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15 months of darkness: Only £550 saved by Council Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief

t has been confirmed that Kent County Council have saved only £550 over the 15 months of the streetlights at the bottom of Eliot Hill being switched off past midnight. Following a Freedom of Information request submitted by Kent Union President Tammy Naidoo, and VicePresident (Welfare) Rory Murray, the Council confirmed that the area at the bottom of Eliot Hill, encompassing St Michael’s Road, Salisbury Road, Lyndhurst Close, Beaconsfield Road, and Forty Acres Road, has saved the Council £550 since they were turned off in July 2014. The streetlights are currently switched off completely between the hours of midnight and 5:30am, which is an issue that has sparked debate over the past year from students residing on those streets and in the wider area who have to walk home in the dark. The scheme has been criticised as putting students at risk while they’re walking home after midnight. The Council have previously stated that the lights would be switched off in “areas where street lighting would not be installed today, and there would be no negative

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effect on the local area”. Rory Murray, one of the voices behind this latest development, thinks this is ridiculous. Speaking to InQuire, Murray said: “In terms of student safety, we’re talking about £45 a month that the Council isn’t prepared to pay, which we think is ridiculous to be completely honest.” When asked if anybody from the Union or the University had approached councillors about this, Murray said: “As of yet we haven’t spoken to councillors because the Council is currently going to consultation for the fourth time over this issue, and we really hope this time the student voice will be heard.” The Council’s Street Lighting Consultation Document, which has been released ahead of upcoming meetings concerning this issue, highlights that there are currently three options for the streetlights that have been turned off. Firstly, part-night lighting, which means that the current system will remain in place. The Council says that once the lights are converted to LED technology, which they aim to start early next year, the part-night lighting would save the Council around £5.2m annually. The second option is for allnight lighting, which, with LED

technology, would save around £4.8m annually. Although this still seems like a huge saving, the Council have warned that this would lead to financial cuts being made to other services. The final option is to dim the lights when the roads are less busy, meaning there would be partial lighting, but it would not cost as much as full lighting. This approach would save the Council approximately £5m a year. When asked what the preferred option would be for Kent Union, Murray said: “In an ideal world, all the lights would be turned back on in the areas our students are in frequently, but if that was no longer an option, dimming would be our preferred outcome. Ideally, all the lights in this area will be put back on. “The perception of students is that it’s not safe with the lights off, especially since it’s getting darker earlier in the evening now. Students should all feel safe when walking home, so hopefully a resolution can be found soon.” Students wanting to get involved with this discussion can give their views to the Council before 29 November by going to the Council website kent.gov.uk - and searching for the street lighting consultation document.

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embers of the Canterbury Christ Church University community protested last week at the actions of Werner Toogood, director of the Student Lettings Agency (SLA). Protestors took to the streets on 23 October, outside the company’s offices in St. George’s Place. Toogood has recently been under fire after asking devastated students to find nearly £6,500 in unpaid rent after they left a property where their friend, Robert

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Chavda, died of a drug overdose. The issue, which has previously been reported in InQuire Issue 11.5, sparked outrage across the Christ Church community, with over 100 students attending the protest. Sophie Dudley, CCCU VicePresident (Student Activities) stated that: “Whilst we are not disputing the legal aspects of this case, we feel that it was a delicate situation that should’ve been met with more compassion, humanity, and understanding by SLA.” In a post on their website, Canterbury Christ Church Students’ Union branded Toogood’s treatment of students “unacceptable”, and have said that they are “keen to work with students, landlords, and agencies, through accreditation schemes, to improve student housing and tenancy agreements”.

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anterbury nightlife is set to get safer with the introduction of security guards to fight against crime in the city centre. Akon Security, a private security firm, will record and deter crimes with officers patrolling the streets. The team of officers is being called the City Response Team. Akon’s team of officers will move between the main venues of town, reporting crimes and helping people move around the city safely. The officers will work on a voluntary basis, and have told the Kentish Gazette that they are “proud of the city and feel all [they’re] doing is giving something back”. This new scheme comes after the Street Marshal scheme, set up by the University of Kent

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and Canterbury Christ Church University, which was aimed at making sure that students could get home safe after a night out. The aim of this new scheme is to further reduce anti-social behaviour in this student-heavy city. Kent Police have insisted that Canterbury does not have worse problems than elsewhere in Kent, and that it concentrates efforts in areas where and at times when it is most necessary.

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ent Union have put forward proposals for an extension to the facilities it maintains in the Parkwood estate. A floorplan document (pictured) sent to InQuire outlines a significant extension of the building currently situated by Woody’s, with plans to create more space for student activities. The proposals, which have tentatively been scheduled for 2017, will see the size of the current building increase to feature a larger open seating area and a bigger kitchen. There are also plans for a social space adjacent to Woody’s, and an upstairs floor space designated for activities such as martial arts, drama, and dance. Alongside the Woody’s extension are plans to increase the floorspace available to Parkwood Essentials, allowing for a vaster array of stock and more room for storage in a larger warehouse space. It is estimated up that the work will cost around £2m with due to submit a budget proposal to the university.

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University releases investment figures for student experience Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief

he University of Kent has released new data about their recent investments in the student experience. With the “enhancing your experience” information, the University stated on their website: “At Kent, we pride ourselves on an inspirational student experience. We aim to provide the platform you need to succeed, whatever your plans for the future.” Here are some of the key investment areas that the University has highlighted as enhancing student’s lives here at Kent.

The University has invested over £31m over the last five years into learning and teaching spaces. This includes the improvement of lecture halls to include recording equipment and display screens, and also the improvement of the study hubs around campus.

Since 2010, there has also been a 26% increase in academic staff at the University, which means that all assessments and essays are now returned with feedback within three working weeks of the hand-in date. This staff increase includes teaching and research staff.

Study support has seen a massive increase over the past five years. This includes the introduction of academic support staff in all academic schools. This also includes the Student Learning and Advisory Service (SLAS), which helps students with work issues.

The University also provides increasing amounts of financial support to students year-onyear, with £13.5m worth of scholarships and bursaries being awarded in the 2014-15 academic year. Scholarships and bursaries help many people through their course.

The £27m library development project has seen a massive improvement to the library at the Canterbury campus. This includes more space for studying, more resources, and an overall improvement to the atmosphere in the Templeman Library.

The University also states that they spend around £3.2m annually on books and online resources for the library. These can be used by students from both the Canterbury and Medway campuses, as long as they log in with their student account.

The University’s study abroad programme now gives University of Kent students the opportunity to study at 145 universities in 33 countries around the globe. More and more students now have the option to complete a year abroad as part of their degree.

The Employability Points Scheme has been set up by the University to reward students for taking part in extracurricular activities. Students can input their activities to earn points towards the scheme, with students winning placements at the end of the year.

These investments have led to students at the University placing it fifth in the UK in terms of overall student satisfaction for 2014-15. This is according to data collected as part of the National Student Survey 2015, and looks at publicly-funded multi-faculty universities.

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“It’s good that the University is investing more in infrastructure, but even with the new library extension I find it difficult to work in there. There should be more plugs basically. I’m not even kidding, it’s really annoying.”

“The library looks great, but it’s not much better than it was before in terms of resources and space to work. In terms of student support, I’ve found that you have to be really forthcoming and really chase support, but then they do try.”

Giacomo Palmieri “I spent a year in Alicante and had a great time. The opportunity to go and study abroad was a fantastic thing for me, and it’s really been a highlight of my time at University. I was sad to come back quite honestly.”

Annie Pilnik “I like how much the University is investing in their students. I think as a whole they’re doing incredibly well, but I just wonder if their reason for releasing these statistics was because of the Kent Wheel cost scandal.”

Elliot Bayliss “The study hubs are great, the University’s investment in them has made them a really nice space to work. I use them all the time when I have deadlines coming up because I can’t really concentrate at home.”

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UCAS applications to be anonymous

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rom 2017, UCAS application forms will be anonymous, to avoid discrimination and gender bias. The new proposal was confirmed by David Cameron and is part of an overarching policy to remove unconscious discrimination from university applications. Under the previous system it was feared that individuals from a minority background were being discriminated upon inadvertently due to

unconscious bias towards more traditional sounding names. UCAS is aiming to increase the number of ethnic minority students at British universities by removing all names from application forms, and hopes the switch to name-blind applications will allow more prospective students from minority backgrounds to not only enrol in higher education, but also to have the confidence to apply. Mirroring these changes are commitments from leading graduate employers to also make their recruitment programs name-blind. The NHS, the BBC, and private sector companies

such as HSBC and TeachFirst have all signed up to ensure that they don’t unconsciously discriminate upon prospective employees based on names. Research done in the USA by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that: “Job applicants with white names needed to send out around 10 resumes to get one call-back compared to those with African American names who needed to send out around 15 resumes to get one callback.” In 2008, research based on applications data from the London School of Economics found that ethnic minorities were less likely to get university

offers. At the Conservative Party Conference earlier this month, Cameron spoke of how he wanted to drive towards “real equality” in Britain, and that “we can’t have opportunity until we have equality.” Mary Curnock, the chief executive of UCAS, said this week that they would be working with universities to implement these changes, “as well as a wider range of changes that could impact applications from BME (minority) students. This is a good time to consider such changes as part of the wider redevelopment of our application management service.”

Although UCAS analysis suggests that minority attendance at university has increased from 20% in 2006 to 34% in 2014, the government wants to increase these numbers further. Improving equality by increasing the chances of minority acceptance into university, eliminating the gender pay gap and increasing the chances of minority employment in high profile public and private sector jobs markets are all high on the government’s agenda for this forthcoming parliament, with the new UCAS changes kickstarting the process.

