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Welcome and Orientation: Gym Taster Day
7 October 2025 8:00 am
Use our gym for free during our Taster Days. Here at GymCHESTER, you get to “try before you buy” so visit us in the...
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Welcome and Orientation: Seaborne Library Tours
7 October 2025 9:00 am
Come and explore the Seaborne Library and discover the many ways it can support you and your studies. Each tour lasts 30 minutes. Times...
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Welcome and Orientation: Meet your Student Experience Team – Find Us at the Red Welcome Tent!
7 October 2025 9:00 am
New to the University or just need a little help finding your way? Our Welcome to UoC Tent is here to make your first...
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Welcome and Orientation: Bagel Brekkie
7 October 2025 9:00 am
Wake up on the right side of the bed and drop in for one of our bagel breakfast delights! Drop in and join us...
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Welcome and Orientation: Creative Wellbeing Pop-Up
7 October 2025 11:00 am
Did you know that being creative can reduce your stress and boost your mental health? Join our Wellbeing and Mental Health team to get...
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Care Experienced and Estranged Student Drop In
7 October 2025 12:00 pm
Come and meet Wendy Lavin, Student Wellbeing Adviser for Care Experienced and Estranged students. This will be an informal drop in for new students...
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Welcome and Orientation: Swim Taster
7 October 2025 12:00 pm
Fancy a swim? Try it for free!Join one of our swim taster sessions at the pool next to the Gym.Sessions are one hour long...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Neurodiversity Mixer – Mug Decorating
7 October 2025 12:00 pm
Meet other neurodiverse students at our afternoon tea social! Bring your favourite mug or choose a mug to decorate! https://chestersu.native.fm/event/welcome-week-csu-neurodiversity-mixer/255264
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Welcome and Orientation: Core Blast (Fitness Class)
7 October 2025 12:15 pm
The class comprises of numerous core exercises ranging in difficulty to cover all fitness levels. The class will include 10 minutes of on-the-floor exercises...
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Welcome and Orientation: Giant Games
7 October 2025 1:00 pm
Head to the outdoor MUGA football pitch for some giant game fun!Enjoy oversized games like Chess, Connect 4 and Snakes and Ladders – no...
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Welcome and Orientation: Sip & Paint
7 October 2025 1:30 pm
Join us for a relaxed session with lots of painting ideas. Beginners welcome! Drop in and join us – all welcome.
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Welcome and Orientation: Gym Taster – Quiet Hour
7 October 2025 2:00 pm
Use our gym without all the noise. No music or training sessions will take place during this hour. If you prefer a chilled vibe,...
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Welcome and Orientation: Zen Den
7 October 2025 4:00 pm
A quiet hour to de-stress with a reading room, peace garden, painting & crafts, puzzles, short mindfulness sessions. Drop in and join us –...
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Welcome and Orientation: Speed Friending Table Tennis
7 October 2025 5:00 pm
Get yourself to the Small Hall, grab a bat and make friends! Everyone will move between the tables, so this is the perfect event...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Board Game Café
7 October 2025 7:00 pm
Join us for a fun evening at the CSU Board Game Café! Sign up in advance for your favorite game and be paired with...
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Welcome and Orientation: Live Music and Live Sports
7 October 2025 7:00 pm
Discover the bar, enjoy live sports and music, and meet with fellow students. No need to book, just drop in!
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Welcome and Orientation: Gym Taster Day
8 October 2025 8:00 am
Use our gym for free during our Taster Days. Here at GymCHESTER, you get to “try before you buy” so visit us in the...
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Welcome and Orientation: MSc Nutrition and Dietetics Academic Induction
8 October 2025 9:00 am
Starting university is an exciting new chapter. Your Academic Induction is designed to help you settle in, connect with your tutors and classmates, and...
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Welcome and Orientation: Seaborne Library Tours
8 October 2025 9:00 am
Come and explore the Seaborne Library and discover the many ways it can support you and your studies. Each tour lasts 30 minutes. Tours...
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Welcome and Orientation: Become a Student Ambassador – Find out more at the Red Welcome Tent!
