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Excited about coming to King’s? You’re about to start a journey with KCLSU, your Students’ Union…

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Contents

04 Welcome to KCLSU!

05 KCLSU on Campus

06 Your Student Officers

08 Making the Most of London

10 Postgraduates

11 International Students

12 Food and Drink

14 Unlocking London

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Your Student Officers

Meet your KCLSUStudent Officer team

Making the Most of London

Making the most of what London has to offer

Food and Drink

Our two fantastic venues for you to chill out in, have a drink, eat some great food and hang out with your friends

Event Guide

Listings for student-led events happening over the Welcome period

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Welcometo KCLSU!

As a King’s student, you’re automatically a part of KCLSU. Your Students’ Union doesn’t just provide activities, spaces and ways to meet people – we’re also your voice, to the university and beyond it. KCLSU is independent of King’s College London and here to make sure you have the best student experience possible.

KCLSU works with King’s to make the changes students want – like providing more affordable accommodation and scrapping re-sit fees.

KCLSU’s Advice Service (kclsu.org/advice) offers free, confidential and impartial advice to help you understand

your academic rights and responsibilities. You elect student representatives for every programme and department, who help you make your voice heard on your education at King’s.

KCLSU spaces on campus give you places to study, socialise, eat and drink at student-friendly prices. Friendly KCLSU Student Centres are on every campus, ready to answer your questions by phone, email or in person, and point you in the right direction.

KCLSU student groups and activities are opportunities to connect and build communities, share experiences and shape the future you want. KCLSU

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helps you make the most of London - cutting the cost of student life with NUS Extra, playing or watching sport at Olympic venues, discovering the city with Unlocking London events.

The KCLSU Welcome Fair on 18 and 19 September is a great opportunity to explore KCLSU and everything being a member offers. Meet other students, sign up for groups, activities and sport, and get great food and drink offers for our venues. You could even win £300-worth of flights with Student Universe!

You’ve already started your KCLSU journey – where will it take you?

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KCLSUon Campus

Here’s where to find KCLSU Student Centres, spaces and venues. To get in touch, wherever you are:

hello@kclsu.org kclsu.org/welcome /KCLSUpage @KCLSU

KCLSU @ StrandMacadam Building, Surrey StreetLondon, WC2R 2NS

020 7848 1588strandcentre@kclsu.orgMonday - Friday, 10am – 6pm

The King’s College Shop171 Strand, London, WC2R 2LS

020 7848 1810kclsu.org/shop

Guy’s Bar & CafeGuy’s Bar & Café, Guy’s Campus,Boland House, London, SE1 9RTkclsu.org/guysbar

Waterfront Bar & KitchenStrand Campus, Macadam Building, Surrey Street, London, WC2R 2NSkclsu.org/waterfront

If you need spaces to study, relax orsocialise, The Lobby at Strand Campus and The Spit at Guy’s Campus are there for you. The Lobby, Floor -2, Macadam Building, Strand Campus, The Spit, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

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KCLSU @ Denmark Hill (IoPPN)Institute of Psychiatry, 16 De Crespigny Park, London, SE5 8AFdenmarkhillcentre@kclsu.orgFriday, 11am – 3pm

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KCLSU @ Guy’s

KCLSU @ Denmark Hill (WEC)Weston Education Centre LibraryCutcombe Road, London, SE5 9RJdenmarkhillcentre@kclsu.orgWednesday, 11am – 3pm

KCLSU @ Waterloo Franklin Wilkins Building Stamford Street, London, SE1 9NH

020 7848 4588waterloocentre@kclsu.orgMonday - Friday, 10am – 6pm

KCLSU @ Guy’sBoland House, St Thomas StreetLondon, SE1 9RT

020 7848 6231guyscentre@kclsu.orgMonday - Friday, 10am – 6pmThursdays until 10pm

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Your Student Officers

As part of KCLSU, you have the power to make change. You can use that power as an individual, with others as part of a bigger campaign and by voting for the students you want to represent you at King’s and beyond.

Everything KCLSU does is led by you – all the way from microwaves in KCLSU spaces to paying all staff the London Living Wage, you decide what your Students’ Union does to make your university experience the best it can be.

You elect Student Officers to lead KCLSU and represent you. Officers campaign on a university and national level to make changes in students’ lives, like making sure hardship funds are available for NHS-funded students, scrapping re-sit fees up of to £200 and securing affordable accommodation for 700 students this year.

What will we do next? Use your power to decide.

