Photography by Sophie Louise
Welcome to UWE Students’ Union “ We’re here to help you” Charlie Roper, SU President
/PresidentUWESU twitter.com/TheSUPresident SUPresident@uwe.ac.uk
Coming to university is a daunting but exciting experience. Aside from your degree, it’s that extra-curricular activity that is becoming more and more important, and this is where UWE Students’ Union is here to help! This guide will show you all the different ways you can get involved in university life from the first few weeks at UWE and beyond. We are here to represent you on a range of issues, and we want to give you opportunities to develop extra skills and talents on top of your degree. We offer a huge variety of societies, sports and networks, all of which give you the chance to get involved in something fun and different. You are part of an ever-growing student community that we are proud to work for and represent. We work hard to promote the diversity of this community by being inclusive for all. We look forward to providing more for you this coming year, through the development and construction of our brand new £9.2 million Students’ Union building. Our job as elected officers is to be here for you. No matter what you study or what campus you are on, the Students’ Union represents you. If you left university with just a piece of paper, we would not be doing you justice. We wish you the best possible experience for the years ahead and look forward to seeing many of your faces throughout your time here!
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Look out for more info about your elected officers throughout this guide.
Photo Credits: Harry Brayford, Sophie Louise, Rachel Seed & Nicky Grayburn
CONTENTS
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Introduction (1 – 17) Welcome To UWESU Don’t Miss Out Welcome All Registration Sports & Health Watch It, Try It, Do It Societies Community & Networks Volunteering Student Reps Use Your Vote
1 4 5 6 7–8 9 – 10 11 – 12 13 – 14 15 16 17
Watch It, Try It, Do It Try before you buy a membership on a range of Sports & Societies
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Events (21 – 25) Events Tickets City Venues
21 – 23 24 25
Events & Tickets
Campuses (27 – 30) Campus Map Campus Guide
Check out all the up & coming UWE Freshers’ Events 27 28 – 30
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Helping You (31 – 36) Useful Services Bars Regular Events Shops Vouchers
31 – 32 33 34 35 36
New Union Watch Out For...
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New Union See designs for the all new UWE Students’ Union 2
Friday 20th Sept 11am to 4pm at the ECC, Frenchay Campus For more information visit www.uwesu.org/fair
DON’T MISS OUT The 7 Essentials Coming to university is exciting, rewarding and brimming with opportunities!
1. Come to Freshers’ Week events
2. Come to Freshers’ Fair
With a great atmosphere and a load of fantastic events, this is the best way to meet new people and have a lot of fun!
Don’t miss your chance to see what’s on offer from your Students’ Union, UWE and the rest of Bristol. There are hundreds of opportunities to get involved in, plus lots of freebies! Come along on Friday 20th September on Frenchay campus.
3. Join a sport, society, network or volunteer Try something different, get active, meet new people, develop your own skills and gain confidence.
5. Catch up with the Students’ Union on Facebook or Twitter Stay up to date with the latest news, events and photos from your Students’ Union.
4. Sign up to the JobShop In need of some extra cash? UWE Jobshop is here to help you find flexible, part-time work that’s ideal for students.
6. Buy a student discount card Whether it’s an NUS card or UWESU discount card, both are a great way to save money and take advantage of exclusive deals.
7. Say ‘hello’ to your elected officers Your SU officers work for and represent you, so say ‘hello’ and let them know how much you are enjoying Freshers’ Week!
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WELCOME ALL Wherever you’re from, we’re here to support you
We understand that going to university can be a daunting experience when combined with moving abroad, but it is also an exciting, fun and rewarding opportunity! UWE offers a little extra support to international students, allowing them to settle in comfortably at university. From Monday 9th September through to the end of the month, The Octagon will become the ‘Welcome Lounge’ for international students. The Students’ Union and UWE International Development Office are also holding a special welcome event on Friday 13th September in Red Bar on Frenchay Campus. There will be a variety of information stalls and staff members to help you get the most out of your university experience, as well as refreshments and entertainment.
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International Orientations Frenchay Room 2D67 Friday 13th Sept 10.00 – 12.00 and 14.00-16.00 And for late arrivals Friday 20th Sept 14.00-17.00
REGISTRATION All new students starting at UWE in September 2013 are required to attend a registration session to confirm their attendance in person and to collect their UWE Student ID card.
Registration sessions 2013
Collecting your Student ID card Please bring some photo ID (eg. original passport, photographic driving licence, national UK / EU identity card, citizen card) in order to collect your UWE ID card.
