MSL Membership System Events

Lemonade Parties (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:31:04 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Argyll Lemonade Parties - coming to a learning centre near you!

At lunchtime on Wednesday 9th September, each UHI Argyll learning centre will be hosting a HISA Lemonade Party, with free refreshments.

We will be providing free lemonade, lemon sherbet, and a lemon-themed game (when we think of a theme we run with it). Where tech allows, each lemonade party will be video calling with all the others, as well as the Meet Your Local Argyll team online event, as well as online students.

Come and be part of the fun!

Oban: Wednesday 9th September, 1pm to 2pm

Islay: Wednesday 9th September, 1pm to 2pm

Lochgilphead: Wednesday 9th September, 1pm to 2pm

Helensburgh: Wednesday 9th September, 1pm to 2pm

Rothesay: Wednesday 9th September, 1pm to 2pm

Dunoon: Wednesday 9th September, 1pm to 2pm

Campbeltown: Wednesday 9th September, 1pm to 2pm

Arran: Wednesday 9th September, 1pm to 2pm

Oban Passport Project (01/09/2026, 12:00)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:28:53 +0100

You have one week in September to fill your passport with stamps!

Collect your Oban Passport from your local HISA team (that's Merlin and Annie) on Tuesday 1st September, at the SAMS induction.

Find local businesses and organisations with the stamper, and, well, get stamped! Talk to the local organisations about what they have to offer (some of this info - but not all - can be found below).

When your passport is full, email a photo of it (from your student email address - that's the one that starts with your student number) to: HISA.SAMS@uhi.ac.uk by midnight on Monday 7th September.

We will announce the winner at the Welcome Fair at the Rockfield Centre on Tuesday 8th September, and prizes from some of the organisations involved will be given!

Sea Kayak Oban

Seagrass Marine

Hinba

Re_Store

We host our Rescued Food Project 11am-1pm Monday – Saturday, where customers can fill a bag of food supermarkets would have thrown away, for a suggested donation of £2.We also run repair and upcycling workshops- primarily for clothing and accessories. These are on a Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon. I’ve attached a poster for these too- for more information check out: https://obancollective.org/workshops.

We are planning future workshops focusing on maintenance and repair of outdoor clothing and accessories- keep an eye on our Facebook page for the most up to date info: Oban Re:Store

Oban War & Peace Museum

Highland Soap Company

Waterstones
Welcome to Oban!

We hope you are settling in and finding your way around town. Oban is such a special place and we hope you enjoy your time here. Bookshops are a wonderful resource of knowledge, a peaceful retreat and welcoming safe space, we hope our wee shop will support you over your next few years of study.

We have a brilliant student loyalty program, Waterstones Plus Student allows you to earn stamps Spend £10 = 1 stamp, 10 stamps = £10 to spend as well as a 5% discount on all purchases, including sale & clearance lines and our cafes.

When you pop in to get your passport stamped, if you sign up for one of our student cards, or show us your existing card you can enter into a prize giveaway (est value £50).

We look forward to welcoming you to our wee bookshop!

Waterstones Oban Team

Anchor & Steam

SAMS & Argyll Welcome Fayre (08/09/2026, 16:45)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:40:56 +0100

SAMS and Argyll Welcome Fayre!

Come and see us!

Open to all SAMS and UHI Argyll students (not just new students)!

We have a stall at the Welcome Fayre event for SAMS and Argyll. Come and meet your local HISA team, have a chat, ask questions, and pick up some freebies.

Alongside our table will be a lot of our brilliant clubs and societies, as well as a load of local organisations. Here's a list of who you'll find (the list is still growing)!:

HISA! That's us! We will be there with information about what we do, what we have planned, and freebies!
SMACC! That's the SAMS Mountaineering and Climbing Club! A brilliant Adventure Club!
ABRC! They are Argyll & Bute Rape Crisis
Atlantis Leisure! Oban's fantastic gym and swimming pool!
Adventure Oban! A community-led outdoor activity charity!
Oban In-line Roller Hockey! These guys meet regularly at Atlantis Leisure!
Octopush Club! Underwater hockey!
Oban Churches! Episcopalian representative!
Oban Tabletop Gaming!
RNLI!
Oban Elite Hockey Club!
RookHart Games! Board games and fun!
Appin Rainforest Regeneration Project! A charity organisation that does what it says on the tin!