Nadine AlmanasfiPresidentStudies: Liberal Arts

president@kclsu.org @kclsu_president

I’m the President of the Students’ Union which means that I am seen as the main point of contact for the University on any student related issues. I (alongside the other Student Officers) focus on empowering students to campaign about issues they care about be they academic, sporting, political or otherwise. I’m here as your elected representative to contact if you need support or advice.

Joe SimpsonVice President for Activities and DevelopmentStudies: Medicine

vpad@kclsu.org @kclsu_vpad

I’m the lead Officer for everything related to student activities, involvement with KCLSU groups, employability, skills and development. I want to support students taking part in activities, volunteering and sport at KCLSU, and work closely with our student activities and volunteering staff to make sure all our groups are accessible to students.

Get connected! kclsu.org/studentofficers

Tip for FreshersKCLSU has so many student-led Welcome events, there’s something for everyone. Lots of these are completely free, so also a great way to make your budget go further.

Tip for FreshersBest food places around campus: the pop up food stalls that sell falafel, Thai food and Ethiopian coffee outside the Church near Waterloo, Love Walk Café in Denmark Hill, and check out the Waterfront Bar & Kitchen at Strand and Guy’s Bar & Café at Guy’s campus.

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Rachel WilliamsVice President for Welfare and CommunityStudies: Neuroscience

vpwc@kclsu.org @kclsu_vpwc

I’m the Officer to go to when it comes to student wellbeing! I work to support and empower all students in our community including International students, as well as students in liberation and interfaith groups. I can also provide help regarding issues affecting student lives outside of university, such as accommodation, and campaigning. It’s my role to promote engagement and build communities of under-represented students in KCLSU.

Sophia KoumiVice President for Education (Health)Studies: Nursing

vpeh@kclsu.org @kclsu_vpeh

I take a lead on working to improve the educational quality and experience for Health Faculty students. I do this by gathering student feedback, course rep feedback, national student surveys (inc. PTES, NSS, PRES and KSS) and national education campaigns, while supporting and working alongside Student Forums, Student Council and campaign reps.

Ben HuntVice President for Education (Arts and Sciences)Studies: Philosophy

vpeas@kclsu.org @kclsu_vpeas

I work on improving the student experience within the Arts & Sciences. This includes making sure our Student Reps are supported and empowered to make changes within their Departments, as well as liaising with College academic staff and course representatives. My main education campaigns involve diversifying the curriculum, making materials accessible, and much more!

Tip for FreshersKnow your limits – that goes for your liver as well as your bank account!

Tip for FreshersTimeout London (timeout.com/London) is a little goldmine of all fun things happening around London. From cheap eats to free museums, it has it all.

Tip for FreshersHave an open mind at KCLSU Welcome Fair and in meeting other students in Societies, you have no idea who you might end up having things in common with!

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Making the Most of London

London’s an incredible city to live, study and work in, and KCLSU can help make the most of your time here.

King’s campuses across London – Denmark Hill, Guy’s, Strand and Waterloo – all have a KCLSU Student Centre. Run by Student Staff, KCLSU Student Centres are a one-stop-shop for anything you need to know about life at King’s. Want spaces to study or hang out? You can bring your own food and drink to The Spit at Guy’s Campus and The Lobby at the Strand, and there are microwaves for you to use. KCLSU has 11 activity and meeting rooms students can book: kclsu.org/bookaroom

TravelGet a Student Oyster card for the lowest fares! The Transport for London (TfL) website tfl.gov.uk’s really useful for working out the best way to get somewhere, Google Maps can show you routes on public transport and we like the CityMapper app.But don’t forget walking – it’s the best way to see London and orientate yourself in the city.

Cost of livingLondon’s a lot more affordable if you’re savvy and do some planning ahead. Make the most of student discounts through your NUS Extra card, like 40% off Pizza Express and up to 20% off at Waterfront Bar & Kitchen and Guy’s Bar and Café. It’s always worth asking if shops and restaurants offer a student discount and most arts venues have student schemes.

Food and drink Markets are the cheapest place to buy fresh fruit and vegetables, and you’ll find supermarkets discount food at the end of the day. Taking a bottle of water and some snacks out with you can be a big money-saver, but when you do eat out, make the most of meal deals and special offers. It’s worth knowing that all KCLSU venues serve free cordial.

