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THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER STUDENTS’ UNION MAGAZINE
Issue 6 | Sep 2010FREE as always!
NUS:WE WILL MARCH
WELCOME FRESHERSTHE EXEC-FACTOR
VOLUNTEERINGCOURSE REPS
SPORTS REVIEWINTER-CAMPUS BUS TIMETABLE
CREATIVE WORKS
CONTENTS4 What is the Student Union?5 Meet the Executive Committee6 Welcome8 Union News9 In 2009/201011 Become a Course Rep12 Volunteering Opportunities13 Afro Caribbean Society14 Ents Guide16 Sports Federation Review18 Fund Our Future: National Demo20 Play it Safe21 Health and Safety Caption Competition22 Write for Exploded!23 We Want Your Blood Or Do We?
24 Cheesy Bites25 Legging It26 Inter-Campus Bus Timetable27 Poetry28 The Beaten Track30 Photography33 Review: Weald and Downlands35 Cartoon: Drink Like A Fish
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The University of Chichester Students’ Union is an organisation run by elected students for the students and we work for only one purpose, that’s you! The truth is, without you we wouldn’t exist, nor would the University itself. Your Students’ Union provides you with support, training and development, clubs and societies and commercial services. As we are there to support and represent your rights as students, we rely on you, as the students, to let us know how we can best satisfy your needs. As a student at the university you are automatically a member of the students’ union* and we are here to represent you.
Within our Students’ Union we have an Executive Committee lead by by full time elected officers The President and Vice-President, who also represent you guys on a national level, as well as within your everyday life on campus. We also aim to encourage others to join our different societies or take on the setup of their own if their interests are not catered for.
The President’s main responsibility is Academic Affairs. The President sits on the top academic meetings with senior staff and lecturers who are responsible for monitoring the quality of your course and assist in making changes that benefit students.The President oversees the course rep system (See Page 11 for more on course reps) and
represents students in academic appeals. They work closely with local
council’s and charitable organisations to ensure students get the most from their community, and sit on the University Board of Governors that makes the big strategic and financial decisions.
If you have any other questions or issues then feel free to email, ring up or pop into our offices on both campuses, either above Zee Bar in Chichester or next to the Mack in Bognor.
* You can opt-out of membership. for more information contact [email protected]
SO WHAT IS THE STUDENTS’ UNION?
Meet the E
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Brendan McCarthy
UCSU President
Casper Beade
UCSU Vice-President
Tom Porter
Sports Federation President
Chris Mowatt
Inter-Campus Liaison
Officer
Angela Gooderson
Community Action Officer (RAG)
Lizzy Priest
Communications Officer
Kat Link
Campaigns Officer
Mitchell Smith
Equal Opportunities Officer
Alice Fairhall
Students With Disabilities Officer
Elizabeth Tomopoulos
International Students Officer
Johnathan Kaye
Mature Students Officer
Alice Wyatt
Post-Graduate Students Officer
Hi I’m Brendan and I am your Union President for this coming academic year. If you are new to the university you may well be feeling worried about the next couple of years. Don’t panic. We have all felt like this and you will soon settle in. Some of the best friends I made studying here were people sat nervously by themselves so if you see someone sat alone why not strike up a conversation with them. Who knows where it may lead….
Remember you’re not alone and there are plenty of places and faces to turn to if you need support or just someone to talk to. So don’t hesitate to speak to me about anything (even if it is how much you miss your beloved tortoise!). Our office is located above Zee Bar in Chichester (Monday to Friday) and the Mack in Bognor Regis (Tuesday and Thursday) but you can always find me somewhere around campus or at the bar and I’m always happy to have a chat. See you soon
Brendan McCarthy
BRENDAN MCCARTHYPRESIDENT
WELCOME
Hello to one and all and welcome to your new lease of life and independence at the University of Chichester!! My name’s Casper and I’ll be your Student Union Vice President for 2010/11. Being a student for three years myself on a joint dance and performing arts degree as well as the former President last year I have been on top, down below and around the emotional rollercoaster ride that is student life. But do not stress too much, it’s all about bal-ance, between uni work and lots of fun and laughs. Not only is this the beginning of higher education for you guys and dolls, but it is also the chance for a new beginning,
whether you are wanting to redefine yourself
as an individual or just wanting a
fresh new start, from
CASPER BEADEVICE-PRESIDENT
WELCOMEmeeting new people to building on your social life in a friendly and safe environment. So to help you in doing this, you have the constant support of our Students’ Union team. My role ranges from providing and overseeing volunteering opportunities to engaging you lovely people in sports clubs and societies which can look wonderful on your CV’s, but my main job is your safety and student welfare, so if you have an issue and want someone to rant at or need representation then I’m your man!!! Just remember to have fun, but be safe at the same time. You may feel a bit homesick or unsettled at the start, but it does pass, and anyway if we can make it easier or keep you entertained to get through it then by God we shall do it!! We look forward to seeing you all soon, whether it be around the campus or in the offices for a chat and a coffee.....
