Welcome Week at ME+U: Your First Step to Academic Success
- Penny Mosavian
- Sep 7
- 2 min read
Starting university is exciting, nerve-wracking, and sometimes a little overwhelming — especially if you’re beginning your studies in a new country. At ME+U, we believe Welcome Week isn’t just about finding your way around campus or meeting your classmates. It’s your chance to start building the academic skills and confidence you’ll need t o thrive.
So, as we count down to Welcome Week, here’s what you can expect — and how we’ll help you make the most of it.
What Is Welcome Week?
Welcome Week is more than freshers’ fairs and freebies (though those are fun too!). It’s your transition week: the time to settle in, get organised, and prepare yourself for university learning.
At ME+U, we see it as a chance to give you a head start:
Understanding academic expectations
Building confidence with academic English
Meeting supportive people who will help you on your journey
How ME+U Will Support You During Welcome Week
We are putting together a mix of resources, mini-lessons, and downloads to get you off to the best possible start:
Join us on Monday 29th September 2025 to receive
🎓 Daily Academic Tips
Short, practical tips on study skills, language, and mindset — perfect to read on your phone between induction sessions.
✍️ A Free Mini Academic English Handbook
On 29th September you will be able to download our free handbook “Upgrade Your Academic English” that gives you a whole range of information and advice for essays, presentations, and discussions.
💡 Skills Focus
We’ll share easy guides on:
How to take effective notes in lectures
Understanding plagiarism and referencing
Managing your time in your first few weeks
🤝 Community Vibes
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, and you’ll find questions, polls, and discussions designed to help you connect with others who are starting their academic journey too.
Why Start Early?
Many students wait until deadlines loom to think seriously about their study habits. But building strong academic skills from Day 1 makes life easier, less stressful, and ultimately more successful.
By joining Welcome Week @ME+U, you will
Get organised
Learn key academic phrases
Practice study strategies…you’ll be ready to handle your first assignments with confidence.
Join Us for Welcome Week!
We’re excited to walk this journey with you. Whether you’re an international student learning to navigate academic English, or you just want a stronger start to the year, ME+U is here to help.
👉 Follow us on social media for your daily Welcome Week tips.
👉 Download your free Upgrade your Academic English handbook
👉 Share your questions with us — no question is too small!
Final Thought
Welcome Week is about more than surviving your first days. With the right tools, it’s your chance to thrive from the start. At ME+U, we’re here to make sure you don’t just start university — you start strong.
Why not start now - download our Warm Up for Welcome Week Freebie No 1...
Are you getting ready? We are. 💙
Love from the ME+U team
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