Freshers 2025

 

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Hi! I’m Cleo, my pronouns are she/her, and I am your Communities Officer for this year. This means I’m your elected officer for all things societies, sports, volunteering and employability. I’m here to support and develop these areas, so if you have any questions, want to share any ideas or need any help with anything across the year, always feel free to reach out!

And, if you can't find your group? Start your own or Adopt a Society! 

 

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Give our Societies a Go! 

 

Minecraft SMP (Java)
8th January 4pm - 31st May 11:59pm
LeicesterCS has a Minecraft SMP. Free to join, no membership required. Come join us, and meet people in the society! Join our Discord for more information.
LUSCR Weekly practices
19th January midnight - 31st August midnight
St Mary de Castro, Leicester
Come along to our weekly practices, every Wednesday 7-8.30pm during term time (unless otherwise specified). We welcome everyone, so if you're looking to learn something new or just want to find out more about bell ringing, come along to a practice!
Community Pop-up Store
9th February noon - 3pm
SU Square - Percy Gee
Have any pre-loved items to donate or want to adopt some amazing pieces we have collected so far? Come to the SU Square every Monday between 12pm and 3pm and give another life to things that need a new home!
Volunteering Week Workshop - Benefits of Volunteering
9th February noon - 12:30pm
1.01 Percy Gee Liberation Room
This session will help you to understand the wide ranging benefits of volunteering for your personal and career development.
Galentine's Day Party
9th February 2:30pm - 5pm
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Join us for a Galentine’s Day Party full of crafts, food, pics & good vibes 💌
CLS Valentine's Day Candy Grams
10th February noon - 6pm
Law Reception
Visit Law Reception from 12–6 PM on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 to write a special note for your loved one, friend, or favourite professor. Cards will be available for pickup on Thursday, February 12, from 1–6 PM in the Liberation Room
Ramadan Vision Board & Tasbih Making
10th February 5:30pm - 8pm
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Valentine's Workshop
10th February 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Volunteering Week Community Clean-up
12th February noon - 2pm
SU Entrance / Victoria Park
Come together to help your local community and spot the first signs of spring this year!
FNAF Themed Weekly Meet
12th February 5:30pm - 9pm
Our weekly social meets where we do different activities such as playing games, doing quizzes, crafts, or just chilling.
Balkan style embroidery & ceramics painting
12th February 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Charles Wilson Postgraduate Lounge
Twilight Laser Tag
12th February 6:30pm - 9pm
Megazone Leicester
Assemble your squad for epic laser tag this Thursday. Exclusive society rates from £3. Don't just play - dominate. Secure your spot! 🔫🧟🚩
Outdoor and wilderness first aid
13th February 6pm - 8pm
Fun, relaxed first aid teaching session. Will include how to handle hypothermia, head injuries and heat exhaustion.
Paint + Sip - Galentines
13th February 6pm - 8pm
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Celebrate Galentines with Miss Medics at our Paint & Sip night! 🎨🍷 Come along for an evening of creativity, laughter and delicious drinks. Open to all.
Midlands National Radiology Conference 2026
15th February 8:30am - 6pm
Sir Bob Burgess Building, Leicester LE2 6BF
Join us fore the second Midlands National Radiology Conference 2026. Brilliant talks including: a keynote from the President of the Royal College of Radiologists, Dr Stephen Harden and multiple interesting and engaging workshops!
Midlands Radiology Conference 2026
15th February 8:30am - 5pm
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Join us for the Midlands Radiology Conference 2026!! Listen to inspiring talks, take part in some brilliant workshops and network with experts in their field of Radiology! This isn't and event to be missed!!

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Learn more about our Societies

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