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Wednesday 21 October 2026
Events & Activities
Lecture Series: The Beginning of the Aeneid with Dr Fiachra Mac Góráin
21/10/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
We are kicking off our lecture series for the year with the Greek and Latin department's Dr Fiachra Mac Gorain on the opening of Virgil's epic the Aeneid!This will be augmented by other material on Virgil the author, and, if time allows, how his work fits in to Augustus' grand propaganda programme.
Thursday 22 October 2026
Events & Activities
UG Active Bystander Workshop: Online
22/10/2026 | 16:00 - 17:30
The Active Bystander Programme is a core part of your induction and student experience at UCL. It empowers students to recognise and safely challenge bullying, harassment, discrimination and sexual misconduct, helping to build a safer, more respectful and inclusive UCL community.This workshop is specifically for undergraduate students.By completing the training, you’ll:
Clubs & Societies
DragSoc Lace Wig Workshop by Donafella
22/10/2026 | 18:00 - 19:30
⭐️WIG WORKSHOP BY DONAFELLA⭐️@itsdonafellaDo you want to learn how to style and wear a wig? Are you interested in meeting the AMAZING Drag Artist Donafella?Donafella will be walking you through how she styles and puts on her wigs so that they stay on. She custom styles drag wigs for people so she knows what she's doing! (Check out @donafellawigs).
Clubs & Societies
An Evening with Lord Biggar on Colonialism and Culture Wars
22/10/2026 | 18:30 - 20:00
Nigel Biggar is Regius Professor Emeritus of Moral and Pastoral Theology at the University of Oxford and a Conservative member of the House of Lords. His book Colonialism: A Moral Reckoning (2023) sparked one of the most heated debates in British public life in recent years. He'll talk about the moral history of empire, why the argument became so fierce, and what it tells us about the culture…
Clubs & Societies
Shaax and Sheeko
22/10/2026 | 18:30 - 21:00
Shaax & Sheeko is back with a Black History Month special! 🫖 Join us for an evening of tea, snacks and conversation as we welcome Dr Sada Mire, Somali archaeologist and heritage specialist, to talk about Somali history. Expect stories about the land, its past and the heritage that connects us, plus plenty of time for your questions.
Bars
Community Nights: Black History Month
22/10/2026 | 19:00 - 23:30
Celebrate 🖤❤️Black History Month💛💚 at Community Nights🌙Join us for a night of celebration in the Black community at Mully's Basement Bar. Organised through your student networks and in collaboration with UCL African & Caribbean Society, get a taste of the spirit of community at UCL, make new friends and just vibe!
Friday 23 October 2026
Events & Activities
PGT Active Bystander Workshop: Online
23/10/2026 | 10:00 - 11:30
The Active Bystander Programme is a core part of your induction and student experience at UCL. It empowers students to recognise and safely challenge bullying, harassment, discrimination and sexual misconduct, helping to build a safer, more respectful and inclusive UCL community.This workshop is specifically for undergraduate students.By completing the training, you’ll:
Sport
Boxing Defence Class (for the purpose of self defence)
23/10/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
A committee led class, which will focus on the various boxing techniques for defending strikes to the head and body. We will also progress the session to add in counters and moving out of range after defending a punch.
Clubs & Societies
Brian Cox: Emergence! 🪐
23/10/2026 | 18:00 - 23:00
The Space Society is incredibly excited to announce that we are going to see Brian Cox! After performing his smash-hit show Horizons to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new world tour Emergence. Thanks to our sponsors at ScienceKind, a platform for dialogue between scientists and the public, Space Society members will attend the show…
Events & Activities
Women, Trans, & Non-Binary Tea Party Social
23/10/2026 | 18:30 - 20:30
We understand the anime community can feel intimidating for women, trans, and non-binary folk. So we're hosting this event with the goal of making the anime space safe and accessible for all! 💙If you identify with any of these labels (or beyond!) come join us at our WTNB Tea Party social where you will get to socialise, play some games, and drink tea with likeminded individuals!
Sunday 25 October 2026
Clubs & Societies
🎃 Halloween Gathering
25/10/2026 | 17:00 - 22:00
After dinner at a local restaurant in Hampstead, come with us to Hampstead Heath for an evening of “social activities” (which “could” include poetry/literature readings, art discussions, storytelling, and/or whatever else comes to happen).
Monday 26 October 2026
Events & Activities
PGT Active Bystander Workshop: Online
26/10/2026 | 10:00 - 11:30
The Active Bystander Programme is a core part of your induction and student experience at UCL. It empowers students to recognise and safely challenge bullying, harassment, discrimination and sexual misconduct, helping to build a safer, more respectful and inclusive UCL community.This workshop is specifically for PGT students.By completing the training, you’ll:
Clubs & Societies
Halloween Games Night with Asian Social Network 🎃
26/10/2026 | 18:00 - 20:00
ASN Halloween Games Night! 👻Join us for a Halloween themed games night with ASN! Come along for a relaxed evening of games, meeting new people and getting into the Halloween spirit 🕸️📆 Monday 26th October⏰ 6 to 8pm📍 Room TBCMore details on the room coming soon, so keep an eye out on the Instagram. See you there! 🧡
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Events & Activities
UG Active Bystander Workshop: Online
27/10/2026 | 10:00 - 11:30
The Active Bystander Programme is a core part of your induction and student experience at UCL. It empowers students to recognise and safely challenge bullying, harassment, discrimination and sexual misconduct, helping to build a safer, more respectful and inclusive UCL community.This workshop is specifically for undergraduate students.By completing the training, you’ll:
Representation
Black History Month: East London Ethiopian Cooking Class
27/10/2026 | 11:00 - 13:30
Join us for a hands-on 2.5-hour cooking class that brings together food, skills, and culture.📍 Location: Hackney School of Food, Oswald Street, Lower Clapton, London E5 0BT (12 mins by bike from UCL East) ⏰ Timings: 2.5 hours at 11am OR 2.30pm on Tuesday 27th October
Representation
Black History Month: East London Ethiopian Cooking Class
27/10/2026 | 14:30 - 17:00
Join us for a hands-on 2.5-hour cooking class that brings together food, skills, and culture.📍 Location: Hackney School of Food, Oswald Street, Lower Clapton, London E5 0BT (12 mins by bike from UCL East) ⏰ Timings: 2.5 hours at 11am OR 2.30pm on Tuesday 27th October
Clubs & Societies
Cookie Dough Making
27/10/2026 | 19:00 - 20:30
Welcome to our first making event of the year! This week we’ll be making non-bake cookie dough, with a twist…. Halloween themed!! 🎃🧙♀️We’ll provide all the ingredients and equipment for all of our bakers! We do ask that you bring your own pots/containers to take home your bakes in! ⏲️👩🏼🍳
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Representation
✨Black Joy Market🖤
28/10/2026 | 12:00 - 16:00
We're bringing together talented creatives, small businesses and our community for an afternoon of shopping, music, connection and Black joy.Come along and explore a fantastic range of Black-owned businesses selling everything from handmade candles and jewellery to skincare, homeware and more. It's the perfect chance to discover new businesses, support independent creators, and pick up something…
Give it a Go
🎶🥁Steelpan Band Workshop🥁🎶
28/10/2026 | 12:30 - 13:00
🥁🎶 As part of our Black Joy Market celebrations, join us on the Quad for an exciting steelpan workshop led by the brilliant team at Music for London!Discover the vibrant sounds of the steelpan as the band guides you through the basics of this iconic instrument. Whether you’re a complete beginner or simply curious to try something new, come along, get involved, and make some music with us!