8 October 2025 9:00 am
Want to boost your CV, earn money and make the most of your time at University? As a University of Chester student, you can...
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Welcome and Orientation: Meet your Student Experience and Money Team – Find Us at the Red Welcome Tent!
8 October 2025 9:00 am
New to the University or just need a little help finding your way? Our Welcome to UoC Tent is here to make your first...
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Welcome and Orientation: Bagel Brekkie
8 October 2025 9:00 am
Wake up on the right side of the bed and drop in for one of our bagel breakfast delights! Drop in and join us...
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Welcome and Orientation: International Student In-Person Enrolment (Seaborne Library)
8 October 2025 10:00 am
International students only. Complete your in-person enrolment, and meet other students from your course and across the University. All international students need to attend...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Welcome Fair
8 October 2025 11:00 am
Save the date for the biggest event of Welcome Week! Chester Students’ Union is excited to host the Welcome Fair on Wednesday 8th October,...
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Welcome and Orientation: Get to Know Sport @ UoC
8 October 2025 11:00 am
Come along to meet our Sport and Active Lifestyle Team at Welcome Fair! Talk directly to staff and find out about the Gym, Swim,...
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Welcome and Orientation: Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Drop-in
8 October 2025 11:00 am
Come along to this informal session to learn what DSA is, check if you’re eligible for funded support, and discover the different types of...
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Welcome and Orientation: Lemonade on the Lawn
8 October 2025 11:30 am
A garden party with outdoor games, food, ice creams, lots of lemonade and more! Drop in and join us – all welcome.
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Welcome and Orientation: Swim Taster
8 October 2025 12:00 pm
Fancy a swim? Try it for free! Join one of our swim taster sessions at the pool next to the Gym. Sessions are one...
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Welcome and Orientation: Pilates (Fitness Class)
8 October 2025 1:00 pm
Join Claire our Pilates Instructor for a chilled hour during a busy week. Suitable for anyone, experts or beginners, and all abilities welcome. Mats...
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Welcome and Orientation: Zen Den
8 October 2025 4:00 pm
A quiet hour to de-stress with a reading room, peace garden, painting & crafts, puzzles, short mindfulness sessions. Drop in and join us –...
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Welcome and Orientation: Sports Teams Circuits (Fitness Class)
8 October 2025 5:00 pm
For sports clubs members: Energetic Circuits class to kick start your training! SportCHESTER are invited to participate in a Circuits class as part of...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Pre Night Out Social
8 October 2025 6:30 pm
Meet Your CSU Officers, Munch on Pizza & Prep for the Night! https://chestersu.native.fm/event/welcome-week-csu-pre-night-out-social/256799
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Welcome and Orientation: Wednesday Socials
8 October 2025 7:00 pm
Meet at the bar for drinks, connect with new people, and get a chance to meet our resident DJ and host, Warren. No need...
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Welcome and Orientation: Gym Taster Day
9 October 2025 8:00 am
Use our gym for free during our Taster Days. Here at GymCHESTER, you get to “try before you buy” so visit us in the...
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Welcome and Orientation: Seaborne Library Tours
9 October 2025 9:00 am
Come and explore the Seaborne Library and discover the many ways it can support you and your studies. Each tour lasts 30 minutes. Tours...
Events
Welcome and Orientation: Meet your Student Experience Team – Find Us at the Red Welcome Tent!
9 October 2025 9:00 am
New to the University or just need a little help finding your way? Our Welcome to UoC Tent is here to make your first...
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Welcome and Orientation: Bagel Brekkie
9 October 2025 9:00 am
Wake up on the right side of the bed and drop in for one of our bagel breakfast delights! Drop in and join us...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Postgrad & Mature Student Mixer
9 October 2025 11:00 am
Meet other Postgraduate & Mature Students for a cuppa! https://chestersu.native.fm/event/welcome-week-csu-postgraduate-mature-student-mixer/255265
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Welcome and Orientation: Gardening Group
9 October 2025 11:00 am
Pop in to see us in our beautiful garden designed & built by students. Plant up your own mint pot, get involved in food...
