EUSA Freshers' Week 2015 What's On Guide

12-19 SEP 2015 | eusa.ed.ac.uk/freshers

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Due to the limited number of spaces on our See the City tours you will need a ticket - which are not available to book before the day of the tour. You need to collect a ticket in advance ON THE DAY of the tour from Baristo Box Office.

All See the City trips are FREE TO WRISTBAND HOLDERS but you will still need to pick up a ticket. If you do not have a Freshers’ wristband, some tours can cost £5.

See the City tour tickets are limited to one per person for each tour.

YOU ARE ONLY ABLE TO PICK UP TICKETS ON THE DAY OF YOUR TOUR.

Tickets will be available from 9.00am from Baristo Box Office at Potterrow.

T O U R SSEE THE CITY

Freshers’ Week is an amazing opportunity for you to meet lots of exciting new people, to explore our fantastic campus, and to have fun at a variety of events, from partying at the Freshers’ Ball to discovering the society for you at the Activities Fair.

University offers the opportunity to broaden your horizons, to try out new things and to ask as many questions as you can. There are so many great things going on this week and this guide will help you to work out where you want to be and when.

I’m one of your four full-time student officers, and my job is to oversee the events, shops and bars that EUSA provides, as well as make sure that sustainability is central to our services. I will be all over campus this Freshers’ Week, so make sure you come and say hi! You can also contact me throughout the year by email ([email protected]), Twitter (@eusavps) or Facebook (Urte Macikene EUSA VPS), or visit me in the EUSA office in Potterrow.

EUSA has provided you with an unforgettable week, jam-packed with events that everyone can enjoy. Have a great first week!

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FRESHERS’ WEEK WRISTBAND 6

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WHAT’S ON DAY BY DAY:

SATURDAY 12 SEP 8

SUNDAY 13 SEP 12

MONDAY 14 SEP 16

TUESDAY 15 SEP 24

WEDNESDAY 16 SEP 31

THURSDAY 17 SEP 38

FRIDAY 18 SEP 44

SATURDAY 19 SEP 51

FAITH BASED EVENTS 56

SEE THE CITY TOURS 60

BEYOND FRESHERS’ WEEK 74

DOOR POLICY 76

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This is it! Welcome to life at the University of Edinburgh! We

kick off the week with some amazing live music from Model Aeroplanes, the

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SUNDAYKick off your university career with the Official

Freshers’ Welcome Ceremony and grab some freebies at the

Trade Fair. The hilarious Iain Stirling takes to the stage at The Pleasance and we turn the heat up as Potterrow hosts the

sizzling Caribbean Beach Party!

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Today has an international feel with all this in store – the

International Welcome Event, International Day

Ceilidh, Headphone Party, King Eider & Pronto Mama and we welcome Made in Chelsea’s Sam Thompson and

Mark-Francis to the Superhero Party!

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Find out about outside courses at the Academic Fair, and check out tons of great events being put on by societies. Later on, Young Fathers are live

in Potterrow with support from the marvellous Carbs and Abandoman joins us

in Pleasance, Theatre.

TUESDAYIf you didn’t manage to

get to the Activities Fair yesterday, don’t miss it today at The Pleasance! By this stage of the week you know the score, get down to Potterrow early to throw some shapes, this time with kings of

mashup, DJs from Mars.

THURSDAYThe final day of Freshers’ Week but no doubt one

of the biggest as the Freshers’ Ball is tonight in Teviot! If ballin’ isn’t

your thing, get your final Big Cheese fix of the week at Potterrow, this

time featuring Radio 1 DJ Greg James!

SATURDAYDay one of the Activities

Fair down at The Pleasance. There are over 240 societies and loads of volunteering opportunities

too! Also at The Pleasance later we have hypnotist Adam Night,

and at Potterrow, Gbenga from the legendary DJ

group Metronomy will be raising the roof!

WEDNESDAYSwing by Potterrow for

the last day of the Poster Sale and some tasty

treats at the Freshers’ Food Festival! Then come and enjoy the

biggest Ceilidh of the week at Potterrow! Don your tartan and get ready

for some dancing!

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One of the most important purchases for Freshers’ Week is the Freshers’ Week wristband. This will get you free entry into all the live entertainment events, the big party nights, ceilidhs, comedy, club nights, the Freshers’ Ball, See the City tours and everything else provided by EUSA in Freshers’ Week.

The Freshers’ Week wristband is only £40 for entry to all events for the whole week and could save you a lot of cash if you are planning on going to more than one or two things.

How to get your Freshers’ Week wristband:You can buy your wristband online or on arrival. To buy your wristband in advance, go to eusa.ed.ac.uk/freshers. Your wristband can be sent to you in advance (UK residents only) if ordered before Wednesday 2nd September or collected from the EUSA stall in Pollock Halls on the 12th and the 13th of September, and EUSA’s Baristo Box Office in Potterrow for the entirety of the week. You can also buy your wristband on arrival from the stand at Pollock Halls and the Baristo Box Office at Potterrow.

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ACADEMIC INDUCTION

Academic Induction

During Welcome Week your School will host a variety of events, including compulsory Welcome Talks and Subject Area activities. These events aim to introduce you to the academic staff who will be teaching and supervising you, the administrative staff who support you, and your fellow students. They will discuss important information about beginning your studies here at the University of Edinburgh. Make sure you read the information sent to you by your School for details about your specific School/Programme activities. You can find more information about academic events on the New Student website: ed.ac.uk/new-students.

Alongside EUSA’s Freshers’ Week the University itself will be offering you a warm welcome to your academic studies. The University refers to this week as ‘Welcome Week’ and you can look out for the Welcome Week logo on communications from your School/College and on signage around the campus.

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Mature and Part-time Students Drop InTeviot, Loft Bar1.30pm – 5.00pmEUSA

This mixer session is a great opportunity to meet other mature and part-time students, and find out answers to your burning questions.

FREE EVENT

Tandem Language Café Teviot, Study 3.00pm – 5.00pm EUSA

EUSA’s popular language café is a relaxing place where you can meet new people, enjoy a cup of tea after a long day, and try out a new language. As part of Tandem Language programme, this weekly gathering welcomes students from all over the world. Join us for a cup of coffee and a whole list of languages.

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Parents Welcome and Afternoon Tea George Square Lecture Theatre3.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA AND UOE

Parents and family members of all new students, local and international, are invited to attend the Parents Welcome, hosted by the University and Edinburgh University Students’ Association.

Students - this is your chance to send your parents off to hear about the support the University and EUSA offer to students.

Parents - you will have the chance to meet other families and learn more about our commitment to providing all our students with an enriching educational experience.

The welcome event is immediately followed by an informal afternoon tea in Teviot.

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Living at Home Students Meet Up Teviot, Writing Room 7.00pm – 8.00pmEUSA

Lots of you will not be living in University accommodation when you start. Don’t be put off coming to the night time events because you don’t have an accommodation block to walk with!

Come along to our meet up before heading out and you’ll have people to dance and chat with in no time.

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Debates Union Meet and Greet Teviot, Dining Room 7.00pm – 9.00pm DEBATES UNION

Everyone knows debaters love to talk. Meet other students over some tea, coffee and biscuits with the Debates Union. Freshers’ Week can be daunting, so come along and ask senior members about Edinburgh, university life, societies, debating or anything else.

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Live Music in the Lounge Teviot, Lounge Bar8.00pm – 12.00amEUSA

The Lounge Bar is a great place to meet friends, enjoy some music, and perhaps even try our fabulous range of local Scottish ales.

We have live music on in the Lounge Bar every day this week, whether it’s our house jazz band or beautiful folk music. We are certain this is a bar you’ll have an instant love for, which will last your whole university life.

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Ceilidh with Hector’s Heroes Teviot, Debating Hall 8.00pm – 12.00amEUSA

Never done a Gay Gordons or Strip the Willow? Confused by the Dashing White Sergeant and Eightsome Reel? Well, we’re here to help!

Your Freshers’ Week is full of ceilidhs and this is your opportunity to be taken through the dances step by step.

Don’t worry – you’ll be a pro by Freshers’ Ball next Saturday!

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Teviot, Underground 9.00pm – 12.00amEUSA

Two fantastic bands line up Teviot’s live music venue tonight.

Describing themselves as a ‘Gig attacked by an axe-wielding maniac’ BWANi have already seen nominations for Scottish Band of the Year, played the Edinburgh Hogmanay stage and recorded a full Radio 1 session at Maida Vale for Huw Stephens. Their infectious afro-beat sound will instantaneously inspire you to get up and dance, they are certainly a band to be reckoned with.

Dundee based MODEL AEROPLANES have been in the fast lane to stardom since their very beginnings when they secured a spot on the BBC introducing stage at T in the Park after just seven live shows. Since then they have been touring the UK, supporting the likes of Editors and producing brilliant pop songs with great hooks and a generous splash of good old rock and roll.

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Potterrow9.00pm – 3.00amEUSA

Potterrow, The Row, P-Rizzle – whatever you want to call it – it hosts THE BIG CHEESE every Saturday night and you are going to LOVE IT.

Tonight, we introduce you to the rest of your student life and proudly present UNION J for your unadulterated enjoyment.

After taking the X Factor by storm, UNION J have had a run of chart hits and we can’t wait to welcome them to Potterrow.

WE HEART CHEESE!

Come early to avoid disappointment.

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NO WRISTBAND: £10

HEADPHONE PARTY Teviot, New Amphion10.00pm – 3.00amEUSA

Headphone parties are so much fun. Grab some new friends and head to The New Amphion where two DJs will go toe-to-toe and battle it out for your dance moves.

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INTERNATIONALWELCOME EVENTAppleton Tower10.00am – 4.00pm EUSA AND INTERNATIONAL OFFICE

Welcome new international students!

International Day is a great opportunity to get advice, learn more about your upcoming academic and social life at Edinburgh, and meet new friends. In addition to practical sessions on topics like arranging bank accounts, registering for medical treatment or finding private accommodation, International Day covers the Edinburgh experience from the students’ point of view. Get involved right away by learning more about societies, sport clubs, and volunteering opportunities! Find out about the various services available to support and help you during your studies... then finish the day trying your hand at traditional Ceilidh dancing or trying out Scottish cuisine in the oldest purpose build student union building in the world, Teviot Row House!

Sessions are designed for international undergraduates, postgraduates, visiting students, and international students with dependents.

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Parents Welcome and Afternoon Tea George Square Lecture Theatre11.00am – 1.00pmEUSA AND UOE

Parents and family members of all new students, local and international, are invited to attend the Parents Welcome, hosted by the University and Edinburgh University Students’ Association.

Students – this is your chance to send your parents off to hear about the support the University and EUSA offer to students.

Parents – you will have the chance to meet other families and learn more about our commitment to providing all our students with an enriching educational experience.

The welcome event is immediately followed by an informal afternoon tea in Teviot.

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Tea CrawlMeeting Point D11.00am – 1.00pmCHILDREN’S HOLIDAY VENTURE

Familiarise yourself with your new university city by going on a tour of all of the local tea haunts! Meet lots of like-minded tea lovers and learn about a society volunteering with kids in the local area.

FREE EVENT

Society Variety! Potterrow, Dome 12.30pm – 2.00pmEUSA

Come along to meet a few of the societies and volunteering groups at the University. Get involved in new activities or meet up with like-minded students. A taster for the main Activities Fair later in Freshers’ Week!

FREE EVENT

Crash Course CeilidhTeviot, Debating Hall1.30pm – 3.30pmNEW SCOTLAND COUNTRY DANCE

SOCIETY

Do what? Turn where? Want a head start on ceilidh dancing in a relaxed, less chaotic setting? Want to be pros like us? This is for you! Come and have the common dances explained slowly. You’ll go to a lot of ceilidhs, why not be a pro from the start? The emphasis might be on the “crash”.

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Dialect Taster Session Teviot, Underground 2.00pm – 3.00pmLANGSOC

Our new linguists and language enthusiasts are warmly welcomed to our highly successful Dialect Taster Session where you can try out different accents and learn new words from across the UK and the entire world!

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Afternoon TeaTeviot, Loft Bar2.30pm – 3.30pmBAKING SOCIETY

Want to know more about the baking society and find out what we’re all about? Come along, meet some new people and enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea!

FREE EVENTSunday Session Teviot, Lounge Bar2.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA

Every Sunday we’ll be playing some of your favourite box sets back to back, so come along, grab a comfy chair and do exactly what Sundays were made for – relaxing.

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Welcome to Festivals University!Teviot, Study3.00pm – 6.00pmEUSA AND UOE

Come, eat cupcakes, and enjoy a screening of TEDx’s University of Edinburgh talks. We will also showcase the University festivals (some of which are student run), that take place throughout the year and focus on themes from social justice and culture to creative learning and careers.

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Freshers’ DebateTeviot, Debating Hall4.00pm – 6.00pmMODEL UNITED NATIONS SOCIETY

Ever wanted to play the statesman and debate global issues? Why not come along for our Freshers’ Model United Nations debate, and join the debate as ambassador of one of the UN’s 193 member states and stay for drinks with your fellow diplomats.

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Human Rights Themed Pub QuizTeviot, Study7.00pm – 10.00pmAMNESTY INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY

Back by popular demand! Join Amnesty International Society for a fun, challenging pub quiz with a human rights twist. Come along and test your knowledge with a wide range of questions and be in with a chance of winning some great prizes!

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Scottish Yummies Teviot, New Amphion7.30pm – 9.00pmEUSA

Never tried haggis, neeps and tatties or stovies and oatcakes? Well this is your chance!

We will be providing some Scottish delicacies so come along and fill your boots.

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We have live music on in the Lounge Bar every day this week, whether it’s our house Jazz band or beautiful folk music. We are certain this is a bar you’ll have an instant love for, which will last your whole university life.

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International Day Ceilidh with Kilter! Teviot, Debating Hall 8.00pm – 12.00amEUSA

Come along and try your hand at some traditional Scottish dancing. Whether this is your first ceilidh or not, it is a great way to make friends and have a huge amount of fun.

Do be warned, when it comes to ceilidhs you will be swung, flung and get very dizzy! Be prepared to wear out the soles of your shoes.

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King Eider and Pronto Mama

Teviot, Underground 9.00pm – 12.00amEUSA

With a blend of traditional musical styles and left-field influences, KING EIDER weave sound and rhythm, melody and harmony to conceive a brilliant new breed of folk. Having released their highly esteemed debut album “The Deeper The Water” in 2014, King Eider announced their presence with a strong series of concerts, festival appearances and BBC radio exposure across the UK, and are now raising the roof in the Teviot Underground.

PRONTO MAMA are a six-piece progressive indie pop band from Glasgow and boy, do they know how to throw a party. Having played T in the Park’s T Break Stage, Wickerman and Go North festivals to name a few, Pronto Mama have certainly made an impression on the music scene, landing them a tour support slot with none other than Frightened Rabbit.

