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Ready to try something new with Leeds University Union? Our Give It A Go sessions are a great way to try a club or society with no pressure to join afterwards. We have a range of trips to UK cities and attractions, helping you to see more of the country, along with film screenings, craft workshops and relaxation sessions – there’s always something to get involved with! Some sessions require you to book a ticket – make sure you do this early to avoid disappointment. Tickets can be purchased in two ways:
1. Online Visit www.luu.org.uk/giag to book a session online.
2. Leeds University Union Helpdesk Visit the Helpdesk on the ground floor of the union building to book in person. You can pay by cash or card. Remember to keep your receipt!
Cancellations The purchase of tickets is subject to the Give It A Go refund and cancellation policy. For more information please visit our website or ask at the Helpdesk. Please note all information in this booklet is correct at the time of printing. Go ahead and Give It A Go today!
Accessibility LUU is committed to making activities accessible for everyone. If you have any individual requirements please let us know in advance of the session so we can do our best to accommodate your needs.
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CONTENTS: GENERAL INTEREST................................. p3 departmental...................................... p7 faith & culture..................................p11 TRIPS..................................................p17 dance & performance..........................p19 media.................................................p23 volunteering......................................p25 political & campaigning.................... p29 sport, outdoor & martial arts............p31 health & wellbeing.............................p38 create...............................................p39 childrens events.................................p41 global cafe.......................................p41 ESCAPES..............................................P42 TABLE OF EVENTS..................................P43 INDEX.................................................P45 2
General Interest Thursday 28th January Anime & Manga Come along to our Give It A Go session to get an idea of how our regular showings work. Bring in anime films you want to showcase and together we’ll vote in five of them. Baines Wing Miall LT 2.34, 5.30pm – 9pm.
Thursday 28th January Monday 25th January BattleShop Hosted by the Pokémon Society Battling is a major part of the society, both casually and competitively. The Battle Shop is comprised of both of those aspects, and as such reflects the society's regular activities.
Monday 25th January
Baines Wing SR 1.15, 6pm – 8pm.
RockSoc Goes Bowling RockSoc takes over Merrion Centre bowling alley. Unlimited bowling all night with drinks and snacks available at the bar. Newcomers welcome, even if you don't have membership or couldn't make it to any socials last term, we're always wanting to meet new people. Buy a ticket to secure a place or just meet us there on the night and we'll bring the Rock! Meet at MFA Bowl in the Merrion Centre, 8pm – 11pm, £6.
Wednesday 27th January
Leeds Model UN Society Debate current affairs as members of the United Nations and try to solve the world’s problems one resolution at a time. Our session is beginner friendly, and everybody is welcome, from veterans of the high school MUN circuit, to those who've never even heard of it. It's is a fantastic way to try your hand at debating with no strings attached. Parkinson SR B.08, 6pm – 7.30pm, £1.
Friday 29th January
"The Martian" Film Evening with Book Club
Saltaire Brewery Club
The first book we will be reading in 2016 is The Martian by Andy Weir. We will kick the term off by watching the amazing 2015 film adaptation of the book. Free snacks will be available.
We will be travelling to the Saltaire Brewery to taste some of the beers they put on over the day.
LUU Room 4, 7pm – 10pm.
Hosted by the Real Ale Society
Saltaire Brewery, Meet at Leeds Station departures board, 6pm – 10pm, £5.
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Quidditch & Harry Potter
Wednesday 3rd February
Come and decorate your own Quidditch broom, design a necklace, and play some board games with us. It's a nice relaxed atmosphere to play interesting games and gain obscure Harry Potter knowledge.
Art Society Life Drawing
Business School Maurice Keyworth SR 1.06, 6pm – 9pm.
Yoga This session is open to all abilities including beginners. It will give you a taste of what our yoga classes involve and will be held by one of our lovely qualified yoga teachers. Hope to see you on the mats! Namaste. LUU Room 6, 12pm – 1pm, £2.
Tuesday 2nd February Video Gaming & Technology We will have two PS4s, an Xbox One, a Wii U hooked up to the projector, Wii, card games (yu-gioh and magic), Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes and possibly PC Games such as League of Legends and Counter-Strike. Refreshments provided. Michael Sadler SR LG.15, 6pm – 9pm.
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Whether you can only draw stick men or you're the next Matisse, life drawing is the ideal way to build your artistic skills and try something a little bit out of your comfort zone. In a really relaxed setting, you can draw our nude models to a soundtrack of ambient tunes. All snacks and drawing materials are provided.
Friday 5th February UML Presents: A Music Quiz Celebrate the end of exam season with an action packed music quiz from UML. There will fun rounds such as "who have we tried to draw?" and "do you recognise this song that we slowed down in Audacity?" Expert musical knowledge not needed. LUU – Old Bar, 6.30pm – 9.30pm.
Lyddon Terrace SR 1 1.06 House 20, 6.30pm – 8.30pm.
Saturday 6th February Sign Language
Thursday 4th February Henna DIY Tutorial Henna Society From complete beginners to absolute pros, Henna Soc is perfect for all abilities. A chance to learn something new, build on your old skills, or just get in touch with your creative side, there is something for everyone. There will be a chance to learn designs in a tutorial, or freestyle to create something tailored to you. All you need to bring is yourselves, and snacks will be provided. LUU Room 2, 5pm – 6pm.
See what you can do with your hands! Sign Language broadens what you can do, teaches you a new language or expands on what you already know, through games, activities, and socials. LUU – Common Room, 7pm – 8pm.
Monday 8th February
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Tuesday 16th February
Circus Skills CircSoc are a friendly, fun society who meet once a week to learn, practice and share a range of circus skills. Including juggling, staff spinning, hooping, diabolo, poi spinning, contact juggling and devil sticks.
Stitch n Bitch
Saturday 13th February Sci-Fi & Fantasy Gaming Day
Wednesday 10th February
Forget about work, and come play some board games! Whether you played monopoly once ten years ago or spent the whole of last weekend in a game of Twilight Imperium, we have games for you in our massive collection.
Quidditch
LUU Rooms 1 & 2, 3pm – 10pm.
LUU – Stylus, 7.30pm – 10pm.
With the cold still here why not learn how to use your arms to knit. That’s right! No needles – just your arms and some yarn! We suggest using these new skills to make a nice chunky scarf or cowl. We'll teach you all you need to know so just bring yourself! We'll provide the snacks and yarn, but let us know if you have any colour preferences! LUU – Common Room, 6pm – 8pm, £4.
Hosted by the Harry Potter & Quidditch Society Inspired by Harry Potter, Quidditch is a mixture of rugby, dodgeball and handball. It is the UK's fastest growing fully gender inclusive sport. In this session we'll be providing some exciting drills that explore all aspects of gameplay as well as some scrimmages to get newcomers experiencing how Quidditch works in the real world. Woodhouse Moor, Meet outside LUU, 1pm – 4pm.
Monday 15th February Jazz & Blues Our aim is to create a laid back Big Band that anyone can join regardless of level of experience or instrument. All are welcome so come and see what you think and meet the crew. No Strings attached! Main Rehearsal Hall in the School of Music, 6.30pm – 7.30pm.
Wednesday 17th February AIESEC – Global Leadership AIESEC is the largest studentled organisation in the world. We develop global leaders by providing practical learning experiences. This leadership skills workshop is a chance to see how and why we do it. LUU Room 6, 2pm – 4pm.
Wednesday 17th February
Friday 19th February
Give Enterprise a Go
SocieTEA
A great chance to learn about the Enterprise society and how you can engage with Enterprise.
There are hundreds of flavours of tea, and now you can try and create your own! Whether you're a novice or an expert, you're sure to create a unique flavour that you and your friends can enjoy.
Baines Wing SR 2.10, 4pm – 7pm.
Blend Your Own Tea
Chess Club Taster Session If you have ever had an interest in playing chess, or used to play and want to get back into it, then this event is the perfect opportunity for you to experience what the Chess Society has to offer. LUU Room 2, 7pm – 9pm.
LUU Room 4, 3pm – 4pm, £2.50.
Thursday 18th February Monday 29th February
Baking Olympics We will be running a series of baking themed games in honour of the 2016 Olympics, such as the cupcake and spoon race, and toss the doughnut! LUU – Common Room, 6pm – 9pm.
Monday 22nd February Jurassic World Film Screening Sci Fi & Fantasy Join us for our weekly film and TV showing. This time we’ll be watching Jurassic World. LUU Room 5, 6.30pm – 9pm.
Folk Soc Spring Open Mic Night Our October Open Mic session was so successful we thought we would do it again! Come to listen or to play. There will be ballads and beards aplenty with space for lots of new faces and styles. We love music of all varieties. Packhorse Pub, 8.30pm – 10pm, £2.
Sunday 6th March Sushi Making Vegetarian & Vegan We'll be making all sorts of different sushi, using a normal bamboo rolling mat and experimenting with a rice cube square! Lots of different ingredients to try! LUU Room 4, 4pm – 6pm, £3.
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DEPARTMENTAL Thursday 28th January Write in Arabic! Middle Eastern Studies Society The Arabic script is incredibly beautiful, so why not come along and learn how to write your name (or some else's), as well as greetings and other little phrases in Arabic?! It could serve as a lovely little present for someone special for the start of the year! Physics Research Deck SR 9.301, 3pm – 5pm.
