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STUDENTS SHOUT: “UEA, WE WON’T PAY” A group of students blockade main entrance of the Registry building demanding a position on HE cuts. Norwich City Council unanimously vote to support the Union of UEA Students’ Higher Education policy. comment on the cuts he added,
Jonathan Brady
think students realise that the economic crisis, but we’re not the ones who should be
support to the protest: “I Government’s proposed cuts
Rachel
Archer
led
the Tom Ward responded to the incident at the behest
voice students’ concerns to When asked about how UEA
students rallied to support the
said, “No doubt we will be that it is likely this will be the short term it’s sustainable, but term cuts in this area can be
UEA STUDENTS BLOCKADE REGISTRY OVER HIGHER EDUCATION CUTS As protestors tried to enter,
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CONCRETE CAMPUS A FASHIONABLE INSPIRATION Andrea Stromskag The renowned denim brand Levi’s recently used UEA
A UEA press release said:
notably in the clip, were voted
companies who want to use our campus as a backdrop to
iconic university architecture
Lasdun, Lord Norman Foster
said: “UEA was selected as “We
take
each
case
sites around campus, and residences,
and
remain
students and that the subject
WHY NO UNION JACK?
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(Putting UEA First at NUS)
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TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
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FREE
STUDENTS SHOUT: “UEA, WE WON’T PAY” A group of students blockade main entrance of the Registry building demanding a position on HE cuts. Norwich City Council unanimously vote to support the Union of UEA Students’ Higher Education policy. comment on the cuts he added,
Jonathan Brady
think students realise that the economic crisis, but we’re not the ones who should be
support to the protest: “I Government’s proposed cuts
Rachel
Archer
led
the Tom Ward responded to the incident at the behest
voice students’ concerns to When asked about how UEA who wanted to discuss the students rallied to support the
said, “No doubt we will be that it is likely this will be the short term it’s sustainable, but term cuts in this area can be
UEA STUDENTS BLOCKADE REGISTRY OVER HIGHER EDUCATION CUTS As protestors tried to enter,
CONTINUED PAGE 3
FULL ARTICLE ON THE FRONT AND CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
CONCRETE CAMPUS A FASHIONABLE INSPIRATION Andrea Stromskag The renowned denim brand Levi’s recently used UEA
A UEA press release said:
notably in the clip, were voted
companies who want to use our campus as a backdrop to
iconic university architecture
Lasdun, Lord Norman Foster
said: “UEA was selected as “We
take
each
case
sites around campus, and residences,
and
remain
CONTINUED PAGE 2
students and that the subject
WHY NO UNION JACK?
Concrete investigates the reasons behind the decidedly English reluctance to show national pride OPINIONS PAGE 8
INTO THE RESERVE
Buildings a rarity, wild animals a plenty TRAVEL PAGE 15
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TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
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contents
IT WASN’T LIKE THAT IN MY DAY, SON
that does roast dinner on a Students are asking concerned
students and their parents will eat on weekend Open The research found that
NEWS
1-6
OPINIONS
8-9
TURF
10
FEATURES
11
LIFESTYLE
13
INTERNATIONAL
14
TRAVEL
15
FOOD
16
IN FOCUS
17
SPORT
18 - 20
Stephen Wright answered
that the age of consent for heterosexual sex should be
of keeping one outlet open by eight out of ten said they answered these concerns by assuring that “where trade
be weekend catering services The results contrasted to the
Restaurant at the Sainsbury
were liberal
service will be provided in line parents when supposedly decadent behaviour was “the low take up of the business at weekends to even cover our costs; this is leading
that hot food is a service that is
have always been closed at
The research also found wanted to increase the legal adjust the opening hours of the per cent expressed a “zero drinks and hot and cold snacks “it could encourage students
closure of the service would
NORWICH CITY OF CULTURE Gordon Malloy
a city of culture status is a
confessed they were sexually and a recent drugs survey
announced to be vying for the
Derry and Norwich now have
are leading the bid and have
with local arts and cultural groups which will then be considered by a panel of
bid itself is hoped to generate
LEVI’S ZIGGURAT AD links between neighbourhoods sure the whole city is vibrant
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used to introduce the feeling and will enjoy all the things that the clip is intended for use online rather than on