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Analysis Karisma Indra

ll British students or Britain-bound students are well aware of the giant leap into higher education that begins with UCAS, and most of us are quite happy with the process, even if it is tedious. Well, if the Prime Minister has his way, UCAS will soon start the process of anonymous applications. At the basic level this seems like a good idea, and it is, however there are fears that this is the start of a slippery slope for other acts to be passed. Certainly, the premise of the plan is a good one. The idea is to limit the inequalities in application based on ethnic background, and possibly even gender. It is true that some inequalities do exist under the current system, but I am unsure as to whether it

warrants such a drastic change. UCAS certainly think so. It is perhaps understandable from the standpoint UCAS and the government, who both want to promote higher education to students from ethnic minorities. However statistics from the 2014 cycle show a different picture, with more ethnic minorities applying to university than white 18-yearolds, with some 27.2% entering university in 2014, compared to 38.7% of Asians and 34.3% of black British teenagers. With this in mind, perhaps the government’s plan for 2017 will actually lessen the unconscious bias that some ethnic minority students may face from potential universities. Also, a second impact of having anonymous applications for universities will mean less chance of nepotism. Whilst this may not ever be fully removed, by making applications anonymous, the process will be fairer. This is because without

names involved it would not matter who a candidate knew, but rather it would only show his/her own merits. Certainly, this should eliminate some of the elements of inequality within the system. A worry for some will be that this new proposal will be the beginning of a slippery slope for Cameron’s policies regarding higher education. From having anonymous applications it is only a short jump to eliminating addresses or postcodes from applications also. On the surface, this may appear to be a good idea to implement, for it will eliminate bias, but ultimately it may actually increase inequality rather significantly. There is a great significance put on the location of postcodes, with universities apparently often taking the area in which applicants live into consideration for their final decisions. If Cameron chooses to eliminate postcodes

from applications, many who live in less affluent areas, lower socio-economic catchment areas, and places of low university education rates may lose out places in top universities because they did not have the capacity to perform as well as privately educated individuals, or those fortunate enough to live in

a more affluent area of the country. Overall, as far as the anonymity of UCAS applications goes, provided it goes no further, Cameron has certainly hit the jackpot. If anonymity helps those who are often excluded or marginalised, then there is no real argument against this proposal.

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he popular Canterbury restaurant Pork & Co. was the focus of a protest by a vegan activist group, who were objecting to the restaurant’s treatment of animals, and its front window display, that of a mature pig. The protest, which coincided with the Kent Vegan Festival but has not been officially endorsed by the festival’s organisers, drew large crowds as the demonstrators held a banner saying “Auschwitz Never Went Away”. The crowd arrived at Pork & Co .after marching around the city centre with the banner. Speaking to the Canterbury Times, one of the protest’s organisers, Robert Smith, explained the reference to Auschwitz was based on the idea pigs of being transported

Analysis Judith Allen No matter what you thought about the vegan vs Pork & Co. protest, the violent threats and ignorant comparisons certainly let the vegan side down. For those of you who’ve been missing out, Pork & Co. is a great eatery, selling pulled pork buns with a range of toppings. It’s like a little roast dinner in a roll, plus, all their pork is free-range and hand-reared. So, what’s the problem? Obviously Pork & Co use meat, but when there are so many other meat-based businesses in Canterbury that are not freerange, why have Kent’s vegans chosen Pork & Co. as their target? The issue is the pig that is displayed in a slightly gruesome but traditional manner in Pork & Co’s window. Maybe it was false reports that Pork & Co. use suckling pigs that united the vegan side in such fury, but in all honesty, even if that matter hadn’t been cleared up, I think it’s pretty obvious to anyone who

to “death camps”. He justified their actions by saying that Pork & Co. was one of many food outlets targeted by the group, alongside fast food chains and supermarkets. Given the chance, however, Smith said the demonstrators would have used a different slogan. The protests follow a stream of online abuse directed at Sam Deeson, who owns Pork & Co. as well as several other establishments around Canterbury. Several

all of them were so graphic. One mother complained that the restaurant’s front window display had upset her children. In response to the comments and the protest, Pork & Co. defended their food-making process by saying that all the pigs are free-range, and no suckling pigs (the youngest of the species) are used in their products. Sam Deeson responded to the protest by stating that: “I work hard

of the comments contained threats of assault, with others describing Deeson and his employees as “evil incarnate” and “psychopaths”. Some of the comments have now been removed, and not

to make sure that those people who treat animals badly and don’t know how to source an animal properly are pushed out by people like [Pork & Co.]”. He explained that in his restaurant

cares to take a closer look at the window display that it is a mature pig, not a piglet. Whatever the spark, I think that violent threats made by the vegan side were truly

the slaughter of animals to such horrific historical events as slavery and the holocaust is downright ignorant and offensive. Such

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hypocritical. How can someone who claims to be against the everyday violence that animals face be alright with violently threatening another human being? “Let me at him with a pair of scissors” isn’t a phrase that promotes compassion. What’s more, to compare

comparisons made by the vegans on Facebook and Twitter include, “(the slaughter of animals) will go down in the annuls of history [sic] as slavery was” and “more than six million people were killed in Nazi death camps. That’s about as many animals as are

“all the staff know exactly what we do, what is important to animals, how we look after animals and if you choose to eat animals, how you should go about it”. This protest rounds off a difficult few weeks for Deeson and his employees. Pork & Co. was recently broken into, and had the weekend’s takings stolen. This, combined with the online abuse, has led Deeson to consider what he described as “an exit strategy.” Pork & Co. is one of the city’s most popular eateries, ranking fourth on TripAdvisor’s top 10 best Canterbury restaurants. The crowd on the day was a mix between demonstrators and supporters of Pork & Co. The police were in attendance, and did intervene in the demonstration at one point, however no arrests were made and the protest remained peaceful. slaughtered every single day in the UK.” Humans are mammals, for many of us, meat is a natural and necessary part of our diet. Whilst in this country we may have the choice to sustain ourselves on a vegan diet, it is just that; a choice, and should not be enforced upon others. However, to enslave, annihilate, and commit mass genocide against other members of our species is truly barbaric. To compare the meat industry to such horrific events in history is wrong. If vegans think that t’s acceptable to draw such comparisons, they need to think again. I don’t think it needs to be said that not all vegans are like this, and for many people what they eat is a personal choice. Whilst it was one they may wish we would share, they should not try and inflict it on us in such a threatening or insensitive manner. As societies progress and even more meat alternatives become available, maybe one day we will all look on eating meat as unethical, but for now the vegans definitely haven’t made me sympathetic to their cause.

At a Glance TWO men have been jailed after attacking a greengrocer outside his Canterbury shop in September last year. Ishtiaq Ahmed of The Garden of England on St. Dunstans street was attacked on 27 September 2014 by Nigel Leader and Scott Seabrook. Ahmed suffered a broken jaw and had to have a metal plate installed in his face following the incident. KENT Union have launched ‘Change-It!’ a new online system, designed to give students more opportunities to suggest how to improve university life. Kent students can now submit ideas online and the Union will attempt to help with the request. Significant policies have to pass through an online petition and gain 150 signatures before going to an All Student Vote. Tammy Naidoo, Kent Union President, said: “It’s extremely important to us that students have the power to influence change in their Union.’ TWO influential American scholars from the Black Lives Matter movement lectured to a packed-out crowd at Kent. Monica Miller of Lehigh University and Chris Driscoll spoke to over 100 people at the event organised by Kent lecturer Will Norman of the Centre for American Studies. Topics included the role of hip-hop in the modern Black Civil Rights movement, and also the decline of whiteness in American culture. The lecturers also answered questions from the audience on racial appropriation. A group of Kent undergraduate students from the School of Biosciences won a gold medal at the 2015 International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Giant Jamboree in Boston. Their research project, Envirowire, investigated the feasibility of generating functional amyloid nanowires. The Kent team presented their crossdisciplinary research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), alongside 2,700 participants and 280 teams from universities around the world such as Cambridge, Cornell, Tokyo, Heidelberg, and Sydney.

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So, turns out we’re all screwed... huh. Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief

ccording to new data released last week by the Equality and Human Rights Commission, young people (apparently anyone aged under 34) face the worst economic prospects for several generations. Who knew? Oh, right, everyone. I mean, is there actually anyone our age who thinks that they’ve got any chance of finishing university, falling into a job, and living happily ever after in a house you own with your pet pug Heathcliff? Sorry love, but it’s not going to happen. I’m currently in my fifth year here at Kent, doing an MA in Multimedia Journalism. I’m paying £8,000 for this MA, plus £350 a month rent, and I’m trying to, you know, buy food and stuff too. Of course, when I say “I’m paying”, what I actually mean is “mum and dad are paying”. And it feels bloody awful. I mean, it isn’t helped by the fact that my sister seems to be the total exception to this rule. She’s three years out of uni, she got a job within months

of graduating, and now she lives in the Northamptonshire countryside with her boyfriend and their cat, in a mortgaged house. She’s basically showing the rest of us up. How dare she be successful and happy?! What makes it worse is that apparently, the situation could

mum and dad won’t work when we’re the mums and dads if we’re still not standing on our own two feet financially. The ultimate nail in our coffin seems to be the fact that the older generation don’t care. The current generation of pensioners is better off

to the bone for the minimum wage. I’m trying to get through this article without mentioning the Tories and tax credit cuts, but here goes nothing. I’m not sure I could forgive myself for writing an article about how young people are screwed

potentially get even worse. The population of the UK is projected to increase by 9.7 million people over the next 25 years, which means there will be more people, but if we haven’t managed to sort ourselves out by then, what hope do they have? The bank of

than ever before, with higher average incomes than the rest of the population, according to data released by the Institute for Fiscal Studies. The gap in wealth between the generations is only getting larger, and we’re left floundering around with no option but to work ourselves

without mentioning the stream of recent governments who have seemingly done everything in their power to ruin the prospects of young people up and down the country. It’s high time we all stuck up a proverbial middle finger up to the people who are

supposedly elected to represent us but do approximately, erm, nothing, to actually do that. When I was growing up, I wanted to be an actress. Then I wanted to be a TV presenter. Now I want to be the editor of a national newspaper (being editor of my student newspaper just isn’t enough for me I’m afraid). But when I think about my prospects now, I can’t help thinking of the following passage from Chuck Palahniuk’s Fight Club: “Remember this. The people you’re trying to step on, we’re everyone you depend on. We’re the people who do your laundry and cook your food and serve your dinner. We make your bed. We guard you while you’re asleep. We drive the ambulances. We direct your call. We are the cooks and taxi drivers and we know everything about you. We process your insurance claims and credit card charges. We control every part of your life. “We are the middle children of history, raised by television to believe that someday we’ll be millionaires and movie stars and rock stars, but we won’t. And we’re just learning this fact, so don’t fuck with us.”

