MSL Membership System Events

Academic Fair - CASSAH (26/10/2026, 11:00)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:41:20 +0100

Academic Fair is a platform designed to help students access targeted opportunities from the SU and the university while promoting students to build connections and networks within their respective college. It provides an opening to explore future career options, join exciting academic societies, meet their representatives and learn about their college more.

Academic Fair - CLS (19/10/2026, 11:00)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:38:24 +0100

National Coming Out Day Celebration (12/10/2026, 16:00)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:15:27 +0100

Connect with your community by exchanging your experiences. You can share or simply listen and enjoy our safe space.

We'll have snacks and drinks !!
( Vegan and Gluten free options will be available :) )

Student Parent Meet + Greet (22/10/2026, 12:00)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:08:00 +0100

New or returning to campus and want to connect with student parents like you? Join us this half term for an afternoon of crafting and networking whilst learning about all of the child-friendly spots on campus. Kids more than welcome!

Black PGR Showcase (29/10/2026, 11:00)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:37:26 +0100

Join us for a celebration of the diverse research, experiences and inspirations that shape the work of Black Postgraduate Researchers at the University of Leicester.

Discover research from across disciplines through creative poster displays, explore research journeys around the world, share what inspires your work, and contribute to our Research Recommendation Corner.

Tote Bag Decorating Workshop (14/10/2026, 15:00)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:12:53 +0100

Rock a new style during your lecture runs this term and join us for our tote-bag decorating workshop this October and customise your very own tote bag!

Connect with fellow students over your love of personal style and leave with friends that will carry you through the end of your course

Limited tickets available - grab yours now!

If you are experiencing any financial difficulty and need support to attend social events, please submit a request to our Access Fund to ensure you are not left out of on campus events and activities!

Postgraduate Picture Day (20/10/2026, 12:00)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:51:46 +0100

Need a professional headshot to use on LinkedIn? Don't miss out on our Postgraduate Picture Day to connect with fellow postgraduate students whilst making a strategic step towards your career.

For Postgraduate Taught and Research students - refreshments included!

Limited tickets available - grab yours now!

Do You Hear Me Too? (07/10/2026, 14:00)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:24:59 +0100

Want to develop your own voice to thrive in your career? Planning to enter a male-dominated field and want to develop the confidence to take up space?

Don't miss out on your chance to hear from female professionals in Law, Business Analysis, Publishing, Activism and more during our panel discussion, network with fellow students wanting to level up their career as well and engage in our Lessons From Yourself Workshop to envision your ideal professional self in the next few years.

Complimentary refreshments available.

To sign up for the event for FREE please click here. Limited places available!

Americas Social: Red, White and Brew (12/10/2026, 12:00)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:19:05 +0100

New and returning students don't miss out on our Americas Social for all international students from the Americas and our British students of the same heritage!

Meet new people, make friends whilst making your iced coffee and sweet tea! Play games, feast on our snacks and win prizes with our Kahoot Quiz this Freshers Season!

Hunt the Sharks! (16/09/2026, 09:00)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:30:37 +0100

A friendly shark mascot has escaped into the Students’ Union website and student workspace! Help track it down by exploring key webpages and discovering useful resources for PGRs and Distance Learners.

Find at least 14 pages with a shark on it, fill in the form, and enter a prize draw to win a 20GBP prize voucher, a university hoodie, or a university t-shirt!

Euro Trip (12/12/2026, 08:00)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:34:48 +0100

There’s no better way to fall in love with Europe than our showstopper: The Euro Trip. Hop on the coach and embark on an 8-day adventure through 3 countries and 4 cities!

Explore the famous canals in Amsterdam whilst enjoying a Stroopwaffle or head to a museum and marvel at Van Gogh’s most famous pieces of art or pieces of Dutch history. Immerse yourself in Belgium culture in the cobbled streets of Bruges and historic city of Brussels. Make sure to taste authentic Belgium chocolate before you leave! Finally, we will head to Paris, where you should feast on croissants and baguettes whilst sat beneath the Eiffel Tower.

This is the perfect trip for travellers who simply can’t get enough.

Get your tickets here.

