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Supporting New Students

Christian Unions bring together Christians to live and speak for Jesus in the heart of universities across Great Britain. We’re excited to inform you of a number of initiatives that will help those heading to university to transition well - making friends with new and returning Christian students, connecting with local churches, and finding their place in a unique period of campus mission.

New Student Welcome Packs

New Student Welcome Packs

With many students feeling anxious or uncertain about what exactly to expect as they head to university, UCCF’s freshly-composed New Student Welcome Pack is designed to help new students adapt, settle in and make friends.

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Freshers’ week dates 2021

Freshers’ weeks dates

Freshers’ weeks are a key time for the CUs to reach out to new students, reconnect with returning second-years and also share the gospel on their campus. Use this list of dates to pray along as they happen.

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Advice for starting uni: reflections from two sisters

Blog: what's it like when your loved one starts uni during a pandemic?

Although we're emerging slowly from the pandemic, we're still not sure what will be possible and how uni life might look for students. Students are still facing uncertainty, as they have done for the past 16 months. What will it be like navigating these challenges? How can friends and family best support and encourage new students? Kizzy started university last autumn at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic and Liz is her older sister by 18 years – so almost a second mum! Here are their reflections on this unusual transition, lessons-learnt and advice.

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