Casper
Learning & Teaching Conference
On Tuesday 25th May the Students’ Union presented the results of the assessment & feedback campaign to the learning and teaching conference. Those in attendance included subject staff, Aaron Porter (NUS President), Brendan McCarthy (SU President) and current student Alan Haycock.As a result of the conference we have now been asked to submit a report to Academic Standards Committee which takes into account the data from the assessment & feedback survey students completed in January. Watch this space for more info coming soon…
Course Rep System
We have been working with the university over the summer to improve the course rep system. We will be submitting a joint proposal for a new university committee that will receive minutes from programme board meetings and pick out common issues from the various subject areas. It will also look to pick out issues that aren’t always easy for subject staff to address such as welfare, room or bus concerns with relevant staff members from these areas also being involved in the committee.
Welcome Reps
We have successfully appointed 20 Welcome Representatives for this September.If you live in halls, your Welcome Representatives will be on hand to make sure you settle in just fine. From your very first day your knowledgeable reps will help you get out and about meeting
new people and participating in a wide
range of activities.They will also raise the common concerns you may be having at meetings with the union and university to help solve any issues in the first few weeks. Your rep will visit twice a week to tell you all about the exciting events and campaigns that the union is running as well as being available for you to talk to about anything from your course to that favourite video game.
By-Elections
The union will be holding by elections at the end of October for new part time officer positions. These include faculty reps who will have a strong academic focus and will sit on Academic Board the most senior board for subject areas. We will also be looking for campus reps for both BOC & BRC to assist the inter campus liaisons officer. Keep an eye for posters and the union website for more information.
Greening Campaign
UCSU & the university have signed up to become the first recognised university as partof the greening campaign. The Greening Campaign was set up in response to the threat of global warming. It is an innovative idea to help motivate people to reduce their energy consumption and therefore lower their personal and community carbon footprint.
Students in halls will be encouraged to take a branded information card, which gives them a list of ways to save energy in the home and at work. They then undertake to put into action a set number of these ideas and display the card in a front window. Checkout the stall at fresher’s fair for more information.
Union News
Part Time Students, Your Union Need YOU!
The Students’ Union is run by a group of elected students called the Executive, there is currently a vacancy on the Executive Team for the role of Part Time students Officer. This is an exciting opportunity for new or returning Part Time students to get involved with the running of the Students’ Union. In this role you would represent the interests of all part time students on the Union’s Executive. It’s a great opportunity to make a real difference in the University and the role is designed to fit in alongside your studies. The Students Union will be holding an election for this position in the first few weeks of term and nominations will open in October, so if you are interested pick up a nomination form from the Students’ Union.
In 2009/2010
Last year was a fantastic year for UCSU. Here’s how the issues that students raised enabled us to make changes through working with or campaigning against the university:
• Inter Campus Bus Service: We halved the bus fare, and gained extra lunchtime services as well as the re-instatement of the night service.
• Secured funding and set up a new Welcome Representative system to help new arrivals settle into halls of residence during their first few weeks
• Won the right for resident students to eat their meals on opposite campuses for academic purposes.
• Improved campus security for 2010/11 by campaigning for later warden hours and better lighting at BOC.
• Assisted the University in making changes to academic regulations.
• Trained more course reps than ever before
IMPROVEYOUR CVBecome a Course Rep!
The start of University is full of exciting opportunities for both new and returning students and a particularly important one is the chance to become a Course Representative.
