Lancaster Campus
Non-Academic Welcome Week Events
Welcome!
We’re delighted to welcome you to the University of Cumbria’s Lancaster campus, your new home in one of the UK’s most historic and vibrant cities. Welcome Week is all about helping you settle in, connect with your tutors and fellow students, and discover everything our campus and community have to offer.
From course introductions to exciting social events like the UCSU Welcome Fair, movie nights, there’s something for everyone. Whether you're joining us for Nursing, Education, Business, or another inspiring programme, this week is designed to help you feel confident, connected, and ready to begin your university journey.
Make sure to get involved, your adventure starts here!
SATURDAY 13th SEPTEMBER
* 9:00am - 5:00pm - International Induction and Registration - Learning Gateway Building/SB110.
SUNDAY 14th SEPTEMBER
* 9:00am - 6:00pm - Check in Sunday (Accommodation)
* 9:00am - 3:00pm - Students’ Union (UCSU) - Hey, Hi, Hello! - Tea, Coffee & Cake (Free Event). Located at Waddell Hall
* 5:00pm - 6:00pm - Compulsory Welcome Talk (Accommodation Only). Located at Sentamu Lecture Theatre
* 6:30pm - 8:30pm - Students' Union (UCSU) - Burger Night (Free Event) - The View
* 8:30pm - 11:00pm - Students' Union (UCSU) - Beanbag Movie Night (Free Event) - Lecture Theatre
MONDAY 15th SEPTEMBER
* 8:30am - 10:00am - Students' Union (UCSU) Breakfast On Us (Free Event) - The Learning Gateway Building
* 9:15am - 12:30pm - Face to Face Registration
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Library. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team.
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm & 3:00pm - 5:00pm - International Student Drop In - Student Enquiry Point Desk - The Library
* 4:00pm - Introduction to Student Services Webinar - Online
TUESDAY 16th SEPTEMBER
* 11:00am - 12:00pm - Counselling Registration (PgD/MA Only) - SB213
* 11:00am - 1:00pm - Games & Nibbles (Free Event) - The Learning Gateway Building
* 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Money Advice Drop In - - Student Enquiry Point Desk - The Library
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Library. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team.
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm & 3:00pm - 5:00pm - International Student Drop In - Student Enquiry Point Desk - The Library
* 7:00pm - 8:00pm - Disability Services Webinar - Find out what support is available. - Online
WEDNESDAY 17th SEPTEMBER
* 11:00am - 12:00pm - Disability Services Drop In - Student Enquiry Point Desk - The Library
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Library. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team.
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm & 3:00pm - 5:00pm - International Student Drop In - Student Enquiry Point Desk - The Library
* 3:00pm - Money Advice Webinar - Speak to an Advisor - Online
* 6:00pm - 11:30pm - Students' Union (UCSU) Pizza Night (Free Event) - The Learning Gateway Building
* 8:30pm - 11:30pm - Societies Night Out - Campus/City Centre
THURSDAY 18th SEPTEMBER
* 11:00am - 2:30pm - Students' Union (UCSU) Welcome Fair - The Learning Gateway/Chapel
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm & 3:00pm - 5:00pm - International Student Drop In - Student Enquiry Point Desk - The Library
* 15:30pm - 5:00pm - Students' Union (UCSU) Run, Sprint, Chaos Colour Run (Free Event) - Campus
FRIDAY 19th SEPTEMBER
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Library. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team.
* 2:00pm - Introduction to Student Services Webinar - Online