Oriental Society - Proud to be part of Staffs, pt 2

Thank you to: Oriental Society

Student led group | Cultural & International

We've received so many submissions for our Oriental Society that we've needed to post a second article!

Some more proud students told us...

"So lovely, warm, and welcoming. Always very thoughtfully planned events and it feels safe enough for people of different ages and backgrounds to come together and have fun."

"Being an international and away from home i felt very alone and afraid coming to a new country with dofferent environment. The oriental society really helped in making me feel at home despite being so far from it. The events that were held are always filled with joys and good memories and i will never forget the people i got to meet because of this society. This society has helped me make connections with so many people from different background and University life wouldn't be the same had i not join this society."

"Karaoke Night was a collaboration between Oriental society and also the DEGS society. This event was such a great night overall. We had so many different cultural mixed together singing songs despite our different backgrounds. Everyone was cheering for each other and no one felt left out. The friends i made in the society even pushed me out my comfort zone to try and sing 2 songs which was really the highlight of the event for me personally. Not because i went up to sing but because we all sang together as a group which was a really wholesome experience."

"They have created such a lovely sense of belonging!! the team is always so welcoming even though I haven’t had the proper time to regularly attend meetings, all the ones that I’ve attended have been amazing despite not having a membership. The fact that they [host Give It A Go sessions] and don’t ask for a membership in the first place is a testament to their welcoming attitude overall my meet-ups with the society have really helped me get through my final year whenever I needed a break"

"They listen to their members and work hard to make the society events memorable and part of the university"

"The Oriental Society has truly been everywhere on campus this year, with the highest level of engagement I’ve seen from any society so far. They have organized a wide variety of events, consistently collaborating with different student groups to bring exciting and diverse experiences to campus. The committee has been incredibly welcoming and engaging, always making an effort to connect with students and foster a sense of community. What's even more impressive is their collaboration with local businesses, showcasing their vibrant culture in these spaces and supporting the community. Personally, I've seen new friendships form through their events, and I’ve even experienced a few myself. It’s so refreshing to see a society so dedicated to creating opportunities for students to come together and celebrate different cultures."

"The committee members of the have been nothing short of outstanding this year. Their hard work and dedication are evident in everything they do, from organizing events to engaging with students. They’ve created a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported, making sure that all voices are heard and respected. Whether it’s offering help to newcomers or actively ensuring that everyone feels part of the community, the committee members have shown a genuine commitment to fostering a positive and friendly atmosphere. Their efforts have played a huge role in the society’s success."

"Helped me meet new people, expand my knowledge on a culture and demographic and overall entertaining society."

"I am proud to be in this group because I feel included and everyone there is friendly and welcoming"

"It is an inclusive society that makes students from diverse backgrounds feel welcome at Staffordshire university"

"This new society that got together this year brings so much inclusivity and diversity within staffs. It brings all students who are part of the East Asian community (and not East Asian) together, to connect and to make new friends a long their university journey. The group plays a lot of games and activities that involve everyone together, making sure no one is left out. They also have collaborated with Keele Filipino Society within their first year, and plan to connect more with other Unis (MMU) and more keele societies."

"This group has helped represent East Asian culture within Staffs and has helped teach many students who didn't know too much about the culture a lot of important things. They've helped bridge international students together to welcome everyone and host many events with up to 40 students while having a great and wonderful time. There social media on Instagram is the best I've seen from any Society and the fact that they've partnered with societies from Keele shows how important Oriental Society is within the local area."

"Joining this society has incredibly made my university experience worthwhile as the committee members I get to plan events with and run, make an amazing and cohesive team. We always aim to stick to our role but also help each other out whenever. The people I get to meet at the events that I would not have gotten the chance to meet if I did not join the society is a big bonus too. One of my personal accomplishments on this society is the collaborations we were able to do. Myself and the committee members enjoy organising and having collaborations a lot (from Keele Filsoc society, Spode, DEGS society). This opportunity has enabled the growth of our society even more and some more will happen in future!"

Thank you Oriental Society for making a positive difference for students here at Staffs.

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