Monday 25th January
Tuesday 26th January
Saturday 30th January
LUUMS – Chorus
LUUMS – Brass
Gliding
LUUMS Chorus is a choir open to anyone who wants to come and sing, regardless of experience. We sing a range of music from classic pieces to Disney medleys.
LUUMS Brass Band is an open ensemble for any brass player to turn up and have some fun. We play all sorts of music, from traditional marches to film music.
Aviation Society
Clothworkers Centenary Concert Hall, 5.30pm – 7.30pm.
Rehearsal Hall, School of Music, 5pm – 7pm.
LUUMS – Sinfonia
Natural Sciences Society End of Exams Celebration
LUUMS Sinfonia is a fun and inclusive orchestra open to players of all abilities. We play a wide range of pieces from classical repertoire to film music. Rehearsal Hall, School of Music, 7.30pm – 9.30pm.
Meet the committee and members of the society as they celebrate end of exams with free snacks. LUU Room 4, 8pm – 11pm.
Gliding is the ultimate free-flying experience. It is a truly diverse sport that can be enjoyed at all levels, where you can enjoy seeing the world from a different viewpoint, or perfect your basic flying skills. The price comes with transport and one launch where more launches can be arranged. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 8.30am – 6.30pm, £30. Repeated on Saturday 13th February & Saturday 27th February.
Thursday 4th February
Monday 8th February
Mind Over Matter: Can Hypnosis Help in Psychosomatic Illness?
PCI Quiz Night
Hosted by Psyched The interaction between mind and body has long been studied and the most effective treatment for psychosomatic illness debated. Psyched is proud to present a talk from Dr Grahame Smith and Catherine Potter on whether hypnosis can be used as a tool to control psychosomatic illnesses affecting both mental and physical health.
Performance & Cultural Industries We would like to give all students a warm welcome to semester two with our popular Quiz Night! The quiz will be based around theatre, film and TV. It will be a fun, friendly atmosphere for people to hang out and test their knowledge of the arts. There will also be a small prize for the winning team. LUU Room 4, 5.30pm – 7pm
MicroSoc Goes Bowling! Microbiology Join us at MFA bowling at the Merrion centre to meet the committee, find out more about the society and have an evening of light hearted competitiveness. Meet in LUU foyer 6.45pm. MFA Bowling, Merrion Centre, 7pm – 9pm, £6.60 for two games.
Thursday 11th February SLAPSoc Pub Quiz
Business School 1.09, 6pm – 8pm.
Tuesday 9th February Biology Pub Quiz After the huge success of last semester's pub quiz, we will be hosting another one! Come down and bring your friends for another fantastic night. We will have some great prizes on offer, and snacks will also be provided.
Spanish, Latin American & Portuguese Society Come to our second quiz where we'll have rounds on sport, films, famous people, history and more. We've got fantastic prizes up for grabs so come along to see what SLAPsoc is all about – it's never too late to get involved! LUU – Terrace, 7.30pm – 10.30pm
The Library Pub, 7pm – 9pm, £1.
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Thursday 11th February
Tuesday 16th February
Bowling with FABSoc
FOBSoc Pub Quiz
Come along for a fun bowling night with FABSoc. If you want to participate in the bowling game this costs £2 and you can just turn up on the day. If you don't want to bowl you can still turn up to meet the FABSoc committee.
Come and join FOBSOC for it's annual pub quiz. Prizes, drinks, and all of the society always make for a great evening. Hope to see you there! LUU – Old Bar, 8pm – 10pm, £1.
MFA Bowl, Merrion Centre, 9pm – 11.30pm, £2 per game.
Thursday 18th February Friday 12th February LUUMS – Concert LUUMS Concert Band is an open and inclusive ensemble for any woodwind/brass/percussion player to turn up and play some music. We play all sorts of music, from film and game music to classical repertoire. Rehearsal Hall, School of Music, 5pm – 7pm.
Product Design Goes Bowling Product Design are going bowling at Roxy Lanes, Bond Street. Arrive at 7pm to get to know a little about the society and what we do. Everyone is welcome, so come down and have some fun! Bowling fees are payable upon entry. Roxy Lanes, 1st Floor The Podium, Bond Street, Leeds LS1 5BQ, 7pm – 9pm.
Coffee Bar Social Hosted by the Physics Society The coffee bar social returns for the final time this year. With giant games, food and drink and plenty of physicists it's an infamous event you don't want to miss out on! So get down to the physics coffee bar and join us for our most popular event! Baines Wing SR 1.13, 6.30pm – 9.30pm, £6.
Friday 19th February LUUPS (Philosophy Society) : Tie Dying T-shirts The Philosophy Society have decided to do tie-dying for our Give It A Go session. Whether you study philosophy or not, all are invited to come along and get to know our society and to get creative! LUU – Room 4, 5.30pm – 8pm, £3.
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Saturday 20th February
Tuesday 8th March
Friday 18th March
Kirkstall Abbey Tour
LUU Engsoc Theatre Trip to "Great Expectations"
Greeks vs Trojan Laser Quest
English Society will be heading to the West Yorkshire Playhouse to see a production of the classic "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens. This is the perfect chance to expand your literary and cultural horizons.
Classics Society
Medieval Society Kirkstall Abbey is one of the most complete examples of a medieval Cistercian abbey in Britain. Richard Thomason, whose thesis focuses on the material culture of Kirkstall Abbey, will lead the tour. Kirkstall Abbey, 1pm – 3pm.
Meet at Parkinson Steps to walk as a group to the West Yorkshire Playhouse, 6pm – 11pm, £13.
Ever thought of yourself as a modern hero? Come along and join in the age old battle between the Trojans and the Greeks with a modern twist at the newly opened laser quest in Kirkstall!. Who will triumph and who will be defeated? Please wear suitable footwear. Kirkstall Laser Quest, 7pm – 9pm, £5
Tuesday 23rd February ChemSoc Movie Night Join ChemSoc for a film night filled with free pizza, snacks and drinks! The film will be voted for by ChemSoc members. Bring along your pillows and blankets ready to snuggle up with a hot chocolate and popcorn! LUU Room 6, 7.30pm – 10.30pm
Saturday 5th March Ilkley Moor Theology & Religious Studies Society Come and spend an afternoon with us at Ilkley Moor, We will go for a walk and afterwards we will head down to the local pub for a bite to eat. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 12pm – 5pm.
Wednesday 9th March Criminology Society – Leeds Prison Trip Join the Criminology Society for a guided visit to Leeds Prison to find out more about the prison service. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 1.30pm – 5.30pm, £5.
Faith & Culture
Tuesday 26th January Spanish Language Workshop Hosted by Mexican Students Society Interested in Mexico and Latin America? Ready to practice your Spanish, learn new expressions and improve your pronunciation? Then join our Spanish Language Workshop and enjoy learning with us! Baines Wing 1.16, 5pm – 6pm.
Wednesday 3rd February
Wednesday 10th February
Give Shirini a Go! (Persian Dessert)
Movie Night
Iranian Society
Come down to our movie night, where we will be screening a Pakistani film in what is sure to be a relaxed and entertaining evening!
Tired of the same old Chinese takeaways and Italian restaurants? Why not try the luxurious taste of Iran by indulging in the ever so famous selection of Shirinis! Ranging from filled puff pastries to creamy rolled cakes with fruit toppings. Treat your taste buds and satisfy your sweet tooth. There is always room for dessert... LUU Room 4, 12.30pm – 2.30pm, 50p.
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Pakistan Society
Baines Wing SR 1.06, 5.30pm – 8pm.
Chinese New Year Hong Kong Society Chinese New Year is undoubtedly one of the most important traditional celebrations in the Chinese culture. So why don't you come along and celebrate it together with us? Traditional food and drinks will be provided. LUU – Common Room, 6.30pm – 8.30pm, £1.
Friday 12th February Fusion 2.0
Wednesday 17th February
African Caribbean Society
Guided Meditation
Enjoy our first GIAG? Missed it? No worries, we got you! Come join us for refreshers week and remember what African and Caribbean culture is all about; fun, food, music and history!
Buddhist Meditation Society
Business School – Maurice Keyworth SR (G.31), 6pm – 9pm, Free for members/ £1 nonmembers.
Food & Drink Tasting Polish Society Come and join PolSoc in a very popular annual event. Join us for a fun evening tasting Polish food and drink. You will have the opportunity to taste Polish Vodka whilst learning about its history, types of vodka and funny facts. A range of non alcoholic drinks will also be available. LUU Room 2, 7pm – 9.30pm, £5.
Leeds Singaporean Society presents " I Not Stupid"
Monday 15th February
Come and try this free session! Our lovely facilitator, Laura, is from Triratna Buddhist Centre, and she'll run us through several guided meditations. There will also be herbal tea and discussion. Our society gives people of any belief a place in which to practice meditation and mindfulness in a relaxed community of welcoming people. LUU Room 4, 5pm – 7pm.
‘It’s a Small World’ British Born Chinese Society Come to this event for a taste of a variety of cuisines! You just need to bring along a dish that you've made yourself to share with everyone else. Grab your friends and flatmates too so you can all enjoy the awesome food together. We look forward to you joining us on our food tour around the world! Everyone is welcome.
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LUU Room 5, 6pm – 9pm.
