What's On
Fresher's Week!
25th-29th September
Goldrush Vintage Sale
26th September
O2 Academy Leicester
Come and prep your Autumn wardrobe with Goldrush Vintage this Freshers week!
Sports Fair
26th September
Roger Bettles Sports Centre, Oadby
Support and Volunteering Fair
26th September
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Freshers Fair
26th-27th September
Student Union
Therapy Dog Drop-in
26th September
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Mixed Ability Class 18:00
26th September
-1.04 SU Dance Studio
A class for all abilities of pole.
Mixed Ability Class 19:15
26th September
-1.04 SU Dance Studio
A class for all abilities of pole.
Ultimate Frisbee Society Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 26th Sept 8:00PM-10:00PM
26th September
The Roger Bettles Sport Centre, Rugby Pitch
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Fresher's Fair Booth
27th-28th September
Student Union Building
Come visit us at our booth at the Fresher's Fair!
Freshers fair
27th September
Percy Gee Building
Come and see us at Freshers!
Freshers Fair 2023
27th-28th September
O2 Academy Leicester
Join us for this year's FRESHERS FAIR! Grab freebies from local and national businesses and take part in activities.
Freshers' Fair sponsored by Domino's
27th September
O2 Academy, Percy Gee Building
Meet the Debate Society
27th September
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Debate Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Meet the Labour Society
27th September
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Labour Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Culture Café
27th September
Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (Ground Floor)
Give it a 'Row'
27th September
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Water session
Give it a Go: Dungeons & Dragons
27th September
Room G85, in the Bennett Building.
Ever wanted to try Dungeons & Dragons? Now's your chance! We're running a session where you'll make a character then run them through a short adventure to learn the ropes. This session is aimed at newer players but anyone is free to join!
Vintage Night
27th September
Sir Bob Burgees building in room 1.02
We're hosting a vintage themed fancy dress social and you, your flatmates, and your course mates are invited!
Freshers fair
28th September
Percy Gee Building
Come along to freshers!
Freshers' Fair sponsored by Domino's
28th September
O2 Academy, Percy Gee Building
Meet the Debate Society
28th September
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Debate Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Meet the Labour Society
28th September
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Labour Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Sports and Activities Fair
28th September
SU Square and Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Frontier Journal Celebration
28th September
Brookfield
This is being hosted by the Postgraduate Research Society. It will celebrate the relaunch of the Frontier Journal and those who contributed articles in this first issue, will get an opportunity to address the audience.
Give it a Go Cubing
28th September
Attenborough 212
Everyone is welcome to come along and try out lots of different twisty puzzles, meet new people and talk all things cubing. This is a drop in style meeting so feel free to pop by any time during the session and say Hi!
Give it a 'Row' - Circuits
28th September
TBC
Strength and conditioning circuits session.
Labour Society Freshers Social
28th September
Attenborough Film Theater
Find out all about the Labour Society with free pizza after the event! Come and find out about what we offer, how you can get involved, what campaigns we are running this year and about our upcoming events.
Mixed Ability Class
28th September
-1.04 SU Dance Studio
A class for all abilities of pole.
Badminton Give it a Go & Pre-Trials
28th September
Danielle Brown Sports Centre, Leicester LE1 7RH
Come meet us in the Roger Bettles to get a taster for badminton or participate in Pre-trials. Sign up using the google form attached to the title
Give it a go - Taster session 19:15
28th September
-1.04 SU Dance Studio
A taster session for anyone just starting pole or for anyone wanting to see what our society is like.
Give it a go - Taster session 20:30
28th September
-1.04 SU Dance Studio
A taster session for anyone just starting pole or for anyone wanting to see what our society is like.
Craft Corner: Macrame Keychains
29th September
SU common Room
Feel Good Friday
29th September
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Macmillan Coffee Morning
29th September
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Roller Skating
29th September
O2 Academy
Craft Corner: Mandala Drawing
29th September
SU common Room
Craft Corner: Cross Stitching
29th September
SU common Room
Craft Corner: Paint a Pot
29th September
SU common Room
Craft Corner: Knitting
29th September
SU common Room
Give it a 'Row' - Ergo
29th September
The Erg Room, Ground Floor, Charles Wilson Building (opposite sports hall)
Rowing machine session
Debate Society Freshers Social
29th September
Ken Edwards Lecture Theater 2
Find out all about the Debating Society with free pizza after the event! Come and find out about what we offer, how you can get involved, how our debates work, when our competitions are and our upcoming events.