This slot in Freshers’ Week has brought us many bands that have gone on to do great things, so if you like live music, we strongly suggest you catch these bands while you can.

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HEADPHONE PARTY Teviot, New Amphion10.00pm – 3.00amEUSA

Headphone parties are so much fun. Grab some new friends and head to New Amphion where two DJs will go toe-to-toe and battle it out for your dance moves.

FREE EVENT


We’re throwing you a massive welcome party, and this year it’s all about SUPERHEROES!

We encourage you to customise your wardrobes, channel your favourite superhero and come along to throw some shapes in Potterrow, superhero style.

Joining us on the dance floor tonight are Made in Chelsea’s MARK-FRANCIS and SAM THOMPSON.

Flying in from the E4 hit TV show, the boys are here to dance the night away with you and get their selfie on.


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SUPERHERO PARTY feat MiC’s Mark-Francis and Sam Thompson

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Poster SaleTeviot, Underground9.00am – 5.00pm EUSA

Want to give your new, bare walls some flavour? Come and browse this massive collection of posters and brighten up your bedroom.

FREE EVENT

Economics Society Meet and GreetTeviot, Dining Room10.30am – 12.30pmECONOMICS SOCIETY

Come meet the Economics Society Committee, Insight Magazine Editors and some of your soon-to-be professors in a relaxed environment over tea and coffee. Copies of past magazines will available to take with you.

FREE EVENT

Trade FairPotterrow, Dome11.00am – 2.00pm EUSA

Grab a drink from the Dome Bar, chow down on some FREE pizza and fill your boots with tonnes of freebies and discounts. This event will save you money, help you decorate your flat and provide you with enough pens to see you through university. For the best stuff, make sure you get there early.

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Letter WritingTeviot, Balcony Room12.00pm – 2.00pmAMNESTY INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY

Write for Rights! Pop along to copy or compose letters to argue the case for human rights. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about the society, meet our members, and accumulate stickers. Not to be missed!

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Managing Your PhD SupervisorTeviot, Dining Room1.00pm – 2.00pmEUSA

A PhD student’s relationship with their supervisor is key to their success. Get some tips from current PhD students to help you manage your supervisor, deal with other issues that may arise, and get your PhD off to a flying start!

FREE EVENT

Bedlam Theatre TourBedlam Theatre1.00pm – 2.00pmBEDLAM

Guided tour around the oldest student-run theatre in Britain!

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MathSoc Meet and Greet Teviot, Loft Bar1.00pm – 3.00pmMATHS SOCIETY

Come and join MathSoc for an afternoon of tea, coffee and cake. Meet other first year Maths students, meet our committee, see just what MathSoc has to offer and get a sneak peek at this year’s list of epic events.

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Footlights Freshers’ WorkshopPleasance, Pentland and Highland Rooms1.00pm – 3.00pmFOOTLIGHTS

Are you interested in musical theatre? Always wanted to perform? Come along to Pleasance where Edinburgh University Footlights will take you through singing, dancing and acting workshops to give you an idea what skills and fun the society offers!

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Ballroom DemonstrationTeviot, Debating Hall1.30pm – 2.30pmBALLROOM DANCING SOCIETY

Come and watch the members of EU Ballroom Dancing Society strut their stuff on the dance floor! We will show you the dances you will learn in your first year of classes and the ones you might learn later!

FREE EVENT

Film Screening: The LinguistsTeviot, Study2.00pm – 4.00pmLINGUISTICS AND ENGLISH

LANGUAGE SOCIETY

‘The Linguists’ is an acclaimed documentary film which explores the daily life of professional field linguists as they document previously un-researched and un-documented languages. Linguists and non-linguists alike are invited to share both these fascinating discoveries and free popcorn!

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Tour of the Scottish ParliamentMeeting Point D2.00pm – 5.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY LIBERAL

DEMOCRATS

Join the Liberal Democrats on campus for a tour of the Scottish Parliament, led by Matthew Clark, chief of staff for the Liberal Democrat group at Holyrood. The parliament building was opened in 2004 and houses Scotland’s devolved legislature.

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Students without Borders: Meet and GreetPleasance, Cabaret Bar2.00pm – 6.00pmFRIENDS OF MSF EDINBURGH

Dreamed of volunteering or working abroad? Interested in humanitarianism, international development or global health? Come and meet Edinburgh’s many societies that believe awareness should have no borders, and find out how you can make a difference on a global scale!

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Assembly Hall, New College2.15pm – 3.15pmUNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

The Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Timothy O’Shea, will officially welcome you to the University. You will also get the opportunity to hear from a number of Student Office Bearers, including the EUSA President, and senior members of University staff.

The ceremony will be live streamed to the University’s George Square Lecture Theatre.

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Café CrawlMeeting Point D3.00pm – 5.00pmVEGETARIAN SOCIETY

VEGSOC Café Crawl – Are you new in Edinburgh and want to discover some great vegetarian/vegan friendly places to eat and drink? Join us for a café crawl! There will be limited spaces so sign up on our EUSA page.

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Intro to Tech WorkshopBedlam Theatre3.00pm – 4.00pmBEDLAM

Ever wanted to know how to make the sound of a New York traffic jam resonate through the auditorium of an old church in Scotland? Yes! No? Either way come along to Bedlam for an hour of promised ‘techie’ fun.


Meet the History Society!Teviot, Dining Room3.00pm – 4.00pmHISTORY SOCIETY

Come and join the History Society and meet your fellow historians and lovers of history! We have something for everyone, whether it’s historical trips, lectures or great socials. Find out about who we are and how you can get involved.

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Cake and Chat: Everyday FeminismTeviot, Loft Bar3.30pm – 5.30pmFEMINIST SOCIETY

Come and join us for homemade cake and an informal chat about everyday feminism! This is a great opportunity to find out more about the society and our events, as well as sharing your experiences with like-minded people.

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Intro to ITBedlam Theatre4.00pm – 5.00pmBEDLAM

Interested in applying your Linux and web application development knowledge to the real world? Pop along to your student theatre and find out how we keep our small enterprise online!


Drum WorkshopPleasance, Highland Room4.00pm – 6.00pmAFRICAN DRUMMING SOCIETY

Come and participate in our taster session workshop, playing African drums including the djembe, dunduns and percussion. This will be a good introduction to our community of musicians and friends, followed by a wee performance.

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Cinema CrawlMeeting Point C3.30pm – 6.00pmFILM SOCIETY

Wondering where you can get your movie fix in Edinburgh? Come on a tour of two of Edinburgh’s best loved cinemas: the historic Cameo and Filmhouse; the home of the Edinburgh International Film Festival, courtesy of Edinburgh University Film Society.

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EUCU Dodgeball ChampionshipsTeviot, Debating Hall 3.30pm – 5.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN

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Get together a team or come alone to find a team for the ultimate dodgeball championships! It will be a small tournament with teams battling it out to become the ultimate dodgeball champions! Come ready in sports kit.

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Masters Speed Networking Teviot, Dining Room 5.00pm – 6.30pmEUSA

Talk to lots of fellow masters students during this speed networking event! Network, make new friends and meet other masters students from across the University, and the world. Start building that social network that will sustain you through the year.

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FIFA Competition Teviot, Pool Room 5.30pm – 9.30pmEUSA

Love football or just want the chance to show off your onscreen talents?

We’re looking for the champion of FIFA. Play your way through the knockout style tournament which is free to enter, open to limited numbers on the day.

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Bachata TasterTeviot, Debating Hall6.00pm – 7.00pmSALSA SOCIETY

Have you always wanted to learn a few dance moves but you never actually made yourself go? This is your chance – Salsa Society presents you with our very first taster of the academic year! It’s passionate, it’s new and it’s bachata!

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Traditional SpiritsTeviot, New Amphion6.00pm – 10.00pmESTONIAN SOCIETY AND FRIENDS

Get together after an eventful summer and explore unique spirits from around the world. One of the most popular events for two years running with over 15 societies offering a huge variety of exquisite and exotic drinks – £3 for three drinks.

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The World’s WifeBedlam Theatre6.30pm – 8.00pm BEDLAM

“The Devil was evil, mad, but I was the Devil’s wife which made me worse”

Hear the little-heard voices of the women of myth, legend and history, with this performance of Carol Ann Duffy’s poetry collection, The World’s Wife.


Intro to Role PlayingTeviot, Study6.30pm – 10.30pmGRAND EDINBURGH ADVENTURING

SOCIETY

Ever wondered what exactly role playing is?

Well, we aren’t sure either but we do know it’s a massive amount of fun. So come and join us, absolutely no experience required, for an introduction to table top role playing. Money back guarantee. Entry is free.

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Retrospect Journal: Meet the TeamTeviot, Loft Bar7.00pm – 9.00pmRETROSPECT

Interested in writing, editing or design? Got a talent for fundraising? Come and meet the editorial team at Retrospect, the University’s History, Classics and Archaeology journal! Grab a copy of our latest issue and learn more about what we do.

FREE EVENT

Clarinet Choir Cake and Casual RehearsalPleasance, Highland Room7.00pm – 9.00pmCLARINET CHOIR

Bring along your clarinet and join us in playing some of our favourite pieces, followed by some home-baking made by our wonderful committee! We have no minimum standard, no auditions and we play a wide variety of pieces.

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EdG&R Fest 2015Teviot, Underground8.00pm – 12.00amEDG&R – GOTH AND ROCK SOCIETY

EdG&R Fest showcases some of Edinburgh and Scotland’s finest bands playing rock, metal, punk and goth. Join EdG&R for an evening of socialising, live music and DJ sets for fans of alternative music.

FREE EVENT




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Champagne SocialismTeviot, Balcony Room7.30pm – 10.00pmEDINBURGH LABOUR STUDENTS

Meet Edinburgh Labour Students and hear about what we do nationally, locally and right here on campus. With some great guest speakers, a big year ahead of us and free champagne, why not come along?

FREE EVENT

LasertagTeviot, Debating Hall 8.00pm – 12.00amEUSA

The Debating Hall transforms into a laser hunting ground tonight. There will be 45 minute sessions every hour, on the hour. Get your favourite commando moves perfected in advance as there are prizes to be won (and maybe the odd booby prize).

FREE EVENT

Entering the TardisTeviot, Dining Room7.30pm – 11.30pmDOCTOR WHO SOCIETY

Prepare your bow ties for a night of fun and fezzes, fish fingers and custard. Meet like-minded Whovians for a relaxed evening of Doctor Who related games, banter and tea. Geronimo!

FREE EVENT

Pleasance Quiz Pleasance, Cabaret Bar 8.00pm – 12.00amEUSA

It’s the return of the weekly pub quiz at the Pleasance! This quiz is MASSIVE – widely known as one of the biggest quizzes in the Northern hemisphere! YOU WANT TO BE A PART OF THIS!

Get a team together or wander down and join a group and test your general knowledge. This will become a weekly feature in your calendar so you don’t want to miss out.

FREE EVENT

Whisky Tasting Teviot, Lounge Bar 8.00pm – 10.00pmEUSA

Come and tour the Highlands, Islands and Lowlands with our introduction to Scotch whisky.

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with support from Hayley EllisBAFTA nominated Iain Stirling brings his comedy genius to the Pleasance Theatre and boy, are we excited. Having supported both Russell Howard and Rhod Gilbert on UK tours and completed yet another brilliant Edinburgh Fringe run, we can’t wait to welcome the Edinburgh native back to his home town.

Iain brings support from the brilliant Hayley Ellis.

IAIN STIRLINGPleasance, Theatre 8.00pm – 10.00pm EUSA

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £10

Awkward ConversationsBedlam Theatre8.30pm – 10.30pmBEDLAM

CHECK WWW.BEDLAMTHEATRE.CO.UK FOR ENTRY CHARGE AND SHOW DESCRIPTION

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BEACH PARTY!!

Jazz in the Lounge Teviot, Lounge Bar10.00pm – 12.00amEUSA

Every Monday our house jazz band take to the stage and raise the roof. Student musicians, student-run and any student can participate. Don’t forget your dancing shoes.

FREE EVENT

Edinburgh Revue: Sketches in ScarletBedlam Theatre10.00pm – 11.30pmBEDLAM

A dark and mysterious sketch show from the room we dare not look in.


Potterrow9.00pm – 3.00am EUSA

Potterrow has gone totally tropical for this year’s Beach Party. The mighty Row is being transformed into the Caribbean for our annual Beach Party Bash!

Dress in your best Caribbean beach gear, whether your style is Hawaiian shirts, grass skirts or Bermuda shorts, come down and shake your coconuts with the resident DJs, Surf Simulator, Steel Drum Band, mermaids and beach bums!

The sun always shines in Potterrow!


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TUESDAYPoster SaleTeviot, Underground9.00am – 5.00pm EUSA

Here’s another chance to cover your new walls with your favourite bands, heart throbs, movie quotes or landscapes. You won’t find a bigger selection in Edinburgh.

FREE EVENT

Postgraduate Research Welcome EventNew College, Assembly Hall, Mound9.15am – 12.15pmUNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

This is the University’s formal Welcome for all Postgraduate Research students. This includes hearing from and talking to different services, networking with fellow students and hearing about the different opportunities available to you. Tickets are available online on the University’s ‘New Students’ webpage. This event will also be repeated on Friday.

FREE EVENT

Academic Fair 50 George Square 12.00pm – 4.00pmEUSA AND UOE

The Academic Fair is primarily for those undergraduate students who have an element of choice within their degree programme. Schools and subject areas have ‘stalls’ at the event and you can speak to staff, pick up information and discover some courses you haven’t already considered. The Fair is an ideal opportunity to ask questions and get more information from both academic staff and from current students who help out at the event. The Careers Service, Study Abroad and Peer Support teams will also be in attendance.

This is always a very popular event. In order to manage the flow of attendees we ask that you

check what time slot your School has been allocated and attend during the specified period, either between 12-2pm or 2-4pm.

To ensure that you get the most out of this event we strongly recommend that you research your course options before attending. Check out the Academic Fair section of the ‘New Student’ webpages for information on how best to prepare in advance: ed.ac.uk/new-students.

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Student Parent WelcomeTeviot, Study1.00pm – 3.00pmEUSA

Come along to this family-friendly event to meet fellow student parents and chat about what university life is like when you have caring responsibilities. Refreshments will be available, along with a range of activities to keep young children entertained.

FREE EVENT

Scottish Dance WorkshopTeviot, Debating Hall1.30pm – 3.00pmNEW SCOTLAND COUNTRY DANCE

SOCIETY

Do you want to learn some traditional (and not so traditional) Scottish dances? Come to our workshop and get to know Ceilidh, Scottish Country, Highland and Step Dancing. Great preparation for showing off at any ceilidh! All welcome, no experience necessary.

