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RUGBY WORLD CUP - France 2023
8th September - 29th October
SU Bar
The stage is set for the biggest talents in the men's game...............
Mini FED
27th September
Sub Zero
You're back - and so are we!
Club Zero Year Pass - SOLD OUT
30th September - 1st July
Sub Zero
Unlimited access to Sub Zero events for the whole year, plus a load of extra bonuses? Sign me up! Available to previous pass holders only.
Freshers Pass (SOLD OUT)
30th September - 15th October
Sub Zero
Get access to all 16 Freshers Fortnight events for £35!! Saving you over £100 on door entry...
SU Makes: Design A Mug & Coaster
30th September
The Atrium
2:00pm - 6:00pm | Keep your housemates hands off your mug!
SU Tours
30th September
Meet at Square 3
3pm|Join a Student Leader for a campus tour!
SU Tours
30th September
Meet at Square 3
4pm| Join a Student Leader for a campus tour!
SU Tours -Bar Edition
30th September
Meet at Square 3
6pm| Want to know the best place to get a drink and relax? Join a Student Leader for a campus tour!
Board Games Night
30th September
The Atruim
7pm| Join us for an evening of board games
International Beach Party
30th September
Sub Zero
WELCOME TO SUB ZERO! Your first night starts here! Get your Hawaiian shirts and sunglasses on
SU Makes: Design A Mug & Coaster
1st October
The Atrium
11:00am - 2:30pm | Keep housemates hands off your mug!
SU Tours - International
1st October
Meet at Square 3
11 am|Join VP International and other international students for a campus tour!
SU Tours
1st October
Meet at Square 3
1pm| Join a Student Leader for a campus tour!
SU Tours
1st October
Meet at Square 3
2pm| Join Student Leaders, where they will show you around campus
SU Tours: I'm lost - help me find places to study
1st October
Meet at Square 3
Join the Student Leaders on a tour where you will get to know where is best to study and where to go for help
Board Games & Video Games Night
1st October
The Atruim
Join us for an evening of board games and Video Games
SU Tours: Bar Edition
1st October
Meet at Square 3
5pm| Want to know the best place to get a drink and relax? Join a Student Leader for a campus tour!
Nigerian Independence Day Celebration!
1st October
LTB7
Celebrate Nigeria's Independence Day in style with our vibrant and lively Society! All are welcome! Join us for an unforgettable evening of culture, unity, and patriotism as with Delicious Nigerian Cuisine, Entertainment and Prizes and Giveaways.
UV Moving In Party
1st October
Sub Zero
The wildest Freshers Fortnight moving in party to date! The sell out event for 6 years running! You do not want to miss out on this one!
Christian Union Freshers Week
2nd-7th October
Varied - See our other events for details!
We'll be hosting events all week to welcome new Freshers to campus and to CU. Check the timetable on our Insta when it's up!
Men's Football Club 2023 Team Trials
2nd-5th October
Pitch 4, University of Essex Grass Fields
The official Essex Blades Men's Football 2023-24 team trials. You will need to book on to attend this event.
SU Makes: Clay dishes & Bracelet making
2nd October
The Atrium
11:00am - 3:30pm |Say yes to mess!
SU Tours
2nd October
Meet at Square 3
Join the Student Leaders on a campus tour
The Great SU Taste Off
2nd October
Square 3
1:00pm - 5:00pm | Come and put your taste buds to the test!
Barbie Mixer
2nd October
TCI.11
"I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world" Yes that's right get your pink and glitter on. The Feminist Society will be hosting a Barbie mixer, which will involve fun and education and a chance to meet new people. The dress code will be pink.
Christian Union Pizza and Games Night
2nd October
5S.4.19 - Or you can meet us in Square 4 and we'll take you there!
Join us for a chilled night of Games and Pizza
Grand Turismo
2nd October
Cine10
Head to Cine10 - your Student Union run cinema!
Club in a Pub
2nd October
SU Bar
Join us in the bar for the night it turns into a Club. UV, Club Music and everything else in between. A night not to be missed
American Frat Party
2nd October
Sub Zero
We are turning Sub Zero into a CRAZY HOUSE PARTY! A HUGE Project X inspired Freshers party with loads of cool House Party Games & Challenges!
SU Makes: To Do Boards
3rd October
The Atrium
11:00am - 3:30pm | Get organized for the new year
Squad Games
3rd October
Sports pitches
2:00pm - 5:00pm | Want to join the game? It’s child’s play.
SU Tours
3rd October
Meet at Square 3
Join a Student Leader for a campus tour!
Christian Union Vision Night and Wide Game
3rd October
Meet us in Square 3 at 19:00
Get a taste of CU life. We'll explain the vision of CU, have some worship, and then play a Wide Game afterwards!
