Â鶹¹ú²ú in September Forthcoming Â鶹¹ú²ú SeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberJanuaryFebruary Fri 4th September Origami Workshop (Online) 5:30pm - 7pm Online Discover the art of paper folding in this relaxing and creative Origami Workshop! International Student Q&A 6pm - 8pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Got questions about studying, living and settling into university as an international student? Come along to our International Student Q&A! Sat 5th September How To: Online Shopping 1:30pm - 2pm Online & FG105 (One Friar Gate Square campus) As a student who struggles for a with ability, heavy lifting big shop, or just someone who wants to stay home – having Online Shopping skills and options are essential! Supermarket Trip 2pm - 4pm Meet outside One Friar Gate Square Join us on a trip to the supermarket to help you get to know your local shop! Sun 6th September Coffee Hour (Online) 9:30am - 10:30am Online Grab your favourite hot drink and join students from around the world for an informal coffee hour! Global Cafe 3pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Fancy meeting new people, making friends and getting to know different cultures? Come along to our Global Cafe! Virtual Pictionary 5pm - 7pm Online Put your drawing skills to the test in this fun and fast-paced online version of the classic game! Mon 7th September Agard Court Neighbourhood Walk 5:30pm - 7pm Meet outside Agard Court You're in a new place. You're in a new city (probably). Where are you going to go to get your cheap snacks? How are you going to know the good local spots within walking distance? We'll show you! Tue 8th September Flamsteed Court Neighbourhood Walk 5:30pm - 7pm Meet outside Flamsteed Court You're in a new place. You're in a new city (probably). Where are you going to go to get your cheap snacks? How are you going to know the good local spots within walking distance? We'll show you! Wed 9th September Darley Bank, Peak and Princess Alice Court Neighbourhood Walk 5:30pm - 7pm Meet outside Princess Alice Court You're in a new place. You're in a new city (probably). Where are you going to go to get your cheap snacks? How are you going to know the good local spots within walking distance? We'll show you! Thu 10th September Team Building Day (Buxton) 9:30am - 4:30pm The Dome, Buxton A mix of motivational speaking, Mini Olympics, and STEM problem-solving challenges designed to develop teamwork, resilience, and communication for our students at Buxton. Chesterfield: Mindfulness Mixer noon - 1pm Chesterfield (exact location TBC) Nursing can be rewarding, but it can also be demanding — so take some time to pause, breathe and look after yourself. St Christopher's Court Neighbourhood Walk 5:30pm - 7pm Meet outside St Christopher's Court You're in a new place. You're in a new city (probably). Where are you going to go to get your cheap snacks? How are you going to know the good local spots within walking distance? We'll show you! Fri 11th September Chesterfield: Grey's Anatomy Watch Party 4pm - 6pm Chesterfield (exact location TBC) Calling all future nurses! Take a break from studying and join us for a Grey’s Anatomy Watch Party — the perfect chance to relax, laugh, debate and see how much you can relate the drama to your own nursing journey. Scavenger Hunt (Online) 6pm - 7pm Online Race against the clock to find unusual household items, complete fun challenges, and earn points throughout this fast-paced virtual scavenger hunt! There's No Place like Home: Room Decorating 7pm - 9pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Want to make yourself at home fast? Decorate! Don't know where to start? Start with us - and your room! Sat 12th September Welcome Weekend: Day One 10am - 4pm The Cavendish Building Your uni experience starts here! We want to welcome you to the university in style, so why not join us for a relaxed weekend to get to know us and meet some people. You can also complete your enrolment! Welcome Quiz Night 6pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Test your knowledge, join a team and meet other students at our fun and friendly quiz night! Bring Your Own Games Night 7pm - 8:30pm Cavendish Building - Atrium Bring your favourite game (or just yourself!) for an evening of games, snacks and new friends. Whether you’re competitive or haven’t played in years, everyone’s welcome - Grace will make sure of it! Sun 13th September Supermarket Trip 1pm - 3pm Meet outside One Friar Gate Square Join us on a trip to the supermarket to help you get to know your local shop! Welcome Weekend: Day Two 1pm - 6pm The Cavendish Building Your uni experience starts here! We want to welcome you to the university in style, so why not join us for a relaxed weekend to get to know us and meet some people. You can also complete your enrolment! How To: Online Shopping 3pm - 4pm Online & FG105 (One Friar Gate Square campus) As a student who struggles for a with ability, heavy lifting big shop, or just someone who wants to stay home – having Online Shopping skills and options are essential! Speed Friend-Making 5pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space New to Derby? Join us to make new friends in your new home! Open Mic Night 7pm - 11pm The Shakespeare Join us at Shakespeare's every Sunday for your official weekly open mic night! Mon 14th September Alton Towers Trip 9:30am - 6:35pm Meet at Derby Bus Station, Bay 29 Join us on an unforgettable experience to Alton Towers! Join us on our favourite rides such as Wicker Man, Oblivion and Galactica! Hydration Station 10am - 2pm The Kitchen, Kedleston Road Stay hydrated! Spin the pizza wheel! 