FREE EVENT

bingo grid to win a prize! All LGBT+ identifying people welcome.

FREE EVENT

Mathematical Tour of EdinburghMeeting Point D2.30pm – 4.00pmMATHS SOCIETY

A fun and exciting way to find out more about MathSoc and how maths is entwined with our city through a walking tour. Bring your walking shoes!

FREE EVENT

Introduction to Piping and Drumming: Talk and WorkshopPleasance, Highland Room2.30pm – 4.30pmPIPING AND DRUMMING SOCIETY

An introduction to piping, drumming and the society for beginners and experts alike. Come along and have a go at playing the pipes and drums, and listen to our members giving a masterclass in the different styles of pipe music.

FREE EVENT

Postgraduate Taught Welcome EventNew College, Assembly Hall, Mound12.30pm – 2.45pm and 2.45pm – 5.00pmUNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

This is the University’s formal Welcome for all Postgraduate Taught students. This includes hearing from and talking to different services, networking with fellow students and hearing about the different opportunities available to you. Tickets are available online on the University’s ‘New Students’ webpage. This event will also be repeated on Friday.

FREE EVENT

Not Another Campus TourMeeting Point D1.00pm – 3.00pmEUSA

Join us for a tour of Edinburgh’s most ethical and sustainable places! Learn where to fix your bike, find healthy food shops and discover the best fitness spots. Our tour includes delicious FREE tasters, exclusive offers and no-nonsense advice.

FREE EVENT

Festival of LiberationTeviot, Dining Room1.00pm – 2.30pmEUSA

What does the plus after LGBT+ mean? Why do we have a Women’s Group? What counts as a disability? How does EUSA celebrate Black History Month? Come along, meet students with similar experiences, and discuss the issues that matter to you!

FREE EVENT

Folk Session on the Meadows Outside 27 George Square2.00pm – 4.00pmFOLKSOC

Come and join a laid back, picnic style session of folk music on Edinburgh’s Meadows. Bring your instrument or come listen. Meet outside 27 George Square.

FREE EVENT

LGBT+ MingloTeviot, Loft Bar2.30pm – 4.30pmBLOGS (LGBT+ SOCIETY)

BLOGS’s first event of the term - Minglo! A merging of socialising and bingo: find out facts about society members to fill in your

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Tea Tasting ExtravaganzaTeviot, Dining Room3.00pm – 5.00pmSOCIETEA

Come oolong to sample and learn about a selection of fine teas from around the world, sourced by local tea shops and our Assam members! Looking forward to teaing you!

FREE EVENT

Creative Writing WorkshopTeviot, Balcony Room3.00pm – 5.00pmPUBLISHED

Come along for plenty of writing games and exercises to get your creative juices flowing! There will be time for some free writing time, too. All you need is a pen and paper. Anyone and everyone is welcome to come along!

FREE EVENT

Physical Theatre PlaytimePleasance, 48a3.00pm – 5.00pmTHEATRE PARADOK

Come for a physical theatre play

time! Play with costumes, props and people to create a small piece of devised theatre!

Theatre Paradok is Edinburgh University’s alternative theatre society, we’d love to meet you!

FREE EVENT

Taster Salsa ClassTeviot, Debating Hall3.30pm – 4.30pmSALSA SOCIETY

Have you always wanted to learn a few dance moves but you never actually made yourself go? This is your chance – Salsa Society presents you with our very first taster of the academic year! It’s fun, it’s interesting and it’s passionate!

FREE EVENT

Brief LivesBedlam Theatre5.00pm – 6.00pmBEDLAM

Life, it gets everywhere doesn’t it?

Three interconnected stories of love, loss and humanity play out under the watchful eyes of a girl forever separated from humanity. The EUTC presents three stories

of life as told by death.


PeerhD - PhD Speed NetworkingTeviot, Dining Room5.00pm – 6.30pmEUSA

Talk to lots of peer PhDs who are in your shoes or have worn them before. Network, make new friends and meet other PhD students from across the University to build that social network that will sustain you through your years at University of Edinburgh.

FREE EVENT

WellSoc Speed Greeting Teviot, Loft Bar5.00pm – 7.00pmMENTAL WEALTH AND WELLBEING

SOCIETY

Get to know other students and members of WellSoc in a a quick fire, no pressure speed-meeting. You will have name-tags, prompt cards and five minutes to meet as many new friends as possible!

FREE EVENT

A Taste of PalestineTeviot, Study5.30pm – 7.00pmSTUDENTS FOR JUSTICE IN

PALESTINE

Join Edinburgh Students for Justice in Palestine for an evening of music, food, spoken word and information. Find out about Palestine, our activism on campus, and how to get involved.

FREE EVENT

Golden TimeBedlam Theatre6.00pm – 9.30pmBEDLAM

Come join Theatre Paradok’s physical theatre playgroup, Golden Time. An exciting chance to get a taster of an alternative type of theatre that privileges the visual, sensual and muscular. Absolutely zero experience necessary, just bring enthusiasm. Comfy clothes advised.


Speed LinguaTeviot, Debating Hall6.30pm – 8.00pmEUSA

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FreshAir’s Mega Pub QuizTeviot, Loft Bar7.30pm – 11.00pmFRESHAIR RADIO

FreshAir’s annual mega pub quiz returns! Show off your knowledge in Edinburgh’s student radio station’s famous quiz.

FREE EVENT

Evening Folk Music SessionPleasance, 48a7.30pm – 12.00amFOLK SOCIETY

Tunes, craic and banter. An evening, informal session. Bring along instruments, singing voices or just have a listen.

FREE EVENT

Slovak and Czech Pub CrawlMeeting Point D8.00pm – 11.00pmSLOVAK AND CZECH SOCIETY

Come to crawl some pubs Slovak and Czech style! We will show you where to get the best Slovak and Czech beer in Edinburgh and which Scottish ales are worth a try.

FREE EVENT

Meet your language partner at one of EUSA’s famous Speed Lingua events! Part of the popular Tandem Language Programme, Speed Lingua is a new take on traditional speed-dating. It is a sociable way to meet new people from all over the world.

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Introduction to the SNP SocietyTeviot, Balcony Room7.00pm – 8.00pmSNP SOCIETY

Come along to the SNP Society’s introductory meeting. Local

Edinburgh Revue’s Showcase in conjunction with Grassroots ComedyPleasance, Cabaret Bar8.00pm – 10.30pmEDINBURGH REVUE AND EUSA

Prepare to laugh your Freshers socks off as The Edinburgh Revue presents the best of their 2015 Fringe runs. The evening will be a mixture of stand-up and sketch comedy, expertly performed to you by our comedy elite. The Revue will be teaming up with our weekly comedy night, Grassroots, to bring you the best in the biz.

FREE EVENT

representative Marco Biagi, MSP for Edinburgh Central will be joining us for a chat and Q&A. Find out more about the society and how you can get active with us.

FREE EVENT

Save a Life CourseTeviot, Dining Room7.00pm – 8.30pmFIRST AID SOCIETY

A certified First Aid course which teaches the basics to provide lifesaving and effective treatment in the event of an accident. Useful skills to know and also looks great on the CV.

FREE EVENT

FilmSoc Screening: Star Wars Episode IV: A New HopeTeviot, Study7.30pm – 9.30pmFILM SOCIETY

Set in a galaxy far, far away, George Lucas begins his epic franchise with a galaxy-wide struggle between the Rebel Alliance and the Galactic Empire. Guaranteed entertainment for all with its spaceships, sassy characters and fight scenes.

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Pleasance, Theatre8.00pm – 10.00pmEUSA

Ireland’s top comedy hip hop improv team, Abandoman, bring their epic hit show to the Pleasance. Using their trademark blend of audience interaction and razor-sharp improvisation, Abandoman will take you on a magical journey, transforming the audience’s likes, loathes and daydreams into hit songs and captivating tales.

Having supported Ed Sheeran, won multiple awards, and performed at more festivals than you can shake a stick at, the hilarious, lightning speed, freestyle songs that Abandoman create on the spot have to be seen to be believed.

Having been described as “Flight of the Conchords meets 8 Mile” this in-demand show is utter genius.

You won’t want to miss this one.

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Meet the BrewerTeviot, Lounge Bar8.00pm – 9.30pmEUSA

Delve into the wonderful world of beer. Enjoy some tasty brews from one of our favourite Scottish brewers while the brewer tells you about the madness in the method.

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YOUNG FATHERSwith support from CARBS


Arrive early to avoid disappointment.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £10

One of Edinburgh’s big success stories – YOUNG FATHERS proudly brought home the Mercury Prize in 2014 for their album – Dead, beating considerably more famous bands to the title but absolutely deserved. Their 2015 album ‘White Men Are Black Men Too’ is a brilliant follow up and could easily be defined as lo-fi, R&B, hip hop – but they don’t completely fit into any box with their wide-spanning spread of alternative rap, indie pop, reggaeton, and electronic music.

In short, YOUNG FATHERS are brilliant. This is possibly your only chance to catch them without forking out £18 for a ticket, so our advice is to TAKE IT.

Supporting tonight are CARBS. Brainchild of electro genius brothers Jonnie Common and Jamie Scott (Conquering Animal Sound) – CARBS are basically the future. Think The Beastie Boys, signed to Anticon. Think lyrics discussing the merits of FIFA 95 versus FIFA 98. Think you’re going to have the best night ever, and you will. We promise you.

MERCURY PRIZE WINNERS 2014

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Pub QuizTeviot, Dining Room9.00pm – 11.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN

UNION

Come and join the CU as we kick off our evening events with a classic pub quiz! Everyone is welcome. It would be great to see you there!

FREE EVENT

THE MATURE CHEESETeviot, Debating Hall 9.00pm – 3.00amEUSA

A Big Cheese designed purely for you Mature and PG students. It’s not only cheese and wine that get better with age – come along and dance the night away to your favourite cheesy tracks with your new finely matured pals.

Over 21s only.

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Cultural CapitalTeviot, Underground11.00pm – 3.00amINDIE SOC

Indie Soc’s legendary Cultural Capital returns for Freshers’! Head down to the Underground from 11pm to experience an eclectic mix of indie pop, rock-n-roll, punk rock and hip-hop.

FREE EVENT

Who’s Afraid of the Comedy Woolf?Bedlam Theatre9.30pm – 12.00amBEDLAM

Indulge in an evening of comedy, cabaret and exorbitant fun - ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’. With stand up acts and various entertainment, it’s sure to be a night of theatrical revelry!





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WEDNESDAY




FREE EVENT

Judy’s Vintage Fair Teviot, Debating Hall 10.30am – 3.30pmEUSA

Edinburgh’s favourite vintage fair, Judy’s Affordable Vintage Fair, is popping in for Freshers’ Week. Featuring 20+ stalls of vintage fashion and accessories from the 1920s to the 1980s, traders will be showcasing some of the new season stock with extra special discounts for you.

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Maybe you want to learn how to salsa dance, campaign about something you care about, or be supported in making your own short film? Or perhaps it’s Quidditch on the meadows, helping out in the community or tea-and-cake soirees that catch your fancy? Whatever your interest or taste, there’ll be loads going on – now’s your chance to get involved!

The University of Edinburgh has over 240 amazing and incredible societies and hundreds of volunteering opportunities! The Activities Fair is your chance to meet a whole bunch of people running societies and volunteering groups who can’t wait to tell you what they have planned for the year ahead.

There will also be an opportunity in the Pleasance Courtyard to come and find out what EUSA is all about. We’ll be showcasing some of the events our students love, running mini food and drink stalls, teaching groups of you how to maintain a healthy diet on a budget and will have loads of jobs up for grabs – amongst loads of other things we can help you with whilst at University. There will be loads of prizes up for grabs, including an iPad!

This fair always has a brilliant festival feel to it, with music, smiles and lots of hustle and bustle! You can expect to find society members eager to tell you anything and everything you want to find out about their society. Don’t forget to pop next door to the Sports Fair to see what our Edinburgh University Sports Union has to offer. Come along and make sure to sign up to fill your time at University with great friends, fantastic events, and brilliant memories!

FREE EVENT

Pleasance11.00am – 4.00pmEUSA

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Social Responsibility and Sustainability MarqueeTeviot, Garden11.00am – 5.00pmEUSA AND DEPARTMENT FOR

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND

SUSTAINABILITY

Interested in sustainability and social responsibility at the University? We’ve got a marquee dedicated to just that. We’ll be sharing information, events and opportunities for you to get involved PLUS jump on one of our bikes and make your very own cycle-powered smoothie! What a delicious idea.

FREE EVENT

Scavenger HuntMeeting Point D12.00pm – 4.00pmCHILDREN’S HOLIDAY VENTURE

Race against the clock (and other teams) to find various items and complete crazy challenges around your new university, run by your friendly local children’s charity. Come alone or as part of a team, everyone welcome.

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Auditions WorkshopBedlam Theatre2.00pm – 3.00pmBEDLAM

Come along to the EUTC’s Auditions Workshop. Meet a range of Directors, some of whom will be casting their upcoming shows and ask them questions about the whole audition process!


Speech and Debate WorkshopTeviot, Dining Room2.00pm – 3.30pm DEBATES UNION

A friendly and fun introduction to the world of debating, and a taster session for our weekly workshops. Practice public speaking, critical

thinking and pure persuasion through fun games and activities. All are welcome, from experienced debaters to complete beginners.

FREE EVENT

Welcome to People and Planet: Activism WorkshopPotterrow Chaplaincy, Room 22.00pm – 4.00pmPEOPLE AND PLANET

Come along for an introduction to P&P’s ongoing campaign to get Edinburgh Uni to stop investing in fossil fuels, and an introduction into what activism for social and environmental justice on campus can look like.

FREE EVENT

Cultural FairPotterrow, Venue2.00pm – 5.00pm AFRICAN CARIBBEAN SOCIETY

The cultural show exhibits arts, talents, fashion, music and food which originate or are influenced by African and Caribbean culture. A great chance to experience Africa and the Caribbean without the pricy flight ticket!

FREE EVENT

Cocktails and Cupcakes Teviot, New Amphion 3.00pm – 4.30pmEUSA

Relax with this chilled out, tutored session with our very own Izzy (who makes cupcakes), where both cocktails are made and enjoyed and cupcakes are both decorated and scoffed.

FREE EVENT

Stage Management WorkshopBedlam Theatre3.00pm – 4.30pmBEDLAM

Want to get involved in theatre, but not sure where you’d fit in? Want to help a play come to life, without acting, teching, or directing? Come learn about the role at the centre of a production team.


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West Coast SwingTeviot, Study4.30pm – 6.00pm WEST COAST SWING DANCE

SOCIETY

West Coast Swing is a fun, partner dance which can be danced to any music, anywhere. Come and learn the basics and perfect your technique with some social dancing following the workshop. No partner required, no experience necessary.