What is a Course Rep? Well, its exactly what it says on the tin; they are students elected by the students to represent all the other students on their Course to the University. The role of a Course Rep is a vital one at Chichester as it allows the students to have an input into how their courses are run, and an opportunity to solve any issues that may arise.
University education is much more of a partnership between students and lecturers than you may be used to at School or College, and the University of Chichester takes the views of its students very seriously; Acting Vice Chancellor Clive Behagg reflected this very well when he recently said regarding student feedback “the student is never wrong”.
Why become a Course Rep? Well it will allow you to make sure your voice and that of your fellow students is always
heard by the University. It will
give you something extra to put on your CV and in today’s highly competitive employment market its extra things like this that really help you stand out to potential employers. A final reason is that being a Rep is really enjoyable! UCSU President Brendan McCarthy said “I was a Media Studies Course Rep for three years, it was a fantastic experience, I met loads of cool people and got to make a real difference to my course”
If being a Rep appeals to you but you’re not sure you’ve got what it takes, don’t worry! The Students’ Union will provide full training and support you throughout the year. All you need to be a successful Rep is a willingness to give it a go.
Over the next few weeks lecturers will be holding elections on each and every course for the Course Reps so why not put yourself forward?
If you get elected as a Course Rep or are already one please contact the Representation and Democracy Co-ordinator Tom Wood ([email protected]) to arrange your training.
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Welcome to all new and continuing students! Last week I was asked what single thing would help students whilst at university in order to gain skills that would help them find work once they graduate.
I remembered a talk given by a national em-ployer. They have a question on their applica-tion form which asks “What have you done to increase your skills and learning outside of your course?” The employer said that this question was often answered quite badly, but the best examples came from those who used their vol-unteering experience.
So think about spending some time each year doing something that will help you gain experi-ence, develop your confidence, and give you something to put on your CV – you never know, it might even be fun!
What do students get involved in?• Short concerts at the local hospice and resi-dential homes for older people• Carols at Christmas in various venues• Running sports sessions for local primary schools at the Mini-Olympics
• Organise apple-themed activities for
children from a special school• Help archive home movies and films for a so-cial history project• Run reminiscence sessions on the Outbreak of the Second World War• Teach computer skills to older people• Help children with weight issues to have a healthier lifestyle• Take socially isolated people out on day trips on a solar boat• Run summer play activities• Paint a mural at the local hospice• Write articles on community events for the local free newspaper
These are just some ideas.Get in touch with Volunteers@Chi for more in-formation([email protected] or 01243 816076)
GET ACTIVE ... GET INVOLVED ... BE IN-SPIRED!
- Joan Whibley
VOLUNTEEROPPORTUNITIES!GIVE SOMETHING BACK!
What’s occurring freshers and returning students? Welcome to Chi uni, in this article we’ll be introducing you to the ACS committee 2010. In case you didn’t already know, ACS stands for Afro-Caribbean Society, even so we encourage all ethnicities to join and jam in a diverse and multi-cultural environment. The ACS is a well established society among many of the universities along the south coast; so we are able to branch out to some of the larger cities such as Portsmouth, Southampton, Brighton, Bournemouth, and many more, to PARTY HARD!! (as Donaeo once put it).Unlike most societies, it’s not all about raving- as we all know that times are hard when your student loan hasn’t yet dropped. The ACS come together for movie nights, cook-outs and even low-budget drink ups (Tesco value isn’t the worst of things...). On the other hand, we’re not all about chillin’; our aim is to keep people open-minded through debate- think less Jerry Springer, more Oprah Winfrey- and insight into other peoples’ cultures, religions, and general upbringings. For example, for our first movie night we plan to show Chris Rock’s controversial film, ‘Good Hair’ urging us to question what defines it- be it long, sleek European hair, or curly, voluminous Afro-hair.
The Freshers’ Fair on the 22nd September, provides great opportunities to mingle with other students and join other committees, which we strongly recommend getting involved in- so make sure to keep an eye out for our stall- we’ll be the ones blasting music and providing food (wink wink). Those of you who do join the ACS committee will shortly be informed on the first
official meeting held, and when we get hold of your details you will be sent a calendar of all the up and coming ACS events. One of our most successful events was held in Southampton, 2009 where our Vice President got through to the top 5 in the Miss ACS Beauty Pageant; this may also be taking place in June 2011 so be sure to get your beauty sleep folks!