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Welcome and Orientation: Swim Taster
9 October 2025 12:00 pm
Fancy a swim? Try it for free!Join one of our swim taster sessions at the pool next to the Gym.Sessions are one hour long...
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Welcome and Orientation: Gardening Group
9 October 2025 1:30 pm
Pop in to see us in our beautiful garden designed & built by students. Plant up your own mint pot, get involved in food...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Friendship Bracelet Making
9 October 2025 2:00 pm
Join us for Friendship Bracelet making, where you can make friends, enjoy a mocktail/cocktail, and craft bead bracelets or phone chains – all for...
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Welcome and Orientation: Creative Wellbeing Pop-Up
9 October 2025 2:00 pm
Did you know that being creative can reduce your stress and boost your mental health? Join our Wellbeing and Mental Health team to get...
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Welcome and Orientation: Zen Den
9 October 2025 4:00 pm
A quiet hour to de-stress with a reading room, peace garden, painting & crafts, puzzles, short mindfulness sessions. Drop in and join us –...
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Welcome and Orientation: Spin (Fitness Class)
9 October 2025 5:00 pm
In-person Spin Class held in our Spin Studio next door to the gym, suitable for all abilities. Our Spin instructor will guide and motivate...
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Welcome and Orientation: Core Blast (Fitness Class)
9 October 2025 6:00 pm
The class comprises of numerous core exercises ranging in difficulty to cover all fitness levels. The class will include 10 minutes of on-the-floor exercises...
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Welcome and Orientation: 7 a-side Football Taster
9 October 2025 6:00 pm
Interested in a kick about and finding out about our 7 a-side ActiveCHESTER league? Join our open 7 a-side Football session. Join with friends...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Speed Friending & Pizza
9 October 2025 6:30 pm
Meet new people at CSU’s second Speed Friending event! https://chestersu.native.fm/event/welcome-week-csu-speed-friending/255288
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Welcome and Orientation: Quiz and Bingo Night
9 October 2025 7:00 pm
Join your host Lady Wanda for our popular quiz and bingo, great banter, prizes and more! No need to book, just drop in!
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Welcome and Orientation: Gym Taster Day
10 October 2025 8:00 am
Use our gym for free during our Taster Days. Here at GymCHESTER, you get to “try before you buy” so visit us in the...
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Welcome and Orientation: Meet your Student Experience Team – Find Us at the Red Welcome Tent!
10 October 2025 9:00 am
New to the University or just need a little help finding your way? Our Welcome to UoC Tent is here to make your first...
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Welcome and Orientation: International Student In-Person Enrolment (Seaborne Library)
10 October 2025 10:00 am
International students only. Complete your in-person enrolment, and meet other students from your course and across the University. All international students need to attend...
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Welcome and Orientation: Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Drop-in
10 October 2025 10:00 am
Come along to this informal session to learn what DSA is, check if you’re eligible for funded support, and discover the different types of...
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Welcome and Orientation: Part-time Jobs Fair
10 October 2025 11:00 am
Looking to earn while you learn? Don’t miss our very first Part-Time Jobs Fair happening on Friday the 10th of October, from 11am to...
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Welcome and Orientation: Boxercise (Fitness Class)
10 October 2025 12:00 pm
This fitness class includes boxing techniques, pad work and circuits style exercises. This is great class for improving fitness and working in pairs or...
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Welcome and Orientation: Bake It Til You Make It!
10 October 2025 1:30 pm
Why not try out a delicious recipe? No baking experience needed! Please book onto this session here.
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Welcome and Orientation: ActiveCHESTER Taster
10 October 2025 3:00 pm
Interested to learn more about our FREE turn up and play sessions as part of ActiveCHESTER. In collaboration with CSU, join Will (CSU VP...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Cinema Night
10 October 2025 6:30 pm
Join us in the campus cinema and enjoy a film chosen by you! https://chestersu.native.fm/event/welcome-week-2025/255250
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Welcome and Orientation: Live Outdoor Music and BBQ
10 October 2025 7:00 pm
Join us for a live outdoor music event featuring local and university performing artists and BBQ. No need to book – just drop in!