FREE EVENT

Buddies Meet and GreetTeviot, Debating Hall 5.00pm – 7.00pm EUSA

Buddies Meet and Greet is an event for new exchange students who have signed up for the Edinburgh Buddies program. Come and meet others from your buddy group!

FREE EVENT

MedRAG Film Night George Square Lecture Theatre6.00pm – 8.30pmMEDRAG

Get a flavour of MedRAG’s prestigious film nights, with the first of our World Film series!

FREE EVENT

Psychology Society Pub CrawlTeviot, Lounge Bar7.00pm – 12.00amPSYCHOLOGY SOCIETY

Join PsychSoc at our first social of the year! We are starting at 7pm in the Lounge Bar in Teviot. Free for both members and non-members. Check our Facebook (psychsoc.ed) and Twitter (@psych_soc) for updates.

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Bike-powered Film Screening: Chasing IceTeviot, Garden7.00pm – 9.00pm EUSA

Join us for a cycle-powered screening of breath-taking documentary ‘Chasing Ice’!

Jump on a bike and pedal to keep up with the journey of photographer James Balog, as he documents climate change in the Arctic in this Emmy award-winning feature.

FREE EVENT

Debates Union CrawlTeviot, Loft Bar7.30pm – 8.30pmDEBATES UNION

An evening of drinks and challenges, designed for Freshers to get to know each other and existing Debates Union members. Starting in Teviot, throughout the night we will introduce you to some of Edinburgh’s most popular student pubs and bars.

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SpeakBedlam Theatre7.00pm – 8.30pmBEDLAM

Originally Bedlam, Originally Spoken. Come and see a series of monologues written by one of Bedlam’s own playwrights and performed by an extremely talented cast. Prime EUTC viewing!


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Ladies in RedTeviot, Dining Room7.30pm – 9.00pmEDINBURGH LABOUR STUDENTS

Join the women of Edinburgh Labour Students and get to know some other like-minded women! As well as saying “hi” we’ll have an informal introduction to women’s liberation and feminism - what do these mean to us today?

FREE EVENT

Film Screening: Gattaca with SynBio SocTeviot, Study8.00pm – 9.30pmSYNTHETIC BIOLOGY SOCIETY

To explore the possibilities of the integration of genomic technology and society, SynBio will be showing the Oscar nominated film Gattaca, followed by a brief introduction to the society and a trip to the pub.

FREE EVENT

Theatre Societies CrawlBedlam Theatre8.00pm – 11.00pmBEDLAM

Pleasance, Theatre 8.00pm – 9.30pm EUSA

Ever fancied being hypnotised? Well here’s your chance. You might find that you become best friends with Bruno Mars or Rihanna, get transported to sunbathe on a beach in Thailand or find yourself racing horses – pop down to the Pleasance Theatre and who knows where you will end up!

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Hypnotist

“All the world’s a stage”, and tonight Edinburgh’s pubs are full of its players, techies, crew and singers. Join reps from all 11 of our theatre societies, as we traverse our favourite pubs. Meet outside Bedlam Theatre, 8pm.


Alternative CrawlMeeting Point D8.00pm – 11.00pmFRIENDS OF MSF EDINBURGH

Let Friends of MSF take you on a tour through some of our favourite alternative pubs around the city. Come get to know the society and find out what ‘humanitarian drinking’ entails.

FREE EVENT

Wine and Food Matching Teviot, New Amphion 8.00pm – 10.00pmEUSA

Whether you are a complete beginner or have been dabbling with this subject for a while, we will provide you with plenty of opportunities to tantalise your taste buds and challenge your senses.

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Postgrad and Mature Students’ CeilidhPotterrow 8.00pm – 12.00am EUSA

A traditional Scottish ceilidh in the one and only Potterrow.

This event is for postgraduate and mature students only. There are plenty of other ceilidh opportunities for the rest of you!

FREE EVENT

Edinburgh by Night with the History SocietyMeeting Point C8.00pm – 11.00pmHISTORY SOCIETY

Join the History Society as we take you around Edinburgh’s finest and most historic pubs and bars! Our very experienced (!) committee will show you all the finest places to go for a “bevvy” and enjoy some traditional Scottish culture.

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Freshers’ FiestaTeviot, Debating Hall8.00pm – 3.00amSALSA SOCIETY

Never been to a Latin party before? You won’t regret coming to ours! We always know how to bring it to the floor!

FREE EVENT

EconSoc CrawlTeviot, Lounge Bar8.30pm – 11.00pmECONOMICS SOCIETY

Join the Economics Society on a Pub Crawl! We’ll be roaming around Edinburgh to some of the best pubs the city has to offer. We’ll have some games to mix things up a bit.

FREE EVENT

The Improverts Tech WorkshopBedlam Theatre9.00pm – 10.30pmBEDLAM

Do you like loud noises, bright lights and epic music? Want to try your hand at creating this in a theatre? Then come along to the The Improverts tech workshop and get your first taste of Bedlam’s awesome tech team.


Freshers’ Rehearsal and After-PartyTeviot, Loft Bar9.30pm – 1.00amWIND BAND

Join EUWB for a Freshers’ Week rehearsal in the Reid Hall at 7pm. We’ll play through some of our favourite pieces, then continue to Teviot where you can meet other Freshers and current members, and see what we’re about.

FREE EVENT

The ImprovertsBedlam Theatre10.30pm – 11.30pmBEDLAM

Want to watch unique, fast paced and hilarious comedy? Then come along to The Improverts! We are an improvised comedy troupe who play various games based entirely on your suggestions and where your weird ideas will become side-splitting reality.


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Teviot, Underground 10.00pm – 3.00amEUSAMETRONOMY

DJ SETStarting in a bedroom on an old computer, Metronomy have grown to massive popularity having sold out the Albert Hall and completed tours of Europe and North America. Fusing modern electronics with vintage recording techniques, Metronomy released the brilliant ‘Love Letters’ in 2014. Tonight Metronomy’s own GBenga will be raising the roof in the underground.

Supporting GBenga is Glasgow based Shaka Loves You. Scotland’s bad boy AV funkers Shaka Loves You boast a full audio-visual show with live percussion. Effortlessly fusing elements of funk, soul, disco and hip-hop with custom visuals through Serato Video, Shaka create a party-rocking live show.

Get in early to avoid disappointment.

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THURSDAY


The deadline for the Freshers’ Week Mixed Open Badminton and Squash Tournaments 2015 Sign Up is today at 6pm! See Saturday 19th for more information.



FREE EVENT

Freshers’ Week TreksSwanston Farm, EH10 7DS10.00am, 1.30pm and 3.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY EXMOOR

PONY TREKKING SOCIETY

Did you know that the University of Edinburgh has its own herd of Exmoor Ponies? Get some fresh air during your Freshers’ week and come on one of our treks in the beautiful Pentland Hills with great views over the city. Special price of £15. Book your trek at the Activities Fair.

£15 PER TREK £5 DEPOSIT ON BOOKING

Social Responsibility and Sustainability MarqueeTeviot, Garden, 11.00am – 5.00pmEUSA AND DEPARTMENT FOR

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND

SUSTAINABILITY

Interested in sustainability and social responsibility at the University? We’ve got a marquee dedicated to just that. We’ll be sharing information, events and opportunities for you to get involved PLUS jump on one of our bikes and make your very own cycle-powered smoothie! What a delicious idea.

FREE EVENT

Freshers’ FreeshopPotterrow, Venue12.00pm – 4.00pmSHRUB CO-OPERATIVE

Seventh annual Freshers’ Freeshop at Potterrow: get your hands on tons of stuff, donated by last year’s students, and now FREE for you! Get kitchen gear, stationery, clothes, books, furniture and so much more. More free stuff at the SHRUB Co-op, 13 Guthrie St. open Tues-Thurs!

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Modern Dance Taster SessionTeviot, Debating Hall 1.00pm – 3.00pmMODERN DANCE SOCIETY

Classes in six styles, competitions and socials galore - shimmy over to EUMDS! This taster will give a snapshot of our society and the chance to learn a fun routine with moves to whip out at our social in the evening!

FREE EVENT

Eric’s Comedy WorkshopBedlam Theatre1.00pm – 3.00pmBEDLAM

Join Eric Geistfield for an improvised comedy workshop. A member of the famed Spontaneous Sherlock improv-group Eric will have you laughing and getting laughs in no time.


Spanish Society’s Tour of EdinburghMeeting Point C1.00pm – 3.00pmSPANISH SOCIETY

Explore Edinburgh’s past with the Spanish Society! Our English and Spanish-speaking tour guides will show you the best of Edinburgh’s history, cafes, and pubs, and prove that Edinburgh is one of the coolest cities in Britain.

FREE EVENT

Record Store CrawlMeeting Point D1.00pm – 5.00pmINDIESOC

Indie Soc’s annual Freshers record store crawl is back for another year; join us on an odyssey through Edinburgh’s multiple independent music stores, and see a lot of the city in the process!

FREE EVENT

EUCSSA Freshers’ Welcome Event50 George Square Lecture Theatre1.30pm – 4.30pmCHINESE STUDENTS AND

SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION

Fresher’s Welcome event offers a great opportunity for all new Chinese students to meet new friends learn more from current students about the upcoming academic and social life in Edinburgh.

FREE EVENT

The second day of the biggest and best Activities Fair around. If the fun yesterday just wasn’t enough for you, we’re giving you another opportunity to join as many super societies as possible and get stuck into volunteering too!

Don’t forget to come and find out what EUSA is all about. We’ll be showcasing some of the events our students love, running mini food and drink stalls, teaching groups of you how to maintain a healthy diet on a budget and will have loads of jobs up for grabs – amongst loads of other things we can help you with at your time at University. There may also be an iPad up for grabs.

This fair always has a brilliant festival feel to it, with music, smiles and lots of hustle and bustle! You can expect to find society members eager to tell you anything and everything you want to find out about their society. Don’t forget to pop next door to the Sports Centre to see what our Sports Teams have to offer. Come along and make sure to sign up to fill your time at University with great friends, fantastic events, and brilliant memories!

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Pleasance11.00am – 4.00pmEUSA

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EUACS Meet and Greet Teviot, Dining Room2.00pm – 6.00pmAFRICAN CARIBBEAN SOCIETY

A meet and greet of African Caribbean Society members and committee members. There’s great food, great music and great people. Join us in Teviot, Dining Room for an event not to be missed!

FREE EVENT

Intro to Tech WorkshopBedlam Theatre3.00pm – 4.00pmBEDLAM

Ever wanted to know how to make the sound of a New York traffic jam resonate through the auditorium of an old church in Scotland? Yes! No? Either way come along to Bedlam for an hour of promised ‘techie’ fun.


Slovak and Czech Grill and Frisbee PartyMeeting Point D3.00pm – 5.00pmSLOVAK AND CZECH SOCIETY

Come to taste some typical grilled Slovak and Czech food with us. Meet us in Meadows to get to know our community, play some Frisbee with us, grab a bite of awesome Czechoslovak grilled food and meet new people.

FREE EVENT

Ice Cream Meet and GreetTeviot, Debating Hall 3.30pm – 5.00pmSAVE THE CHILDREN SOCIETY

Come and grab some FREE ice cream (a selection of flavours will be provided) and meet the team of Edinburgh University’s Save the Children Society, where a brief chat about the charity will follow.

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Students and their DependentsPotterrow, Chaplaincy4.00pm – 6.00pmINTERNATIONAL OFFICE

This is a chance for all international students and their dependants to meet their peers, enjoy a cup of coffee in a friendly environment and find out what support is available at the University and beyond. Please

sign up here: https://networking-event-for-students-with-dependants.eventbrite.co.uk

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Film Screening: ‘The Yes Men are Revolting’Teviot, Study4.00pm – 6.30pmPEOPLE AND PLANET

Armed with nothing but thrift-store suits and a lack of shame, these iconoclastic revolutionaries lie their way into business events and government functions to expose the dangers of letting greed run our world.

FREE EVENT

Learn to KnitTeviot, Loft Bar5.00pm – 7.00pmKNITSOC

Fancy trying a new skill? Come learn to knit! Workshop where instructors from the society teach you the basic techniques. Wool and needles supplied. Beginners and experienced knitters welcome!

FREE EVENT

Argentine Tango Taster ClassPotterrow, Venue5.00pm – 7.00pmTANGO SOCIETY

Argentine tango, a sophisticated and sensual improvised social dance with a rich musical heritage. Come along to our taster class: no dancing experience, partner or dancing shoes required. It is all about feeling good and having fun!

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Pool CompetitionTeviot, Pool Room 5.00pm – 8.00pmEUSA

Open to all, a simple knock-out competition. Launches in Freshers’ and runs for the whole semester. The more your play, the more chance you have of getting to the finals. Prizes each week.

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Savoy Opera Group AuditionsPleasance, 48a5.00pm – 11.00pmSAVOY OPERA GROUP

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at Edinburgh, with over 50 years of experience, know how to put on a good show! Come and audition, no experience necessary! For details please email [email protected] or visit our Facebook page.

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Shakespeare WorkshopBedlam Theatre5.30pm – 6.30pmBEDLAM

Come along and discover how you can get involved in one of Edinburgh University’s newest and most exciting theatre societies. Whether you’re acquainted with the Bard or not, join in and have a blast. Everyone is invited, from novices to experts!


EUDU Public Debate Teviot, Debating Hall 5.30pm – 7.00pmDEBATES UNION

A great opportunity to see Scotland’s best competitive debaters in action. EUDU members will debate a controversial and engaging motion, demonstrating their public

speaking and analytical skills. Audience members get to grill them at the end with their own arguments!

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Chamber Choir AuditionsAlison House, Room B2.016.00pm – 9.00pmCHAMBER CHOIR

Your chance to be part of the Edinburgh University Chamber Choir this year – email or Facebook us, or come see us at the Activities’ Fair for more information and to sign up!

FREE EVENT

EUMS Freshers’ Week Scratch Rehearsal and SocialReid Concert Hall6.30pm – 8.30pmMUSIC SOCIETY

Join members of Edinburgh University Music Society for our annual Freshers’ Week Scratch Rehearsal followed by a social. Bring along your instruments and your best singing voices and get a feel of the oldest student-run music society in Scotland!

FREE EVENT

Shakespeare’s MonologuesBedlam Theatre7.00pm – 8.00pmBEDLAM

Allow some of Edinburgh University’s resident acting talent to regale you with a selection of the Bard’s most interesting monologues. From the renowned to the obscure, the tragic to the hilarious, there’s bound to be something for everyone!





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Desi DhamaalTeviot, Dining Room 7.00pm – 9.00pmPAKISTAN SOCIETY

PAKSOC presents Desi Dhamaal (Mehndi Ceremony) to express how a traditional wedding is practiced in Pakistan. If you want to explore a different culture, which consists of traditional dresses, desi dances and spicy food, this is the event for you.