No need to book, and entry is entirely free.

Humanities Hubs (22/09/2026, 11:30)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:20:28 +0100

For students on UHI's Humanities Degree Scheme, we're responding to student feedback that, on top of your online studies, you're keen to meet fellow students in-person at campuses near you - both from your degree/class and in other subjects - and to access services from UHI and HISA.

Based on preferences, we're piloting these "Humanities Hubs" at UHI Perth in the first semester of 2026-27. So if you're a Humanities Degree Scheme student who is near the UHI Perth campus, please come along to any or all of these "hubs" on the following days:

• Tuesday 22nd September 11.30-1.30.

• Wednesday 7th October 12.00-2.00.

• Friday 23rd October 12.00-2.00.

• Friday 6th November 12.00-2.00.

• Thursday 19th November 12.00-2.00.

• Thursday 3rd December 12.00-2.00.

• Friday 18th December 12.00-2.00.

All "hubs" are in Room 019 on the ground floor of the UHI Perth Brahan building.

You can use these gatherings to chat to your fellow students, find a study buddy, explore the library together, or just stick your headphones on and join a class!

HISA will also be there to help you find your way, show you round campus, and tell you more about what we do to support and involve you - from shaping your learning through your feedback and Student Voice Reps (SVRs), to academic societies where you can collaborate with fellow students to dig into your subject interest in your own way.

Keep us posted with your thoughts about the hubs or about anything else you're thinking about student life at UHI, by contacting your Student Voice Rep or dropping us a line on socials or email.

And don't forget, whether you are near our UHI Perth campus or not, you can visit any other UHI campus at any time to use college facilities or visit the HISA office. And for all Humanities Degree Scheme students, you can join our Digital Students' Network!

Meet your local Perth Team (session two) (22/09/2026, 16:00)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:51:33 +0100

Come and meet your local Perth team, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Corben is your elected Depute President for Perth, and Aimee is your HISA staff member!

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Meet your local Perth Team (session one) (11/09/2026, 12:00)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:49:57 +0100

Come and meet your local Perth team, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Corben is your elected Depute President for Perth, and Aimee is your HISA staff member!

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Online Lunchtime Bingo 1 - Welcome Week Special (06/10/2026, 13:00)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:35:28 +0100

Whether you're studying from home, wrapping up morning classes, or just fancy a fun study break, HISA has you covered. Kick off your Welcome Week celebrations with the ultimate virtual lunchtime session!

Join us online for a fast-paced, high-energy round of bingo. It’s the easiest (and most fun) way to connect with students from across all campuses, a chance to win £25, and ease into the new term without even leaving your desk.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Event Details

What: Online Lunchtime Bingo - Welcome Week Special
When: Tuesday, 6th October | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Online (Link provided upon registration)

How to Play

Grab your lunch, log on, and get ready for a great time. Keep your eyes peeled for the registration link to secure your virtual bingo card!

Let’s see who will be our first big winner of the term. Good luck!

Online Lunchtime Bingo 2 - Welcome Week Special (08/10/2026, 13:00)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:43:24 +0100

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Event Details

What: Online Lunchtime Bingo - Welcome Week Special
When: Thursday, 8th October | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Online (Link provided upon registration)

How to Play

Grab your lunch, log on, and get ready for a great time. Keep your eyes peeled for the registration link to secure your virtual bingo card!

Let’s see who will be our first big winner of the term. Good luck!

Welcome Week Treasure Hunt - Dornoch (21/09/2026, 10:00)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:04:56 +0100

Kick off the new term with a campus-wide adventure!

Welcome Week is here, and what better way to get to know your campus than with a thrilling treasure hunt? HISA is hiding special trinkets all around Dornoch, and it's time to put your detective skills to the test.

Whether you're a brand-new student finding your feet or a returning face, keep your eyes peeled as you move around. You never know where a hidden prize might be waiting!

