January welcome events
Event
Description
Time
Location
Attendance
Audience
Explore Stirling Walking Tours
Join us on a walking tour of Stirling city centre where we'll show you grand historic sites, favourite student cafes and bars, a range of shops and stores that sell useful items and other locations that'll make you feel at home! The tour will depart promptly from The Atrium at 2pm and it'll last approximately two hours including travel time to Stirling via the bus.
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Off-campus: Tour departs from the Atrium on campus
Optional
All students
Library tour (Monday)
Daily tours of the excellent range of study space and services available in the university library. Please see LibCal for full list of dates and times.
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On-campus: Meet at the library entrance.
Optional
All students
Intro to Indoor Cycling
Looking to join in with our indoor fitness classes but not sure where to start? Learn how to set-up and use our state-of-the-art Technogym bikes with our instructor. This will prepare you for joining in with future indoor cycling classes, a highly effective cardio and strength workout. Ride through hills, flats and sprints to the rhythm of the music. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App.
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On-campus: Multi-use Studio, Sports Centre
Optional
All students
Just Play Table Tennis
Just Play Sports are drop-in sessions designed for students who want to play sport on a casual basis. It’s a great way to meet likeminded students, play sport and be active whilst at University. All abilities are welcome. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
Stirling Students' Union ReFreshers 2022: Freebie Fayre
Come along to the Atrium to meet local businesses, get student discounts and freebies and that all important discount from our ReFreshers Sponsors, Domino's Pizza! This event is free of charge and open to all students from all year groups.
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Optional
All students
Global Cafe
An opportunity to meet new friends, play games or have discussions. Snacks are available. Drop in or come for the full session - everyone is welcome.
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On-campus: University Chaplaincy, Andrew Miller Building
Optional
All students
Just Play Short Tennis
Just Play Sports are drop-in sessions designed for students who want to play sport on a casual basis. It’s a great way to meet likeminded students, play sport and be active whilst at University. All abilities are welcome. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
UV Indoor Cycle
Taking place in our new cycling studio! Workout on our state-of-the-art Technogym bikes under UV lights. A highly effective cardio and strength workout. Ride through hills, flats and sprints to the rhythm of the music. Don't forget to wear something white or bright to glow in the dark. Book via the University of Stirling Sport app.
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On-campus: Multi-use Studio, Sports Centre
Optional
All students
Better Together: Form a peer or study group for fun and success
In the online and blended teaching environment, many students are missing the chance for informal discussion, peer support, and just having a friendly social context for their academic work. Forming a study group or other peer group is one great way to bring social context and friendly discussion back to the academic experience. It can be a great way to study ideas, learn from others, develop your practice, and motivate yourself. This short workshop will give you a few guidelines and tools to form your own study or peer group, as well as an opportunity to get started on your own.
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Optional
All students
Library tour (Tuesday)
Daily tours of the excellent range of study space and services available in the university library. Please see LibCal for full list of dates and times.
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On-campus: Meet at the library entrance.
Optional
All students
Intro to Yoga
Interested in coming along to our yoga classes but not sure where to start? Join our instructor, Eve who will introduce you to the basics of yoga to build your confidence joining in with our regular yoga classes. Book via the University of Stirling Sports app
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On-campus: Studio 1 & Studio 2, Sports Centre
Optional
All students
Dissertation 1: Learn to control Microsoft Word
Working on a Dissertation requires a different level of skill in an application which we think know well. Join us to see how Styles, Automatic Tables of Contents, Sections and many other Word features enable us to be in control of the process.
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Optional
All students
Essential Guide to Library and IT Services
Introduction to Library and IT services at Stirling University
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Optional
All students
Reading 1: Introduction to reading at university
It is hard to get by at university without doing plenty of reading. This webinar will consider why reading is so important, what you are expected to read and how to manage some of the practicalities. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.