TICKETS AVAILABLE ON DOOR

Pizza and Politics with the Liberal DemocratsTeviot, Balcony Room 7.00pm – 8.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY LIBERAL

DEMOCRATS

Come and join the Liberal Democrats on campus for some free pizza and relaxed political chat. We may have a Liberal Democrat Peer to join us. All students welcome, whether Liberal Democrats or not.

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LangSoc Meet and GreetTeviot, Middle Reading Room 7.00pm – 9.00pmLINGUISTICS AND ENGLISH

LANGUAGE SOCIETY

Our informal meet and greet evening is a great chance for you to meet other students on your course both in your year and above and to get to know LangSoc, who we are, and what we do.

FREE EVENT

FresherconPleasance, Highland Room7.00pm – 11.00pmSCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY

SOCIETY

Come and meet like-minded geeks at the Science Fiction and Fantasy Society’s Freshercon! We’ll watch a film, then have a geeky-themed pub quiz (with prizes!), with time for socialising in between. Refreshments (pizza, soft drinks) will be provided.

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Buchanan Institute CrawlTeviot, Lounge Bar7.30pm – 10.30pmTHE BUCHANAN INSTITUTE

Crawl to introduce the inner workings of the Buchanan Institute. Join Scotland’s only student-led Think Tank for a fun filled night. Meet the team while hitting up three pubs featuring the three stages of Buchanan and a final event for your enjoyment!

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Open Mic NightTeviot, Loft Bar7.30pm – 10.00pmPUBLISHED

PublishED will be hosting another fabulous open mic night! It’s our first one this year and the stage is filled with various events – from acoustic guitars to poetry. We have both seasoned performers and newcomers taking the stage – everyone welcome!

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SOAPBOXPleasance, Cabaret Bar 7.30pm – 10.30pmEUSA

Every fortnight we host the fantastic SOAPBOX in the Pleasance Cabaret Bar. Literary genius spilling out from award winning hosts and your

Edinburgh Revue Freshers’ Meet Up and CrawlTeviot, Sports Bar 8.00pm – 12.00amEDINBURGH REVUE

Join the Edinburgh Revue for our first meet up of semester. Find us in Teviot Sports Bar before heading out for a few drinks in some of our regular haunts.

FREE EVENT

Gin! Meet the DistillerTeviot, New Amphion 8.00pm – 10.00pmEUSA

Taste the Evolution of Gin. Learn about the distilling process and the alchemy behind the unique tastes of gin.

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MathSoc CrawlTeviot, Sports Bar 8.00pm – 11.00pmMATHS SOCIETY

Come and join MathSoc on one of our legendary pub crawls as we gallivant through the city

opportunity to get up on stage and wax lyrical about whatever it is you are passionate about. There are fortnightly themes, but this one is just for you Freshers.

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Film Soc QuizTeviot, Study 7.30pm – 9.30pmFILM SOCIETY

Come and put your film knowledge to the test at the Film Soc quiz. With questions on all aspects of film this is a great opportunity to meet fellow film lovers!

FREE EVENT

GameSoc Freshers’ CrawlMeet at Meeting Point D8.00pm – 12.00amGAMING SOCIETY

Join GameSoc for a merry pub crawl where you will be able to meet members of our committee, talk about video games, learn more about the University and most importantly, have fun!

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visiting various pubs as we go! This is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow first years in a social and friendly environment.

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Pub QuizBedlam Theatre8.00pm – 12.00amBEDLAM

Questions brought to you in the Bedlam auditorium.


New Scotland and Folk Soc Freshers’ CeilidhTeviot, Debating Hall8.00pm – 12.30amNEW SCOTLAND COUNTRY DANCE

SOCIETY AND FOLK SOC

Wondering what a ceilidh is and how you pronounce it? Join New Scotland Country Dance Society and Folk Soc for the annual Freshers’ ceilidh! Everyone welcome, no experience necessary. Probably the most fun you can have with your clothes on.

FREE EVENT

The biggest names in Mashup. With videos getting over 20 million views, and a Las Vegas residency under their belts, DJs from Mars are ready to raise the roof in Potterrow.

You do not want to miss this. Bring your party pants.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £10





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Untapped Talent Freshers’ gig in conjunction with Student Band NightTeviot, Underground9.00pm – 12.00amUNTAPPED TALENT AND EUSA

Untapped Talent is the society for musicians, run by musicians! We invite you to our first gig of the semester! Five acts! Four great hours of music! All are welcome!

FREE EVENT

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Poster SalePotterrow, Venue 9.00am – 5.00pm EUSA


FREE EVENT

Chamber Choir AuditionsAlison House, Room B2.019.00am – 5.00pmCHAMBER CHOIR

Your chance to be part of the Edinburgh University Chamber Choir this year.

FREE EVENT

Postgraduate Research Welcome EventMichael Swann Building, Swann Lecture Theatre, King’s Buildings9.15am – 12.00pmUNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

This is the University’s formal Welcome for all Postgraduate Research students. This includes hearing from and talking to

different services, networking with fellow students and hearing about the different opportunities available to you. This event is ticketed. Tickets are available online on the University’s ‘New Students’ webpage.

FREE EVENT



Did you know that University of Edinburgh has its own herd of Exmoor Ponies? Get some fresh air during your Freshers’ Week and come on one of our treks in the beautiful Pentland Hills with great views over the city. Special price of £15. Book your trek at the Activities Fair.


MedRAG Coffee RaidMeeting Point D10.00am – 2.00pmMEDRAG

Post night out coffee crawl! Get a feel for Edinburgh’s best coffee with the MedRAG committee’s

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coffee experts. Meet fellow coffee enthusiasts all while raising money for charity!

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Footlights AuditionsPleasance, Highland Room 11.00am – 11.00pmFOOTLIGHTS

Come along to the auditions for Edinburgh University Footlights’ 2016 production! Our show offers a six month long rehearsal process from September to show week in February. We put on the biggest scale production at the University – don’t miss out!

FREE EVENT

Bhangra and Bollywood TasterTeviot, Debating Hall12.00pm – 1.30pmEDINBURGH BHANGRA CREW

A free Bhangra and Bollywood dance taster class featuring some moves of these vibrant, energetic Indian dances, danced to infectious dhol drum beats you can’t help but shake those shoulders to. No previous experience necessary and all are welcome!

FREE EVENT

Get to Know Edinburgh with WellSocMeeting Point D12.00pm – 2.00pmMENTAL WEALTH AND

WELLBEING SOCIETY

Come and join us for a fun day out in Edinburgh! Get to know the city, meet new people and WellSoc. Prizes for the winners, followed by a picnic in the Meadows.

£3 ENTRY

Postgraduate Taught Welcome EventMichael Swann Building, Swann Lecture Theatre, King’s Buildings12.30pm – 2.45pm and 2.45pm – 5.00pmUNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

This is the University’s formal Welcome for all Postgraduate Taught students. This includes hearing from and talking to, different services, networking with fellow students and hearing about the different opportunities available to you. Tickets are available online on the University’s ‘New Students’ webpage.

FREE EVENT

EUWB Freshers’ BBQMeeting Point D1.00pm – 3.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

WIND BAND

Meet up with EUWB for a lunchtime BBQ. All food provided. Just for Freshers so no scary old banders! Come along even if you weren’t at the rehearsal.

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Footlights Freshers’ WorkshopPleasance, Highland Room1.00pm – 3.00pmFOOTLIGHTS

Are you interested in musical theatre? Always wanted to perform? Come along to Pleasance where Edinburgh University Footlights will take you through singing, dancing and acting workshops to give you

an idea what skills and fun the society offers!

FREE EVENT

PG TipsTeviot, Dining Room1.30pm – 2.30pmEUSA AND SOCIETEA

Enjoy some tea with the SocieTEA and EUSA. Lots of information is given to you in Freshers’ Week and this is your chance to come along and relax with a cuppa, ask any questions, and meet other postgrads. There’s no such thing as a stupid question in this room!

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Freshers’ Food FestivalPotterrow, Dome2.00pm – 5.00pmEU DEPARTMENT FOR

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILTY AND

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This year you’re in for a gastronomic treat.

Join us for an afternoon of delicious food and great live music, showcasing Edinburgh’s finest sustainable food businesses, food-loving societies and organisations!

We hope you’re hungry.

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Ballroom Taster SessionTeviot, Debating Hall2.00pm – 3.00pmBALLROOM DANCE SOCIETY

If you have never tried Ballroom Dancing before, now is your chance! EUBDS is hosting a taster session to give people a taste of Ballroom Dancing classes. Come along and learn to dance!

FREE EVENT

Bridge Building CompetitionTeviot, Loft Bar2.00pm – 4.00pmCIVIL ENGINEERING SOCIETY

Build bridges by building bridges! Meet your future course mates, older students and other bridge appreciators. Compete against lecturers and build the strongest bridge. K’nex provided.

FREE EVENT

Looking for Life Beyond EarthPleasance, Cabaret Bar2.00pm – 4.00pmASTROBIOLOGY SOC

A professional astrobiologist will give an introduction on how we

approach searching for life beyond Earth, and describe how their own research fits in to this exciting human project.

FREE EVENT

Gaelic Taster SessionTeviot, Debating Hall2.00pm – 4.00pmAN COMANN CEILTEACH

Interested in Gaelic culture, music and language? Come along to the Highland Society’s taster session where you can learn a few phrases, listen to Gaelic singers and story-tellers. The event will be bilingual and accessible to all levels. Failte romhaibh!

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History Society Goes to Edinburgh CastleMeeting Point D2.00pm – 4.00pmHISTORY SOCIETY

Join the History Society as they take you around Edinburgh’s most famous historical landmark: its castle! Go on a guided tour, or walk around at your own pace. You must be a member in order to come along. To join, find us at the Activities Fair.

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Theatre Paradok WorkshopBedlam Theatre2.00pm – 5.00pmTHEATRE PARADOK

Come and get to know Theatre Paradok. We are imaginative and like to push the limits of what is possible for performance, always valuing verve and charisma.


Let’s Shimmy and Shake: Free Belly Dance Taster ClassPleasance, 48a2.30pm – 4.30pmARABIC BELLYDANCE SOCIETY

Ever desired to communicate with your more graceful and alluring side? Want to learn how to shimmy and shake like Shakira? Come join the Arabic Belly dance society and learn how! A free taster class with professional belly dance teacher Moyra Banks.

FREE EVENT

Edinburgh Revue Alternative Campus TourMeeting Point D2.30pm – 4.00pmTHE EDINBURGH REVUE

Come on a journey with The Edinburgh Revue as we take you around campus and let you in on unknown secrets about the University’s most famed buildings.

FREE EVENT

Human Rights Tour of EdinburghMeeting Point D3.00pm – 5.00pmAMNESTY INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY

Hugely successful Human Rights Tour of historic Edinburgh! Discover the city sites from the perspective of a range of human rights issues. The perfect way to get involved with Amnesty International. The last stop is, of course, the pub!

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Taster Class and Tea DanceTeviot, Debating Hall3.30pm – 5.00pmSWING DANCE SOCIETY

Two left feet or a dancing pro? Whichever you are, learn to swing with one of the University’s foremost dance societies. EUSDS’s lovely teachers give you the basics of lindy hop to get you swinging. No partner or experience required!

FREE EVENT

Crafting with Felt: Roll-up Pencil HolderTeviot, Dining Room3.30pm – 5.30pmCREATE SOCIETY

Make your very own felt roll-up pencil case to hold all of that new stationery that you bought for starting university! No-sew, no experience required, just relaxing crafts with new friends that will help you get set for the semester.

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Polish Society BarbecueMeeting Point D4.00pm – 6.00pmPOLISH SOCIETY

As Freshers’ Week starts coming to a close, join the Polish Society for some hot food with friends in a relaxing setting with guitar, serious and silly conversations and fun games.

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ESCA Happy HourTeviot, Loft Bar4.30pm – 6.30pmEDINBURGH STUDENTS

CHARITIES APPEAL

We have a number of opportunities for volunteering throughout the year with our events including everything from hitch hikes to shark dives to marathons or even just pub quizzes! Come along to have a drink and find out more!

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We are the oldest musical theatre society at Edinburgh, with over 50 years of experience we know how to put on a good show! Come and audition, no experience necessary! For details please email [email protected] or visit our Facebook page.

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Film Screening: Access to the Danger Zone Film Screening Teviot, Study 5.00pm – 7.00pmFRIENDS OF MSF EDINBURGH

This documentary looks at the challenges of delivering humanitarian aid in armed conflicts, looking at Afghanistan, Somalia and eastern DRC. Interviews with MSF, Red Cross and UN give a harrowing but invaluable picture of our complex world now.

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A NumberBedlam Theatre5.30pm – 6.30pmBEDLAM

In a world where life and identity can be created and recreated “A Number” interrogates our sense of identity and family relationships as well as exploring the human implications of genetic science.


Literature Lovers Social Teviot, Balcony Room 6.00pm – 9.00pmPUBLISHED AND LITSOC

Love literature and the publishing world? Want to meet kindred spirits who care about books and writing? Come and meet up with LitSoc and PublishED for a friendly social where you can meet and greet and find out how to get involved in Edinburgh’s literature world!

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Pörkölt FeastPleasance, Pentland Room6.30pm – 9.00pm HUNGARIAN SOCIETY

Indulge yourself with some Hungarian Pörkölt, a traditionally meaty stew. Revel in the gluttony and taste a new experience. Looking forward to seeing you!

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Intro to the NewspaperTeviot, Loft Bar 7.00pm – 8.30pmSTUDENT NEWSPAPER

The Student is the UK’s oldest

student newspaper, founded in 1887 by Robert Louis Stevenson. Come along and find out more about the paper, how to get involved, and meet the writers and editors!

FREE EVENT

Classic CandlewastersBedlam Theatre7.00pm – 9.00pmBEDLAM

Kick-starting Bedlam’s 35th-anniversary celebrations, Candlewasters take a trip down memory lane, revisiting six of the company’s finest short scripts, written by the stars of yesterday, today, and tomorrow.


Sorting Ceremony Teviot, Dining Room 7.00pm – 11.00pmHARRY POTTER SOCIETY

Ever wondered which Hogwarts house you belong to? Complete the Heads of Houses’ challenges then join your house for the Harry Potter Society’s start of term feast!

Tickets are free for members and available from our Activities Fair stall.

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Film Screening: 22 Jump Street Teviot, Study 7.30pm – 9.30pmFILMSOC

Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill team up to go undercover again in college to investigate “WHYPHY”, a crazy new drug taking over campus. Hilarious from start to finish, what better way to start your university life?

FREE EVENT

Jazz Orchestra Freshers’ GigPleasance, Cabaret Bar 7.30pm – 9.30pmEU JAZZ ORCHESTRA

Come and start your Friday night with a FREE special live

Let’s Paint the Town RedMeeting Point D7.30pm – 12.00amEDINBURGH LABOUR STUDENTS

Edinburgh Labour Students will be going on their annual Freshers’ pub crawl! After the events in the week, it’s a night to meet up and get merry with those in the club. Let’s paint the town red!