Come join us for a night of Singaporean styled humour and political satire as we follow the lives, struggles and adventures of three primary school students in the box office smash, "I Not Stupid". The critically acclaimed film promises a thought provoking experience with honest insights to Singapore and it's education system, topped off with a healthy dose of comedy and laughter! LUU Room 4, 7pm – 9pm.
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Wednesday 17th February
Ghana Society Go Bowling
Thursday 25th February
Malaysian & Singaporean
Meet the committee and find out more about the Ghana Society through our bowling trip.
Russian & Slavonic Society Pub Quiz
Are you curious about Malaysian and Singaporean culture? Heard about our glorious food but have no idea what it's like? Come on over to our event and mingle to find out about us and our diverse culture. We can even teach you some phrases in the many languages and dialects we speak! LUU – Common Room, 6pm – 9pm
Wednesday 24th February Food & Intro Night Baha'i Society This promises to be a fun evening with amazing food from around the world and an information stall about the Baha’i Society. So whatever your race, religion, or background, join us as we celebrate the unity and diversity of the human race. LUU Room 2, 7pm – 8.30pm.
MFA Bowl, Merrion Centre, 7pm – 10pm, £6.
Thursday 25th February Eastern European Society Are you interested in meeting people from Eastern Europe or simply want to learn more about our culture? Join us to meet our committee and society members from a number of nations. You will learn more about the society and its activities and it is also a great chance to try some delicious national cuisine. LUU – Common Room, 6pm – 8pm.
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A partially Russian themed quiz that's a great opportunity to socialise and meet some speakers of Russian and other Slavic languages. Packhorse Pub, 8pm – 11pm, £1.
Friday 26th February Indonesian Social Gathering Love food? Then come and meet the Indonesian Society and try a range of authentic Indonesian cuisines. Bring an empty tummy and a big plate! LUU Room 6, 12pm – 3pm.
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Sunday 28th February Traditional Chinese Dance Hosted by East Asian Research Society Come and join us and learn the traditional art of Chinese dancing. A professional teacher will lead the class, but the session is aimed at beginners with no previous dance experience. No equipment required just your enthusiasm! Please wear comfy shoes such as trainers. LUU Room 6, 4pm – 6pm, £3.
Wednesday 9th March
Saturday 12th March
Colours of Malaysia
Exploration of the Stations of the Cross
The Malaysian Society will bring you the theme of Colours of Malaysia. On the day of the event, four booths will be set up which are food, culture, traditional games and tourism. Each booth will be exhibiting different aspects according to the booth specification. We're also going to have performances during the event, which signify Malaysian culture such as traditional dances and martial arts.
Catholic Society As it's coming up to Easter, it's a great opportunity to see exactly what happened leading up to the Resurrection. Whether you're familiar with the story of Easter or not, come along to this interactive session to better understand what the big deal behind Easter really is.
LUU Room 6, 2.30pm – 5pm.
Leeds University Catholic Chaplaincy – St Mark's Avenue, 7pm – 9pm.
We will be playing some fun board games, card games, listening to good Bollywood music and doing lots of dancing. So make sure you don’t miss out on this chance to meet loads of people and become a part of the Indian Students' Association. Hope to see you all there!
Thursday 10th March
Thursday 17th March
Explore Brunei
Give Asian Drinks a Go
Unravel the hidden treasures of Brunei Darussalam through an extravagant afternoon of free Bruneian delicacies, entertaining quizzes, games and even dress up as an authentic Bruneian!
Hosted by East Asian Research Society
Peachy Keens Live BBQ & Bar, Electric Press Building Millennium Square, LS2 3AD Leeds, 8pm – 10pm.
LUU Room 4, 2pm – 5pm.
Friday 4th March Indian Students Association
Are you brave enough for baijiu, or do you prefer the delicate sweetness of umeshu? Do you like the earthy flavour of pu'er or the freshness of white tea? Broaden your palette by trying out some drinks from around Asia with EARS! LUU Room 4, 6pm – 8pm, £2. 14
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TRIPS Saturday 6th February Stratford-upon-Avon Join Give It A Go on their trip to this beautiful market town. Featuring more than 800 years of history, there is plenty to explore including the buildings where Britain’s most famous poet and playwrite William Shakespeare grew up. Walk down the River Avon past the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, visit the Mechanical Art and Design Museum, and wander the shops and restaurants taking in the historical architecture. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 7.30am – 5pm. £18 Adult / £15 Child – Buy your ticket at luu.org.uk/giag or at the LUU Helpdesk.
Saturday 13th February Manchester (with Manchester United Stadium Tour) Visit Manchester, the largest city in the North of England with lots to do including the Museum of Science and Industry, National Football Museum and Manchester Art Gallery. There’s also plenty of shops to explore in this bustling city. There is also the opportunity to buy a ticket which includes entry to the Manchester United Stadium Tour and Museum at Old Trafford. Enjoy a guided tour and take a look behind the scenes including features such as the home team dressing rooms and players tunnel. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 9.30am – 6.30pm. Adult £10 / Child £8 for return coach only. Adult £25 / Child £23 for return coach & entry to Manchester United Stadium Tour & Museum. Buy your ticket at luu.org.uk/giag or at the LUU Helpdesk.
Saturday 20th February
Saturday 5th March
Saturday 12th March
Durham
Lake District
Yorkshire Wildlife Park
The historic city of Durham sits on the River Wear, south of Newcastle. Well known for being the UK’s number one landmark, Durham Cathedral and Castle World Heritage Site is a history lover's and photographer's dream! Enjoy some retail therapy in the independent boutiques and craft shops, which can be found around every corner.
In collaboration with Get Out Get Active
Lions, and Tigers and Polar Bears – oh my! Join us on a trip to the Yorkshire Wildlife Park to see a whole host of endangered and exotic animals. Get up close to the lemurs and watch in awe at the only Polar Bears in Britain.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 8.15am – 8pm. Adult £18 / Child £15 – Buy your ticket at luu.org.uk/ giag or at the LUU Helpdesk.
Visit the picturesque Ambleside in the heart of the Lake District. Explore the many independent shops, have afternoon tea in a typical British tearoom and, of course, go for a walk and take in the stunning scenery Ambleside has to offer. Our friends at Get Out Get Active will be leading walks for all abilities. Please wear suitable footwear and weather appropriate clothing.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 10am – 4pm, Adult £23 / Child £20 – Buy your ticket at luu.org.uk/ giag or at the LUU Helpdesk.
Meet at Parkinson Steps. 7.30am – 7.30pm. £18 – Buy your ticket at luu.org.uk/giag or at the LUU Helpdesk.
Saturday 27th February Conwy & Chester Start your trip in the historic walled town of Conwy in North Wales. Visit the castle with its wealth of medieval history as well as breathtaking views of Snowdonia. Conwy also boasts Britain’s smallest house and a magnificent Elizabethan town house. Next, we’ll move onto Chester, home to the most complete Roman walls in Britain and a Roman Amphitheatre as well as a large array of museums and shops. It’s the perfect trip to experience Britain’s expansive history in one day.
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Meet at Parkinson Steps, 8am – 7pm. Adult £18 / Child £15 – Buy your ticket at luu.org.uk/giag or at the LUU Helpdesk.
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DANCE & PERFORMANCE Friday 19th February & Friday 11th March 2016 Aerial Hoop with Lorna Mackinder An introduction to Aerial Dancing in Leeds Learn the basic mounts and dismounts, static poses and create your own sequences in this unique, full body workout! Aerial Hoop is designed to build strength, muscle tone and increase your flexibility. It is a great way of getting fit, working with others and pushing yourself to new limits! Contact lornamackinder@gmail. com to secure your place! Like: www.facebook.com/ aerialdanceleeds on Facebook. Yorkshire Dance, 3 St Peter’s Buildings, St Peter’s Square, Leeds, LS9 8AH, 12.30 – 2pm, £5.
Monday 25th January
Tuesday 26th January
Salsa
Vertical Fitness
Belly Dancing
Vertical Fitness is a revolutionary way to exercise whilst having fun! In one workout we combine flexibility, strength and balance, all based around the aerial art of pole dance. Our classes are designed to build your self-confidence and make you feel good about yourself, whilst getting fit and meeting new people.
Ever wanted to shake your hips like Shakira or shimmy like an Arabian Goddess? Then come join Belly Dance Society’s GIAG for only £2. No special clothing is needed, just wear something comfortable.
Come and try Salsa – the Best New Society! Our classes are open to complete beginners and everyone is welcome – no partner necessary. At SalsaSoc we focus on social dancing rather than performance dancing so it’s a great way to meet new people. Wear whatever you feel comfortable dancing in, no frills required.
LUU – Mine, 6pm – 9pm, £2.
LUU – Treehouse, 5pm – 6pm, £2, Session One 5pm – 6pm, Session Two 6pm – 7pm.
LUU – Terrace, 7.30pm – 10pm. Session repeated 1st March.
Wednesday 27th January
Friday 29th January
Tuesday 2nd February
Breakdance
Open Theatre Workshop
Modern Dance
Ever wanted to learn Breakdancing but weren't quite sure where to start? Come down and take part in our Give It A Go session. Get an hour's training from professional dance teachers in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
We are doing another Give It A Go workshop – a two hour workshop designed to give you a taste of what we're all about. No experience necessary – we want any aspiring directors, producers, writers, designers and/or performers to get involved! It will be a practical workshop focusing on devising, improvisation, physical theatre and fun. Bring yourselves and bags of enthusiasm!