Edinburgh Weekend Trip (27/11/2026, 08:00)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:33:27 +0100

Edinburgh is one of the most popular cities in the United Kingdom with a few million visitors every year. The magnificent capital of Scotland is home to enchanting cobbled streets, incredible rustic architecture and iconic sites such as Edinburgh Castle and Arthur’s Seat. It is a city rich in culture and history, and houses so many hidden gems that you could spend weeks here and never run out of things to do. We aim to give you a brief glimpse into what Edinburgh has to offer and we’re sure you’ll want to return very soon!

Get your tickets here.

Machester Trip (01/11/2026, 08:00)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:30:48 +0100

Manchester is one of the most vibrant cities in the North West, known for its music scene, industrial heritage, and independent spirit. From the iconic Northern Quarter to the grand Victorian architecture around Deansgate, there’s plenty of character round every corner. It makes for a brilliant day trip, whether you want to explore the shops and street art of the Northern Quarter, dive into the city’s music history, or just enjoy the cafes and bars tucked along the streets.

Get your tickets here.

European Social: Hygge+ Hangout (09/10/2026, 12:00)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:21:18 +0100

New and returning students don't miss out on our European Social for all international students from Europe and our British students of the same heritage to enjoy a cozy Friday afternoon together!

Meet new people, make friends, learn how to create azulejos tiles and practice european folk cross-stitching. Play games, feast on our snacks and win prizes with our Kahoot Quiz this Freshers Season!

International Student Cafe (07/10/2026, 12:00)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:48:00 +0100

New and returning international students don't miss out on our International Student Cafe to meet and greet each other from all over the world

Meet new people, make friends with our friend speed-dating, play games, feast on our snacks and win prizes with our Kahoot Quiz this Freshers Season!

Distance Learners' Crafting Hour (14/12/2026, 18:00)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:52:20 +0100

Do you have some crafting projects to finish off? Want to chat with other crafters while you crochet, paint or scrapbook? Grab a drink, settle down with a craft, and have a chat!

Open to all distance learners, regardless of level or school.

DL Crafting Hour | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Distance Learners' Social and Networking (04/12/2026, 13:00)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:51:15 +0100

A space to come and chat to distance learners from across Leicester, hosted by the Distance Learning Officer. All distance students welcome, regardless of school or level.

DL Social and Networking | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Distance Learners' Crafting Hour (12/11/2026, 18:00)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:50:03 +0100

Do you have some crafting projects to finish off? Want to chat with other crafters while you crochet, paint or scrapbook? Grab a drink, settle down with a craft, and have a chat!

Open to all distance learners, regardless of level or school.

DL Crafting Hour | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Online Book Club (05/11/2026, 18:00)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:48:52 +0100

Open to all students, whether campus or distance based.

There is no set reading for this book club. Instead, you're encouraged to join and tell us about what you've read lately, your favourite books or things you're planning to read soon.

You’re welcome to drop in or out, and camera/microphone is not required if you would prefer to use the text chat.

Online Book Club | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Distance Learners' Social and Networking (02/11/2026, 13:00)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:47:58 +0100

A space to come and chat to distance learners from across Leicester, hosted by the Distance Learning Officer. All distance students welcome, regardless of school or level.

DL Social and Networking | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Museum Object-based Mindfulness Training (01/09/2026, 12:00)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:58:31 +0100

What is Museum Object-based Mindfulness Training?

Museum Object-based Mindfulness Training is a six-week course that will teach you the foundational practices, concepts, and attitudes of mindfulness through engagement with a wonderful array of art and heritage objects.

You will also have the opportunity to discuss how mindfulness can be used to support your mental health at university with your peers, supported by a trained mindfulness facilitator!

What’s involved?

Each weekly session will be between 1-hour to 1:15- hours long

As part of the evaluation, you will be invited to complete questionnaires before-during and-after the intervention. You will also be invited to complete one journal entry a week and to take part in a post-intervention interview (lasting approximately 45 minutes).

Students will be compensated for their role in supporting the evaluation of the intervention with a gift card (equivalent to 1.5 hours at national minimum wage rate).

Who can participate?