FREE EVENT

set from Edinburgh University Jazz Orchestra! We’ll be playing everything from swing to soul and funk in a fantastic evening of big tunes. Come down and check out what we’re about if you fancy joining us this year!

FREE EVENT

UNICEF Pub Quiz Teviot, Underground7.30pm – 9.30pmUNICEF ON CAMPUS

Join us at our pub quiz to meet new people and get involved with all the FREE quizzy antics! Come along for a good laugh and a chance to prep those brains for university after a great Freshers’ Week.

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Why should The Big Cheese have all the fun? We apply some Potterrow magic to your favourite ceilidh shindigs so grab your newly made dancing partners and head to The Row for a full night of spinning, giggling and jigging!

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £10 We love Potterrow, we love ceilidhs!

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EUMDS Social Teviot, Loft Bar 8.30pm – 10.30pmMODERN DANCE SOC

Dig out your binoculars because tonight we are on a hunt for Wally. Armed with our red and white stripes and lens-less specs EUMDS are in search of a great night so come and mingle amidst our crowd.

FREE EVENT

The Improverts Tech WorkshopBedlam Theatre9.00pm – 10.30pmBEDLAM

Do you like loud noises, bright lights and epic music? Want to try your hand at creating this in a theatre? Then come along to the The Improverts tech workshop and get your first taste of Bedlam’s awesome tech team.


Fresh Air’s Mega Headphone Disco Teviot, Debating Hall 9.00pm – 3.00amFRESH AIR

Come and hear DJs from your student radio station, Fresh Air, battle it out across two channels as you dance along with your headphones!

FREE EVENT

The ImprovertsBedlam Theatre10.30pm – 11.30pmBEDLAM

Want to watch unique, fast paced and hilarious comedy? Then come along to The Improverts! We are an improvised comedy troupe who play various games based entirely on your suggestions and where your weird ideas will become side-splitting reality.


Mad Fat Dance Lab: Part 2 Teviot, Underground 11.00pm – 3.00amDANCE MUSIC SOC

DMS is back with their highly successful Mad Fat Dance Lab from last year. Our excellent DJs will be in the lab all night long.

FREE EVENT

Live Music in the Lounge

Teviot, Lounge Bar8.00pm – 12.00amEUSA



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Freshers’ Week Mixed Open Badminton Tournament 2015KB House, Badminton Hall 10.00am – 4.00pm EUSA

Mixed open badminton tournament for new students of all standards! All you need is your badminton kit – spare rackets will be available.

FREE EVENT

Freshers’ Week Mixed Open Squash Tournament 2015KB House, Squash Courts 10.00am – 4.00pm EUSA

Mixed open squash tournament for new students of all standards! All you need is your squash kit – spare rackets will be available.

FREE EVENT

Sign up at the Activities Office in Potterrow, any time during the week; the deadline for applications is 6pm on Thursday 17th September. We’ll confirm the playing times for all successful entrants at least 24 hours in advance of the tournament.

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EUYS Yoga Taster Day! Teviot, Debating Hall 10.00am – 3.00pm EUYS

Want to give yoga a try? Come along to the EUYS taster day! A vibrant and exciting day of yoga.

We are running six classes of varying style for you to choose from. The timetable for the day can be found here: www.facebook.com/EUYOGASOC

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Did you know that Edinburgh University has its own herd of Exmoor Ponies? Get some fresh air during your Freshers’ Week and come on one of our treks in the beautiful Pentland Hills with great views over the city. Special price of £15. Book your trek at the Activities Fair.


Dirty Weekenders – Freshers’ Week Project Meeting Point D10.00am – 4.00pmTHE DIRTY WEEKENDERS

Calling those who enjoy getting grubby and love the great outdoors. We’ll be heading to Holyrood Park to clear a firebreak in the gorse. Bring sturdy footwear and waterproofs (the rest is provided) and come along for a great day!

FREE EVENT

The Improverts Comedy WorkshopBedlam Theatre12.00pm – 2.00pmBEDLAM

Interested in improvisation? Seen The Improverts show and fancied having a go yourself? Whatever the reason come along to play some of the games we perform with our lovely cast in our improvised comedy workshop. It’s friendly, funny and free!


Mature and Part-Time Students Drop InPotterrow, Chaplaincy1.30pm – 5.00pmEUSA

This mixer session is a great opportunity to meet other mature and part-time students, and find out answers to your burning questions. Children are welcome under adult supervision.

FREE EVENT

Kubb in the MeadowsMeeting Point C2.00pm – 4.00pmSCANDINAVIAN SOCIETY

Come along to the Meadows for a great game of Kubb! If you’re looking to relax and have some fun, please come along. It’s a great way to find out more about what we do in the Scandinavian Society!

FREE EVENT

Art Soc Alternative Gallery Crawl Meeting Point D2.00pm – 4.30pmART SOC

Join Art Soc as we take a leisurely stroll around Edinburgh; stopping in at our favourite independent and smaller galleries and getting acquainted with the city’s lively art scene.

FREE EVENT

CHV Trip to Cramond IslandPleasance Courtyard2.00pm – 5.00pmCHILDREN’S HOLIDAY VENTURE

Unwind after a busy Freshers’ Week and escape the hustle and bustle of the city by visiting the picturesque Cramond Island with CHV, a local children’s charity. We’ll travel in our minibuses and venture to the pub for refreshment afterwards.

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Quidditch Open DayMeeting at the Main Library2.00pm – 5.00pmHARRY POTTER SOCIETY

Join Edinburgh University’s very own Quidditch team! Learn the rules, dodge the bludgers, pass the quaffle, and try to catch the golden snitch! IQA Quidditch open to anyone who wants to give this wonderful sport a go (brooms provided).

FREE EVENT

Female Voice Choir Taster SessionTeviot, Study 2.00pm – 4.00pmFEMALE VOICE CHOIR

Love singing? Hate auditions? Then this is the choir for you! Come along to our FREE taster session to get an idea of what we’re all about and meet us in person! We look forward to meeting you!

FREE EVENT

Pole Dancing Taster Session Pleasance, Highland Room 2.00pm – 5.00pm POLE DANCING SOCIETY

Want to get stronger, more flexible and have fun? Want to try one of the fastest growing fitness trends in the world? Come along to the Pole Dance Society’s taster and give it a go! Guys and girls welcome!

FREE EVENT

Social Justice Corner Teviot, Dining Room 2.00pm – 5.00pmPEOPLE AND PLANET

Meet the social justice and activist societies of Edinburgh in this chilled out version of the Activities Fair! Find out how ‘you can be the change you want to see’. Tea, coffee and snacks provided.

FREE EVENT

Open AuditionsBedlam Theatre2.00pm – 6.00pmBEDLAM

CHECK WWW.BEDLAMTHEATRE.CO.UK FOR MORE INFO

FREE EVENT

RevRock-Gospel Choir Freshers’ RehearsalPleasance, 48a 2.30pm – 5.00pmREVELATION ROCK-GOSPEL CHOIR

SOCIETY

The Freshers’ Rehearsal is a relaxed, informal and fun introduction to the choir. We’ll be playing some games, singing a few songs and getting to know each other over cake. Come along for a little taste of what we’re about!

FREE EVENT

Taster Class and Tea DanceTeviot, Debating Hall3.30pm – 5.00pmSWING DANCE SOCIETY

Two left feet or a dancing pro? Whichever you are, learn to swing with one of the University’s foremost dance societies. EUSDS’s lovely teachers give you the basics of lindy hop to get you swinging. No partner or experience required!

FREE EVENT


We are the oldest musical theatre society in Edinburgh. With over 50 years of experience we know how to put on a good show! Come and audition, no experience necessary! For details please email [email protected] or visit our Facebook page.

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TEVIOT LOUNGE BARTonight we host of live music in the shape of BRASS GUMBO, a musical melting pot of brass and percussion playing jazz and funk, followed by THE SHIVERIN’ SHEIKS whose ruthless panache will have you dancing for the duration of their set. This is all wrapped up by our house band THE UNREAL BOOK.

UNDERGROUNDThe underground turns into a true funk den tonight with amazing live music from 9.00pm by none other than the AKI REMALLY QUARTET followed by GLAMOUR AND THE BAYBES. If swirling organ solos, percussive horns and face melting guitar jams are your thing; you’ll want to join us for this!

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ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

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Teviot transforms into the fabulous Freshers’ Ball tonight as we celebrate your Freshers’ Week and your introduction to University life.

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The Mighty BIG CHEESE - we salute you!

Don’t want to queue for the Freshers’ Ball in Teviot? Can’t get enough of the Big Cheese?

WELL OK THEN!

The Wheel of Cheese will be stacked full of prizes tonight and we have a special guest arriving in the shape of GREG JAMES!

Greg James needs no introduction, you all know him as your favourite Radio 1 DJ and all round nice guy – what you may not know is that he has prepared a BRILLIANT DJ set for you lucky lot tonight. Get down early - 2nd, 3rd and 4th years are allowed back into this one, so it’s a real welcome to University of Edinburgh!


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LIBRARY BAR Your very own Fresh Air will be entertaining you in the Library Bar with live DJs, proving why you have the best student radio station in the UK.

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Elsewhere, in and around the building, we will have you enjoying the chocolate fountain, dancing to the Edinburgh University Jazz Orchestra. You can win chips on casino tables, be bowled over by magic, have fun in the photobooth and lots, lots, lots more!

DEBATING HALL The fabulous KILTER Ceilidh Band will be sending you whirling all the way through to 3.00am. Kilts at the ready!

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University ChaplaincyThe Chaplaincy is a University provision of pastoral and spiritual support for students and staff of all faiths and none.

WHAT WE OFFER:

SUNDAY 13 SEPT

Church SearchMeet outside Main Library9.30am – 11.00am and 5.30pm – 6.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Come and join us in exploring Edinburgh’s many amazing churches.

The Church Search is designed so that you can meet and chat to representatives from all the local churches with the aim of finding a church to regularly attend.

FREE EVENT

Student MassPollock Halls, JMCC6.40pm – 8.15pmCATHOLIC STUDENTS’ UNION

The first Student Mass of the semester. Committee members will be meeting outside the JMCC at Pollock Halls at 6.40pm to help you find your way there.

FREE EVENT

Cheese and Wine23 George Square, St. Albert the Great Chaplaincy Common Room8.15pm – 10.00pmCATHOLIC STUDENTS’ UNION

Join us after Student Mass for our first social of the week with a glass of wine and some cheese.

FREE EVENT

MONDAY 14

Drop-in Tea and CoffeePotterrow, Chaplaincy9.30am – 4.00pm Drop in and learn about the services provided by the Chaplaincy.

FREE EVENT

Arthur’s Seat WalkMeet at Pollock Main Gate11.30am – 1.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Come and join us for a wee walk up Edinburgh’s most famous hill! Feel free to bring some snacks to share at the summit!

FREE EVENT

Pre-Opening Ceremony Lunch and Bagels Potterrow, Chaplaincy12.00pm – 2.30pmMeet the Chaplaincy team and enjoy some delicious bagels!

(Vegetarian and vegan fillings will be available.) All are welcome, regardless of religious or spiritual background – the Chaplaincy is for all faiths and none.

FREE EVENT

BBQ23 George Square, St. Albert the Great Chaplaincy Common Room1.30pm – 4.30pmCATHOLIC STUDENTS’ UNION

Enjoy the balmy September weather with a barbeque in the Chaplaincy garden. Lots of great food! BYOB.

FREE EVENT

Dodgeball ChampionshipsTeviot, Debating Hall3.30pm – 5.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Get together a team or come alone to find a team for the dodgeball championships! It will be a small tournament with teams battling it out to become the ultimate dodgeball champions! Come ready in sports kit.

FREE EVENT

• A multi-faith and humanist team

• One-to-one support

• Events

• Lunchtime spiritual practice

• Short courses

• Ceremonies and services

• Welcome and hospitality

• Drop-in space

• Places for meetings

• Spaces for reflection

We offer confidential, non-judgemental listening, help in time of crisis and can link with specialist sources of help.The Chaplains try to provide support as quickly as possible.

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TUESDAY 15

International Students Calton Hill WalkMeet outside Potterrow, Chaplaincy11.00am – 1.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Get to know other international students on a walk up Calton Hill whilst catching some great views of the city, later we will head back to the Chaplaincy for some hot drinks and chat.

FREE EVENT

Chaplaincy Freshers’ FairPotterrow, Chaplaincy12.00pm – 2.30pm A great opportunity to discover the University’s Chaplaincy, its multi-faith team and its multi-purpose centre; to meet students from its religious and belief societies and to learn about its drop-in and other facilities, volunteering opportunities and social outreach programmes. A light lunch will be provided.

FREE EVENT

Free LunchGeorge Square12.30pm – 1.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

This is a brilliant opportunity to get nourished after hours of strolling around various events. We (CU) will be hosting free lunch stations in the heart of George Square campus for busy Freshers, as they explore the University of Edinburgh.

FREE EVENT

Scavenger Hunt23 George Square, St. Albert the Great Chaplaincy Common Room2.30pm – 6.30pmCATHOLIC STUDENT UNION

“Seek and you shall find”. Everyone loves a good scavenger hunt! Meet at 23 George Square to set out on an adventure around Edinburgh! Prizes and refreshments in the CSU common room afterwards.

FREE EVENT

Welcome Dinner – Islamic Soc Potterrow, Chaplaincy, Auditorium

6.00pm – 8.00pmISLAMIC SOCIETY

Meet other Muslim students or people who are interested in the Islamic Faith. We’ll introduce ISocEd, play some games and get to know each other better over some food.

FREE EVENT

Pub QuizTeviot, Dining Room9.00pm – 11.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Come and join the CU as we kick off our evening events with a classic pub quiz! Everyone is welcome. It would be great to see you there!

FREE EVENT

WEDNESDAY 16

Prayer BreakfastBuccleuch Church9.30am – 11.30amEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Start your day off with a free breakfast and a time of worship and prayer – what could be better! Come along, bring your friends and hungry tummies!

FREE EVENT

Drop in Tea and CoffeePotterrow, Chaplaincy9.30am – 4.00pm Drop in and learn about the services provided by the Chaplaincy.

FREE EVENT

Holy CommunionPotterrow, Chaplaincy, Room 11.10pm – 1.40pm Holy Communion, celebrated in the Anglican tradition. All are welcome.

FREE EVENT

Common Room Café23 George Square, St. Albert the Great Chaplaincy Common Room1.30pm – 4.00pmCATHOLIC STUDENTS’ UNION

The CSU common room will be open for anyone to drop by for a cup of tea or coffee and to meet members of the society. You’ll see us chatting on the steps outside 23 George Square to welcome you.

