Hello Cornwall (International Students)

About the event

Come along to Hello Cornwall – our relaxed and friendly welcome event designed especially for international students. This is your chance to settle in, make new friends, and get a feel for Cornish life. There’ll be delicious Cornish pasties (with veggie, vegan, and gluten-free options), soft drinks and snacks, chilled music, cosy lighting, and plenty of conversation starters to help break the ice.

Try out some fun board games, mark your hometown on our giant “Where in the World?” map, and take a snap photo for our photo wall to capture your first night in Cornwall. Whether you're chatty or shy, this event is all about making early connections in a warm and welcoming space.

You do not need a ticket for this event but purchasing a ticket (FREE) guarantees you will get a Pasty. 

What is the key accessibility information?

• Noise: There will be low-level background music and friendly conversation, but no loud or sudden noises.

• Quiet space: A designated quiet space will be available in one of the SU office side rooms if you need a break.

• Crowds: We’re limiting attendance to 40 people to help keep the space comfortable and avoid crowding.

• Access: The SU building is fully accessible via a ramp with stepless access into and around the venue.

• Toilets: Toilets, including an accessible toilet, are available within the building.

• Support: If you have any problems or need support during the event, just speak to one of our friendly SU CREW who will be there to help.

Who is running the event?

This event is being orgnaised by Georgi Griskeviciene from The SU and will be run by our friednly SU CREW and Student Presdients. Our Meet the Team page includes information about every member of The SU team.

If you need a buddy to support you with arriving at the event, please email The SU on info@thesu.org.uk and we will work out what we can arrange to help. This might be someone meeting you before the event start time or simply talking you through more details of what to expect. We want to help you access our events so please let us know what you need.

Where is the event taking place?

The event is taking place at The SU at Penryn Campus. This is in the centre of the campus oppostie the Masters Suite and to the side of the Stannary. From the bus stop walk passed the Campus Shop and towards the Stannary. Follow the large footpath arounf the frint of the Stannary and up the hill. You will see our wonderful SU Mural ahead of you. From here you can go left to take the ramp up to the doors or right and up the stairs. Once inside the building we are the room on the right. Phew! You made it!

The exact location on What3words is ///letters.sensibly.croutons

Watch our Penryn Campus tour video to help you get famaliar with the campus.

What should I expect?

At this event, you can expect a calm and friendly atmosphere designed to help you settle in and connect with others. There will be soft background music, warm lighting (think fairy lights), and spaces to sit and chat, as well as light games and conversation cards to help spark new friendships.

You’re welcome to take part in as much or as little as you feel comfortable with—whether that’s chatting over a Cornish pasty, joining a group game, or simply relaxing and observing. There may be moments of light noise and movement as people arrive and mingle, but we aim to keep things low-pressure and inclusive.

A member of SU staff and student crew will be present throughout the event to support you and answer any questions. We’ll also have photography at the event for SU marketing—please just let a crew member know if you prefer not to be photographed.

This event is for students of Falmouth University and the University of Exeter Cornwall Campus.

If at any point you need a quiet space, side rooms within the SU will be available to step away and take a break.