Welcome

Welcome to university life! And welcome back to our returning students. September is a great time to find out about all the student opportunities available to you at your students’ union.
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Welcome is the start of the academic year at university, the opportunity to meet your community, get to know your students' union, and find out more about all of the activities you can get involved in.

The Falmouth and Exeter Students’ Union is a not-for-profit organisation focused on improving the university experience for students at Falmouth University and the University of Exeter in Cornwall. We are here to act in your benefit and represent you.

You are represented by your sabbatical officer team. They are students who are elected into their role to lead the students' union for a year. The Presidents and Vice Presidents make decisions on the future of your union.

Your sabbatical officer team 2024/25

Four people sit on a bench, smiling towards the camera. From left to right, Marketa (Vice President), Jadelle (President Falmouth), Connie (President Exeter) and Fina (Vice President) lean together with their arms around each other.

SU President Falmouth

Jadelle Luckman

Hi, I’m Jadelle (she/her)! I’m from the West Midlands but moved to Cornwall to start my degree in Popular Music in 2020 (I’m basically a local now). I really enjoy spending my free time at the beach or going on costal walks. I also love to go to open mic nights to both sing and watch other musicians.

After being a student at Falmouth for four years, I am extremely passionate about the student experience and aim to improve this throughout my year as President Falmouth. My desire to be a representative and a (very) loud voice for students of minority groups stems from working as an ambassador during my time as a student. Community, collaboration, and employability skills are key to driving successful student projects, therefore, these areas are the forefront of my manifesto.

SU President Exeter

Connie Chilcott

I’m Connie, your President Exeter for 24/25, I’m a spirited person who loves the ocean and you’ll often find me on the beach or in the sea! My background is centred around community organising and collaboration, I strongly believe that meaning can be found within our relationships with others. This belief has made me an empathetic person with a drive to create change in our communities. I find the ocean to be a magical and calming place, it rejuvenates me and allows me to decompress - something that’s necessary in our busy lives! I enjoy spending time surrounded by loved ones, usually sharing a home-cooked meal or laughing in nature; these relationships sustain and nourish me. With a care for our Earth and all inhabitants, I hope to encourage and uplift our diverse community to thrive and generate change.

SU Vice President

Marketa Carruthers

Hi all! I'm the new Vice President for 2024/25 and I love an adventure and protecting the health of our planet lies at the core of my motivations.

This year, I am here to represent the student voices of those that believe in a green future. Without the health of the Earth, there is no health of people. Sometimes it feels as though our future is bleak, but that is why we can come together to empower our voices and fight for change.

SU Vice President

Fina Day

Hey all, I’m Fina (they/them) one of your Vice Presidents for 2024/25! I am recent zoology graduate originally from Northampton, Massachusetts. As a queer international student, I am passionate that everyone on campus should feel included, safe, and like they belong. This year I aim to combine my passions for conservation and the natural world with my strong beliefs surrounding inclusion, mental health support, and amplified minority voice. When not in the office you are likely to find me wandering barefoot through gardens, out on the water rowing, or cuddled up with a cup of tea and a crochet project. I am always down for a stroll around campus, or a hot drink so please don’t hesitate to come find me with any issues or just for a chat!

How can I get involved with The SU?

Every student at Falmouth University and the University of Exeter in Cornwall is automatically a member of The SU - you're already involved! You can join a sports club or society, chat with your course rep or volunteer to be a course rep, make a suggestion to improve your uni experience on Make a Change, or simply attend one of our many events to help you connect with people like you. We've got plenty of ideas for things you can and places to visit when you're studying in Cornwall.

Welcome 2024 events

The best way to meet new people and get settled at university is to explore the range of opportunities available to you. At The SU, you are the centre of everything we do, if students are interested in it, so are we!

