Welcome and Induction

2019

Paisley Campus

Event Guide

Paisley Campus Tours

Tours will be available of Paisley Campus starting from the Main Reception from Monday 2nd

September through to Friday 6th September starting 12pm and 1pm each day. No need to book.

Tours will last around 30 minutes.

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The Big Sunday Ceilidh

01/09/2019 20:00 - 01:00

Paisley is famous for its hospitality and what better

way to make new friends than a ceilidh. For those

that have never been to a Ceilidh this is the best way

to sample Scottish culture and a wee dram or two!

Get your Freshers Pass for free entry into all Freshers

events and much more.

https://www.sauws.org.uk/whatson/fresherspass/

#UWSLibWelcome Library Tour

02/09/2019 12:30 - 12:45

Calling all students! Come along to a

#UWSLibWelcome Library Tour: find out more about

how we can support you during your time at

University. Have a look round the Library space, and

discover the huge variety of resources on offer. We

will also (try) to answer any questions you have.

#UWSLibWelcome Library Tours are running at Paisley Campus from 2 - 20 Sep at 12.30 daily (Mon

to Fri)

Meet at: Library Information Point (Level 2 Robertson Trust Building)

#UWSLibJustAsk: Library

Drop-in

02/09/2019 14:00 - 15:00

Got a question about the Library?

Want to find out more about the

resources available? Not sure what

you're looking for? Come and speak

to one of our Librarians at the

#UWSLibJustAsk drop-in. No

booking required - just turn up on

the day.

During the #UWSLibJustAsk you can

speak directly to one of our

Librarians for information and expert advice (if they are not based at your campus of study this

may take place over the phone).

Meet at: Library Information Point

Funding & Advice Welcome Drop In: Paisley Campus

02/09/2019 9am to 5pm

Questions about funding? Pop in and ask an Adviser. No appointment necessary.

This event will occur on 2nd, 3rd, 5th and 6th September, from 9am until 5pm. Then on 9th, 10th,

11th, 12th and 13th, from 10am until 3pm.

Silent Disco

Paisley Campus

02/09/2019 9pm - Late

Entry £3 without Fresher's Pass, £5 deposit for headset

Get your Freshers Pass for free entry into all Freshers events

and much more.

https://www.sauws.org.uk/whatson/fresherspass/

Quick Questions with International Student Support Team (on a daily basis:

Monday - Friday)

Paisley Campus

02/09/2019 Daily drop in session throughout the trimester from 1-2pm

If you wish to speak with an International Student Adviser for advice on Student immigration and

visas, travel advice, relative visits, working in the UK or general wellbeing and welfare, please come

along to a drop in session or make an appointment at the hub by calling 0141 848 3800

Quick Questions will also be happening on London campus on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-3pm

in the library

Meet at the Hub

Bingo Revolution & DJs

Paisley Campus

03/09/2019 21:00 - 01:00

ingo is the new rock n roll – This game is unlike any

game of bingo- Expect the unexpected for a night not

to be missed. Its 2-3hrs of sheer madness – With great

prizes up for grabs £3.00 Entry without Freshers pass

Get your Freshers Pass for free entry into all Freshers

events and much more.

https://www.sauws.org.uk/whatson/fresherspass/

Fresher's Fair

04/09/2019 11 - 3pm

Student Services will be at the Fresher's Events representing Funding and Advice, Disability Service,

Counselling and International Student Support teams - come along and find out more about each

service! International Student Support Welcome Guides will be available on the stall.

Freshers Fair

Wednesday 4th September

11 – 3pm

Come along to Your Union on Paisley

Campus and enjoy the Freshers Fair. There

will be promotions from Dominos, Greggs,

Amazon and many more, grab some

freebies and enjoy your Union.

Freshers Festival

Wednesday 4th September

11 – 3pm

All across Paisley Campus, live DJ sets,

Climbing Wall, Electric Bikes, Stalls and

more. Come along and meet staff and

students and get involved.

