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A full guide to all that's taking place during Freshers Week 2012 at the University of Stirling!

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Saturday 8th September

Meet your F Team!They’re here to help you – a merry army of current students who know exactly what it’s like to be starting Uni. You’ll not miss them – they’ll be out and about on campus all week so stop them and say hi! They’ll be dishing out our O�cial Freshers 2012 lanyards as well so track them down!10am until 5pm Everywhere!

Welcome to HallsF Team members and Union O�cers will be on hand to help you move in and let you know about everything you need for Freshers Week!10am until 4pm Halls of Residence

Everything you need in one place!Don’t miss your chance to get everything you need to make the most of Freshers 2012 – get your event tickets, pick up your pre-ordered F Pass and Freshers challenge T-Shirt, buy your Union Flexi-Meal Deal package, NUS Extra card and get your Stirling Uni Hoodie!10am until 5pm Atrium

Your UnionPop into your Union to check out what’s on o�er! We’re open for food, a Starbucks co�ee or even a cold beer. Plus we’ll be showing the very best live International Football including Scotland v Serbia during the day.11am onwards The Union

Pre-club fun!Studio is the single greatest place to meet new people, so come along and relax in your Union! Pop in ahead of joining us for the Freshers UV Party.7pm until 2am The Union/Studio

Freshers 2012 Launch EventFreshers UV Party!Put on your best neon out�ts, wear your white Freshers challenge t-shirts and get ready to Glow as you join us for the o�cial kick-o� to Freshers 2012! Get your face painted by our FREE UV face painter. Grab your glowsticks and listen to the latest tunes smashing the dance�oor!Be warned: get there early to avoid missing out as queues are legendary!10pm until 3am The Union/Envy £5

Sunday 9th September

Union Welcome Visit your Union and check out all that’s on o�er, �nd out how to join the Sports Union and Clubs or simply grab a Starbucks co�ee or some tasty treats! After Welcome Talks The Union

Freshers Bags 2012Everybody wants one! They are the must have item for Freshers Week 2012 – rammed with freebies, student discounts and even a handy Union Wallplanner, you’ll want to grab one before they’re all gone. Pop along to the Union welcome sessions to get yours!11am until 2pm The Union

Grab your tickets before they’re gone!Missed out on the �rst night of Freshers?! Don’t make the same mistake again – head down to the Atrium to snap up those last remaining tickets for Freshers events – you only get one Freshers Week!10am until 5pm Atrium

Skool’s Out…….Don your old school tie or socks for the biggest fancy dress night of the year! Prizes for best out�ts so smile for the cameras! Featuring the very best cheesy tunes all night long – Headmaster’s orders! Also, don’t miss the Snaparazzi Photo Booth – free photos and the chance to win the complete Friends DVD Box set!!10pm until 2am The Union/Envy £5

Monday 10th September

Freshers Freebie Fayre The Freebie Fayre is not to be missed! With lots of cool promo items, free Pizza and student discounts galore, come and �nd out how you can save on all those student essentials!9am until 4pm The Atrium

Poster SaleLooking for something to cover up the breeze block in your room?! Pop along and grab the latest band, movie and art related posters at the lowest prices around.10am until 6pm The Atrium

Studio LunchStart as you mean to go on! Come along and sample the lunchtime specials on o�er in Studio. We can highly recommend the Macaroni Cheese and Chips!12noon onwards The Union/Studio

International Students Welcome EventFollowing the welcome event held by the University in the Macrobert, International Students are invited to a welcome event in the Union – with some drinks, snacks and a chance to meet your O�cer team. It’s a great way to �nd out what the Union o�ers for International students!7pm until 8pm The Union/Underground

The famous RAG Pub QuizJoin your Raise and Give team as they launch the �rst Pub Quiz of the year! With great questions and prizes, it’s the perfect way to start your night. Get there early to grab a seat!9pm until 11pm The Union/Studio

Freshers Live 2012The Union proudly presents the best in new Scottish music – featuring The Little Kicks, The Masses, former X Factor Leon Jackson (back with a new soulful sound), David Devereux and Mark Hogg!10pm until 2am The Union/Envy £5

Tuesday 11th September

Clubs & Socs FayreFeaturing all the Club information and signup info you could ever need! Pop along and meet over 40 of our current clubs & societies on o�er and �nd out how you can get involved or even how to set up your own club! It’s also your chance to get your Clubs & Socs membership card. 10am until 4pm Atrium

Live FootballDon’t miss the live FIFA World Cup qualifying action in Studio – including Scotland v Macedonia!8pm until 10pm The Union/Studio

KaraokeIntroducing Studio’s weekly Karaoke session – come and check it out! Fancy coming along and having your turn to perform? Come along and enjoy the best in campus talent live in Studio.10pm until 1am The Union/Studio

THE Freshers FOAM Party…get ready to get WET!The biggest, the messiest and the most famous Foam Party in the world returns to the Union for Freshers Week! Get your summer gear on and get ready to be up to your ears in Foam whilst enjoying the biggest summer �oor�llers! 10pm until 3am The Union/Envy £5

Wednesday 12th September

Freshers Fayre Sports Union Bazaar Head to the Sports Centre to visit over 40 Sports Union clubs and �nd out what’s on o�er and how you can take part! It’s also where you can get that all important Sports Union membership for the year.10am until 4pm Sports Centre

Freshers Fayre – Sports Action in the Atrium! Join our Student Union President for a host of games and entertainment including badminton, soft tennis, ten-pin bowling, table tennis and more. Give them a try and then head down to the Sports Union Bazaar. PLUS – don’t miss Wolanski’s Pole Fitness who will be there to show you a di�erent and exciting way to get �t! Also check out Reckye-A-Bike who will be on hand to promote bike hire - do your bit for the environment! 10am until 4pm Atrium

