You\u2019ve waved goodbye to your friends and family and you\u2019ve finally arrived at university. Now, it\u2019s time to relax, enjoy yourself and have some fun. And with so much going on during Fresher\u2019s week (or fortnight for some), we guarantee you won\u2019t be disappointed. Below are just some of the things you can expect to see and do during Fresher\u2019s week\u2026<\/p>\n
It kind of goes without saying, but one thing you\u2019ll definitely do during your first few weeks as a student is go to your university. There are certain things you\u2019ll be required to do as part of the enrollment process such as register with your academic school where you\u2019ll collect timetables and additional information about your course. You\u2019ll also need to collect your student ID card. This will give you access to university buildings, libraries and for some, so you can electronically register your attendance at lectures. And of course, it can be used for obtaining student discounts. Some universities also offer optional things such as campus tours, additional information for international students and drop-in sessions.<\/p>\n
If there\u2019s one thing everyone loves, it\u2019s a freebie. And as a student, you won\u2019t be short of a free thing or two. Head to your university\u2019s Fresher\u2019s Fair and you\u2019re sure to come away with bags full of goodies. Everything from food and drink to toiletries and stationary \u2013 as well as some other cool and random items. But that\u2019s not all, quite often during Fresher\u2019s week, local shops, restaurants, bars, coffee shops and the like will be out and about on the streets near the universities handing out free samples, vouchers and more!<\/p>\n
With so many clubs and societies available to join, being a student gives you the opportunity to explore new activities and interests. From baking to video gaming, or debating to dancing, and whether it\u2019s something you\u2019ve been doing for years, or something you\u2019ve never tried before, now is the perfect time to sign up and give it a go. Even if you join and decide you don\u2019t like it, at least you can say you\u2019ve tried it, right?<\/p>\n
One thing you can expect to see a lot of during Fresher\u2019s week is fancy dress costumes. Whether it\u2019s staff at the student\u2019s union dressing up to lighten the mood and welcome you in, brand advocates in crazy outfits handing out freebies, or random famous characters around the streets to snap a selfie with, you\u2019re sure to see it all. Oh, and not forgetting the countless fancy dress outfits you\u2019ll see yourself and other students dressed up in for the organised themed nights at the student\u2019s union and local night time venues.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ve just moved into your student accommodation, it\u2019s time to meet your fellow residents. For some, you might be lucky enough to already know someone you\u2019re living with. But for most new students, you won\u2019t know anyone. But fear not, Fresher\u2019s week is the best time to get to know new people. Attend the organised welcome events that your hall puts on, mingle in the shared social spaces and even knock on the door of the rooms in your corridor to say hello and introduce yourself. Everyone is in the same boat so a friendly face will be welcome.<\/p>\n
Even though Fresher\u2019s week isn\u2019t all about drinking, there\u2019s no doubt that some of you will enjoy a few drinks as you head out to the many student nights and to break the ice with your new friends. Unfortunately, after drinking and dancing the night away, you may well suffer the consequences the following day with a hangover. If you are drinking, you should always drink responsibly. Also make sure you drink plenty of water so you remain hydrated; and don’t forget to fill up on some food.<\/p>\n
No matter what you end up doing during your Fresher\u2019s week, just remember to have fun!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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