quite cool to see our very own was surprised over how good
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“Are you going to vote in the students’ union elections?” asks Nick Church
U.S. FLAG “OFFENSIVE” Hamish Jackson Harry Swann The
American
Studies
next
day
a
Society
their society social in Norwich
Liam, PHI 2
Heather, ENV 3
“I will vote in the student
“I voted last year and I
as much awareness as when students
involved
in
the
“UEA, WE WON’T PAY”: NORWICH CITY COUNCIL SUPPORTS UNION CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE
unanimously
voted
to
“Students are crucial to
have tried to make the city included
students
in
our
discounts to cultural and
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THE END OF OPEN WI-FI? Richard Joslin
CONSULTATION OPEN TO ASSESS STUDENT PARKING Nick Church
The Independent
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The
UCU
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Why are the English so unpatriotic? In the wake of the patriotic display from the Canadians at the Winter Olympics, James Wardman asks: will our patriotism be re-ignited as we move towards 2012? unwillingness for ordinary people to Vancouver have highlighted the camera shot of the vast crowds displayed numerous Canadians wearing their red and white with pride. One news clip even captured a O Canada.
apprehensive fear they may be branded as Daily Mail
“Patriotism and nationalism are two very different things” things and as far as I can see there
about
displaying
because we do not have as strong a bond with our fellow countrymen,
am far more proud of being from
with a person form central London; one of the few people who actually bothered to converse with me had never even heard of Leeds, let alone anywhere north of Birmingham! This is highlighted with the BBC
became such a problem a few years ago seemed to be all London based. In the past fortnight three men
emphasis may be placed on other things such as the region in which
have not occurred in London, they have not received the same coverage.
group we consider ourselves to be members of. Therefore, in my opinion it has become almost unappealing for many
perhaps not important to draw a sense of pride form the borders of
may have as such an act has very
has been stolen by those extremists embarrassment for the rest of us. Obviously a few bad apples have created a certain sense of
a symbol of tolerance and liberalism,
disagree with me here but the BBC centres around London, rather than
Debate: Is all publicity really good publicity? For
Fact box
George Hamilton-Jones
The spoof posters can
You may be familiar with the very funny www.mydavidcameron.com, where the viewer is treated to some
be accessed at www. reversal shown elsewhere in opinion
The site was launched
daubings on Dave’s “I’ll cut the
in January and has
new internet meme has arisen and cyberspace denizens for a couple of seconds. Apparently the site’s proprietors are inundated with poster submissions, too. Mydavidcameron.com delights the reader with pages of poster parodies all alluding to the same
the BBC, and he’s so airbrushed!
weathered. about these posters is their fatalism. It is easy to believe their authors are
since managed to
hits. Amongst many others,
with all the comparisons to Margaret Thatcher, we must bear in mind that Thatcher won!
the posters read “Some
adage: all publicity is good publicity.
internet’s way and there is no reason Cameron should be exempted. The parody posters restate
will win, or at least very few of us can envision another Labour government your detractors call you a winner, you are probably onto one.
James Dixon
of my best friends are
only serve to underline the idea that the Labour Party has lost the
posters which only serve to place about’. This relates to the idea that bad publicity can be seen as a in the public eye. This is a popular topic currently as David Cameron’s
does their strengths, allowing either aspect to dominate. The public eye is generally
had to weather some bad publicity
reach over 100, 000
much harder to believe that they
but now it has found its way into
heard about Cameron in an easily
mydavidcameron.com
Against
hope for the public to miss the featured a smiling Cameron and a
Bad publicity creates more problems than it is worth in that these issues
featuring an airbrushed Cameron,
agendas such as actually running the country. A general clean image
the poster to create humorous
allowing for no need to recover ground already established in an
party appears to be on course for an electoral victory as they are currently leading in the polls. It could
the general public should be able to gaze upon this troubled ocean and see the publicity for what it truly is; a detrimental force upon the delicate
poor”, “Are we Blair yet” and “A toff on crime. A toff on the causes of crime”.
