Weston College Welcomes New Learners with Freshers’ Fair
Last month, the Student Engagement Team organised a fantastic Freshers’ Fair for nearly 1,200 Year 1 learners. The event featured a range of local businesses, charities, and attractions, showcasing all the brilliant opportunities available to our learners in and around Weston-Super-Mare.
Learners connected with local organisations, picked up freebies and vouchers, and discovered a range of activities and experiences. Attendees included sports and fitness organisations such as PureGym, Bristol City Robins Foundation, and Hutton Moor Leisure Centre, as well as food outlets like Nando’s and Miss Millies. Activity centres such as All Stars and Laser Quest were present, alongside essential local services including Avon and Somerset Police and Avon Fire and Rescue. Local charities including SWEDA, NACOA, Weston Hospicecare, and Talk Club also attended to promote the work they do in the community and encourage learners to help and volunteer where possible.
On top of this, there were many interactive activities and games for learners to enjoy throughout the event including hoop-shoot basketball, inflatable surf simulator, and a photobooth with props for students to get pictures with their friends. There were also many games like spin-the-wheel that allowed students to win prizes such as discounts, samples, and sweets.
The Student Engagement Team highlighted the many ways learners can get involved in the Students’ Union (SU), from joining clubs and societies across all campuses, to taking part in sports academies or going on exciting trips in both the UK and abroad. Learners can also join the Student Committee, taking on roles such as Student Representative, Apprentice Ambassador to give their peers a voice, or become part of the Student Leadership Team to help drive initiatives and lead positive change.
A huge thank you to all the organisations who attended, and the Student Engagement Team for organising such a well-planned out and interactive event for the students!
To get involved in anything the SU has to offer, contact the Student Engagement Team at student.union@weston.ac.uk or visit the Student Engagement Hub.