If you’ve got questions about London life, Student Centres will do their best to help! We’ve put together a Q&A, based on the questions students ask us most often: kclsu.org/welcome

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The best way to experience the UK’s culture and everything London has to offer is to get out of your comfort zone, meet people and try something new. Welcome Fair on 18 and 19 September is alcohol-free and an ideal way to find out what Societies, Activity Groups and sports have to offer. But if you’re not at Fair, all those opportunities are still available to you - sign up online when it suits you.

Explore KCLSU and see the International Orientations and Welcome sessions you can join at kclsu.org/welcome/international

International StudentsKCLSU is here to make your student experience at King’s the best it can be, from helping you get to know London, to making new friends and being part of a student community. Your Students’ Union doesn’t just provide activities, sports and ways to meet people – we’re also your voice, to the university and beyond it.

We’re working to improve international students’ experience through research and insight, and we campaign on the things that matter to you. Working with students, we’ve stopped uncapped increases to fees between years and worked with King’s to halve the number of health school staff redundancies.

Find out more about how students lead everything we do at kclsu.org/representingyou KCLSU is independent of King’s and we offer free, confidential and impartial advice on your academic rights and responsibilities. If you need support during your studies: kclsu.org/advice

Joining a KCLSU Society or Activity Group is a really good way to meet people outside your school of study - most of these are free to join and many also organise free events.

With a huge range of Culture, Faith & Spirituality groups as well as Academic Societies, it’s easy to find people who share your interests and values. One World is our annual celebration of culture, faith and diversity, bringing everyone at King’s together.

Whether you want to compete at elite level or just stay healthy, there are sports groups from Athletics to Mountaineering or even Ultimate Frisbee to choose from. If you enjoy sport, but aren’t sure about making a regular commitment, Be Active offers social sports sessions you can join whenever suits you.

Unlocking London events and tours are a fun way to experience London and meet other students – check out View from The Shard, Notting Hill & Portobello Walking Tour, The Lion King at The Lyseum Theatre (for Study Abroad students) and the KCL International Mixer on 15 September. See the latest at facebook.com/unlockinglondon

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Unlocking London events are a great way to experience London and meet other students. Look out for the Notting Hill & Portobello Walking Tour, the View from The Shard and our London Literary Pub Crawl - a literary walking tour of the taverns and areas that famous writers frequented during their lives.

See the latest at facebook.com/unlockinglondon

Postgraduates

KCLSU’s here to help you explore London, connect with other students outside your faculty and extend your professional network. We offer free, confidential advice if you need support during your studies.

Even if you have limited free time, joining a KCLSU Society or Activity Group is a great way to meet people and get more out of London when you’re not studying. You might like the Graduate and Mature Society or the IoPPN Student Forum, but whatever your interest, you’ll find people who share it. As well as KCLSU Welcome Fair on 18 and 19 September, you’ll have another chance to find out what Societies have to offer at the Denmark Hill Fair on 22 September.

Be Active sessions let you get involved in social sport with no need to make a regular commitment – with up to 22 sessions a week, take part when it suits your schedule. If you want to represent your university, King’s takes part in British University Colleges and Sport (BUCS). Or you can cheer on the King’s team as we take on UCL every March in the London Varsity Series.

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Postgraduates have told us they’d like to know about practical things like registering with a GP, different types of UK bank account and council tax exemptions. You’ll find all that on our website at kclsu.org/welcome/postgraduate/

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Food and Drink

Waterfront Bar & Kitchen boasts one of the most impressive riverside views in London – available to all university students, as well as guests of King’s students.

Open from 9am till late, it’s a great place to catch up with friends, enjoy delicious food (from toasties to tortellini), or grab a drink. Get competitive at the pool table or try something different at one of our regular events. We host quiz nights, cocktail nights and a club night on the last Friday of every month during term.

With your NUS Extra card, enjoy 20% off all food between 9am and 11am, 10% off all food between 5pm and 9pm, and 25% off draught soft drinks all day. All our staff earn the London Living Wage and the money you spend

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What’s On:Monday: BingoTuesday: Society TakeoverWednesday: Sports Team NightThursday: Quiz NightFriday: Cocktail NightSaturday: Big Screen Sports

at the Waterfront goes backinto supporting services for you.

We’re very proud to have won gold at the NUS Best Bar None Awards 2015, as well as picking up the trophy for most improved! We’re also participating in the Good Night Out campaign (goodnightoutcampaign.org),to help ensure you have the best time possible.Find us:

Waterfront Bar & Kitchen, Strand Campus, Macadam Building, Surrey Street, London, WC2R 2NS Join us on social media:

kclsu.org/waterfront /kclsuwaterfront /kclsuwaterfront

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Downstairs at Boland House, Guy’s Bar & Café is a great place to take time out or meet friends, from lunchtime till late.