We are the Union's largest dancing society offering tap, contemporary and jazz classes. We're a friendly, fun and sociable group open to students of all abilities. Come along to our GIAG to experience a fun-filled hour of dancing taught by a professional teacher.
LUU – The Lounge, 8pm – 10pm.
LUU Room 6, 4pm – 5pm.
Saturday 30th January All Dance Give It A Go
Thursday 28th January Irish Dancing Do you have an interest in Irish Dancing? If so come along to our GIAG, all levels of experience are welcome! Please bring comfy clothes, trainers, £1 for charity and your dancing feet. See you there!
This is a fantastic opportunity to try out all the dance societies in one place. Each society has a time slot which you are free to come along to, so bring along your friends and have a great time.
LUU – Clothworkers South G11b, 5pm – 7pm.
The Edge Sports Hall, 2pm – 6pm, £1.
LUU – The Lounge, 5pm – 6.15pm, £1.
Thursday 28th January Swing Dance A partner dance that originated in Harlem in the 1920s with the most predominant style being the Lindy hop. Whatever the style, swing at its heart is a fun and inventive dance that is still going strong around the world today. Come along and have a blast. Michael Sadler LG10, 8pm – 9pm.
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Monday 15th February VIBES Bollywood Dance Bollywood Dance is an energetic dance form that is a fusion of classical Indian folk dance and western styles such as street and hip hop. In this session our lovely choreographers will take you through step by step to help you master the dance. All abilities are welcome so come along to unleash that sass and show us all your crazy moves! LUU – Lounge, 6pm – 8pm, £2.
Tuesday 16th February Street Dance
Wednesday 3rd February
Thursday 4th February
Free Style
We are running a GIAG for anyone who is interested in musical theatre and would like to see what we have to offer. This will be in the form of a general MT rehearsal which include vocal warm ups, games and songs from some of the best musicals. We might even teach you a box step or two!
We are the only dance society within the University who incorporates any style of dance in our classes and routines. So come along and experience a mix of street, jazz, commercial, hip-hop, house and contemporary! LUU – Lounge, 5.30pm – 7.30pm. Beginner’s class: 5.30 – 6.30pm. Intermediate/Advanced class: 6.30 – 7.30pm.
Revelation Rock Gospel Choir If you like singing and are looking to join a fun, welcoming choir without having to audition then we are the place to be. We sing a range of old and new songs, from James Bay to Cindi Lauper. All abilities are welcome, just come along to Give It A Go! Baines Wing (3.06), 7pm – 9pm, £1.
Musical Theatre
LUU Room 4, 5pm – 9pm.
Monday 8th February Leeds Bhangra Society Bhangra is a form of dance that originated in Punjab, India, which has widespread recognition all over the world! The Leeds Bhangra Society aims to raise awareness about this exciting activity by running weekly workshops where we teach Bhangra – we even have a competitive team! Anyone is welcome, from beginner to expert! LUU – Treehouse, 8pm – 10.30pm.
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Winner of Best Overall Dance Society at Leeds Dance Competition in 2014/15, there's no doubt Street Dance is where you should be. Just put on some comfortable clothing, grab your water bottle and get ready to sweat! All abilities are welcome. LUU – The Lounge, 6pm – 7.30pm, £2.50.
Wednesday 17th February Operatunity Hosted by the Opera Society Are you an opera lover or just want to try something new? Come along to our first open chorus rehearsal for our semester two show. All we require is a love of singing and a desire to get involved! LUU Room 6, 7pm – 9.30pm.
Thursday 18th February
Friday 4th March
Wednesday 16th March
Scottish Country Dancing
Behind the Curtain with Backstage
Dance Exposé
Fancy a free fun-filled evening dancing to lively music? There’s no experience needed as we’ll show you all the steps. Wear comfortable shoes, bring your friends and come along and give us a go!
Come and glimpse the life of a Backstage member! See what we get up to every week or so getting ready for a production and running one. You'll be able to experience different areas of Backstage including lighting, sound, set and stage.
LUU Room 6, 6pm – 8pm.
Refectory, 5pm – 7pm.
Saturday 20th February Big Band After the success of their first semester jam session in Old Bar, LUU Big Band are back with another house night band and another night of great music. LUU – Terrace, 8pm – 11pm.
Thursday 25th February Comedy Society’s Great Big Give It A Go Show The Comedy Society is bringing all their parts together for one big showcase! Stand-up, improv and sketches all in one brilliant night to make you laugh and give a taster of other events to come. Not to be missed! The Fenton Pub, 7.30pm – 10pm, £3.
Monday 7th March A-Cappella The society consists of two groups; The Cosmopolitones and The Songsmiths. We run auditions at the start of every academic year for both groups, but DO NOT FEAR, this is your chance to get involved and see what we get up to in a standard rehearsal. Come along to meet members of both groups, do some fun warm ups, and learn a whole song in four parts!
Dance Exposé is the Union's only dance troupe; an eclectic mix of about 50 guys and girls brought together by their passion for dance. From contemporary to commercial, break dance to ballet, we’re a fun loving society who pride ourselves on the diversity of our dancers. This session is open to all students of any dance style and level of experience. There's no need to bring any specific dance gear, just make sure you wear something comfortable that you can move in and bring a bottle of water and a snack too. LUU – Stylus, 5pm – 8pm.
LUU Room 4, 5pm – 6.30pm.
Friday 4th March Behind the Curtain
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Media Tuesday 9th February The Scribe Open Mic Roll up, roll up, scribblers new and old. Once again it is time for one of The Scribe's famed open mic nights. Come along and read your poetry and short stories, play us a tune or just enjoy the fairy lights and good vibes. Venue TBC – Please see LUU website, 8pm – 11pm, £2.
Tuesday 8th March Wednesday 27th January
Wednesday 24th February
Lippy Magazine
Her Campus Magazine Re-Launch
Come to our session to meet our editorial team as we start to plan the next edition of our magazine! We will be exploring potential new themes through writing and drawing activities, so come along to get involved in the creation of a quality alternative magazine. LUU Room 5, 1pm – 3pm.
Her Campus is going in print for one special edition only! Come along to our (re)launch for manicures provided by Pastille salon, henna, food and goody bags! Check out our print edition, find out who we are, how you can get involved with Her Campus magazine and have a great time.
Science Magazine Popular Science Writing – Meet the Experts Come along to our informal talk with guest speakers involved in popular science and hear about sharing science with a public audience. Learn more about scientific writing outside of your course, and explore career options! Parkinson 1.08, 6pm – 8pm.
LUU Room 4, 7pm – 9pm, £1.
Wednesday 16th March
Friday 29th January The LSR Terrace Takeover
LSTV Live
Monday 1st February
Join us in a mighty three hour live broadcast. This is your chance to present live on air or just to come and get to know us in the Terrace. We would love to meet you! Everyone is welcome.
Photo Soc Portrait Shoot Here's your chance to get a professional portrait taken absolutely free of cost! Come alone or bring your friends, make some memories to last a lifetime.
LSTV will conduct one of our live two hour broadcasts in the Union foyer, giving people the opportunity to see what we do, understand how all the tech works, and have a go operating the cameras or vision mixing the show live onto YouTube!
LUU – Terrace, 3pm – 6pm.
LUU Room 5, 11am – 3pm.
LUU – Foyer, 12.30pm – 4.30pm.
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22nd January, 12th February
THE MONTHLY ACOUSTIC NIGHT Come along and hear incredible singers and musicians play in the Hidden Cafe. Refreshments will be available throughout. Hidden CafĂŠ, LUU. Fridays each month. 8pm-Late.
26th February, 18th March
Volunteering Monday 25th January Are You Listening? Nightline Have you ever felt that the person to whom you are speaking is not really listening? At Nightline, we offer a confidential listening and information service to all students in Leeds every night of term. This Give It A Go session is for all those who are interested in finding out what it means to be a good and active listener. LUU Room 4, 5pm – 6.30pm.
Thursday 28th January
Friday 29th January
Monday 1st February
St John Ambulance LINKS
Coffee & Cake with Action (Partners in Time)
Teddy Bear Hospital
Ever wondered what to do in a life or death emergency scenario? Come along and learn the simple, necessary lifesaving skills that may ensure the survival of a friend, loved one, or stranger in an interactive hands-on session. This session will prime you for the critical primary survey and resuscitation applicable to many varied emergency situations.
Come join us for free tea, coffee and cake and find out more about our brand new volunteering project with the elderly. There'll be a chance to meet the project coordinators, hear about the plans for the year and chat to other volunteers.
LUU – Stylus, 8pm – 9pm.
LUU Room 4, 6pm – 7pm.
Interested in volunteering? We run health education workshops for 4–8 year olds on topics from healthy eating to having an operation. Come along to see what we do and learn how you can teach our sessions. All welcome! LUU Room 5, 6.30pm – 8pm.
Monday 1st February
Saturday 6th February
Tuesday 9th February
Student Action for Refugees Campaigns
Student Action for Refugees Saturday Conversation Class
Action (Older People’s Tea Party)
Our Sleepout event is fast approaching and we need your help organising it. It's always an amazing event, but this year we want to make it even better. Come along to our Campaigns Give It A Go and tell us your ideas for it. Snacks will be provided. Baines Wing, SR 2.15, 5pm – 6pm.