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many blocks of accommodation including Rutherford that students may feel concerned about walking through on their own. However, it has to be said that safety on campus has been discussed thoroughly due to the tragic events experienced by several students as of late and more recently, which has lead to improvements being made in areas such as Park Wood. More lights have been put in place and Campus Watch staff are often on duty on weekends at night along Park Wood footpath, in order to provide students with more confidence and safety. Another safety procedure put in place recently at UKC,which I think will make students feel more comfortable is the escort service, in which students can be escorted back to their accommodation by a staff member. This is especially

helpful if a student is under the influence of alcohol or even just if they feel safer with another person walking along with them back from anywhere on campus. I believe the safety levels at the University of Kent are acceptable at most times especially when the procedures put in place are used by students. However, the university can only protect you so much without you taking protective procedures yourself. Students must be aware of the dangers and so take precautions to ensure safety. This can include, carrying a rape alarm/whistle, having your phone accessible to dial emergency numbers as quickly as possible, calling someone walking from one place to another to let them know where you are and to keep you company on the journey. All in all kids, be Wicked smart!

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ow safe do you feel on campus as a student? When asked this question I always tend to answer it the same way: it definitely depends on where I am. At night there are parts of campus where I feel safe like: the plaza outside Venue, the Eliot footpath and hugging my frozen bag of chips whilst queuing in Essentials. However, there are actually many places where I feel most vulnerable whilst wandering around at night. I honestly have felt quite terrified walking from Venue to Keynes at night and walking from the Keynes bus stop to my accommodation last year because it is so poorly lit, and Campus Watch don’t patrol as frequently there. The lack of lighting provided between the Templeman Library and Tyler Court is also very disconcerting, as there are

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The real price of online harassment Karisma Indra

ocial media has always had a dark side. More than ever however, I have become aware of a worrying trend of online harassment, abuse, and blackmail. Many individuals are of the opinion that simply turning off one’s computer is a quick and painless solution to this problem. Perhaps at face value this is the case, but delve deeper, and the truth can clearly be seen. Switching off a computer or deleting an account does little to stop the emotional damage of those traumatised by relentless bullying. With the rise of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and various other platforms over the last few decades, it has become easier than ever to become a victim of cyber-bullying. However, some do not even realise that what they perceive as teasing is actually a form of bullying. This is normally easy to curb when dealing with rational individuals, however, due to the individuals involved in these web attacks feeling protected behind a keyboard, often there is no consequence

to vicious attacks and harassment, and arguably this encourages even more severe attacks. It is overly simplistic to say that if the problem is occurring from computers and social media sites, one

merely needs to disconnect from these influences. It seems logical to shut down the source of the problem, however. Much like traditional verbal, physical or emotional bullying in person, the victims of online harassment

are often emotionally and psychologically scarred from their bad experiences on the web, and sometimes these attacks are inescapable . Switching off a computer may disconnect a person from the bullies, but it does little

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to help the low self-esteem or mental torture that a victim of online harassment may inflict upon themselves because of comments that have been made about them on social media or other online forums. The support for these people is often very poor, and many are just given the simple, and unrealistic, solution of turning off their social media accounts, something that is merely a plaster on a gaping wound. The underlying problems resulting from online harassment can be severe, and without proper care can spiral out of control. This is of course not true for everyone, however, it is troubling enough to warrant more care. Undeniably, more is being done to draw attention to online harassment, and schools and universities are offering advice on how to deal with these issues, but we are far from having a working solution to this problem. It is doubtful whether there is ever going to be a perfect solution, but the very nature of this article is a step in the right direction. If one understands the problem, then we are closer to the solution.

A look at cardboard Canterbury Maddy Dunn Newspaper Comment Editor

n the garden of England, a place of luscious green and quaint buildings, Canterbury hides a dark and disconcerting fact: homelessness has doubled in the last 3 years. With charities such as Porchlight expressing that they are currently struggling to cope with the influx of those sleeping rough, one must wonder why the government has not put in place precautions to ensure that individuals do not have to resort to sleeping on the streets. Worryingly, it is likely that this situation is only going to get worse. Shortage in social housing, cuts to tax credits and other austerity related policies of the current government will without a doubt endanger the living standards of our citizens, and potentially leave whole

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families without a home. It is tragic to find out how some of the individuals sleeping rough in Canterbury have been treated. Last year the Huffington Post ran an article on how a Canterbury shop

worker had hosed homeless people with freezing cold water, under the instruction of management. As an individual sleeping rough, you become vulnerable to so many different risks and dangers, subject

to unprovoked verbal and senseless violent attacks that in the worst cases can end in death. Individuals become anonymous and slip through the system, unable to get out of the vicious cycle of

homelessness, and as many charities have outlined, a decrease in their governmental funding will have dire consequences in the long run. However, there are ways to get involved in projects fighting homelessness, and if the government is only making the situation worse with relentless cuts to all sectors, we need to increase the number of volunteers and encourage people’s interest in helping out in our community. Catching Lives, is a brilliant charity that helps individuals coping with living on the streets, providing “basic services” such as food, showers, clothes, and postal addresses, “social and emotional support”, access to ESOL lessons, and literacy classes. If you want to get involved in Catching lives visit http:// www.catchinglives.org/ volunteering/

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Home Alone Jessica Duncan Newspaper Features Editor

he time of term has come when people start to migrate home for the week or weekend for a bit of comfort, but what happens when your family are further away, or it’s too expensive to travel? Even when living with people you know really well, there can still be an unspoken pressure to get dressed and look presentable during the day. There is also the start of most disputes: the washing up, which often quickly piles up. But when there’s just one of you at home (and let’s be honest, takeaways are always a good meal for one), then there’s no need to rush to clean anything, until you run out of cutlery and plates that is. You know that TV show you watch in secret? Well now there’s no need to hide it! Either watching it on the big screen of your TV or simply viewing it louder than normal, there’s no one to moan about it or laugh at the fact you’re secretly obsessed with the Kardashians. Going to the cinema can be a great activity to do alone; no one tries to talk to you during the intense bits, and no one see you cry during the emotional parts. Similarly, eating out alone is quite enjoyable, allowing you to watch other people making small talk at awkward dinner dates and allow you to enjoy your food at your own pace, as well as being able to order as much as you want without worrying. This may also be a great chance for you to try out a restaurant you like the look of, but no one else fancied. Before going out, it is the norm to take selfies, so why not take the opportunity to find your light so that taking group photos is a quicker task, and so you’ll look flawless in every photo. Doing this in an empty house means you can shamelessly move around near each window without anyone saying anything. An obvious thing to do when you’re home alone is to set traps just in case any burglars come creeping around, a few marbles on the floor and a pretend (or real) house party full of guests should do.

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Useful apps for university

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ou’ve downloaded your timetable to your calendar, you’ve used FaceTime to talk to your parents once or twice - who spend the first five minutes of the conversation telling you how wonderful technology is nowadays (only to find that FaceTime seemingly cuts out every two minutes), and you’ve set up a group chat with your flatmates and course mates. However, you’re missing out on making your university life a lot easier if you haven’t downloaded the following apps: Twitter An obvious one, but by following @ UniKent you will actually be able to stay informed on what’s going on at Kent and find out important deadlines and dates. Honestly, I wouldn’t have known when my first year results were out without following this account! LiPP This ingenious new app is brilliant for procrastination! Choose a clip from the selection menu, make a witty voice over and then send to all your friends. Great for bored students. Flashgap Does one person seem to take all the good pictures or toilet selfies in your

group, and you end up with all the blurred photos of the floor? This app solves the problem, get all your friends to download it, start a new flashgap event with all the friends heading out that evening, and use the app to take photos. The photos you all take will disappear in three seconds but everyone in the group will receive them the next day at 12pm. Find Friends A controversial app, but very useful if you’ve lost your phone on a night out. Simply share your location with a friend and they can find your phone for you when you drop it outside of Cuban at three in the morning. My Student Budget Planner Last time I looked, this app had disappeared from the App Store, but it is still available online to download. I

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tried a few budgeting apps and this was the one that worked best for me. You input your budget period, income, and fixed outgoings, and this app will work out your weekly disposable income for you, no need for confusing yourself with Excel spreadsheets. You can then input expenditures into the app and it will tell you how much you’ve got left for the week. It even gives you the option of “get me up-to-date” for extra losses, for when you remember that you ended up going to Venue on a Friday and paid £7 entry, and for additional income, hooray for birthday money! RefME I cannot begin to truly express how much time this saved me last year and probably will save me this year! As a fresher I was bombarded with lecturers telling me over and over again about the consequences of plagiarism. So much so that I started to worry about referencing and the time and energy it would use. RefME came to the rescue. Start a new project and create references by scanning books, pasting in web addresses or manually entering in the references, and RefME will create a bibliography and citations for you. It is effortless to use and will save you buckets of time.