How to Play

Scour the Campus: Keep a sharp lookout for our special HISA trinkets hidden in plain sight.
Claim Your Reward: Once you’ve successfully tracked one down, bring your trinket straight to reception!
Collect Your Treat: Swap your hidden find for a well-deserved welcome treat.

Event Details

What: Welcome Week Treasure Hunt
When: Monday, 14th September – Friday, 18th September 2026
Where: Dornoch Campus

Welcome Week Treasure Hunt - Alness (14/09/2026, 10:00)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:03:26 +0100

Kick off the new term with a campus-wide adventure!

Welcome Week is here, and what better way to get to know your campus than with a thrilling treasure hunt? HISA is hiding special trinkets all around Alness, and it's time to put your detective skills to the test.

Whether you're a brand-new student finding your feet or a returning face, keep your eyes peeled as you move around. You never know where a hidden prize might be waiting!

How to Play

Scour the Campus: Keep a sharp lookout for our special HISA trinkets hidden in plain sight.
Claim Your Reward: Once you’ve successfully tracked one down, bring your trinket straight to reception!
Collect Your Treat: Swap your hidden find for a well-deserved welcome treat.

Event Details

What: Welcome Week Treasure Hunt
When: Monday, 14th September – Friday, 18th September 2026
Where: Alness Campus

Welcome Week Treasure Hunt - Portree (07/09/2026, 10:00)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:30 +0100

Kick off the new term with a campus-wide adventure!

Welcome Week is here, and what better way to get to know your campus than with a thrilling treasure hunt? HISA is hiding special trinkets all around Portree, and it's time to put your detective skills to the test.

Whether you're a brand-new student finding your feet or a returning face, keep your eyes peeled as you move around. You never know where a hidden prize might be waiting!

How to Play

Scour the Campus: Keep a sharp lookout for our special HISA trinkets hidden in plain sight.
Claim Your Reward: Once you’ve successfully tracked one down, bring your trinket straight to reception!
Collect Your Treat: Swap your hidden find for a well-deserved welcome treat.

Event Details

What: Welcome Week Treasure Hunt
When: Monday, 7th September – Friday, 11th September 2026
Where: Portree Campus

Fort William Fayre - Welcome Week 2026! (08/09/2026, 12:00)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:02:05 +0100

Get ready to kick off the new academic year!

Join HISA for this year's Welcome Week Fayre! Whether you're a brand-new student on campus or returning for another year, this is your chance to dive into college life at Fort William.

Discover a wide range of clubs, societies, student support services, and local organizations all under one roof. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet new friends, find out how to make your voice heard, grab some cool freebies, and see everything your student association has in store for you this year.

Event Details

What: Welcome Week Fayre
When: Tuesday, 8th September 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Fort William Campus

Don't miss out on the biggest event of the term. Come along, say hello, and let’s start the year off right!

Thurso Fayre - Welcome Week 2026! (09/09/2026, 12:00)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:50:13 +0100

Get ready to kick off the new academic year!

Join HISA for this year's Welcome Week Fayre! Whether you're a brand-new student on campus or returning for another year, this is your chance to dive into college life at Thurso.

Event Details

What: Welcome Week Fayre
When: Wednesday, 9th September 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: ETEC Building, Thurso Campus

Don't miss out on the biggest event of the term. Come along, say hello, and let’s start the year off right!

Perth Halls Welcome (02/09/2026, 17:30)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:01:31 +0100

Hosted by your local Depute President Corben for those moving into Halls at UHI Perth, come find out about your students' association and how you can get involved.

Come hungry for complimentary pizza, snacks, board games and to socialise with your new flatmates!

No need to sign up, just turn up on the day!

For more information about the event, please email hisa.perth@uhi.ac.uk

Moray Campus Tours (01/09/2026, 11:00)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:10:28 +0100

Join the HISA Moray team for a tour of the Moray Street Campus! We'll show you the best places to study and socialise, where to grab a bite to eat, where the gym is, and any useful locations for your course. No matter where your teaching takes place, you're welcome to come along if you're interested in exploring what this campus has to offer. No need to sign up - just meet us in the AyePod, Moray Street Campus!

