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Welcome Week – Birkenhead: CSU Student Mixer and Mocktails

Start Date: 24 September 2024 12:00 pm

End Date: 24 September 2024 1:30 pm

Location: Marriss House, University Centre Birkenhead

Join us for a Bridgeton Inspired Mixer!

Step into the world of Bridgerton at our Student Social Mixer! 

Join us from 12:00 – 13:30 on Tuesday 24th September as part of Welcome Week at Marriss House, for a chance to enjoy delicious Apple and Elderflower mocktails and cupcakes while meeting fellow students through an informal icebreaker activity. 

Don’t miss the Chester Students’ Union Stall —your chance to discover all that we offer and how we can support you during your time at University Centre Birkenhead. Whether you’re new to the university or looking to expand your social circle, Mixer and Mocktails is a great way to get to know your fellow students! https://chestersu.native.fm/event/birkenhead-csu-student-mixer-and-mocktails/229620

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Welcome Week – Warrington: CSU Student Mixer and Mocktails

Start Date: 23 September 2024 12:00 pm

End Date: 23 September 2024 1:30 pm

Location: 1st Floor, Time Square, University Centre Warrington

Join us from 12:00 – 13:30 on Monday 23th September on the 1st Floor of Time Square for delicious mocktails and cupcakes while meeting fellow students through an informal icebreaker activity. 

Don’t miss the Chester Students’ Union Stall—your chance to discover all that we offer and how we can support you during your time at University Centre Warrington.

Whether you’re new to the university or are looking to expand your social circle, this lunch time mixer is a great way to get to know your fellow students! https://chestersu.native.fm/event/warrington-csu-student-mixer-and-mocktails/229513

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Welcome Week – CSU Lily’s Pad Presents – WiiSports Night

Start Date: 23 September 2024 7:30 pm

End Date: 23 September 2024 8:30 pm

Location: Foyer, Chester Students' Union, Exton Park

Lily’s Pad is a monthly social, launching Welcome Week 2024!

CSU President Lily Watson is hosting a new monthly social ‘Lily’s Pad’!

The first in the monthly events series is Wii Sports Night. Bringing you that classic family night feel, sign up in teams or as an individual to be part of the WII Sports Night. 

From bowling, boxing and running there is a virtual event everyone can be a part of.

Held in our very own CSU building at 7:30pm on the 23/09/2024. Pop down and get involved. No need to book on, just come along either by yourself or in a group and we will put you into teams!

https://chestersu.native.fm/event/csu-lilys-pad-presents-wii-sports-night/229586

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Welcome Week – CSU Vintage Fashion Market

Start Date: 25 September 2024 10:00 am

End Date: 25 September 2024 4:00 pm

Location: Small Hall, Exton Park

Vintage Folk bring one-of-a-kind vintage sustainable gems from 80’s, 90’s and Y2K straight to student wardrobes for bargain prices.

Chester Students’ Union is excited to bring you a Vintage Fashion Market in the Small Hall. Explore a unique collection of pre-loved vintage clothing, featuring top brands and iconic styles from the 80s, 90s, and Y2K eras.

Whether you’re a fan of bold ’80s prints, the grunge vibes of the ’90s, or the chic and sporty trends of the early 2000s, our market has something for every vintage lover. Discover one-of-a-kind pieces that will set your wardrobe apart and make a statement on campus this year.

Don’t miss this chance to shop sustainable, stylish fashion at unbeatable prices. 

https://chestersu.native.fm/event/csu-vintage-fashion-market/229621

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Welcome Week – Life in Chester Presents – Beads in the Bar

Start Date: 24 September 2024 3:00 pm

End Date: 24 September 2024 4:30 pm

Location: Union Bar, Exton Park, Chester

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Join Life in Chester for Beads in the Bar, where you can make friends, enjoy a mocktail/cocktail, and craft bead bracelets and phone chains—all for just £5!

Chester Students Union is excited to welcome ‘Life in Chester’ to Welcome Week for a fun and creative workshop: Beads in the Bar! Whether you love crafting or are just looking for a relaxed way to meet new people, this event is the perfect opportunity to make friends while making something unique.

Join us on Tuesday 24th September, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM for an afternoon of creativity and connection. You’ll get to design and create your own bead bracelets and bead chains for your phone—perfect keepsakes or gifts to remember the start of your university journey.

Funding from Chester Students’ Union has meant tickets will be subsidised from £15 to just £5! 

Your £5 ticket covers everything you need, including all bead-making materials and a refreshing mocktail or cocktail to enjoy while you make. 

Spaces are limited, so be sure to grab your ticket early and secure your spot! 

Don’t miss out on this chance to unwind, get creative, and make new friendships. We can’t wait to see you there!

Life in Chester are made up of three besties Georgia, Emily and Matilda, recent University of Chester Graduates who have built an insta and tiktok following of over 42K with their ‘things to do in Chester’ and programme of creative social events!

https://chestersu.native.fm/event/life-in-chester-presents-beads-in-the-bar/229589

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Welcome Week – CSU Board Game Cafe Launch

Start Date: 24 September 2024 7:00 pm

End Date: 24 September 2024 9:00 pm

Location: Foyer, Chester Students' Union, Exton Park

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Join us for a fun evening at the CSU Board Game Café! 🎲 Sign up in advance for your favourite game and be paired with other students who’ve chosen the same one!