What do you miss about childhood?

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Manon Charles

on’t you ever wish you could press pause on your life? Well how about rewind? Sometimes I wish I was still a child, here’s why: Mum cleaning up after me Picture the scene, you have a pile of dirty clothes in your room, and then one day you open the door and there’s a tidy little pile of clean, ironed clothes sat on your bed. Back in the days when the laundry fairy would take care of everything for you and you didn’t have to calculate how long you could go without washing your clothes before people stopped hanging out with you. The same can be said for dishes. Isn’t it strange how fast dirty dishes pile up now that there’s no one to do it

for us? I have a newfound respect for my childhood cleaning fairy now that I realise how much work must have been involved in the whole process of keeping a clean house (especially considering I can barely take care of myself most days!) The ability to take a nap without feeling slightly guilty Many students would be the first to admit that starting university involves reverting back to some sort of strange toddler/adult hybrid. Nothing is better than coming home from a hard day of uni and taking a nap (or even taking a nap from a hard day of doing nothing!) And although it never stops me, I always feel slightly guilty going to bed at 3pm when every other functioning adult is being productive. But hey ho,

welcome to student life, just embrace it. Not having to fend for myself Nothing is worse than coming home from uni and realising that you have to cook. Now don’t get me wrong, I personally love cooking, but sometimes it would be nice if I could come back from a late lecture and not have to worry about feeding myself. Wouldn’t it be nice to have dinner on the table waiting for you? No responsibilities Bills? Deadlines? Essays? Relationship problems? No thank you. The biggest problem I had to deal with when I was a child was deciding who to play with at playtime, none of this figuring out the rest of my life rubbish. If life is this hard, take me back to my childhood asap!

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Winter Fashion must haves

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ith winter approaching, it’s time to layer up and bring out the thick clothing. Here’s how to stay warm and in style. The cape is a key staple in any girl’s wardrobe, from burgundy to tartan throw it over a knitted jumper, a pair of jeans, pull on some Chelsea boots, and you’re good to go! Keeps you warm and it’s basically like wearing a blanket the high fashion way, as featured on Burberry runways this season. A favourite with celebrities from Kate Moss to Victoria Beckham....what are you waiting for? The leather skirt is a timeless piece for any winter wardrobe. It can be dressed down with an oversized jumper for added warmth, or dressed up with a blouse giving it a rocky edge. Guaranteed to never let you down... just like your best friend! It will see you through many cold winters, and is a great investment. Block knitted dresses seen in abundance this autumn/winter are a retro spin to anyone’s winter wardrobe. Again, for students it’s an easy way to incorporate colours to your 9am struggle whilst being nice and toasty -

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as rocked by Taylor Swift. Animal print can make or break an outfit, depending on the size of print. Wear an understated print top or bottoms with something plain, or go for full impact if you want to make a statement with a two-piece suit, which can look awesome with the right accessories. If you want to be bold, add a bright colour block bag. For casual everyday wear, team with basic jeans and boots. Fur jackets are the holy grail for any girl’s wardrobe. From silver fur to mink faux fur, they will be your saviour during the bitter cold evenings after leaving Cuban, and also very glam! They

can be effortlessly worn over anything and really make a bold statement. You’ll be the envy of all your mates shivering away in their thing jackets! Gloves and hats are an obvious musthave. From fur mittens to cute animal prints to classic timeless pieces like a fedora! Always best to invest in a good pair of leather gloves that are touch screen sensitive so no more cold hands whilst using your phone or laptop on the move. These are so practical and chic that they are a perfect combination. Tartan bags are a cute spin on dull old black and brighten up a dreary day, bringing warmth and statement to any outfit whilst holding the millions of books from Templeman Library, so the bigger the bag the better. Fluffy jumpers are another must-have, from £10 Primark bargain jumpers to the traditional Christmas jumper from Jack Wills (remember your student discount guys), you would be mad not to have one in your wardrobe. Thermal patterned tights lead to cosy snug legs whilst wearing ankle or longer length boots, which you can purchase from Primark - it will be one of the best decisions you ever make! You will never be cold again and they go with basically anything!

10 Useless Facts

Jessica Duncan Newspaper Features Editor

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1. During his entire life, Vincent Van Gogh sold exactly one painting, Red Vineyard at Arles. 2. Certain species of male butterfly produce scents that serve in attracting females during courtship. 3. There are no clocks in Las Vegas gambling casinos. 4. In the Arctic, the sun sometimes appears to be square. 5. Stewardesses is the longest word typed with only the left hand.

Places to visit in Canterbury Ciara Doyle

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f you are new to Canterbury, or if you are just looking for somewhere different to go and explore, here are a few places for you to consider. You may have heard of some of them, others you may not have, but they are all well worth a visit if you are looking to pass the time. The Chocolate Café This popular eating spot is conveniently located in the heart of Canterbury, complete with pretty views of the Cathedral if you manage to get yourself an upstairs window seat. Its alluring name certainly lives up to expectations, with a large array of indulgent treats across the menu. This is definitely the place for chocolate lovers, with chocolate

making an appearance even in the apparent savoury options on the menu. A personal recommendation would be their special crêpes - slathered in melted white chocolate and strawberries, they are pretty delicious. Its relaxing atmosphere and quirky interiors make it a great café stop off if you are looking to satisfy your sweet tooth. Greyfriars Chapel & Franciscan Gardens Also known as the Secret Garden due to its difficulty to find, this is a perfect little spot to go and read or relax, particularly in the summer months. Located off Stour Street, it is well worth discovering if you can manage to navigate the few signposts. Even as we’re coming into the colder months, if you just fancy a nice relaxing outdoor stroll, this isolated spot surrounded by pretty serene gardens is the perfect place to de-stress from your studies. Water Lane Coffeehouse Located en route to Greyfriars Gardens, this place is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the high street, but certainly shouldn’t be forgotten about. A small independent café specialising in artisan coffees, this is definitely worth a visit if you are an avid coffee drinker. The quirky

interior setting and off-the-beaten-track location tick the boxes if you are looking for somewhere a bit different to enjoy your afternoon coffee. Canterbury Cathedral The most well-known attraction in the city of Canterbury is of course, the Cathedral. If you are new to Canterbury, or even if you are not, it is still worth taking a visit - especially since students can gain free access with their KentOne card. The beautiful exteriors and intricately designed interiors make for beautiful viewing. It is worth joining the tourists to go and have a look around this picturesque building and its surroundings. Westgate Gardens & Punting Westgate Gardens is a pretty green spot in the heart of the city, close to the historical Norman archway. If you feel like taking a break away from the bustling high street, these gardens are a lovely spot to have a nice rest, with beautiful views of the river. A great attraction to Canterbury is the fact that punting takes place along the river Stour that runs through the city. You can jump on at several locations, one of these being Westgate Gardens. So if you decide that you want to experience punting and take a unique tour along the river, this is the place to visit.

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6. A healthy (non-colourblind) human eye can distinguish between 500 shades of grey. 7. Lizards can self-amputate their tails for protection. It grows back after a few months. 8. It’s estimated that at any one time around 0.7% of the world’s population is drunk. 9. Like fingerprints, everyone’s tongue print is different! 10. Every time you lick a stamp, you’re consuming 1/10 of a calorie.

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Mumsie’s winter budget-buster vegetable soup Misha Murasovs Ingredients: 1kg (8-10 medium size) tomatoes 1 onion 1 large potato 2-4 chillies (depending on preference) 1 leek 1 carrot 2 garlic cloves Tomato purée Vegetable stock cube Olive or vegetable oil

This delicious vegetable soup is as easy to make as it is delicious, for the modest price of a fiver. It will keep in the fridge for a few days, or it can be frozen for longer storage (just let it cool down before you put it in the fridge or freezer). Photo by Misha Murasovs

Method: 1. Pre-heat the oven to 180º 2. Cut the tomatoes into quarters, place them on the oven tray, and drizzle with olive oil and a pinch of salt. 3. Pop the tomatoes into the oven for 35-40 minutes, to bring out their flavour. 4. While the tomatoes are in the oven, chop the rest of the vegetables into

evenly sized pieces. 5. When there’s about 7-8 minutes left on the tomato timer, heat up three tablespoons of oil in the cooking pot over a medium heat, and add all the vegetables, except for potatoes. 6. Sauté the veggies for a couple of minutes, then add a tablespoon of tomato purée, mix well and continue cooking for another two minutes. 7. By this time, the tomatoes should be ready, so add them and the potatoes to the pot, and add enough water to cover all the ingredients. 8. Add the stock cube. 9. Give it a good stir, add salt to taste, and cook over a medium heat for 30 minutes (or until the potatoes are cooked), stirring occasionally. 10. Finally, you can blend the soup using a hand blender, or just leave it chunky, depending on what you prefer. 11. Serve with some nice bread. Makes six portions.