Budget now, save yourself the stress. Getting your money in line now will benefit you when it comes to planning out the things you want to do this year, whether that looks like travelling over the winter break or comfortably ordering a special celebratory drink when your assignment results come up. You can get free budgeting help from our Advice team.

a group of people sitting around a table playing cards Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Boardgame Evening
14th September
The Students' Union, Penryn Campus
Chill Out and Game On: Boardgame night at the Students' Union
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a group of students walking on Penryn Campus Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Walking Tours of Penryn Campus
15th September
The Students' Union, Penryn Campus
Discover your Campus: Explore, Connect, and Thrive
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Yoga Freshers morning outdoor yoga class
16th September
Amphitheatre outside down from Italian gardens & Tremough house at Penryn Campus
Join the yoga society for a morning outdoor yoga class to start the week on a relaxing and positive note. Arrive 15 minutes early with a mat, this class is a trial class for those thinking of joining the Society, we can't wait to meet you!
Sport | Wellbeing | Welcome
two people leaving the lower part of campus walking towards Penryn Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Walk to ASDA
16th September
Glasney Lodge, Penryn Campus
Stock up, Socialise, and Save!
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a group of students playing a card game Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Boardgame Evening
16th September
The Students' Union, Penryn Campus
Chill Out and Game On: Boardgame night at the Student's Union
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Eco Soc Moth Trapping
17th September
Meet outside The Exchange revolving doors
Join EcoSoc for a morning moth trapping taster session! We'll be checking our humane moth traps and identifying the amazing species inside — no previous ID experience necessary!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union First Aid Training
17th September
Peter Lanyon Seminar 4, Penryn Campus
Three hour Basic Life Support First Aid Course
Penryn Campus | Wellbeing | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Mature and Postgraduate Student Networking Brunch
17th September
The Students' Union, Penryn Campus
Brunch, Bond, and Build: Your Ideas, your Future!
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome | Networks
a group of students walking in Falmouth town centre Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Walk to Falmouth
17th September
The Students' Union, Falmouth Campus
Discover Falmouth: Your new adventure starts here!
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Eco Soc Gyllyngvase Beach Clean
17th September
Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth
Join EcoSoc and Life's A Beach UK as we work to clean up Gyllyngvase Beach!
Sustainability | Welcome
MarineWatch Gyllyngvase Beach Clean Collab!
17th September
Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth
Join MarineWatch, EcoSoc, GEMS and the charity Life's a Bech for a local beach clean on our own Gylly Beach! Great to get to know others and to do your part to keep our beaches clean.
Penryn Campus | Sustainability | Postgraduates | International | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a cup of coffee Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Disabled and Neurodivergent Students Coffee and Chat
17th September
The Students' Union, Penryn Campus
Coffee, Chat, and Change
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union First Aid Training session 2
17th September
Peter Lanyon Seminar 4, Penryn Campus
Three hour Basic Life Support First Aid Course
Penryn Campus | Wellbeing | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Racially Marginalised Students Networking Lunch
17th September
The Students' Union, Penryn Campus
Eat, Chat, and Change
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a group of students stand around a stall at a fayre looking at a laptop Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Welcome Fayre
18th September
Penryn Campus
Kickstart your year!
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
MarineWatch Marine-themed Pub Crawl and social!
18th September
Falmouth pubs (keep an eye on our instagram @sumarinewatch)
Join MarineWatch for a marine-themed pub crawl! If you would like to, dress up in your best underwater gear and strut your stuff. Or, just bring yourself and enjoy a casual night getting to know the local pubs with our society!
Penryn Campus | Sustainability | Postgraduates | International | Exeter students | Falmouth students | LGBTQ+ | Welcome
a group of students playing table tennis Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Olympics Indoor Games Night
18th September
Fox Café, Falmouth Campus
Chill Out and Game On: Indoor games Olympics at the Students' Union
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
GEMS (Geography, Environmental and Marine Science) Welcome Week Pub Crawl!
18th September
The Packet Station, Falmouth Town
Join us for the first pub crawl of the year! This will be a great opportunity to meet new people and to explore Falmouth's unique nightlife.
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Cornish Language and Culture Kerdh dhe Golji Glasnudh ha Gwithti Pennrynn/Walk to Glasney College and Penryn Museum
19th September
Meet up outside the revolving doors of the Exchange Building.
Welcome
a cup of coffee Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Mature and Postgraduate Student Coffee and Chat
19th September
The Students' Union, Falmouth Campus
Coffee, Chat, and Change
Falmouth Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome | Networks
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Outdoor cinema
19th September
Tremough House Lawns, Penryn Campus
"Reel" fun
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Eco Soc Coffee & Crafts Morning
19th September
Exchange Room Yellow
Join EcoSoc for a morning crafts session, where you can join in nature-themed origami, drawing & needle felting whilst sipping a coffee and having a chat!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
