Events

Speed Friending: Session 1

21/07/2026–21/07/2026

1:00 PM–2:00 PM

Ida Bar

University of Melbourne Student Union

Free
Ida Bar
O Week
Registrations Required

A fun, hosted social session designed to help students meet new people and make genuine connections. Rotate through timed conversation rounds in a relaxed bar setting — guided by energetic hosts and designed to feel more like a good time out than an icebreaker.

RSVPs required. Registration link coming soon.

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