Karaoke Night

Paisley Campus

04/09/2019 21:00 - 01:00

It's the night we all love to hate!

Get your Freshers Pass for free entry into all Freshers

events and much more.

https://www.sauws.org.uk/whatson/fresherspass/

International Student Welcome Event

Paisley Campus

04/09/2019 4 - 5pm

A welcome to the University for international students

starting out at UWS. There will be introductions from

key members of staff and the chance to meet support

staff and of course other students.

International Student Welcome Talk

Paisley Campus

04/09/2019 4pm - 5pmCome along and meet the International Student Support team and find

out about how we can best support you during your studies.

Hear also from Deputy Principal and Deputy Vice-chancellor

(Provost), SAUWS Sabbatical officers and English language

support sessions.

The Big Quiz

Paisley Campus

05/09/2019 20:00 - 00:00

Bring your team down to the Quiz the whole of paisley is talking

about, free nachos for teams of 4 or more. Great prizes for

winners and those are not so good at quizzes. Runs every

Thursday throughout term.

Get your Freshers Pass for free entry into all Freshers events

and much more.

https://www.sauws.org.uk/whatson/fresherspass/

Freshers Finale - Paint Party

Paisley Campus

06/09/2019 21:00 - 03:00

This night is guaranteed to make a big splash – This will

be by far the messiest night of the week – be prepared

to get covered in paint and be prepared to have the

time of your life. Please where old clothes - £5.00 entry

Get your Freshers Pass for free entry into all Freshers

events and much more.

https://www.sauws.org.uk/whatson/fresherspass/

Politics and Debating at the Union

09/09/2019 17:00 – 19:00

Interested in Politics or Debating? All the UWS politics societies are getting together with the

Debating Society to set the world to rights. Come along and join in.

Liberation and Representation at the Union

10/09/2019 17:00 – 19:00

Interested in one of our liberation groups such as the Care Experienced Group, LGBT+, Black and

Minority Ethnic Group or in Representation at UWS? All the Liberation Societies are getting together

to get to know each other. Come along and join in.

International Student Welcome Talk (for late arrivals)

Paisley Campus

11/09/2019 1 - 2pm

A chance for late arrivals to meet the International Student Support team and find out about how

best we can support you during your studies. Hear also from SAUWS Sabbatical officers and pick up

an International Student Support Welcome Guide.

FREE UWS Myths & Legends Walking Tour of Paisley. With Gary Brown from

‘Student Tours Scotland’.

Paisley Campus

11/09/2019 2:30pm

A chance to meet other new international students and find out more about the town of Paisley.

Book via Eventbrite.

Go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uws-welcome-myths-and-legends-walking-tour-free-tickets-

69280207967 to book your free place

Funding & Advice Drop In: Paisley Campus

Paisley Campus

16/09/2019 12 - 1pm

We offer a drop in service which allows students to meet with an adviser to discuss quick questions,

without having to pre-book and attend an appointment. Drop ins offer a great opportunity to get

quick advice or information, but are not appropriate if you would rather discuss something in a

confidential setting.

This weekly drop in will begin on Monday 16th September, and will take place each Monday and

Thursday during Term time (Terms 1 and 2) between 12 and 1pm.

In the Hub

Taste of Scotland

Paisley Campus

18/09/2019 1 - 2pm

An opportunity to meet new international students, take part in our interactive quiz and find out

more about Scotland, whilst enjoying some Scottish refreshments!

Room P116 Paisley Campus

Scottish Accent Challenge Quiz Event’ HUB01 (Paisley campus)

Paisley Campus

19/09/2019 2:30 - 4:00pm

This free event is open to all international students. Come and meet other international students

and try out this fun Scottish quiz. By the end of it, you will know more about Scottish accents than

UK students! You’ll be able to sign up via Eventbrite or come along on the day.