Tour times:

Tuesday 1st September: 11 - 11.30am & 12 - 12.30pm
Wednesday 2nd September: 10.30 - 11am & 1 - 1.30pm
Thuesday 3rd September: 10.30 - 11am
Monday 7th September: 12 - 12.30pm & 1 - 1.30pm

Can’t make it but still want a tour? Get in touch: hisa.moray@uhi.ac.uk.

Marine Conservation Society - Online Welcome Week Session (17/09/2026, 12:30)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:21:21 +0100

Join volunteers from the Marine Conservation Society for an online talk

Expanding on their online talk entitled “Protecting Scotlands Seas”, you'll hear about their work, volunteering opportunities, important political or science issues, as well as career paths!

To attend online (aka from the comfort of your sofa), then ook your (free) space to join online by following this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Or, if you are a SAMS student, you can join us in Etive (SMB) for a watch party!

Lemonade Party - Arran! (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:32:05 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Lunchtime lemonade party at the UHI Argyll Arran Learning Centre!

Join us for lemonade (surprisingly enough), as well lemon sweets and lemon themed games!

Get to know one another, while you get refreshed.

All totally free!

The Meet Your Local Argyll Team online event is on at the same time, so your local student officer (Timothy) and your local HISA staff member (Annie) will be dialling in to chat to you too!

SAMS & UHI Argyll Photography Competition (01/10/2026, 00:01)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:47:17 +0100

The Natural World of Argyll & Arran

We are hosting an exciting photography competition, open to all students of SAMS and UHI Argyll.

We are looking for student-taken photographs which showcase the beauty of the natural world of Argyll & Bute, and the Isle of Arran. These can be photos you have snapped on your phone, a film camera (although we will need a digital copy for judging), or on a digital camera. Show us animals! Show us plants! Show us landscapes! Show us any combination of the three!

Winners will be selected by Merlin Farrell (SAMS student and HISA officer), Timothy Tang (UHI Argyll student and HISA officer), Cameron Stewart (former SAMS student and professional photographer) and Kath Polley (UHI Argyll staff member and professional photographer).

You can check out Kath Polley's brilliant photography here: https://www.kathrynpolleyphotography.com/

You can see Cameron's excellent images of the natural world on his social media. His Instagram handle is @cagstewart, and his Facebook page is here!

Some brilliant prizes to be won!

To enter, simply email your photo(s) to annie.mason@uhi.ac.uk!

Confirmed prizes so far:

1st place:

£30 Amazon voucher
Winning photograph professionally printed and displayed at the UHI Oban campus, UHI Helensburgh campus, and SAMS Sheina Marshall building
Winning photograph used as the Teams backdrop for HISA Argyll and HISA SAMS teams - with full credit - for the remainder of the 26/27 academic year
Included in an article on the HISA website
Shared on @TeamHISA socials

2nd place:

£20 Amazon voucher
Included in an article on the HISA website
Shared on @TeamHISA socials

3rd place:

£10 Amazon voucher
Included in an article on the HISA website
Shared on @TeamHISA socials

Some Ts&Cs:

No generative AI is to be used. Use of GenAI will lead to disqualification.
Panel of four judges: Merlin Farrell (SAMS student and HISA officer), Timothy Tang (UHI Argyll student and HISA officer), Cameron Stewart (former SAMS student and professional photographer) and Kath Polley (UHI Argyll staff member and professional photographer). If any judges pull out, then they will be replaced by HISA staff members.
Competition will run between 1^st and 31^st October
Entries will be on the natural world of Argyll, so can include flora, fauna, or landscapes (or any combo of these), and must be taken within Argyll & Bute or on the Isle of Arran.
Judging will be in early November
Any shortlisting of photographs ahead of formal judging will be done by the student HISA officers (Merlin and Timothy) and the HISA Coordinator for Argyll & SAMS (Annie)
By submitting a photograph to the competition you are permitting the submitted photograph, and your name, to be used by HISA for promotional activities
The winning photograph will be used as a Teams backdrop for the remainder of the academic year, other than when a HISA-wide campaign is ongoing (for example Pride, Black History Month, etc)
Multiple entries are permitted
Entries must be sent from your student email address

Therapets at Perth (10/09/2026, 12:00)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:14:06 +0100

Chill out with some lovely doggos as part of Perth Welcome 2026!