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Optional
All students
Intro to T.R.X Fitness Class
Looking to join in with our fitness classes but not sure where to start? Join our instructor, Kev to learn the basics of our T.R.X fitness class to build your confidence joining in with our regular classes. T.R.X involves suspension training, body weight exercises that will develop your strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. Book via the University of Stirling Sports app
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On-campus: Multi-use Studio, Sports Centre
Optional
All students
Discover Clubs & Societies
Although restrictions haven't allowed us to host all (70+!) of our amazing Clubs & Socs in person, it's easy to find out what clubs are available and how to join. Clubs will be hosting Give It A Go sessions which are like 'try before you buy' to allow you to meet the committees and other members, try it out and see if it's a good fit for you!
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Optional
All students
Stirling Students' Union: Yellow Jelly Vintage Fayre
Yellow Jelly Vintage are bringing the best vintage clothing, streetwear, sportswear and brands to your Students' Union for ReFreshers Week. They will have everything from track jackets to t-shirts, sweatshirts, fleece and denim jackets, cord shirts and everything in between. Entry to this event is free, however it will be at a limited capacity for COVID safety.
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On-campus: Venue (Students' Union)
Optional
All students
Scottish Culture
An introduction session on your new country of study - Scotland. You will learn about Scottish history, culture as well as things to see and do. A great opportunity to ask questions about Scotland.
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Optional
All students
Dissertation 2: The Power of Word Styles
Join us for our 2nd Dissertation session which takes us further on the journey of how to create, use and modify Styles. This wonderful Word feature helps to put us in control of how our Dissertation will look ensuring a consistent appearance.
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Optional
All students
Conversation Club
Join the English Conversation Club on Zoom. Meeting ID: 999 0361 7635 and Passcode: 150350
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Optional
All students
Library tour (Wednesday)
Daily tours of the excellent range of study space and services available in the university library. Please see LibCal for full list of dates and times.
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On-campus: Meet at the library entrance.
Optional
All students
Sports Union Fayre
Come along to meet our amazing Sports Clubs in the Sports Centre. They'll let you know how join and how to try before you buy with the Give It A Go sessions! You'll need to book a slot for this event, but do not require any memberships to attend. Quiet hour - 10am to 11am.
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Optional
All students
Effective online learning
This webinar will review what we mean by on-line learning and what is expected of you. We will also explore how to get the best out of your on-line learning experience, so that you are both effective and efficient. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.
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Optional
All students
Postgraduate Masterclass: Academic Expectations - What is a Masters degree all about?
Academic expectations of students undertaking a Master’s level programme at a UK university can be very different from those for undergraduate study or from other cultures and countries. This workshop helps to unpack some of these expectations and give some pro tips on how to meet them and how to make the most of your Master’s studies and fulfil your potential.
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Optional
All students
Just Play Badminton
Just Play Sports are drop-in sessions designed for students who want to play sport on a casual basis. It’s a great way to meet likeminded students, play sport and be active whilst at University. All abilities are welcome. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
Just Play Football
Just Play Sports are drop-in sessions designed for students who want to play sport on a casual basis. It’s a great way to meet likeminded students, play sport and be active whilst at University. All abilities are welcome. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
Library tour (Thursday)
Daily tours of the excellent range of study space and services available in the university library. Please see LibCal for full list of dates and times.
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On-campus: Meet at the library entrance.
Optional
All students
Dissertation 3: Take Control of Graphs, Charts and Images
Join us for our 3rd Dissertation session which looks at the often annoying task of how to control the placement and captioning of the graphs, charts and images which enhance the text. If there is time we will include a look at the Drawing Canvas and how to create your own diagrams.
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Optional
All students
Preventing procrastination and getting organised
With so many electronic devices around and so many other things to do, it is very easy to get distracted and put off studying until another day. This webinar will explore some of the reasons for procrastination and will give some practical hints and tips to help keep you on track and focussed. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.
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Optional
All students
Participating in class with confidence
There are many effective ways to boost your confidence when it comes to participating in classes. Join our session to learn strategies and ideas on how to overcome those nerves to ensure you get the most out of your learning at university.
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Optional
All students
Chat with a study skills tutor
A Student Learning Services study skills tutor will be available to answer any questions you might have about studying and learning at university. This is a group event and you can join at any time.