a cup of coffee Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union LGBTQ+ Students Coffee and Chat
19th September
The Students' Union, Falmouth Campus
Coffee, Chat, and Change
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Outdoor cinema Film 2
19th September
Tremough House Lawns, Penryn Campus
"Reel" fun
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Pasty and Pals - International Students
19th September
The Students' Union, Penryn Campus
Connect, snack, and shape your University Experience
Penryn Campus | International | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Penryn high street Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Walk to Penryn
19th September
Bus Stops, Penryn Campus
Discover Penryn: Explore, connect, and feel at home!
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Field Botany Botany Bingo
19th September
Outside of the Exchange
Join us for a casual botany bingo, our first event of the year! Please bring a pen and notebook. See you there!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
Art Club Drawing Tour of Falmouth
19th September
The Moor, Falmouth
Meet us at The Moor in Falmouth with a sketchbook and come along on our welcome week drawing tour! The tour will go through town and finish at Gylly Beach with stops along the way for drawing.
Welcome
Scouts & Guides (Kernow SSAGO) SSAGOK Monopoly Run
19th September
Penryn campus , The benches outside the Chapel
Come Join Us for Afternoon of Fun and Excitement ! New Members And Returning Member Welcome as SSGOK members bring the ageless board game Monopoly to life ! Compete for the victory of wining and learn your way around the new campus !
Welcome
GEMS (Geography, Environmental and Marine Science) Beach BBQ
19th September
Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth
Come along to our beach BBQ held at Gyllyngvase for a chance to meet new friends.
Wellbeing | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Eco Soc Pond Dipping
19th September
Meet outside The Exchange revolving doors
Join EcoSoc as we explore the amazing wildlife living in Penryn Campus' various ponds!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Outdoor cinema Film 3
19th September
Tremough House Lawns, Penryn Campus
"Reel" fun
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Dance Society Welcome Quiz
19th September
Old Chapel Lecture Theatre
Welcome quiz for new and returning members* of the Dance Society! Rounds incl. history of dance and our society, get to know your 24/25 committee and opportunity to ask questions before our upcoming taster session. *No membership or ticket required.
Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Outdoor cinema Film 4
19th September
Tremough House Lawns, Penryn Campus
"Reel" fun
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Eco Soc Bat Walk
19th September
Meet outside The Exchange revolving doors
Join EcoSoc as we lead you on a bat walk around Penryn Campus!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
Eco Soc Moth Trapping
20th September
Meet outside The Exchange revolving doors
Penryn Campus | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union First Aid Training session 3
20th September
Exchange Courtyard Room 6, Penryn Campus
Three hour Basic Life Support First Aid Course
Penryn Campus | Wellbeing | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Yoga Silent Disco Yoga class
20th September
Gyllys beach
Silent Disco Beach Event
Sport | Wellbeing | Welcome
a group of women talking on campus Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Women Coffee and Chat
20th September
The Students' Union, Falmouth Campus
Coffee, Chat, and Change
Falmouth Campus | Falmouth students | Welcome
History Society Beach BBQ Social with Global Politics Society (FREE)
20th September
Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth
We are hosting a Beach & BBQ social on Gylly Beach on Friday 20th at 12PM with the Global Politics Society. Tickets are FREE and we will be providing a range of FREE barbequed food such as Burgers and Hotdogs, including vegan and vegetarian options.
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a group of students sitting on the beach Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Beach Day
20th September
Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth
Sun, sand, and sports.
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union First Aid Training session 4
20th September
Exchange Courtyard Room 6, Penryn Campus
Three hour Basic Life Support First Aid Course
Penryn Campus | Wellbeing | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Eco Soc 1st Year Biosciences Quiz
20th September
Daphne du Maurier Building, Upper Floor
Join the SU Bioscience societies and CEC Faculty for a fun quiz session!
Penryn Campus | Sustainability | Welcome
Scouts & Guides (Kernow SSAGO) SSAGOK Walk to Pendennis Point
20th September
Meet at the benches outside of the Chapel Lecture Theatre
Join us for a walk from Penryn Campus to Pendennis Point! At a relaxed pace, you will get to know each other and the local area! A great hike for beginners!
Welcome
Hockey Mens CSM Men's Hockey Taster Session
20th September
Penryn College Astroturf
Join our training session to see if Hockey and our club is right for you Training takes place at Penryn College Astroturf 5:30pm Meet at Glasney Lodge to be walked down to the pitch All abilities welcome
Penryn Campus | Falmouth Campus | Sport | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Welsh Society Red Shirt Pub Crawl
20th September
TBC - Check the Instagram announcement
Shwmae a croeso! Join us for the first event of the year, a good old fashion pub crawl. On the 20th of September, get on your red shirts and show your pride for Cymru on the streets of Falmouth. Check our Instagram for more details :)
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
GEMS (Geography, Environmental and Marine Science) Pub Quiz
20th September
TBC - please check for updates via our Instagram
Join us for our first pub quiz of the year. Come along to make new friends and team up with new people to take on our quiz and win!
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Birdwatching Society Birdwatching taster session - Penryn Campus Walk
21st September
Penryn Campus
