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Monday 5 October 2026
Events & Activities
Monday Meditation
05/10/2026 | 13:00 - 14:00
Start the week off with a silent meditation session to centre yourself!This session is led by Reid Humble, the UCL Chaplain and Interfaith Adviser.He will introduce you to centering contemplation, a form of silent meditation he has been practicing for over 15 years. We will then meditate silently for 20 minutes. You are also welcome to use a different meditation practice you are familiar with.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing (Taster)
05/10/2026 | 16:00 - 16:45
✏️Join us for our Drawing Taster session with artsUnlocked!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment, no experience needed! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page.
Sport
Project Active Pay and Play Squash
05/10/2026 | 16:00 - 17:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play SquashWhat to expect at Project Active Pay and Play Squash:Our Pay and Play Squash sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people, and enjoying the game at your own pace. Rackets and balls provided, so all you need is your energy and enthusiasm. Our weekly classes are open to all UCL staff and students and are designed to be:
Ultimate Frisbee - Taster Session (Indoors)
05/10/2026 | 17:00 - 10/10/2026 | 19:00
Come and try Ultimate Frisbee with the UCL Silverbacks!Whether you’ve never thrown a frisbee before or have years of experience, our taster session is the perfect opportunity to get involved. Ultimate is a fast-paced, non-contact team sport that combines the athleticism of football, the movement of basketball, and the excitement of making spectacular catches.
Representation
Start Your Leadership Journey: Nominations in the Rep Elections close on 13 October
05/10/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Interested in starting your leadership journey?There are nearly one hundred voluntary, part-time positions which you can do alongside your studies. Whether you want to lead in your Faculty, your halls or your extra-curricular activities; there is a leadership opportunity waiting for you.Find out more information about the Rep Elections now.
Ultimate Frisbee - Taster Session (Indoors)
05/10/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
Come and try Ultimate Frisbee with the UCL Silverbacks!Whether you’ve never thrown a frisbee before or have years of experience, our taster session is the perfect opportunity to get involved. Ultimate is a fast-paced, non-contact team sport that combines the athleticism of football, the movement of basketball, and the excitement of making spectacular catches.
Sport
Project Active Pay and Play 5-A-side Football
05/10/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play 5-a-side Football What to expect at Project Active Pay and Play 5-a-side Football:Our Pay and Play 5-a-side Football sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people, and enjoying the game at your own pace. Equipment is all provided, so all you need is your energy and enthusiasm.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing (Taster)
05/10/2026 | 17:15 - 18:00
✏️Join us for our Drawing Taster session with artsUnlocked!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment, no experience needed! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page.
Sport
Competitive Dodgeball Club TASTER Session
05/10/2026 | 18:00 - 19:30
Get ready to dodge, duck, and throw!Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly competitive dodgeball session where you can meet new people, learn basic skills and enjoy some friendly competition.No experience needed. Just bring some comfortable sports wear, suitable trainers and your A game!
Tuesday 6 October 2026
Volunteering
Big Help Out: Wildlife Conservation in Holland Park
06/10/2026 | 10:00 - 15:00
Join Us for Conservation Volunteering in Holland ParkSpend the day helping to care for one of London's most treasured parks. Depending on the season, you'll be helping with conservation tasks such as planting native shrubs, developing hedgerows, restoring meadows by removing invasive species, maintaining wildlife habitats and litter-picking. Every task helps improve the park for both wildlife and…
Volunteering
Crafternoon: Collaging Charity Notebooks in School of Management
06/10/2026 | 11:00 - 15:00
Join the Social Impact Team for a creative, wellbeing-focused micro-volunteering drop-in for School of Management students! Students will use collaging materials to decorate notebooks that will be donated to It's Your Life.
Give it a Go
Find Your Cause Workshop
06/10/2026 | 15:00 - 16:30
You want to make a difference. But where do you start?🕓 Duration: 1.5 hours📍 Location: TBC💡 Suitable for: Beginner friendly, no prior knowledge needed🍴 Lunch provided: Always! Plant-based and nut-free💬 Led by: SU Social Impact Team aka experts in connecting you with causes you care about
Sport
All Jokes Aside: Pickleball
06/10/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Join TeamUCL for a free Pickleball session, no experience needed! This group is only open to male-identifying students at UCL, as part of the All Jokes Aside campaign. No experience needed. These sessions are designed for complete beginners, so don't worry if you've never played before!
Sport
Project Active Pay and Play Tennis
06/10/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play Tennis What to expect at Project Active Pay and Play Tennis:Our Pay and Play Tennis sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people, and enjoying the game at your own pace. Rackets and balls provided, so all you need is your energy and enthusiasm. Our weekly classes are open to all UCL staff and students and are designed to be:
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing (Taster at UCL East)
06/10/2026 | 17:15 - 18:00
✏️Join us for our Drawing Taster session with artsUnlocked at UCL East!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment, no experience needed! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Acting (Taster)
06/10/2026 | 17:30 - 19:00
🎭 Join us for our artsUnlocked Acting Taster session!Take a step into the world of acting in our beginner friendly class! Led by Ella Jarmen, explore the craft of acting in a relaxed and inclusive environment. No theatrical experience needed, all you need is curiosity and a willingness to play!
Clubs & Societies
Swiftie Seminar!
06/10/2026 | 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for a fun, relaxed presentation and chat all about Taylor! We’ll dive into her music, explore the meanings and themes behind the songs, share our interpretations, and talk about how her lyrics and stories relate to our own lives.Whether you know every lyric by heart or you’re completely new to Taylor and just curious to see what all the fuss is about, you’re more than welcome! No Swiftie…
Representation
Union Executive: Meeting 1
06/10/2026 | 18:00 - 20:00
Union Executive brings elected student leaders together to vote on Union policy, discuss the Union’s direction and hold our Sabbatical Officers to account. All students are welcome, whether this is your first democracy event or you are already involved. Elected representatives make the formal decisions, but any student can attend and contribute.
Cheerleading: Level 1 Tryout
06/10/2026 | 19:00 - 20:30
Come along and give cheerleading a go in an extremely beginner-friendly environment! No previous cheer experience, skills, or prior knowledge is needed! We’ll teach you everything from the basics and guide you through the tryout. Whether you’ve never cheered before or are completely new to stunting and tumbling, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved and see what you can do!
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Clubs & Societies
American Football Taster Session
07/10/2026 | 12:00 - 14:00
Join the UCL Emperors for a free, non-contact American Football taster session on Wednesday 7th October!Whether you have played before or you are looking to try out a new sport, everyone is welcome - no experience is needed! Most of our players had not played American Football before joining the club!Led by our experienced players and coaches, this is a great opportunity to get to know the…