Tuesday 2nd February Leeds Marrow
Interested in working with local refugees and asylum seekers? Come and try our Saturday STAR Give It A Go – we are a national organisation who help local refugees to improve their conversational English and confidence in the local area. Our session will involve interactive games, perfect for those new to STAR or those who have been along to a session before. LUU – Old Bar, 12.30pm – 3.30pm.
Come along to the Leeds Marrow Give It A Go to find out some more information about volunteering with us. LUU Room 4, 12pm – 1pm.
Wednesday 17th January HOMED Sandwich Run
The Tea Party is a yearly event which aims to give older people an afternoon to mix with all ages, enjoying tea, cake, live music and games, whilst giving students valuable volunteering experience. Michael Sadler LG.15, 5.30pm – 6.30pm.
Monday 15th February Action (Regeneration) Come and join us to learn more about Re-Generation which organises weekly visits to the elderly residents in Headingley Hall. We do lots of activities with the residents including musical bingo, quizzes, musical performances and enjoying tea and cake. LUU Room 4, 6pm – 7pm.
Wednesday 17th February HOMED Sandwich Run HOMED is a charity which currently works with four hostels within the Leeds area. We also do weekly sandwich runs where members give out sandwiches, soup and tea to people on the streets of the city centre. On the sandwich run there is also a chance to chat to understand some of the challenges that homeless people face. No training is required so just come along! Meet at Parkinson Steps, 1pm – 2.30pm.
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Monday 22nd February How to be a Musical Volunteer with Music Impact in the Community Interested in volunteering? Want to find a way to make an impact in a fun way for you and others? Music Impact in the Community aims to get the students in Leeds more involved in the community they are living in through the use of music! Whether you are a professional musician or a singer in the shower, we can find a project that is perfect for you. LUU Room 4, 6pm – 8pm.
Wednesday 24th February Student Action for Refugees – Wednesday Conversation Class Interested in helping local refugees and asylum seekers improve their English? Come and try our STAR Give It A Go. We are a national organisation who help local refugees to improve their conversational English and confidence in the local area. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 1pm – 3.30pm.
Sunday 28th February Conservation Volunteers Come and help us out in the Hollies in Meanwood Park. We will be doing some sawing, digging and planting, so prepare to get mucky! Make sure you wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty and wear suitable footwear. Bring some change for the bus. The Hollies in Meanwood Park, 9.30am – 2pm.
Wednesday 2nd March Guide Dogs Society
Tuesday 23rd February Action (Easter & Summer Holiday) Bowling & Pizza Night Each Easter and summer we take local children from disadvantaged backgrounds away for a holiday to Cumbria for a week of fun-filled activities. We're looking for a team of enthusiastic volunteers to get involved with our volunteering project. Come along for a night of bowling and pizza with the project coordinators for more information on how to join us.
Saturday 27th February Leeds RAG Raid to Newcastle This February we’ll be travelling up north to raise money for Amnesty International, and we’re looking for a fun team to help raise money. For more information or to get involved, email raids@leedsrag.org.uk. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 9am – 10pm, £9.
Meet in LUU Foyer 6.30pm to walk to MFA Bowling Leeds, Merrion Centre, 7pm – 9pm, £4.50.
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Experience the different challenges faced by the partially sighted and the blind by walking through a mobile 'sensory unit' and empathise with the daily situations they face. We’ll be giving out free pastries while you find out more about the Society. Last but not least, don't forget to give our little heroes some love too! LUU – Precinct, 11am – 4pm.
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Political & Campaigning Thursday 28th January I Am Slave
Tuesday 2nd February Question Time with Leeds Labour Students Join a panel consisting of committee and general members to discuss a broad range of topics. Business School Maurice Keyworth SR G.31, 6pm – 7.30pm.
Thursday 28th January
Monday 1st February
Thursday 4th February
Leeds Students For Women International Film Screening
Intro to Oxfam
Practical Initiatives Challenge with Practical Initiatives Network Society
We will be hosting a screening of "I Am Slave", a film which depicts the plight of a woman who is trafficked to the UK. We will then be holding a question and answer session, a discussion of what we found most moving from the film and some surprising facts pertaining to human trafficking. The event assumes no former knowledge of human trafficking so please don't feel intimidated. We will also be providing nut free baked treats. Baines Wing SR 4.12, 6pm – 8pm.
So most of us have heard of Oxfam charity shops and Oxfam's humanitarian work, but how does LUU Oxfam fit into all this? This session will let you get involved, finding out about our projects so far this year from pop-up clothes stalls to campaigns supporting women to maximise their potential. We'll also be providing food and games. Parkinson SR B.08, 5pm – 7pm.
Want to find creative solutions about world problems? Try and step in the shoes of world leaders, development workers and policy makers to find out how you would deal with posttsunami interventions or the refugees crisis. Join us for team challenges to make new friends with a common interest for global development from all across the university. Baines Wing SR 2.37, 5pm – 7pm.
Short Course Introduction with Leeds Students for Global Health Want to take part in a Leeds Students for Global Health short course this year? Our session will give you an introduction into what to expect from our 2016 course over hot drinks and snacks. So come along and get involved – don't miss out this year!
Meet your MP Greg Mulholland with Liberal Youth Come and meet Greg Mulholland, MP for Leeds North West, for a pint in our local Headingley Pub. A relaxed environment to get to know your MP and the Leeds Liberal Youth Society. The Original Oak, 7.30pm – 9.30pm.
Tuesday 23rd February The ONE Campaign The Leeds University chapter of the ONE Campaign – a global organisation dedicated to the eradication of extreme poverty and preventable diseases. We'll be holding a pub quiz (with a twist!) in Old Bar, so come to find out more and meet new people. LUU – Old Bar, 7pm – 9.30pm, £1.
Business School, SR G.31, 6pm – 8pm.
Amnesty International Our session will introduce you to what Amnesty is all about, let you know what we’ve done so far this year, and we will also start planning our next campaign of the year together, which will be chosen as a group. Come with ideas, passion and creativity, ready to tackle injustice! Parkinson SR B.08, 6pm – 7pm.
Thursday 11th February OPEN Economics Presents Boom Bust Boom A short documentary about the origins of economic crises and the fragility of our economic system. This will be followed by a debate to which students from all departments are welcome. Business School 1.33, 6pm – 8pm.
Saturday 13th February
Thursday 25th February
Donkey Sanctuary Visit with the Animal Welfare Society
Leeds Friends of Médecins Sans Frontières Gig Night
Join us on a visit outside the city centre to the Donkey Sanctuary in Leeds. We will meet the donkeys and take them some goodies, followed by drinks in the Union.
Support MSF at our fundraising event! There will be local musicians performing incredible live music and it's a great chance to raise money for a worthy cause.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 1pm – 6pm, £2.
Venue TBC – Please see website, 8pm – 11pm, £2 for members / £3 for non-members.
Monday 15th February
Wednesday 16th March
Why I Don't Want Them To Kill My Brother's Murderer
Britain's Political Revolution: How Can We Defend Corbyn's Ideas?
Anti Death Penalty Society
Hosted by Socialist Students
Charisse Coleman's brother was murdered in 1995 in Louisiana, USA. His murderer is currently on death row at one of America's most notorious prisons. Charisse does not want the state to kill her brother's murderer. Come along to hear why.
The election of Jeremy Corbyn as Labour Party leader was an inspiration to many anti-austerity students, workers and young people. But the Blairites are organising to oust him. So how do we defend anti-austerity politics and socialist ideas? We are inviting Labour Party member Richard Burgon MP and former Militant Labour councillor, now chair of the Trade Unionist and Socialist Coalition Dave Nellist to discuss.
LUU Room 4, 7pm – 8.30pm.
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SPORT, OUTDOOR & MARTIAL ARTS Wednesday 27th January Ice Hockey Welcome to our new Leeds Gryphons Ice Hockey Club, the first ever at the University of Leeds. LUUIHC is a mixed gender sports club, welcoming those of all abilities! Experience our training sessions, meet the team and join in the fun. Please enquire about kit if needed. Bradford Ice Arena, 1pm – 2.30pm. Alternatively, email leedsicehockey@gmail.com to arrange meeting beforehand.
Wednesday 27th January Taekwondo Taekwondo is a Korean martial art, and the word itself literally means ‘the art of foot and hand combat’. This session is designed to give you a taster of the syllabus. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water. The Edge Sports Hall 2, 6.30pm – 8.30pm.
Cycling
Thursday 28th January
Relaxed rides for both road and mountain bike abilities so come along whatever the bike. Please make sure you have suitable clothing, a well maintained bike and a helmet. Without a helmet you will not be allowed on the ride.
Kickboxing & Krav Maga
Meet outside the Original Oak in Headingley, 2pm – 5pm.
Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, build on previous kickboxing experience or just get fit, come along to our Give It A Go and see whether the club is for you. All you need to bring is comfy clothes and a bottle of water! The Edge Sports Hall 2, 8pm – 10pm.
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Friday 29th January
Badminton
Women’s Rugby
Wing Chun
Come along and give Badminton a go with one of the most sociable societies around. Anyone is welcome (even first timers), shuttles will be provided and rackets are £1 to hire from the Gryphon Centre if you don't have your own.
Whether you're new to rugby or not, come down for some fun, games and exercise. Get to meet new friends and have a great time! All abilities welcome, and no equipment is necessary.