Join us for a short walk around Penryn campus to spot some of the birdlife in the area!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
MarineWatch Rockpooling and Sea Glass Hunting Beach Social
21st September
TBC - one of Falmouth's beaches
Join MarineWatch for a beach social with rockpooling and sea glass hunting! Great way to explore our local marinelife and to get to know others with similar interests. Location and time TBC due to tides, keep an eye on our instagram @sumarinewatch!
Penryn Campus | Sustainability | Postgraduates | International | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Eco Soc UK Herptile Intro & ID Session
21st September
Exchange Room Yellow
Don't know what a 'herptile' is? Come and find out!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
Eco Soc Pond Dipping
21st September
Meet outside The Exchange revolving doors
Join EcoSoc as we explore the amazing wildlife found in Penryn Campus' ponds!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Laser Tag
21st September
Raze the Roof, 30a Parkengue, Kernick Rd, Penryn, TR10 9EP
Gear up and Game On.
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Pole Pole Society Taster Session 3
22nd September
Sports Centre Studio, Penryn Campus
Come and try out pole! In our 1 hour taster session you will get to socialise and be taught a variety of pole basics and get a feel for what our sessions are all about. Head over to our instagram @falmouthpolesociety for more info <3
Penryn Campus | Sport | Welcome
Eco Soc Penryn Campus Green Spaces Tour
22nd September
Meet outside The Exchange revolving doors
Join EcoSoc for a tour of all the beautiful green spaces on Penryn Campus!
Penryn Campus | Welcome
Scouts & Guides (Kernow SSAGO) SSAGOK S'mores on Gylly Beach
22nd September
Gyllyngvase Beach
Join us for a relaxed evening on the Beach with a fire and S'mores!
Welcome
Yoga Freshers morning outdoor yoga class
23rd September
Amphitheatre outside down from Italian gardens & Tremough house at Penryn Campus
Join the Yoga Society for a morning outdoor yoga class on campus for a relaxing way to start the first term. Bring a mat & arrive 15 minutes early, we can't wait to meet you there :)
Sport | Wellbeing | Welcome
Hockey Mens CSM Men's Hockey Taster Session
23rd September
Penryn College Astroturf
Join our training session to see if Hockey and our club is right for you Training takes place at Penryn College Astroturf 5:30pm Meet at Glasney Lodge to be walked down to the pitch All abilities welcome
Penryn Campus | Falmouth Campus | Sport | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a group of students painting together Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union SpeedPainting
24th September
The Students' Union, Falmouth Campus
Brush Up and Bond
Falmouth Campus | Falmouth students | Welcome
History Society Pizza Party Social with the Progressive Society (FREE)
24th September
TBD
We are hosting a free Pizza party social with the Progressive Society. Tickets are free and we will be providing Pizza with vegetarian and vegan options. Great chance to get to know students studying the humanities.
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a group of students talking Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Chat to the Students' Union Crew
25th September
Fox Café, Falmouth Campus
Chat, Connect, Kickstart your year
Falmouth Campus | Falmouth students | Welcome
a group of students in the gardens on Penryn Campus Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Garden Games and Picnic Afternoon
25th September
Italian Gardens, Penryn Campus
Eat, play, relax, and enjoy the sunshine!
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Welsh Society Pub Crawl
25th September
Falmouth Town
Yes, you heard us right! We're hosting another pub crawl, no theme this time just good old fashion, pubs, talking and walking. More info will be available shortly on the Instagram.
Penryn Campus | Falmouth Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
two students walking on the beach Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Swanpool and Gyllyngvase Beach Clean
26th September
The Students' Union, Falmouth Campus
Enjoy the views and make a difference!
Falmouth Campus | Sustainability | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Boat Party
26th September
Falmouth
Views, Tunes, Fun on the Water
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Hockey Mens CSM Men's Hockey Taster Session
27th September
Penryn College Astroturf
Join our training session to see if Hockey and our club is right for you Training takes place at Penryn College Astroturf 5:30pm Meet at Glasney Lodge to be walked down to the pitch All abilities welcome
Penryn Campus | Falmouth Campus | Sport | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
African Caribbean Society We Outside
27th September
Club International, Falmouth
Get ready for the biggest event of the year! Join us for an unforgettable night of music and vibes as we bring together the hottest sounds in rap, hip-hop, R&B, Afrobeats, and Amapiano. This event promises to be a night to remember.
Penryn Campus | Falmouth Campus | Truro Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
Pole Pole Society Taster Session 8
29th September
Sports Centre Studio, Penryn Campus
Come and try out pole! In our 1 hour taster session you will get to socialise and be taught a variety of pole basics and get a feel for what our sessions are all about. Head over to our instagram @falmouthpolesociety for more info <3
Penryn Campus | Sport | Welcome
a group of students talking Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Chat to the Students' Union Crew
30th September
Koofi, Penryn Campus
Chat, Connect, Kickstart your year
Penryn Campus | Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a cup of coffee Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Bean to Brew: Coffee Workshop
2nd October
Origin Coffee, Porthleven
Experience the art of coffee
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
a cup of coffee Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union Bean to Brew: Coffee Workshop
9th October
Origin Coffee, Porthleven
Experience the art of coffee
Exeter students | Falmouth students | Welcome
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Taking care of yourself

