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We hold various events throughout the year for International Students, Staff and their Families. There are also regular events.
We have a high quality programme of events and entertainment for session 2012-13 and it is hoped that many students and their families will be able to take full advantage of what is being organised specifically for our international community. We look forward to seeing you all at some of these events.
For more information and booking contact: International Advice Service,2 Airlie Place,UniversityofDundee
Tel: 01382 381381
Email: internationalsupport@dundee.ac.uk
To receive regular updates throughout the year on various events visit www.dundee.ac.uk/international/support/contactus/mailinglist and complete the quick online form.
Please note: dates may be subject to change, keep checking the International Advice Service website for updates on all events.
Text and Key
IAS – International Advice Service
DUCU –DundeeUniversityChristian Union
FI – Friends International
VL – VL (Angus)
International Advice Service
The service offers a professional and friendly welcome to all international students and provides specialist immigration advice and practical guidance on a range of matters relating to living and studying in the UK
www.dundee.ac.uk/international/support
Dundee University Christian Union
If you would like any more details about these events or information on how to get involved please contact DUCU International Secretary at ducdinternational@gmail.com
Friends International Dundee is a group of people living in Dundee who welcome international students to Dundee. We hope you enjoy your stay in Dundee. We come from churches and we welcome international students from all backgrounds. You can find out more at www.friendsinternational-dundee.org.uk
VL (Angus) Host members live in Angus villages and countryside surroundingDundee.
They enjoy meeting international students and providing them with an experience of Scottish home life, and to promoting friendships across the world. Find our more at: www.vlangus.co.uk
December 2012
FI
Tell me about Christmas
Saturday 1st December 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St PetersStreet (off Perth Road) DundeeDD1 4JJ
DUCU
International Christmas event
Saturday 8th December 8pm, Chaplaincy Centre (31) near the library
Come along and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. There will be puddings, music and a Christmas story.
FI & IAS
Friends International and the University of Dundee joint Christmas Party
Saturday 15th December at 8pm - 10pm, St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
Come along and enjoy this traditional Christmas celebration. Join in with the Carol singers to the festive musical band and exchange your Christmas stories and experiences from across the globe. Lots of festive cheer with food, refreshments and games. A chance to unwind and make friends and enjoy a truly warm and welcoming party.
FI
Café closed 22nd and 29th December (see noticeboard page on website www.friendsinternational-dundee.org.uk)
December 24th - Christmas Eve
Many shops and businesses will be closed early.
December 25th - Christmas Day
Many shops and businesses will be closed.
December 26th - Boxing Day
Many shops and businesses will be closed or limited opening times.
December 31st - Hogmanay or New Year's Eve
While New Year's Eve is celebrated around the world, the Scots have a long rich heritage associated with this event - and have their own name for it, Hogmanay where we celebrate to "see the New Year in."
January 2013
January 1st - New Year's Day
New years day is a good times for looking forward and wishing for a good year ahead, and is also a holiday in Scotland. Many shops and businesses will be closed or offer limited opening times.
FI
Café and Chat
Saturday 5th January 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St PetersStreet (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
Table games- Hot chocolate and toasted teacakes
Saturday 12th January 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St PetersStreet (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
Soup Night
19th January 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall,St PetersStreet (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
Taste of Scotland Welcome Party
Friday 25th January 7pm – 12 am midnight, West Park
Join Student Services staff for this Scottish party and sample a taste of traditional Scotland including food, Burns poetry, entertainment, bagpipes and lots of Scottish country dancing to the excellent live Ceilidh band. Tickets cost only £6 and you can buy them from the University online shop at www.bit.ly/TasteJan13. It is a very popular event, so get your tickets now! Organised by International Advice Service and Global Programmes on behalf of Student Services.
FI
Burns Night – (Celebrate Scottish poetry)
Saturday 26st January 8pm – 10pm, St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
February 2013
FI
Café and Chat
Saturday 2nd February 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St PetersStreet (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
Pancake Night
Saturday 9th February 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St PetersStreet (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
Questions and Answers
Saturday 16th February 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
March 2013
FI
Bring a Proverb from your country and look at the book of Proverbs
Saturday 2nd March 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
International Food Night
Saturday 9th March 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
Tell me about Easter
Saturday 16th March 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall,St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
VL & IAS
VL Angus Ceilidh
Saturday 16th March 7pm – 11pm (tbc)
You will be guaranteed a fun packed evening with lots of Scottish Country Dancing, home cooked food and an opportunity to meet friendly hosts of VL Scotland and their families who have organised and funded the evening especially for international students. A chance to make connections and build friendships with local Scottish families and share cultural experiences. If you want to join in the dancing, there are plenty of hosts who are happy to take you through the steps. If your family is here with you, they are most welcome to attend.
Booking open from January
DUCU
International Easter Event
Saturday 23rd March 8pm, venue: Chaplaincy
Come along and find out how we celebrate Easter! There will be some desserts, an Easter story and some fun Easter games.
March 29th - Good Friday
Many shops and businesses will be closed or offer limited opening times.
FI
Easter Cafe
Saturday30th March 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
March 31st - Easter Sunday
Many shops and businesses will be closed or offer limited opening times.
April 2013
April 1st - Local Holiday
Many shops and businesses will be closed or offer limited opening times.
FI
Easter Cafe
Saturday 6th April 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
International Opinion
Saturday 13th April 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
Places to visit. Things to see and do
Saturday 20th April 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
Café and Chat
Saturday 27th April 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
DUCU
International Games Night
Saturday 27th April 8pm – 10pm
"Based on the TV game show "The Crystal Maze" a night of team games with an international theme!"
May 2013
FI
Walkabout Talkabout (early)
Saturday 4th May 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
May 6th - Local Holiday
Many shops and businesses will be closed or offer limited opening times.
FI
Café and Chat
Saturday 11th May 8pm – 10pm
St Peter’s Church Hall,St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
FI
Garden Party at Malcolm’s and Ruth’s
Saturday 18th May
(more information – see Ruth at St Peter’s Church Hall, St Peters Street (off Perth Road) Dundee DD1 4JJ
IAS
Weekend Trip to the Highlands
Friday – Sunday, May 24th—26th
This 3-day trip will take you on a scenic journey through the Highlands exploring some of Scotland's tourist attractions including historic castles, lochs and mountains. The tour will be staying overnight in Loch Ness and the Isle of Skye. Tickets will be available from 1st April; cost to be confirmed. Look out for an email from internationalsupport@dundee.ac.uk for further details.
May 27th - Local Holiday - Victoria Day
Many shops and businesses will be closed.
June 2013
IAS
Glamis Castle & Highland Games
Sunday (early June 2013 – tbc)
Two attractions in one. Enjoy a touch of Scottish history with a tour round this very grand castle. Also experience traditional Highland Games in the Castle grounds.
Tickets will be available from April 2013
July 2013
July 22nd - Start Of Local Trades Holiday
Many shops and businesses will be closed.
Regular events
For information on events which happen regularly, eg weekly, check our Regular Events page.
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