Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Welcome Activities & Icebreakers
- Numerous Clubs and Societies
- Student Discounts and Nights Out
- Academic Launch (Yes, It Does Exist)
- Tips for Surviving UCLan events for first-year students
- Conclusion: Your First Step into University Life
Introduction
Freshers Week is a flurry of activities, societies, freebies, late nights, and, most likely, a few dubious hangovers, marking the beginning of the main transition into university life for those accepted to UCLan. Consider it the new place of chaos, excitement, and opportunities that make up your welcome package to college life. If you’re curious about what really happens, here’s the rundown, broken down into tips so you can handle your Fresher’s week like an expert.
Welcome Activities & Icebreakers
- Madness at the Meet-and-Greet: Join in on all the “get to know you” activities happening on campus based on student life at UCLan. Participate in campus tours and introductory speeches to make new friends.
- Flatmate Vibes: Most likely, your first roommates will be your college-life roommates, so don’t undervalue the ability of group activities to foster camaraderie.
- The UCLan Welcome Fair: Imagine free pizza coupons, tote bags, and pencils making the overall vibe fun and colorful!
Numerous Clubs and Societies
- There is a society for everyone, regardless of your interests, whether they are dancing, debating, gaming, or cheese tasting (yes, that is a thing).
- You can try that odd pastime guilt-free because most civilizations allow you to try before you commit.
- Becoming a member of a society gives you access to a pre-existing friend network and Wednesday night plans.
Student Discounts and Nights Out
- During Freshers, Preston’s nightlife is booming. Neon paint, corny music, and themed nights are to be expected.
- Your student card is your best bet for anything from inexpensive kebab runs at three in the morning to half-priced beverages.
- Pace yourself, though, because this is a marathon, not a sprint. First-year students’ flu is a real thing, and no, freshers cannot afford to make it go away.
Academic Launch (Yes, It Does Exist)
- During Freshers’ Week, you will really have a few academic sessions. They are the initial step in your course; therefore, don’t ignore them.
- First impressions matter, and Freshers’ Week is the best time for you to make a strong mark amongst your mates and teachers. Arrive, smile, and stop smelling like the VKs from last night.
- Make friends with them early. They’ll be the ones sharing notes when you “accidentally” oversleep.
Tips for Surviving UCLan events for first-year students
- Until it’s not, your student loan seems limitless. Don’t spend all of your money on Jägerbombs and cheesy crisps.
- Keep yourself hydrated (with water as well) by balancing out the points with H2O. You will be appreciative in the future.
- Say “yes,” but not “to everything.” You don’t have to go to every event. Make wise choices and save your energy from unnecessary things.
- The way homesickness strikes is prevalent. Stay connected with your family and close ones, but immerse yourself in university life; things will improve.
Conclusion: Your First Step into University Life
UCLan’s Freshers’ Week is essentially a crash course in student life, consisting of parties, survival manuals, and “who even am I now?” You have the opportunity to travel, make new friends, and begin your university experience with memories and perhaps some stories you won’t share with your mother. Remember that this is only the beginning of your university journey, keep your equilibrium, and approach the situation with an open mind.