Our fresh, 10 inch subs are freshly baked every day and made to order just for you with a range of delicious, healthy fillings. Our student-friendly prices mean you get a sub, crisps and a canned drink or filter coffee for under £3.

With barista coffee and loose leaf teas, we make the best brew Guy’s has had since 1882. Get your daily fix with our bottomless filter coffee, and in the afternoon, why not treat yourself to an indulgent muffin, cookie or slice of cake?

Our loyalty card means you buy four subs and get the fifth free, buy five coffees and get the sixth free – or both! All our staff earn the London Living Wage and the

Guy’s Bar & Cafémoney you spend at Guy’s Bar & Café goes back into supporting services for you.

At night, we’re legendary among Guy’s students – generations have celebrated their sporting wins or forgotten their losses here on Wednesday nights. But there’s much more to us than sports night, with reasons to get together here every night of the week.

If you’ve got an NUS Extra card, you can enjoy 10% off at Guy’s Bar & Café between 12pm to 2pm and 5pm to 7pm.

What’s On:Monday: Quiz NightTuesday: Societies NightWednesday: Sports Team NightFriday: Cocktail Night and The Exchange

Find us:Guy’s Bar & Café, Guy’s Campus,Boland House, London, SE1 9RTJoin us on social media:

kclsu.org/guysbar /kclsuguysbar

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Unlocking London – KCLSU Events

Entertainment at KCLSU is brought to you by the Unlocking London team. Whether you’re a newcomer, seasoned visitor or a native Londoner, Unlocking London helps you take advantage of being in the heart of the capital with the latest cultural, and nightlife events.

Unlocking London hosts a variety of events so there’s really something for everyone. Over the last year we’ve brought you 50 Cultural events and 70 Nightlife events with our partners Original Sin & Wicked Student Nights, we also provide after parties for events such as Varsity and the Macadam Cup.

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You can find out more about us, our partners and our events programme online:

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Sunday 13 Sep

KCL Freshtival A welcome to University Life and meet new friends with a 16 Hour Party 14:00, Prices: £8-15,Two Secret CentralLondon Locations Temple

Tuesday 15 Sep

KCL International MixerJoin your fellow International Students at London’s biggest midweek House Night Sneak22:00, Prices: £3,XOYO, Shoreditch Old Street

Wednesday 16 Sep

Red Card Warm UpExperience the famous Gladiator joust at London’s biggest uni sports night Red Card21:30, Prices: £3,Walkabout, Temple Temple

Thursday 17 Sep

KCL Freshers RaveThe annual Freshers’ Rave at the world famous Fabric nightclub with Radio 1’s Danny Howard and special guest DJs22:00, Prices: £8-15,Fabric Farringdon

Wednesday 23 Sep

Red Card Freshers Superhero PartyThe BIG Freshers Party at Red Card, with a superhero-themed special, open till 3am.21:30, Prices: £3-7, Walkabout, Temple Temple

Thursday 24 Sep

Lights OnLasers, smoke and 15,000 separate LED lights - a breathtaking sound and lighting system at Lightbox for London’s coolest Thursday22:00, Prices: £3, Lightbox, Vauxhall Vauxhall

Monday 28 Sep

Postgraduate PartyJoin your fellow Postgraduate Students at one of London’s most exclusive spots KONNECT with drinks deals and throwback anthems22:00, Prices: £3,KONNECT Victoria

Monday 5 Oct

PicNic Launch PartyCan’t bear Mondays? London’s brand new weekly Monday night PicNic is here to kick start your week 22:00, Prices: £3, The Qube Project Victoria

Freshers wristband£22.70 (Early bird)£25.70 (Standard)£30.70 (VIP)Events included on the KCLSU x WSN Freshers Wristband are:

KCL FreshtivalKCL Freshers Rave Lights On PicNic Launch Party

See kclsu.org/unlockinglondon for more details.

Booking UL ticketsBook your Unlocking Londonevent tickets online atkclsu.org/unlockinglondon(70p booking fee per transaction).

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Sunday 13 Sep

Welcome PicnicGuy’s and Strand Christian CUPicnic for all to come and share and meet people. 13:00, St. James’ Park, Meet at St. James’ Park tube

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Monday 14 Sep

Lock and Key PartyMSA CommitteeThis opening night has been the foundation of too many hilarious stories and is certainly not to be missed. 21:00, Guy’s Bar.