The event will be run by Gary Brown from ‘Student Tours Scotland’ in conjunction with International

Student Support team.

Go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uws-scottish-accent-quiz-and-games-afternoon-with-prizes-

free-tickets-69280346381 to book your free place

Room: Hub 01

Settling Into Life in the UK

24/09/2019 12.30 - 13.30

Please join the International Student Support Team for information on settling into life in the UK,

including; culture shock,registering with a GP and the support available during your studies.

Room: P114

Finding Stuff for Assignments

Virtual Campus

25/09/2019 12:30 - 13:00

Lost in resources? Find them right: books, journals, websites, maps, reports, images, videos and

more!

Book via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/uws-library-17805334948

Finding Stuff for Assignments

26/09/2019 12:30 - 13:00

Lost in resources? Let us help you find them right: books, journals, websites, maps, reports, images,

videos and more.

Book via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/uws-library-17805334948

'Discover Scotland' day trip to St Andrews

27/09/2019 8.45am - 5pm approximately

A fantastic opportunity to see more of Scotland and meet other students. Day trip to explore the

beautiful historic seaside town of St Andrews with the International Student Support Team and

SAUWS. Tickets cost around £10 each (to be confirmed) and will be bookable through the UWS

Online Store. Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Students from Ayr,

Lanarkshire and Dumfries campus can have the cost of travel by public transport to Paisley campus

refunded.

Go to the Online Store to book your place

Inspiring Women with Dr. Rebecca Widdowfield

01/10/2019 13:00 – 14:00

Dr Rebekah Widdowfield has been Chief Executive of the Royal Society of Edinburgh since

September 2017. The RSE is Scotland’s National Academy, an educational charity established in 1783

for the advancement of learning and useful knowledge.

Come and hear from someone at the top of their field who can share insights into their experience

and learn how success can take different forms for different people – one size doesn’t fit all, and not

all paths are direct.

Book your free ticket at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/inspiring-women-dr-rebekah-widdowfield-

tickets-68599750701

#UWSLibTalks: Real News vs Fake News

Paisley Campus

07/10/2019 12:30 – 13:00

#UWSLibTalks are short half-hour sessions lead by one of our Librarians. This one focuses on Real

News vs Fake News: learn how to evaluate your sources.

Book via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/uws-library-17805334948 (places are limited)

#UWSLibTalks: Plagiarism & Referencing

Paisley Campus

21/10/2019 12:30 – 13:00

#UWSLibTalks are short half-hour sessions lead by one of our Librarians. After attending this session

you will understand the do’s and don’t’s of plagiarism and how to reference your work.

Book via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/uws-library-17805334948 (places are limited)

#UWSLibTalks: Plagiarism & Referencing

Paisley Campus

24/10/2019 12:30 – 13:00

#UWSLibTalks are short half-hour sessions lead by one of our Librarians. After attending this session

you will understand the do’s and don’t’s of plagiarism and how to reference your work.

Book via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/uws-library-17805334948 (places are limited)

'Discover Scotland' day trip to Inverarary Castle

30/10/2019 9am - 4pm approx

A fantastic opportunity to see more of Scotland and meet other students. Day trip to explore the

historic Inveraray Castle.

Students from Ayr, Lanarkshire and Dumfries campus can have the cost of travel by public transport

to Paisley campus refunded.

Go to the Online Store to book your place

UWS Area 52

30/10/2019 18:00 – 20:00

Paisley Campus has been overrun with Zombies, many were captured and

used for research to try find a cure, unfortunately the Zombies have

escaped. Now Zombies stalk the corridors looking for food, they don’t mind

who or what they eat.

Don’t want to run for your life, why not join in by becoming one of Zombie?

We are looking for people to volunteer to be part of this event, all costumes

and make up will be provided, although you are also welcome to bring your

own.

Sign up for your free ticket.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uws-area-52-paisley-campus-tickets-

70024911395