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Dechlan Jarrett “I WILL WORK VERY HARD TO PROVIDE UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER STUDENTS WITH THE BEST EXPERIENCES POSSIBLE” Newly elected and raring to go. Ross Mushet ÀQGV RXW what Dechlan Jarrett has planned for the CSU and whyhe advocates “freedom” and peoples right to choose.
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his year’s election for the new Student’s Union president was shrouded in controversy after it was found that the online voting system could be rigged. Voters who knew the student numbers and passwords of others could log in and vote more than once. The uproar meant that the hundreds of votes cast were scrapped and voters had to turn out in person to cast their decision once again. Thanks to hard work from the current CSU team and a massive 1,091 votes later Dechlan Jarrett was crowned
the new president and boy he has plans. From the Shropshire town of Telford, Dechlan is FRPLQJ WR WKH HQG RI KLV ÀQDO year studying sports and excercise science. ARE YOU A BIG SPORTS FAN THEN? “I am a massive sports person, I like allsorts of sports. It is DERXW NHHSLQJ ÀW DQG KHDOWK\ My main sport though has got to be football.” WHAT FOOTBALL TEAM DO YOU SUPPORT THEN? “Well I kind of follow three teams. I support Manchester
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HOW DO YOU THINK THE ELECTION CAMPAIGN WENT? “Apart from the chaos surrounding the voting system the campaign went extremely well. The support I received was mind blowing. People obviously agreed with what I had to say.
ONTO SERIOUS MATTERS, WHO ENCOURAGED YOU TO STAND FOR PRESIDENT? ´7KH YHU\ ÀUVW SHUVRQ WR PHQWLRQ LW ÀUVW ZDV P\ EHVW friend from home, Dominik Wakelin. Although, I am sure he just wants to me to stay in Chester so he has somewhere to stay after a night out. The ÀUVW SHUVRQ ZKR WKRXJKW LW EHQHÀFLDO WR WKH 8QL ZDV 3HWH Last. He has been wicked throughout. He was backed up by another good friend, Diva.� Dech’s campaign poster was probably the best one!
Dechlan, Diva and Pete before a night out. WAS SHE NOT ON THAT CHANNEL 4 PROGRAM SHIPWRECKED? [Laughs] Yes, she was!
WHAT DO YOU THINK THE UNIVERSITY IS IN DESPERATE NEED OF? “In total honesty, aside from the Warrington bar staying open, there is not a need for anything as such. Those who are here, to study for their degree, can enjoy a vast amount of sports and societies during the day and good nights out. But, we all have to remember students are here to get a degree.� BUT WHAT WOULD YOU SAY NEEDS ADDRESSING?
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WHAT’S YOU FAVOURITE TIPPLE ON A NIGHT OUT? “Erm, well my favourite drink is Southern Comfort with a hint of lemonade. But I need a pint of lager to start me off!”
ANY FINAL THOUGHTS? “Go out enjoy yourself but remember the work. Get on your studies, get on the library, get on the gym! Get ONNIT!”
CSU SUMMER BALL, ARE YOU GOING TO IT? “I am going yes, have my ticket. I have never been before so I am really excited for it.”
THANKS ALOT DECHLAN! “My pleasure!”
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WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO THOSE UNSURE ABOUT WHETHER TO GO? “To those who are unsure, if you are leaving this year especially, what better way is there of saying goodbye to your university experiences and friends. Plus a DJ set from Pendulum what more could you want?”
Your New Chester Students Union sabbatical officers. President: Dechlan Jarrett Vice-President: Jason Mason [Chester] Vice-President: Sam Wright [Warrington] General Manager: Laura Pearsons
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academic year in September. I DP FRQÀGHQW WKDW WKH ULJKW candidate was picked. Honest, straight talking and as he admits, very approachable. The CSU could have been worse off but fortunately the students know what they want and clearly think Deccy J (as he is known) can deliver. Roll on September! Words: Ross Mushet Photos: Dechlan Jarrett and Ross Mushet.
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HERE is a preconception that all students do is drink and party while the academic work is given second priority. Now while this maybe true for a small minority the majority of us have our priorities sorted and as a result work hard in order to play hard. Exam time can be stressful so therefore we at fusion have come up with a quick social guide of all the best places to party the night away and where you can go for a foaming afternoon pint. Be sure to check out September’s edition of fusion for a full guide for all the freshers.
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anniversary Beans, which used to be held at RBs, takes place every Monday. Tickets are on sale on the day from mid-afternoon in the SU bar. Mike Hannigan, director of Beans, said: “This night is always jam packed regardless of the occasion. With an indie, GDQFH DQG FKHHV\ SRS Ă RRU there is something for everyone.â€? Cruise offers WKUHH Ă RRUV DOO WDVWHIXOO\ GHForated and with good drinks prices it is always a hit. Other nights at Cruise include Pure on a Thursday and the weekend is always booked with entertainment with past acts ranging from Ollie Murs to Miniviva. Be aware however at the weekend prices are quite steep for a student budget and it is over 21s only.
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