On-campus students at the University of Leicester who are 18-years or older and who do not have a clinically diagnosed mental health condition or are not aiming to address a recent trauma or loss. You will be expected to participate in at least five of the course’s six sessions.

When?

You can take part in one of the following courses starting on the following dates (2026):

Course One: 1^st of September (Tuesdays 12-1pm)

Course Two: 3^rd of September (Thursdays 5-6pm)

Course Three: 27^th of October (Tuesdays 5-6pm)

Course Four: 28^th of October (Wednesdays 12-1pm)

Course Five 29^th of October (Thursdays 5-6pm)

Where?

Sessions will take place in-person and on-campus. You will be informed of the exact location closer to the date.

Content warning

The sessions discussions of mental health challenges as well as engagement with both museum objects and mindfulness practices which may cause emotional discomfort. A safeguarding protocol has been established to support participants.

If you would like to participate follow this link to sign up: Museum Object-based Mindfulness Training Research Project Sign-up – Fill in form

If you would like to learn more about course follow this link for the project overview: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16keRuZG1FgQYu8zrM5J89H_w8FB-CpJA/view?usp=sharing

Alternatively, you can contact Chris at csj12@leicester.ac.uk

PGR Winter Banquet (04/12/2026, 19:00)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:57:25 +0100

Caling all Postgraduate researchers - in need of a night off?

Enjoy this tailored night of music, dancing, food & socialising with the fellow PGRs you haven't seen since your induction! Make sure your University experience goes beyond your academic research and grab your ticket!

Don't miss out!

Virtual Escape Room (15/10/2026, 18:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:39:45 +0100

Whether it’s your first time, or you’re an escape room veteran – come join the virtual escape room and see if we can make it out!

Join link - DL Welcome Week - Virtual Escape Room | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Get to Know Your Officer Team: Executives (15/10/2026, 13:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:34:43 +0100

They help shape the Students’ Union, but who are they? How do their ideas and plans affect you as a distance learner? Come along and get to know your executive officer team, hear about their plans, talk to them about the issues you face.

Join link - DL Welcome Week - Getting to Know Your Officer Team - Executive Officers | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Crafting Hours (12/10/2026, 18:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:17:07 +0100

Do you have some crafting projects to finish off? Want to chat with other crafters while you crochet, paint or scrapbook? Grab a drink, settle down with a craft, and have a chat!

Join link - DL Welcome Week - DL Crafting Hour | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Virtual Film Screening: The Grand Budapest Hotel (14/10/2026, 19:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:33:05 +0100

Grab some snacks (or dinner!), settle down, and watch a film with other distance learners. Talk about themes, topics, or anything else you want in the meeting chat!

Microphones and cameras will be off by default for this event, and only the chat function can be used to communicate. Subtitles for the movie will be switched on.

Join link - DL Welcome Week - Film Screening | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Get to Know Your Officer Team: Part-Time (14/10/2026, 13:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:31:39 +0100

Who are your part-time officers? What can they do to help you, as a distance learner? What parts of their plans impact you?

Come along and get to know some of them, hear about their plans for the year, and tell them what affects you as a distance learner

Join link - DL Welcome Week - Get to Know Your Officer Team - Part-Time Officers | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Academic Representation, Advice, and You (13/10/2026, 13:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:25:47 +0100

Learn more about how the academic representation system works, and how you can be part of it even if you’re not on campus!

You can also learn more about our Advice service, and how they might help you during your studies at Leicester

Join link - DL Welcome Week - Distance Learners and The Students' Union | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Distance Learners & The Students' Union (12/10/2026, 13:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:15:27 +0100

Do you know what the Students’ Union can do for you?

Did you know we provide lots of opportunities to engage with us?

Come along and learn about how distance learners can use the SU, and how it all works

Link to join - DL Welcome Week - Distance Learners and The Students' Union | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Virtual Roundtable (13/10/2026, 16:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:29:36 +0100

Join us for the return of the Virtual Roundtable!

Come and discuss some pre-determined topics, gain some different perspectives and get to know some other distance learners.

Hosted by Communities Activator, Milan Wright

Previous questions have included – is AI art, art? Should the media be impartial? Who decides what truth is?

Join link - DL Welcome Week - Virtual Roundtable | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams