Welcome Week: see the round-up

Two students browse vinyl records in the quad of Falmer House

Here we go! Whether you’re a new student or back for another year, there’s plenty to do, see and get involved with. Read on for some highlights.

Try something new

One World Sussex: international food party

Monday 23 September, 6pm to 9pm, Mandela Hall, ticketed

One World Sussex introduces an evening of tasting great international food from all around the world.


Team Sussex: Total Wipeout

Wednesday 25 September, 12 noon to 5pm, ACCA Lawns, FREE

Bounce and slide your way through this giant inflatable assault course.


Drag brunch

Thursday 26 September, 11am to 3pm, Room 76, ticketed

Expect games, delicious food and much more at this brunch hosted by the Drag Society.


Musical theatre workshop

Sunday 29 September, 2pm to 6pm, Mandela Hall, FREE

Learn a song and dance routine from The Greatest Showman with Sussex Musical Theatre Society (SMuTS).

Settle in

Library tours

Monday 23 September to Friday 27 September, 10.30am to 3.30pm

Monday 30 September to Friday 4 October, 11am to 2pm

Meet at the Information Hub, no booking required.

A chance to get an introduction to the Library and all the resources you’ll need during your time at Sussex.


Brighton foodie tour

Thursday 26 September, 2pm to 5pm, Brighton, ticketed

Explore the best that Brighton has to offer in food. There is also a foodie tour just for postgraduate students at the same time.


Houseplant sale

Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 September, 10am to 7pm, Falmer Quad

Pick up a green companion for your room.

Find some calm

Quiet zones

Monday 23 to Friday 27 September, 12 noon to 2pm, Jubilee G35 and G36, FREE

A quiet place to chill out, with crosswords, board games, Sudoku, grown-up colouring and pens provided. You’re welcome to bring your own games.


Dog walking society taster session

Friday 27 September, 12 noon to 1.30pm, ACCA Lawns, FREE

Take a stroll in Stanmer Park with the Dog Walking Society, where committee members bring dogs to campus for students to interact with.

Celebrate

Silent disco

Monday 23 September, 8pm to 2am, Falmer Bar and Room 76, ticketed

A three-channel silent disco, where you pick your favourite music to dance to!


Fireworks finale

Friday 27 September, 5pm to 11pm (fireworks at 8pm), outside Falmer House

Celebrate the end of your Welcome Week with a fireworks display at Falmer Bar with DJs and drink deals. BBQ includes veggie and vegan options.


Boundary Festival

Saturday 28 September, 12 noon to 10.30pm, Stanmer Park, ticketed

Brighton’s biggest electronic music festival returns for the fourth time to Stanmer Park, next door to campus.

More events

Check out your Welcome calendar and visit the Students’ Union Freshers’ site for full event listings.

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