Wing Chun is a Chinese martial art that specialises in defending against bigger, stronger opponents, This session will introduce students to the basic principles, forms and techniques of this martial art. The session is open to everyone, regardless of ability, age or experience. No equipment is needed but comfortable clothing is recommended. LUU Room 6, 5pm – 7pm.
Sunday 31st January Baseball Get to grips with a glove, or get into the swing of batting! If you want to try your hand at playing baseball come on down to a training session; where beginners and lovers of the sport alike are welcome to hone their skills, make new friends or just simply Give It A Go! Leeds Beckett Headingley Campus, Sports Centre, Blue AstroTurf Pitch, 11am – 1pm, £5.
Jiu Jitsu Join the multi-award winning Jiu Jitsu society for a fun session where you will learn basic self defence techniques. The session will include defences such as grabs, punches and weapons. Jiu Jitsu is great for fitness and confidence and is a great chance to meet new people. Please wear loose fitting clothing. The Edge Studio 2, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Weetwood Sports Park, 3G Pitch, 7pm – 8pm.
The Gryphon Centre, 12pm – 2pm.
Men’s Basketball Hiking Join the Hiking Society for a trip to Horton in Ribblesdale where you can see a viaduct featured in Harry Potter, and have the opportunity to walk up two of the Yorkshire Three Peaks. Join us for a beautiful hike and a pub stop for some food. Please note our strict rules on kit (see luuhc.com).
Come along and try out one of the fastest growing sports in the UK. Join us as we go through the fundamentals of Basketball and develop your ability, whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned pro. The Edge Sports Hall 1B, 5pm – 6pm.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 9am – 7pm, £12.
Monday 1st February Table Tennis We at LUU Table Tennis strive to offer a relaxed and enjoyable environment in which to play table tennis and socialise. Whether you're a beginner or pro we welcome all abilities. So come and Give it A Go! Cromer Terrace, 6pm – 8pm.
Monday 1st February Mens Basketball
Monday 1st February Canoe Club There is nothing quite like the excitement of white-water kayaking! If you love the outdoors and adventure, come and Give It a Go with LUUCC. Beginners right through to experts are welcome. Bring swimming kit and a t-shirt and shorts if possible. The Edge Swimming Pool, 9pm – 10.30pm, £1.
Women’s Basketball Whether you've played for years or you're a complete beginner, come along and play some basketball with us! The Edge Sports Hall 1B, 4pm – 5pm, £3.
Wednesday 3rd February Thai Boxing Thai Boxing or Muay Thai is a form of hard martial art originating from South-East Asia, most famously Thailand. The sport differs from kickboxing through its emphasis on the use of knee and elbow strikes as well as kicks and punches. All equipment is provided. Turn up in loose clothing. The Edge Sports Hall 2, 5.30pm – 6.30pm.
Archery Are Hawkeye, Legolas and Katniss your idols? Want to see if you can shoot better than them? Then come and try archery out! Please tie long hair back and don't wear loose clothing. Cromer Terrace, 7.15pm – 9.45pm, £3.
Pool & Snooker Try out English and American pool for free with the pool and snooker club. We welcome players of all abilities. With a warm and friendly atmosphere this is a great opportunity to meet new people. Northern Snooker Centre, 6pm – 8pm.
Get Lost in Otley Chevin with Orienteering & Fell Running Challenge your brain and legs in a beauty spot of Leeds. Learn to map read in woodland and test yourself in our hillside orienteering event. Stay after the event for a meal in Otley. You will need trainers suitable for mud, exercise clothes, warm clothes and water. Suitable for all abilities. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 6.30pm – 9.30pm.
Thursday 4th February Judo Throw yourself into Judo. Come to our session to try out the ‘Best Martial Arts Society’ of 2015 and learn to throw and armlock your opponent. We look forward to seeing you on the mat. The Edge Studio 2, 8.30pm – 10.30pm.
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Friday 5th February Women’s Cricket This is a taster session for anybody who's interested in playing cricket. We are a friendly and inclusive club and we welcome people of all abilities, regardless of previous experience. The Edge Sports Hall 1A, 7pm – 9pm.
Experience Shodokan Aikido Aikido is based on joint locks, pins and throws and does not require strength to perform techniques well. If you decide to join on the day, you can get your membership for just £2. The Edge Dance Studio 2, 7.30pm – 9.30pm.
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Sunday 7th February
Monday 8th February
Squash & Racketball
Athletics Circuit Training
Are you looking to try something new but not sure what? Get involved with Squash, one of the healthiest sports around. All levels and abilities are welcome. Come along to get fit, have fun and to get more information on opportunities within the society. Remember to wear sports kit and non-marking shoes. The Gryphon Centre, 2.15pm – 3.45pm, £1.
Sailing Join the winners of best Give It A Go of 2014. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this is for you. The day will include tuition from qualified instructors in a range of dinghies. Bring a change of clothes and trainers you can get wet. Jeans are not advised. Transport from Parkinson Steps and lunch will be included. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 10am – 6pm, £15.
Do you want to push yourself to improve your general fitness? Come and train like an athlete in this circuit training session. All abilities welcome! The Edge Sports Hall 2, 5.30pm – 6.30pm.
Tuesday 9th February Fencing
Horse Riding Hello fellow equestrians! We are opening up our stable doors to give those of you who have never ridden a chance to see what all the horsey hype is about and those who want to retake the reins a chance to get back into it. Transport to and from the stables will be provided. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 10am – 3pm, £20.
Want to try something new that puts both your body and your mind to the test? Then try Fencing! The only sport where you'll be able to fight with swords for the whole session. An official Olympic sport, fencing gets you fit and thinking as you unravel your opponents with guile and speed. The Edge Sports Hall 1A, (7pm – 8pm) & Sports Hall 1B (8pm – 10pm).
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Wednesday 10th February Korfball Korfball is the only mixed team sport in the world. It is a team sport that both men and women can play together on equal terms, encouraging both teamwork and co-operation. It is a fast growing sport in the UK and all over the world, meaning plenty of competitive, fun matches around the country and internationally! The Edge Sports Hall 1A, 5pm – 7pm.
Thursday 11th February Women’s Football This is a free event where all abilities are welcome. The session will consist of fun games along with football specific drills before progressing onto friendly matches. It’s a great chance for you to give LUUWAFC a try and see whether it's something you're interested in getting involved in.
Saturday 13th February Caving Ever wanted to discover places that very few people ever see? Come caving and experience the rush of adrenaline you get when going somewhere totally new. We'll be heading underground in the Yorkshire Dales for a varied taster of the frequently overlooked sport. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 9am – 6pm, £30.
Weetwood Sports Park 3G Pitch, 6.30pm – 8pm.
Ultimate Frisbee Ultimate Frisbee is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. It can be played both indoors and outdoors, men’s, women’s and mixed. It is self refereed and relies on integrity and spirit of the game to help overcome conflict resolution. It's fast paced, exciting and the BUCS #1 sport to try at university. The Edge Sports Hall 1B, 5pm – 6pm.
Netball
Friday 12th February
Whether you fancy yourself as a pro or you don't know what netball is, we'd love to see you come and give it a go! This is a girls only session this time, but keep practicing boys because there's plenty of other occasions where you can get involved too.
Volleyball
The Gryphon Sports Centre, 6pm – 8pm, £1.
Come along to our session and introduce yourselves to the most international sports club in the university. We are a really friendly club who welcome players of all abilities and we want you to get involved! See you there. The Gryphon Sports Centre, 5pm – 7pm.
Saturday 13th February Duke of Edinburgh Join us for a short walk around the beautiful Meanwood Valley Trail – explore this hidden treasure and get to know the committee and the rest of the society! Don't forget to wear suitable shoes and bring a drink and waterproofs. Please bring some change as you may want to get the bus back to campus if the weather is bad.
Leeds Snowriders Taster Session
Sunday 21st February
Join Leeds Snowriders for a one hour taster session of skiing and snowboarding at Castleford Snowzone. No previous experience is necessary, so come and meet the committee and have some fun.
What do you do when you're on a mountain, hours from help, and something goes wrong? Come with us to Giggleswick in the Yorkshire Dales for a scenic hike and hypothetical medical scenarios, and you'll find out! Please bring money for the train and sturdy footwear is required.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 6pm – 10pm, £20.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 1pm – 3pm.
Wilderness Medicine
Meeting at Leeds Station, under the main departure boards before travelling to Giggleswick, Yorkshire Dales, 8.20pm – 6pm.
Friday 19th February Lishi Tai Chi
Tuesday 16th February Cross Country Come along and try our mixed hill rep session! A great way to meet fellow runners, improve your technique and get involved with a new friendly society. We suit all abilities, from steady three mile runs to more advanced interval sessions. Meet outside Cromer Terrace Gym, 6.30pm – 8pm.
Returning to University after the winter holidays can result in a lot of stress and frustration. Friendly instructors offer you an ancient Daoist exercise to help your mind, body and soul. Join in and let your worries and distractions slip away into oblivion. LUU Room 6, 2.30pm – 4pm, £1. Sessions repeated Friday 26th February & Friday 4th March.
Tuesday 23rd February Swimming & Waterpolo Can you swim and want to take it to the next level? Ever wanted to try out Water Polo? Or just want to join one of the biggest societies on campus? Come and Give It A Go at the Edge. Don't forget to bring your swimwear! The Edge Swimming Pool, 7.45pm – 10pm, £2.