Unwind in the Chester Students Union Foyer with our Board Game Café launch event, hosted by Chester Roleplay and Gaming Society. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, take a break from the week’s whirlwind of activities, or just enjoy some laid-back fun, this event is the perfect way to connect and relax.

Social Opportunity: For the first hour, sign up in advance for your favourite game and be paired with other students who’ve chosen the same one! It’s a fantastic way to meet new people and share some laughs over a board game, especially if you’re flying solo.

We’ve got an array of games for you to choose from, including Connect 4, The Chameleon, Herd Mentality, Battleships, Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, Monopoly, Guess Who, Harry Potter Cluedo, and a collection of timeless classics. There will be soft drinks available throughout the evening.

So, if you’re looking for something low-key and fun amidst the hustle and bustle, join us at the Board Game Café. It’s all about good times, great games, and even better company. We can’t wait to see you there!

7.00pm – 8.00pm: Advanced booking required for solo players to be paired with a team 

8.00pm – 9.00pm: No need to book, open to pairs and groups.

https://chestersu.native.fm/event/csu-board-game-cafe-launch/229611

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Welcome Week – CSU Mature Student Mixer with Afternoon Tea

Start Date: 26 September 2024 12:00 pm

End Date: 26 September 2024 2:00 pm

Location: The Foyer, Chester Students' Union, Exton Park

Meet other Mature Students at our afternoon tea social! Bring your favourite mug or choose a mug to decorate!

There will be hot tea and coffee, and a free slice of cake and sandwiches for lunch. Get chatting to likeminded students and make new friends with the help of an optional icebreaker at this relaxed event in the CSU building on Exton Park campus.

You will also get the chance to meet CSU’s Mature Students Officer and Parent Students Officer and find out how they can represent and advocate for you in your student life. 

https://chestersu.native.fm/event/csu-mature-student-mixer-with-afternoon-tea/229585

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Welcome Week – CSU Cinema Night: High School Musical 2

Start Date: 26 September 2024 7:30 pm

End Date: 26 September 2024 9:30 pm

Location: Cinema Room, Molloy, Exton Park

Join Chester Students Union’s full-time officers for a Cinema Night on Thursday 26
September for an unveiling of the brand new campus cinema at 7.30pm!

We’re thrilled to present High School Musical 2, chosen by students themselves! Starring Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale, School’s out for summer and the East High Wildcats are ready to make it the time of their lives after landing jobs in a wealthy country club. 

As you make your way in, don’t miss out on our delicious cinema treats! We’ll have popcorn, sweets, and soft drinks available for purchase to enhance your movie experience.

It’s the perfect way to relax and enjoy this fun movie on the big screen.

https://chestersu.native.fm/event/csu-cinema-night-high-school-musical-2/229627

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Welcome Week – CSU Indoor Poster Market

Start Date: 27 September 2024 10:00 am

End Date: 27 September 2024 5:00 pm

Location: Small Hall, Exton Park

Get ready to transform your uni space into a home from home! Before or after heading to the Sports and Socieites fair, make your way to the Small Hall for the ultimate Indoor Poster Market during Welcome Week, open from 10am to 5pm.

Discover an incredible selection of posters and art prints at unbeatable prices, perfect for adding that personal touch to your halls room or uni flat. Whether you’re into iconic movie posters, inspiring quotes, breathtaking landscapes, or trendy art, there will be something for everyone!

Don’t miss out on this one-stop shop to make your new home away from home uniquely yours!

https://chestersu.native.fm/event/csu-indoor-poster-market/229668

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Welcome Week – Life in Chester Presents Plant Pot Decorating & Mocktail Mixer

Start Date: 27 September 2024 3:00 pm

End Date: 27 September 2024 5:00 pm

Location: Union Bar, Exton Park

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Join Life in Chester for a Plant Pot Decorating Workshop where you can make friends, enjoy a mocktail/cocktail, and get creative!

Chester Students’ Union is excited to welcome ‘Life in Chester’ to Welcome Week for a fun and creative workshop of Plant Pot Decorating on Friday 27th September from 3pm to 5pm at the Union Bar. Whether you love painting, plants or are just looking for a relaxed way to meet new people, this event is the perfect opportunity to make friends while making something unique that adds a personal, homely touch to your uni accommodation..

For just £6, your ticket includes all the materials you’ll need to decorate your very own plant pot, plus a refreshing mocktail or cocktail to sip on while you create. Want to complete the look? For an additional £1, you can purchase a plant and soil to bring your decorated pot to life!

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, come along and enjoy a creative and social afternoon.

Spots are limited, so grab your ticket and let’s get planting! We can’t wait to see you there!

Funding from Chester Students’ Union has meant tickets will be subsidised from £20 to just £7! 

Life in Chester are made up of three besties Georgia, Emily and Matilda, recent University of Chester Graduates who have built an insta and tiktok following of over 42K with their ‘things to do in Chester’ and programme of creative social events!

https://chestersu.native.fm/event/life-in-chester-presents-plant-pot-decorating-mocktail-mixer/229676

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