SU Regular Events

Looking for something low-pressure, welcoming, and very much at your own pace?

These events run weekly or monthly - they’re all free to attend and don’t require booking or joining (they’re part of your FREE SU membership!), so whether you’re passionate about creativity, reading, or self-improvement, looking for a chill hang or you’re just bored there’s a regular event you can count on and a community you can be part of.

No experience needed, no awkward expectations, just drop in and make it work for you.

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SU MAKES SU READS ANTI-SOCIAL & INTROVERTS CLUB HANGOUT BEST YEAR YET

su makes

No materials, tools, or experience necessary – come along and make something meaningful, make friends, make a mess, and maybe even learn a new skill!

Drop in to a session whenever you’re ready.

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SU Makes runs at least once a week. Find the next event 👇

SU Makes: Mixed Media Iron-On Patches: 18th October noon - 4pm; The Atrium; Make art for your clothes 🧵🎨

SU Makes... Decoupage Plant Pots: 20th October noon - 5pm; The Atrium; 🪴custom pots🪴

SU Makes: Finish and collect your Mini Mosaic Art: 20th October noon - 5pm; The Atrium; Take your masterpiece home!

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su reads

Welcome to SU Reads - your completely FREE low-commitment book club.

It’s the perfect spot for those who enjoy reading but don’t feel like signing up for something that demands a lot of commitment.

We meet monthly where you can: borrow our next book, discuss what we’ve read, and do a themed activity related to the book.

Everyone is welcome to join, even if you didn’t finish the book or missed a few sessions. Just tag along!

@essexsureads

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anti-social & introverts club

We’ll have a quiet night in – you can get to know other people who like the gentler side of life or keep to yourself – there’s no expectations or pressure here.

You’ll find some optional icebreakers and activities to take part in if you’d like (board games, simple things to make) – join in or don’t, no worries.

You can stay as long as you want to and leave when you’re ready.

These cosy hang-outs are monthly. Find the next meet-up 👇

Alt & About: 21st October 6pm - 8pm; SU Bar; A place for alt people by alt people

Alt & About: 28th October 6pm - 8pm; SU Bar; A place for alt people by alt people

Alt & About: 4th November 6pm - 8pm; SU Bar; A place for alt people by alt people

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hangout

Looking for a comfy spot to unwind between lectures, before class, or after a long commute? Hangout is a welcoming space for commuters - and anyone else - who needs a breather during the day.

No booking, no pressure, no expectations - just drop by when it works for you.

Find the next Hangout 👇

Anime and Manga game night (smash bros ultimate): 18th October 6pm - 9pm; 5A.118; You like to play Smash bros and anime, and manga, then come on down!!

Welcome Games Night: 20th October 5pm - 8pm; SU Bar; Let the games begin. We're ready to kick things off with a friendly (competitive, maybe?) games night at SU Bar on the 20th of October at 5pm. It's a free event so bring your brings, your pets and yourself down to SU Bar and get ready to lose!

Alt & About: 21st October 6pm - 8pm; SU Bar; A place for alt people by alt people

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best year yet

Best Year Yet is your self-made guide to help you reflect on the past year and plan the next one – a way to set new year’s resolutions that actually stick!

We believe that with guidance, support, accountability, and dedicated time and space, you can be empowered to make 2026 your Best Year Yet.

You can come to as many sessions as you want to, but you only need to come to one. The main monthly meet-ups are at the end of the month or early in the next, but there are smaller weekly sessions if you miss one.

Please arrive at the beginning of the session.

Check out this video to see a Best Year Yet session in action.

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SU MAKES...Your Best Year Yet: 22nd October 4:30pm - 6pm; The Atrium; Check in with your BYY book!

SU MAKES...Your Best Year Yet: 28th October 4:30pm - 6pm; The Atrium; Check in with your BYY book!

SU MAKES...Your Best Year Yet: 2nd November noon - 8pm; The Atrium; Check in with your BYY book!

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FAQS

Nope! All SU Regular events are drop-in. Just turn up. No booking, no pressure.

Yes, everything’s free to join (even the materials).

We try to mix up the days we so that if you have a clash and miss a session there should be another opportunity to take part soon!

No, we’ll always have something for you to do during Winter, Spring, and Summer Breaks.

Absolutely. Lots of people do and our teams make sure everyone feels welcome.

Yes please - the more the merrier.

We welcome all students at all stages if study to our events.

Definitely. These spaces are designed to be relaxed and low-key, so you can join in at your own pace.

No! Join when you can and stay for however long you like. However, Best Year Yet does require arriving at the advertised start time to get the best experience.

Not at all! Stay for as long or as little as you like.

Check the event listings in each of the sections above, or head to the What's On page.

We’d love to hear from you! Drop us an email to suengagement@essex.ac.uk. If you want to work with us, keep an eye on the Student Jobs page!

No, these events are separate from Societies so they’re open to everyone.

We’re open to talking about collabs where appropriate – email suengagement@essex.ac.uk with the details and we’ll let you know how we can support you.