11am - 3pm The Kitchen, Kedleston Road Could you win a free pizza? Diagnostics and Clinical Intervention Course Meet-Up 5pm - 6pm Â鶹¹ú²ú Social Space (Kedleston Road campus) Join fellow Diagnostics & Clinical Intervention students to meet others studying similar subjects! Officer Showdown: Game Show Night 7pm - 8:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Looking to meet new people and have some fun? Join your Student Officers for a game show inspired evening! Welcome to CU - Pizza Night 7pm - 8:30pm Cavendish Building - Atrium Come along for pizza, drinks and a chance to get to know us! Jacob will be leading the evening, so you’re guaranteed a fun and friendly night. â¤ï¸ Tue 15th September Chesterfield: Coach to Freshers' Fair in Derby 10am - 4pm Meet outside Chesterfield campus reception Fancy heading to Derby for the Freshers Fair? We’ve got you covered! Hop on our coach from Chesterfield and join fellow students for a day of discovering everything student life has to offer. Freshers' Fair 10am - 4pm Kedleston Road Your introduction to student life, our incredible two day Freshers' Fair is here! Freshers' Cafe 11am - 4pm TBD Take a break from Freshers’ Fair with a drink, a snack and some friendly faces! Come and say hello to Toby and Erin, have a chat, or just relax for a while. Welcome Movie Night 7pm - 9pm FG301 (One Friar Gate Square campus) Join us for a relaxed Welcome Movie Night! Big Fat Quiz 8pm - 11:59pm Molly Malone's Test your knowledge, sabotage your mates, and win BIG. Grab your team and head to Molly Malones for a quiz night full of laughs and unexpected twists. Wed 16th September Freshers' Fair 10am - 4pm Kedleston Road Your introduction to student life, our incredible two day Freshers' Fair is here! Freshers' Cafe 11am - 4pm TBD Take a break from Freshers’ Fair with a drink, a snack and some friendly faces! Come and say hello to Toby and Erin, have a chat, or just relax for a while. Chesterfield: Navigating Your Â鶹¹ú²ús noon - 1pm Chesterfield (exact location TBC) As a nursing student, you may have support from both your Students’ Â鶹¹ú²ú and your professional/trade union - but knowing who to speak to, and when, isn’t always straightforward How To: Getting a Job 1pm - 2pm MS222 (Markeaton Street campus) This workshop will help you understand the opportunities available while studying to develop valuable skills and gain experience that will improve your future employability. Bingo & Singobingo 7pm - 8:30pm One Friar Gate Square - Â鶹¹ú²ú Social Space Join us for bingo, snacks, laughter and some friendly competition! You don’t need to know anyone - just come along, get involved and maybe win a prize! RAMMED Launch Party 9pm - 11:59pm Molly Malone's Join us for the launch of RAMMED in it's brand new home, Molly Malone's! This is the first of many weekly student-only club nights, and we're kicking things off with a bang 💥 Thu 17th September It's all about MATCHA! 10am - 5pm The Kitchen, Kedleston Road Sample a range of Matcha drinks and food items designed to entice the taste buds. Adult Nursing Course Meet-Up (Chesterfield) noon - 1pm Atrium, Chesterfield A dedicated meet-up for Adult Nursing students based at the Chesterfield campus. Chesterfield: Yoga noon - 1pm Chesterfield (exact location TBC) Take some time to slow down, stretch and reset with a relaxing Yoga session at our Chesterfield campus. Derbion Student Takeover 3pm - 7pm Derbion Discover everything Derbion shopping centre has to offer! GIAG - Church Search 7pm - 8:30pm Cavendish Building - Atrium Meet churches from across Derby, hear what they’re about and find one that could feel like home. There’ll be friendly faces, freebies and plenty of opportunities to chat! Fri 18th September Pyramid Posters Pop-Up 10am - 3pm Atrium, Kedleston Road New home, new you. How about some posters for your wall to make your new room feel more like home? Humanities Course Meet-Up 1pm - 2pm Social Space, Kedleston Road Whether you study History, English, Philosophy, or another Humanities subject, this is your chance to meet like-minded students, discuss your interests, and grow your academic and social network. International Students Afternoon Tea 2pm - 4pm One Friar Gate Square - Â鶹¹ú²ú Social Space Come along for a very British afternoon tea, complete with scones, cream and the inevitable argument over how to pronounce “sconeâ€! Rose will be leading the afternoon. Mocktail Making 4pm - 6pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Join us to learn how to create delicious alcohol-free cocktails while meeting new people in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Late night coffee 5:30pm - 7pm Blends Cavendish Take a break from unpacking or studying. Quiz Night 7pm - 8:30pm One Friar Gate Square - Â鶹¹ú²ú