Frenchay, St Matthias and Glenside Students based at Frenchay, St Matthias and Glenside campuses are required to attend a registration session on either Friday 13th or Saturday 14th September between 10:00 and 17:00 at the UWE Exhibition and Conference Centre (ECC).
Frenchay Student Village Welcome and Information Talks Sunday 15th September at UWE Exhibition and Conference Centre. With UWE’s Vice-Chancellor, the Students’ Union Officers & Student Accommodation staff. Brecon and Cotswold Courts – 13:00 Mendip, Quantock and Carroll Courts – 15:00
Also on... GLENSIDE CAMPUS New students and staff get together over lunch. Monday 16th Sept. 12pm -2pm
Bower Ashton Undergraduate students need to attend a registration session on Monday 16th September between 10:00 and 16:00. Includes a Hog roast lunch served to staff and students 11:30-14:30 and entertainment in the SU bar. Postgraduate students need to attend a registration session on Thursday 19th September. International Orientation Monday 16th September - 0D55 12.00- 13:30 and 14.00 – 15:30
Missed your registration session? If you miss your registration session, you can visit the Registration Hub (Frenchay Library) which will be open daily from Tuesday 17th September. This facility is for all UWE students (not just new students) and the waiting times are likely to be long, so please make every effort to come to the main registration sessions. 6
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Sports & Health “Getting involved with a Sports Club whilst at university is the best decision you can make” Chris White, VP Sports & Health
From my personal experience, getting involved with a Sports Club whilst at university is the best decision you can make. Whether you have been involved in sports all your life or wish to try one of our 38 sports for the very first time, we cater for all. Our sports accommodate all athletes, whether you are just trying to exercise for a few hours a week, or you are looking to represent UWE in the British Universities and College Sports (BUCS) league. Sport Clubs at UWE will not only give you a great opportunity to blow off steam whilst at university but will significantly increase the number of friends you make and the different types of people you will meet. This year my role incorporates a focus on health, so we will keep you informed on a range of health issues whether it be the importance of regular exercise or providing recipes for healthy and affordable meals. The Students’ Union also runs a successful Sports Night to help you celebrate your inevitable sporting successes. We are dedicated to providing you with great opportunities at UWE, so take the first step, give it a go and enjoy every experience!
www.uwesu.org/joinin sports.activities@uwe.ac.uk facebook.com/groups/UWESPORT 7
/vp.sportsandhealth twitter.com/VPSportsHealth VPSports@uwe.ac.uk
American Football Athletics Badminton Basketball Boat Boxing Canoe Cheerleading Climbing Cricket Dance Fencing Football Men Football Women Gliding Hockey Jui Jitsu Kickboxing & Muay Thai Lacrosse
Netball Polo Riding Rugby League Rugby Union Men Rugby Union Women Sailing Skydive Snowsports Squash Sub Aqua Surf Swimming & Waterpolo Tae Kwon Do Tennis Trampoline Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball Windsurf
Joining In
Setting Up a Club
Once registered with UWESU through our website (www.uwesu.org/joinus) you can purchase your Sports Fee, as well as your club membership.
Want to start something new? All of our sports clubs are run by students so if you have a passion for a sport that is not yet offered by us please feel free to contact me, Chris White vpsports@uwe.ac.uk for more information.
For any information about sports please visit www.uwesu.org/sports
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WATCH IT, TRY IT, DO IT Want to try before you buy? Well now you can! Watch It, Try It, Do It gives you the chance to watch and try a wide range of Sports and Societies without paying up front for membership. A wide range of clubs and societies will be putting on demos, displays and taster sessions just for you! If you like what you see, give it a go! If you like what you try, sign up for full membership to that club or society and continue to enjoy doing it throughout the year. Check out the schedule below and come along to as many or as few as you like. A final schedule will also be published in the Freshers’ newspaper, pick one up on campus.
