However, there was no need to worry because St Mary's began to feel like home almost immediately. As a visiting student from the United States, I cannot imagine a better place to study theology. The University Students' Association is noted for its full entertainment programme - there is always plenty to do in the evening. Whether your personal preference is for musical and dramatical events, political clubs and pressure groups, debating, karate, or mountaineering, there will be something for you. Religious Societies are also very active.
Many Christian denominations have their own societies.
There are Jewish and Islamic societies, and the National Hindu Students Forum also meets.