New place, new housemates, new course, new people: this is a busy time that can be overwhelming. You don’t have to make friends and feel sparkly the whole time.

You can find lots of helpful platforms and links in our mental health resources but if you need more help, you might want to talk to the student support team.

Your questions answered

How do I get tickets for events?

Any student can book a ticket for our events. Booking tickets helps us to understand what you're interested in and informs our event plans in the future.

If you are a new student, head to the new student sign up page. Fill out your details and save. If you have your student number, please make sure you include it in the form. Once you have saved your details, you need to log in to the website where you can book your tickets and get ready for your arrival in September. If you have any issues, please email The SU team.

If you are a current student, log in with your university single-sign on and book tickets by visiting each event and following the instructions.

When does Welcome start?

Welcome Week officially starts from Monday 16 September 2024 with lots of students moving into university owned accommodation from Thursday 12 September 2024.

When is the Welcome Fayre?

The Welcome Fayre is on Wednesday 18 September 2024, from 12pm until 3pm at the Penryn Campus. We are hosting a quiet hour for neurodivergent, shy, or noise sensitive students from 11am until 12pm. You can also book a tour at any point throughout the day.

Who can come to the Welcome Fayre?

The Welcome Fayre is for Falmouth University and University of Exeter Cornwall students only. Any non-students will be removed from Penryn Campus by security. Exceptions to this rule include:

  • Carers of students attending the event
  • Pre-registered commercial stallholders

I'm not a first year - can I come to Welcome events?

Absolutely! We would love to see you! Any of our students can come to any of our events.

I'm a postgraduate student - are there any events for me?

Yes! All events are open to all students, but we'll also have events during Welcome and throughout the academic year specifically aimed at helping postgraduate students meet other postgraduate students.

I'm an international student - are there any events for me?

Yes! All events are open to all students, but we'll also have events during Welcome and throughout the academic year specifically aimed at helping international students meet other international students.

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