What's on this month
Check out the schedule of upcoming events across the University for the month ahead.
In the first table, you'll find a selection of social and community events taking place this month across the university and through University partners. Below you can find information about regular drop-in sessions and bookable workshops delivered by our student support services, including study support, health and wellbeing, and pastoral and spiritual support.
Notification of postponement - The Global Gathering: Global Games event, which was scheduled to take place on Wednesday 22 April, has been postponed. Look out for further comms about the rescheduled date.
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Science Re-public
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Monday 13 April, 7pm - 9pm |
Arena Theatre |
Science Re-public is back! Science plus comedy equals a fantastic free night out. Check out the University of Wolverhampton's only free STEM research, stand-up comedy mash-up event. |
Book your free ticket |
| Mini Careers Fair |
Wednesday 15 April, 11am - 2pm |
Students' Union, City Campus |
Every story has a start… let yours begin here. Join us at the Mini Careers Fair for an exciting opportunity to explore your future and take that first step towards your career. Whether you're looking for graduate roles, part-time work, volunteering opportunities, or simply want to gain inspiration, this event is designed to support you. Meet a range of exhibitors, connect with like-minded students, and discover valuable opportunities that can help shape your next chapter. |
Find out more |
| International Fair |
Wednesday 15 April, 12 noon - 5pm |
The Courtyard, City Campus |
This free event is an opportunity for overseas students to share their culture, traditions and heritage with fellow peers and staff members. The lively celebration will feature international stalls, live music and performances, and lots of delicious global food to try. If you'd like to book a stall, email: EEevents@wlv.ac.uk |
No booking required |
| Yde and Olive: A Medieval Love Story |
Wednesday 15 April, 7.30pm |
Arena Theatre |
Storyteller and academic Daisy Black presents a remarkable thirteenth-century tale of disguise, high adventure, public baths, gender fluidity, straight-talking angels, and the power of queer love. |
Book your tickets here |
| Regae & Dub Club |
17 April, 7pm - 1am |
Luna Lounge bar, Students' Union, City Campus |
‘Wolverhampton Reggae & Dub Club: Presented by Exodus Movement After a strong first launch, Exodus Movement return with the second edition of Wolverhampton Reggae & Dub Club, a night rooted in sound system culture, heavy bass, and authentic reggae energy. With over 40 years of experience, Exodus Sound System aren’t just selectors, they’re part of the culture. Built in Wolverhampton, their foundation is in roots, rock reggae and dub, delivered the way it’s meant to be heard: through a full sound system, with depth, warmth and pressure. Expect a full crew session, alongside Caribbean food, drinks and a community-led atmosphere that blends music, culture and connection. Free for students (with valid ID). |
Book your tickets here |
| Career Hero Week |
Week commencing 20 April |
Careers, Employment & Success Hub, Ambika Paul Building, City Campus |
Join us for a series of drop-in sessions at MD083 – Careers, Employment & Success Hub. Build your skills, boost your confidence, and get career-ready! Monday 20 April, 12 noon – 2pm: Careers Escape Room Game Test your skills with interactive challenges including Spot the Mistake, Profile Glow-Up, Bullet Booster, Skills Matcher and Recruiter Test. Led by our Interns. Tuesday 21 April, 12 noon – 2pm: CV Glow-Up Bar Drop in and transform your CV with Jenny. Learn how to turn everyday experience into standout, employable skills. Wednesday 22 April, 12 noon – 2pm: Forage Get to Know Session Explore virtual work experience opportunities and boost your employability with Forage. Thursday 23 April, 12 noon – 2pm: Alumni Drop-In Thinking about starting your own business? Chat with Emma & Ginger about developing your entrepreneurial skills. |
No booking required, just drop-in |
| Stress and your studies drop-in support |
Wednesday 22 April, 10am - 1pm |
Deli Moon, Students' Union, City Campus |
Join us for Stress and Your Studies, a supportive drop‑in event designed to help you manage pressure as you progress through your studies. Whether you’re juggling deadlines, feeling overwhelmed, or just want a moment to unwind, this session offers practical guidance and a chance to take a breather. At our stall, you’ll find clear, student‑friendly information on key processes such as extensions, extenuating circumstances, and taking a leave of absence/break - so you always know what your options are when things get tough. |
