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Welcome Week (Freshers Week) 2026 runs from 14th - 18th of September, whether you are a new or returning student, it's a great chance to try something new and get involved with Exeter's only student radio station. Below you can find all the information about our welcome week events. We will also be posting on Instagram throughout the week and we recommend you check there for the most up to date information.
All events in Welcome Week are open to all students and do not require a society membership. Any Questions please DM us on instagram @xpressionfm or email [email protected]. We can't wait to meet you! |
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Events
Please note, unfortunately events taking place in our studio are not wheelchair accessible as there are a few small steps outside the entrance to our studio. Please message us on Instagram @xpressionfm if you have any further questions about accessibility.
Societies Fair Stall - Monday 14th
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At our societies fair stall you can meet some of our committee members and find out more about what we have to offer.
The Fair is open from 10:00 to 11:00 for quiet hour (a calm and low-sensory environment), regular hours are 11:00 - 16:00. You must register for a free ticket to attend the fair. Tickets can be purchased from the Exeter Student's Guild Fixr page.
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Studio Tours - All Week
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Come to our studio for a tour and get to know our committee.
Daily Tour Times: 11:00, 13:00, 15:00 Our Studio is located at the far end of the ground floor of Devonshire House opposite The Theatre (M&D Room). Please press the blue doorbell and someone will let you in. what3words: ///visit.exist.rare Tickets are not required for this event. |
X-Media Pub Quiz - Monday 14th
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Join us at The Stand off for the X-Media Welcome Week Pub Quiz. X-Media is a group of student media societies made up of XpressionFM, Exepose (Newspaper), XTV (Television), Razz (Magazine), and Photography Society. This is a great oppertunity to meet people from XpressionFM and other campus media societies.
Everyone is welcome and there is no pressure to drink. There will be designated sober committee members at this event. There is a walking bus from Campus to The Stand Off leaving from the bottom of Forum Hill at 18:30. If you are making your own way to The Stand Off, please arrive by 18:50 in time to find a seat and quiz team. You must register for a free Fixr ticket to be able to attend this event. Tickets are available on the PhotoSoc Fixr Page. 
The Stand Off what3words:
///rush.zebra.hers Walking Bus Departure what3words: ///cried.risen.clues * Location updates will be posted on Instagram |
Sports Team Taster - Tuesday 15th
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This is an opportunity to meet our Heads of Sport, George and Mia, and find out more about what the Sports Team has to offer including the Weekly Tuesday Night Sport Show and Live Sport commentary opportunities.
Our Studio is located at the far end of the ground floor of Devonshire House opposite The Theatre (M&D Room). Please press the blue doorbell and someone will let you in. what3words: ///visit.exist.rare Tickets are not required for this event. |
Forum Stall - Wednesday 16th
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At our Forum stall you can meet some of our committee members and find out more about what we have to offer. You will also be able to catch us broadcasting live from the stall, song requests are welcome.
Tickets are not required for this event. what3words: ///serve.league.brave
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Drama Team Taster - Wednesday 16th
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This session is an opportunity to meet our Heads of Drama, Freya and Henry, and find out more about what the Drama Team offers, from Radio plays, to the weekly Drama Show.
Our Studio is located at the far end of the ground floor of Devonshire House opposite The Theatre (M&D Room). Please press the blue doorbell and someone will let you in. what3words: ///visit.exist.rare Tickets are not required for this event. |
Music Team Taster - Thursday 17th
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This session is an opportunity to meet our Heads of Music Robin and Andrea, and find out more about what the Music Team has to offer.
Our Studio is located at the far end of the ground floor of Devonshire House opposite The Theatre (M&D Room). Please press the blue doorbell and someone will let you in. what3words: ///visit.exist.rare Tickets are not required for this event. |
Presenting Taster Session - Friday 18th
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This taster session is designed to explain more about presenting your own show. The session will also cover other producing and technical roles and opportunities available to members.
Our Studio is located at the far end of the ground floor of Devonshire House opposite The Theatre (M&D Room). Please press the blue doorbell and someone will let you in. what3words: ///visit.exist.rare Tickets are not required for this event. |
News Team Taster - Friday 18th
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This is a chance to meet our Heads of News, James and Ryan, and the rest of the XpressionFM News Team. You can find out more about the opportunities that the News team offers.
The Second half of the session (from 5pm) will be our weekly national and international news show, Newshour. You are welcome to come on the show as a panellist if you are comfortable or listen in to get a better idea of how the show works. Our Studio is located at the far end of the ground floor of Devonshire House opposite The Theatre (M&D Room). Please press the blue doorbell and someone will let you in. what3words: ///visit.exist.rare Tickets are not required for this event. |
XpressionFM Pub Crawl - Friday 18th
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Join us for a relaxed evening pub crawl visiting some of Exeter's favourite pubs. We will meet at the Ram, follow our Instagram for location updates.
Everyone is welcome and there is no pressure to drink. There will be designated sober committee members at this event. A Walking bus will be available back to campus at the conclusion of the Pub Crawl. The Ram what3words: ///certified.fuel.lanes |
On-Air Programming
Can't make it to one of our events? Why not tune in to our Welcome Week Programming.
Monday
Welcome Week Live 12:00
Tuesday
Xpression Breakfast with Matt 08:00
Welcome Week Live 11:00
Wednesday
Welcome Week Live from the Forum 12:00
The Jazz Jam Live with Exeter Guild Music 18:30
Thursday
Friday
Newshour 17:00
Saturday
Sunday
Women's National League - Premier Division - Exeter City WFC vs AFC Bournemouth Women - 14:00