Social Space Fancy a bit of friendly competition? Come along for our Quiz Night, with snacks, laughs, prizes and plenty of chances to meet new people! Sat 19th September 11am - 11pm Derby (Multi-Venue) Get ready for a huge day of live music as Invention Music Festival returns on 19 September 2026, taking over Derby with an eclectic line-up of live acts across multiple venues. Boardgame Afternoon noon - 5pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Join us for an afternoon of board games, friendly competition and great company. Derby IRL Monopoly 1pm - 4pm Cavendish Building - Ashby Lecture Theatre Monopoly, but in real life! Get into teams, explore Derby, complete challenges and meet some new people along the way! Sun 20th September Bake Along (Online) noon - 2pm Online Bake from the comfort of your own kitchen for under £20 while following a live demonstration. Treasure Hunt - Huntfun Group outing 1pm - 3:30pm Meet at Derby Cathedral We're going on a treasure hunt! New to UK? Well come along to our treasure hunt in Derby City centre! Open Mic Night 7pm - 11pm The Shakespeare Join us at Shakespeare's every Sunday for your official weekly open mic night! Singo Bingo & Hot Dogs 8:15pm - 10pm St Werburgh's Church, Friar Gate Think classic bingo, but with a musical twist! Mon 21st September Induction at Broomfield Hall 10am - 2pm Broomfield Hall For students attending Derby College on a University of Derby qualification. Play Padel 2pm - 5pm S3 Padel (Derbion) Try one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports! Associate and Enhanced Healthcare Course Meet-Up 5pm - 6pm Social Space, Kedleston Road Share experiences, build your network, and connect with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of healthcare education. Student Choice Movie Night 6:30pm - 8:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space You choose the film! Vote for your favourite from a shortlist and join us for a fun evening with fellow students at One Friar Gate Square. Prayer & Praise Night 7pm - 9pm TBD Join us for an evening of singing, worship and prayer as we lift each other up and, above all, lift God higher than ourselves. Everyone is welcome! Tue 22nd September Acorn Renters' Protection Pop-Up 10am - 3pm Atrium, Kedleston Road Come and meet Acorn Renters' Protection to find out about your rights as a renter and how to join Acorn. Midwifery, Children & PP Meet Up 3:30pm - 4pm Social Space, Kedleston Road Meet fellow students studying Midwifery, Children's Nursing, and related programmes in a supportive social environment. Mario Kart Competition 5pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Put your racing skills to the test in our Mario Kart tournament! Big Fat Quiz 8pm - 11:59pm Molly Malone's Test your knowledge, sabotage your mates, and win BIG. Grab your team and head to Molly Malones for a quiz night full of laughs and unexpected twists. Wed 23rd September Part-time Jobs and Volunteering Fair 11am - 1:30pm Atrium, Kedleston Road Looking to boost your skills and earn extra money alongside your studies, or gain valuable volunteering experience? Join us at the Part-Time Jobs and Volunteering Fair to explore a range of opportunities across different sectors. Tote Bag Decorating noon - 2pm BMG08 (Britannia Mill campus) Get creative and personalise your own tote bag! Quad Cinema Trip 1pm - 4pm The Quad Cinema Join fellow students for a trip to QUAD in the heart of Derby City Centre. Enjoy a blockbuster film on the big screen, meet new people and experience one of Derby's local entertainment venues. Criminology & Sociology Course Meet Up 4pm - 5pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Connect with students studying, Criminology, Sociology, and related Social Sciences. 7pm - 9pm Meet at the Guild Hall Clock Join us on a spooky night in the UK's most haunted cities~ Experience one of our annual Derby City Ghost Walks with the amazing Richard Felix, as you visit Derby's most haunted locations, and learn of witchcraft and executions! RAMMED 🪩🍻 9pm - 11:59pm Molly Malone's The best student night of the week... Every Wednesday! Expect mad DJs, awesome themes and loads of drinks deals. You won't want to miss it! Thu 24th September Artisan Alley 10am - 3pm Atrium, Kedleston Road Love handmade goodies and supporting small businesses? Artisan Alley is the place for you! Policing Course Meet-Up noon - 1pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Connect with fellow students studying Policing First Years Sport and Exercise Science Course Meet-Up 5pm - 6:30pm Social Space, Kedleston Road Settling into your first few weeks at Derby? Join fellow first year Sports & Exercise Science students for an informal meet-up to get to know the people on your course outside of the classroom. Retro Games Night 5pm - 10pm Electric Daisy A community event in collaboration with the Derby Computer Museum themed around classic gaming. GIAG - Equip 7pm - 8:30pm One Friar Gate Square - Â鶹¹ú²ú Social Space Come and Give It A Go! Our first regular CU night is a chance to meet people, see what we’re about and get involved — whether you’re a Christian, curious about faith, or just looking for some new friends. Fri 25th