Welcome Week Events

Monday 19 September 2011

19:00 Wargaming & Roleplaying Taster Session

When: Monday 19 September, 19:00
Where: Drama Rehearsal Room, Main Arts Building
What: Wargaming is a form of strategy game involving metal or plastic miniatures that the players can buy and paint. The players build up their armies and battle it out by moving their models over the table/battlefield according to the numbers shown on their dice. Dice rolls also decide attack and defence moves, and the rules for these are often to be found in large, published volumes. The most popular game universes are Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 by Games Workshop. Some BWRPS members also collect the constructible ship strategy game “Pirates”. Others may play collectable card games in-between wargame or battle campaigns.
Roleplaying is a hobby that involves a great imagination. Players take on the personality and strengths of their character (most often decided against a number on a dice), and interact with each other to form the plot of an adventure thread decided upon by the “Games Master”. The Games Master takes on the roles of the characters the players meet, and guides the story as a whole. There are no winners or losers in roleplay, only heroes, villains and all shades in between. Many published rulebooks and systems exist to cater for all tastes, from historical to futuristic but perhaps the best (commercially) known is still “Dungeons and Dragons”.

Tuesday 20 September 2011

18:00 Film: Limitless

When: Tuesday 20 September, 18:00–20:00
Where: Lecture Room 4, Main Arts Building
What: Limitless is an action-thriller about a writer who takes an experimental drug that allows him to use 100 percent of his mind. As one man evolves into the perfect version of himself, forces more corrupt than he can imagine mark him for assassination. Out-of-work writer Eddie Morra’s (Bradley Cooper) rejection by girlfriend Lindy (Abbie Cornish) confirms his belief that he has zero future. That all vanishes the day an old friend introduces Eddie to NZT, a designer pharmaceutical that makes him laser focused and more confident than any man alive. Now on an NZT-fueled odyssey, everything Eddie’s read, heard or seen is instantly organized and available to him. As the former nobody rises to the top of the financial world, he draws the attention of business mogul Carl Van Loon (De Niro), who sees this enhanced version of Eddie as the tool to make billions. But brutal side effects jeopardize his meteoric ascent...

19:00 Art Society Taster Session

When: Tuesday 20 September, 19:00–21:00
Where: Wheldon Building
What: The Art society is the perfect opportunity to relax away from the stresses of your course. We welcome all abilities and styles. We also provide free material (although you are welcome to bring your own!), so come along and sketch to your heart’s content!

Wednesday 21 September 2011

18:00 Brass Band Taster Session

When: Wednesday 21 September, 18:00–20:00
Where: Music Hall
What: We accept any student who plays a brass instrument(cornets/trumpets, horns, baritones, euphoniums, trombones, tubas), no matter your skill level, whether you have been doing Brass Bands all your life or your first time. There is no limit to the amount of players we accept. We have students from all different departments in the University, so don’t hesitate to join us!

19:00 Geographical Society Taster Session

When: Wednesday 21 September, 19:00
Where: Room F1, Thoday Building
What: Catering for anyone who has an interest in Nature, Outdoors and the World.

Thursday 22 September 2011

16:00 Catholic Society Barbecue

When: Thursday 22 September, 16:00
Where: Catholic Chaplaincy
What: If Bangor fails us on weather we will move it inside but will still have an awesome time! All welcome.

18:00 SODA (Musical Theatre Society) Taster Session

When: Thursday 22 September, 18:00
Where: Drama Rehearsal Room, Main Arts
What: SODA are the foremost purveyors of musical theatre in Bangor. Recent productions include South Pacific, Mr Cinders and Guys & Dolls, and they are always on the lookout for new talent.

19:00 Earth Religions Taster Session

When: Thursday 22 September, 19:00
Where: Lecture Room 1, Main Arts Building
What: Ever wondered what it is like to practice witchcraft? Do you need a broom and a pointy hat? Find out the answer to these questions and more!

19:00 Labour Students Taster Session

When: Thursday 22 September, 19:00
Where: Room G1, Main Arts Building
What: Bangor University Labour Group is a student society at the University of Bangor in North Wales. We are committed to the promotion of the values of the labour movement – democracy, equality, social justice and collectivism – on and around campus. We are affiliated with the university’s Student Union and the Labour Students national organization, although we are politically independent of both. We represent the labour movement, including the Labour Party, the Co-op movement and trade unionism as well as organisations that represent our ideals such as Justice for Columbia, Compass, Student CND down to organisations like The Socialist Bookshop to name but a few.

19:00 Psychology Society Taster Session

When: Thursday 22 September, 19:00
Where: Wheldon Building
What: PSΨCH is the Bangor Psychology Society. We aim to bring people together: arranging social, academic and fundraising events to help you make the most of your time at Bangor University.

19:00 ROSTRA (Drama Society) Taster Session

When: Thursday 22 September, 19:00
Where: Main Arts Foyer
What: We offer our members the full theatre experience. Whether you want to act, direct, write, design set, produce, get involved in the technical aspects of theatre, sew costumes or learn to blow things up on stage (in a safe, controlled and fabulous manner). We will be holding workshops on a range of theatre skills as well as play rehearsals.

19:30 Christian Union Taster Session

When: Thursday 22 September, 19:30
Where: Lecture Room 4, Main Arts Building
What: Bangor University Christian Union is a group of students who are united with a passion to make Christ known on campus and in the community of Bangor Uni. We welcome everyone to join us, no matter what their belief, circumstance or background.