14:00 - 16:00
Aerobics Studio - Frenchay Body Combat (Women Only) - Try It Dance - Try it Dance - Try it
14:00 - 14:30 15:00 - 15:30 16:00 - 16:30
Clifton Downs** Windsurf & Kite - Try It* 13:00 - 16:00 Meeting Room 2, 5F - Frenchay Spatial Planning Watch It & Try It 13:00 - 15:00
Tuesday 24th
September
Astroturf Pitch - Frenchay Cricket - Watch It Cricket - Try It Rugby League - Try It
13:00 - 13:30 14:00 - 14:30 15:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 18th
September
Astroturf Pitch - Frenchay Hockey - Watch It / Try It
14:00 - 16:30
Monday 23rd
September
Sports Hall 1 - Frenchay Boat - Watch It Boat - Try It Kickboxing & Muay Thai Watch It
12:00 - 13:30
Sports Hall 2 - Frenchay Ultimate Frisbee - Try It Fencing - Try It
13:00 - 14:30 15:00 - 15:30
Squash Court 1 - Frenchay Squash - Try It
12:30 - 14:30
Squash Court 2 - Frenchay Squash Women’s Session Only - Try It
12:30 - 14:30
Climbing Wall - Frenchay Climbing - Watch It & Try It
14:00 - 16:30
Astroturf Pitch - Frenchay American Football - Try It Lacrosse Men & Women - Try It Rugby Women - Watch It Rugby Women - Try It Sports Hall 1 - Frenchay Badminton - Watch It Badminton - Try It
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Sports Hall 2 - Frenchay Jiu Jitsu - Watch It & Try It
14:00 - 14:30 15:00 - 15:30 16:00 - 16:30 13:00 - 13:30 14:00 - 16:00
13:00 - 13:30 14:00 - 14:30 15:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 25th
September
Astroturf Pitch - Frenchay Women’s Football - Try it
15:00 - 15:30
Sports Hall 1 - Frenchay Basketball Men’s - Try It Cheerleading - Watch It Cheerleading - Try It
13:00 - 15:00 15:00 - 16:00 16:00 - 17:00
Sports Hall 2 - Frenchay Basketball Women’s - Try It
12:00 - 14:00
Aerobics Studio - Frenchay Pole Fitness - Watch / Try It Body Combat (Women Only) - Try It
14:00 - 15:30 16:00 - 16:30
Red Bar - Frenchay Bar School - Watch It Bar School - Try It
14:00 - 15:00 15:00 - 17:00
Gloucester Ski** Snowsports - Watch It / Try It*
13:00 - 19:00
Summer House Equestrian Centre** Riding - Watch It / Try It*
13:00 - 18:00
Thursday 26th
September
Sports Hall 1 - Frenchay Trampoline - Watch It Trampoline - Try It
14:30 - 15:30 15:30 - 16:30
Sports Hall 2 - Frenchay Paintball - Try It Volleyball - Watch It Volleyball - Try It
13:00 - 15:00 15:00 - 16:00 16:00 - 17:00
Aerobics Studio - Frenchay Body Fit (Women Only) - Try It Pole Fitness (Men Only) - Try It Dance - Try it Dance - Try it
13:00 - 14:00 14:00 - 15:00 15:00 - 16:00 16:00 - 17:00
Squash Court 1 - Frenchay Squash - Try It
15:00 - 17:00
Squash Court 2 - Frenchay Squash Women’s Session Only - Try It
15:00 - 17:00
Climbing Wall - Frenchay Climbing - Watch It & Try It
14:00 - 17:00
Windsurf Lake** Windsurf & Kite - Windsurf Try It
13:00 - 19:00
Friday 27th Astroturf Pitch - Frenchay Women’s Football - Try It Lacrosse Men & Women - Try It Sports Hall 1 - Frenchay Volleyball - Try It Ultimate Frisbee - Try It
September
14:00 - 15:00 15:00 - 16:00 13:00 - 14:30 14:30 - 16:00
Sports Hall 2 - Frenchay Paintball (Women Only) - Try It 15:00 - 17:00
Saturday 28th Skydive Dropzone** Skydive - Watch It & Try It
September
12:00 - 18:00
Watch This Space… Political and International Relations (PAIRS) will be hosting a debate on current political affairs on Frenchay Campus. Contact: uwepoliticsandir@gmail.com for details Key * - sessions will require booking with the Students’ Union Reception – F Block, 4th Floor ** - sessions involving transport will meet in Car Park 19 at Frenchay Campus to board the minibus, departing at the advertised session start time.
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Societies “Doing something you love whilst developing personal skills and experiences� Hannah Khan, VP Societies & Communication
I am here to represent the interests of all of the societies that students are currently running and participating in. That means supporting the extra- curricular activities that students want to do and guiding students who want to set up a new society to explore their own interests, whatever they may be! Your involvement in a society will enable you not only to meet new friends doing something you love, but to develop personal skills and experiences that will make you stand out to future employers. Both of these things are invaluable to your university experience. So whether you are pursuing a passion or giving something a go for the first time, make sure you check out at least one of the many societies we have to offer and get involved! Remember I am here all year to support your interests and ideas, so make sure you get in touch with me.