FREE EVENT

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Free LunchGeorge Square12.30pm – 1.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

This is a brilliant opportunity to get nourished after hours of strolling around various events. We (CU) will be hosting free lunch stations in the heart of George square campus for busy Freshers, as they explore Edinburgh University.

FREE EVENT

Hall Groups BBQPollock Halls, Holland House Common Room5.30pm – 8.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

This is an awesome opportunity to meet fellow Christian Freshers from your halls whilst having an awesome BBQ served for you! So come and join us for fun and free food!

FREE EVENT

CeilidhGreyfriar’s Kirk7.30pm – 10.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Come along to the Christian

Union’s biggest event – the annual Freshers’ Ceilidh! Wear your finest tartan attire and come ready to ‘strip the willow’. Just £5 on the door and ALL are welcome, it will be a night to remember!

£5 Entry

Mid-Week Meal23 George Square, St. Albert the Great Chaplaincy Common Room7.30pm – 11.00pmCATHOLIC STUDENTS’ UNION

“Man cannot live by bread alone” but free food is always a bonus! Join us for the first of our weekly meals in the Garden Room.

FREE EVENT

THURSDAY 17

Drop in Tea and CoffeePotterrow, Chaplaincy9.30am – 4.00pm CHAPLAINCY

Drop in and learn about the services provided by the Chaplaincy.

FREE EVENT

Capacitar Tai ChiPotterrow, Chaplaincy Room 11.10pm – 1.40pm CHAPLAINCY

Tai Chi class, led by our Associate Chaplain, Ali Newell. No previous experience is required and all are welcome.

FREE EVENT

Lovecrumbs VisitMeet outside ECA Main Building11.00am – 12.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Come along to meet other Christians in ECA, we’ll walk to Lovecrumbs for a cuppa and the BEST CAKE in Edinburgh!

FREE EVENT

Free Lunch Bar and TalkPotterrow, Chaplaincy Room 21.00pm – 2.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Come along for a FREE lunch and to hear a talk on the question “Are Christians Fundamentally Arrogant?”

FREE EVENT


Drop by any time for some easy afternoon relaxing on our comfortable sofas with free tea, coffee and cakes!

FREE EVENT

BenedictionSt. Albert the Great Chaplaincy Common Room, 23 George Square7.30pm – 9.30pmCATHOLIC STUDENTS’ UNION

Take a break from the Freshers’ Week madness with half an hour of prayer and reflection before the Blessed Sacrament, followed by Benediction. Tea and coffee in the CSU common room afterwards.

FREE EVENT

Grub CrawlMeet outside George Square Library7.30pm – 11.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

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different flats for a different course at each flat, the evening will be full of fantastic food and a chance to get to know some of the members of the CU.

FREE EVENT

FRIDAY 18

Drop in Tea and CoffeePotterrow, Chaplaincy9.30am – 4.00pm Drop in and learn about the services provided by the Chaplaincy.

FREE EVENT

International Edinburgh Scavenger Hunt and Meal Potterrow, Chaplaincy, Room 111.00am – 12.00pm EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Get to know Edinburgh by collecting a quiz from the Chaplaincy in the morning and then exploring Edinburgh in your groups. Later in the evening come to Life Church for a meal and to see how you did!

FREE EVENT

Worship, Prayer and LunchBuccleuch Church12.30am – 2.30pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

The Christian Union warmly invites you along to a time of worship and praise, prayer and a free, delicious lunch. We would love to have you, it will be great!

FREE EVENT

Mindful MeditationPotterrow, Chaplaincy, Room 11.10pm – 1.50pmMindfulness is a meditation practice about living in the present and being fully aware, which has been shown to benefit well-being in many situations.

The class is led by Dr Avinash Bansode, Honorary Mindfulness Chaplain. No previous experience is required and all are welcome.

FREE EVENT

Sports on the MeadowsMeeting at Middle Meadow Walk2.00pm – 4.00pmEDINBURGH UNIVERSITY

CHRISTIAN UNION

Head down to the Meadows for a few games of frisbee, touch rugby, rounders and hopefully some sunshine! We’ll meet on Middle Meadow Walk at the end of the Quartermile (by the benches). Just bring yourself, the more the merrier!

FREE EVENT

Rosary23 George Square, St. Albert the Great Chaplaincy Common Room2.00pm – 2.30pmCATHOLIC STUDENTS’ UNION

Take a break from the Freshers’ Week madness. Half an hour of reflection and prayer with rosary in the chapel. Tea and coffee in the CSU common room afterwards.

FREE EVENT


Drop by any time for some easy afternoon relaxing on our comfortable sofas with free tea, coffee and cakes!

FREE EVENT

How to be a Bad Christian Potterrow, Chaplaincy Room 13.00pm – 4.30pm STUDENT CHRISTIAN MOVEMENT

Join the Student Christian Movement for a discussion on love, skepticism, and bad Christianity. Tea and excellent biscuits provided. Open to persons of all faith and none.

FREE EVENT

SATURDAY 19

Calton Hill Climb and History Picnic 23 George Square, St. Albert the Great Chaplaincy Common Room1.30pm – 4.30pmCATHOLIC STUDENTS’ UNION

Join us for a relaxing afternoon’s climb of Calton Hill, in the very heart of Edinburgh to learn about our exciting city and enjoy a picnic lunch. Meet us at 23, George Square at 1.30pm.

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Don’t forget you need to pick up a ticket from Baristo Box Office at Potterrow on the day of your tour!

SATURDAY SEPT 12

King’s Buildings Campus TourMeet at the King’s Buildings Library11.00am – 12.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Get to know the place you’ll be spending most of your time for the next few years with this informative tour of the King’s Buildings campus. Including some useful hints, tips and directions for your time in Edinburgh!

FREE EVENT

Arthur’s Seat ClimbMeet at Pollock Halls reception11.00am – 1.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Rising to a height of 251m and 350 million years old, on a clear day the Ochil Hills beyond the Forth Road Bridge and the Firth of Forth can even be seen. Wear sensible shoes and warm clothes!

FREE EVENT

Our See the City Tours are so popular that

you must collect your ticket from Baristo

Box Office early on the day of the tour.

To make sure you are in with a good chance of getting on the tour of your choice, visit Baristo Box Office in Potterrow (open from 9am) on the morning of the tour. See the City trips are free for wristband holders, but you do need a ticket, which will be given to you for free on production of your wristband. If you do not have a Freshers’ wristband, some See the City tour tickets will cost you £5. Tickets must be collected from Baristo Box Office in Potterrow on the day of the trip so get there early! Tickets will not be available at the Meeting Points!

Some tours will require you to get a bus, please make sure you have the right change before you get on! It’s £1.50 for a single ticket or £4.00 for a day pass.

See the City tour tickets are limited to one per person for each tour.

Please make sure you are at the tour early, as they will leave promptly!

The Main Library at the University is located in George Square. If you’d like to have a look around there is a self-guided tour of the main library that you can find at the bottom of this web page: www.ed.ac.uk/is/main-library.


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Mature Students’ Coffee Crawl Meet at Meeting Point A12.00pm – 2.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Come and meet other mature students in a relaxed and leisurely crawl round some of the many coffee houses of the city. See where J. K. Rowling wrote Harry Potter, meet new friends and enjoy your day the caffeinated way!

FREE EVENT

Coffee CrawlMeet at Meeting Point A3.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Sample some of Edinburgh’s excellent coffee houses, have a good chat and indulge in some gorgeous coffee and cake; tea lovers welcome too, of course.

FREE EVENT

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point A4.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Get to know the place you’ll be spending most of your time for the next few years with this informative tour of the George Square and Old College campus.

FREE EVENT

SUNDAY SEPT 13

King’s Buildings Campus TourMeet at the King’s Buildings Library12.00pm – 1.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Get to know the place you’ll be spending most of your time for the next few years with this informative tour of the King’s Buildings campus. Including some useful hints, tips and directions for your time at Edinburgh!

FREE EVENT

Art CrawlMeet at Meeting Point A12.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

One for the art lovers out there – a day packed full of as many landscapes, portraits and abstracts as you can possibly handle! Starting at our very own Talbot Rice Gallery with some fantastic exhibitions in a unique historical environment.

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Arthur’s Seat ClimbMeet at Meeting Point B1.00pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

City Art Centre Meet at Meeting Point A1.30pm – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Enjoy a visit to the City Art Centre, a main Edinburgh art gallery with one of the best collections of Scottish art. They show interesting exhibitions from our own collections and from all over the world.

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Coffee CrawlMeet at Meeting Point C2.00pm – 4.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT



We will have two different crawls running two different routes at the same time!

FREE EVENT

Royal Botanic Gardens Meet at Meeting Point B2.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Refresh your senses and explore the riches of the green kingdom at one of the world’s finest botanic gardens. Journey through warmer climes in the Glasshouses or discover contemporary art at Inverleith House.

FREE EVENT

PG IKEA Trip Meet at Meeting Point A2.30pm – 5.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Just arrived here and in need of that incredibly stylish but affordable Swedish design lamp? Just want to check out our IKEA with fellow postgrad students? Here’s your chance!

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The Original Underground TourMeet at Meeting Point C5.00pm – 6.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Visit the infamous vaults hidden under the South Bridge in Edinburgh’s Old Town. Hear tales of how the poor and unfortunate lived in these former slums. Explore these dimly lit vaults, once the haunt of criminals and witches!

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MONDAY SEPT 14

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point A10.00am – 11.00amEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Arthur’s Seat ClimbMeet at Pollock Halls Reception10.00am – 12.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


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Portobello Beach TripMeet at Meeting Point A10.30am – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Join us for an afternoon spent paddling, sun-bathing and eating chips and ice-cream at Portobello Beach! We can’t guarantee the weather, but some seaside antics are promised!

FREE EVENT

King’s Buildings Campus TourMeet at the King’s Building Library11.00am – 12.00pm EUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Scottish Parliament VisitMeet at Meeting Point B11.00am – 1.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Scotland’s Parliament sits at the foot of Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile in front of the spectacular Holyrood Park. Take a tour to see the buildings that make up parliament and learn about what goes on behind the doors.

FREE EVENT

The Writers’ MuseumMeet at Meeting Point A11.00am – 2.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Dedicated to some of Scotland’s greatest writers, The Writer’s Museum is packed full of interesting artefacts, manuscripts and portraits all linked to the rich literary history that Scotland boasts.

There is something here for everyone to enjoy, whether you’re a book-worm or not!

FREE EVENT

Craigmillar CastleMeet at Meeting Point A11.45am – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

One of Scotland’s best preserved castles, Craigmillar Castle is a beautiful structure featuring a tower house with stunning views and many nooks and crannies to explore! Come and discover Mary Queen of Scots’ safe haven and get out of the city centre for a wee while.

FREE EVENT

Calton Hill WalkMeet at Meeting Point C12.00pm – 2.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Join us for a leisurely stroll up one of Edinburgh’s main hills, set right in the city centre. Calton Hill is unmistakable with its Athenian acropolis poking above the skyline. Easily accessed, this is usually a quiet and serene place to come and enjoy the panoramic views of the city.

FREE EVENT

St Giles’ CathedralMeet at Meeting Point A12.30pm – 2.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

St Giles’ Cathedral is the stunning city Church of Edinburgh located on the Royal Mile. The cathedral is famous for its beautiful architecture, breath-taking stained glass and historic memorials. Come and explore it with us!

FREE EVENT

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus TourMeet at Meeting Point B12.45pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Visit both the New and Old Towns, and on the way you can hop-off and on to visit some of the many great sights in Edinburgh that are seen to best advantage from the top deck of an open-top bus.

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We will have two different crawls running two different routes at the same time!

FREE EVENT

National Museum of ScotlandMeet at Meeting Point D1.00pm – 4.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Our Scottish galleries guide you from the origins of history to the present day, the earliest cultures to space age science, prehistory to pop culture. From Iron Age trumpets to bionic hands, each object tells its own tale about life in Scotland.

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Scotch Whisky ExperienceMeet at Meeting Point A1.30pm – 3.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Take a swirling, bubbling barrel ride through a replica distillery as you become part of the whisky making process. Along the way you’ll hear the stories behind this magical craft, with expert tour guides and whisky advisors with you every sip of the way!

OVER 18 EVENT

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IKEA TripMeet at Meeting Point A2.30pm – 5.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Just arrived here and want to make your student accommodation feel like your own little home? Just want to check out our IKEA with fellow students? Here’s your chance!

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Graveyard Mystery and Murder TourMeet at Meeting Point A6.30pm – 9.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Join us as we journey through the darker side of two of Edinburgh’s most haunted and historical graveyards. We also venture through the Old Town to hear stories of mystery, murder, plague and of the characters and history that have helped create Edinburgh’s dark side, told in a humorous and entertaining way.

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TUESDAY SEPT 15

Royal Botanic Gardens Meet at Meeting Point B10.00am – 1.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Art CrawlMeet at Meeting Point A11.00am – 4.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Gorgie City Farm Meet at Meeting Point A11.30am – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

This city-based farm is home to a wide range of livestock and a Pet Lodge for more exotic animals such as tortoises and chinchillas, in addition to 19 species of wild birds who nest in the area.

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Gilmerton CoveMeet at Meeting Point B12.00pm – 2.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Discover the mystery of Gilmerton Cove, a series of hand-carved passageways and chambers that lie below ground to the south of the city. Maybe it was a drinking den for gentry, a refuge for persecuted Scots or a smugglers’ lair? Who knows?

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The History of the University of EdinburghMeet at Meeting Point A12.30pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

This is an opportunity to find out about the history of the University of Edinburgh and some of the famous faces that were once students at this historic institution, through a guided walking tour.

FREE EVENT

Rosslyn Chapel VisitMeet at Meeting Point C12.45pm – 4.45pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Featured in Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code, Rosslyn has always been a place of great beauty and mystery. Founded in 1446 by Sir William St Clair, 3rd Prince of Orkney, the chapel as it stands today took some forty years to build.

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Not Another Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point A1.00pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Join us for a tour of Edinburgh’s most ethical and sustainable places! Learn where to fix your bike, find healthy food shops and discover the best fitness spots. Our tour includes delicious FREE tasters, exclusive offers and no-nonsense advice.

FREE EVENT



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PG Students’ Coffee Crawl Meet at Meeting Point A2.00pm – 4.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Come and meet other postgraduate students in a relaxed and leisurely crawl round some of the many coffee houses of the city. Meet new friends and enjoy your day the caffeinated way!