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Welcome and Orientation: DJ and Party in the Bar
10 October 2025 7:00 pm
It’s party time in the bar! Meet fellow students, and join the fun – just drop in, no booking required. Stay tuned for more...
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Welcome and Orientation: Gym Taster Day
11 October 2025 12:00 pm
Use our gym for free during our Taster Days. Here at GymCHESTER, you get to “try before you buy” so visit us in the...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Walking Tour of Chester and Ice Cream
11 October 2025 2:00 pm
Get to know your new city! https://chestersu.native.fm/event/welcome-week-csu-chester-walking-tour/256810
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Welcome and Orientation: Gym Taster Day
12 October 2025 12:00 pm
Use our gym for free during our Taster Days. Here at GymCHESTER, you get to “try before you buy” so visit us in the...
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Welcome and Orientation: CSU Officer Quiz Night
12 October 2025 7:00 pm
Join us for a fun-filled evening of trivia, laughter, and friendly competition at Chester Students’ Union! As part of Welcome Week, we’re bringing you...
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Welcome and Orientation: ID Card Collection for New Postgraduate Taught and Postgraduate Research Students
13 October 2025 9:00 am
Are you a new Postgraduate Taught or Postgraduate Research student starting in October? Once you’ve completed online enrolment and arrived on site, you’ll need...
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Welcome and Orientation: International Student In-Person Enrolment (Seaborne Library)
13 October 2025 10:00 am
International students only. Complete your in-person enrolment, and meet other students from your course and across the University. All international students need to attend...
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Welcome and Orientation: Postgraduate Research (PGR) Academic Induction
14 October 2025 9:00 am
Starting university is an exciting new chapter. Your Academic Induction is designed to help you settle in, connect with your tutors, and feel confident...
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Welcome and Orientation: Seaborne Library Tours
14 October 2025 9:00 am
Come and explore the Seaborne Library and discover the many ways it can support you and your studies. Each tour lasts 30 minutes. Tours...
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Welcome and Orientation: Seaborne Library Tours
15 October 2025 9:00 am
Come and explore the Seaborne Library and discover the many ways it can support you and your studies. Each tour lasts 30 minutes. Tours...
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Welcome and Orientation: Seaborne Library Tours
16 October 2025 9:00 am
Come and explore the Seaborne Library and discover the many ways it can support you and your studies. Each tour lasts 30 minutes. Tours...
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Welcome and Orientation: International Student In-Person Enrolment (Seaborne Library)
16 October 2025 10:00 am
International students only. Complete your in-person enrolment, and meet other students from your course and across the University. All international students need to attend...
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Welcome and Orientation: Uniwell Fair
16 October 2025 11:00 am
Drop by the UniWell Fair on 16 October in the Small Hall at Exton Park to explore support for your mental and physical health,...
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Welcome and Orientation: International Student In-Person Enrolment (Seaborne Library)
17 October 2025 10:00 am
International students only. Complete your in-person enrolment, and meet other students from your course and across the University. All international students need to attend...
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Welcome and Orientation: Money Matters Fair
17 October 2025 11:00 am
Take control of your banking and finances from the start – whether you’re new to university or just want to feel more confident managing...
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Care Experienced and Estranged Student Drop In
17 October 2025 2:00 pm
Come and meet Wendy Lavin, Student Wellbeing Adviser for Care Experienced and Estranged students. This will be an informal drop in for new students...
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Welcome and Orientation: International Student In-Person Enrolment (Queen’s Park)
22 October 2025 10:00 am
International students only. Complete your in-person enrolment, and meet other students from your course and across the University. All international students need to attend...
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Clearing Student Welcome Event – for Students that Joined us through Clearing
29 October 2025 1:00 pm
Starting university through Clearing or arriving a little later can feel like a big step — but you’re not alone. This event is designed...
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Clearing Student Welcome Event – for Students that Joined us through Clearing
5 November 2025 1:00 pm
Starting university through Clearing or arriving a little later can feel like a big step — but you’re not alone. This event is designed...