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vpsocsandcomms twitter.com/VPSocsAndComms VPSocsandComms@uwe.ac.uk
Aero Anime Bar School Bristol Architecture Barnado’s Society Bright Futures Chess Conservative Future Darts Drama Enactus English Engineers Without Borders Feminist Film Forensic Science
Free Palestine Gaming History HUB Radio Labour Land and Animal Biology (LABS) Linguistics Live Music Marketing Medical Science Midwifery Paintball Politics and International Relations Society (PAIRS) People and Planet
Not seeing a Society that’s for you? Why not set up a new one? If you have an idea for a society that isn’t on the list, we would love to hear from you. For more information email: vpsocsandcomms@uwe.ac.uk
Poker Pole Fitness Psi Phi Photography Psychology Role Play Space Exploration Spatial Planning Trading Cards Urban UKIP UWE Trading & Investment (UWETIS) War Games Western Eye
Get your voice heard! UWESU actively encourages students to get their voices heard. Western Eye is UWE’s student led newspaper, distributed across all campuses and also available online (www.westerneye.net). Hub Radio allows students to run their own shows, promote events and is the place to be for anyone interested in music, DJing or broadcasting. So whether you want to write a column, report on local news or host your own radio show, these societies are definitely for you! Visit hubradio.co.uk 12
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Community & Networks “Empowering students, campaigning for change”
/VPCommunityandWelfare twitter.com/VPCommWelfare VPCommWelfare@uwe.ac.uk
Tom Renhard, VP Community & Welfare
I’ll be working with Rachael, our Community and Welfare Officer, to support the diverse array of communities we have here at the university. We will do this through lobbying and campaigning for change, as well as facilitating a variety of different activities and opportunities that anyone can get involved in. Some of the campaigns we have been involved in have included Mental Health Awareness, Sexual Health and empowering students with greater knowledge on their rights and responsibilities as tenants. Your experience at university is important to us as it can be a journey of self-discovery for many, and we want to be a part of that with you.
As a Students’ Union, we embrace our diverse student membership, which is why we have made it one of our central goals to ensure that you get the most out of your time at university. So whether you are getting involved with one of our Student Networks, the Halls Rep system or through one of the campus officers, the Students’ Union is here to get your voice heard.
We are extremely proud of our diverse communities here and can’t wait to meet you! Rachael Shine, Community & Welfare Officer
Halls Reps For students choosing to live in halls of residence we facilitate Halls Reps to ensure you give feedback on your living experiences. If you are interesting in being a Halls Rep for the next academic year, watch out for us in your accommodation talks or contact us at 13
hallreps@uwe.ac.uk or Follow us on twitter: @ HallsReps
African Caribbean, Believers Loveworld, Buddhist Students, Christian Union, Deeper Life Campus Fellowship, Disabled Students, Ghanaian Students, Hellenic, Hindu,
Hong Kong, Islamic, iUWE- International UWE, Jewish, Malaysian, Mature Students, Mental Health Campaign, Nigerian, Nordic Baltic, OUT UWE, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Sikh, Somali & Vietnamese
Embracing your Culture Our student Networks give you an opportunity to meet other like-minded people who share similar identities and beliefs through fun and inclusive social events. You may be interested in exploring something new through joining a Network, or be keen to seek out similar people, but whatever your motivations you can always get involved. 14
Volunteering
RAG
Volunteering at UWESU is friendly, fun, active and sometimes messy!
Raise and Give (RAG) is UWESU’s fundraising arm- last year students just like you managed to raise an astounding £17,000 through various events and initiatives.
Whether you want to pick up new skills, travel the world, meet new people, discover Bristol, enhance your employability or just have fun, UWESU volunteering is bound to have something for you. From local Action Days taking you into community projects for a few hours, to year-long projects which will help you to develop skills in time management, events experience and promotions- whether you have minutes or months, you can volunteer! 15
We love helping students to raise money for a cause they believe in. We can help you plan events, contact the right people, run fundraising stalls on campus and liaise with charities to raise money for great causes- we’ll even lend you the fundraising buckets!
