This scheme puts you in touch with local people to help you experience a taste of British life. They may take you for a coffee, to their favourite place in Sheffield or even invite you to their home. This is a great way to establish a lasting friendship.

Find out more by emailing globalfriends@shu.ac.uk

What our members say

International students

‘I had an unforgettable memory with my local friend. He took me to the bonfire party in Sheffield. I also visited Matt’s home. His Mum’s Yorkshire Puddings are the best in the world.’
Manice Cheng, Hong Kong

Hosts

‘An eye opening and worthwhile experience that I would be very keen to repeat.’
Sarah Smith, UK

We are really excited about a new student group that has formed recently and has been organising events for all students. Here’s what they have to say…

‘Global Community* aims to enhance the lives of Sheffield Hallam students of every nationality and ethnic background by embracing diversity and instigating multicultural interactions through the organisation of social events ranging from vibrant festivities to monthly networking events.

We host monthly networking events with culture-related themes to serve as a cultural immersion and global networking platform. Fun diversity-based icebreakers, interactive games and group activities will be the heart of the events.  We aim to offer surprises in every event. We also organise workshops on cultural awareness and other activities.

We have successfully held three popular social events for Culture Connect mentoring scheme including a Christmas event and New Year celebration.  And we also organised an information event for Go Global Week. We have lots more exciting events throughout the year too. Our next Culture Connect event is:

Cook Up a Storm with Global Community

• Tuesday 17 February
• 6pm to 9pm 

Please come along for a modern European culinary experience. Spaces are strictly limited. Please register by emailing your name, student number and dietary requirements/ food allergies to ShuGCSoc@gmail.com. 

SHU Global Community Members: Free Entry
Non-Members: Please bring £2 on the day

Our society committee is a diverse, creative, dynamic group!

Adedamola is a Culture Connect mentee from Nigeria.  She is the Marketing Communications Officer.  She loves learning, reading and always looking for opportunities to impact lives!  She is friendly, fun-loving, easy-going and wants to meet you!

Waqas is a Culture Connect mentee from Pakistan.  He is the Event Officer. He loves music, games, exploring new places, making new friends and planning a lot of fun filled activities for SHU students.

Yuvini is a Culture Connect mentor from Sri Lanka.  She is the President. She is vibrant, positive and social. Her passion is meeting people from around the world and she cannot wait to meet you all.

Sailaja is a Culture Connect mentee from India. She is the Event Officer. She is a simple and soft spoken person.  She loves travelling, making friends and participating in events.

Dapo is a SHU student from Nigeria. He is the Equal Opportunities Officer. He works hard, lives life to the fullest, laughs as much as he can, and never forgets that everything he is and hopes to be he owe to God.

Amy is a Culture Connect mentor from Hong Kong, China. She is the Secretary. She is a quirky introvert. She always likes to know more about different cultures, lifestyles and religions, loves to create small surprises for others, and likes to challenge conventional stereotypes.

Yee Rou is a Culture Connect mentee from Malaysia. She is the Treasurer. She has always been passionate about events planning and making the ideas work. She also loves music and plays the guitar.’

Check out the SHU GoGlobal Facebook group for their next event and join their society here.

*Please note: Global Community are still waiting to be approved as an official society by the Students’ Union

Join us for our popular Conversation Club where the focus
is on having fun, meeting people from around the world
and making new friends. Everybody is welcome – old
and new members. We look forward to seeing you.