Members- President: Celica Douglas, Vice: Savaughan Fairman-Campbell, Secretary: Emma Rayfield & Dina Amuah, Treasurer: Poppy Murray, Chief Magazine Editor: Jean Jules, Deputy Magazine editor: Sina Kaffel
Events – 5th November ‘multiplicity’ (Talent show which takes place in the showroom)-18th February ‘bachelor and bachelorette auction’ (in association with the UCSU) - 27th March ACS Amsterdam weekender (Deposits due in October) How to contact us- Get in touch via Facebook (search chi uni acs) or email us at [email protected]
Next month’s issue:Fact Files- Members and their origins, starting with ACS President Celica Douglas.By Jean Jules and Sina Kaffel
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Sports Federation Review of the Year
2009/10 has been a hugely successful year with new Clubs Lacrosse, UCSA (Surfing) & UCPA (Paddling) adding to the strong base of activities & Clubs within the Sports Federation. The numerous Clubs & Teams continue to provide countless volunteering opportunities ranging from Club Official roles & coaching to specific Work Placements.
The Sports Team Therapist Scheme again provided over 30 level 2 & 3 students fromSports Therapy degree programme working with over 15 teams providing first aid &gaining invaluable experience.
The Sports Federation Executive Committee set in place a number of initiatives throughout the year and organised a number of fundraising activities. Overall a £1000 was raised for the UCSU nominated charity Dreams Come True.
This year saw a record 25 teams enter BUCS (British University College Sport) with 5 winning their respective leagues and gaining promotion.
Well done to Women’s Tennis, Men’s
Basketball, Men’s Football 2nds & 5th’s and finally Women’s Football who gained promotion, joining Women’s Rugby in the Elite Premiership South, a remarkable achievement. Overall UoC finished 66th out of 150 Institutions.
In their debut season the Men’s Basketball team “University of Chichester Thunder”in partnership with British Basketball Club Worthing Thunder, narrowly missed out onpromotion by a single win in National Division 4 South West after 13 league wins out of 16.
The Gifted & Talented Sports Scholarship Programme was created this year and saw 10 outstanding athletes supported in their respective Sports. Of these athletes Will Golder competed for GB in the Bobsleigh
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over the winter and 4 students competed for the prestigious England Universities Squads of Basketball (Bud Johnston), Hockey (Siobhan Aherne & Heather Batten) in the Home Nations Competition in April. Mel Curson competed for the England University Netball Squad, and was subsequently appointed vice captain of the British Universities Netball Squad. Sarah Kempson who plays for Chelsea FC was selected and made her debut for the England under 23 Football Team in February.
Snow Sports organised a winter trip to France that saw over 50 students attend. Elsewhere 19 out of 20 competitors from the Tough Guy Club completed the extreme endurance assault course in February, finishing 15th out of 52 teams!
The Ultimate Frisbee Club once again held the South East National Qualifiers here at BOC that saw 24 teams in action. The Women’s Team
finished 2nd overall in the National Indoors Competition to their immense credit.
The annual Sports Tour saw 90 plus students head to Salou in Easter, and were awarded the Best University on Tour!
April saw the annual Sports Awards held at Fontwell Racecourse, presented by former Arsenal & England Footballer Lee Dixon. Over 200 students and guests were in attendance for an array of awards and presentations. In May the annual Alumni Sports Day took place at the BOC with over 100 returning graduated students competing against the current student teams in 8 fixtures; the day finished as a 4-4 draw. The evening saw current and graduated students regaling former and current successes and memories of their sporting days whilst they were here at Chichester.
National DemoWednesday 10th November 2010
This year is crucial to the future of higher education; not just on how to fund higher education, but also how to protect the sector from severe cuts in the comprehensive spending review. The student movement will have to use all the opportunities available, to influence the Coalition Government’s agenda. However it is clear that the mass mobilisation of people will show the strength of feeling on these issues to the Government. NUS is working with UCU and students’ unions nationally to build an unprecedented coalition to fight against the cuts that have been imposed upon us and our communities, as well as to resist the prospect of higher fees and increasing privatisation in education. Jobs, student places, funding for teaching and access to education are at risk from the Coalition
Government and the national demo will be part of our commiment to protect ourselves, our values and our communities.
