The Bubble - 10/11, Term 1, Week 5

the bubbleissue 50|01.11.10 - 14.11.10

Seen the news headlines about huge increases in tuition fees and big cuts to Higher Education? The Browne Review recommended that the government remove the cap on tuition fees, meaning that they could rise to £7000 or more for home/EU Students. A week later, the Comprehensive Spending Review announced cuts of up to 75% to the money the government provides for teaching in Universities. Essentially, the government has removed all the funding for the teaching of Social Science and Arts/Humanities subjects. At the same time, fees for International Students continue to rise year by year.

Join us at the NUS-UCU National Demonstration as Warwick SU puts its foot down. On the 10th November in Central London, we’ll be joining tens of thousands of other students from around the country in marching against cuts and higher fees. Coach places are heavily subsidised and will only cost £5, but seats are limited so sign up now before they sell out at www.warwicksu.com/demo2010.

On Wednesday 10th November, WE WILL MARCH.

Sean Ruston

intro • news in brief • relax • what is hate crime?

what is hate crime?Hate Crime is any perceived offensive, discriminatory or victimising remark or behaviour targeting a particular aspect of someone’s identity. By any other name, it’s bullying.

Warwick SU prides itself in having a Hate Crime Reporting centre (the Welfare Officer’s office in SUHQ).

If you feel you’ve been unfairly treated by academics, by the public, or by your peers, contact your Welfare Officer, Leo

Boe, on [email protected] for confidential advice and information, or feel free to pop by his office. Don’t suffer

in silence!

news in briefunion councilThe first Council meeting of the year was held on 25th October with a great attendance. New policy was passed on Student Safety, the By-Laws were voted in and various policies were renewed. A summary of the meeting and full minutes are available online at www.warwicksu.com.

movember is here!Watch as societies, clubs, staff and Officers start the month clean shaven and groom, trim and wax their way to fine moustachery. Movember raises awareness of men’s health issues around the world and is available for any ‘Mo Bros’ to join in. Check out www.warwicksu.com/movember for more details. As the organisers say: ‘every man deserves to grow a little piece of luxury’.

hall society electionsNominations are opening Wednesday 3rd November for this year’s Hall Society execs. If you want to get involved in organising competitions and events between your hall and others, or want to see more socials between kitchens and create a bit of community atmosphere, then why not nominate yourself?

looking for a house?If you’ve already started finding people to live with next year, you’re a step ahead of the game. When it comes to thinking about living arrangements for next year, just RELAX.

Year on year, rumours and myths persuade students to sign contracts earlier than is necessary. Don’t get scaremongered into thinking that all the good houses go early, or that there won’t be any houses left past the end of January. Houses constantly flow onto the market, landlords make a point of trying to get rid of their worst properties first, and friendships change throughout the year. You shouldn’t be organising your house until, at the very earliest, the beginning of Term 2.

For advice relating to house-hunting, contracts, or second-year living arrangements in

general, contact our Student Advice Centre at [email protected].

freshers review photography courtesy of: Josh Eves • Chris Luck • George Whitworth

freshers fortnightWell! This year’s Freshers Fortnight proved a truly

memorable affair with all sorts of notable goings-on here at the SU. The Freshers Fair was our biggest to date, and we

hope you were able to net loads of freebies including Domino’s pizza!

Thousands of you joined our numerous sports clubs, societies and volunteering initiatives over the first two weeks of term - be sure to make the most of them

during your time here at Uni, as it really will enrich the entire experience. If you missed out, don’t forget that you can always join online at www.warwicksu.com -

it’s never too late to get involved! We also held another incredibly successful book sale in Week 2, all the proceeds from which went right back to you, the students.

The Freshers Party saw the Atrium turned into a spectacular Big Top with all manner of sights and sounds, before Example gave the place a right seeing-to with his banging headline set. Elsewhere, Sub Focus, Zane Lowe and RSS gave huge props to the Warwick massive, with packed houses and good times duly following suit at Massive Monday, Pop!, Pressure, O.M.G and Skool Dayz. On the specialist side, Young Guns rocked Crash to the ground, while Idioteque quickly established itself as an essential addition to the programme. However, now that Freshers is over, it doesn’t mean the fun has

to stop - we run hundreds of different events throughout the year, so make sure you keep up to date by visiting www.warwicksu.com/events.

Finally, don’t forget if there’s anything you’re worried about, the Student Advice Centre based on Floor 2 of SUHQ is here for

you. It’s free, confidential and our team really know their stuff, so head on up or drop them a line at

[email protected].

get involved • policy of the fortnight • have your say

get involved

We offer a wide range of volunteering projects, from one-off activities to long-term commitments, and working with local community organisations to running student-led community projects.

Volunteering offers valuable work experience - as well being enjoyable and fun, it provides an opportunity to make a real difference in the local community.

We offer support (and training if needed) through our Exec and staff team, so it is really easy to get involved!