Photography by Sophie Louise
Student Reps “The vital link between students, the University and the Students’ Union” Megan Edmunds, VP Education
Student Reps sit at every level throughout the university and Students’ Union; they are the vital link between students, the university and the Students’ Union. They actively seek the views and opinions of students on their course, making sure you have the best student experience possible. Student Reps create small changes which make a big difference on their course; they also get involved in the big changes and decisions about the university and Students’ Union. Anyone can put themselves forward to be a Student Rep! Student Reps are democratically elected in the first few weeks of term to represent students on their course. So look out for UWE Staff asking for people to nominate themselves! Don’t worry if you haven’t done anything like this before… the Students’ Union provides all the support and guidance you will need! We’re here to ensure that your feedback can create real change. We support Student Reps in their role and work to enhance your educational experiences while you are a student. If you want to give feedback, make sure you contact either one of us or your Student Rep.
vp.educationuwe.1 twitter.com/VPEducation VPEducation@uwe.ac.uk
Feedback your Voice! Last year we had a 1,000 strong student voice at UWE. Want to join us? www.uwesu.org/reps twitter.com/studentreps studentreps@uwe.ac.uk
Lauren Conen, Education Officer
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USE YOUR VOTE Have Your Say Every year we ask you to vote for the students that you think should be elected as our full-time Presidents and part-time officers. These elected students then work on the issues that are affecting you, responding to your feedback and bringing about positive changes at UWE. You can also nominate yourself for election! It’s a fun experience and a great opportunity to develop your leadership and communication skills. The main SU elections will take place in March. There are lots of other opportunities for you to have your say throughout the year, such as becoming a Student Rep (see page 16), joining a committee, attending the SU’s Annual General Meeting or taking part in student feedback surveys.
Want to Get Involved? We currently have five volunteer positions available that we will be holding elections for in October. These elections are for the Campus Officers at Bower Ashton & Gloucester, Sports & Health Officer, Societies & Communications Officer & Chair of Meetings.
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More Campus Fairs St Matt’s Welcome Evening Wednesday 18th Sept – 6pm Welcome evening featuring course based societies; English, History, Philosophy, Drama & Film and more. St Matt’s SU Bar Glenside Welcome Fair Thursday 19th Sept - 11am to 3pm Featuring societies, networks, sports clubs and more. Glenside Students’ Union Hartpury Freshers’ Fair Thursday 19th Sept Featuring Hartpury & UWE Sports clubs & Societies plus useful services and local businesses.
Catch a Film or Chill out During Freshers’ Week Scene-It Cinema Film Nights Monday 16th - Friday 20th Sept Film screenings start at 6.15pm doors open from 6pm. Free cinema tickets available for UWE students and staff collected from the bar staff in Core 24 Frenchay Campus. Chill Evenings in the Octagon Monday 16th - Friday 20th Sept. 6-8pm Fancy a quiet alternative to Freshers’ Events? Come to the Octagon and chill out - Frenchay Campus
Looking for a part-time job?
Jobshop is the answer Register online at www.uwesu.org/jobshop
Join us on our social media and stay up-to-date with all the latest info for Freshers’ Week and keep your finger on the pulse throughout the rest of the year.
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter
facebook.com/uwesu facebook.com/uwefreshers
Twitter: @UWESU use the hashtag #UWEFreshers
EVENTS Coming to university is an exhilarating adventure and it really kicks off with the Students’ Union’s Freshers’ Week. It’s packed with awesome activities and entertainment aimed to help you meet new people, try out new interests and give you some unforgettable memories.
EVENTS Friday 13th Sept
Saturday 14th Sept
UWE WELCOME PAR 8pm - 3am at Frenchay c Freshers 2013 takes over Frenchay Campus wit
OTHER EVENTS
Sunday 15th Sept
JUNGLE PARTY 10pm - 3am at The Bunker £5 Tickets Get ready for a wild night!
WELCOME HOG ROAST 11:30am - 2:30pm Bower Ashton
Monday 16th Sept
EPIK 10pm - 3am at PRYZM £6 Tickets A NEW venue A NEW clubnight. Epik at PRYZM!
BAD MILK 10pm - 3am Thekla £5 Ticket
Tuesday 17th Sept
WHERE’S WALLY VS SMURFS 10pm - 3am at 02 Academy £6 Tickets The year’s biggest clash of colour and cartoons!
RELOAD 10pm - 3am Basement 45 £5 Ticket
Wednesday 18th Sept
BOWER THIRSTY THURSDAY 4pm - 8pm Bower Ashton Bar
Thursday 19th Sept
PYJAMA PARTY 10pm - 3am at Syndicate £6 Tickets The Fashion parade of pyjamas and onesies!
Friday 20th Sept
DELIGHT 10pm - 3am at Bunker £5 Tickets DJs throw down an all encompassing dance set
KEY Main Events General Events
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WHITE T-SHIRT PARTY 8pm - 3am at Frenchay campus bars Pick up your free t-shirt, bring a pen and get creative!
Saturday 21st Sept
EXTRA TIME 10pm - 3am Mbargo Lounge £4 Tickets
CLUB NO 10pm Beach vibes a
FRENCHAY
GLENSIDE
ST. MATT’S
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS’ WELCOME FAIR 11am - 3pm Red Bar
WHITE T-SHIRT PARTY 8pm - 11pm Glenside Student Centre
ST. MATT’S GOES TO GLENSIDE Why not visit your neighbours!