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Meet & GreetMSA CommitteeMeet your fellow medic freshers and pick up your welcome pack to kick-start the fortnight! 12:00, Quad at Guy’s Campus. London Bridge

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Tuesday 15 Sep

London Tour for InternationalsChristian Union StrandTour of the main London attractions - Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Downing Street - with English cream tea and short talk at the end in Strand chapel! 14:30, Meet in Strand reception area. CU members will be in blue jumpers!

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Karl Marx Pub CrawlKCL History Society Join KCL History Society for a pub crawl inspired by the man himself as we visit Karl Marx’s favourite pubs in Central London!19:00, Begins at Waterfront Bar & Kitchen

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Toga PartyMSA CommitteeThe infamous toga party returns at the Coronet again!20:00, Quad at Guy’s Campus/Coronet

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Dodge BOOBCoppafeelBoob themed Dodge Ball tournament to raise awareness for breast cancer15:00, Tabard Street Gardens

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Grub CrawlGuy’s Christian UnionA three course dinner at students’ houses19:00, Meet outside Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

KCL Marrow Treasure Hunt MarrowA treasure hunt across london with fabulous prizes up for grabs, a chance to get to know your new city and make some new friends!11:00, The Spit, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

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Thursday 17 Sep

KCL Takes The British MuseumHistory Society Join us at the wonderful British Museum and soak up some history 12:00, British Museum

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Tour of ParliamentConservative Society Join the Conservative Society in an exclusive tour of the Houses of Parliament 18:00, Portcullis House

Westminster

Baywatch Beach PartyMSA Committee Join us on the quad for ice cream, slushies and Pimm’s, then head on to Belushi’s for the infamous afterparty!19:00, Guy’s Quad then Belushi’s Borough High St

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Friday 18 Sep

RAGventureRAGJoin RAG for an exciting treasure hunt through the streets of London! 14:00, Guy’s Campus

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Meat and GreetGospel MusicIt will be a barbecue with singing, dancing and games 16:00, Guy’s Campus Quad

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Saturday 19 Sep

GKT FESTIVALMSA Committee Join us in the quad for some live acoustic music, interactive workshops and classic festival food14:00, Quad at Guy’s Campus

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Sunday 20 Sep

Picnic in the ParkKCL Teach FirstCome meet students 11:00, Tabard Gardens, Tabard St Borough

Senior Taster SessionKCL Boat ClubChance for any previous rowers or scullers to come along and meet our senior squads. 12:00 female, 15:00 male, Meet at Waterloo Station to go to TSS Boatclub, Chiswick

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Icebreaker PicnicIranSocJoin us for Iranian games, music and food! 13:00, Tabard Gardens

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KCL Labour Freshers’ PicnicLabourKCL Labour enjoy socialism and sandwiches!13:00, Hyde Park

Lancaster Gate

Meet and Greet PicnicFriends and Students Supporting IsraelCome and eat some delicious Israeli food whilst getting to meet some new students13:00, St James Park (meet at Charing Cross Station)

Charing Cross

King’s Musical Theatre’s Welcome WorkshopKing’s Musical TheatreTake part in our musical theatre workshop and see what KMT is all about!15:30, Tutu’s Temple

King’s Shakespeare Company Walking TourKing’s Shakespeare CompanyA merry whistle-stop tour of the famous and more obscure sites of Shakespeare’s London 18:30, The Globe Theatre

Mansion House/London Bridge

King’s Musical Theatre presents... Open Mic NightKing’s Musical TheatreSing your hearts out, have a drink and meet your fellow KMT members!19:00, Alleycat Bar, 4 Denmark St, WC2H 8LP

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Monday 21 Sep

Charity test of strengthKCL Barbell ClubStep right up - KCL Barbell Club are bringing the classic carnival test of strength to Guy’s campus! 11:00, Garden outside New Hunt’s House, Guy’s Campus

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4 Legged Pyjama Pub CrawlMSA CommitteeGet tied to two strangers and tour Borough’s brilliant pubs, each one guarded by a different sports team, all dressed in your pyjamas.19:00, Guy’s Bar and Borough Pubs London Bridge

Meet the BakersKCL Baking SocietyA free gingerbread decorating event to allow bakers to meet, chat and learn about everything Baking Society has planned for the upcoming year.18:30, The Spit, Boland House, Guy’s Campus London Bridge

