MSL Membership System Events

Tipsy Trail 2026 (26/09/2026, 16:00)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:08:51 +0100

Ready to kick off university life? Join us for our Tipsy Trail, a fun night exploring Ipswich's nightlife while meeting fellow students.

Start with some pizza and themed t shirts and let loose as we visit some of the town's most popular venues and enjoy exclusive drink deals and discounts along the way.

Whether you're arriving with friends or coming solo, it's the perfect opportunity to meet new people, discover your new favourite spots, and make lasting Welcome Week memories.

Our SU Welcome Team will be there throughout the evening to keep things running smoothly and help everyone feel welcome.

Perfect for:

Meeting new friends
Exploring Ipswich
Enjoying exclusive deals
Making Welcome Week memories

Drag Bingo at the Big SU Night Out (25/09/2026, 18:00)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:08:51 +0100

Drag Queen Bingo is coming to Escape! Join us for a fun night of bingo with a drag twist, hosted by Ivanna Drink from RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under!

The evening will feature three games of bingo, with Ivanna keeping you entertained throughout with plenty of laughs, audience interaction and a fabulous drag show. There’ll also be prizes up for grabs, so bring your competitive side.

Your ticket includes entry to the Drag Queen Bingo event, with 20% off drinks during the evening. Once the bingo wraps up, you can stick around as Escape opens for its usual club night from 9pm and keep the night going. Grab your friends, get your bingo face on and join us for a brilliant night out!

Please note: food is not provided at this event, so please eat before attending. Doors 6pm, Drag 7pm.

Secret Story Cafe (23/09/2026, 10:00)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:08:51 +0100

Where every cup hides a tale, and every tale hides a surprise. Step into our cosy literary hideaway for a Blind Date with a Book - no titles, no covers, just a few intriguing clues and a whole lot of mystery. Sip your favourite brew, unwrap a secret story, and let serendipity choose your next great read. Whether you’re a hopeless romantic, a thrill-seeker, or a curious wanderer of words, there’s a book waiting to meet you. Join other book lovers in our hideaway and who knows you might find a fellow traveller for the journey ahead. Come for the coffee. Stay for the story. Leave with new literary friends.

The Big SU Quiz (22/09/2026, 19:00)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:08:51 +0100

Join us for an evening to meet like minded people and share your quizzing knowledge. You don't need a team to book :)

Meet, Make & Sparkle (21/09/2026, 17:00)

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:20:43 +0100

Ease into Welcome Week with a relaxed evening of bedazzling random things to take home.

Choose from a selection of objects, then make yours entirely your own using gems, stickers and plenty of sparkle. We’ll provide all the materials, so you don’t need to bring anything or have any creative experience.

Your ticket also includes a drink. Come with friends or on your own, there are no awkward icebreakers, and our team will be there to welcome you and help you settle in.

The Big SU Brunch (21/09/2026, 11:00)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:08:51 +0100

Find your flock and kick off your Welcome Week with our duck themed activities and brunch!

Give it a Go Pole (FREE) (04/10/2026, 17:00)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:06:42 +0100

Welcome to Pole! ✨

Fancy trying something a little different? Come along to our free Give It a Go pole session and learn some fun beginner-friendly moves, including mermaid spins and step-arounds!

With support from our amazing instructor Lucy, you’ll be guided through everything step-by-step. It is an inclusive environment with all sizes, abilities and experience levels are welcome – no previous pole experience or strength needed!

🕔 5pm–6pm
📍 Spin and Flow Pole Studio
26 Riverside Industrial Park, Rapier Street, Ipswich, IP2 8JX

Come along, give it a go and have some fun! We’d love to see you there!

If you have anu questions, or would like to meet the committee to walk to the studio, please email the President, Ruby - s281636@uos.ac.uk

Give it a go Men's football (FREE) (02/10/2026, 17:00)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:24:35 +0100

⚽ Give It a Go: UoS SU Men’s Football

Fancy getting back on the pitch? Whether you’re looking for social or competitive football, come along to a free Give It a Go session with UoS SU Men’s Football!

The session will be led by our amazing coach, Craig, giving you the chance to get involved, meet the committee and make some new teammates before deciding whether you’d like to join.

What to bring:
👕 Sportswear or suitable sports clothing
👟 Footwear suitable for a 3G pitch – ideally moulded-stud boots
💧 A bottle of water

🚌 Getting to Inspire:
If you need transport to or from Inspire, the Number 3 bus runs from close to campus, stopping at Bishops Hill and Cavendish Street, before stopping at the top of Lindberg Road, where Inspire is located. The journey takes around 7 minutes.

You can find the bus timetable here: Number 3 bus timetable

Have a question about the session? Get in touch with Sean, President of Men’s Football, at s263405@uos.ac.uk.

Come along, have a kickabout and see what UoS SU Men’s Football is all about! ⚽🙌

Give it a Go Badminton (FREE) (30/09/2026, 14:00)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:29:11 +0100

🏸 Give It a Go: UoS SU Badminton

Fancy giving badminton a go? Whether you’re a complete beginner, getting back into the sport or looking to play more competitively, come along to a free Give It a Go session with UoS SU Badminton!

The session will be led by our amazing Coach Jamie, who is also President of Badminton, giving you the chance to get involved, meet the committee and other members, and see what the club is all about before committing to a membership.

What to bring:
👕 Comfortable sportswear
👟 Suitable indoor sports trainers
💧 A bottle of water

We provide the rackets and shuttlecocks but if you have your own and you'd like to bring it, feel free.

No previous experience is needed – everyone is welcome! Come along, have a play and meet some new people while giving badminton a go.

We’d love to see you there! 🏸🙌

Please contact Jamie if you have any questions ahead of the session - s286854@uos.ac.uk

Give it a Go Pole (FREE) (27/09/2026, 17:00)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:59:56 +0100

Welcome to Pole! ✨

Fancy trying something a little different? Come along to our free Give It a Go pole session and learn some fun beginner-friendly moves, including mermaid spins and step-arounds!

🕔 5pm–6pm
📍 Spin and Flow Pole Studio
26 Riverside Industrial Park, Rapier Street, Ipswich, IP2 8JX

Come along, give it a go and have some fun! We’d love to see you there!

If you have anu questions, or would like to meet the committee to walk to the studio, please email the President, Ruby - s281636@uos.ac.uk

Sports and Societies Showcase (23/09/2026, 12:30)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:08:51 +0100

Looking to meet new people, try something new or get more involved in student life? Come along to the Sports & Societies Showcase and discover everything you can get involved with at the University of Suffolk Students’ Union.

With a wide range of sports and societies to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to compete, get creative, explore a new interest, connect with others or simply try something different. Come along and meet our student committee members, find out more about the different Sports & Societies, ask questions and discover how you can get involved. You’ll have the chance to chat to students who are already part of our groups and find out what they have to offer.

You don’t need any previous experience, and you don’t have to know what you want to join before you arrive. The Showcase is a great opportunity to explore your options, discover something you didn’t know existed and find a group that’s right for you.

You can also find out more about upcoming Give It A Go sessions, giving you the opportunity to try different activities before deciding whether you’d like to join. Whether you already have a sport or society in mind or you’re simply looking to meet people and try something new, come along and find your place at Suffolk!

The Welcome Fayre (22/09/2026, 13:00)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:08:51 +0100

Get your university experience off to a great start at the Welcome Fayre! Come along and meet a wide range of local businesses, charities, community organisations and services, giving you the chance to network, discover new opportunities and find out what's available to support you during your time at university. There'll be plenty to explore, including freebies and giveaways, food and treats, activities, competitions and opportunities to get involved in your local community.