GLENSIDE WELCOME PARTY 8pm - 11pm Glenside Student Centre
ST MATT’S WELCOME PARTY 8pm - 11pm St Matt’s Bar
ACOUSTIC CHILL 8pm - 1am Red Bar
GLENSIDE QUIZ NIGHT 8pm - 10:30pm Glenside Student Centre
ST MATT’S LIVE MUSIC 8pm - 10:30pm St Matt’s Bar
DEVON SHORES 9pm - 3am Red Bar £3 Tickets
BEACH PARTY 8pm - 11pm Glenside Student Centre
SCHOOL DISCO 8pm - 11pm St. Matt’s Campus
THE LOCK-IN 9pm - 3am Red Bar and Escape
ANYTHING BUT CLOTHES 8pm - 11pm Glenside Campus
ST MATT’S KARAOKE NIGHT 8pm - 11pm St. Matt’s Campus
PYJAMA PUBCRAWL 6pm - Late Glenside to City Centre
ST MATT’S QUIZ NIGHT 8pm - 11pm St. Matt’s Campus
COMEDY NIGHT 8pm - 11pm £5 Ticket Frenchay Campus
GLENSIDE KARAOKE NIGHT 8pm - 11pm Glenside Campus
ST MATT’S OPEN MIC NIGHT 8pm - 11pm St. Matt’s Campus
ONE FIFTY FRIDAY FOAM PARTY 10pm - 3am Only £1.50 entry, then all drinks only £1.50 each.
ONE FIFTY FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHT 8pm - 11pm Glenside Campus
CASINO ROYALE 8pm - 11pm St. Matt’s Campus
RTY campus th a special guest from Radio 1
OCHE IBIZA BEACH PARTY - 3am Red Bar £5 Tickets and dance DJs fresh from Ibiza.
for more information on all our Freshers events Go to: www.uwesu.org/ freshers
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TICKETS Sunday - JUNGLE PARTY 10pm - 3am at The Bunker £5 Monday - EPIK 10pm - 3am at PRYZM £6 Monday - BAD MILK 10pm - 3am Thekla £5 Monday - DEVON SHORES 9pm - 3am Red Bar £3 Tuesday - WHERE’S WALLY VS SMURFS 10pm - 3am at 02 Academy £6 Wednesday - CLUB NOCHE 10pm - 3am Red Bar £5 Wednesday - EXTRA TIME 10pm - 3am Mbargo Lounge £4 Wednesday - RELOAD 10pm - 3am Basement 45 £5 Thursday - PYJAMA PARTY 10pm - 3am at Syndicate £6 Thursday - COMEDY NIGHT 8pm - 11pm £5 Friday - DELIGHT 10pm - 3am at Bunker £5 Saturday - FRESHERS’ CLOSING PARTY 8pm - 3am at Frenchay Campus £19 Buy all your tickets online at: uwesu.org/freshers
Jameela from the Radio 1 chart show will be taking the headline slot for the FREE UWE Welcome Party!
Yellow wristband - MAIN EVENTS Access to all of the official UWE Freshers Main Events
£60 Pink wristband - ALL EVENTS + QUEUE JUMP Access to all of the official UWE Freshers events including queue jump
£70
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CITY VENUES During Freshers’ Week many of our main events are held at a variety of Bristol’s unique and lively nightclubs in the City Centre to give you the ultimate Freshers experience possible!
The Bunker Clifton Triangle
Situated in the heart of Clifton Triangle, this bustling underground nightclub is renowned for its assorted mix of music, cheap drinks and buzzing vibe.
Pryzm
(Formerly Oceana) Millennium Square
Frogmore Street
Thekla
Basement 45
Have you ever partied on a docked boat before? If not, Thekla’s eclectic vibe provides an experience like no other.
At the bottom of Park Street you’ll discover a venue that offers a credible underground music scene that’s diverse and atmospheric.
Syndicate
Mbargo
Experience Syndicate – Bristol’s superclub on Thursday 19th Sept. From indie to house, hiphop to festival rock, Syndicate is always sure to play something that’ll tickle your taste buds!
Bristol’s busiest bar every night of the week, open 7 days a week with drinks from £1.70 every night. With different music every night there is something for everyone.
East Mud Dock
Nelson Street
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02 Academy
A modern day coliseum consisting of 3 new dance arenas, a luxurious VIP suite and the ultimate bar experience, containing bespoke designer furnishings with a modern twist, entertainment and service to match. Sign up for booths (for free) early!