Courtesy of Canine Concern Scotland, come to one of two sessions where you can destress with some furry friends and get to meet other UHI Perth students.

No need to book, just turn up!

If you have any questions, please email hisa.perth@uhi.ac.uk

Therapets at Perth (09/09/2026, 12:00)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:11:09 +0100

Chill out with some lovely doggos as part of Perth Welcome 2026!

Courtesy of Canine Concern Scotland, come to one of two sessions where you can destress with some furry friends and get to meet other UHI Perth students.

No need to book, just turn up!

If you have any questions, please email hisa.perth@uhi.ac.uk

PGRs - Call for Articles (19/08/2026, 09:00)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:16:58 +0100

Write for HISA!

We are always on the lookout for awesome articles to showcase here on the PGR HISA webpage!

This ongoing opportunity is open to any and all UHI postgraduate research students. We will happily receive and publish online any articles on anything to do with your experience as a PGR at UHI.

Topics might include (but are not limited to) things like:

An overview of your research and some wonderfully fascinating and niche thing you have discovered, but written for your fellow students from various disciplines (so not full of technical jargon)
Sharing amusing stories from your fieldwork and the loss of your favourite trowel in a spoil heap somewhere
A write-up about attending or presenting at a conference (and how bad the coffee was)
Some insider tips and tricks for newly enrolled PhD or MRes students
(Almost) anything else

Feel free to also send us any photos to go with your article (ideally at least one, even if simply you - the author - sitting and writing it)!

If you would like to submit something, or want to ask us any questions about it, then simply email: PGR.HISA@uhi.ac.uk

Lemonade Party - Campbeltown! (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:33:00 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Lunchtime lemonade party at the UHI Argyll Campbeltown Learning Centre!

Join us for lemonade (surprisingly enough), as well lemon sweets and lemon themed games!

Get to know one another, while you get refreshed.

All totally free!

The Meet Your Local Argyll Team online event is on at the same time, so your local student officer (Timothy) and your local HISA staff member (Annie) will be dialling in to chat to you too!

Linkwood: Therapets and Pizza (24/09/2026, 12:00)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:23:18 +0100

Come along to the LInkwood Technology Centre to meet Betty and Baxter, two therapy dogs from Canine Concern Scotland! Even better: enjoy some free pizza while you're there! This event is open to all UHI students, you don't need to be based at the Linkwood centre. No need to sign up, just come along to Linkwood and you'll find us very close to the main reception area. We'll be there from 12 - 2pm, but the pizza is first-come-first-served!

Biblical Garden: Games and Pizza (21/09/2026, 12:00)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:04:39 +0100

Join HISA and your fellow UHI Moray students in the Biblical Garden for Welcome Week 2026! Free pizza, some chilled garden games, and a chance to meet some new friends or bring old ones. You don't need to sign up, just head to the Biblical Garden (next to Elgin Cathedral) and look for the picnic benches. This event is open to all UHI students. Event time to be confirmed; watch this space!

Perth Welcome Fair (Day 2) (17/09/2026, 10:00)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:24:35 +0100

Come along to the Webster to Day 2 of our Welcome Week Fair!

As well as meeting your local HISA team and picking up some freebies, expect to find games, activities and meeting people from local businesses, charities, the wider community and UHI Perth.

No need to sign up, just pop along!

For more information, please contact hisa.perth@uhi.ac.uk

Perth Welcome Fair (Day 1) (16/09/2026, 10:00)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:22:59 +0100

Come along to the Webster to Day 1 of our Welcome Week Fair!

As well as meeting your local HISA team and picking up some freebies, expect to find games, activities and meeting people from local businesses, charities, the wider community and UHI Perth.

No need to sign up, just pop along!

For more information, please contact hisa.perth@uhi.ac.uk

Perth Sports and Societies Fair (08/09/2026, 10:00)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:03:21 +0100

Come along to find out about Sports and Societies at UHI Perth!

Alongside Perth's Active Campus Coordinator, meet our student-run sports clubs and societies to see how you can get involved!

