Welcome to Leicester
Welcome events
Welcome events
Join us for a spectacular line-up of events and activities to help you get settled in, get involved and, most importantly, have fun.
From our social events and a whole host of talks to bring you up to speed, start your university journey and find out what student life at Leicester is all about.
Welcome events
Tuesday 17 November
Copilot for Life: Interests and clubs
By the end of the session, you’ll be able to: pick societies and sports that fit you, try something completely new, and balance clubs with your studies.
Microsoft colleagues will be also be available in the Career Hub from 12.00 – 3.00pm for drop-in conversations. Please note, there will be no sessions at Brookfield on this date.
Time: 11.00am-11.45am
Location: Careers Hub, David Wilson Library
Money Matters: Can you spot a scam? Escape room edition!
Put your detective skills to the test in our interactive fraud and scams challenge in the Global Lounge.
Work your way through five activity stations, investigate suspicious messages and scenarios, and see if you can uncover the clues to crack the final puzzle. Complete all five challenges to claim a freebie and a chance to win a University of Leicester hoodie!
There’ll also be an opportunity to chat to support services and find out more about how to identify, avoid and report scams.
Time: 12.00pm-2.00pm
Location: Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (ground floor)
Global Lounge Help Hub
Have a question, need some support, or want to find out what's happening on campus?
Drop into the Global Lounge Help Hub and meet the International Student Experience team. We're here to offer advice, answer questions and signpost you to the right support and opportunities. You can also learn more about upcoming Global Lounge events, volunteering opportunities and ways to get involved in our global community.
Time: 12.00pm-2.00pm
Location: Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (ground floor)
No booking required
Let’s Do Leicester Board Games
Meet new people, play some board games, and enjoy a bit of friendly competition!
Time: 12.00pm-2.00pm
Location: Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (ground floor)
No booking required
Wednesday 18 November
Welcome on Wednesday
Come along for free pizza, games, conversation and a chance to make new friends in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All students are welcome, regardless of faith background or belief.
Time: 1.00pm – 2.00pm
Location: The Chaplaincy, University Road (opposite Mayor's Walk)
No booking needed
Distance learner Copilot for Life: Budgeting
By the end of the session, you’ll be able to:
- Build a termly budget you can actually stick to
- Choose the right student bank account
- Claim your council tax exemption with confidence
Time: 6.00pm – 6.45pm
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Thursday 19 November
Global Lounge Help Hub
Have a question, need some support, or want to find out what's happening on campus?
Drop into the Global Lounge Help Hub and meet the International Student Experience team. We're here to offer advice, answer questions and signpost you to the right support and opportunities. You can also learn more about upcoming Global Lounge events, volunteering opportunities and ways to get involved in our global community.
Time: 12.00pm-2.00pm
Location: Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (ground floor)
No booking required
Let’s Do Leicester Board Games
Meet new people, play some board games, and enjoy a bit of friendly competition!
Time: 12.00pm-2.00pm
Location: Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (ground floor)
No booking required
Inclusion and Disability Support Drop-in
Learn about the University's culture of inclusion through an interactive Kahoot quiz - updating you on how to declare a disability and where to access support. Talk through any questions you might have with an Adviser from Accessable.
Time: 12.00pm-2.00pm
Location: Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (ground floor)
No booking required
PGR November Lunch
Whether you are new to Leicester or well into your research journey, this is a chance to meet other postgraduate researchers, share experiences, and build new connections in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Time: 12.00pm-1.00pm
Location: The Chaplaincy, University Road, (opposite Mayor’s Walk)
For more information, contact Ros on [email protected].
Tuesday 24 November
Copilot for Life: Your learning style
By the end of the session, you’ll be able to: understand how you learn best, build a study plan that works for you, and use Copilot to study smarter and fairly.
Microsoft colleagues will be also be available in the Career Hub from 12.00 – 3.00pm for drop-in conversations. Please note, there will be no sessions at Brookfield on this date.
Time: 11.00am-11.45am
Location: Careers Hub, David Wilson Library
Inclusion and Disability Support Drop-in
Learn about the University's culture of inclusion through an interactive Kahoot quiz - updating you on how to declare a disability and where to access support. Talk through any questions you might have with an Adviser from Accessable.
Time: 12.00pm-2.00pm
Location: Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (ground floor)
No booking required
Wednesday 25 November
Let’s Do Leicester Arts and Crafts
Join us in the Global Lounge for a creative craft session. All students are welcome to have a go at some arts and crafts while enjoying tea, coffee and snacks. A relaxed way to meet new people, have fun, and make something to decorate your room!
Time: 12.00pm – 2.00pm
Location: Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (ground floor)
Welcome on Wednesday
Come along for free pizza, games, conversation and a chance to make new friends in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All students are welcome, regardless of faith background or belief.
Time: 1.00pm – 2.00pm
Location: The Chaplaincy, University Road (opposite Mayor's Walk)
No booking needed
Distance learner Copilot for Life: Cooking
By the end of the session, you’ll be able to:
- Plan a week of cheap, tasty meals
- Cook a few confident basics and comfort foods
- Use Copilot to adapt recipes to whatever’s in your cupboard
Time: 1.00pm – 1.45pm
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Distance learner Copilot for Life: Confidence and small talk
By the end of the session, you’ll be able to:
- Start conversations with confidence
- Know where to turn when things feel tough
- Feel more settled in a new city
Time: 6.00pm – 6.45pm
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Wednesday 2 December
Welcome on Wednesday
Come along for free pizza, games, conversation and a chance to make new friends in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All students are welcome, regardless of faith background or belief.
Time: 1.00pm – 2.00pm
Location: The Chaplaincy, University Road (opposite Mayor's Walk)
No booking needed
