Welcome to JMSU!

We’re John Moores Students’ Union (JMSU for short).

We’re here to guide you through your university journey and provide you with fun experiences like no other!

We will be your supportive friend with heaps of advice, tips, tricks, and lots of important information you may need during your time as a student.

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Freshers events schedule

Freshers Fair - Friday 27th 🎪

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11:00 - 15:00

JMSU Wonderland: John Foster party 🍰

Welcome to the wonderful world of JMSU!

John Foster Building

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15:35 - 17:00

Sightseeing Mersey River Cruise 🚤

Fancy a grand tour of your new home?

Mersey Ferries, Liverpool Waterfront

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18:00 - 20:00

Macrame Workshop 🧶

Make your new uni room your own.

Activities Space, Student Life Building

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11:00 - 15:00

Welcome to the jungle - Byrom Street bonanza 🐯

Go bananas at our jungle themed Freshers party.

Byrom St Campus, James Parsons Building

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18:00 - 20:00

Pottery painting Workshop 🎨

Get your creative hats on, we're hosting a pottery class.

Activities Space, Student Life Building

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18:45 - 20:00

Immersive Gamebox Experience 🎮

We will be having the ultimate games night at one of Liverpool's most exciting venues.

Gravity Max, Chavasse Park

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11:00 - 15:00

Student Life Shindig 🥳

Pick your teams as we head back in time to sports day.

Student Life Building

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12:30 - 16:00

One-off volunteering gardening 🧘🏿🌾

Gain some green fingers and join us for an afternoon gardening at Birkenhead Park!

Birkenhead Park

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11:45 - 15:45

Alpaka trek🦙

Explore with some adorable alpacas and make memories to last a lifetime.

Natterjack Alpacas

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11:00 - 15:00

Introducing... the John Lennon Stage: Freshers Festival 🥁

Welcome to our Freshers Festival event at the John Lennon Building!

John Lennon Art & Design Building

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11:00 - 15:00

Wild, Wild West party 🤠

Howdy cowboys - enjoy a fun-filled event at Redmonds.

Redmonds Building, Brownlow Hill

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18:30 - 20:45

Hot Water Comedy Club - Thursday Night Live

Join us for a night of fun filled comedy at Hot Water Comedy Club!

Hot Water Comedy Club

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19:00 - 21:30

Open-Air Cinema 🍿

We will be showcasing a film chosen by students.

John Lennon Art & Design Building

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11:00 - 15:00

Alpine Village party 🎿

Join us at the apres ski at the education building!

Education Building

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11:00 - 15:00

Hollywood Boulevard (AKA Tithebarn Street) 🎥

World-class free food, fun activities and giving away some VIP presents to all who attend.

Tithebarn Building, 79 Tithebarn St

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17:45 - 20:00

Combat Archery 🏹

Get your game face on, we're heading to combat archery.

LJMU Sport Building, 85 Brownlow Hill

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18:00 - 20:00

The Big JMSU Quiz ❓

Get you thinking caps on and join us for the Big JMSU Pub Quiz!

Lime St Pub & Kitchen, 51 Lime St

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07:45 - 20:30

Alton Towers 🎢

This is for the adrenaline junkies!

Alton Towers

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10:45 - 15:00

Trip to IKEA 🛒

Need some bits and bobs for your new university residency?

IKEA Warrington

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18:00 - 19:00

Yoga and Sound Bath 🧘

Stay zen at our yoga and sound bath event.

Activities Space, Student Life Building

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18:15 - 20:00

Go Karting 🏎

It's time to buckle up and show off your racing skills.

Team Sport Liverpool, 182 Sefton St

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15:45 - 17:00

Kayaking 🛶

Experience the iconic river Mersey by boat.

Liverpool Watersports Centre, Queens Dock

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18:00 - 20:00

Gaming night 🎮

Gamers! Join us for a fun-filled night of gaming with free Dominos pizza.

Activities Space, Student Life Building

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14:45 - 17:30

LFC Anfield Stadium Tour ⚽

We will be attending a VIP tour of the world-famous Anfield Stadium.

Anfield Stadium

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18:00 - 20:30

Jewellery Making Workshop 💍

Learn how to craft your own bespoke bling with our hands-on Jewellery Making Workshop!