This centrally located venue is the place to be for live performances from the best bands and DJs. If you like your music loud, experience The O2 Academy on Tuesday 17th Sept.
Park Street
Park Street
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UWE CAMPUSES Frenchay Each UWE campus has its own character and atmosphere, thanks to their different locations and the different kinds of students that study there.
Glenside
It’s great to visit the other campuses and get to know more about them.
Bower Ashton
St Matt’s
Hartpury Gloucester Wessex Red bus routes Train Lines The Bristol campuses are linked together and with the city, by ‘Wessex Red’ buses.
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CAMPUS GUIDE Frenchay, Glenside and St Matt’s are close to each other and are well connected by buses, and Bower Ashton is close to the city centre. Look out for events or activities taking place at the other campuses. Each campus has a Students’ Union office that offers a variety of useful services, and means you can easily access all the Union’s other facilities such as the Advice Centre, Jobshop, Sports Clubs, Societies and Networks. We also run Students’ Union bars and shops at Glenside, St Matthias and Bower Ashton. Each campus elects its own Campus Officer(s) to work for and represent the students there.
Campus Key SU Office
SU Shop
Buses
Campus Officer
SU / Campus Bar
Frenchay Campus Officers: Steph Hale-Allen and Josh Davis The modern surroundings of Frenchay campus provide a fresh environment to both study and relax in. Whether you like to work late in the 24 hour library, enjoy a social drink at the onsite bars or keep fit in the Sports Centre there really is something for everyone on campus. There’s lots of different events and activities to look forward to many of which take place in the Students’ Union bars. The Campus Officers are Steph & Josh who intend to work with you to make changes and improve the quality of your experience at Frenchay campus. Wessex Red 11-15 +19 28
CAMPUS GUIDE St Matt’s Campus Officers: Josie Alford and Samantha Benson With its traditional sunken lawn surrounded by historic 19th century buildings, St Matthias is the ‘Harry Potter’ campus. Our lively students from Arts & Humanities will welcome you with open arms, into a fun, unique and intellectual community. Together we put on our varied events programme including the Legendary St Matt’s Quiz, Open Mic nights and a wide range of themed parties and society socials. Its campus officers are Josie and Sam who want “to get you guys involved with the running of your campus and to share in our love for the campus.”
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Glenside Campus Officer: Oliver Rideout Glenside is well known for its sense of community and friendship as well as a diverse student population. Students at Glenside include midwives, radiographers and nurses. The Students’ Union bar hosts regular events from quizzes to live bands, as well as serving great food. Oliver is the Campus Officer and he’s dedicated to working to improve services and campus life for Glenside students.
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Bower Ashton Bower Ashton campus is set on the edge of the beautiful parkland of Ashton Court Estate, whilst remaining close to the city centre. Students at Bower are artists, designers and media students. We will be electing a new Bower Ashton Campus Officer in October - interested in getting involved? Get in touch! Email: union@uwe.ac.uk Wessex Red 11
Hartpury Campus Officer: Grace Maddox Situated in the rolling hills of Gloucestershire, Hartpury campus is home to subjects associated with land-based, animal science and sport science sectors. It is a renowned venue for equestrian eventing and the fresh country air makes for an excellent learning environment! The Campus Officer is Grace Maddox who says she will ensure the campus provides you with the best possible experience while you‘re at Hartpury, offering you the most efficient education with an exciting event calendar. Swanbrook HC-04, 354
Gloucester Gloucester campus is based next to the historic docks and close to the shops of Gloucester, and is home to nursing and midwifery students. We will be electing a new Gloucester Campus Officer in October - interested in getting involved? Get in touch! Email: union@uwe.ac.uk Gloucester Services 30
ADVICE The UWE Students’ Union Advice Service gives help and support to all UWE students about a wide range of issues We give friendly, non-judgemental and confidential advice. It’s a totally free service too, and because the Students’ Union is independent from UWE, our advice is independent and unbiased, and nothing you tell us will appear on your UWE file.