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COMMENT & OPINION 9
A measure of resolve Davina Kesby Some of you may remember an
Exams a sham? No change here Ailsa Bristow
Time
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TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
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Student Switch off a blazing success Neil Jennings Students living in Halls of Residence at UEA have made a great start in the Student saving
campaign.
In
the
It just goes to show that Several students have been uploading photos of climate change. The savings have been
things to change and there are loads more prizes to be won. UEA student who now runs
group
and
have
been
compared to the baseline but students in halls who have
run here and UEA students
to reduce carbon emissions. reduced
carbon
their enthusiasm and passion for reducing carbon emissions
emissions The latest leaderboard is as follows:
and appliances when not in
9th Orwell & Wolfson
In defence of the WTO
Consumption threatens coral
Concrete recently reported on WTO legislation limiting states from engaging fully in environmentally sustainable practices. Miha Klement reports that states should still be the ones held accountable for environmental decisions.
home to a third of the
ten thousand metric tonnes have the gross level of power media. explosives are tossed into the damaging.
It
includes Indonesia are harmful in
other organisms within the blast area in the process. The
trade and heads of states. is that as the wealthier states disputes
between
member
does not monitor compliance of the member states with its rulings. It has no police
this seems to be changing. The paradox of power that presents
nitrogen and phosphorus wash into coastal areas. This encourages algal blooms and
with
catches
outpacing
Due to the nature of the
great threat to reefs. The threat to coral reefs
The
can in fact alter the course of a the wealthier states to exert
required infrastructure and
with incomes on the rise in
blame
for
such
must not be put on the shoulders of Indonesian
of reefs are endangered. One Since poorer countries have
a group of developing countries
a third of all people live in
of and compliance with the states. Despite recent popular
compromises on agriculture restrained. It was reported
What must be remembered is
constraint that explains their the US are the main culprits of
goals and places developing
of the WTO as an all powerful coercive force against which vulnerable habitat? public.
Conal Dougan
concrete.features@uea.ac.uk
TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
Eaton Park Attack: A Response After reading about the ‘unprovoked attack’ on a group of students in Concrete, Katherine Holder was compelled to write an account of her own terrifying ordeal in Eaton Park.
“a teenage boy turned and punched one of my friends, continually hitting him until he was lying almost unconscious on the ground”
“If the reader is ever caught in this situation, then run”
FEATURES 11 Advice from Norfolk Constabulary
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Applications are invited for the position of Concrete Editor for the period September 2010 to June 2011. The position is only open to current students at the University of East Anglia, is a full-time paid position, and may be taken as a year out during a degree (intercalation) or directly after graduation. The successful applicant need not have previously been involved in the production of Concrete but must be able to demonstrate the following: - Excellent grammar and editing skills. - Team leadership and management qualities. - Good organisation and time-keeping of a variety of duties. - An understanding of the needs and structure of the Concrete society. - Knowledge of Adobe InDesign CS4 and Photoshop CS4. - A keen eye for design and mistakes. Students interested in applying for the role of Concrete Editor should send a CV with covering letter, a proposal that outlines any plans for or changes to the newspaper (up to 3,000 words), and are also required to produce at least one computer-designed page of Concrete that incorporates any future creative ideas for the newspaper. All applications should be sent to the current Editor, Hannah Livingston, by emailing concrete.editor@uea.ac.uk. The closing date for applications is 3pm on Friday 19th March 2010, and interviews will be held on 21st & 22nd April 2010.
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If you would like to know more about the role of Editor, or have any detailed questions concerning your application, please come to the final Q & A session: Tuesday 16th March, 1pm, Concrete office.
A CALL FOR CONCRETE SECTION EDITORS 2010/11 If you will still be a student at UEA next year and fancy taking on a bigger role in the paper, you might want to think about becoming a section editor. The positions available for next year are:
- Film Editor - Venue Editor (Listings) - Competitions Editor
- Be available to your writers to answer any questions/help them get involved in the section more.
editor@uea.ac.uk, telephoning 01603 593466 or coming in to the Concrete office.