Activities Space, Student Life Building

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17:45 - 20:00

Goggle Football ⚽

Five A Side vibes, but with a twist...

LJMU Sport Building, 85 Brownlow Hill

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17:50 - 19:00

Splash Art Experience 🎨

Get messy and unleash your creative side with our splash art experience!

Splash Art, 78 Duke St

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10:30

Freshers Fair 🎪

Get ready for an exciting day of exploration, discovery and connection to help you settle!

Exhibition Centre, King's Dock

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Essentials ticklist

 

  • Book a Freshers event - Book onto one of our Freshers events today.

  • Sign up to a student group – We have over 200 Sports Teams, Society Clubs and Student Communities for you to explore a hobby, find likeminded peers and make friendships to last a lifetime. Sign up to one today.

  • Get to know your Student Officers – Learn more about the people that lead JMSU and advocate for you – your elected Student Officer Team Alexandria, Brenin, Lottie and Seren.

  • Familiarise our Help and Support page – Now you’re a part of the JMSU community, you can access help and support at any time. Head to our help and support page to familiarise yourself with our free, confidential support services.

  • Student Voice and Campaigns – Understand more about our democratic processes, how to become a paid student representative for your course, and get involved with our student campaigns.

  • Follow us on social media - Keep up to date with the latest news, updates, and competitions by heading over to our social media.

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FAQs

 

What is ‘Freshers’?

Freshers is the time for you to get to know Liverpool city, your new university, your accommodation, and your Students’ Union.

We provide fun, introductory events and activities to both new and returning students to help you settle in.

During this time, you can take a moment to get your bearings, visit the wider University campuses and Liverpool City, make new friends, and make the most of university life before getting stuck in with your studies.

How do I make a JMSU account?

Please sign up to the JMSU website with your university email and password.

You must opt in to data sharing with us when you become a student at LJMU – this just means you can access our website and we can email you with updates!

You can do this by logging onto your ‘MyLJMU’ app, heading into the ‘Students’ Union’ section and clicking opt in. Please contact us for further support.

What am I likely to see during Freshers?

We will be hosting Freshers Focus events across each campus in week zero that will help you find friends and explore LJMU better.

In week one, we will be offering lots of fun activities such as the big JMSU pub quiz, a trip to IKEA for any last-minute buys, go karting, kayaking, yoga nights and more - not to mention our much-anticipated Freshers Fair.

Most of our events are either free or have a small deposit to claim your spot, that is refunded upon your attendance. Please refund your ticket if you cannot attend to claim your deposit back.

What is Freshers Fair?

Freshers Fair is the perfect opportunity to find out what JMSU, LJMU and the wider city has to offer.

You can speak to our student groups and learn more about them, speak to university stall holders about the services they offer, as well as bag yourself some exclusive freebies from our commercial partners - not to mention free Domino’s pizza!

Keep an eye out for our JMSU stall and you could be in for a chance of winning some amazing prizes!

I’m a current LJMU student – will there be any activities available for me?

No matter which year of study you’re in, we have many events that cater to all our students - whether you’re a commuter, post graduate or mature student, neurodiverse student, or international student, our Freshers schedule is designed to cater to everyone.

We will be hosting weekday and weekend activities, and most of the events are free or low-cost, in daytime hours, and are alcohol-free to ensure student-friendly and safe environments for all.

I don’t know anyone to go to the events with.

If you’ve come to university solo, please don’t worry. Remember; there are over 27,000 at LJMU, you are not alone!

We have some great events such as community days, paint and sip workshops, and sports sessions that you can come along to. Our events are designed for match-making friendships!

However, if you are anxious in any way about starting university, please get in touch and we will be happy to help. We want everyone to feel comfortable and make the most of their Freshers journey.

I can’t make an event I want to attend.

If you can’t make an event, not to worry, we’re not going anywhere!

Book onto any events you can make and if you need any information, please get in touch with us.

We will be hosting many events throughout the year; this way, you will never miss out. Freshers is just the beginning of a jam-packed year of activity.

I have an issue with my accommodation.

LJMU have a team of helpful staff members that will help with accommodation advice. You can get in touch with them via the LJMU website.

I have an issue with my course. 

You can email us, or get in touch with the university’s Student Advice and Wellbeing team at any point.

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