Drag night with Ruby violet
3rd October
SU Bar
Drag Night has arrived at SU Bar we've enlisted the help of our favourite drag queen Ruby Violet.
Toxic ft. Kenny Allstar!
3rd October
Sub Zero
Mini Golf
4th October
Outside Silberrad student centre
11am-5pm | Join the SU Open!
SU Makes: Badges & Bracelet making
4th October
The Atrium
11:00am-3:30pm | Make a statement or wearable art
A Creative Welcome to Uni
4th October
Tony Rich Teaching Center
Have a cup of tea and chat about what to expect when starting university. Paint canvases to decorate your new room and get tips and tricks from students from different years!
SU Tours - International
4th October
Meet at Square 3
Join Student Leaders, where they will show you around campus
International Welcome Mixer
4th October
Ivor Crew Lecture Theatre A
6:00pm - 8:00pm | Come and meet some of the fellow students that belong to the same community as you
Christian Union International Snack Night
4th October
Meet us in Square 2 at 19:00
Come and try snacks from around the world, as well as thinking about our different cultures.
Oppenheimer
4th October
Cine10
Head to Cine10 - your student run cinema!
International Mixer After Party
4th October
SU Bar
Come down to the SU bar and Party the night away with our resident DJ playing the biggest tunes from around the globe all night
Paint Party
4th October
Sub Zero
The return of the messiest night on campus! Have you been to a Sub Z Paint Party yet? This one is not to be missed...
SU Makes: Embroidery Hoops & Bracelet making
5th October
The Atrium
11:00am - 3:30pm | We promise it’s easy!
Christian Union Picnic and Sports / Crafts
5th October
Meet us at Square 5 at 12:00
Bring a picnic to eat with us, and then either play some sports or make something cool!
📢 Join Us for an Exciting Debate Event during the Welcome Week! 🗣️🎙️
5th October
TC 1.11
"Unleash Your Voice, Sharpen Your Wit: Join the Essex Logic Debate Society for a Spirited Welcome!"
SU Tours
5th October
Meet at Square 3
Join a Student Leader for a campus tour!
🌟 Welcome to TEDx Society's Kickoff Event! 🌟
5th October
TC 1.11
"Fueling Change Through Ideas. Join us for TEDx Society – where inspiration meets innovation, and your voice shapes the future."
BINGLOW!
5th October
Sub Zero
Multiple time slots: 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:00pm | Bingo gets the ultimate glow up!
SU Tours
5th October
Meet at Square 3
Join the Student Leaders on a tour where you will get to know where is best to study and where to go for help
Politics Mixer by the Lakes Politics Mixer by the Lakes
5th October
BBQ Area, The Lakes
3-5pm | Join us for the Politics Mixer by the Lakes – a great opportunity to mix with other political-minded students as we start the new academic year.
Asian Students Mixer
5th October
The Atrium
6pm -8pm | Come and meet some of the students that belong to the same community as you
Christian Union Quiz Night
5th October
5S.4.19 - Or you can meet us in Square 4 and we'll take you there!
A chilled Quiz evening - bring a team, or come and find other Freshers and make one here!
Bad Habits
5th October
SU Bar
Indie music fan? This night is for you. We’ll be playing the best indie tunes all night long in SU Bar.
Latin American Society Mixer
5th October
Square 3
International Night - Reggaeton/Desi
5th October
Sub Zero
A Night dedicated to all the International Students! The ultimate night for all our Reggaetón and Desi lovers across Sub Zero and The In-Between
Fresher's Fair Afterparty
6th October
SU Bar
After busy Fresher's Fair it's time to relax a bit! Come and chill out with us on our first event this academic term!
Christian Union Fresher's Fair
6th October
Squares - All Day
Come and say Hi to us at Fresher's Fair!
Freshers Fair
6th October
Squares 2-5
Your one-stop destination to discover everything about sports & societies, volunteering, Rebel, and Communities!
Barbie
6th October
Cine10
Head to cine10 - your on campus student nightclub!
Campus Karaoke
6th October
SU Bar
Sing your heart out in the SU Bar!
FRESHTIVAL Ft. Majestic, Prinz & Stephani B
6th October
Our Biggest Freshers Event Yet! 3 venues. 3 resident DJs. 3 acts!
Christian Union Wivenhoe Trail Walk
7th October
Meet at Square 3 at 14:00
A relaxed afternoon walk along the Wivenhoe Trail
SU Makes: Cosy crochet workshop
7th October
The Atrium
3pm-7pm | An SU Makes x CraftSoc collaboration!
The Half Time Party Ft. Vikkstar!
7th October
Sub Zero
It's the mid fortnight party, and we're not slowing down any time soon!