Tuesday 22 Sep

Kung Fu & Meditation TasterKung FuTry out an ancient tradition and get fit with Shaolin Kung Fu! 19:00, Boland House, Guy’s Campus London Bridge

KCL Radio’s Fresher FestivalKCL RadioJoin the best up and coming artists in the Strand Quad12:30, The Quad at King’s/Tutu’s (depending on availability) Temple

Treasure HuntChemistry SocietyThe best and easiest way to meet your fellow course mates whilst getting to know your London campus 14:00, Waterloo campus

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Pharmsoc IcebreakerPharmacy SocietyBreak some ice and make some new buddies, with some games and good times! 17:00, Waterloo Campus, Franklin-Wilkins Building (room to be confirmed)

Waterloo

KCL Diwali ShowcaseKCL Diwali ShowShowcase of different acts and signup sheets for auditions 17:15, Greenwood Theatre, 55 Weston St, SE1 3RA

London Bridge

Anime & Manga Quiz SocialAnime & MangaPut your anime & manga knowledge to the test and win prizes!18:00, Strand Campus

Temple

Jekyll & Hyde AuditionsKing’s Musical TheatreCome along and audition for King’s Musical Theatre’s first production of the year, Jekyll & Hyde!18:00, Strand Campus, (Room TBC) Temple

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Hindu Soc Meet and GreetKCL Hindu SocietyHindu Soc’s annual meet, greet and eat (featuring gol gappa/panipuri). All are welcome to enjoy and celebrate Hinduism!13:00, Guy’s Quad

London Bridge

KCLGe Taster Game NightKCL Video Gaming & eSports Society (KCLGe)Come along and play a few games in our first event of the year!16:00, Activity Room 4, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

Jekyll & Hyde AuditionsKing’s Musical TheatreCome along and audition for King’s Musical Theatre’s first production of the year, Jekyll & Hyde!18:00, Activity Room 3, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

First meeting of the yearCreative WritingAn opportunity to meet other creative writers, and find out about our plans for the year.18:00, Strand Campus,Room TBC Temple

Tamil Society Meet and GreetTamilYour opportunity to meet other freshers, older students and find out about all of our upcoming events and plans!18:00, The Spit, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

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Cocktail Society Fresher’s SocialKing’s Cocktail SocietyCocktail Society’s first social of the year! Come for cocktails and to find out about membership and upcoming events.19:00, Fifty Five Bar, Camden Town Camden Town

Roar News meet and greetRoar NewsInterested in writing for the best student publication in the country? We need journalists, designers, coders, and more. Come down and meet us!19:30, Waterfront Bar & Kitchen Temple

Wednesday 23 Sep

Freshers BBQKCL Boat ClubCome along to our BBQ by the Thames for your chance to get in a boat and try rowing, followed by our infamous evening social!12:00, Meet at Waterloo Station to go to TSS Boatclub, Chiswick Waterloo

KCL Marrow Treasure HuntMarrowA fun packed day of clues taking you across London, with great prizes up for grabs and a fun way to make new friends you don’t want to miss this event!12:00, The Spit, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

GKT Netball Freshers WednesdayGKT NetballCome and join us for a fun day of netball! 12:30, Meet outside Boland House (Guy’s Campus); going to the Griffin Sportsground, North Dulwich London Bridge

Musical Theatre Treasure HuntKing’s Musical TheatreTake part in our Musical Theatre themed Treasure Hunt around London, with some great prizes up for grabs!14:00, Meet at Strand Reception Temple

Old school sports dayAthletics and Cross CountryCome along and take part in some classic sports day events such as egg and spoon, sack, three legged and relay races! Its going to be a great social event with lots of prizes to be won! Remember to wear suitable sports clothing and trainers!14:00, Regents Park Tube station Regents Park

Spartan circuit Fitness Feat KCLArrive in sports gear to test out our Spartan circuit and get your fitness questions answered17:00, The Quad, Guy’s Campus London Bridge

GEEKSOC Annual Freshers pub quizGeekSocFriendly pub quiz about films, games, superheroes and more!17:30, Penderel’s Oak Pub (downstairs), 283-288 High Holborn, WC1V 7HP

Chancery Lane

1st Wine and Cheese Night - Bienvenus !French SocietyThis will be the first of many Wine and Cheese nights, where we will present the society to everyone and all events to come. 19:00, Common room of the French Department, Virginia Woolf Building, 4th floor Holborn

KCL Labour pub crawl: Paint the Town RedLabourJoin KCL Labour’s annual pub crawl before Walkabout!19:00, The Knight’s Templar

