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Give it a Go

Try something new with one-off, low-commitment activities open to all UEA students.

Give it a Go!

Give it a Go is an awesome events program created just for students like YOU starting your journey at the University of East Anglia. It’s packed with one-off activities that you can dive into at any point during your time here. All activities are beginner-friendly, with zero pressure to commit long-term—just jump in whenever you like. Check the event listings to see if you need to book ahead or if you can simply drop by on the day.

Events

Keep an eye on the Give it a Go events calendar below, as there are often student-led events happening all year round to encourage everyone to get involved.

Sip and Paint: 3rd November; Revolution De Cuba; Sip and paint

SpeedQuizzing: 3rd November; Blue Bar

Mental Health Awareness Training with NHS Talking Therapies: 4th November; tbc; Want a career in the Mental Health Sector? This training by the NHS is a 1–1½ hour session to spot mental health struggles, start conversations with those struggling, and signposting

Photocard/Phonecase Deco: 4th November; NEW SCI 0.08; Come along and do some photocard and phonecase decor!

Karaoke Night: 4th November; Blue Bar

Historical tour of Norwich: 5th November; A walking tour of the city’s history given by a local Norwich history expert Rueben Harvey! If you want to learn the hidden history of the city, come along!

5th Nov: Minecraft SMP Opening!: 5th November; play.ueamcsociety.net; It's time! Come and join us with the opening of the UEA SMP!

Turn Workshop Fundraiser: 5th November; Dance Studio, Sportspark; Come join our workshop led by our Onyx Captain Celia to fundraise for Leukaemia Care. All abilities welcome!

Dorothy's Quiz: 7th November; Dorothy's

Navigate Norfolk: Oxburgh Hall: 8th November; Meet at the Mega bus stop on campus.; Experience the gorgeous and historic Oxburgh Hall! With this day trip, not only do you learn about the hall, you can enjoy and explore all of the gardens the hall has to offer.

This Girl Can Fence: 10th November; Are you a woman or non-binary student that's interested in trying fencing? We have an exclusive free taster session on Monday, 10th of November just for you! Get a taste for the sport and all set to join out next beginner course.

Garden House Pub Quiz: 10th November; Garden House, Pembroke Road; Pub Quiz!

SpeedQuizzing: 10th November; Blue Bar

Karaoke Night: 11th November; Blue Bar

Open Mic Night: 13th November; Blue Bar, Union House

SpeedQuizzing: 17th November; Blue Bar

Karaoke Night: 18th November; Blue Bar

Laser Tag: 19th November; Congregation Hall room 01.20; Laser Tag @ UEA Congregation Hall!

Navigate Norfolk: Winterton on Sea Day Trip (GA and PG Students): 22nd November; Meet at the Mega Bus stop; Come and enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery that Norfolk has to offer with this day trip. Enjoy a leisurely walk around the seaside of Winterton and maybe spot some Seals!

Navigate Norfolk: Felbrigg Estate: 6th December; Meet at the Mega Bus Stop on campus; Get involved by joining this leisurely walk around the Hall and Gardens of National Trust property Felbrigg Estate!