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Optional
All students
(ACE) Academic English: Conquering annoying articles
This highly interactive workshop will help you learn ways of conquering awkward articles (‘a’, ‘an’, and ‘the’) which you can apply to all of your writing, both inside and outside of university. Articles are little words but they play an important role in academic writing! This workshop is part of the Academic and Communicative English (ACE) programme which is designed for students who speak English as an additional language. However, all students are welcome to attend if you think the class will be useful.
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Optional
All students
Undergraduate students - want to improve your grades?
Sometimes it takes longer to settle down to studying at university than you expect. If you think that you could do better and are aiming for higher grades this next year, this is the webinar for you. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.
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Optional
All students
STEER Coffee and Chat
Come along to meet the Stirling Students' Union STEER captains and find out about being matched up for peer support. STEER is a University-wide peer support scheme linking in returning student 'Captains' with new undergraduate or taught postgraduate 'Crew', during their first year at Stirling.
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On-campus: Venue (Students' Union)
Optional
All students
Just Play Badminton
Just Play Sports are drop-in sessions designed for students who want to play sport on a casual basis. It’s a great way to meet likeminded students, play sport and be active whilst at University. All abilities are welcome. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
Slainte Mhath (Slanj-a-va) Scotland - A Celebration of Scottish Culture
Join us for 'Slainte Mhath (Slanj-a-va) Scotland' - A Celebration of Scottish Culture through live music, food, and drink. Sample a selection of Scottish delicacies and experience traditional live music and entertainment. Book your free tickets now.
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Optional
All students
UV Zumba
Join the UV Party! Zumba is a great way to condition your body to some funky music and moves from around the world. Get ready to shake and shimmy. Don't forget to wear something white or bright to glow in the dark. Book via the University of Stirling Sports app
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Optional
All students
Just Play Basketball
Just Play Sports are drop-in sessions designed for students who want to play sport on a casual basis. It’s a great way to meet likeminded students, play sport and be active whilst at University. All abilities are welcome. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
Just Play Beginner Tennis
Come along and join our Tennis Club for some beginner tennis! Equipment provided. Book your space via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
Online Learning: Canvas and Teams
Wondering how to make your way around Canvas? Join our Canvas orientation workshop for advice on: logging in/navigation, setting up notifications, groups and using group tools, getting help and our new Teams integration.
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Optional
All students
What is Stirling University all about?
This workshop is part of the Academic and Communicative English (ACE) programme which is designed for students who speak English as an additional language. However, all students are welcome to attend if you think the class will be useful.
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Optional
All students
Library tour (Friday)
Daily tours of the excellent range of study space and services available in the university library. Please see LibCal for full list of dates and times.
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On-campus: Meet at the library entrance.
Optional
All students
Just Play Badminton
Just Play Sports are drop-in sessions designed for students who want to play sport on a casual basis. It’s a great way to meet likeminded students, play sport and be active whilst at University. All abilities are welcome. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
Just Play Football
Just Play Sports are drop-in sessions designed for students who want to play sport on a casual basis. It’s a great way to meet likeminded students, play sport and be active whilst at University. All abilities are welcome. Book via the University of Stirling Sport App
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Optional
All students
RefWorks fundamentals
Learn RefWorks to gather, manage and store references and generate a bibliography. See how to use RefWorks Citation Manager to automatically create in-text citations and a reference list in your Word document. We will be using the new version of RefWorks for this session https://libguides.stir.ac.uk/newrefworks.
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Optional
All students
Global Cafe
An opportunity to meet new friends, play games or have discussions. Snacks are available. Drop in or come for the full session - everyone is welcome.
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On-campus: University Chaplaincy, Andrew Miller Building
Optional
All students
Raveminton
Looking for a unique way to get active?! Join our Badminton Club for glow in the dark badminton. Wear something white or bright and get ready to glow. Glow in the dark rackets, shuttles and face paint will be provided. Book via the University of Stirling Sports app
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Optional
All students
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