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Wednesday 24th February
Friday 4th March
Saturday 5th March
Men’s Cricket
Windsurfing in the Dales
Scuba Diving
A perfect opportunity for beginners or even people who have previously played and want to get back into the game, to come and experience and learn what LUUMCC can offer you. We are able to provide kit.
We'll be heading to a lake in the Dales for an afternoon of windsurfing. We have instructors and kit so all you need is a towel and a swimming costume. Beginners are welcome.
Want to experience life underwater? LUU Sub Aqua Club will be running scuba diving experience sessions in The Edge swimming pool. All you need to bring is a t-shirt, swimming costume and towel. The Edge Swimming Pool, 8.45pm – 10.30pm, £5.
The Edge Sports Hall 1A, 5pm – 7pm.
Tennis
Thursday 25th February Skydiving Skydiving? From a plane? That's right, and we're holding a session where we'll give a presentation to tell you all about how you can get involved with Leeds' most extreme society! No previous experience is required, and we're a very inclusive society where everyone is welcome. The Eldon, 7pm – 10pm.
Thursday 3rd March Karate A free taster of everything Karate Leeds has to offer, whether you're a complete beginner or a black belt. Including traditional karate training (Basics, Kata), as well as sparring and some self-defence. Beginners should wear loosefitting clothing. Cromer Terrace, 8pm – 10pm.
Whether you're a beginner, improver or an advanced player – there will be opportunities for all. The sessions are run by fellow students from the tennis society and are very fun, so come along and Give It A Go! Hyde Park Tennis Courts, 12pm – 1.30pm.
Campfire with Scouts & Guides Join us for a chilled evening of fire, food and fun! Please remember to bring money as we will be getting the train to Hunters Greave scout campsite. Meet at Leeds Train Station in the main area underneath the departures boards, 6pm – 10pm.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 12pm – 6pm, £15.
Thursday 10th March Rifle At Rifle Club we welcome complete beginners and experienced shots alike. The sessions are relaxed and friendly with experienced members and a coach providing help as required. Please wear warm clothes you are comfortable lying down in. For legal reasons attendees will need to fill out a Section 21 form at least two weeks prior – these forms will be sent to those who have purchased a place on the session. LUU Room 4, Briefing at 5.20pm before departing to Aireborough Rifle and Revolver Club, £12.
Wednesday 16th March Wakeboarding Wakeboarding is the UK's fastest growing sport, originating as a sub-sport of waterskiing. Any previous experience on any type of board will help, but this session is essentially for complete beginners, and as such we will ensure everyone gets the amount of coaching they need to make sure they get up on the water! Meet at Parkinson Steps, 12pm – 7pm, £10.
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Health & Wellbeing Friday 22nd January Light Café Feel Good Flow Yoga from new Hyde Park centre We Are Wellness Helping people connect to their bodies through fun, feel-good, flowing yoga with stress relieving breath work. Everyone does yoga beside a Lumie Lamp – combining moving and breathing with light therapy to give the ultimate defence against stress and depression. LUU Room 6, Friday 22nd January, 12pm – 1pm.
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CREATE
In partnership with Give it a Go
Sunday 31st January Cushion Making Hosted by LUU Spruce up your student accommodation and make it feel like home by making your own cushion, choosing from lovely materials to brighten up your room. Don’t worry if you aren’t too confident on a sewing machine, our teachers are on hand to show you what to do and help. All materials are provided. LUU Room 4, 2pm – 4pm, £5. Repeated on Thursday 10th March 6.30pm – 8.30pm.
Monday 8th February Wednesday 3rd February Jewellery Making Make your very own unique decorative pieces as our guest teacher shows you how to make your very own jewellery pieces including bracelets and necklaces. Whether it is for you or a present for someone else, enjoy a relaxing session and learn a new skill. All materials are provided. LUU Room 4, 3pm – 5pm, £4.
Barista Training Hosted by Balcony Do you know your latté from your cappuccino and your macchiato from your espresso? Learn how to make the perfect coffee and do some latté art with our trained staff in Balcony. You will enjoy tasting the drinks along with a slice of cake. You also receive a coffee booklet to take home and a certificate showing completion of the session. LUU – Balcony, 5.30pm – 7.30pm, £5. Repeated by Hidden Café on Monday 7th March at 6.30pm – 8.30pm.
Wednesday 17th February Mixed Media Junk Journal Hosted by Kraftyhands Emporium Leeds Create your own junk journal from old magazines and create your own private and personal place to express your innermost thoughts and feelings through the medium of art with our guest artists from Kraftyhands Leeds. LUU Room 4, 2pm – 4pm, £4.
Wednesday 24th February
Wednesday 2nd March
Wednesday 16th March
Retro Lampshades
Tote Bags
Creative Art Journal Collage
Hosted by The Bowery
Hosted by Laura from Elsie and Nell
Hosted by Kraftyhands Emporium Leeds Create weird and wonderful graphics and artwork from magazines and junk mail images. Learn about composition, typography and colour theory in order to express yourself through this fascinating art form with our guest artists from Kraftyhands Leeds. LUU Room 4, 1pm – 3pm, £5.
You will be delighted with the results of the super simple drum lampshade. This workshop is a must for those looking to refresh their home on a limited budget. The method shown can be adapted to any size frame so you can create more. All materials and equipment are provided, just turn up and start making! Meet at Parkinson Steps at 2.20pm to get the bus to the Bowery. Alternatively you can meet us at The Bowery and the session will start at 3pm.
Design and personalise your very own tote bag at our Create session as we show you various techniques to make your very own fashion accessory! Perfect for carrying books to the library or for your weekly food shop – it’ll save you some money at the shops. Plus no one else will have the same one! Bags are provided. LUU Room 4, 2pm – 4pm, £5.
The Bowery, Headingley, 3pm – 5pm, £10.
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Children’s Events Saturday 30th January Family Art Workshops Hosted by The Tetley, Leeds The Tetley offers free creative activity sessions led by artists. Inspired by our programme and building activities have included everything from making simple prints, to designing robots, bookmaking and creating recycled crafts. These drop-in activities are open to all but are especially suitable for families with children aged 5 – 11. For more information visit our website: thetetley.org.
Saturday 13th February Around the World Children’s Party Bring your children to explore different countries through activities for all ages as part of the Celebrations for World Unite Festival.
The Tetley, Hunslet Road, Leeds, LS10 1JQ, 11am – 3pm.
LUU – Common Room, 1pm – 3pm, 50p per child.
Global Cafe
The regular Global Café session is held Every Monday except Bank Holidays. LUU Common Room, 5.30pm – 7.30pm.
Global Café+ Events Global Café+ events will be hosted by a range of different groups and societies throughout the year. To find out more about upcoming events visit: leeds.ac.uk/globalcommunity or check the Global Community Facebook page: facebook.com/ globalcommunityleeds. If you are involved in a society and would be interested in hosting a Global Café+ event, get in contact by emailing globalcommunity@leeds.ac.uk.
Monday 8th February Global Café+ Lunar New Year Is Lunar New Year a tradition you celebrate every year or a new one you’d like to learn more about? Either way, come and celebrate Lunar New Year with us and enjoy it with good friends and fun. LUU Common Room, 5.30pm – 7.30pm.
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Escapes Sunday 24th January Ilkley Moor Guided Walk Hosted by Get Out, Get Active Famous for the Cow and Calf Rocks, Ilkley Moor has many other attractions such as bronze age rock art, stone circles, serving up fantastic panoramic views of the Wharfedale and Airedale Valleys. Come and explore with a friendly guided walk followed by some free time in Ilkley town. Booking is essential as places are limited. Book your place at leeds.ac.uk/getoutgetactive. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 10am – 3pm, £6.
Sunday 7th February
Sunday 21st February
Bolton Abbey Guided Walk
National Coal Mining Museum
Hosted by Get Out, Get Active
Discover the history surrounding one of Britain’s most historical industries, coal mining. You’ll get kitted out with a hard hat and battery lamp before taking a trip 140m below on a tour guided by a former miner.
Explore the ruins of the ancient priory and walk alongside the picturesque River Wharfe to the Strid where the river squeezes through a narrow gorge. Booking is essential as places are limited. Book your place at leeds.ac.uk/getoutgetactive. Meet at Parkinson Steps, 10am – 3pm, £8.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 10.30am – 3.30pm, £7. Please note under 5’s are not allowed to go underground.
Malham Cove Guided Walk
Sunday 14th February
Sunday 28th February
Hosted by Get Out, Get Active
Skipton
Lotherton Hall
Explore the incredible Malham Cove and the beautiful nearby village. The intricate limestone pavements may look strangely familiar – they featured in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! Booking is essential as places are limited. Book your place at leeds.ac.uk/getoutgetactive.
Join us as we explore Skipton, a beautiful historic town on the doorstep of the Yorkshire Dales. Visit the Medieval castle boasting over 900 years of history as well as stunning surrounding woodlands to explore.
Visit the beautiful Georgian stately home just to the north of Leeds. Explore the bird garden with its large collection of rare and endangered species and take a walk around the gardens to see red deer and even llamas!
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 10.30am – 5.30pm, £7.
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 10.30am – 3.30pm, £10 includes return transport and entry to Lotherton Hall and Gardens.
Sunday 31st January
Meet at Parkinson Steps, 9.30am – 3pm, £8.
Week Commencing: Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
25th January
RockSoc, Pokémon, LUUMS Chorus, LUUMS Sinfonia, Vertical Fitness, Nightline.
