What's on this month

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West Park, Wolverhampton

Vaisakhi is one of the most important dates in the Sikh calendar. It is the Sikh New Year festival, and this year marks the 327th Anniversary of the Creation of the Khalsa Order and making of Saint-Soldier by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1699. 

To mark the occasion, thousands of visitors are expected once again at Wolverhampton's premier park for the annual celebrations in May.

The Council of Sikh Gurdwaras in Wolverhampton have planned a fun filled day with entertainment for all the family, including a fun fair, a variety of stalls and popular Asian musicians and singers will be performing live on stage.

Free entry 

Find out more

Walsall Campus Sports Centre

Bolt Events presents Walsall Comic Con, offering a fantastic range of activities, including retro gaming zone, cosplay competitions, green screen photo opportunities, movie cars to take selfies with, workshops and a great selection of exhibitor tables.

University of Wolverhampton, LockWorks Cinema and University of Wolverhampton at The Halls

Based in Wolverhampton and hosted by award-winning Deaf-led charity Zebra Access CIO, ‘Deaffest’ is the UK’s leading Deaf-led Film & Arts Festival, celebrating Deaf culture, creativity and community.

Events take place across Wolverhampton and the University throughout the weekend.

Interested in volunteering to support the festival? Email EEevents@wlv.ac.uk to get involved.

A Tapestry of Voices: Weaving Inclusivity into Education and Conferences

Join us for a seminar focusing on inclusivity challenges in existing traditional conference experiences.

If so, please join us for a seminar focusing on what makes a conference/event inclusive for individuals with different disabilities. This seminar is free and open to all, especially those working or studying within the Higher Education sector.

Birmingham Pride Parade 

The University of Wolverhampton's LGBTQ+ Staff Network is delighted to announce that the University will once again be taking part in Birmingham Pride, one of the UK’s most vibrant and inclusive celebrations of LGBTQ+ identity. We are proud to be joining forces with colleagues across the region as part of UNIfied at Pride, coordinated by the University of Birmingham. Staff and students are invited to get involved and support UNIfied at Pride, Marching as one collective group sends a strong message: that our universities value diversity, celebrate difference, and stand proudly for equality. 

Buy tickets for Birmingham Pride

Sign up to join the parade

 A Global Gathering event.

Get ready for an afternoon full of energy, culture, and community spirit!
Enjoy free entry, free refreshments with every booked ticket, plus fun games, face painting, crafts, and activities for all ages.

Staff, students & families all welcome – bring the little ones along for a day of fun!
(All children must be accompanied by a parent, carer, or responsible adult.)

A postgraduate qualification can open doors to further your career opportunities, allow for higher earning potential, and increase opportunities for positions of leadership in your field.

Every story has a start. Explore where yours will take you. 

Skills For Learning drop-in sessions and workshops 

Skills for Learning is a 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:

• City Campus, Harrison Library: Extended hours currently running: Monday to Friday, 11am - 4pm 
• Walsall Campus: Normal hours: Monday to Thursday, 11am - 2pm
• Telford Campus, Hutchison Library: Wednesday, 11am - 2pm

To request a one-to-one appointment outside of these hours, contact the Skills for Learning team

Online workshops

Skills workshops are currently being delivered online in Microsoft Teams. Let's Move Wolves

Academic English Language Skills

Enrol on the Academic English Language Skills course on Canvas

Maths support 

The 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. 

Online Wellbeing Workshops

These 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. 

Join workshops here

Find more mental health and wellbeing support at: wlv.ac.uk/mhw

Frame of Mind craft activity

• Every third Wednesday of the month
• 2pm - 4pm
• Student Life Centre (next to Harrison Library), Ambika Paul Building

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

Embrace - sexual health drop-in clinic

Do you need an STI test? Would you like advice about Sexual Health?

A nurse from Embrace Wolverhampton Sexual Health Service will be at:

• The Health Hub, Ambika Paul Building (MD)
• every fourth Wednesday of the month, 1pm - 3pm. 

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.  

Find out more about Embrace

Support to study 

Support for mums 

WLV Gym exercise classes  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.

Pastoral and Spiritual

Chaplaincy 

The 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 

wlv.ac.uk/chaplaincy

Qur’an Circles with our Muslim Chaplain 

An 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.

Health, sports and fitness

WLV Sport

Our 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.

• See the workshop schedule
• Book a session
• Support to Study
• Join a WLV Sports team - Enjoy Social Sport With Zero Commitment! 

Find out more at: WLV Gym student membership

Student-led Sport and Exercise Therapy clinics

Three specialist clinics will run every Monday and Wednesday.

• Massage Clinic – Ideal for relaxation and recovery.  Book for a Massage Clinic session here
• Injury Clinic – Focused on assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. Book an Injury Clinic session here
• Exercise and Rehabilitation Clinic – Designed to aid recovery and improve physical function. Book an Exercise and Rehabilitation session here

 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 

Student-led Podiatry Clinic

Experience 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

Find out more about the Podiatry Clinic