- Chief Copy Editor - Chief Photographer
- Deputy Editor & In Focus Editor (combined position)
You can apply for more than one position, though if you do this you
If you would like more details on any position, or the application process, then please let the Editor (Hannah Livingston) know by emailing concrete.
Alternatively, the editor will be running a section editor Q & A session on Tuesday 16th March at 2pm in the Concrete office.
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News Editor International Editor Comment & Opinions Editor Features Editor Travel Editor Food Editor Lifestyle Editor Turf Editor Sports Editor
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Event Editor Fashion Editor Arts Editor Creative Writing Editor Wired Editor TV Editor Music Editor
should make your preferences clear (e.g. Arts 1st, Creative Writing 2nd). You can also make joint applications if you want. You must email the editor a short blurb, no more than 400 words, saying why you think you would be good at the job. The deadline is 12pm on Monday 26th April. Generally, being a section editor requires you to: - Commission articles. - Ensure they are in on time. - Sub-edit them for spelling, grammar and general sense. - Lay them up on the page using InDesign and Photoshop (you will be given training).
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Confessions of a UEA student
TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
LIFESTYLE 13
University relationships: sink or swim Jo Davey ponders whether couples at UEA are as concrete as our campus surroundings.
Our very own self-professed Facebook stalker owns up to her shameless snooping sessions.
UEA student courtesy code Kirsten Peter discusses that awkward subject: how do we interact with our university acquaintances?
14 INTERNATIONAL
TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
concrete.international@uea.ac.uk
9 - 5 : Finding a job in the UK Yang Cao
concrete.travel@uea.ac.uk
TRAVEL 15
TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
African Adventure Break in Budapest
Josh Weatherill
bathe over a passionate game of
After exploring the isolated regions of Kenya, Denise Bartlett recounts her visit to the Mara and how it provided her with an unforgettable experience.
alongside any of these great European
held in the labyrinthine complex, one
and dark history, the Hungarian capital presents a cheap and edgy city break. With the sweeping Danube River carving Budapest in two, an expanse of impressive bridges unites leafy Buda on the west side
in Hungarian aqua-aerobics was a As some of the city’s scarred
the brutal reign of the Hungarian Nazi by the Soviets who subsequently
various islands stretching up the never blue Danube, including OldBuda Island which annually holds the
overpowering regime. The House of Terror, housed in the dreaded former headquarters of both the Nazi and Communist secret police, today
have a lot of city to explore.
When driving into the Maasai Mara, it felt like all forms of communication were being gradually cut off. The main road was replaced by a dirt track, which eventually gave way to endless stretches of land. Buildings were a rarity and wild animals only seen enclosed inside zoos in England became normality. Located in the remote south-western corner of Kenya, the game reserve is named after the indigenous Maasai population and their description of the land; ‘mara’ means ‘mottled’ in Maa, the Maasai language. This description became apparent on a breathtaking hot air balloon ride during our stay; the interspersed trees, shrubs and clouds created a patchwork appearance from an aerial view. The name represents the essence of the place, a spectacular landscape deeply rooted in the Maasai culture. In order to fully appreciate the isolation of the Mara, my family and I decided to stay in the private camp Kicheche. The camp consists of just seven of the most luxurious tents I have ever been in, boasting en-suite bathrooms which demonstrated the eco-friendly ethos of Kicheche. The “bucket showers” were filled with hot water every evening at 6:30 and gave us approximately three minutes
of shower time, resulting in some frantic hair-washing! Kicheche exists in harmony with the Mara; the camp was not fenced and although guards kept watch at night, they carried no weapons. This resulted in an interesting night’s sleep when a pack of lions was heard in close proximity to the camp! Travelling to Kenya over the Christmas period, we were anticipating high temperatures and minimal rainfall. Although it was slightly disappointing when it rained almost every day, it was impossible to be annoyed in a country which struggles with devastating droughts. The rain was a blessing to the Maasai people, whose livelihood depends on the land. We realised the weather was a blessing too; the rain nourished the vegetation, transforming the entire landscape into an oasis of greenery. The cooler temperatures also encouraged the animals to abandon the shade of the trees, meaning we were exceedingly lucky in the quantity and variety of animals we saw. Visitors to the Mara often hope to catch a glimpse of the ‘big five’: lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards and rhinoceroses. Although these animals are undoubtedly spectacular, other species should not be ignored. We did not see any leopards, but were lucky enough to observe the elusive cheetah twice. My personal favourites were the groups of hippopotamuses found in the Masai Mara River; their strange habit of bathing so close together frequently resulted in amusing grunts and squabbles. Another special moment occurred when we coincidentally found a herd of elephants which came within a few