Worship Night!
29th September
Attenborough Film Theatre
A night for you to leave everything behind and praise God in a faith filled atmosphere with other believers!
Give It A Go Bar Crawl
29th September
Revolution
GIVE IT A GO BAR CRAWL!!! Bar crawl for people interested in joining Cocktail Society with no requirement for a membership. Starting at Revolution at 8pm. Hope to see you there!
Badminton Give it a Go & Pre-Trials
30th September
40 Manor Rd, Oadby, Leicester LE2 2LL
Come meet us in the Roger Bettles to get a taster for badminton or participate in Pre-trials. Sign up using the google form attached to the title
Give it a Go (Mixed Session)
30th September
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
AutumnFest
30th September
Botanic Gardens
Give it a Go - Fencing
30th September
Danelle Brown Studio
Come give Fencing a try and meet the other members of the club.
Give it a 'Row'
30th September
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Water session
Leicester History Walk
30th September
Jesters team photo Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 30th Sept 1:00PM-4:00PM
30th September
Oadby Stoughton Playing Fields , 4 Stoughton Rd, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4DS
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Give-It-A-Go Session 1 - Quadball
30th September
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The first Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
Freshers' Netball Trials
30th September
Roger Bettles Sports Hall, 40 Manor Rd, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 2LL
All netball freshers must buy a ticket to trial.
Meet and Greet - Nintendo Society
30th September
Nintendo Society discord server
A casual online discord meet up with this years committee. Get to know the committee, enjoy some Jackbox icebreakers, and ask any questions.
Give it a Go – Astrosoc Stargazing & Observatory Night
30th September
University observatory, Manor Road, Oadby
Badminton Give it a Go & Pre-Trials
1st October
40 Manor Rd, Oadby, Leicester LE2 2LL
Come meet us in the Roger Bettles to get a taster for badminton or participate in Pre-trials. Sign up using the google form attached to the title
Give it a go - Archery: session 1
1st October
O2 Academy, Percy Gee Building
Want to give archery a try?
Give it a go - Archery: session 2
1st October
O2 Academy, Percy Gee Building
Want to give archery a try?
Give it a 'Row'
1st October
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Water session
Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 1st Oct 1:00PM-4:00PM
1st October
Danielle Brown Sports Centre Leicester, LE1 7RH
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Give it a Go (Mixed Session)
1st October
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Mental Health Matters: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
2nd October
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Green Bubble
2nd October
Opportunities Hub, 2nd Floor, Percy Gee Building
Give it a 'Row' - Ergo
2nd October
The Erg Room, Ground Floor, Charles Wilson Building (opposite sports hall)
Rowing machine session
First Meeting of the Semester
2nd October
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for a relaxing evening and get to know the officer team. We will be creating collages from magazine and newspaper clippings that showcase an interest or something neat about yourself!
Give it a Go: Dungeons & Dragons
2nd October
Room G85, in the Bennett Building.
Ever wanted to try Dungeons & Dragons? Now's your chance! We're running a session where you'll make a character then run them through a short adventure to learn the ropes. This session is aimed at newer players but anyone is free to join!
Glee Taster Session 1
2nd October
Percy Gee 1.01
Scenturion - Perfume Pop-up
3rd October
Campus Kitchen Entrance, Percy Gee Building
Creative Council
3rd October
Opportunities Hub, 2nd Floor, Percy Gee Building
Give it a Go - The government needs more powers to stop Just Stop Oil
3rd October
Ken Edwards Lecture Theater 2
Come to our first debate about Just Stop Oil. We welcome both casual and serious debators, as well as anyone who just wants to watch a good spectacle.
Theatre Band Taster Session
3rd October
Charles Wilson CW-10
Come and see what its like to be part of our theatre band! If you have your own instrument please bring it along. Looking forward to seeing you :)
Give it a Go - Friendship Bracelets.
