Here’s the low down on everything happening over the Fresher’s period in Chelmsford!
12th September
Join us in our SU space, 92, for some snacks and drinks - non-alcoholic drinks also! Meet some new people and have a chill out.
13th September
Come on down Tindal to meet up with your Executive Officer Team and meet some of the ARU Students’ Union staff who have made the magic of Freshers possible! If you have any questions, this is a great opportunity to ask away, whether it’s about upcoming events, societies, volunteering, or something else – we’re happy to help. We can’t wait to meet you!
Everything kicks off on the 13th with the Welcome Quiz. Although aimed at international students, all students are welcome to come share their knowledge of the world and enjoy some drinks from The Academy.
Meet us at the ARU Students’ Union space in Tindal, and we’ll be your guides for a campus tour! We’ll show you all the key spots and where the action happens. But if there’s anything you particularly want to see, just let us know and we’ll show you it.
14th September
If you couldn’t make the one the previous day, we’re running another one today!
Meet us back at Tindal after the Campus Tour for a tour of Chelmsford! We’ll show you the best places to shop, eat, and relax. And if there’s anywhere you really want to see, we’ll make sure we include it on our tour.
15th September
This is the official launch party for ARU Freshers 2018. We are so excited to welcome all you new students, and what better way to do that than throw a massive party at 92 with some cheap drinks and secret goodies?
This is a great chance to meet your SU team! Have a drink with us, and meet some new friends.
16th September
Come down to 92 to prove whether you can take a free-kick like Ronaldo, or strum a solo like Jimi Hendrix!
17th September
Want to make a difference? Join the other 2300 student volunteers at ARU who are helping their local communities and building skills that make them stand out from the crowd.
We’re running another tour of the campus today if you missed the others.
Come on down to Tindal to have a coffee and get to know the other students.
Bring your housemates and your thinking caps and see if you’ve got what it takes to win free beer for an entire year.
18th September
If you couldn’t make the one the other day, we’re running another one today!
Meet us back at Tindal after the Campus Tour for a tour of Chelmsford! We’ll show you the best places to shop, eat, and relax. And if there’s anywhere you really want to see, we’ll make sure we include it on our tour.
Pop into ARU Students’ Union to meet your lovely and friendly Volunteer Centre staff and other student volunteers. Find out about volunteering opportunities you could be a part of!
No no, this isn’t like bingo your aunt plays. This is Freshers bingo! And that means cheap drinks, and a party atmosphere!
Are you a mature student looking to make friends with other mature students? Then this is the event for you!
19th September
This is the biggest event of the whole week! Make sure to check it out. We’ll have loads of freebies and discounts that you won’t want to miss. Come down and find out about all the societies on offer, and see what’s going on.
Fancy a tour of Freshers Fair before it starts? Join our lovely Officer team for a guided tour in a small, quieter group to have a look round before it all begins.
Meet us at 92 for the first Parasoc social event of the year! Parasoc members get a free shot!
Every Wednesday is wing-tastic at 92. Come down, grab a beer, and take advantage of the amazing wing deals.
Wildlife has arrived to Evoke. Every Wednesday, Evoke will bring the ultimate student experience and the best parties.
20th September
Pop into ARU Students’ Union to meet your lovely and friendly Volunteer Centre staff and other student volunteers. Find out about volunteering opportunities you could be a part of!
If you couldn’t make the one the other day, we’re running another one today!
Join us for a refined British tea party in Tindal to meet new people.
Kicking off Thursday Night Flicks is Mean Girls and Kingman: The Secret Service. Come down to 92 for free to watch these classics!
Give Cheerleading a go with this taster session. No experience necessary as there will be a professional coach there to help if you need it.
21st September
Pop into ARU Students’ Union to meet your lovely and friendly Volunteer Centre staff and other student volunteers. Find out about volunteering opportunities you could be a part of!
If you couldn’t make the one the other day, we’re running another one today!
Thank 92 it’s Friday is hosting a Freshers special – The Exchange. Like to get the best deals? Then this is the event for you. Play the market stock prices to get the best deals on your drinks.
Get involved in this free, creative event to make some goodies to decorate your student digs with.
22nd September
Evoke are hosting the Freshers Foam Party! Grab your bikini or speedos… it’s going to get messy on the last night of Freshers Week!