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Fun & games Puzzles by Matthew Sapsed

Take your mind off the pressures of life... or at least essays... for a few minutes with our puzzles. Across 1. Complete (4) 4. Loop (6) 9. Rain (13) 10. Good-humoured joke (3-4) 12. Topic (5) 13. Student (6) 14. Get lost! (4, 2) 17. Majestic - supreme (5) 19. Obviously (7) 21. Remarkable (13) 23. Kitchen water boiler (6) 24. Dull colour (4) Down 2. Employ (3) 3. Free time (7) 4. Cold (6) 5. Bake (in the oven) (5) 6. City in central England (9) 7. Precious stone (4) 8. Aim (6) 11. Warranty (9) 13. Rue (6) 15. Close of day (7) 16. Rare (6) 18. Initial sketch (of a design, e.g) (5) 20. Toy on a reel (2-2) 22. Cutting tool (3)

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The ultimate de-stressing essay playlist Shalyia Arumugathasan

a hit. This song, which is currently climbing the charts, is essential during the deadline period. The name itself is encouragement enough; it is brilliant for getting you motivated and in the working mood. Adele - “Hello” The glorious, soulful Adele has made an epic comeback, and this new song of hers should be on all of your phones and iPods. This deeply emotional track will most definitely get you through the

t is hard to believe that assignment deadlines are already approaching, but they’re coming thick and fast. It’s that time of term where stress levels are high and you have so much work to do you could cry. So, the best solution to combat this trauma and get you through these stressful times has to be an amazing assignment playlist! Now, for the selection of songs I have picked for this deadline season I have gone completely mainstream, straight from the charts, as there are so many good songs out at the moment. So here are my top five to get you through the essay writing process. Taylor Swift - “Wildest Dreams” Of course Miss Swift had to make the cut for an assignment playlist, as it

emotional rollercoaster that is essay writing. It is a calm song you can just have on in the background, and you’ll know that Adele feels your pain too. Naughty Boy feat. Beyoncé and Arrow Benjamin - “Runnin’’ There is nothing like a bit of chilling out and relaxing with Beyoncé to get you through your essays. This is your home run to get you to the end of that word count and to the nearest glass of wine you can find.

just wouldn’t be complete without her. Swift’s latest single is a semi-relaxed and easy-going song, perfect to have playing in the background while you ponder your next point. Justin Bieber - “Sorry” I understand that Justin Bieber is not always everyone’s flavour of the month, but you can’t deny that every song he releases lately seems to be a hit. Therefore, this song is perfect to keep you going when you get into a flow during essay writing, which sometimes can be a struggle when you really don’t like the topic. Jess Glynne - “Don’t Be So Hard On Yourself” It is safe to say that Jess Glynne is a favourite of everyone’s this year, and there isn’t one song that hasn’t been

Play Me, I’m Yours: Pianos take Canterbury by storm Jessica Duncan Newspaper Features Editor

s part of the International Arts Festival, Canterbury Festival ran in Canterbury city centre between 17 and 31 October. As part of this festival, a visual artwork

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by artist Luke Herram was on show around Canterbury, appearing in places such as Canterbury West Station and Dane John Gardens, as well as many down the high street. The exhibition was a collection of pianos scattered around the city. From children to professional pianists, anyone was welcome to have a go, with the slogan ‘Play Me, I’m Yours’ appearing on each piano, which were decorated individually by local artists and community groups. The festival included music, theatre, dance, comedy, science, and exhibitions, with the pianos being the most interactive. The pianos appeared in Canterbury at the same time as others in Munich, Canary Wharf, and also Hong Kong, connecting the locations through music. The exhibition has been touring globally since 2008, with more than 1,300 pianos being installed across 47 cities, from Paris to London, Hong Kong to Lima, and resulting in it being dubbed the “musical equivalent of Facebook”. The festivities are an annual event

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raising money for the Canterbury Theatre and Festival Trust. The movement has also attracted interest from musicians such as Alicia Keyes and Jamie Cullum, with Keyes calling it “a beautiful and worthy moment for [New York]”, and Cullum stating that it is “such a simple concept that brings out the best in people”. Herram himself has said that

the pianos “act as a catalyst for conversation, and change the dynamics of a space”, and Canterbury’s high street certainly felt this, with music ringing out all over for the last fortnight. People were invited to play the piano and record themselves doing so, photos and videos of which can be found at www.streetpianos.com/ canterbury2015.

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Panned or praised? A review of new film Pan Georgia Henry

s soon as I heard that Warner Bros. were creating a new film based on J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan, I was filled with excitement for this beloved bedtime story to be brought back to our screens. When I finally saw this eagerly awaited creation, however, I was filled with faith, trust… and disappointment. Peter Pan has always been one of my favourite stories, so naturally, I had high expectations. I longed for those well-known and loved characters to be brought to life, using today’s technical advancements to produce a believable and magical movie in a more realistic way than Disney’s original 1953 classic. Okay, it wasn’t all terrible. First time actor, Levi Millar, played the character of Peter Pan brilliantly. He was totally believable, and about the only thing holding the film together. My main issue with this film is one I have with many movies. Filmmakers of today seem to have an obsession with using their entire budget on special effects, meaning that they apparently can’t afford to hire a half-decent writer.

Jason Fuchs’ script was disjointed and empty, completely lacking of any soul or gusto. The entire film was far-fetched. There was simply no logic to the magic. Every shot was so edited and false that it just wasn’t at all convincing. Additionally, the constant artsy-shots and fast-paced action scenes meant that there were only a handful of calmer sequences where the storyline could actually unfold. Obviously I understand that it’s a kid’s film, and I love the likes of Narnia, Harry Potter, and Alice in Wonderland. But this film was pure nonsense, and not in a ‘down the rabbit hole’, fun kind of way. For example, the pirates were introduced into the film by chanting to Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit”, when the film was set in the depths of World War Two. I wonder if you’re as confused as I am to what on earth they were thinking; I was utterly under-whelmed. Overall, Pan had plenty of potential, but the magic of Barrie’s story was lost in the exaggerated nature of the film. This time, Warner Bros. should have saved their creative efforts and left us with Disney’s original classic.

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45 years of a legendary band Cal Crozier

he 40th anniversary of the beloved Queen classic “Bohemian Rapsody” was celebrated on 31 October. The song is a staple of any head-banging car ride or any wild sing-a-long night. As Wayne’s World has so aptly depicted, this particular tune manages to bring people together with its rousing lyrics and distinct musical personality. The song itself has been elevated to a position of holiness, and is universally considered one of the greatest songs of all time. However amazing “Bohemian Rhapsody” is, its popularity tends to overshadow that of other equally wonderful Queen songs that deserve similar recognition for their contribution to music. Plenty of their lesser-known works have flown under the radar because songs like “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “We Are The Champions” have become so ingrained into the social atmosphere that no other piece can possibly permeate that bubble. That is not to say that Queen are lacking in prominence when it comes to music, for indeed they are a fundamental part of British culture and the twentieth century rock music scene. For example, everybody knows the tracks “We Will Rock You”, “I Want to Break Free”, and “Somebody to Love”, which are all magnificent pieces and worthy of their significance. These are all enjoyable songs that are full of energy and vitality and make you want

to sing and dance and play every air instrument in the entire orchestra, and this is why they are crowd favourites. The genius of Queen, however, extends far deeper than just celebration and good times. For those people who are not diehard fans of rock music, it’s more difficult to summon up the desire to delve deeper into the artistry of a band such as Queen, who are known for peculiar crossovers and outlandishly fantastic performances. The exploration leads to many a gem of musical brilliance, including the haunting “Innuendo”, which is very similar in nature to “Bohemian Rhapsody”, possessing bits of opera and drastic changes of style within the song itself. Likewise, inspiring anthems can be found in the lyrics of “Princes of the Universe” and “I Want It All”, both of which are catchy enough tunes to lure you in without the promise of lyrical

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eloquence. Whereas “Princes of the Universe” has a manic and energised tone, “I Want It All” takes a more balanced and measured approach to describing ambition and the inevitable struggle to achieve your desires. “Save Me” and “The Show Must Go On” both serve as heartfelt and emotional ballads that can evoke deep feelings within the listener, and are nice juxtapositions to the many other animated and exciting songs that Queen are more known for. A personal favourite is “One Vision”, an upbeat melody that is preceded by a lengthy intro, and that is perfectly rounded off by the lyric: “Gimme fried chicken”. “The Prophets Song”, “March of the Black Queen”, “Seven Seas of Rye”, “’39”, “A Kind of Magic”, “Heaven for Everyone”, and “It’s a Hard Life” are just a few more examples of songs that you ought to give a try to expand your own musical horizons, for you shall never be disappointed by Queen.

Rudimental feat. Ed Sheeran “Lay It All On Me” The English drum and bass foursome are officially back after the success of their second album ‘We The Generation’, and have teamed up with the hugely talented Ed Sheeran on this track. After their success together with the brilliant “Bloodstream”, the new offering lives up to the hype and is a brilliantly-mixed and smooth song that boasts huge talent from both parties. Little Mix - “Love Me Like You” After the release of the huge single “Black Magic”, which dominated the charts this summer, Little Mix now have a completely different and fresh sound. This new song has a strong 50s vibe, with sugar-sweet vocals and a catchy chorus that sounds like something from Grease. Adele - “Hello” Everyone’s favourite soulful songstress has returned to the charts with a bang. The new offering from the London-born star is everything you would expect: an emotional and heartfelt song that packs a punch with stunning vocals. The singer is sure to be dominating the charts once again with her upcoming album ‘25’, and with this song, it’s clear why.

