Welcome Activities
September 2024
This year we have a range of selected activities for you to get settled into university life.
Students’ Union activities
From the day you enrol, the Students Union will be there to welcome you with some exciting entertainment, including a board game café, an ABBA! night, Afrobeat and Reggaeton, Silent Disco, and more. You can even visit a petting zoo! Plus, our friendly Students’ Union officers and staff will be there to show you all the best spots on campus. You’ll also get a sneak peek of what’s to come at our Welcome Fair with society and sports groups on hand to give you a taste of the fun ahead!
To find out more, visit the Students’ Union website to see all their 2024 welcome activities.
Wristband price: £12.00: includes entry to finale festival and any 2 of the £4 events – selected at time of purchase.
UON Activities
During Welcome Weekend and Welcome Week, you’ll have the chance to meet other new students, learn about the great resources and support available to you, and explore Northampton and the local area.
These events are here to help you feel informed, comfortable, and ready as you start your studies at UON. Plus, they’re a fun way to begin making new friends and connections. The full schedule is below.
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Student Life Events at the Waterside Bar
These events happen weekly at the Waterside Bar and Restaurant. See the prizes and set events below.
Monday 28 October 2024
Quiz
- Time: 7pm
- Location: Waterside Bar and Restaurant
- Cost: £2 per person
- Prize: Money
Tuesday 29 October 2024
Karaoke
Step into the spotlight and sing your heart out! Join us for a fun-filled Karaoke Night! It’s a great opportunity to share your versions of your favourite songs with your fellow students.
- Time: 7pm
- Location: Waterside Bar and Restaurant
- Cost: Free
- Prize: The best performance will win a free meal at the Waterside Bar
Wednesday 30 October 2024
Music Bingo
- Time: 7pm
- Location: Waterside Bar and Restaurant
- Prize: Handset / Air Pods
Thursday 31 October 2024
Halloween
- Time: 7pm
- Location: Waterside Bar and Restaurant
- Cost: Free