The national demo will involve a march through central London, traversing through the Westminster village with demonstrators assembling at a key rally point where there will be a range of high profile political speakers to engage participants. With placards, banners and chants we will be using the opportunity to educate the public about the issues as well as demonstrating to policy makers that students and lecturers are united in their demands. The event will be high energy and fun – and we believe that engaging in mass political action such as this really is a ‘right of passage’ for every student. We know that the students before us campaigned and fought hard for our rights and this is our key opportunity to fight hard for the future of further and higher education.
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The reason the message is focused on the cuts is because the Coalition Government has already announced more than £1.5bn of cuts to our membership, further and higher education. Currently all indications are that the Comprehensive Spending Review will require an average saving of 25% across Whitehall. The impacts of these cuts will be felt right across the sector – and we want to ensure that we have fought our corner hard on this issue. The debate on whether to hold the demo on a Wednesday or a Saturday has been ongoing. The most effective day in order to maximise the impact we can have on policy makers, politicians and to get good press coverage for the demo is weekday – with a Wednesday being the most effective. Due to Prime Ministers Questions being held Wednesday is often the busiest day in the House of Commons. On Saturday there is no presence in Westminster and Whitehall and our ability to be seen by those that make
the decisions is vastly diminished. Whilst we have heard a range of arguments about sports teams not being able to participate in a demonstration on a Wednesday we have also heard as many arguments that a weekend demonstration isolates those that work in part-time jobs at the weekend and also clashes with other sporting commitments. It would seem that no single day of the week was ‘ideal’ and as such there was a decision to be made about what option to go with. We have arranged with the university to allow students who take part in the demo to legitimately take the day off so keep an eye out for a joint letter from the union and university.
UCSU will be launching the campaign at fresher’s fair and students interested in taking part should sign up here or email [email protected]. We hope to bus as many people to London as possible.
Some basic safety advice for Freshers:
It can be a dangerous thing to be a student; students are, on average, more likely to be victims of burglary or personal theft than any other group in society and are some of the most common victims (and sometimes perpetrators) of other crimes. Freshers in particular are at a heightened risk. Being new to the area, particularly for the first few care-free weeks, new students may find themselves at an increased risk.
Some things to bear in mind when you’re out and about:
- don’t walk alone at night: have a friend with you, especially if you are walking in an unfamiliar neighbourhood, or have been drinking. Drunk students with a new loan burning a hole in their pocket could look awfully tempting.
- learn the fastest routes to anywhere you want to go - and the best lit. Some neighbourhoods in Chichester turn out the streetlights late at night, so if possible carry a torch.
- it’s easy to be welcoming to every student you meet, but be aware not everyone you meet is a student, and that inviting everyone into your home for parties may not be the best idea. If you can, lock your stuff in your room when having that all-important first party of the year.
- perhaps a futile request to the more party hard, but drink responsibly! Personal safety unsurprisingly takes a huge dip around alcohol.
A Message from your Health and Safety Team:
The reporting of ‘near misses’ is vital to help reduce accidents in the University. Please report all ‘near misses’ to the Health and Safety Department (Anne Canning and Kevin Hickman). Together we can help prevent accidents and improve the health and safety culture of the University.
A ‘near miss’ is an incident that could have resulted in an accident, e.g. tripping over a loose paving stone. Knowledge of ‘near misses’ is very important as research has shown that for every 10 ‘near misses’ at a particular location, a minor accident will occur.
A “near miss” incident can be reported by either completing a “near miss” incident form which can be found on the health and safety page of Portia, or by e-mailing us with the details ([email protected]), or by simply giving us a call on x480 or x488
In the meantime, you might like to have a go at our Health and Safety Caption competition.
With kind regards
The Health and Safety team: Anne and Kevin
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Exploded Magazine is always and forever looking for articles! The magazine is written by students for students, and for that we need your help. We need writers interested in all aspects of University life to contribute articles for the student union magazine. Whether you’re interested in becoming a regular correspondent or have an interest you’d like to share in a one-off article, this year can be the one to see your name in print. Don’t forget, all published work will be good for your CV/portfolio.