metres of our van, resulting in some amazing photo opportunities! However, the true beauty of the Mara is demonstrated in the lion. We managed to observe this creature on numerous occasions. We saw two lions resting next to the carcass of a recently hunted buffalo, and we saw a lioness with her unbelievably small and adorable cub, which kept meowing like a cat! Our Maasai guide, Davis, had a seemingly instinctual knowledge of where certain animals were located, demonstrating the strong connection the Maasai have with the land. Davis’s knowledge of the wildlife was also incredible: ‘Did you know that when lions are mating it lasts for days, they mate every 15 minutes, and don’t eat during this time? Exhausting!’ The privilege of observing animals in their natural habitat is what makes the Mara so special, no one forgets the incredible moment when they first see an animal in the wild. A visit to a Maasai village provided us with another unforgettable experience. The Maasai greeted us by performing Maasai songs in traditional dress, which consisted of magnificently intricate cloth and jewellery, demonstrating the skill and patience the Maasai women possess. The villagers also educated us on their traditions, such as the belief that jumping high in the air demonstrates strength in Maasai men. They told us they have jumping competitions with other villages and whoever jumps highest wins a wife – whether this was fact or fiction was for us to decide! The Maasai’s knowledge and union with the land gave us an even greater respect for the exceptional beauty of the Masai Mara and the
feature is its many thermal baths,
Nevertheless, the grandeur of Budapest, epitomised in the scale and swagger exuding from the Hungarian
younger than some of the others, the Széchenyi Medicinal Baths (Europe’s
job at veiling these terrors. Indeed, if present day Budapest is to be linked to its past, I would say it is much more akin to its glory days when it was joint capital of the great Austro-Hungarian Empire.
the outdoor baths, where the bright yellow architecture contrasts vividly against the blue of the waters, locals
California Calling Gareth Rees-White “Now let me welcome everybody to the Wild Wild West; a state that’s untouchable like Eliot Ness”. As an exchange student who will be enjoying the Californian sunshine next year, it would be easy to ramble on for numerous pages about the state’s virtues. However, as space is feelings in a few short paragraphs. California is a state of great diversity, both culturally and physically - the epitome of the American idiom that ‘bigger is
Of course, to many, California is the home of Hollywood and the American celebrity. This is also true. Whilst not a personal fan of Los the sheer size of the city is certainly admirable; however, this means nigh on impossible. Yet to imagine LA as the heart of the state would be wrong. From San Francisco to San Diego, via Santa Cruz, California’s urban centres are as diverse as its geographical outdoors. Simply put, California is one of the few areas in the world where it is feasibly possible to ski in the
world’s third highest waterfall and deepest lake, all situated across nine premiere of the latest blockbuster. Redwoods, whilst conversely the south is an area of arid, yet no less
from San Francisco to Los Angeles, regarded amongst the most
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TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
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Trawler Tragedy Death of a Chocolatier Ed Leftwich
Georgia Buckley
Almost
everyone
I
know
thrown back into the sea as
matured
over
hundreds
are discarded in this way.
increasing Now
the people that don’t like chocolate. Luckily these people can be disregarded, as they obviously aren’t real human chocolate is loving Cadbury.
in the world. In the middle
never
let
it
debt
(not
the
be view), announced last week
company; however their track be made redundant as part out Terry’s, the company who produce Chocolate Oranges, with promises that they
market. To compound this, are going to close the Cadbury
animal, which has a good,
nothing anyone can do to help remained was a museum, and in 2005 the main building was
cannot survive anywhere else. Let’s call it the Woolly Wonga.