3rd October
SU training room
This is an opportunity to test out if you would like to become a member and meet like-minded craft friends.
Mountaineering - Give it a Go (Bouldering)
3rd October
Give is a go session (Bouldering) at Social Climbing for Freshers and prospective ULMC members.
Jesters team photo Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 3rd Oct 8:00PM-10:00PM
3rd October
The Roger Bettles Sport Centre, Rugby Pitch
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Plant Sale
4th October
Centenary Square
Give it a 'Row'
4th October
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Give-It-A-Go Session 2 - Quadball
4th October
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The second Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
NEW! Creative Wednesdays with Attenborough Arts Centre
4th October
The Common Room, Lower Ground Floor, Percy Gee Building
Give it a Go: Meet Shadow Minister Alex Norris MP - how Labour will change policing and level up
4th October
Attenborough Film Theater
In our first proper event of the academic year, find out how Labour will change policing and level up the country from shadow minister for policing, Alex Norris
Scenturion - Perfume Pop-up
5th October
Campus Kitchen Entrance, Percy Gee Building
Give it a Go Cubing
5th October
Ken Edwards 323
Everyone is welcome to come along and try out lots of different twisty puzzles, meet new people and talk all things cubing. This is a drop in style meeting so feel free to pop by any time during the session and say Hi!
Give it a Go - Nintendo Society
5th October
Sir Bob Burgess 1.03
Come to our first in person event, open to everyone regardless of membership. We will be playing Super Smash Bros Ultimate and Mario Kart 8 among others.
Give it a 'Row' - Circuits
5th October
TBC
Strength and conditioning circuits session.
Give it a Go - DanceSport
5th October
Multi-Use space
Give it a 'Row' - Ergo
6th October
The Erg Room, Ground Floor, Charles Wilson Building (opposite sports hall)
Rowing machine session
GIVE-IT-A-GO GLIDING WEEKEND
6th October
The Gliding Centre
Try flying a glider for the first time!!
Meet & Greet: Malaysian Society
6th October
Charles Wilson, Belvoir Park Lounge
Our first event: Meet & Greet with the Malaysian Society! Don't miss out on this free event!
Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 6th Oct 7:00PM-8:00PM
6th October
Charles Wilson Building , University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Ultimate Frisbee Trials - 6th Oct 8:00PM-10:00PM
6th October
Charles Wilson Building , University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH
The second half of the Charles Wilson session on the 6th of october will be used to play high intensity games
The University of Leicester Women's Cricket Club Logo Give it a Go- Women's Cricket
7th October
Danielle Brown Sports Hall
Come along to and give cricket a go! All ranges of ability welcome (from no playing experience to active players)! Come along and say hi!!
Give it a 'Row'
7th October
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Water session
Give-It-A-Go Session 3 - Quadball
7th October
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The third Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
Hangouts!!
7th October
Attenborough building in room 208
Come hangout with us! You're invited to a great afternoon full of fun this Saturday, it's gonna be an absolute blast and you won't want to miss it!
Ancholme Head
8th October
Ancholme Rowing Club, River Ancholme, Brigg
GIVE-IT-A-GO GLIDING WEEKEND
8th October
The Gliding Centre
Try flying a glider for the first time!!
Give it a 'Row'
8th October
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Water session
Give it a Go (Womens Only Session)
8th October
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Give it a Go (Mixed Session)
8th October
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Mental Health Matters: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
9th October
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Give it a 'Row' - Ergo
9th October
The Erg Room, Ground Floor, Charles Wilson Building (opposite sports hall)
Rowing machine session
Weekly Social Meeting
9th October
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
Poster Sale
10th October
SU Square
Give it a Go - Is Britain institutionally racist?
10th October
Ken Edwards Lecture Theater 2
Come to our second debate about institutional racism. We welcome both casual and serious debators, as well as anyone who just wants to watch a good spectacle.
Mountaineering - Give it a Go (Bouldering)
10th October
Give it a go session (Bouldering) at Social Climbing for Freshers and prospective ULMC members.
Poster Sale
11th October
SU Square
Airsoft "give-it-a-go"!!