Find out more |
| No Lone Wolves |
Wednesday 22 April, 5pm - 6pm |
Luna Lounge, Students' Union, City Campus |
No Lone Wolves Support Group launch event Creating a community for Care-Experienced and Estranged students. Come along and chat to other students who understand! Refreshments provided. |
Book here to attend |
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Yarn Collective |
Tuesday 28 April, 1pm - 3pm |
Harrison Library, City Campus |
A space for staff and students to obsess over yarn crafts, engaging patterns and share advice. Craft with like-minded people and make new friends. Materials, guidance and biscuits provided. |
No booking required. To be added to the Yarn Collective mailing list, email Sarah.Zacharek@wlv.ac.uk |
| How've You Been Dragged Up? | Tuesday 28 April, 7.30pm | Arena Theatre | ‘How’ve Yow Been Dragged Up? is an evening dedicated to the development of drag artists and celebration of drag performances in all its forms. This free-to-attend event offers a platform for emerging and established drag performers to test new material, explore ideas, and share their artistry with a live audience!
A performance opportunity and a showcase of emerging talent, How’ve Yow Been Dragged Up? invites audiences to experience drag in a unique and supportive environment, providing the perfect introduction for those new to drag, and an exciting chance for long-time fans to discover the next generation of performers.’ Free entry. |
Book your tickets here |
Save the date - coming up next month
- Deaffest, Friday 9 - Sunday 10 May. Deaffest is the UK’s leading Deaf-led film and arts festival, celebrating Deaf culture, creativity and community. See what's on at Deaffest 2026. Interested in volunteering to support the festival? Email EEevents@wlv.ac.uk to get involved.
- Postgraduate Open Evening, Wednesday 27 May, 3.30pm - 7.30pm, online. Every story has a start. Explore where yours will take you. Book to attend
Find out what else is on at the Students' Union
For a full schedule of events hosted by the Students' Union, visit the What's On page
Arena Theatre
Find out what's on at Arena Theatre
University of Wolverhampton at the Halls
University of Wolverhampton students & staff get exclusive access to tickets for every show at The Halls, 24 hours before they go on general sale.
Find out what's coming up and check for the latest pre-sale tickets here
Support, workshops and regular activities
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Academic study skills
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Skills For Learning drop-in sessions and workshopsSkills for Learning isa team of librarians who can support you with a range of different academic skills, including searching for literature, academic writing and referencing. If you’d like to see someone in person about your academic skills, the first place to go is our drop-in service. This is held at City, Walsall and Telford libraries. There’s no need to book – just come along at the following times:
To request a one-to-one appointment outside of these hours, contact the Skills for Learning team Online workshopsSkills workshops are currently being delivered online in Microsoft Teams. See the workshop schedule |
Find out more at wlv.ac.uk/skills |
Academic English Language SkillsIf English is not your first language (whether you’re a Home or International student at the University of Wolverhampton), the Academic English team are here to help. As language specialists we can advise on points of grammar, word choice, style, source use and (in the case of oral assessments) pronunciation that will help you improve your academic performance. Join the Academic English Language Skills Canvas course (it’s free!) to access our online resources, find out about our workshops, and sign up for an online 1-to-1 English tutorial. |
Enrol on the Academic English Language Skills course on Canvas
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Maths supportThe maths support service offers support and guidance to help you with any level of mathematics, statistics or numeracy to help you with your studies. Regular drop-in one-to-one support sessions and online workshops are available through the Library. |
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| Mental Health and Wellbeing |
Online Wellbeing WorkshopsThese psychosocial education workshops are friendly, interactive sessions designed to help you understand and manage your mental health and wellbeing. They’re not therapy, and you don’t need to share personal experiences — they’re more like wellbeing classes that give you tools to cope with life’s challenges. Our workshops will be running this Semester on every first Tuesday, 12 noon -1pm and every fourth Thursday, 12 noon - 1pm. |