Peter Andre’s ‘Come Fly With Me’: the review Misha Murasovs

y boy Peter Andre and I go way back, all the way to the days of excessive PDA on the dance floor to “Mysterious Girl”, so you will understand that the first listen to his sure-to-be future classic album is a significant event by all means. With music like this, atmosphere is key, so I have picked out an evening when my housemates are away, and prepared some lavender candles for that extra bit of magic. I have also borrowed some nice speakers, because one simply cannot be mugging oneself off with laptop speakers on such a momentous occasion. So I press play and lie back to the smooth jazzy strokes of the first track on the album, “Fly Me To The Moon”. The band, whoever they are, are on point. With this latest album, Pete is channelling a classy, mature swing

sound. The opening track is smooth, and sets the mood for the rest of the upcoming half hour nicely. Yes, the

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album is only 34 minutes long; all killer, no filler. Caressed by the smooth swinging band and Andre’s matured voice, I drift off into a vision in which my FUBU tracksuit and Air Jordans are transformed into a snazzy suit with a napkin in the chest pocket and suede loafers. I’m in the middle of a packedout 1940s ballroom and Andre is on stage with his band. They’re playing “Ain’t That a Kick in the Head” and I’m instantly compelled to start busting my freshest moves. The whole thing just feels right. As the album moves into its upbeat middle section, I get to really show off my fancy footwork. These tunes are real finger-snappers, with lyrics about love and nice ladies, no doubt inspired by his new wife. Just like she inspired many of these songs, this album is proving to be an inspiration to me and the quality of my moves. By the time the penultimate track

“Mysterious Swing” comes on, I’m ready to be taken to the next level. This tune is a cover of “Mysterious Girl”! I’m in heaven. The intro is smooth, and I’m getting the feeling that it will be a ballad, but then, out of the blue, the whole band kicks in, horns blaring, into an upbeat swing masterpiece! My moves reach scandalous heights, and the crowd is nearing a frenzy. This song is out of control. I look around, out of breath from the mad moves I’ve been busting, and suddenly realise that I’m back in Canterbury. Slightly dazed, I look around my room at the havoc I have created and feel slightly confused as to what to do next. As I’m trying to piece my mind back together, the last song, “Turn it Up”, comes on. It has a strong Michael Jackson vibe, and suddenly I know exactly what time it is. It’s time to hit the dance floor!

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t the start of another month, The Gulbenkian have got loads of great theatre productions on, so why not see what takes your fancy and head over to your on-campus theatre? 6 and 7 November Canterbury Players’ Arcadia The Canterbury Players bring you their version of the award winning Tom Stoppard masterpiece on 6 and 7 November. Switching between scenes set in 1809 and the present day, Arcadia explores the relationship between the past and the present, order and chaos, love and sex, mathematics and physics, and much more. 8 and 12 November National Theatre Live: Hamlet Be sure to take advantage of the opportunity to see Benedict Cumberbatch in the National Theatre’s production of Hamlet. The production is being shown as part of National Theatre Live on 8 and 12 November. 11 November Café Live: Digibury The monthly meet-up event for digital and creative types returns to the Gulbenkian on 11 November. This event runs on the second Wednesday of every month, and gives like-minded people

the opportunity to listen to talks, watch demos, and learn more about amazing ideas in tech, art, digital, and science. 11 November Beauty of the Beast A funny, moving and subversive look at male group dynamics, Beauty of the Beast peels back and uncovers the many faces of man - strength, vulnerability,

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hostility, and what happens when affiliation becomes

identity. 12 November The Pantaloons: Macbeth Another Shakespeare offering on 12 November is The Pantaloons’ production of Macbeth. Sure to be a funny and enjoyable night, The Pantaloons will present a production of this Shakespeare classic like you’ve never seen it before. 18 November Café Live: Gulb Slam A great night of spoken word performances, Gulb Slam is sure to be a great night. This edition features Anna Freeman, a novelist and creative writing lecturer at Bath Spa University, who performs poetry that is very amusing, if a little twisted. 19 November National Theatre Live Encore: Of Mice and Men This National Theatre Live production is a filming of the hit Broadway production Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. The cast is full of big names, including James Franco, Leighton Meester, and Chris O’Dowd. 19 and 20 November T24: The Government Inspector by Nikolai Gogol The University of Kent’s drama society, T24, brings their version of The Government Inspector to The Gulbenkian on 19 and 20 November. This play follows the panic in a town trying to cover up corruption from an incognito government inspector. But do they have the right man? 21 November A Journey Around my Skull A beautiful and beguiling love story told by a neurosurgeon, who casts the audience as her silent patient. Featuring headphone technology and extraordinary sound design, A Journey Around my Skull operates on the ears as well as the heart. 25 November Chotto Desh Chotto Desh, meaning ‘small homeland’ draws on Khan’s unique quality of cross-culture storytelling, creating a compelling tale of a young man’s dreams and memories from Britain to Bangladesh. Using a mix of dance, text, visuals, and sound, Chotto Desh celebrates the resilience of the human spirit in the modern world.

Five poets people should know

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hen the meaning of words transcend traditional boundaries, a poem is born. Such is the bewitching charm of a poet’s creation that the reader can be transported to a valley of daffodils, or a war field where soldiers are charging to their certain death. Every language has produced many great poetic talents. So, in no particular order, here are some of my favourites. Homer Homer’s two famous Greek epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey, are the two oldest surviving works of western literature. Action, adventure, love, cheating, murder, tragedy, everything that’s needed for a present day blockbuster is present in the lyrical verses of Homer. Kalidasa This famous Indian poet was a court poet during the reign of Chandragupta II, and is the most famous poet and playwright in the Sanskrit language. He is also credited to have created his own genre of poetry through his most beautiful poem Meghasandesha, which translates into English as Message Through the Clouds. Shakespeare Considered by many as the greatest writer in the English language, Shakespeare is much less well-known as a poet than as a dramatist. He wrote two narrative poems and 154 sonnets. Venus and Adonis is potentially his most sensual poem, and tells of the passionate love between the goddess Venus and her mortal lover, Adonis. Khayyam Oman Khayyam is a Persian philosopher poet, who wrote 1,000 four-line verses of a mystical poem. It is heavily laden with symbolism, and the absence of an obvious theme is a challenge to a discerning reader. The beauty of words translated from Persian to English by Edward Fitzgerald has made Khayyam’s Rubaiyat a must-read poem. Kipling Best known for writing The Jungle Book and making Mowgli immortal in the hearts of generations, Kipling is a children’s favourite. He wrote 524 poems, touching nearly all possible ideas. The rhythm and liveliness of his poems is what makes them memorable. His most famous poem, If, is an inspirational and thoughtprovoking poem, written as advice from a father to his son.

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Top series to read this November: The Letters Series by Roger Mortimer Karisma Indra

he book series I have selected for this November is the letter series by Roger Mortimer The books are mainly in an epistolary format, an amalgamation of letters written by the journalist Roger Mortimer to his three children, Charles (Lupin), Jane, and Louise (Lumpy). Mortimer has a certain flair for humour: his letters, whilst mundane, carry anecdotes that will keep even the most wary of readers entertained. In Dear Lupin, perhaps the

most hilarious of the three books, Mortimer Senior is constantly exasperated with his son’s antics. The letters are both funny and sentimental; there is no denying the affection and fondness of the bond between father and son. Similarly, Roger Mortimer’s letters to both of his daughters also convey the same sense of fatherly love and affection. The letters provide an insight into a rather typical uppermiddle class British family life in the country (or so we are led to believe). There is a certain sentimentality in these letters, their great personal significance to Louise and Charles Mortimer and their sister, Jane Torday, is clearly

visible. There is something special about this series of novels, they are exactly what you expect them to be. Whilst Mortimer’s letters were perhaps not written with an intent to entertain an external audience, their natural charm and charisma make these books a fun and lighthearted read. As for why they should be read in November, well, for me it is quite simple. These books are fun without being flirty and summery, and are the perfect companion to those who are at ease in front of a fireplace or curled up on a sofa. The Mortimer family’s antics are perhaps not too dissimilar from

anecdotes that we ourselves may remember hearing or being a part of. The true spark in this series is the fact that the family is at the centre, so it’s perfect to read in November on the run-up to Christmas. As you delve into the world of the Mortimers, you will not be disappointed, the books are a true representation of understated British humour.

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Perfect procrastination reading Karisma Indra

t’s that time of year again. Essay deadlines are looming, and you probably want to do something, anything, other than the work you are supposed to do. Here are some of the best reads to avoid essay-writing (and more importantly, referencing!): 1. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Probably Doyle’s best known works, detective Sherlock Holmes is a favourite of British audiences. His clever deductions will draw you into The Scandal of Bohemia and other crimes. Holmes has become incredibly popular since the TV series Sherlock, so if you enjoy crime of any sort, then the genius of Doyle and Holmes are a must. Of course, if you are a student studying criminology, you could content yourself by pretending that this helps with your coursework. 2. Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell Gone with the Wind is one of the longest novels you could attempt to read, but by doing so you will certainly use up a lot of time. Set in Civil War America, the story follows Southern belle Scarlett O’Hara’s struggles as she attempts to grapple with the loss of her true love to another woman. Through a series of trials, we see the true grit

of an undoubtedly flawed heroine, but the deeper into the novel you go, the more invested you become in Scarlett’s successes and failures. This novel can be helpful (rather tenuously for American History students). 3. Harry Potter (the entire series) by J. K. Rowling This series of books should be read at every opportunity. After all what’s not to like, we have an orphaned boy wizard who travels to an amazing school in a castle to learn magic. He meets friendly half-giants, giant three-headed dogs, dragons, and even werewolves. Almost every aspect of a perfect fantasy world is present in these seven books. It is the perfect world to escape into from our own rather dull ones. After all, magic beats essays any day. 4. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is a true gem that many would miss. The story follows the journey of an elderly retired man, Harold Fry, who one day receives a message from an old work colleague who is suffering from cancer. He intends to send a feeble note to his old friend, so goes off to the post office to send it. Instead, Harold walks straight out of his Devonian town and begins to walk to Berwick-upon-Tweed, where his friend lives in a hospice. The story follows Harold’s journey and all the different people he meets on his way to his old colleague.

5. Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John le Carré Le Carré’s Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy has been made into a film starring Gary Oldman and a rather successful BBC television series starring veteran actor, Sir Alec Guinness. Set in the heart of the Cold War, we see the secret service bring back retired spy George Smiley. An unlikely hero, Smiley is tasked with finding the mole in the heart of the circus, the one trading secrets to the Russian KGB. Smiley narrows the suspects down to four potential suspects - one of these four men is guilty, but which one?

’d always assumed that everyone knew the story of Guy Fawkes and the plot to blow up Parliament on 5 November 1605. It’s a seminal event in history, right? To my surprise, when I asked my housemates what they knew about the Gunpowder Plot, no one could tell me any more than Fawkes “tried to blow up Parliament”. No one knew how he was found out or who else was involved - but most surprisingly, no one knew why he did it. In fact, he was only there to light the fuse. The real architect of the Gunpowder plot was in fact Robert Catesby, a gentleman from Warwickshire, and a known trouble-maker. Catesby and his conspirators hoped that under the new King, James I, Catholics would be treated with more leniency than under Elizabeth’s harsh rule. When it became obvious that this wasn’t going to happen, Catesby recruited fellow Catholics with the intention of taking drastic action – they would blow up the King, his eldest son Henry, and the Lords at the opening of Parliament.

The plan was then to instil the King’s youngest son Charles on the throne, with the help of an uprising in the Midlands – thereby restoring the Catholic religion. But as any primary school child could tell you, the plan did not succeed. One of the conspirators found out that his brother-in-law, Lord Monteagle, would be in Parliament on the fateful day. He sent Monteagle an anonymous letter warning him to stay out of Parliament that night, who took the letter straight to the court. With their intentions revealed, Guy Fawkes was caught red handed in the cellars beneath Parliament with matches, riding boots for a quick escape, and the big giveaway, a tonne of gunpowder. Guy Fawkes endured two days of torture before admitting anything about the conspiracy, but the plan was already foiled, the Midlands uprising had been crushed, and the other conspirators were dead, fled, or chained up in the Tower. Fawkes was sentenced to be hanged, drawn, and quartered – the traditional gruesome punishment for treason.

Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief Saul - 6 November The production combines operaticstyle solo arias with lively choruses. The tale follows the biblical first king of Israel, and examines his love and loathing of David, his successor. A Passing Cloud - 10 and 11 November Brought to you by The Royal New Zealand Ballet, A Passing Cloud is influenced by Pacific culture, and has been choreographed by Olivier Award winner, Javier De Frutos. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof - 10 and 11 November This Tennessee Williams play is being performed by the University of Kent’s very own T24 drama society, and follows personal tensions that develop within a family, as untruths that surround their lives become difficult to hide.

The real story of Guy Fawkes

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The Gunpowder Plot has been celebrated in England since that very first year, when King James ordered that people light bonfires to celebrate his divine deliverance from the Catholics. A special service of thanksgiving was ordered by Act of Parliament, which continued in one form or another until 1859. The day has been commemorated in many ways over the years; Cromwell and the Puritans celebrated the defeat of evil Catholics, Charles II celebrated the enduring power of the English kings. 5 November has throughout history been a night to express popular grievances with religion, during James II’s reign, people burnt the Pope in effigy as a show of dissatisfaction with their Catholic king. The tradition remained popular into the 19th century, with Victorian youths using the night to show their discontent with the newly formed police force – in Exeter in 1867 the troops had to be called to control the violence. Now the celebrations are mainly ceremonial, but 5 November is a reminder of a rebellious, explosive streak in English history.

Disco Pigs - 13 November Originally a hit at the Young Vic, Disco Pigs is at the Marlowe Studio for one night only, and follows Darren and Sinead, aka Pig and Runt, as they turn 17 and find their fantasy lives colliding with reality. Godspell - 15 November Another great performance at the Marlowe Studio, Godspell is a fast paced adaptation of Matthew’s Gospel. The score has been put together by the writer of West End hit Wicked, and incorporates jazz, blues, vaudeville, rock, and hip hop. One Man Breaking Bad - 20 November This whirlwind show takes audience members on a rip roaring ride through all 62 episodes of this cult show, with hilariously accurate depictions of all the main characters, this is sure to be a hit.

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Review: Stories from a Crowded Room Connor Sturges

he amount of information I was able to find about Stories from a Crowded Room prior to the performance was minimal to say the least. Whilst queuing for the show outside the University of Kent’s Sports Hall on 21 October, however, it seemed like this was purposeful, as we were told we would receive programmes, but only after the show. Despite being unsure about this at the beginning, it made a great amount of sense at the end. Stories from a Crowded Room focuses on a wide range of themes, including rebellion, relationships, and loneliness, and although each of the themes had been woven into every section of the performance, there were undoubtedly moments where one was key and emphasised through the mix of dance, drama and live music. This was all delivered seamlessly by the ten strong group, consisting of two musicians and eight dancers. The theme of loneliness stood out and was performed perfectly, making me, and I won’t hesitate to say the audience as a whole, emotionally involved in the show. Each element, for example the projection of words and images onto the large white sheets that covered the structure, the talent of the cast, and the use of the slow and soothing musical accompaniment all equated to an emotional response from everyone

there. This theme was seen most clearly when one character, Parsons, chased after his fellow performers around us, leaping in the air in a desperate attempt to catch them; only to fail on every occasion, calling their name in despair. Choreographically, the performance was intriguing and captivating. The contemporary dance shifted numerous times between raucous and gentle; consequently lifting the audience up and down constantly, and creating an emotional roller-coaster of sorts. Rebellion appeared towards the end, with the performers creating a barricade through linked arms, shuffling back together at an increasing pace, whilst one of them remained on the other side, pulling in audience members while screaming along to a heavy rock beat and flashing, colourful projections. In contrast, the performance also consisted of gentler routines, which were nonetheless engaging as couples grouped to tell stories through the

medium of twisting, entwined limbs. I’d argue the only downside to the whole show was that, being on one ground level, there were sections that not all of us could see, leaving me frequently on tiptoes trying to steal a glimpse. Undoubtedly, the strength of the entire show is in its layout and use of space, and how we consequently didn’t just feel like audience members, but participants in the lives that were portrayed. Stories from a Crowded Room is the most immersive and interactive performance I have seen by a long shot. Don’t expect a comfy seat or to be standing still; expect to be touched and moved and breathed-on throughout the entire 60 minutes, whilst remaining in the tent-like structure that is touring the country. Overall, Stories from a Crowded Room will have you leaving on a high with a ‘carpe diem’ attitude. This is definitely a performance not to be missed!

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Review: Stuckism at Studio 3 Gless Fuentebella

tuckism: Remodernising the Mainstreamgives respect to contemporary figurative painting, and celebrates the international expansion of the originally British Stuckist art movement. The exhibition was arranged by the Studio 3 Gallery MA Curating group, in collaboration with some of the featured Stuckist artists, including Charles Thomson, who co-founded the movement alongside Billy Childish in 1999. Emerging in an era where contemporary art is associated with conceptual artwork, digital and performance art, Stuckism is a movement that opposes the socalled conceptual purpose embedded in mainstream art, rebelling against Postmodernist ideals and conventions and arguing the case for “Remodernism”. The movement focuses predominantly on paintings, with artists recycling techniques from the 19th century and taking inspiration from the punk rock genre of the 1970s. Although all of the Stuckist artists belong to the same movement, it’s evident that there is an elaborate

contrast in the mood than can be captured through their work. Jasmine Surreal’s acrylic paintings, for example, generally appeared cartoon-like, where inanimate objects were given faces and brought to life. There is a sense of playful humour in their composition and in the literal titles of the artworks, for example, A Ghost Paints Himself as His Ancestors presents exactly what is stated. The light-hearted mood conveyed in Surreal’s paintings contrasts greatly with Charles Williams’ displayed work. His still-life paintings are composed of dark colours with images of skulls present in each of the pieces. The inanimate objects were realistic and not personified as they were in Surreal’s paintings. Many of the paintings also varied in texture and technique, with some distinctly more detailed and precise than others. The technique used in Joe Machine’s Noah Walks with God consists of detailed lines that vary in thickness, creating a different texture for each image. For example, each wheat grain in the painting has been intricately drawn out in order to be symmetrical with another. The

precision and patience apparent in his paintings differ from Adam Crosland’s Farmyard Dreams, where the technique appears pleasantly child-like, sloppy, and even seems unfinished. Despite these differences, Stuckists share the same idea that figurative painting is about what appears on the canvas. The exhibition allows us to enjoy the paintings in their entirety, appreciating every material element that is physically present. There is no painting that is more valuable than another, because there are qualities to appreciate in each work of art. The exhibition also reflects on a theoretical cycle amongst art and literature movements, such as Modernism and Post-modernism, where ideas from previous movements are recycled and reintroduced as contemporary. It makes us question whether current contemporary art forms too vague and vast? Are they creating emptiness within art that unintentionally loses its value as a physical product? Stuckism: Remodernising the Mainstream is a reflective collection of artworks that are pleasing to the eye and to the mind – it’s definitely an exhibition worth experiencing!

