Become a Friend of Arriving New Students (FANS)

A great start at university is all about making friends, learning the tricks of the trade, as well as having fun. We're looking for current students who would like to help make this happen during Arrivals for the new undergraduates joining us this September.

What do FANS do?

Our FANS (Friends of Arriving New Students) provide a personal welcome to new students at the University, helping them settle in and acting as their first point of contact for the first few weeks.

FANS are a vital part of the university welcome, this collaborative scheme between the University and the Students’ Union brings together the University Colleges, the Students’ Union and Professional Services to deliver the best possible start for new students. 

If you become one of our FANS, you will look after a group of new undergraduates and help with areas in:

• Understanding how the university works 
• Campus & library tours 
• Getting Familiar with the Local area and parts of London
• Blackboard 
• Social activities and making friends
• Course and academic sessions 
• Signposting, advice, tips, wellbeing 

What are the benefits of being FANS?

There are many benefits to joining the scheme - previous FANS have described this experience as their highlight during their time at university.

As FANS, you'll get:

• A cash reward on successful completion 
• Training in key transferable skills
• Valuable volunteering experience 
• Teamwork and leadership skills 
• Points for Employability Award
• Certificate to show completion of role
• Networking opportunities and making new friendships 

Being FANS means you can gain essential skills required for employment whilst having some great fun!

Apply up to become FANS

Please note to become FANS, you'll need to be studying at the University in September 2022. Also, the role will require full dedication from training to the role itself. 
To apply for the FANS position please sign up through the following link by Wednesday 13 April 2022.

Want more information

If you have any other questions, get in touch with Nima Takodra, Project Manager, at [email protected].