Frequently Asked Questions

The InterDine app helps university students connect on campus during coffee breaks or mealtimes. Whether you want to meet someone 1:1 or in a small group, you can join or create meetups to make new connections at university.

You can browse available meetups in the ‘explore’ tab on the app. To create a meetup, choose a time, location, number of individuals, and a short description of the meetup.

If you’ve created a meetup, you can cancel or edit it anytime. Just select the meetup, then choose ‘Edit’ or ‘Cancel’. If you’ve joined someone else’s meetup and can no longer attend, please leave the meetup so the host knows you won’t be there. It's quick and helps keep things respectful.

Yes. When you create a meetup, you can make it open to anyone or limit it to a group. You can also filter already created meetups and join the ones you’d prefer (e.g., people with similar interests).

Not at all. You can use the app to meet new people or reconnect with others you've previously met.

When you first sign up, you will be encouraged to complete your profile. This is a page which allows other users to find out a bit about you. You can add your name, a photo, a fun fact about yourself and your hobbies. There is additional space where you can add any other information you’d like to. Achievements you earn will also be displayed on your profile.

Achievements are a fun way to help you with using the InterDine app. When you complete an achievement (e.g., create your first meetup) you will be awarded a virtual trophy which will be displayed on your profile.

Yes, currently the app is limited to students at Warwick to help foster real connections. You’ll need your Warwick university student email to sign up.

You can create casual coffee chats, lunch meetups, or themed meetups. Be creative - it’s all about connecting with each other.

Please refer to the participant information leaflet for information about data usage.

Definitely! We love feedback. You can send suggestions through the app’s feedback box or email us at resource.InterDine@warwick.ac.uk. We’re always looking for ways we can improve.

Absolutely. The app is designed for all students, including students who might find it hard to meet people in big social settings. You can start small by joining a 1:1 meetup, choosing quieter locations, or just browsing first to get a feel for how it works. You are in control the whole time, and there is no pressure to do more than you are comfortable with.

Your safety matters. If you ever feel uncomfortable during a meetup or encounter inappropriate behaviour, you can report it through the app or email us directly. We take all reports seriously and will follow up accordingly. Please refer to the Code of Conduct for further information.

That’s okay. It happens sometimes, especially when you're just starting out. You can try changing the time, location, or description to make it more appealing. You might also get more responses by inviting people from your course or joining someone else’s meetup first to build connections. Think of it like planting seeds. Some will grow into meaningful friendships with time.

If you feel upset and would like to talk to someone, there are resources available to help. You can contact the Samaritans (116 123), who offer a free private and confidential counselling service. Calls are free from a mobile and won’t appear on your home phone bill. If you prefer, you can also email them at jo@samaritans.org.

Alternatively, you can contact the University of Warwick wellbeing support services on 024 7657 5570 Monday to Friday 8.30am-5pm (Friday until 4pm). They also have a number of self-help resources on various topics, at https://warwick.ac.uk/services/wss/topics/.