11th October
THE DEPARTMENT CQB AIRSOFT, 8 Winston Ave, Croft, Leicester LE9 3GQ
Ever wanted to play an FPS game only 'live action style'? Now is your chance, with the University of Leicester Airsoft Society!
Give it a 'Row'
11th October
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
NEW! Creative Wednesdays with Attenborough Arts Centre
11th October
The Common Room, Lower Ground Floor, Percy Gee Building
Welcome Back Bar Crawl - Quadball
11th October
Leicester Town Centre
The welcome back bar crawl is the first Quadball social of the 2023/24 academic year. Whether you are a new fresher, current member or graduate, all are welcome.
Poster Sale
12th October
SU Square
Cubing Sessions
12th October
Ken Edwards 323
Weekly Cubing Meetups for our members. Hang out with other students who love all things twisty puzzles, learn new skills and have fun!
Plant Sale
13th October
Centenary Square
GIVE-IT-A-GO GLIDING WEEKEND
13th October
The Gliding Centre
Try flying a glider for the first time!!
Nottingham Autumn Small Boats Head
15th October
River Trent, Nottingham
GIVE-IT-A-GO GLIDING WEEKEND
15th October
The Gliding Centre
Try flying a glider for the first time!!
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Mental Health Matters: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
16th October
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
16th October
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
NEW! Creative Wednesdays with Attenborough Arts Centre
18th October
The Common Room, Lower Ground Floor, Percy Gee Building
Cubing Sessions
19th October
Ken Edwards 323
Weekly Cubing Meetups for our members. Hang out with other students who love all things twisty puzzles, learn new skills and have fun!
Hangouts!!
21st October
Charles Wilson Belvoir Park Lounge
Come hangout with us! You're invited to a great afternoon full of fun this Saturday, it's gonna be an absolute blast and you won't want to miss it!
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
23rd October
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
23rd October
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
NEW! Creative Wednesdays with Attenborough Arts Centre
25th October
The Common Room, Lower Ground Floor, Percy Gee Building
Central Zone Navratri
25th October
Leicester
Our annual Navratri Event hosted by the National Hindu Students' Forum.
Plant Sale
27th October
Centenary Square
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
30th October
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
30th October
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
NEW! Creative Wednesdays with Attenborough Arts Centre
1st November
The Common Room, Lower Ground Floor, Percy Gee Building
Hangouts!!
4th November
Charles Wilson Belvoir Park Lounge
Come hangout with us! You're invited to a great afternoon full of fun this Saturday, it's gonna be an absolute blast and you won't want to miss it!
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
6th November
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
6th November
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
NEW! Creative Wednesdays with Attenborough Arts Centre
8th November
The Common Room, Lower Ground Floor, Percy Gee Building
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
13th November
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
13th November
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
Loughborough Winter Soar Head of the River
18th November
River Soar, Loughborough
Hangouts!!
18th November
Charles Wilson Belvoir Park Lounge
Come hangout with us! You're invited to a great afternoon full of fun this Saturday, it's gonna be an absolute blast and you won't want to miss it!
BUCS Indoors & Adaptive Rowing Series 2023
19th November
TBC
BUCS Indoor Rowing Competition
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
20th November
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
20th November
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
27th November
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
27th November
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
Newark Head
2nd December
River Trent, Newark
Hangouts!!
2nd December
Charles Wilson Belvoir Park Lounge
Come hangout with us! You're invited to a great afternoon full of fun this Saturday, it's gonna be an absolute blast and you won't want to miss it!
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
4th December
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
4th December
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
White Rose Head
10th December
River Ouse, York
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
11th December
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Weekly Social Meeting
11th December
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
18th December
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Features a picture of two people talking and text that reads: 'University of Leicester Crisis Cafe. Are you feeling distressed, anxious, or that things are too much for you? Open Mondays 10am-3pm.' Crisis Cafe: Free Mental Health Drop-In Clinic
25th December
Second Floor, Percy Gee Building
Peterborough Head of the Nene
3rd February
River Nene, Peterborough
BUCS 4s & 8s Head
24th-25th February
River Tyne, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Women's Head of the River Race
9th March
River Thames, London
Head of the River Race
23rd March
River Thames, London

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