Community at Christmas
Join the Unibuddy community
Unibuddy Community is an online platform that helps you connect with other students at the University of Warwick in a safe, verified space. It's open to all current students from all levels of study. It's ideal for meeting people from your course, home country or who share your interests - and for keeping in touch over Christmas!
Read some Christmas-themed blogs from students below:
My Christmas traditions as a Chinese student living in the UK
As an international student living in the UK, Christmas has gradually become a season where my own Chinese habits blend with the festive warmth around me. I didn’t grow up celebrating Christmas, but the twinkling lights, early sunsets, quiet streets, and the gentle slowdown before the winter break have shaped a few small traditions that now feel special to me...
My Christmas traditions as an international student living in the UK
Starting uni is a big change, and even more so as an international student. The end of first term always feels hectic with final deadlines, society events, and everyone getting ready to head home. As an international student, that period can feel a bit strange, especially if you’re not going home for the break. Throughout my time at uni, I’ve found small ways to enjoy this busy season through Christmas traditions and activities with my friends.
Warwick Christmas Fayre 2025
The Warwick Christmas Fayre always seems to arrive at the exact moment everyone on campus needs a break. In the winter cold, the Piazza transformed into a glowing Christmas market that felt like it had been lifted straight out of a festive film. The air was filled with the smell of hot pastries and warm drinks, and the lights wrapped around the trees made the whole area feel warm and cosy.
Student Funding Support for Christmas
Read advice from current students about how you can enjoy Christmas on a budget:
Delicious Christmas recipes
Looking for budget-friendly Christmas recipes you can make for yourself, with friends, or with family? Our Student Money Assistants have compiled all the best Christmas recipes in the Student Cookbook so you can enjoy tasty, nutritious and simple meals this holiday season. From top tips for making a Christmas dinner, to chocolate truffles that double as a meaningful gift, there are great recipes for everyone!
Shopping for presents on a budget?
Our Student Money Assistant has ideas for gifts that won't break the bank but still make meaningful presents. From using student discounts to your advantage, to top-tips about where to shop and when, this Money Matters blog will give you useful advice on how to save money on presents this Christmas.
Volunteering in the community
Do you have some spare time on your hands this festive season? Browse Warwick Volunteer's Christmas Volunteering webpage to find local volunteering opportunities this Christmas and give the gift of time to those who need it most!