Hey there, GCU freshers and returning students! 🎉 Welcome to Freshers’ Week, the most electrifying kickoff to your academic year! Whether you're stepping foot on campus for the first time or coming back for another round of GCU goodness, we’ve got an action-packed week loaded with fun, friends, and fantastic freebies just for you.

At the Freshers’ Fair, meet incredible societies, sports clubs, and local and national businesses. From joining the Football team to discovering new hobbies, this is your golden ticket to explore everything GCU has to offer. Don’t miss the outdoor market buzzing with stalls, samples, and surprises!

The fun doesn’t stop there! The Re:Union Bar will host a week-long lineup of free events: Quiz Night, Comedy Night, Karaoke Night, and more! It’s the perfect place to connect, relax, and create memories.

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If you want a little sneak peek of what to expect, check out our highlight video from Freshers' 2023 below:

🎉 Freshers' Events

In partnership with GCU Student Life, we’ve lined up exciting events and activities to help you get involved and settle in.

Freshers' Fair: Monday 8th & Tuesday 9th September 2025, 10am–3pm at The ARC.

Meet our sports clubs, societies, Radio Caley, THE Edit, and representation networks. There are also Come and Try and Taster events to help you explore what’s on offer.

Freshers' Market: On the main concourse on Monday 8th & Tuesday 9th September. Meet partner nightclubs and grab freebies from Dominos, Bamboo, Kokomo, Amazon Prime, Jollibee, Hollywood Bowl, and more!

Plus, enjoy a packed schedule of free events at the Re:Union Bar on Level 1 of the Students' Association Building.