thriving industry came to a
bid, Cadbury’s shareholders decided to take the money and run, leaving this historic chocolate maker at the mercy
the plant in Somerset has closure. All in all, this writer showing their true colours, endangering the chocolate
is sad and important enough to stand as a point on its own, and make no mistake - this is
Baked Honey Mustard Salmon
Woolly Wongas. What would
Ingredients this disaster that resulted losing their livelihood and an ecosystem in a complete state
Method
500g wild Alaskan salmon is wild-caught
1. Whisk olive oil together with honey and mustard and spread over
salmon can contain PCBs
hour (overnight is best). Save some
150ml honey. mustard.
leave them on the ground to rot, then kill every animal in
the side to pretend you’re being healthy and bobs your uncle. Serves
pollutes the ocean, and chopped. 150g new potatoes. Fresh salad.
Wongas away and just leave unwanted creatures: innocent bystanders in the vicious Woolly Wonga campaign. Not to sound too
or ethical arguments, but mostly because the deal has
there are none to catch. The back. Despite public anger,
the Wolly Wonga? People may disagree over the best method, but it should be obvious to everyone that the worst possible thing to do would be to destroy the
that we all love and grew up with. There is no massive point
spread diseases to wild
sprinkle thyme over the top. 3. Bake, uncovered, at 190°C/Gas
region’s single most important economical driver.
Chicken Goujons with Lemon Mayo Ingredients
most important resources on the planet, providing Long story short, there is
½ tsp cayenne pepper (chilli powder will work too).
Method the cayenne pepper. Season
this vital resource is under There needs to be a proper
into 1cm-thick long strips. breadcrumbs.
a global scale we have the you can help by knowing
2 eggs, beaten. 3 tbsp mayonnaise. Squeeze lemon juice to taste. Salad leaves to serve.
tray. Spread the goujons out
golden and cooked through.
problems it causes. Good techniques lead not only
marine habitats, and bycatch, the Woolly Wonga, so don’t
mayonnaise, season and serve with the goujons and some salad leaves.
Concrete Spring Chicken
Concrete’s Token Endangered Cod
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IN FOCUS 17
TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
UEA CU spread the Christian message
Livewire release song in aid of Haiti
James Powell
Richard Franks
together for encouragement, Bible teaching, and to praise God together.
composed, performed and recorded by members of Livewire1350. It is part of Hearing Aid, a charity event held annually by Livewire, as well as
by living lives that demonstrate that we on the cross, and by spreading God’s word to other UEA students.
these events are not just for students
teaching and worship. If you would
encourage people to think about what they believe, to take a look at the gospel message, and discuss it with us. Although as students we feel it is appropriate to pray together and
help introduce you to someone you can go along with.
every Tuesday evening at 7:30 in Bible’s relevance to us on campus, academic year we run a number of
please check out our website at www. ueacu.com, look at our Facebook page, or email us at ueacu@hotmail. co.uk.
com/charitysingle.html.
the UK. This year, the proceeds are The main Hearing Aid event will be six hours of entertainment, Blue Bar on Tuesday 16th March. The single was released on March 3rd and is available in Norwich and around campus as well as online
Man up for Gentlemen’s Society Joe Pearson The UEA Gentlemen’s Society is
March 15th-18th is Wellbeing Week
any of its members. One of the main points of this society is that no
Beckie Davies
promote the “Five ways to wellbeing”
take place in a safe environment, so why not come along and experience the event, which now runs in more than 50 countries around the world? Examples of human Books from previous events include ‘Transgender’, ‘Psychosis’, ‘Refugee’,
foresight.gov.uk) Mental Capacity
‘Learning Disability’, ‘Bi-Polar’, ‘Service Personnel’ ‘Recovering Alcoholic’ and ‘Young Asylum
The wellbeing fair will be held in the LCR on Tuesday 16th March, 11.00-15.00. There will be a variety
the concept, visit www.humanlibrary. org’ At this Human Library event, books
advice including free head massages,
who have kindly volunteered, so your support for the event will be appreciated even more. Also, there are many free workshops that people can sign up for including Revision and exam techniques, Climbing wall taster sessions, an art workshop, mindfulness sessions and much more! For full details and to sign up for workshops go to www.uea.ac.uk/ dos/wellbeing.
