The student experience is just beginning for thousands of new students at Leeds Met, with a range of activities and initiatives on offer to make them feel at home.

Students and staff welcomed those joining the University throughout our Freshers' week, during a range of events held at Civic Quarter and Headingley Campus.

Harewood House was the scenic venue for this year's Freshers' Ball, which had a Willy Wonka theme. Friday's Freshers' Fair, run by the Students' Union in parternship with the University, was an opportunity for all new students at Leeds Met to find out more about every society and group on offer.

Clubs and societies offer a great way for students to meet new people in their first week, and also provide an ideal opportunity to to try new activities and develop new interests.

Our International Students received a warm welcome to Leeds Met on Friday with our Mardi Gras International Student Party, held at the Headingley Students' Union Bar. The party was to welcome new international students to the University and to introduce them to current international and home students. The party, which was attended by around 300 students, kicked off with the 12 Dirty Bullets, an Indie-rock band. Following the band, there was karaoke, dancing and a free buffet.

The fun continued on Saturday with a Teddy Bear's Picnic held at Headingley Campus. The picnic was organised by the CALM volunteers for students with caring responsibilities. The event included games, face painting, music, and a picnic.