Global Week

Get ready to grow, groom, and give back, because Movember is here with a lineup of exciting events at the University, from friendly competitions to our fun Shavedown kick-off.

Movember sees men across the world grow moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men's health and mental wellbeing.

Whether you’re sporting a moustache or just showing support, join your fellow students in making a difference and spark meaningful conversations.

Global Week 2025 Programme

All events are free to attend.

Some events are ticketed for capacity reasons. For non-ticketed events, just turn up!

Students celebrating Holi covered in different coloured powder paint

Sunday 16 March

Holi Colour Run - ticketed event *this event will be filmed and photographed*

12.00pm - Gun House Green

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Student smiling, she has Tanzanian flags painted on her cheeks

Monday 17 March

Global Messages of Goodwill - an art and craft event

11.00am - 3.00pm - University Library

Global Menu - a variety of international dishes

11.30am - 2.00pm - The Hub / The Terrace / Chimes Cafés

Heritage Hub - exhibition

11.00am - 2.00pm - Park Building Exhibition Space

Beyond Borders - panel discussion with students, alumni and staff - ticketed event

4.00pm - 6.00pm - Park Building Café

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The Road to Karachi - a presentation from Nadia Arab with drinks and nibbles

5.30pm - Chimes Cafe, University Learning Centre

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International Film Screening: Parasite (South Korea) - 2020 Best Picture Oscar winner

6.30pm - 9.00pm - Eldon Building

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Festival of Cultures - 2024
- Event Consent Cards Used

Tuesday 18 March

Football Fever! - 7-a-side football tournament - *this event will be filmed and photographed* - ticketed event

11.00am - 2.00pm - Langstone Sport Site

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Global Messages of Goodwill - an art and craft event

11.00am - 3.00pm - University Library

Portsmouth Central Library Mobile Tuktuk - celebrating global literature

11.00am - 3.00pm - The Plaza

Global Menu - a variety of international dishes

11.30am - 2.00pm - The Hub / The Terrace / Chimes Cafes

Beach Walk - a walk along the seafront

11.30am - 1.00pm - University Chaplaincy

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Karen Blackett, Chancellor of UoP - "How having a global mindset shaped my success" - ticketed event

12.00pm - 1.00pm - Richmond Building LT2

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International Alumni Tips for UK Career Success - ticketed event

4.00pm - 5.30pm - Careers and Employability Centre

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Global Monsters: Film Panel discussion - ticketed event

5.00pm - 6.30pm - Online event

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International Film Screening: The Lunchbox (India) - a love story centred around food and human connection

6.30pm - 8.15pm - Eldon Building

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Wednesday 19 March

How to succeed in a UK postgraduate degree as an international student - ticketed event

9.30am - 10.30am - Online

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Humanities and Social Sciences Global Day - a variety of events celebrating global culture

9.30am - 5.00pm - Park, LRC and St George's Buildings

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Summer Mobilities Showcase - discover summer mobility opportunities

9.30am - 12.00pm - Eldon Foyer, Eldon Building

Health Without Borders: A Biomedical Scientist's global tour of human disease

10.00am - 11.00am - St Michael's Building, SM2.07

Showcasing Global Engagement at BAL - exhibition

11.00am - 12.00pm - Richmond Building Atrium

Global Menu - a variety of international dishes

11.30am - 2.00pm - The Hub / The Terrace / Chimes Cafés

International Tea - a quiz and tea

1.00pm - 2.00pm - King Henry Building, Student Room 1.05

Global Bake Off

1.00pm - 2.00pm - Science and Health Faculty Office (Staff Only)

Share Your Experiences: Spirituality and Culture

3.00pm - 4.00pm - Multi-faith Room, Chaplaincy

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Portsmouth in the Republic of Guinea - showcasing Portsmouth residents' support of international education

6.00pm - 8.00pm - Eldon Building, W1.10

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Iftar - everyone is welcome to this community Iftar where food is provided

6.00pm - University Chaplaincy, St Pauls Road

Festival of Cultures event hosted by Global.

Thursday 20 March

Global Menu - a variety of international dishes

11.30am - 2.00pm - The Hub / The Terrace / Chimes Cafés

Festival of Cultures - exhibition - *this event will be filmed and photographed*

11.30am - 3.00pm - Ravelin Sports Centre

Solent Language Hub Visit - groups of local school children visiting Festival of Cultures

1.00pm - 2.00pm - Ravelin Sports Centre

Board Games and Lego at Chaplaincy

2.00pm - 4.00pm - Chaplaincy Lounge

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Chaplaincy Quiz

4.00pm - 5.00pm - Chaplaincy Lounge

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International Film Screening: Atlantique (Senegal) - "Arranged to marry a rich man, young Ada is crushed when her true love goes missing at sea during a migration attempt - until a miracle reunites them"

5.30pm - 7.30pm - Eldon Building, W1.11

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Performance Showcase - performances from across the world - *this event will be filmed and photographed*

6.00pm - 8.00pm - Ravelin Sports Centre