If you’re not so much the sporty type there are also a number of societies and clubs to get involved with:
Crichton LGBT+ (NEW for 2014)
Crichton LGBT+ is a social and welfare society for students at Crichton Campus who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, or another related identity. Creating a welcoming space for people who identify as LGBT+ as well as people questioning their identity Crichton LGBT + run social events fortnightly which include Meet and Greets, a Film Club, Murder Mystery nights, and a pub crawl.
You can get in touch through their facebook here or by emailing crichtonlgbtplus@gmail.com
The Dumfries Environmetnal Sustainablity Society (NEW for 2014)
The Dumfries Environmetnal Sustainablity Society (DESS) was founded to make the university campus and community more sustainable. We raise awareness with action like giving out free seasonal and organic soup, organizing workshops and film screenings for education and weekly meetings including guest speakers.
You can download the DESS info booklet here (DESS Introduction) or to find out more and to keep up to date with upcoming events you can join the DESS facebook group.
Coders Guild (NEW for 2014)
The Coders Guild is a group dedicated to computer programming. We give you the freedom to do whatever you desire – from making games and coding websites to learning new programming languages – the possibilities are endless. Whether you rank yourself a novice, journeyman or master join our group to assist and learn from one another. The Coders Guild is ideal for people studying or have an interest in computing. It is also an ideal opportunity to socialise with others who are enthusiastic about programming! We are also looking to get teams to compete in nation and worldwide competitions such as the Microsoft Imagine Cup, Google Code Jams, Ludem Dare and more!
Crichton Anarchist Group (NEW for 2014)
A group for anyone interested in discussing, debating and learning more about leftist politics. We hope to have weekly meetings to hear talks and have discussions afterwards. We hope to network with other groups in Scotland and to participate in meaningful political action.
You can find out more about the Anarchist Group and their meet ups by joining their facebook group page here.
The Crichton International Society
We have an extensive international family here at Dumfries so this year we’re celebrating this with a new society for all students interested in sharing and celebrating their and other’s cultures. There will be events and socials to celebrate lots of interenational holidays and festivals. Everyone welcome!
Time: Regular meetings organised throughout the year
Place: Various
More info: You can contact the society at [email protected] , or find them on facebook
Phenology Garden Club
Our Dumfries Campus is lucky enough to have its own Teaching and Phenology Garden and we’re always looking for students (and staff) to get involved in planting and general garden activities. Come have some green fingered fun and learn some plant facts along the way. Currently meeting Wednesday afternoons.
You can find out more about the Garden on the website here or contact the Garden Club through their facebook page here
The Crichton Ink Monsters (Writing Club)
Want to show off your creative skills? Feel you’re up for a weekly or even biweekly writing challenge and enjoy the idea of a writers’ review and discussion group?
You find more details on the facebook group here.
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We have had a wide range of clubs and societies in the past here are just a few to give you some ideas:
The Film Society – sharing a love of movies, meeting up for film events, cinema screenings and even hosting there own film nights.
The Crichton Education Society – running education workshops, discussion groups and social events