Attending will be:

Football (including Inclusive)
Volleyball
Climbing
Netball
Floorball
Academy of Sport and Wellbeing
Active Campus Coordinator
HISA

with more to be announced!

Various teams across UHI Perth will also be there to give you support in the following:

- Accessing Eduroam (aka internet on campus)

- Student Finance

- Study Skills

- Student Counselling and Wellbeing

No need to sign up - just turn up on the day!

Any questions, please email Lindsey.Brown.perth@uhi.ac.uk or hisa.perth@uhi.ac.uk

Lost Shore - University Super Taster (23/09/2026, 09:00)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:23:27 +0100

Our brilliant Wind & Wave Club invite you to be a part of a MASSIVE university Super Taster!

Find out more about the club here: Wind and Wave Club

Lost Shore University Supertaster - Wednesday 23rd September

Join Lost Shore Supertaster on Wednesday 23rd of September. For £35, have a go at Europe's biggest wavepool and enjoy the event with other uni students. We will have an event-like buzz, with music, activities and great vibes!

Available surf lessons/ sessions:

Lessons are 90 minutes, including a 30-minute shoreline induction and a full coached water in the water. Sessions are 60 minutes.

· Beginner Lesson at 11:30, 13:30, 15:30 and 17:30.

· Improver Lesson at 11:30, 13:30, 15:30 and 17:30.

· Cruiser Session at 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 and 18:00

· Turns Session at 11:00 and 17:00

· Manoeuvres Session at 13:00

· Manoeuvres + Session at 15:00

Equipment

· Wetsuit and softboard included with beginner and improver lessons and cruiser session.

· If you are surfing Turns, Manoeuvres and Manoeuvres + you can hire a wetsuit for £4.

· All lessons and sessions include a softboard.

· You can also hire a surfboard in our surf shop or bring yours if you are doing a session.

Booking and checking in

1. Create your Lost Shore account with your university email.

2. During fresher’s week, visit the university surf club stall and scan the booking QR.

3. Select your surf and purchase the session.

4. On the day, pack a swimming costume and a towel.

5. Arrive at Lost Shore 45 minutes before your surf.

6. Check-in in reception.

7. Get changed and enjoy your surf.

Surf & unlock perks

· Attend the event and get added to our University Surf Club tier, which will give you access £35 surfs on Wednesday afternoons during the 2026-2027 academic year - only applicable for people booking with their university email.

· Access, on the day, to the new Uni Surf Club bundles, designed to help progress your surfing from £28 per surf and redeemable from Monday to Thursday.

Lemonade Party - Lochgilphead! (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:30:31 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Lunchtime lemonade party at the UHI Argyll Lochgilphead Learning Centre!

Join us for lemonade (surprisingly enough), as well lemon sweets and lemon themed games!

Get to know one another, while you get refreshed.

All totally free!

The Meet Your Local Argyll Team online event is on at the same time, so your local student officer (Timothy) and your local HISA staff member (Annie) will be dialling in to chat to you too!

Lemonade Party - Dunoon! (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:20:04 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Lunchtime lemonade party at the UHI Argyll Dunoon Learning Centre!

Join us for lemonade (surprisingly enough), as well lemon sweets and lemon themed games!

Get to know one another, while you get refreshed.

All totally free!

The Meet Your Local Argyll Team online event is on at the same time, so your local student officer (Timothy) and your local HISA staff member (Annie) will be dialing in to chat to you too!

NWH Welcome Fayre Passport - Raffle 1 - Fort William (08/09/2026, 12:00)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:53:24 +0100

Collect stamps, explore the Fayre, and win prizes!

To celebrate the start of the new academic year, HISA is continuing it's ultimate Welcome Fayre Passport Raffle! It’s your chance to turn exploring our stalls into exciting prizes.

Whether you're picking up freebies, chatting with local groups, or checking out student support services, every step you take brings you closer to winning a locally donated prize.

How It Works

Pick Up Your Passport: Grab a passport when you arrive at your local Welcome Fayre from the HISA stall.
Explore & Stamp: Visit different stalls and find the stamps to fill your passport.
Enter the Raffle: Once your passport is complete, drop it off with the HISA team to enter the prize draw!

