For those of you who are joining the Middlesex University community for the first time this January, welcome!

There are 500 new students starting their undergraduate courses here this term, and we're laying on a load of events to make sure you all get a chance to meet each other away from the formalities of the classroom. We've planned out a bunch of things to keep you busy and help you get a sense of the range of opportunities the Students' Union here at Middlesex can offer you.

January Induction week

Monday 20th - Induction Week begins

Orientation program for international and overseas students - see UniHub to book your spot.

Tuesday 21st - get the lowdown

Orientation Fair, 11am - 3pm

Come to the Quad to find out more about what the Students' Union does for you, and how you can get involve in the many exciting oportunites and services we offer. Sign up for societies, join a campaign or pick up your NUS Extra discount card.

Plus, the university services (UniHelp Employability, the Librabry) and external companies will be there too!

Wednesday 22nd - get social!

Speed-meeting; 5pm - 6pm

Come to The Forum for our mega-popular mixer session. Just £1 to enter, first come first served!

Games League; 6pm - 8.30pm

Stay in The Forum for table tennis, hula-hooping and board game contests. Free entry, all welcome.

Pub quiz; 8.30pm - 10pm

Next stop is the Claddagh Ring pub for the Raising and Giving (RAG) Society's pub quiz. £1 entry per person, all proceeds to Soft Power charity.

Thursday 23rd - film night

Beasts of the Southern Wild, 7.30pm - 10pm

Head to The Grove Building's Atrium for 7.30pm to see a screening of hit film Beasts of the Southern Wild. Wine, cheese and soft drinks will be available; all welcome, £3 entry.

Starting this term? Have any questions or concerns? We're here to help. Drop us a line at info@mdxsu.com, or come by the MDXSU Welcome Desk, ground floor of the Forum. We're open every weekday!