Speed Friending

Come one come all! Whether you are a brand new or a returning student, speed friending is a great way to meet new people and maybe create some long-lasting bonds!

You’ll be discussing the most important questions in life, such as your favourite movie genre, ‘pineapple on pizza; yes, or no?’ and ‘do you scrunch or fold toilet paper?’, nah, we are just kidding about that last one, well maybe... but you'll find out when you come along to make some new connections!

If you love meeting new people as much as we do, you can come to as many Speed Friending sessions throughout the day as you'd like!

What to expect when you turn up you may ask? Well, come along and you will see us set up inside of the UC Refectory, the main hall in Building 1. There will be screens with questions and long rows of chairs ready. We'll provide directions throughout so no need to worry about not knowing where to go. Our lovely staff will also be around, ready to assist you at all times. The event is accessible through flat ground from the UC Concourse or elevators behind Mizzuna café. All you need to do is sit, bring your cheerful personality and be open to talking to new people, as you only get a few minutes to get to know someone before meeting someone new. We also have fun prompts and an MC on a microphone to further give you more topics to discuss. Once the session is done, we will let you know, and you can continue with your newly made friends onto our next event as there is plenty going on!

The Social Intensity Scale for this is 5/5 as you will be continuously talking to a range of people for approximately an hour.

We are always flexible and willing to work with our students so we want to hear from you if there are any accessibility requirements that will make it easier to attend our event!