Southwark College kicked off the academic year with a Freshers Fair to welcome it’s new and returning students, introducing them to life at college and providing access to a range of services and local organisations.
During the event, more than 500 students attended and had the opportunity to participate in various activities and hear from student support teams, who shared information on additional learning support, enrichment activities and societies at Southwark College.
Attendees also met representatives from local businesses and organisations, including Met police, Brook, Shelter, Bubbletea, Change Grow Live, catch 22, Hire a pitch, Depaul UK, Youth Empowerment Propel, London LGBTQ Centre, Kooth, The Bridge, The Kids Network, Careers, Signature, Metro Charity, SU - Clubs and Societies and Elections, Rainbow Society, Columbo, Love Sex Life, Lower Marsh Market, Energie Fitness and Hope for the young.
Angus Andrews, Level 1 Media student said: “The Freshers Fair has been fun, and it was interesting meeting and interacting with local organisations, such as the Metropolitan Police to find out more about the services and support they offer to young people. I had a great time speaking with them and getting to know about the career opportunities and pathways at The Met.”
Sulayman Uddin, Regional Community Fundraiser from Shelter - North London, said: “It has been incredible engaging with the local communities to give them a better understanding about UK housing rights and the opportunities available to gain support if needed. It has been a buzzing event today, managed well and students have shown great interest.”
Representative, Mandy Raymond, Signature care home, Head of Regional Resourcing said: “We are delighted to be at Southwark College today. We are a care home, and we provide volunteer opportunities from hospitality roles to becoming a carer. Today the exercise demonstration shown to the students is designed for them to walk in the shoes of someone with Dementia. Today’s event provided a platform for young people to find out more about the various careers paths available in healthcare and other sectors.”
Scott Peasey, Vice Principal at Southwark College said: “We are delighted to host our first event of the new academic year, welcoming our students and providing them access to a range of services.
“The Fresher's Fair is an excellent opportunity to raise awareness amongst our students on the support services available, and sharing information on how students can take part in enrichment activities and benefit from career opportunities in Southwark. I hope our students enjoyed the fair and feel supported during their time at the College.”
To find out more about the range of student support available at Southwark College, visit southwark.ac.uk/student-services