Find more mental health and wellbeing support at: wlv.ac.uk/mhw
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Frame of Mind craft activity
Join a mindful, creative workshop to design and paint a photo frame for an image that inspires calm — it’s all a frame of mind! |
Just drop in - no booking required. Find mental health and wellbeing support at wlv.ac.uk/mhw For enquiries, email: MHWenquiries@wlv.ac.uk |
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Embrace - sexual health drop-in clinicDo you need an STI test? Would you like advice about Sexual Health? A nurse from Embrace Wolverhampton Sexual Health Service will be at:
You can pop in and see us, or if you would like an appointment, call 01902 444 444 and say you would like to be seen at the University. |
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Support to study |
Support for mumsSupport to Study holds a monthly drop-in session for new and expectant mums The drop-in will be a safe space to come and make connections with other students who have either recently had a baby or are pregnant. We are happy to welcome ‘babes in arms’, so please feel free to bring along your newborn. We will have a steady supply of hot drinks and biscuits, so come for a chat with other new student mums. There will be colleagues on hand to talk about reasonable adjustments that the university can put in place whilst you are pregnant and for up to a year after the birth of your baby. Our Student Wellbeing Champions will also be joining us and we will have information about the different options available to support your study. Students on a Leave of Absence due to maternity are also very welcome to attend. If you email Supporttostudy@wlv.ac.uk with ‘Expectant and New Mum’ in the title, we will add you to the mailing list and keep you updated with the drop-in dates. |
Book to attend the Expectant and New Mum support session here |
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Pastoral and Spiritual
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ChaplaincyThe Multi-faith Chaplaincy runs a variety of welcoming events, including Global Lunches, celebrations marking key religious and cultural dates, and informal social mixers. These activities offer a relaxed way to meet new people, build a sense of belonging, and explore the rich diversity of cultures and beliefs that make up our university community. To stay up-to-date with the latest events and announcements from the Chaplaincy, join the Chaplaincy Canvas page |
For enquiries, email: Chaplaincy@wlv.ac.uk Enrol on Canvas for event announcements |
Qur’an Circles with our Muslim ChaplainAn opportunity to connect, learn and grow spiritually with Qur’an and prayers, or just pop in for a chat and enjoy a hot drink. Qur’an Circles are taking place in the Chaplaincy Building (MP) at City Campus on Mondays between 12 noon - 1pm. The Faith Centre, WH221 Performance Hub, Walsall Campus on Thursdays, 12 noon - 1pm. All are most welcome to attend. |
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Health, sports and fitness |
WLV SportOur aim at WLV Sport is to enable our students, staff, and community to engage in sport and physical activity. We provide programmes across active lifestyles, social sport, and elite performance, to ensure everyone has the opportunity to be active on campus. Our multi-sports hall at Walsall Campus allows several sports, including badminton, 5-a-side football, futsal, netball, basketball, pickleball, volleyball and more.
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Find out more at: wlv.ac.uk/WLVsport
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Student-led Sport and Exercise Therapy clinicsThree specialist clinics will run every Monday and Wednesday.
Each appointment costs just £5, making this a fantastic way to experience high-quality care at a fraction of the usual price. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support our students and benefit from expert-led therapy services. Spaces are limited, so book early. |
Walsall Campus |
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Student-led Podiatry ClinicExperience quality foot care at our student-led podiatry clinic, guided by clinical educators, where future podiatrists treat a range of lower limb conditions. Clinics run on Tuesday and Friday from 9am – 4pm, offering foot health assessments and treatments delivered by our supervised podiatry students. Appointments are currently available for a short period at no initial charge. Sister Dora (WP) Building, Walsall Campus The clinic is open to staff, students, and members of the public. |
Appointments can be made by phone only. Call on Mondays 9am - 4pm: 07814 304 009 |
For more information please contact the Corporate Communications Team.