Come and see us for advice about housing and academic issues, financial queries and employment problems. Going to University can be a nerve-racking time, so we’re here to help you settle in at UWE this September. You can drop in, make an appointment or contact an adviser by phone or email. We’re based at: Frenchay: 2F Patio, outside Red Bar Bower Ashton: SU Office, Tuesdays Glenside: SU Office, Mondays www.uwesu.org/advice advice@uwe.ac.uk 0117 32 82676
JOBSHOP Looking for a part-time job while studying at UWE? Jobshop is the answer Register online at www.uwesu.org/jobshop to receive a free weekly email of all current vacancies, both with employers in the Bristol area and on campus. You can also register in the Jobshop at Frenchay or at your local Students’ Union campus office, where vacancies are also on display. Jobshop@uwe.ac.uk - 0117 32 82674 31
NURSERY We help support student parents at UWE with our Students’ Union Nursery
If you need childcare please visit: www.uwesu.org/nursery or contact: Nursery@uwe.ac.uk
This is a highly valued service that allows students with young children to manage their studies and childcare more easily. It makes a huge difference to their student life and the welfare of their child. The Nursery has 62 places for children and provides a warm and caring environment.
STUDENT LETTINGS We are the Students’ Union very own students letting agency We provide a one stop shop for both students and landlords, advertising and managing properties around all of Bristol. We offer expert housing advice so if you need help with accommodation look no further. Don’t miss out on your perfect home, register on our website and receive up to date email property alerts.
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No need to leave the campus Rent a house with your friends Rent a room in a shared house Viewing times to suit you
Find us at the heart of Frenchay campus, on Red Bar patio 2F. 0117 32 86600 studentlettings@uwe.ac.uk www.uwesu.org/studentlettings
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BARS Serving you Each UWE campus has a Students’ Union run bar dedicated to providing you with essential refreshments during your studies. Whether you need a bite to eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner, a hot coffee to keep you going through those longer days, or something stronger to reward your hard work, we have it all! We offer a wide range of services, from tasty food and drink to quiz nights and epic club nights. 33
Got an idea for a social? Want to arrange your own event? We exist to support and encourage you, so let us know! Remember, the money you spend in a Students’ Union bar is reinvested into making your time at UWE even better. For more information on bars and events visit: uwesu.org/bars
REGULAR EVENTS Your weekly line-up from Escape & Red Bar
Monday
Pre Pryzm Party. BOGOF cocktails from 5pm - Late
Tuesday
Lock In. Escape 5pm - Late. Red 10pm-3am. Drinks from ÂŁ1.30
Wednesday
GO UWE. All day drink and food deals in Escape
Thursday
Look out for special drinks deals and events
Friday
TFI Fridays Escape bar 4pm-8pm. Karaoke from 9pm, One Fifty Friday Red 10pm-3am
Saturday Sunday
Big Screens in Escape for sport. See Posters for details
UWESU Quiz Night in Escape from 8pm
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SHOPS Settle in at UWE with your local Students’ Union Shop at Frenchay, St Matt’s, Glenside & Bower Ashton. Whether you’re after a quick snack between lectures or a good lunch, the Students’ Union shops have a wide variety of delicious food and drinks that will keep you going throughout the day. As well as edible treats, the shop also sells the official University branded clothes, plus stationery, household goods and other student essentials. There is also student prices on some national newspapers. All money spent in the Union shops goes directly back into funding student activities and services for you. 35
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For more information visit www.uwesu.org/ new-building Let’s Build a New Students’ Union This is a really exciting time to come to UWE as we’re about to start building a £9.2 million purpose built Students’ Union just for you. Construction is starting in the near future at Frenchay campus and you’ll be able to start using the facility when it opens in 2015. The new Students’ Union will be centrally located, offering social and leisure spaces, bars, coffee shop, a multi-purpose venue, convenience store and space for students to meet and get involved with all our activities and use our services. 38
WATCH OUT FOR The big UWE occasions to look forward to... LAST ORDERS
Celebrate the end of term A perfect way to socialise and relax, we hold end of term celebrations known as Last Orders in all the Students’ Union bars.
SU ELECTIONS Have your say
The Union’s elections take place in March, when you get the chance to say who should lead the Students’ Union for the next year. You can stand for election too! During Voting Week the campuses are buzzing with teams of students campaigning for votes, with over 4,000 students taking part in this lively and colourful season.
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Support TEAM UWE In the second and third terms, teams from UWE compete against the University of Bristol in the Varsity series. With events like the Boat Race and Rugby, thousands of supporters arrive from both universities to cheer them on. Share your pride in UWE and embrace the friendly rivalry with other Bristol students.
AWARDS SEASON Celebrate your successes
In the second and third terms, look out for our awards events that celebrate the achievements of student reps and those in sports clubs and societies. These are really special occasions and will provide great memories of your time at UWE.
End the year in style
Launched in 2013 we’re hoping to see the Summer Ball return in 2014. With its glamfestival vibe and stunning location it will be a fantastic way to end your first year at UWE.
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