Exploded Magazine focuses on the whole range of student life. We’re looking for editors and submissions in a variety of areas:
- creative submissions (such as short stories and poetry, photography or artwork)- university events (writing reviews or taking photos)- nightlife coverage (hey, it’s a valid excuse to go to these things productively! Bet you never thought you could justify that to your parents!)- media, music, art and performance (film footage of shows and events for online updates, as well as write-ups of everything the students put on!)- community (anything else that happens in the area you think everyone should know about. Make it happen!)- sports (keeping everyone up to date with how we’re competing)- political (whether it be within the campus, or the wider world and its effect on us)- academic articles (whatever your subject area, share the latest news!)- reviews (great movies, the latest reads, new music)- design editor (a person who enjoys design
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An Opinion Piece by Jane Philpott
The call for donating blood in the UK is an ever-present and extremely important one. More than ever the NHS is in need of regular donations from the British public to fill demand. However, not all members of the public appear to be wanted.
An extremely controversial debate is being raised as we speak over the ban of certain members of the public from ever giving blood. The most vocal of these objections centre around the lifetime ban on men who have ever engaged in sex with another man. The LGBTory group have recently launched a campaign to highlight this issue and have been joined by various other groups associated with other political parties and private organisations.
One of the most vocal Gay Rights campaigners, Peter Tatchell, argues that this ban is based on nothing more than “homophobic myths that stereotype and demonize gay men.” The NHS, on the other hand, argues they are only acting out of a sense of public safety. They state that a complete removal of the current ban would increase the risk of blood related infections being passed from transfusion by 60%. The Terrence Higgins Trust (the HIV and sexual health charity) also agree that the ban should only be lifted in the face of an expert review of the safety to the public.
So why all the fuss? Well, current evidence shows that the ratio of homosexual men in the UK living with HIV compared to heterosexual men is 2.5:1, thus making the chance of donated blood containing the virus statistically higher if homosexuals were able to donate blood. Though all blood is
screened, some blood related infections (like HIV, Hepatitis B & C, Syphilis etc) can take a while to be detected, so if only recently contracted, they will not show up in screening. Taking this into account we can see the root of the NHS’s caution. However it is interesting that the NHS still allows gay men to donate organs.
Campaigners also argue that, taking statistics aside, the numbers of all people contractingSTDs in the UK is on the rise. Only recently has the Brighton and Hove district council announced an outbreak of Syphilis within the area. This alone brings to mind that sexuallytransmitted diseases are not discriminatory and therefore questions the NHS policy. If a homosexual man who has recently been tested for HIV is prevented from giving bloodwhere a heterosexual who has never been tested can, is this safer? Certainly other countries have taken this point into account. Spain, New Zealand, Japan, Australia and Italy all allow homosexual and bi-sexual men to donate blood with some restrictions.
The NHS is currently conducting a study to review the risk of these transferable diseaseswithin the homosexual community as well as gauging the public’s response to this complex issue. Their results will be announced in 2011 when the whole situation will be again under debate.
Until then the message is clear: to those who can give blood, continue to do so. A simple but important act, this easy process saves many lives every day. To those who are sexually active, regardless of your orientation, take advantage of the growing awareness surrounding STDs and keep going for regular testing. Stay safe, give blood!
We Want Your Blood....Or Do We?
Welcome back. Hope you all had a good summer break. As I head into my fifth Freshers week at Chi (Yes that’s right Freshers week numero 5! and the last may I add) I took time to reflect on my freshers experience. Believe it or not back in September 2006 when Robbie Williams released rudebox and take that were still a distant memory I unpacked my stuff into Barbara Smith Halls on Bognor Campus (Block 4, room 12 if you’re wondering) excited and raring to go. Upon entering my room I began looking for the toaster and fridge as a mate at portsmouth uni had everything in her one bed all inclusive halls. It has to be the same I said to myself. Well there wasn’t a kitchen in mine but I soon discovered that a shared kitchen and being the only male on my floor had benefits and downsides too. The block 4 barmy army headed into town on the first night in the wrong direction. If you turn left out of campus you get a picturesque village called Felpham but theres little in the way of nightlife. Eventually giving up and pretty convinced we were not going the right way we headed back to the now much busier mack bar. With Bob Sinclar blaring out the speakers and the blood red walls flaking away I knew I had found my hang out for the next well.. 5 years. My freshers year was phenomenal. An 8 mile 3 hour midnight Monday walk back from Zee Bar to Bognor with my mate dressed as a psycho and me as Prince Charles (It was a wear something beginning with ‘P’ party) caused alarm bells with 2 police cars stopping by to check we weren’t going to rob any petrol stations. Disco Donna (with the backpack) and dancing Dave the backstreet boy tore up the dancefloor in Sheiks and Mud Club had a decent
rock night on a Wednesday. The best thing about halls was playing manhunt on campus. The foliage made it easy to hide though it was much better in May than December as it was way too cold. So if you are a fresher make the most of it... Have a good time.. but stay safe. Till next time..