Su Makes Family Mixer
8th October
The Atrium
2:00pm - 4:00pm | Meet other Parents & Carers
Literature Society logo Literature Society Welcome Mixer
8th October
Top Bar
Come hang out with us for a few hours. Meet the new execs, sign up for our events this term, and meet everyone else who's joining us this year!
The Rollover Quiz
8th October
SU Bar
Get in on the action! If there are no winners, the prize pot rolls over to the next week!
Quids In!
8th October
Sub Zero
The cost of living is hard and we like to party! So we're making it as cheap as possible with a £1 party!
SU Makes: Collect & paint your clay dishes
9th October
The Atrium
11:00am - 3:30pm | Decorate what you created!
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
9th October
NTC. 1.04
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
PGR Mixer
9th October
Top Bar
4:00pm - 6:00pm | Come and meet some of your fellow students that belong to the same community as you.
Women's Mixer
9th October
The Atrium
5:00pm - 8:00 pm | Join Mariah your Women's Officer for the first Women's Network event of the year.
Introductory Event to Amnesty
9th October
LTB 1
Come to our Welcome to Amnesty Event! Games, Kahoot and human rights are to be expected!
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3
9th October
Cine10
Head to cine10 - your student run cinema!
Mini Milk It
9th October
SU Bar
From Abba to Busted, come down to the SU Bar for the cheesiest night on campus with all of your favourite pop hits From the 80's on wards. Karaoke all night until Sub Zero opens, where the party continues!
WiSTEM x Mega Milk It
9th October
SU Bar / Sub zero
Come join us for pres and a cheeky little sub night where we dance the night away to cheesy music. The dress code is to wear the colors of your element of STEM!
Mega Milk It
9th October
Sub Zero
The cheesiest night on campus is back! Show us your crazy dancing to the best sing-along songs there are!
SU Advice: Tea & Talk
10th October
Looking for support? Pop by and speak to a member of our caring SU Advice Team and get free, confidential and impartial advice on a number of issues.
SU Makes: Make your own fidget
10th October
The Atrium
11:00am - 3:30pm | Keep your hands busy… now and always
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
10th October
NTC 1.06
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (Online)
10th October
Join Zoom Meeting https://essex-university.zoom.us/j/94324458126
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
LGBTQ+ Community Mixer
10th October
The Atrium
5:00pm - 8:00pm | Come and meet some of the students that belong to the same community as you
Christian Union Church Fair
10th October
TBC
Looking to find a local church? Come along to chat to 7 local churches and find out more about them!
Open Mic Night
10th October
SU Bar
Join us, sit back and relax with a beer as we discover just how much talent Essex University has!!
Toxic Tuesdays Ft. DJ Larni
10th October
Sub Zero
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
11th October
NTC 1.02
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (Online)
11th October
Join Zoom Meeting https://essex-university.zoom.us/j/94324458126
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Contemporary Squad Audition
11th October
Activity Studio 2
Audition for contemporary competition squad
Students with disabilities mixer
11th October
LTB 4
3:00pm - 5:00pm | Come and meet some of the students that belong to the same community as you
Anti social & Introverts social club
11th October
The Atrium
6pm - 8pm | Get together with like-minded friends
feminist Introductory meeting
11th October
LTB3
Come along to our first meeting where we will discuss feminist history and discover the different topics that we will be covering this year. Also if you have any suggestions please bring them along with you! can't wait to see you then
PGT Mixer
11th October
Top Bar
6:00pm - 8:00pm | Come and meet some of the students that belong to the same community as you.
Blue Beetle
11th October
Cine10
Head to Cine10 - your student run cinema!
Blades loyalty card launch party
11th October
SU Bar
Member of the Blades? Then come and grab your loyalty card!
Red and Black Blades Ball
11th October
Sub Zero
Grab your new Blades team and head to Sub Zero's legacy night! The Red + Black Blades Ball is back for another year...
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
12th October
NTC 1.02
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (Online)
12th October
Join Zoom Meeting https://essex-university.zoom.us/j/94324458126
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
WiSTEM Freshers 'Picnic'
12th October
Our indoor 'picnic' is a relaxed gathering to meet some new people! We'll provide snacks and drinks but feel free to bring your own as well.
Music Bingo
12th October
SU Bar
Dab the night away at Music Bingo
Freshers UV Neon Rave Ft. Goddard.
12th October
Sub Zero
Sub Z is ready for the biggest D&B night of Freshers. Are you?
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
13th October
NTC 2.01
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (Online)
13th October
Join Zoom Meeting https://essex-university.zoom.us/j/94324458126
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Trans Community Mixer
13th October
Location Confirmed by Email
5:00pm - 7:00pm | Come and meet some of the students that belong to the same community as you
Introduction Event
13th October
Come to our welcome event! Meet the exec team and new members, and hear about our upcoming events!