It’s never too late to get involved - we have many opportunities still available for students, and our website offers help in choosing projects.

www.warwick.ac.uk/volunteers

policy of the fortnightpolicy 683 - tv licensesHave you been plagued by letters from the TV Licensing Agency even though you have no intention of getting a TV? In 2008, Union Council passed policy mandating the Welfare Officer and Environmental Campaigns Officer to lobby the TV Licensing Agency to:

Reduce the number of letters it sends to students ○to a maximum of one per student per year.

Be less aggressive in its correspondence. ○Create an online portal to enable students to ○register their lack of a need for a TV license.

You can help us out by dropping off your unwanted TV License letters to SUHQ Reception.

Get involved!

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[email protected] us a few days and

find out what

it’s your union, so have your say:

got feedback?

The money you pay to join socs fed funds all sorts of things

that allow societies to function: training for execs, staff members, equipment, storage,

insurance... At only £10 for a whole year we think it’s quite reasonable and remember, some societies are exempt.

[email protected] your say

You’re absolutely right! This was simply something which we overlooked and after re-jigging things

a bit we’ll now make sure that the drinks offers stay on the whole night,

regardless of which rooms close! Sorry about that one…

if a room closes early at O.M.G, the drinks offers for

that room shouldn’t end too.

why do I have to join the Societies Federation before

i can join any societies?

Did you know that there are currently over 80 Union Policies in place which govern how your Union is run?

If you want to find out more about Union Policy then check out this feature each fortnight and head to www.warwicksu.com/democracy.

SIGN UPNOW WE WILL MARCH

March at the NUS-UCU National Demonstration: ‘Fund Our Future: Stop Education Cuts’ on

10.11.10 with Warwick SU. Get a seat on a coach at SUHQ Reception or online at:

WWW.WARWICKSU.COM/DEMO2010

Are you ready to fight deep budget cuts to…

YOUR FACILITIES?YOUR UNIVERSITY?YOUR EDUCATION?

Join Warwick SU as it marches on the streets of central London to fight against the savage cuts to higher education. It’s your future. Have your say.

the factsThe Browne Review has recommended unlimited tuition fees with an average level of over £7000. At the same time, savage government cuts to Higher Education have cut teaching funding by 75%. These changes

will affect Warwick.

Warwick SU is joining the NUS in standing up to these threats now before it’s too late. Before a vote in parliament on Browne’s proposals we need to show politicians that students will stand up for themselves.

NUS-UCU National Demo: ‘Fund Our Future: Stop Education Cuts’WEDNESDAY 10TH NOVEMBER 2010 in CENTRAL LONDON

Coach places are heavily subsidised and will only cost £5, but there’s a limited number available so sign up now.

warwick su puts its foot down

what’s on

monday 8th

INdOOr market10AM - 4pMATRIUM

maNIc mONdayS 10pM - 2AMROOM 2

£1 drinks and a sneaky bop at the start of the week? G’wan. Treat yourself.

tuesday 9th

cUPcake creatIONS7pM - 8pMCURIOSITEA

Design your own custom cupcakes! Flavourings, colours, icing, sprinkles... the possibilities are endless! Only £10 to take part - sign up in Curiositea now.

wednesday 10th


POP! 10pM - 2AM (CIRCLINg FROM 7pM)ROOM 1

Reach for the stars, walk 500 miles and live on a prayer - it’s time for another blast of cheesy mayhem at Pop!

NUS-UcU NatIONal demOCENTRAL LONDON

The future of Higher Education is at risk. WE WILL MARCH. You must register in advance - please see details on reverse.

GIve blOOd10AM - 5pMTHE COppER ROOMS

Do something amazing - give blood this week in your Union. You should have registered in advance on 20th October but please do turn up if you have any questions.

thursday 11th

kIlImaNjarO lIve PreSeNtS marINa & tHe dIamONdSDOORS 7:30pMROOM 1

One of British music’s brightest stars joins us as part of her huge national tour! Boasting one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music, this is one not to be missed.

IdIOteqUe9pM - 1AMTHE TERRACE BAR

More quality leftfield indie tunes courtesy of Offbeat and Rise.

friday 12th


lIve jazz3pM - 6pMATRIUM

Listen to soulful Jazz music as you grab some tea, coffee, cocktails or just a regular game of pool. There is no better way to end the week.

O.m.G10pM - 3AMFULL UNION

4 rooms of tunes, WTF?! antics and drinks offers aplenty - it’s Friday night at the Union, and it’s gonna go off!

sunday 14th

raG qUIz7:30pMATRIUM

Another chance to take on your fellow studes at RAG’s charity quiz!

monday 1st


Stalls to browse for a bargain!

aNNUal GeNeral meetING6pM - 9pMMS.01

Vote on some of our most controversial motions: no platform, sponsorship, life sciences and higher education funding. Be part of it.

maNIc mONdayS10pM - 2AMROOM 2

Take the weekend into next week with another round of banging tunes and £1 drinks!

wednesday 3rd

raveSOc PreSeNtS INSOmNIa9pM - 2AMROOM 2

A veritable onslaught of thumping dance tunes as Ravesoc take to the decks for their spectacular showcase.


