Another successful Freshers’ Week has come and gone
KSU and student organisations alike trudged through the new virtual overhaul of the event. We overcame new obstacles and explored new opportunities that the virtual campus brought with it. All that said, we cannot help but feel nostalgic for past Freshers’ events and reminisce on what we missed this year.
To all the freshers’ joining University this year, have a gander at what the freshers’ season is usually like, and to all returning students, welcome to our guided tour down memory lane.
The crowded stands and tents
This may be a hit or miss with most, but no one can deny that the crowds are a staple of freshers’ ongoings. Sure, the stands may have been 10°C hotter and a nightmare to traverse, but nothing could replicate the literal buzz in the air that the organisations’ tent harboured.
Visits from public figures
Now that we gave you an idea of the unmanageable crowds, imagine the Prime Minister, President or Archbishop trying to manoeuvre through hundreds of students with their security and personnel. Under what better circumstances could you think of to meet the leaders of our country?
Physical games on stands
The virtual campus brought with it many Instagram giveaways and reposts on stories, and we were not lacking amazing prizes to be won. But throwing a ball or dart, grabbing cash, or playing a physical game of FIFA: these were the OG ways you would win a pair of AirPods or a free burger.
The free food
Although this year there were some snacks here and there to get free of charge, during past freshers’ events you would be okay not buying lunch for the whole week. From popcorn and pastizzi, to sweets and baked goods, freshers’ week was practically an on-campus buffet.
The company freebies and opportunities
The whole of Quad and CP4 were usually littered with businesses, offering not only some of the best freebies on campus but also some great opportunities. Whether you were taking part in GO’s classic music machine game, grabbing a free can of pringles or stopping by Daniel and Ylenia on the 89.7 Bay stage, there was something for everyone.
The iconic Water fight and Tug of War
These two events are staples of Freshers’ Week. The Tug of War used to be held mid-week and saw students divided on either side of a rope on behalf of MHSA and MMSA in a friendly rivalry. The Water fight between SACES and ELSA would then close off the week with a bang: tribal chanting pre-fight and a blast of an after-party included.
Campus Fest
Although not technically part of the Freshers’ Week activities, Campus Fest had become a staple KSU event. It brought all organisations together on campus for one last night during the Freshers season to set up stands and hold games. Hopefully, we’ll see KSU’s iconic silent disco brought back next year.
BONUS: Our Freebies Ranking
Usually, we compile a ranking of some of the best freebies the organisations had to offer. Unfortunately, this year, since organisations were only present once a week, we could not manage to get a hold of everyone’s freebies. Until next year!
All this being said, well done to KSU and to all student organisations for a successful and responsible Freshers’ Week (both its physical and virtual aspects). Looking forward to a COVID-free Freshers’ Week 2021!
