Now that Freshers' Festival is over, what is next for Roehampton? (Spoiler: there's a lot!)
Can you believe it’s already been a week since Freshers’ Festival? Campus has been buzzing ever since, and it’s been great seeing so many students getting involved with all that Roehampton has to offer.
FF26 Recap:
- Freshers’ Fair saw well over 1,000 people gather at Monte Hall, the Union Bar and the courtyard. The day was all about meeting new people, discovering new opportunities, and finding your place at Roehampton. Check out our video of the day here.
- Growhampton stayed busy with various opportunities like “Meet the Chickens”, Chicken Volunteering, House Plant Sale, Harvesting and a crafty afternoon painting the Chicken house.
- Speaking of crafty, The Hive Café brought back a fan-favourite: Crafternoon – this time, to paint wine glasses (because wine-not?).
- Despite some (slightly) windy weather, we gathered on Froebel Lawn to chill out and watch “Monsters University” for our Outdoor Cinema (can’t go wrong with a Disney film, right?)
- And, of course, not forgetting the nightlife; from gliding across the River Thames in style at the Boat Party, two nights out at the legendary Circuit club in Kingston, and an epic Freshers’ Finale at The Thieves in Battersea.
There was so much happening, and we hope you enjoyed it!
So… what now?
Freshers’ Festival may be over, but the opportunities for Roehampton students have only just begun!
- Missed Freshers’ Fair? – don’t panic, you can check out all societies and join them here. Many groups have been holding taster sessions, so you can trial and see which ones suit you.
- Keep Wednesday nights free – Enjoyed your time at Circuit Kingston? Every Wednesday, you’re invited to join students from Kingston and St Mary’s universities for the best student night out. Next one: Wed 7 Oct – get tickets here.
- Get Creative – Every Thursday, come to The Hive Café for Crafternoon. There’s a different them each week and is chance to relax, chat and get arty. Book your free spaces here.
- Be a Volunteer – Loved getting to know the chickens? Fancy trying some more gardening? Or maybe you missed the first sessions and want in next time? Check out all Growhampton events here or email them at growhampton@roehampton.ac.uk
- Market Day - We have a brand new monthy event held in Digby Square. Come and enjoy a diverse range of tasty street food from around the world. The first food market was held on Tue 29 Sep and was a big success, so stay tuned for the next!
There is even more where that came from too!
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