FREE EVENT



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Edinburgh DungeonsMeet at Meeting Point A3.30pm – 5.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Step into the famous Edinburgh Dungeons and discover Scotland’s murky past in this exciting walkthrough experience. You will laugh and scream as you encounter gripping storytelling, exciting rides and thrilling special effects.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

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Coffee CrawlMeet at Meeting Point A 4.00pm – 6.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


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WEDNESDAY SEPT 16

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point A10.00am – 11.00amEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Calton Hill WalkMeet at Meeting Point C10.00am – 12.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Portobello Beach TripMeet at Meeting Point A10.30am – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Join us for an afternoon spent paddling, sun-bathing and eating chips and ice-cream at Portobello Beach! We can’t guarantee the weather, but some seaside antics are promised!

FREE EVENT

Arthur’s Seat ClimbMeet at Pollock Halls Reception 11.00am – 1.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Coffee CrawlMeet at Meeting Point A 12.00pm – 2.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


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Edinburgh Zoo and Animal HandlingMeet at Meeting Point C 12.00pm – 4.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Visit the giant pandas, see the vast range of animal species on show and experience an animal handling session. If you’re scared of spiders, skip the animal handling!

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

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Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Meet at Meeting Point B12.45pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Visit both the New and Old Towns, and on the way you can hop-off and on to visit some of the many great sights in Edinburgh that are seen to best advantage from the top deck of an open-top bus.

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The Peoples’ Story MuseumMeet at Meeting Point A1.30pm – 4.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Housed in the Canongate Tollbooth, a Royal Mile landmark built in 1591 – once home to the courthouse, prison and the centre of burgh affairs – The People’s Story explores the lives of Edinburgh’s ordinary people at work and play from the 18th century to the present day.

FREE EVENT

Palace of Holyroodhouse VisitMeet at Meeting Point B1.45pm – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Part of the Royal Collection, along with Buckingham Palace and others. Come and see the apartments, abbey and artefacts that are within the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5



FREE EVENT

The Writers’ MuseumMeet at Meeting Point A 2.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Dedicated to some of Scotland’s greatest writers, The Writer’s Mu-seum is packed full of interesting artefacts, manuscripts and por-traits all linked to the rich literary history which Scotland boasts.


FREE EVENT



FREE EVENT

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point D4.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

PG and Mature Students’ Mystery Cinema TripMeet at Meeting Point A 6.30pm – 10.00pm EUSA – SEE THE CITY

Meet in Bristo Square for a mysterious trip to one of Edinburgh’s classic cinemas.

FREE EVENT

CINEMA TICKET NOT INCLUDED

THURSDAY SEPT 17

Scottish Parliament VisitMeet at Meeting Point A9.45am – 12.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


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Can You Escape?Meet at Meeting Point C10.00am – 12.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Can You Escape is a live room escape game: you and your team will be locked in a room and the countdown will begin! You have an hour to solve the puzzles and escape the room. Can you beat the clock? Spaces for this event are very limited so get down quickly!

FREE EVENT

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point A11.00am – 12.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point A11.00am – 12.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Get to know the place you’ll be spending most of your time for the next few years with this informative tour of the George Square and Old College campus

FREE EVENT

Coffee CrawlMeet at Meeting Point C11.00am – 1.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT


Rising to a height of 251m and 350 million years old, on a clear day the Ochil Hills beyond the

Forth Road Bridge and the Firth of Forth can even be seen. Wear sensible shoes and warm clothes!

FREE EVENT

Art CrawlMeet at Meeting Point A12.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT



FREE EVENT

National Museum of ScotlandMeet at Meeting Point A1.00pm – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5


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Royal Yacht BritanniaMeet at Meeting Point B1.00pm – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

This magnificent ship has hosted some of the most famous people in the world. Above all, however, it has been home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family. Furnished to the personal taste of The Queen, Britannia has also provided a honeymoon get-away for four royal couples.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5



FREE EVENT

Palace of Holyroodhouse VisitMeet at Meeting Point A1.45pm – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Part of the Royal Collection, along with Buckingham Palace and others. Come and see the apartments, abbey and artefacts that are within the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5

PG Students Coffee Crawl Meet at Meeting Point C3.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Come and meet other postgraduate students in a relaxed and leisurely crawl round some of the many coffee houses of the city. Meet new friends and enjoy your day the caffeinated way!

FREE EVENT

Dean Village TourMeet at Meeting Point A 3.15pm – 6.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Described as a “a silver thread in a ribbon of green”. A walk along Edinburgh’s river the Water of Leith, and stroll through the historical Dean Village and cemetery ending up at two of Edinburgh’s modern art galleries.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5

Edinburgh DungeonsMeet at Meeting Point A3.30pm – 5.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Step into the famous Edinburgh Dungeons and discover Scotland’s murky past in this exciting walkthrough experience. You will laugh and scream as you encounter gripping storytelling, exciting rides and thrilling special effects.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5



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FRIDAY SEPT 18

Scottish Parliament VisitMeet at Meeting Point A9.45am – 12.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Coffee CrawlMeet at Meeting Point C11.00am – 1.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Edinburgh Zoo and Animal HandlingMeet at Meeting Point A 11.00am – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Visit the giant pandas, see the vast range of animal species on show and experience an animal handling session. If you’re scared of spiders, skip the animal handling!

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5

The Writers’ MuseumMeet at Meeting Point A12.00pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Dedicated to some of Scotland’s greatest writers, The Writer’s Museum is packed full of interesting artefacts, manuscripts and portraits all linked to the rich literary history that Scotland boasts.


FREE EVENT

Camera Obscura Meet at Meeting Point C12.00pm – 2.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Enjoy the fascinating Camera Obscura Show, fantastic views of Edinburgh, and five floors packed full of an amazing range of optical experiences which have been amusing visitors of all ages and nationalities since 1853!

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5

Royal Mile TourMeet at Meeting Point C1.00pm – 3.45pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Want to walk in the footsteps of Kings and Queens? Why not join us on our unique walk down the Royal Mile.

Our interactive tour will take you on an entertaining journey of discovery along one of the world’s most famous streets.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5

Edinburgh Castle TripMeet at Meeting Point D1.00pm – 4.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Edinburgh Castle dominates Scotland’s capital city from its great rock. The building has helped shape the nation’s story and countless generations have been and inspired by it. Come along and find out the historical gems the castle holds!

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5


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Mature Students’ Coffee Crawl Meet at Meeting Point A 1.00pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Come and meet other mature students in a relaxed and leisurely crawl round some of the many coffee houses of the city. See where J. K. Rowling wrote Harry Potter, meet new friends and enjoy your day the caffeinated way!

FREE EVENT

Dynamic EarthMeet at Meeting Point D 1.45pm – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Beginning with the Big Bang, you can witness the creation of the Earth, follow the planet through its evolution and even catch glimpses of its future.

FREE WITH WRISTBAND

NO WRISTBAND: £5



FREE EVENT

The History of the University of EdinburghMeet at Meeting Point B 2.00pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

This is an opportunity to find out about the history of the University of Edinburgh and some of the famous faces that were once students at this historic institution, through a guided walking tour.

FREE EVENT



FREE EVENT

Calton Hill WalkMeet at Meeting Point C2.30pm – 4.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point A 3.00pm – 4.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Arthur’s Seat ClimbMeet at Pollock Halls Reception3.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


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SATURDAY SEPT 19

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point A 10.00am – 11.00amEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

Arthur’s Seat ClimbMeet at Meeting Point B11.00am – 1.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

National Museum of ScotlandMeet at Meeting Point A 11.00am – 2.30pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT



FREE EVENT



FREE EVENT

George Square Campus TourMeet at Meeting Point B1.00pm – 2.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

PG Students’ Coffee Crawl Meet at Meeting Point A 1.00pm – 3.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY

Come and meet other postgraduate students in a relaxed and leisurely crawl round some of the many coffee houses of the city. Meet new friends and start your day the caffeinated way!

FREE EVENT

Royal Botanic Gardens Meet at Meeting Point B 2.00pm – 5.00pmEUSA – SEE THE CITY


FREE EVENT

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EVERY MONDAY, the Lounge Bar hosts Jazz Night – an open jam jazz session where anyone can come and play along with the house mu-sicians. You’ll hear a selection of jazz classics, and with the lively crowd of swing dancers coming to practice after their lesson – be sure to bring your dancing shoes.

On TUESDAYS enjoy our weekly Grassroots Comedy at the Pleasance Cabaret Bar, where you’ll get an opportunity to showcase your comic skills.

You are spoilt for choice on a weekly basis as we host some fantastic free entertainment throughout the week

Keep your eyes peeled for our very own Folksoc taking to the stage every WEDNESDAY in the Lounge Bar.

Our WEEKLY quizzes in Teviot, Pleasance and King’s Buildings are always loads of fun, so grab some mates and head down early to find a good table.

On THURSDAYS the Teviot Underground plays host to our Student Band Night where we will showcase your band. Also, we welcome back the popular SOAPBOX - your literary night, hosted by students in the Pleasance, Cabaret Bar.

THE BIG CHEESE will set you up for years of silly dancing EVERY SATURDAY. Who needs dignity when you have Chesney Hawkes and the Baywatch theme tune?

Every SUNDAY we’ll be play-ing some of your favourite box sets back to back, so come along, grab a comfy chair and do exactly what Sundays were made for – relaxing.

We’ll be running REGULAR Poetry Slams for you to get involved with down at the Cabaret Bar.

We’ll have regular food and drink sessions where you can meet the professionals and learn about gin distilling, cider making and beer brewing; or decorate cupcakes whilst sipping cocktails.

SPORTS FANS can watch all the action of the big games on the big screens and compete in our weekly pool, snooker and FIFA tournaments.

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BEYOND FRESHERS WEEK

BIG CHEESE WELCOME BACK PARTY

THE PLEASANCE SESSIONS Friday 9 – Sunday 11 October

Your very own award nominated festival returns, showcasing a weekend of handpicked Scottish artists – all hosted in our Pleasance Theatre and Cabaret Bar. We have some very special acts coming this year, the Pleasance Sessions Market Place will be stopping by for you to peruse and purchase all of your favourite independent music, and Och!Toberfest beer festival, comprising of Scottish brewers will also be popping up. Keep your eyes peeled for details. One not to miss.

TEVIOT HOUSE OF HORRORS Saturday 31 October

The biggest and best Halloween event in Edinburgh! 1,400 revellers dressed up in fancy attire as the entire building is transformed beyond recognition. With massive guests The Midnight Beast performing their DJ set, start getting your costumes sorted!

ST ANDREWS DAY CELEBRATIONS Monday 30 November

Ceilidhs, Scottish food and music in Teviot with one of Scotland’s premier ceilidh bands. An absolute must for all new Scottish dwellers.

ROLLERDISCO Wednesday 18 November

Potterrow transforms into a Roller-Rink for one night only, with a sprinkle of Big Cheese love. 80’s fancy dress is encouraged.

The Scottish Rugby Varsity MatchSaturday 26 September

The Scottish Varsity Rugby Match between two of Scotland’s most historic Universities sees the players of the University of St. Andrews RFC and Edinburgh University RFC take an age old rivalry at Murrayfield Stadium.

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Saturday 26 September

The Big Cheese welcomes back all of our returning students in Week 1 and we will be kicking off in true Potterrow Style.

Get your double denim on, as tonight The Big Cheese welcomes B*Witched to the stage. Clear your diary as its going to be massive.

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General Entry Guidelines

The venues have limited capacity; therefore, if the venue is at capacity you will not gain entry, regardless of all other rules.

It is not necessary during Freshers’ Week, or any other time of year, for matriculated University of Edinburgh students to prove that they are over 18 to gain entry to the union buildings. However, you are required to carry proof of age with you if you wish to purchase alcohol.

Only over 18s can drink or buy alcohol in our venues, all visitors will have their age checked upon entry to the building and those over 18 will be issued a wristband.

There is strictly no entry after 2am.

EUSA operates a strict no drinking in queues policy and those drinking in the queue will be denied entry.

Persons found to be under the influence will also not be admitted into the buildings.

Entry for Freshers’ Week Wristband Holders

A Freshers’ Week Wristband is not Proof of Age. So if you want to buy or drink alcohol at EUSA events you will need suitable photographic ID: a driving licence, passport or anything bearing a PASS logo. To find out more about the PASS scheme visit www.pass-scheme.org.uk.

A wristband grants free entry to all the EUSA events. The union buildings, when there are no specific events running, will still be open to everyone for the duration of Freshers’ Week.

A Freshers’ Week Wristband does not guarantee entry to any event due to capacity restrictions. Please be aware of this and arrive early to events that you wish to attend.

Entry for Students Without a Freshers’ Week Wristband

Individuals without a Freshers’ Week Wristband will be able to gain entry to events, however there may be a charge per event. The Freshers’ Wristband is designed to save you money if you wish to attend more than

2 or 3 events during the week it is recommended.

Individuals without a Freshers’ Week Wristband are not guaranteed entry to the unions on any night of Freshers’ Week.

Special door policy for Saturday 12th September

Saturday September 12th is the first day of Freshers’ Week 2015. If you haven’t bought a Freshers’ wristband yet, and decide to just pay to gain entry to ‘The Big Cheese featuring Union J’ as a single event and later decide you want to buy a Freshers’ Week Wristband, you may redeem the amount of this ticket against your Freshers’ Wristband on Sunday 13th when bringing the receipt to one of our box offices. This offer is only valid on Sunday 13th with a valid ticket receipt.

Special door policy for Post Grad and Mature Student Events

Potterrow is hosting a Ceilidh for Post Grad and Mature students on Wednesday 16th September.

ID is required to prove you are a

PG or Mature student - with an EU Matric card and proof that you are over 21.

This is also applicable for the Mature Cheese in Teviot’s Debating Hall on Tuesday 15th September.

See The City Tours

Due to the limited number of spaces on our See the City trips, you will need a ticket. Therefore, you will need to pick up your ticket in advance, on the day of the tour from any of the box offices.

All See the City trips are free for wristband holders, but you will still need to pick up a ticket. If you do not have a Freshers’ Wristband, some tours can cost £5. All tours require you to get a ticket from Baristo Box Office prior to leaving time!

Only one ticket will be given in advance per person.

YOU ARE ONLY ABLE TO PICK UP TICKETS ON THE DAY OF YOUR TOUR. Tickets will be available from 9am.

These policies will be strictly adhered to:

DO NOT LOSE IT

Treat your wristband with great care, DO NOT CUT IT OFF DURING FRESHERS’ WEEK. If you lose it you won’t be able to get into certain events, and it would be a shame for you to miss out.

Unfortunately we will be unable to replace lost wristbands.

Please also be aware that wristbands that have been altered will not be accepted.

If you find your wristband is fraying, please contact the box office.

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Edinburgh University Students’ Association

Edinburgh University Students’ Association (EUSA) is a charity (SC015800) and company limited by guarantee (SC429897)

registered in Scotland.

All information was correct at time of print but is subject to change.

Please refer to eusa.ed.ac.uk/whatson for the most up to date information.

Documents

EUSA Freshers' Week 2015 What's On Guide