News In BriefsBig Brother finally ended thank god! The country elected a bunch of tories who then formed a coalition with another bunch of tories who then started making cuts nearly everywhere other than this writers barnet and Wayne Rooney and Peter Crouch both played away from their respective missus.
Cheese NewsThe world’s dearest cheese sandwich has been unveiled at £112. The sandwich uses ordinary cheddar blended with white truffles and topped with a goldenleaf. I’d rather stick to a babybell thanks.
And Finally....An 81-year-old man had to be rescued by lifeboat after he drifted out to sea on a dinghy while trying to recover a wheelie bin. The pensioner, who lives on the foreshore at Red Wharf Bay in Anglesey, North Wales, had spotted his neighbour’s wheelie bin being swept out to sea as winds and high tides hit the coastline. He jumped in a rubber dinghy and rowed out to sea, securing the bin to the boat with a rope line. He was picked up suffering from mild hypothermia and treated by an ambulance called to the shore. He was not wearing a life jacket or waterproof clothing.
It’s 2 hours till your first lecture and your alarm goes off. You fumble around the bedside table until the screaming stops. Then you roll over, pull the sheets over your head and try to go back to sleep. For all of 10 seconds. Then you remember that you are not living on campus. It’s a mad rush to get to the train/bus station, all the while trying to find your notebook and praying that there aren’t any delays to the service.
Welcome to living off campus. Unless you are a fresher and lucky enough to be living on campus (the actual campus that your lectures are one – not the other one) many students will be experiencing the ‘joys’ of commuting for the first time.
Don’t despair. There are many other students facing the same timetable strains as you. Here’s some basic tips to help you on the right route.
Firstly, decide on your transport. Work out how long it will take you to get to lectures on time. Maybe do a trial run before your first lecture so that you know how long it will take you and where you need to go.
Secondly, do your homework. There are some good deals available to students, even if you live as far out as Lancing. Obviously if you live in Chichester and are based at Bishop Otter you can easily walk to the campus. There is also a bus service between campuses, but it does mean leaving Bognor at 7.40 for a 9.00am lecture. The train service between Bognor and Chichester is another option, although it requires a change over at Barnham. If you decide to take the train regularly there is a
discounted train card for students called Unizone. The tickets are available for weekly, monthly or quarterly purchase and cost £13.60, £52.30, £156.70.
There are also some other options including Stagecoach and driving yourselves. If you know someone who regularly drives to your campus, why not approach them with a car sharing idea. If you offer to share the cost of fuel, you both win.
Thirdly, if you are going to be late or miss a lecture for any reason, it’s a good idea to call the university and speak to the lecturer concern (or leave a message at least) before the lecture begins. It’s only polite. Don’t forget the absent forms if you miss a lecture.
Finally and most importantly, if you live off campus get involved. Meet up with people on your course, go out to the S.U. bars, join the gym, take up a sport or club. Don’t assume that only those who live on campus have fun. Just get out there!
- Donna Kirstein
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(or Poem About Analysing a Poem)
Look at the subject matter or content
Look for the purpose or the theme
What is the type or form of poem?
What words and language can be seen?
Consider all five senses
The arrangement of the words
Look for figurative language
Note the sounds of all the words
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Keep this poem with you
It’ll help with those word-strings
By Johnathan Kaye
Catatonic I
Tears shatter like crystal,
Upon the soulless floor,
Whispers from the past,
Taunt and tear,
Amidst the broken picture frames.
Smoky Embers caress the grate,
Lifeless and cold,
Never to be rekindled,
Fragments of memories,
Drift among the dust.
A one eyed teddy bear,
Sits in a creaky rocking chair,
Gazing at a burnt out candle stick,
Waiting for the second hand to past twelve.
