New Nigerian Student in Glasgow? This Free Welcome Workshop Could Help You Settle In

Starting university in a new country can be exciting, but it can also come with plenty of questions, especially when you're trying to understand a new city, a new university and a different way of doing things.

If you're a Nigerian student joining the University of Strathclyde this academic year, here's an event worth knowing about. 💚

The University of Strathclyde Nigeria Society is holding its Nigerian Society Welcome Workshop 2026/27 in Glasgow on Monday, 21 September 2026.

📅 Event Details

🇳🇬 Event: Nigerian Society Welcome Workshop 2026/27
📅 Date: Monday, 21 September 2026
⏰ Time: 4pm–7pm
📍 Venue: Mandela Hall, Teaching and Learning Building, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
🎟️ Entry: FREE
🥤 Refreshments: Provided

💚 What Is the Welcome Workshop About?

The workshop is designed to help Nigerian students connect with their community and settle into life at Strathclyde.

According to Strathclyde Students' Union, students attending will have the opportunity to:

• Meet fellow students

• Get practical tips about settling into Strathclyde

• Find out about activities and opportunities

• Connect with the Nigerian student community

The University of Strathclyde Nigeria Society says its wider purpose is to bring Nigerian students together to socialise, network and support one another while promoting Nigerian culture and heritage.

So if you've recently arrived in Glasgow and don't know many people yet, this could be a useful opportunity to start building your network.

🇳🇬 Who Is It For?

The Nigeria Society describes itself as a society for Nigerians studying at the University of Strathclyde, and its official page specifically lists the 21 September event as a “Welcome Workshop for new Nigerian Students.”

If you're a new Nigerian student at Strathclyde for the 2026/27 academic year, this one is particularly relevant to you.

🎟️ How Much Does It Cost?

Nothing!

The official event listing confirms that entry is free, with refreshments also provided.

📍 Where Is It Happening?

The workshop will take place at:

Mandela Hall
Teaching and Learning Building
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Scotland

The event runs from 4pm until 7pm on Monday, 21 September 2026.

💚 Auntie Tobi Says

Moving to a new country for university is about more than lectures and assignments.

Finding your community early can make a real difference.

So if you're a Nigerian student starting at Strathclyde, don't just stay inside your room after lectures. 😄 Go and meet people, ask questions and find out what support and opportunities are around you.

And if you know somebody heading to the University of Strathclyde this September, send this to them.

🔗 Official Information

The event is listed by Strathclyde Students' Union, and the University of Strathclyde Nigeria Society also confirms the Welcome Workshop on its official society page.

https://www.strathunion.com/groups/find-a-society/society/6948/

Always check the official event page before travelling in case the organiser makes any changes.