March 15th-18th marks UEA’s fourth of the University’s commitment to developing a healthy and sustainable campus.
physical health checks. A highlight of the fair will be the presence of the Human Library. This which brings people together who may not always get the chance to understanding between people and challenges prejudice and stereotypes.
socials to partake in the most gentlemanly fashion. Socials will include cheese and wine nights, trips to dog and horse racing as well as Pimms’ and croquet in the summer.
as it can be done in a gentlemanly manner anything is game. Contrary to what many may believe, the society is open to women. The society is only named as such because of the way many female members already and encourage many more to join. Tours will take place in all manner of gentlemanly places such as London, Amsterdam, Monaco tour will include casual drinking, soaking up the culture and general on Monday 15th March, 12.3014.00, a wellbeing quiz via email on Thursday 18th with a cash prize and of UEA’s catering outlets. improve the wellbeing weeks and for people who would like to contribute. involved, would like to be a human book at future events or have ideas for improvement, please contact beckie.davies@uea.ac.uk.
croquet match. Membership is just £5, purely for
are reading this. For those who don’t know it was a cheese and wine night in the Hive before the LCR Top 50 and this writer is sure it was a huge success with much fun had by all. A future social to Yarmouth Dog Racing
will be posted on the Facebook group shortly. Dress code for the society is what you would expect. Suits, jackets and chinos: feel free to dress in whatever you feel is most gentlemanly. Obviously denim and trainers are a available, as well as polo shirts, shirts, jumpers and jackets so you can kit yourself out properly. on Facebook and feel free to email joseph.pearson@uea.ac.uk with any
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TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
Canary Corner
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FIVE MINUTES WITH: HENRY OLONGA Concrete Sport’s Harry Low speaks to the former Zimbabwean test cricketer who achieved fame when he wore a black armband in protest against Robert Mugabe’s regime. Harry Low
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NETBALL FIND ENCOURAGEMENT IN DEFEAT BUCS Results - Wednesday 3rd March Fencing
Golf
UEA Men’s 1st - 89 Leicester Men’s 1st - 135
UEA Men’s 1st - 3
Football
Hockey
UEA Men’s 1st - 2 Bedfordshire Men’s 1st - 4
UEA Men’s 1st - 7 Northampton Men’s 1st - 2
UEA Men’s 2nd - 1 Bedfordshire Men’s 2nd - 1
UEA Women’s 1st - 0
UEA Women’s 1st - 1 Leicester Women’s 1st - 1
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PANTHERS ADVANCE TO LAST EIGHT OF NATIONALS
POMPEY FINALLY BURST THE PREMIER LEAGUE BUBBLE
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CRICKET
Concrete speaks to former Zimbabwean cricketer, Henry Olonga.
TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
BASKETBALL
Rob Schatten reports on the UEA Panther’s run to the quarter-finals of the national Founders’ Cup.
FOOTBALL
Chris King looks into the problems faced by Portsmouth FC as they enter into administration.
NETBALL
The UEA first team lose out to Nottingham in their penultimate league match.
KORFBALL CROWNED NATIONAL CHAMPS Harry Low
WOMEN’S FOOTBALL MISS OUT ON TITLE AFTER STALEMATE Jo Newham
Derby Day
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CRICKET
Concrete speaks to former Zimbabwean cricketer, Henry Olonga.
TUESDAY 9th MARCH 2010
BASKETBALL
Rob Schatten reports on the UEA Panther’s run to the quarter-finals of the national Founders’ Cup.
FOOTBALL
Chris King looks into the problems faced by Portsmouth FC as they enter into administration.
NETBALL
The UEA first team lose out to Nottingham in their penultimate league match.
KORFBALL CROWNED NATIONAL CHAMPS Harry Low
WOMEN’S FOOTBALL MISS OUT ON TITLE AFTER STALEMATE
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Derby Day
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