Event Details

What: Welcome Fayre Passport Raffle
When: Tuesday 8th September, 12pm - 3pm
Where: Stornoway Welcome Fayre

Get ready to explore, engage, and win. We can't wait to see you there!

NWH Welcome Fayre Passport - Raffle 3 - Stornoway (15/09/2026, 12:00)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:58:45 +0100

Collect stamps, explore the Fayre, and win prizes!

To celebrate the start of the new academic year, HISA is continuing it's ultimate Welcome Fayre Passport Raffle! It’s your chance to turn exploring our stalls into exciting prizes.

Whether you're picking up freebies, chatting with local groups, or checking out student support services, every step you take brings you closer to winning a locally donated prize.

How It Works

Pick Up Your Passport: Grab a passport when you arrive at your local Welcome Fayre from the HISA stall.
Explore & Stamp: Visit different stalls and find the stamps to fill your passport.
Enter the Raffle: Once your passport is complete, drop it off with the HISA team to enter the prize draw!

Event Details

What: Welcome Fayre Passport Raffle
When: Tuesday 15th September, 12pm - 3pm
Where: Stornoway Welcome Fayre

Get ready to explore, engage, and win. We can't wait to see you there!

NWH Welcome Fayre Passport - Raffle 2 - Thurso (09/09/2026, 12:00)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:55:03 +0100

Collect stamps, explore the Fayre, and win prizes!

To celebrate the start of the new academic year, HISA is continuing it's ultimate Welcome Fayre Passport Raffle! It’s your chance to turn exploring our stalls into exciting prizes.

Whether you're picking up freebies, chatting with local groups, or checking out student support services, every step you take brings you closer to winning a locally donated prize.

How It Works

Pick Up Your Passport: Grab a passport when you arrive at your local Welcome Fayre from the HISA stall.
Explore & Stamp: Visit different stalls and find the stamps to fill your passport.
Enter the Raffle: Once your passport is complete, drop it off with the HISA team to enter the prize draw!

Event Details

What: Welcome Fayre Passport Raffle
When: Wednesday 9th September, 12pm - 3pm
Where: Thurso Welcome Fayre

Get ready to explore, engage, and win. We can't wait to see you there!

Lemonade Party - Helensburgh! (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:59:16 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Lunchtime lemonade party at the UHI Argyll Helensburgh Learning Centre!

Join us for lemonade (surprisingly enough), as well lemon sweets and lemon themed games!

Get to know one another, while you get refreshed.

All totally free!

The Meet Your Local Argyll Team online event is on at the same time, so your local student officer (Timothy) and your local HISA staff member (Annie) will be dialing in to chat to you too!

Lemonade Party - Rothesay! (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:42:55 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Lunchtime lemonade party at the UHI Argyll Rothesay Learning Centre!

Join us for lemonade (surprisingly enough), as well lemon sweets and lemon themed games!

Get to know one another, while you get refreshed.

All totally free!

The Meet Your Local Argyll Team online event is on at the same time, so your local student officer (Timothy) and your local HISA staff member (Annie) will be dialing in to chat to you too!

Lemonade Party - Oban! (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:40:05 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Lunchtime lemonade party at the UHI Argyll Oban Learning Centre!

Join us for lemonade (surprisingly enough), as well lemon sweets and lemon themed games!

Get to know one another, while you get refreshed.

All totally free!

The Meet Your Local Argyll Team online event is on at the same time, so your local student officer (Timothy) and your local HISA staff member (Annie) will be dialing in to chat to you too!

Lemonade Party - Islay! (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:12:10 +0100

When life gives you a new semester, HISA gives you free lemonade!

Lunchtime lemonade party at the UHI Argyll Islay Learning Centre!

Join us for lemonade (surprisingly enough), as well lemon sweets and lemon themed games!

Get to know one another, while you get refreshed.

All totally free!

The Meet Your Local Argyll Team online event is on at the same time, so your local student officer (Timothy) and your local HISA staff member (Annie) will be dialing in to chat to you too!

UHI Scribblers Online Welcome Week Session (21/09/2026, 11:00)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:14:03 +0100

Our very own UHI Scribblers invite you to join them in an online taster session, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

As part of the session, they will introduce the UHI Scribblers!