20:00 Photowalk hosted by the Photographical Society

When: Thursday 22 September, 20:00
Where: Meet at the Stone Circle, Siliwen Road
What: Showcasing good photography spots in and around Bangor.

Friday 23 September 2011

19:00 Medieval Re-Enactment Taster Session

When: Friday 23 September, 19:00
Where: Catholic Chaplaincy
What: What we do is train you to be a medieval foot soldier. You could be a front line bill-man, an armoured knight fighting bravely with a sword, and many more things, but fighting isn’t all we do. We want to be able to take you re-enactment events across the country with our parent group – the Thomas Stanleys. During these you can spend a weekend living in the 15th century, with authentic clothing, cooking, crafts and re-enacting battles that occurred years ago. We encourage everyone to have a go and try it out – who knows, you may even find you enjoy it!

19:30 Ceilidh

When: Friday 23 September, 19:30
Where: JP Hall
What: Well, first of all, what is the difference between a Ceilidh, a Barn Dance and a Twmpath? Several theories exist, but this is ours. Barn Dances tend to be a little more reserved than Ceilidhs - the band maybe of a more conventional line-up, sometimes sitting on the stage, and playing mainly traditional tunes. Some people associate Barn Dances with American style hoe-downs, which are more like Country & Western events, but a British barn dance uses mainly British country dance tunes. A Ceilidh is generally regarded to be a more lively affair, with a few songs and tunes maybe thrown in. Ceilidh bands often stand (or even dance!) on the stage, the tunes are frequently self-penned or up-tempo arrangements of traditional tunes. A Twmpath is probably both of the above with more emphasis on Welsh tunes and dances. All the above variations are great fun, the dances themselves are similar, it’s just a matter of personal choice.

19:30 Photographical Society Taster Session

When: Friday 23 September, 19:30
Where: Room 1, Wheldon Building
What: The Photographical Society holds shoots, socials and exhibitions and has the facilities and other resources to appeal to all levels of expertise.

Saturday 24 September 2011

19:00 Guides & Scouts Barbecue

When: Saturday 24 September, 17:30
Where: Roman Camp
What: A chance to meet the Bangor University Guides and Scouts, get a taste of who we are and what we do. We have planned an evening of fun, silly games and perhaps most importantly food!
We will be providing food but it will be “Bring your own bottle!”
Everyone is welcome old members, new members, prospective members, an you don’t have to have been in Scouting or Guiding before. It will be a great opportunity to meet new people, find out who BUGS are and start or continue your Guiding and Scouting in Bangor.
For those who live on the Ffriddoedd Accomdation site we will be meeting at 17:15pm outside the Security Office.
For those of you who be living on Normal site we will also be meeting at 17:15pm at the Normal Site entrance.

19:00 Medieval Re-Enactment Taster Session

When: Saturday 24 September, 19:00
Where: Catholic Chaplaincy
What: What we do is train you to be a medieval foot soldier. You could be a front line bill-man, an armoured knight fighting bravely with a sword, and many more things, but fighting isn’t all we do. We want to be able to take you re-enactment events across the country with our parent group – the Thomas Stanleys. During these you can spend a weekend living in the 15th century, with authentic clothing, cooking, crafts and re-enacting battles that occurred years ago. We encourage everyone to have a go and try it out – who knows, you may even find you enjoy it!

Sunday 25 September 2011

12:00 Conservation Day Taster Session

When: Sunday 25 September, 12:00
Where: Treborth Botanic Gardens
What: Come and get involved in some hands on environmental action with the Student Treborth Action Group!

12:00 Wargaming & Roleplaying Taster Session

When: Sunday 25 September, 12:00
Where: Drama Rehearsal Room, Main Arts Building
What: Wargaming is a form of strategy game involving metal or plastic miniatures that the players can buy and paint. The players build up their armies and battle it out by moving their models over the table/battlefield according to the numbers shown on their dice. Dice rolls also decide attack and defence moves, and the rules for these are often to be found in large, published volumes. The most popular game universes are Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 by Games Workshop. Some BWRPS members also collect the constructible ship strategy game “Pirates”. Others may play collectable card games in-between wargame or battle campaigns.
Roleplaying is a hobby that involves a great imagination. Players take on the personality and strengths of their character (most often decided against a number on a dice), and interact with each other to form the plot of an adventure thread decided upon by the “Games Master”. The Games Master takes on the roles of the characters the players meet, and guides the story as a whole. There are no winners or losers in roleplay, only heroes, villains and all shades in between. Many published rulebooks and systems exist to cater for all tastes, from historical to futuristic but perhaps the best (commercially) known is still “Dungeons and Dragons”.

19:00 Bangor-opoly Treasure Hunt

When: Sunday 25 September, 18:30
Where: Meet at Memorial Arch, Glanrafon Hill
What: Hosted by the Guides & Scouts, this is a great way for all you Freshers to find your way round Bangor and take in all the sights of your new home. And who knows there could be a prize for the winning team!
Everyone is welcome, new members and old members alike, whether you have been a Guide or Scout before. Feel free to bring all your friends, the more the merrier.
Meet outside Main Arts building at 18:30 to get into teams. Each team will be given an existing BUGS member to help guide them round our beautiful city of Bangor.
All teams will need to be at Varsity Bangor for 20:00 to round up the scores. Any later and points will be lost!

19:00 SODA (Musical Theatre Society) Taster Session

When: Sunday 25 September, 19:00
Where: Drama Rehearsal Room, Main Arts
What: SODA are the foremost purveyors of musical theatre in Bangor. Recent productions include South Pacific, Mr Cinders and Guys & Dolls, and they are always on the lookout for new talent.