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Diversity in Physics Coffee Catch Up

31/08/2026–31/08/2026

2:30 PM–3:30 PM

Castro's Kiosk, David Caro Building

Physics Students Society

Looking for an opportunity to connect with fellow physics enthusiasts over free hot beverages? Want to make new friends, doodle and complete fun challenges? Join us at the Diversity in Physics coffee catch ups every even week Monday at Castro's Kiosk! Open to all postgrads, undergrads and academics interested in physics! ☕️

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