You will hear about the society, and their history.

There will be a chance to join in a short writing prompt exercise, giving a taste of what they do in some of their meetings, andthere will be an opportunity for anyone to share what they have written.

There will also be a Q&A at the end, where people can chat to the committee about the society.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Treasure Hunt! (02/09/2026, 14:00)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:42:33 +0100

Treasure Hunt at SAMS!

As part of our Welcome Week '26 activities we are inviting SAMS students (that's YOU) to join us for a treasure hunt around campus and the immediate area (no busses needed)!

Meet your Local HISA Team (Merlin and Annie) on Camus Beach - that's the one that the Sheina Marshall Building (SMB) sits on - at 2pm.

Teams of 2 - 4 students

Solve riddles!

Follow clues!

Search for easter eggs! Do we mean this literally? You'll have to wait and see!

Dungeons and Dragons Online Welcome Week Session (07/09/2026, 13:30)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:01:34 +0100

More info to follow shortly, but for now...

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Therapets at SAMS! (01/10/2026, 12:30)

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:16:38 +0100

Therapets are returning to SAMS!

Archie and his brother Basil, the two adorable pooches (plus Lyndsay, their lovely human) will be joining us again for scootches and cuddles - of the dogs that is!

Feel free to ask any questions of Lyndsay.

Come say hi, give a treat, hang out, relax, and generally have a totally lovely and relaxed time with these guys.

Meet your local Moray Team (session one) (14/09/2026, 12:30)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:54:25 +0100

Come and meet your local Moray team, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Callum is your elected Student President for Moray, and Amber is your HISA staff member!

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Lost at Sea: Raft Survival (03/09/2026, 14:00)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:45:52 +0100

Test your survival skills without getting wet!

Join us for a survival adventure, testing your wits and common sense against the North Atlantic Ocean, all from the comfort of Cafe Camus (complete with its hot water urn).

Meet your local North, West and Hebrides team (29/09/2026, 12:00)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:25:18 +0100

Come and meet your local North, West, and Hebrides (NWH) team, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Cole is your elected Student Depute Officer for NWH North, and Alasdair is your elected Student Depute Officer for NWH Hebrides.

Scarlett and Reatha are your HISA staff members!

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Meet your local Moray Team (session two) (15/09/2026, 16:00)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:55:58 +0100

Come and meet your local Moray team, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Callum is your elected Student President for Moray, and Amber is your HISA staff member!

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Stornoway Fayre - Welcome Week 2026! (15/09/2026, 12:00)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:55:52 +0100

Get ready to kick off the new academic year!

Join HISA for this year's Welcome Week Fayre! Whether you're a brand-new student on campus or returning for another year, this is your chance to dive into college life at Stornoway.

Event Details

What: Welcome Week Fayre
When: Tuesday, 15th September 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Stornoway Campus

Don't miss out on the biggest event of the term. Come along, say hello, and let’s start the year off right!

Meet your local Inverness Team (session two) (24/09/2026, 12:00)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:45:55 +0100

Come and meet your local Inverness team, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Chloe is your elected Student President for Inverness, and Emily is your HISA staff member!

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Meet your local Inverness Team (session one) (16/09/2026, 12:00)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:43:50 +0100

Come and meet your local Inverness team, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Chloe is your elected Student President for Inverness, and Emily is your HISA staff member!

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Meet your local Argyll team (09/09/2026, 13:00)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:01:12 +0100

Come and meet your local Argyll team, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Timothy is your elected Student Depute Officer for Argyll, and Annie is your HISA staff member!

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form

Meet your Cross-Campus HISA team (23/09/2026, 13:00)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:16:08 +0100

Come and meet your cross-campus officers, as part of the HISA Online Welcome Week 2026.

Oliver and Andi are your elected student representatives for the whole of UHI! Oliver Sweeney is your Student HISA President, and Andi Garrity is your Vice President for Education.

Wherever you are based, this is your opportunity to have a chat with them, find out about their plans for the coming year, and ask any questions.

To sign up to this event, and any other of our Online Welcome Week events, just follow this link: HISA Online Welcome Week 2026 – Fill in form