September Adult Nursing Course Meet-Up noon - 1pm Social Space, Kedleston Road Whether you're just beginning your nursing journey or already out on placement, come along to meet fellow Adult Nursing students. How To: Getting a Job 1pm - 2pm N307 (Kedleston Road campus) This workshop will help you understand the opportunities available while studying to develop valuable skills and gain experience that will improve your future employability. Sensory Night - Disabled Students Connector 6pm - 7:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Join us for a relaxed and inclusive Sensory Night, designed to create a comfortable environment for all students. Games In The Park 7pm - 8:30pm Markeaton Park Bring yourself to the park for some ball games, circle games and plenty of fun! There’ll also be cards and board games for anyone wanting something a little more relaxed. Sat 26th September Hiking 1st Give It A Go 9am - 4pm Cromford First UoD hike of the year from Black Rock in Cromford to Matlock. All Welcome! 11:30am - 6pm City Centre, Derby Derby Feste is back! Come check out the city's activities and art across town Sun 27th September Picnic in the Park 1pm - 3:30pm Meet outside Markeaton Street campus Join us for a relaxed afternoon at Markeaton Park. Enjoy games, conversation and the chance to meet fellow students in one of Derby's most popular green spaces. Sketch Along (Online) 5:30pm - 7pm Online Get creative and unwind with our guided Sketch Along session. Follow step-by-step instructions to create your own artwork while chatting with other students in a relaxed environment. Open Mic Night 7pm - 11pm The Shakespeare Join us at Shakespeare's every Sunday for your official weekly open mic night! Quiz and Pizza at St Werburgh's Church 8:15pm - 10pm St Werburgh's Church Put your trivia knowledge to the test. Mon 28th September How To: Manage Your Money 12:30pm - 1:30pm N307 (Kedleston Road campus) Want to learn practical ways to budget effectively, save money, and make the most of student discounts? Join us for the budgeting workshop! Biomedical & Forensic Science Courses Meet-Up 1pm - 2pm Meet students studying Biomedical and Forensic Science in a friendly and informal environment. Chesterfield: Business Course Meet-Up 4pm - 6pm Chesterfield (exact location TBC) Join Business students for an informal social designed to help you meet new people, share experiences, and build valuable connections. Law Course Meet-Up 5pm - 6:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Meet other Law students in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Muslim Students Meet-Up 5pm - 6:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Meet fellow Muslim students, make new connections and discover opportunities to engage with the Muslim student community throughout your time at Derby. Tue 29th September Community Connector Fair 10am - 3pm Atrium, Kedleston Road Missed someone at the Freshers Fair or still deciding which communities to join? The Communities Connector Fair is your chance to reconnect and explore what's on offer! How To: Getting a Job 3pm - 4pm Online This workshop will help you understand the opportunities available while studying to develop valuable skills and gain experience that will improve your future employability. Boardgame Night 4pm - 7pm N502, Kedleston Road campus Join us for an evening of board games, friendly competition and great company. Jewish Students Meet-Up 5pm - 6:30pm One Friar Gate Square Join us for a relaxed meet up with other Jewish students. Mental Health & Learning Disability Course Meet-Up 5pm - 6pm Connect with students studying Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing in an informal setting. Big Fat Quiz 8pm - 11:59pm Molly Malone's Test your knowledge, sabotage your mates, and win BIG. Grab your team and head to Molly Malones for a quiz night full of laughs and unexpected twists. Wed 30th September Chesterfield: Sport Course Meet-Up noon - 1pm Chesterfield (exact location TBC) Settling into your first few weeks? Join fellow Sports students for an informal meet-up to get to know the people on your course outside of the classroom. Environmental Sciences Course Meet-Up 1pm - 2pm Social Space, Kedleston Road Come along and meet other students who are passionate about sustainability, conservation, and the natural world. Hindu Students Meet-Up 4pm - 5:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Join us for a relaxed meet up with other Hindu students. Whether you're looking to make friends, connect with others or learn more about opportunities to get involved during your time at university, everyone is welcome. Accounting, Economics & Finance Course Meet-Up 5pm - 6pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Take a break from the spreadsheets and calculations to meet fellow students studying Accounting, Economics, or Finance. Throwback Movie Night 6:30pm - 8:30pm HEAP Lecture Theatre (Kedleston Road campus) Take a trip down memory lane with a screening of a much loved classic. RAMMED 🪩🍻 9pm - 11:59pm Molly Malone's The best student night of the week... Every Wednesday! Expect mad DJs, awesome themes and loads of drinks deals. You won't want to miss it! RSS Feed