More stalls for your perusal.

POP! 10pM - 2AM (CIRCLINg FROM 7pM)ROOM 1

Get ready for more midweek mayhem as DJ Disco Dave serves up another platter of cheese.

thursday 4th

GUm clINIc10AM - 5pMSUHQ MR 2/3

Another chance to get yourself checked out for STIs at our free and confidential GUM Clinic.

tHe Great debateS: ScIeNce vS. relIGION6pM - 8pMATRIUM

Join Warwick Debating Society for a lively discussion!

UNIverSIty cHalleNGe aUdItIONS6:30pM - 7:30pMSUHQ MR 2/3

Think you’ve got what it takes to represent Warwick on the toughest quiz show around?

craSH9pM - 1AMROOM 2

Get your mosh, pogo and skank on to the noisiest rock, metal, punk, ska and alternative tunes.

IdIOteqUe9pM - 1AMTHE TERRACE BAR

Relax to the finest lesser-known indie and alternative music courtesy of Offbeat and Rise.

friday 5th


The last market of the week.

O.m.G feat. djP av Set10pM - 3AMFULL UNION

4 rooms of music, drinks offers and more as hip-hop supremo DJP mixes together a jumping AV set for your delectation!

saturday 6th

keNIlWOrtH bONfIre & fIreWOrkS5:30pM - 10:30pMkENILWORTH CASTLE

Tickets available from SUHQ Reception for this year’s explosive seasonal spectacular!

latIN NIGHt10pM - 2AMROOM 1

Join the Salsa Society for an evening of sizzling Latin tunes, with Salsa classes from 8pm.

sunday 7th

raG qUIz7:30pMATRIUM

Pit your wits against your fellow studes at RAG’s charity quiz!

what’s onweek 5

Your club/society event not listed? Email your events for Term 1,

Weeks 7 and 8 to: [email protected]

what’s onweek 6

kilimanjaro live presents...

featured event • don’t miss • halls hoodies

saturday

don’t miss: www.warwicksu.com/shop

don’t miss: thursday wk 5

FRIDAY 5TH NOVEMBERWEEK 5

don’t miss: friday wk 5featured event: thursday wk 6

One of the most hotly-anticipated events of the year is finally here, as pop superstar Marina Diamandis drops in to play live as part of her biggest tour to date.

Followers of contemporary music will need no introduction to this sparkling starlet, whose distinctive voice and iconic looks have graced airwaves and magazine covers up and down the country since her breakthrough earlier this year - with her amazing debut album The Family Jewels, Marina has proven that she has both the songs and the sass to make her an inimitable part of the cultural landscape.

Tonight the Union will come alive to the sound of tip-top tunes like Hollywood, Oh No!, I Am Not a Robot and more - make sure you grab your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment!

Room 1 | 7:30pm doors | £15 ADVwww.warwicksu.com/events

university challenge auditionsgot what it takes to represent your University on the toughest quiz show around? Warwick won in 2007 but can you bring us glory again? pop along to the auditions if you think you’ve got the know-how. Fingers on buzzers please...

6:30pm - 7:30pm SUHq mr 2/3

Only £19.99 or £22.49 personalised

6 colours to choose between • Available for every Warwick Hall of Residence

meet your part time officers • brain-teaser

meet the part-time officers warwicksu.com/officers

PLAN FOR THE YEAR:

‘This year Women’s Campaigns will be hosting Women’s Week in Term 2, campaigning for a safer campus, establishing an outreach scheme as well as fundraising for local women’s groups. We are always looking for people to get involved and help us

raise awareness - come along to our meetings at 5pm on Tuesdays in SUHQ.

[email protected]

Charli FritznerWOMEN’S CAMPAIGNS

OFFICER

COURSE: 3rd year, Management

PLAN FOR THE YEAR:

‘We try to make Union democracy more accessible to Warwick students. This also entails ensuring everything is running smoothly - so rectifying or updating the rules and policies that guide our Union. We also get stuck into promoting politics and democracy to both students at Warwick and the local community!’

[email protected]

Victoria Fowler DEMOCRACY COMMITTEE CHAIR

COURSE: 2nd year, PAIS

win, win, win!Think you’ve cracked the sudoku? Why not enter the competition to win one of our fantastic prizes?

Simply fill out your details and hand your answers in to SUHQ Reception. Entries must be received by Wednesday 10th Novemberer at 12 noon.*

#1: sudoku

4 7 9

9 7 1 3

3 2 8

6 9 5

2

9 8 7

9 7 2

3 5 1 9

7 6 8

name:

email:

university number

this week’s prizeA quacking meal for two in the only pub on campus, The Dirty Duck!

*All correct entries will be entred into the prize draw and a winner selected at random.

brain-teaserPut your mind to the test with this week’s brain-teaser. Check out www.warwicksu.com for last week’s answers.

Last issue’s lucky winner of 4 tickets to OMG feat.Chase and Status was Ollie Clarke - congratulations!

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The Bubble - 10/11, Term 1, Week 5