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Technology: The end of conversation? Jessica Duncan

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ack in the days when Google was only a few years old, iPods weren’t touchscreen, and having a phone with a keyboard that slid up was a symbol of status at school, we would panic about pressing the internet button, scared of mum and dad getting the phone bill showing that we have been online. 11-year-olds now have already had an iPhone for years and have access to the big, scary world of the internet. Even more worryingly, toddlers know how to unlock iPads and get to their favourite game, with many horror stories of children buying in-app purchases being shared on Facebook by parents. But it is not just children who

are addicted to technology, with many of us not knowing how to switch off our phones and our brains. It is recommended taking an hour before bed with no technology, unwinding with perhaps a book, although not on an electronic device, a real one, with paper, due to many of us waking during the night to check social media. Just like Faithless sang, “I can’t get no sleep”. This anxiety connected to the demands of keeping up to date with social media is affecting lives and education, resulting in a Hampshire pre-school not having tablets, computers, or screens of any sort for the children, sending them to play outside in any weather instead, the oldfashioned way. Technology is also killing people. Not literally, but inadvertently. The main culprit? The selfie. Whether we admit it or not, we all do it, but some are dying (pardon the pun) to take

photos of themselves. More people have died this year by taking dangerous selfies than have been killed by sharks, proving that the power of the

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internet has no limits with people choosing fame over their own safety. Whilst only becoming popular in recent years, we can blame the internet for the explosion of the selfcentred photo, with Snapchat,

Instagram, and front-facing cameras on phones, exploding in everyday life. Instagram has over 53 million photos tagged with the hashtag #selfie, proving the popularity, let alone those that aren’t tagged. Another photography example is at concerts, with people taking photos on their phone and watching it through a screen rather than watching the performance itself. However with photos, our memories are altered are we remembering the event or the pictures we have seen? We should live in the moment as, along with altering memories, it is also damaging our memory, with us remembering the photo rather than the moment. I rarely rely on myself to remember something, instead, my phone is my second brain, reminding me where I need to be and what I need to do, showing our dependency on something that was originally

merely for communication between two people. The art of conversation is dead, or, as Lady Gaga recently said: “There is something in the way that we are now, with our cell phones and people are not looking at each other and not being in the moment with each other, that kids feel isolated.” I’ve been known to not listen to people while I’m scrolling through my feeds, but I’ve also been the one that’s being ignored. If you look around you in day-to-day life, you’ll see many people with company sitting silently on their own phones, the most soul destroying being in restaurants. So, before we stop talking to each other completely, which has already begun with many people preferring to text rather than call, we should take a moment to put down our phones, tablets, and laptops, and appreciate that we can cope without our phones glued to our hands.

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Sport Upcoming Team Kent Fixtures 11 November 2015 Women’s Basketball Westminster 1s v Kent 1s Men’s Football East London 1s v Kent 1s

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Men’s Fencing The men’s match against Royal Holloway was postponed.

Women’s Hockey

Women’s Fencing The women’s team beat University of Essex 1s 135-29.

Men’s Badminton Men’s badminton’s match against Queen Mary’s University was postponed.

Cardiff Met 1s v Kent 1s

Women’s Hockey 1s The women’s hockey first team lost to Sussex University 1s 2-1.

Men’s Lacrosse Kent 1s v Portsmouth 1s Men’s Tennis Kent 1s v Brighton 1s Women’s Tennis Bristol 1s v Kent 1s

18 November 2015 Men’s Lacrosse Kent 2s v CCCU 1s Netball

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Queen Mary’s 1s v Kent 1s Kent 2s v Imperial College 2s Hertfordshire 3s v Kent 3s Kent 4s v CCCU 3s Men’s Rugby Imperial 1s v Kent 1s LSE 1s v Kent 2s Kent 3s v Essex 2s Queen Mary 3s v Kent 4s Women’s Rugby

Men’s TableTennis Kent’s men’s table-tennis team beat the London School of Economics team 10-7.

Women’s table tennis beat London South Bank 5-0 on 28 October.

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Kent 2s v City 1s Kent 3s v Surrey 3s

Kent 1s beat Imperial College London 2s 46-20.

Sussex 2s v Kent 1s

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Women’s Volleyball 1s The women’s volleyball 1s match against Imperial College London 1s was postponed.

Men’s Rugby 2s Kent 2s were beaten by University of Hertfordshire 1s 15-17.

Men’s Football 3s The match between Kent 3s and Sussex University 3s was postponed.

Men’s Rugby 3s Men’s Rugby 3s lost away at London Metropolitan University 29-5.

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Team Kent’s Week: Wednesday 28 October

Women’s Hockey 2s

The second team didn’t play against Brighton University 2s.

Men’s Hockey 2s Men’s hockey 2s match was postponed against University of Hertfordshire 2s.

Men’s Football Men’s Football 1s 2s Men’s football 1s lost to The 2s beat Imperial College London 2-1.

Upcoming Team Kent Fixtures 18 November 2015 Women’s Badminton UCL 2s v Kent 1s Men’s Badminton Kent 1s v Queen Mary 1s King’s 2s v Kent 2s Women’s Basketball

Men’s Hockey 3s Kent 3s didn’t play against Imperial College London 5s.

Men’s Squash

Kent 1s v CCCU 1s

Men’s Lacrosse 1s Men’s 1s did great in lacrosse, beating University of Essex 1s 2-12 away.

Kent beat Queen Mary’s University 3-2 at squash.

Men’s Basketball Kent 1s v East London 2s Women’s Fencing Kent 1s v Hertfordshire 1s Men’s Fencing Kent 1s v Hertfordshire 1s Women’s Football Kent 1s v CCCU 2s

Brighton University 1s 1-0.

Men’s Football Queen Mary 2s v Kent 2s Kent 3s v Greenwich 2s Women’s Hockey UCL 4s v Kent 2s Kent 3s v Royal Holloway 3s Men’s Hockey Imperial 1s v Kent 1s UCL 2s v Kent 2s UCL 5s v Kent 3s Women’s Lacrosse Kent 2s v Kent 1s Men’s Table Tennis

Men’s Rugby 4s Kent 4s also lost away 72-5 at the University of Hertfordshire.

Kent 1s v Hertfordshire Women’s Table Tennis

Netball 2s Kent 2s were beaten at home 23-48 by Queen Mary’s University 2s.

Kent 1s v Queen Mary 1s

Netball 3s Kent 3s’ match against Royal Holloway 2s was postponed.

Editor’s Note:

Netball 4s Kent 4s were beaten at home 27-42 by King’s College London 5s.

Please note that all match fixtures were correct at the time of sending this issue to print. This is according to match fixtures listed on the British University and College Sports (BUCS) website - bucs.org.uk.

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his is not my first encounter with this team. I am a member and I have been to the training sessions. Nevertheless, I was not going to miss the chance to watch their first game of the season. As we all know, not all teams – even in the English Premier League (a good example being Chelsea FC) – begin their season on the ‘right foot’. Before interviewing the captain of Darwin Evolution, I took the opportunity to watch the match. Darwin EVO V Eliot ACS was definitely a work in progress! One thing you could note from this match is the blistering pace of the game. For the first few minutes, the ball continued to move from one side of the field to the other in often futile attempts to find the net. But let’s agree that the teams were trying to find their rhythm. Actually, one team did ‘find their rhythm’ first. Unfortunately for me, it was Eliot ACS. A sweet volley from the edge of the box sent the ball into the oblivion of the net. Of course, this came much to the dismay of the ever-resilient Darwin EVO. However, they kept up the good work – it was the first match, and the team mates were still learning to play with each other for the first time. The already marred weekend was not getting any better for the boys. Before the first half of the game was over, they were already three goals down. Admittedly, the second half was even better. There were more brilliant tackles, clinical

passes and more chances created. Regrettably, that was not enough to stop the opposition from thumping in another two goals before the end of the second half. Quite predictably, the captain, Jack Bale Evangelides, continued to tell the boys to stay focused. Any leader would not want the competition to be over psychologically before the final whistle was blown. He was aware that being five goals down was a huge loss, but he was also aware that they had to continue to fight. And that is a lesson for us all: continue to fight no matter the adversity you face. I then took the opportunity to have a couple of words with Jack after the game. First and foremost, I’m certain they played well

individually. You cannot rule out the determination of the guys. What I saw was far from disappointing. I saw team chemistry in its infancy, becoming older and stronger after each pass, each chance missed and every tackle made. As far as I was concerned, there was much more to learn from the game than to be annoyed about. Again, I would be a hypocrite if I did not point out a very key obstacle from our players that day. They were in such a hurry to get things right, so much so that they began to lose their feet. This is because everyone wants to be winners. The only task would be to control that yearning. Sometimes, we put ourselves in certain

positions out of anxiety. And as such, we are bound to betray our capabilities.

“There was much more to learn from the game than to be annoyed about” This team has so much promise, and as the cheerful captain generously added: “We just have to work on it.” I believe in the quality the team possesses. There are however so many factors that are sure to hinder the team’s progress this season. For example, many players don’t have Wednesday afternoons off. That would definitely affect our goals in terms of not being able to train due to lack of available time for the team to get together as a whole.

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ent Union’s Vice-President (Sport), Nina Mehmi, has been elected to sit on the National Executive Council for the National Union of Students (NUS). Mehmi was one of only seven people chosen to sit on the NUS Union Development Zone committee on 29 October. The decision was made at the NUS Union Development Zone conference. The responsibility of the committee is to steer the NUS in its work to develop and support students’ unions, and to champion student rights. Nina was elected with the highest vote out of all 22 candidates who ran for a spot, guaranteeing herself a place on the committee, and also a place on the National Executive Council, which means she will be able to put forward views relating to the development of students’ unions, alongside the NUS Vice-President for Union Development, Richard Brooks. Speaking about her election, Mehmi said: “I’m really delighted to have been elected to the NEC out of so many candidates from across the UK. I can’t wait to take forward the student view to the NUS and ensure that Kent’s voice is heard on a national level. “The NUS has become far too focussed on its internal politics and is fast forgetting about its duties to students, students’ unions, and student opportunities. It’s in danger of becoming completely irrelevant and so I’ll be making sure that those in charge are reflecting the needs of our students at Kent and those across the country.” Mehmi’s first National Executive Council meeting will take place later this year, on 2 December.