The Equalizer 3
13th October
Cine10
Head to Cine10 - your student run cinema!
XCLUSIVE Launch!
13th October
Sub Zero
The boujiest night of the week!
SU Makes: Embroidered Tote Bags
14th October
The Atrium
2pm-5.30pm | Decorate a bag with embroidery
Italian Society Takeover!
14th October
SU Bar
Join the Italian Society as we take over the SU Bar!
THE PENULTIMATE PARTY Ft. Conor Maynard!
14th October
Sub Zero
It's the final Saturday of Freshers, and we have the act for you!
Ballet Squad Audition
15th October
Activity Studio 2
Audition for Ballet competition team
Jazz Squad Audition
15th October
Activity Studio 2
Audition for Jazz competition team
Street Squad Audition
15th October
Activity Studio 2
Audition for Street competition team
Commercial Squad Audition
15th October
Activity Studio 2
Audition for Commercial competition team
Game's Night
15th October - 17th December
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Pound Party - Freshers Closing Party
15th October
Sub Zero
The cheapest night on campus is back to close Freshers Fortnight! The inflation-busting POUND Party is back! The Freddo's are shaking right now! Pre-Drinks need not apply!
Student Rep Training (Online)
16th October
Join Zoom Meeting https://essex-university.zoom.us/j/94324458126
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
16th October
TBC
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (Online)
17th October
Join Zoom Meeting https://essex-university.zoom.us/j/94324458126
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
17th October
TBC
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Christian Union Main Meeting
17th October
TBC
Come and join our Main Meeting, where we gather together to Study the Bible, sing Worship to God, and Pray together. All welcome!
Student Rep Training (Online)
18th October
Zoom
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
18th October
TBC
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (Online)
19th October
Zoom
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
19th October
TBC
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (Online)
20th October
Zoom
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Student Rep Training (In-Person) Colchester
20th October
TBC
Sign up to be a student rep training session and learn the skills you need to be a successful course rep (looks great on your CV too!)
Game's Night
22nd October - 24th December
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
The Little Mermaid FREE SCREENING!
23rd October
Cine10
Head to Cine10 - your student run cinema!
Pumpkin Carving + Networking
24th October
Get ready for the spooky season with us. Carve a pumpkin and meet new people!
Christian Union Main Meeting
24th October
TBC
Come and join our Main Meeting, where we gather together to Study the Bible, sing Worship to God, and Pray together. All welcome!
Talk To Me
27th October
Cine10
Head to Cine10 - your student run cinema!
Game's Night
29th October - 31st December
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Halloween Costume Party!
30th October
Dress up in your Halloween best, make glow-in-the-dark slime, and have a couple of drinks! There will be prizes for best dressed, bring your friends and yourself for a fun, themed evening!
The Nun 2
30th October
Cine10
Head to Cine10 - your student run cinema!
Christian Union Main Meeting
31st October
TBC
Come and join our Main Meeting, where we gather together to Study the Bible, sing Worship to God, and Pray together. All welcome!
The Blackening
1st November
Cine10
Head to Cine10 - your student run cinema!
Game's Night
5th November - 7th January
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Christian Union Main Meeting
7th November
TBC
Come and join our Main Meeting, where we gather together to Study the Bible, sing Worship to God, and Pray together. All welcome!
Independence Day Pool Night
11th November
SU Bar
Game's Night
12th November - 14th January
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Christian Union Main Meeting
14th November
TBC
Come and join our Main Meeting, where we gather together to Study the Bible, sing Worship to God, and Pray together. All welcome!
Game's Night
19th November - 21st January
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Christian Union Main Meeting
21st November
TBC
Come and join our Main Meeting, where we gather together to Study the Bible, sing Worship to God, and Pray together. All welcome!
Game's Night
26th November - 28th January
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Christian Union Main Meeting
28th November
TBC
Come and join our Main Meeting, where we gather together to Study the Bible, sing Worship to God, and Pray together. All welcome!
Andrzejki Celebration
30th November
Top Bar
Game's Night
3rd December - 4th February
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Christian Union Main Meeting
5th December
TBC
Come and join our Main Meeting, where we gather together to Study the Bible, sing Worship to God, and Pray together. All welcome!
Mikołajki Movie Marathon
6th December
Room 6.101
Game's Night
10th December - 11th February
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Christmas Pantomime - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
13th-15th December
Lakeside Theatre
The next TAS annual pantomime is...Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. If you are interested in coming along, or joining the cast/production team, then head to our socials for more information coming soon.
Game's Night
17th December - 18th February
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!
Game's Night
24th December - 25th February
S.4.19
Come join us on Sunday evening to play board games, switch games - sometimes even Wii games - and have some fun!

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