Pizza time!You’ll quickly discover that Studio is your campus home – why not spend some time enjoying a tasty Pizza and kicking back to the latest chart hits in HD?! 3pm-9pm The Union/Studio

Vernon Kay Freshers Party 2012!Join the UK’s top TV and Radio presenter, Vernon Kay, as he brings the best in new tunes to Stirling – just for you! He’ll be joined by Stirling resident DJ Kevin Howourth. Make sure you don’t miss what is set to be one of the highlights of Freshers Week 2012! *Tickets for this event will sell out quickly so get them whilst you can*10pm until 3am The Union/Envy £8

Thursday 13th September

Volunteering & Charity DayInterested in Volunteering opportunities? Want to �nd out about local and national charitable organisations? If so, then come along to the Atrium during the day to meet and speak directly to speci�c organisations which you can get involved with.10am until 4pm Atrium

Relentless….Are you? Head down to the Atrium where the lovely people from Relentless will be doing some free sampling for you to enjoy – the Union is proud to provide Relentless on tap so why not try next time you’re in Studio?12noon The Atrium

Wii will Rock You!Join the Rock Society in Studio for a game of Guitar Hero to get you in the mood for Voltage!4pm until 7pm The Union/Studio Open Mic Night launchJoin your Open Mic host Mark as we celebrate the best in student music – come along, have a listen or take part – it’s all about you.9pm until 1am The Union/Studio

Voltage with Benji Webbe (Skindred) DJ Set sponsored by RelentlessThe Rock Society present the very best in Metal, Punk, Ska and more as they launch their weekly night, Voltage! Their very special guest for the night is none other than Benji Webbe, front man of Skindred, who will be on hand to show his skills on the decks. Showcasing Stirling’s biggest and best weekly Rock Night – don’t miss it. 10pm until 3am The Union/Envy £4

Friday 14th September

Making Students’ Lives BetterThe Union is here to provide you with the best possible learning experience whilst at University. Come along to the Atrium to �nd out from O�cers about plans for the year ahead including how you can become involved in the work of the Union!10am until 4pm Atrium

See the Olympic Torch!Powerade will be on campus and they’re bringing a 2012 Olympic torch with them – if you’re lucky, you might even get to hold it and have your picture taken!!12noon Atrium

Friday chill outIt’s been a long week…..so why not pop down to Underground for a Starbucks co�ee and cake or maybe a game of pool and comfy sofas to relax on with your new mates?9am until 9pm The Union

AirTV Film QuizIntroducing the legendary Union Pub Quiz. Join the team from AirTV as they host their very special Freshers edition of their weekly Film Quiz! 8pm until 10pm The Union/Studio

Ground Level BeatsPresenting the very best in Dupstep & Electro. Featuring DJ Conner McCabe, T in the Park headliner Teklo and Beatboxer IntensiT.10pm until 2am The Union/Envy £4

Saturday 15th September

Studio SaturdaysThere’s nowhere better to spend your Saturday afternoon than chilling in the Union! Pop in and catch up on all the latest sporting action, relax with your mates and enjoy a drink and something to eat. The Union features all the best in live football so make sure you make Studio the place to watch your team!11am until 7pm The Union/Studio

X FactorIt’s the biggest show on TV – so don’t miss the action! Catch the latest episode of X Factor in the Union and have some fun ahead of the massive night ahead!Early evening The Union/Studio

The Freshers Bash 2012 with Jameela Jamil & Maybe Gaga!Join TV & Radio star Jameela Jamil as she spins the latest chart tunes! Plus – don’t miss an incredible performance from Europe’s top Lady Gaga tribute, Maybe Gaga! Plus – the Snaparazzi Photo Booth returns for even more free snaps with your new mates – and the chance to win an 8GB Ipod Nano!Plus – DJ Kevin Howourth will also be on hand for the latest �oor�llers *Tickets for this event will sell out quickly so get them whilst you can*10pm – 3am The Union/Envy £7

For all the latest information, visit us online at:

www.stirlingstudentsunion.comwww.facebook.com/o�cialfreshers2012

twitter: stirlinguni

Sunday 16th September

X Rated Hypnotist Acari!You won’t believe your eyes as Acari, Master Hypnotist, works his magic on willing volunteers and takes them on a journey they’ll never forget. This really has to be seen to be believed! Be warned though, this show is X rated! Tickets are strictly limited so make sure you get yours before they’re gone.9pm until 1am The Union/Envy £5

Monday 17th September

Comedy Central with Josh Widdicombe & guests!Laugh goodbye to Freshers 2012 with some of the best comedians in the country. Featuring Scottish star Chris Forbes, Stirling alumni Jon Greenaway, the SUDS Improv Team and straight from the Edinburgh Fringe, Mock the Week and 8 out of 10 cats regular, Josh Widdicombe!8pm – 12am The Union/Envy £7

TOP FRESHERS 2012 TIPS FROM YOUR UNION SABBATICALS!

Things To Do & Things To Avoid

Get lost in a foam party!Discover free condoms, dams and lube in the Union and don’t catch STI’s!!Join a crazy Club or Sports Team.Try not to get so drunk you confuse people’s noses with door handles! Be cool, not that person in Freshers Week.Drink a pink of water before bed to avoid the dreaded hangover.If you’re stuck about anything its best to ask so get in touch with YOUR Union – get in touch: [email protected]

Sam – President – Mr Suit, general issues, anything political: [email protected]

Christina – Education and Engagement – the sexy stu�, course issues, equality geek: [email protected]

Jamie – Activities and Development – Banter sab, clubs and socs, getting a job: [email protected]

Chris – Sports Union – throw the ball catch the ball, coaching, always in kit: [email protected]