Chancery Lane

PharmSoc Bar Crawl / Guy’s BarPharmSocHit the town with PharmSoc, bring your friends for a big night out!20:00, Meet outside Great Dover Street Apartments,

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Outdoor Secret CinemaMSA CommitteeGrab your blankets and cosy up for an outdoor screening of a favourite film in the quad - all proceeds go to the RAG charities!18:30, Guy’s Quad

London Bridge

Welcome EventKCL Politics SocietyAmbition, leadership, curiosity, passion - whether you plan on building a career in politics or simply enjoy talking about international affairs - we have it all and this event will tell you all about us.18:30, Anatomy Lecture Theatre, Strand campus

Temple

Israeli Film Night Friends and Students Supporting IsraelTake a break from partying and join us for a quiet night in watching an Israeli film (with some Israeli beer) 19:00, Activity Room 4, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

LGBT+ Freshers Club Night LGBTFirst LGBT+ club night of the year. Welcoming LGBT+ freshers to King’s.20:00, Meet at Waterfront Bar & Kitchen, Strand Campus then to KU Bar and G.A.Y Temple

Jekyll & Hyde AuditionsKing’s Musical TheatreCome along and audition for King’s Musical Theatre’s first production of the year,Jekyll & Hyde!18:00, SWB21, Strand Campus Temple

KCL Diwali Showcase - Strand/WaterlooKCL Diwali ShowShowcase of different acts & signup sheets for auditions18:00, Edmond J Safra Lecture Theater Temple

KCL STAR ‘No MoreBeyond’ Screening KCL StarKCL STAR are screening the seminal documentary ‘No More Beyond’ telling the story of refugees crossing the border to the EU in Northern Morocco- come along to watch this eye-opening story as well as learn more about volunteering with refugees. 18:30, Stamford Street Apartments Lecture Theatre

Temple

What would you do if you had 24 hours to live? Krishna ConsciousnessAn in-depth, eye-opening and interactive talk 18:30, Strand campus

Temple

Thursday 24 Sep

Kung Fu & Mindfulness TasterKung FuTry out an ancient artand modern techniques to improve your physical and mental health19:00, Activity Room 2 Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

Anime Intro ScreeningAnime & MangaWhether you’re new to anime or a hardened veteran, our first screening of the year will have something for everyone!18:00, Strand Campus

Temple

LGBT Welcome MixerLGBTMeet and greet other LGBT+ students; music, games and a chilled out evening.18:00, Tutu’s, Strand Campus

Temple

KingsTV Meet & GreetKingsTVGet to know your multi-award winning Student Television Station: meet us, see what we do and let’s talk about how you can be part of the team this year!18:00, Macadam Building, Strand Campus, Level 4, then up the stairs to the balcony,. Meet KingsTV in the meeting space in front of Student Media Centre London Bridge

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Friday 25 Sep

Meet and GreetPunjabi SocietyCome and join us for the launch of KCL Punjabi Soc17:00, Guy’s Campus

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Volunteers mixerKCL CitizensA casual social event for new students who are interested in volunteering to meet each other & reps from volunteering societies 16:30, Waterfront Bar & Kitchen and Guy’s Bar simultaneously

Temple / London Bridge

GEEKSOCs first Seriously Silly Film Night GeekGeekSocCome watch (and mock)geeky sci-if, fantasy and generally silly films with Geeksoc18:00, Meet at Strand Campus reception

Temple

King’s Shakespeare Company Welcome WorkshopKing’s Shakespeare CompanyFreshers, Romans, Countrymen join us for a fun and laidback introduction to theatre and the King’s Shakespeare Company 18:30, See King’s Shakespeare Company Facebook page http://on.fb.me/1MMEnNA

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The ExchangeMSA CommitteeCome to Guy’s Bar to experience The Exchange - where drinks prices rise and fall according to market value! Plus live music from the incredible Treehouse of Funk! 20:00, Guy’s Bar, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

Saturday 26 Sep

GKT Netball - Team TrialsNetball GKTTrial for one of GKT Netball’s 6 competitive teams11:00, The Griffin Sportsground, North Dulwich

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KCL Fusion Choreographer AuditionsKCL Dance SocKCL Dance Society’s Competition Team Choreographer Auditions12:00, Activity Room 1, Boland House, Guy’s campus

