Student associations are hosting more sober, hobby-focused introductions to university life, as they say students care more about wellbeing, meaningful friendships and managing their bank balances. Events range from yoga and frisbee to virtual murder mysteries and dog meetups.
Christina Schmid says students want more diverse activities - not 'just drinking and partying'An obligatory circuit of the freshers' fair would be swiftly overtaken by a string of pub and club events - where drinks were £1 and acquaintances were made by the dozen - all likely culminating in a 12-hour foam party. Outfits ruined: At least one.
“These events are really popular,” she said. “We can see that especially after Covid, students really want more diverse activities.Aberdeen University Students' AssociationNot every activity on offer is high-energy. Aberdeen also has a virtual murder mystery, a Disney movie screening and a ‘coffee and cake’ meet-up for mature students.
Students at Glasgow university can attend houseplant sales and a charity shop crawl during their "Welcome Week" while Edinburgh is hosting a video games night and an anxiety management workshop. "Mental health issues are on the rise and more students are aware of it. People also want to form communities and friendships that aren’t just about going out.
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