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So, you’re about to embark on a new season of life - how exciting!

Here are some extra resources (to go with out new student welcome boxes) to help you navigate the first few weeks at Uni.

Don't forget to connect with your Christian Union to find friendly folk to walk alongside you as you settle, and help you in your own spiritual journey, whether or not you’d consider yourself a Christian.

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How to feel at home in your university town

How to feel at home in your university town

Lots of you will be moving to new towns and cities as you start university, here are a few ideas to help you settle in and feel at home in your move.

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Freshers' Getaways 2024

Freshers' Getaways 2024

Christian Unions across the country are hosting getaways to welcome incoming students and help prepare you for university. You're invited!

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Finding a church to call home

Finding a church to call home

The first Sunday has come and you want to go along to a service, but you have no idea where to begin with finding a church. The friendship and guidance in church can make all the difference to uni.

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Making friends in your first few weeks

Making friends in your first few weeks

You're moving to a new place and, along with everyone else, to be around a whole load of new people. It can be overwhelming so here are some ways to help you make real friends from the start.

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Finding uni hard at the start

Finding uni hard at the start

Starting uni is significant, but not always easy. Here are some resources for you if you're finding things a bit hard.

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Fun things to do with flatmates

Fun things to do with flatmates

Here are five fun and creative ideas that will give you lots of time to know each other, and help you show the generosity and love of Jesus.

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Finding that healthy balance

Finding that healthy balance

With so many things to juggle at the start of uni, how do you find that balance?

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Hosting a film night to remember

Hosting a film night to remember

Films help us to connect with one another. They prompt and tee up discussion topics which matter to us all but might be difficult to raise in ordinary conversation.

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