🎉🌍 The GO! International Welcome Programme
These events are designed to help you settle into Swansea, meet new friends, and make the most of your time here at Swansea University. Whether you’re a newly enrolled student or just want to get involved, there’s something for everyone!
Here’s a sneak peek at some of our upcoming events:
Coming up in September
Wednesday 10th September – GO! Social Pub Quiz
Wednesday 17th September – GO! Social: Treasure Trail
Tuesday 23rd September – GO! Social: Picnic in the Park
Wednesday 24th September – GO! Walk: Explore Swansea
Thursday 25th September – GO! Social: Beach on the Bay
Monday 29th September – GO! Social : Welcome Breakfast
Coming up in October
Wednesday 1st October – GO! Walk: Explore Swansea
Saturday 4th October – GO! Trip: Cardiff by Train
Monday 6th October – GO! Social : Welcome Breakfast
Wednesday 8th October – GO! Social: Escape Room
Monday 13th October – GO! Social: Arts and Crafts
Tuesday 14th October – GO! Eat: Desi Swaag
Thursday 16th October – GO! Social: Coffee and Chat
Monday 20th October – GO! Social: Arts and Crafts
Thursday 23rd October – GO! Social: Coffee and Chat
Saturday 31st October – GO! Trip: Bristol
🌍 Language Café
Are you keen to learn new languages or brush up on ones you already know? Come along to our Language Café and practice speaking in a relaxed, friendly environment. Our Language Leaders will guide conversations, share tips, and teach you useful phrases to help you feel confident in real-life situations.
Whether you want to improve your skills, meet new people, or just enjoy chatting in different languages, the café is the perfect place to connect. No experience is needed – just bring your curiosity and a smile! 😄
No pressure, just good vibes, global connections, and a chance to explore the world through language 🌏💬
📅 Every Wednesday
🕐 1–2pm
📍 Global Lounge, Singleton Campus
If you speak a language fluently and are interested in becoming a Language Leader, please email us at gosocial@swansea.ac.uk to get involved!
International Welcome Days
Come along to meet the GO! Social team and other international students. There will be an opportunity to chat over a cup of tea, book trips and undertake some fun informal activities. The day starts at 11am.
There will also be a raffle to win a prize! To enter, make sure to sign in with one of our volunteers who will be located at the front of the building when you arrive on our welcome days!
There are two events that you can attend:
- Global Lounge on Singleton Campus – 27th September
- Y Twyni on Bay Campus – 11th October
To book on, please complete a questionnaire for the event you wish to attend below:
Global Lounge on Singleton Campus – 27th September
Y Twyni on Bay Campus – 11th October
Become a GO! Volunteer
Benefits of volunteering as GO! Team Volunteer:
- The opportunity to develop employability skills and enhance their CV (resume)
- Making a real difference to the experience of other Swansea University students
- Access to free or reduced entry to many international and other social events on and off campus
- The opportunity to develop skills in areas such as Cultural Awareness and Event Planning
- Be actively involved in the wider university community
- Meet new friends and people from all over the world
- Try something new!
You can apply via this link – https://volunteering.discoverysvs.org/volunteers/opportunity/10193151 “