LUUMS Brass, Mexican, Natural Sciences, Belly Dancing.
Book Club, Modern Dance, Lippy, Cycling, Taekwondo, Salsa, Ice Hockey.
1st February
Photo, Teddy Bear Hospital, STAR, Oxfam, Table Tennis, Women’s Rugby, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Canoe Club.
Video Gaming & Technology, Open Theatre, Marrow, Labour.
Art, Iranian, Freestyle, Revelation Rock Gospel Choir, Thai Boxing, Archery, Pool & Snooker, Orienteering & Fell Running, Create: Jewellery Making.
8th February
Circus Skills, PCI, Bhangra, Science Magazine, Athletics, Create: Barista Training, Global Café.
Biology, MicroSoc, The Scribe, Action: Older People’s Tea Party, Fencing.
Quidditch, Pakistan, Hong Kong, Polish, Singaporean, Korfball.
15th February
Jazz & Blues, British Born Chinese, VIBES Bollywood Dance, Action: Regeneration, Anti Death Penalty.
Stitch ‘n’ Bitch, FOBSoc, Cross Country, Snowriders, Street Dance.
AIESEC, Enterprise, Malaysian & Singaporean, Buddhist Meditation, Opera, HOMED, Create: Mixed Media Junk Journal.
22nd February
Sci fi & Fantasy, Chess, Music Impact in the Community.
ChemSoc, Action: Easter & Summer Holiday, ONE Campaign, Swimming & Waterpolo.
Baha’i, Ghana, Comedy, Her Campus, STAR, Scuba Diving, Create: Creative Art Journal Collage.
29th February
Folk.
Salsa.
Guide Dogs, Create: Retro Lampshades.
7th March
A Cappella.
English.
Malaysian.
14th March
Dance Exposé, LSTV, Socialist Students, Wakeboarding, Create: Tote Bags.
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Anime & Manga, Model UN, Middle Eastern Studies, Irish Dance, Swing, St John Ambulance LINKS, Leeds Students for Women International, Kickboxing & Krav Maga
Real Ale, Quidditch & Harry Potter, Yoga, Breakdance, LSR, Action: Partners in Time, Wing Chun.
Aviation, All Dance.
Jiu Jitsu, Badminton, Hiking, Baseball, Create: Cushion Making, GOGA: Malham.
Sign Language, STAR, Stratford-upon-Avon, Sailing.
Squash & Racketball, Horse Riding, GOGA: Bolton Abbey.
Henna, Psyched, Musical Union Music Library, Theatre, Leeds Students Women’s Cricket, Shodokan Aikido. for Global Health, Amnesty International, Practical Initiative Network, Judo.
Sci fi & Fantasy, Aviation, Escape: Skipton. Animal Welfare, Caving, Duke of Edinburgh, Around the World Children’s Party, Manchester.
SLAPSoc, FABSoc, Liberal Youth, OPEN Economics, Women’s Football, Ultimate Frisbee, Netball.
LUUMS Concert Band, African Caribbean, Volleyball.
Baking, Product Design, Physics, Scottish Country Dancing.
SocieTEA, Aerial Hoop, Medieval, Big Band, Philosophy, Lishi Tai Chi. Durham.
Wilderness Medicine, Escape: National Coal Mining Museum.
Eastern European, Russian & Slavonic, Comedy, Leeds Friends of Medecins Sans Frontieres, Skydiving.
Indonesian.
Aviation, Leeds RAG, Conwy & Chester.
East Asian Research, Conservation Volunteers, Escape: Lotherton Hall.
Karate.
Indian Students Association, Backstage, Men’s Cricket, Tennis, Scout & Guide.
TRS Society, Lake District, Windsurfing.
Brunei, Rifle.
Aerial Hoop.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Catholic.
East Asian Research.
Classics.
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H
A Cappella...........................................................22
Canoe......................................................................33
Henna........................................................................4
Action – Easter & Summer Holiday............................................27
Catholic..................................................................14
Her Campus.......................................................23
Caving.....................................................................35
Hiking.....................................................................32
Action – Older People’s Tea Party..............................................................26
Chemistry............................................................ 10
Homed...................................................................26
Chess......................................................................... 6
Hong Kong............................................................12
Circus Skills...........................................................5
Horse Riding......................................................34
Action – Partners in Time.........................25 Action – Regeneration . ..............................26 African Caribbean .........................................12 AIESEC......................................................................5 Amnesty International............................. 30 Animal Welfare . ............................................ 30 Anime & Manga..................................................3 Anti-Death Penalty...................................... 30 Archery.................................................................33 Art Society..............................................................4 Association Football (W)...........................35 Athletics................................................................34 Aviation....................................................................7 B Backstage.............................................................22 Badminton..........................................................32 Baha’i........................................................................13 Baking....................................................................... 6 Baseball.................................................................32 Basketball (Men’s)...........................................32 Basketball (Women’s)..................................33 Belly Dance..........................................................19 Bhangra..................................................................21 Big Band................................................................22 Biology..................................................................... 8 Book Club................................................................3 Breakdance ...................................................... 20 British Born Chinese.....................................12
Classics.................................................................. 10 Comedy.................................................................22
I
Conservation Volunteers.........................27
Ice Hockey............................................................31
Cricket (M)...........................................................37
Indian Students Association..................14
Cricket (W) . ........................................................34
Indonesian...........................................................13
Criminology....................................................... 10
Iranian......................................................................11
Cross Country...................................................36
Irish Dance......................................................... 20
Cycling....................................................................31 J D
Jazz & Blues...........................................................5
Dance Exposé...................................................22
Jiu Jitsu..................................................................32
Dance Groups ................................................. 20
Judo.........................................................................33
Duke of Edinburgh........................................36 K E
Karate.....................................................................37
East Asian Research......................................14
Kickboxing & Krav Maga...........................31
Eastern European...........................................13
Korfball..................................................................35
English................................................................... 10 Enterprise.............................................................. 6
Labour Students.............................................29 F
Leeds Student Radio....................................23
FABSoc..................................................................... 9
Leeds Students for Global Health...... 30
Fencing..................................................................34 FoBSoc..................................................................... 9
Leeds Students for Women International......................................................29
Folk............................................................................. 6
Liberal Youth.................................................... 30
Freestyle Dance................................................21
Lippy Magazine...............................................23
Friends of Médecins Sans Frontières............................................... 30
Lishi Tai Chi........................................................36
Brunei .....................................................................14 Buddhist Meditation.....................................12
L
G Ghana......................................................................13 Guide Dogs..........................................................27
Leeds Student Television.........................23
46 M
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T
Malaysian.............................................................14
Raise & Give........................................................27
Table Tennis......................................................32
Malaysian & Singaporean.........................13
Real Ale.....................................................................3
Taekwondo.........................................................31
Marrow..................................................................26
Revelation Rock Gospel Choir...............21
Teddy Bear Hospital....................................25
Medieval Society............................................ 10
Rifle...........................................................................37
Tennis.....................................................................37
Mexican Students............................................11
Rock............................................................................3
Thai Boxing.........................................................33
Microbiology....................................................... 8
Rugby Union Football Club (W)...........32
The ONE Campaign..................................... 30
Middle Eastern Studies.................................7
Russian & Slavonic.........................................13
The Scribe............................................................23
Model United Nations....................................3
Theology & Religious Studies............... 10
Modern Dance................................................. 20
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Music Impact in the Community.......27
Sailing.....................................................................34
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Music..................................................................... 7, 9
Salsa..........................................................................19
Ultimate Frisbee.............................................35
Music Theatre....................................................21
Science Magazine..........................................23
Union Music Library.......................................4
Sci-Fi & Fantasy.............................................5, 6 N
Scottish Country Dance............................22
V
Natural Sciences................................................7
Scout & Guide...................................................37
Vegetarian & Vegan........................................ 6
Netball....................................................................35
Shodokan Aikido...........................................34
Vertical Fitness.................................................19
Nightline...............................................................25
Sign Language.....................................................4
VIBES Bollywood Dance............................21
Singaporean........................................................12
Video Gaming & Technology...................4
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Skydiving.............................................................37
Volleyball.............................................................35
Open Economics........................................... 30
SLAPSoc.................................................................. 8
Open Theatre................................................... 20
Snowriders..........................................................36
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Opera.......................................................................21
Socialist Students.......................................... 30
Wakeboarding..................................................37
Orienteering & Fell Running..................33
SocieTEA................................................................ 6
Wilderness Medicine..................................36
Oxfam.....................................................................29
Squash & Racketball....................................34
Windsurfing.......................................................37
St John Ambulance LINKS......................25
Wing Chun Kung Fu.....................................32
P
Stitch ‘n’ Bitch.......................................................5
Pakistan...................................................................11
Street Dance........................................................21
Y
Performance & Cultural Industries.......................................... 8
Student Action for Refugees..........26, 27
Yoga.............................................................................4
Philosophy............................................................ 9
Swimming & Waterpolo............................36
Photography......................................................23
Swing...................................................................... 20
Physics..................................................................... 9 Pokémon.................................................................3 Polish........................................................................12 Pool & Snooker.................................................33 Practical Initiatives Network.................29 Product Design.................................................. 9 Psyched................................................................... 8 Q Quidditch & Harry Potter.......................4, 5
Sub Aqua..............................................................37
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