London Bridge

EcoSoc Picnic EcoSocVegan treats 13:00, Guy’s campus

London Bridge

Improv Social at The Miller plus Late-Night JamRunning a MockRunning-a-Mock will begin its year with a group outing to the Miller Theatre to socialise and watch some improv.19:00, The Miller Theatre, 96 Snowsfields Road, London Bridge, London, SE1 3SS

London Bridge

Sunday 27 Sep

KCL Fusion Dancer AuditionsKCL Dance SocKCL Dance Society’s Competition Team Dancer Auditions11:00, Activity Room 2, Boland House, Guy’s campus

London Bridge

Tuesday 29 Sep

Kung Fu TasterKung FuTry out an ancient artwith Shaolin Kung Fu!19:00, Activity Room 1, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

Meet and Greet at Waterfront Bar & KitchenJapan SocietyWhether you’re a Japan fanatic, enjoy the occasional anime or are simply from Japan, come to Waterfront for a casual time to meet people with a mutual fondness of Japan!15:00, Waterfront Bar & Kitchen Temple

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Visit Palestine talk and workshopAction PalestineThis workshop will introduce people to the situation on the ground in Palestine from two recent ISM volunteers, as well as run exercises and activities for people interested in visiting Palestine as a form of solidarity16:00, Strand Campus, S0.03

Temple

Introduction to Ethical FinanceEthical Finance SocietyShort Lecture 18:00, Strand campus

Temple

Thursday 1 Oct

Kung Fu, Meditation & MindfulnessKung FuTry out the ancient art of Shaolin Kung Fu and see how it applies to you today!19:00, Activity Rom 2, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

Cardiovascular Medicine: When Every Minute CountsCardiovascular SocietyCurious about life in cardiovascular medicine? This is your chance to find out more! Come along to our introduction evening to hear about different aspects of cardiovascular medicine including cardiology, congenital heart defects, and cardiothoracic surgery

KCL Amnesty International Welcome Event KCL Amnesty InternationalMeet the new Committee, discover the Society and the work of Amnesty International. Join us to take action for Human Rights!18:15, K6.29 (Anatomy Lecture Theatre) or K1.28

Temple

KCL ABACUS Fresher’s DinnerAbacusA great opportunity for students of a Chinese background, or simply interested in Chinese culture, to meet new people, enjoy good food, and have a great time with one of the largest Asian societies at KCL!18:30, Golden Phoenix, 37-38 Gerrard Street,W1D 5QB Leicester Square

KCL LGBT+ Freshers Guy’s Campus Social LGBTWelcome mixer with LGBT+ students followed by drinks at a local pub.19:00, Boland House, Guy’s Campus London Bridge

Wednesday 30 Sep

GEEKSOC Tour of LondonGeekSocCome on a tour of London’s geekiest destinations such as Forbidden Planet and CyberCandy14:00, Strand reception

Temple

India Society Meet and GreetIndia SocietyAn opportunity for people to meet, socialise, win prizes and eat!16:30, The Spit, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

London Bridge

PharmSoc Bowling night at Hollywood BowlPharmacy SocietyThe talking is over, Prove your ability (or lack of) in the annual PharmSoc Bowling bonanza!17:00, Holllywood Bowl, Canada Water

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Meet King’s LINKSLINKSCome and meet King’s LINKS, a first aid society which is also part of St John Ambulance!18:00, Harris Lecture Theatre, Hodgkin Building, Guy’s Campus London Bridge

Breakin’ KCL Taster DayBreakin’ KCLFree Hip-Hop, Breaking and Popping lessons with Food and Drinks followed by a social night18:00, Activity Room 2, Boland House, Guy’s Campus

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The Future of WarKCL Future Society How to conduct war in a changing geopolitical landscape, amid growing uncertainty19:00, K6.29, Strand Campus

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from leading consultants and how to get more involved in our society!18:00, Harris Lecture Theatre, Guy’s Campus London Bridge

Screening KCL Sherlock SocietyThe first screening of the year for KCL Sherlock Society!18:00, Waterloo Campus

Waterloo

Welcome back “Aperitivo” Italian SocietyWelcome drinks for old and new members!20:00, Waterfront Bar & Kitchen Temple

Friday 2 Oct

Icebreaker Welcome DrinksCanadian & American SocietyCome join us for casual drinks and get to know us while we discuss plans forthe upcoming year... freshers this is your chance away from the 21+ or 19+ you’ve been living with!18:00, Dirty Martini, Covent Garden Covent Garden

MSA Floating BallMSA CommitteeJoin us for an evening of dancing whilst cruising down the Thames in style!19:00, Meet at Guy’s Bar

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