“Blind spirit where have you gone?
Return home my dear one,
For here we shall always remain,
Frozen in an hourglass,
Void of sand,
Laying lost, amongst the ashes”.
By Kay Channon
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Walk: the Canal Towpath
Start point: the canal basin, Basin Road
End Point: the Chichester Marina
Rests: Benches line the route
Miles: 7
Time: an afternoon (3 to 4 hours)
Dangers: swans, fishing rods, cyclists
Starting at the canal basin you already have the opportunity of seeing some wildlife. There is a pair of swans and a local tribe of ducks.
The canal basin houses the Ship Canal Trust shop, containing hot and cold drinks,
THE BEATEN TRACKLocal Country Walking
The canal basin houses the Ship Canal Trust shop, containing hot and cold drinks, sweet and savoury snacks and duck food. Here you can book boat trips up and down the canal on either Richmond or Egremont the trust’s two canal boats.
The walk proper begins when you round the corner out of the basin. It’s a straight line until you reach Poyntz Bridge, where Turner painted the view in 1828. The last point of civilisation after the basin is a set of steps leading up to Stockbridge about 1/3 of the way between the A27 and Hunston.
Walk: The Canal TowpathStart Point: The Canal Basin, Basin Road, ChichesterEnd Point: The Chichester MarinaRests: Benches line the routeMiles: 7Time: An afternoon (3 to 4 hours)Dangers: Swans, fishing rods, cyclists
Starting at the canal basin you already have the opportunity of seeing some wildlife. There is a pair of swans and a local tribe of ducks.
Rachel Tyler Thompson
At Hunston, cross the bridge and turn right where the path carries on. Halfway along this section, dubbed the Hunston/Donnington Stretch, lies what remains of the Selsey Tramway Crossing and, at present, the Ship Canal Trust Volunteer’s efforts in widening the towpath.
At the end of this Stretch is the Donnington road (WARNING: Fast Cars) where, in the future, the trust wish to install a loch gate which, along with a second gate on the Witterings’ road, will open the canal all the way to the marina.
The Donnington Stretch is perfect for fishing and bird watching. Crossing the road leads to the final stretch. This is largely obscured by greenery and houseboats, but the quaintness of this is greatly contrasted by the large and expensive yachts to your right in the marina.
From here, there are two routes back: 1, back the way you came, or 2, through the marina, a small patch of trees and onto a path which, if followed, comes out not a hundred yards to the right of The Crown and Anchor pub.
Johnathan Kaye
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Situated in Singleton, north of Chichester, the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum is a collection of 14th to 19th century buildings from Hampshire, Sussex and Kent. From its opening on 5th September 1970 to the present day, the museum’s mission has been about rescuing and preserving timber framed buildings.
Attractions include Bayleaf, a 15th century Yeoman’s Hall-house & Winkhurst Kitchen, it’s accompanying building from Kent; Pendean, a 17th century Yeoman’s farmhouse from Mid-hurst; Poplar, a 17th century farm labourer’s cottage; Walderton, an 18th century cottage; Boarhunt, a thatched Tudor farm labourer’s cottage; and Hangleton, a reconstructed me-dieval peasant’s cottage.
As per usual, the museum had a wide variety of food stalls from the local area. Visitors could have found anything from liquorice to ice cream or olives to a hog roast. Also present was a bacon roll stall (the hog roast folks, next door fared better, as usual): Delicious.At other stalls one could find leather bags sold
alongside wallets, humourous signs and soap; a cake decorating and face painting stall, for the children. The local wood carvers were pres-ent in the form of the local walking stick-maker and several carpenters and carvers of chairs, ornaments and candle holders.
Throughout the day there were horse cart and/or tractor rides around the field and mu-seum respectively; a stunt-bicycle assault course troupe kept visitors entertained (i.e. terrified wonderment) in the afternoon; Signifi-cant guests included Ruth Goodman (Victo-rian Farm, Victorian Pharmacy) and Ben Law (West Sussex Woodsman featured on Grand Designs).
The weekend was, all in all, entertaining. Whilst our visitor count could have been higher, there was still a decent number. The museum is truly a great day out for all ages, and this particular couple of days was the perfect 40th birthday weekend.
by Johnathan Kaye
Weald & Downland Open Air Museum Ruby Anniversary
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