RAM 2024 - Issue 1

MEET YOUR EXEC p.6

Te Awhioraki and LUSA Exec are the vehicles for your voice across Lincoln Uni. Meet the team that drives this big machine!

WHO ARE LUSA? p.14

Who is the team behind LUSA? How can they help you?

What does LUSA do?

Meet the team!

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Who Are Te Awhioraki?

Te Awhioraki is the Māori Students’ Association at Lincoln University. We represent and advocate for Māori tauira studying at Lincoln University. Providing academic, social and cultural support to all students.

Key Values:

• Whanaungatanga— a sense of family connection.

• Manaakitanga—the process of showing respect, generosity, and care for others.

• Celebrate and respect all cultures.

Purpose:

• Increase culture awareness on campus.

• Create a place of belonging and support for students.

• A place where Māori students can connect with other Māori students and create a positive network.

Key Values: Purpose:

• Whanaungatanga— a sense of family connection.

• Manaakitanga—the process of showing respect, generosity, and care for others.

• Celebrate and respect all cultures.

teawhioraki

• Increase culture awareness on campus.

• Create a place of belonging and support for students.

• A place where Māori students can connect with other Māori students and create a positive network.

teawhioraki.org.nz

Kendall Bramley & Reece Michelle

Tumuaki Takirua

Kia Ora, Kendall Bramley and Reece Michelle are your 2024 Tumuaki Takirua for Te Awhioraki. We are in our 3rd and 4th year of Study at Lincoln University. As Tumuaki Takirua we aim to continue to provide Māori Tauira with the stability and representation throughout university, while also connecting with tauira through events, free kai and cultural connections.

Over the break Kendall has been working on a sheep and beef farm in the King Country, which has been an awesome opportunity and has also allowed her to catch up with friends and family again.

Reece has been interning for Headwaters - a sheep breeding and meat company. This has been an unreal experience moving into a future career. In between mahi, he has been getting out hunting, diving and helping his dad on the family farm.

We both are looking forward to 2024 at LU.

YOUR 2024 EXECUTIVE

Demetrio Cooper President

Elliot Corbin Vice-President

Troy Volman Secretary

Caterina Campese International Rep

Moses McGoon Pacifika Rep

Olivia Crawford Engagement & Media Rep

George Gibbs Disability EDI & Wellbeing Rep

Sam Dryden Sustainability Rep

Luke Robb Postgrad Rep

Demetrio Cooper Tumuaki Takirua

Kia ora, I am the Lincoln University Students’ Association (LUSA) President for 2024 to all the new students, welcome to Lincoln! To all the current students, welcome back! I hope you all had a great summer and are ready to get into studying!

LUSA raises student concerns and gives student input. If you have any concerns and opinions about absolutely anything, please get in contact with me or the exec. It is our job to make sure students have the best time at Lincoln University. Did you know that students pay over $95,000 for student execs salaries? A lot of money comes out of students’ pockets, so we want to make sure you are getting the most out of your money by raising any concerns or opinions about LUSA or Lincoln University.

LUSA’s board meetings are open to all students both in person and online. If you are interested in attending, please get in contact with me. We will be discussing things such as monthly profit and loss, operational report, policies and several other important topics. It is a great way to understand how LUSA works. Previous minutes of these meetings are available on the LUSA website.

We have an executive position (Rainbow Wellbeing and EDI) open for 2024. If you’re interested flick me an email or come into the office. This role includes being the face of the students, representing students in many ways such as on various committees, and sitting on LUSA’s board which provides governance that dictates how LUSA operates. It is a great leadership opportunity, and you also get paid $5,000 (for a full year).

LUSA has existed since 1919 from day one our goal hasn’t changed, we exist to serve the students, so if you have anything you want to change here, I am eager to hear your thoughts and experiences. The LUSA office is on the ground floor of Forbes building so pop in and say hello. Alternatively, you can contact me on president@lusa.org.nz or 03 423 0580

Ngā mihi Demetrio

LUSA is on the lookout for its next Rainbow, EDI, and Wellbeing Representative. As an executive at LUSA, you'll champion the rights and experiences of your fellow students, collaborating closely with various university bodies and clubs. This exciting role involves being a vibrant member of the Rainbow (LGBTQIA+) community, working on EDI and Wellbeing initiatives, and sitting on key university committees.

If you're a student at Lincoln University, passionate about inclusivity, possess excellent communication skills, and want to make a lasting impact, seize this opportunity! ࣘ✨ Drop into LUSA or email manager@lusa.org.nz for more information.

Elliot Corbin Vice President

Kia ora everyone. Welcome all the first years, and welcome back to everyone else. I hope you all had a great summer and are ready to enjoy all the activities available during Ori ‘24!

My name is Elliot, and I’m starting my third year as a Bachelor of Environmental Policy and Planning student. Over the summer, I spent my time apple thinning in Nelson and then travelled around the Golden Bay area. I’m very excited to be on LUSA 24 Exec, and I’m keen to get stuck in and meet some of you.

As the new Vice President, I hope to represent you to the best of my ability. My role will largely comprise of sitting on a few committees and boards as the representative of your collective voice. So, if you have any questions or ideas, come have a chat. I may not have a door, but the open-door policy still applies. The other part of my job will be to cover for Demetrio (your president), when he becomes too swamped!

For the first years that like to plan - during the Club’s Market Day, LUSA will be handing out wall planners with key Uni dates on them, such as exams, field trip, and of course Uni holidays! Additionally, check your course outlines early so you can start to think about what days your assessments are due. Finally, if you start to get overwhelmed with work, the PASS sessions available for some courses are very valuable, and they are a great resource.

Tory Volman Secretary

Kia ora and welcome to 2024.

A big welcome to the first years who I’m sure will enjoy one of their best years at LU, and welcome back to everyone else!

I’m your LUSA Secretary for 2024, meaning I deal with a bit of the admin side of LUSA. Ensuring that what happens behind the scenes for all of you guys is recorded, and I can have input where it is needed, so that students can have the best experience possible during your time at Lincoln.

I’m a second year studying for a Bachelor of Agricultural Commerce. I come from the not-so-sunny Hawke’s Bay and have spent the summer contracting and meeting people from all walks of life within the AG industry.

I’m never shy of a yarn, so if you see me around, come have a chat or ask any questions if something has been bugging you and I’ll try and help or point you in the right direction.

2024 should be a good year, so get stuck in, and make sure you have a look for a club or two that take your interest at Clubs Market Day on 22nd February over at the LU Gym, but most importantly, have fun and enjoy this year and what’s on offer.

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Caterina Campese International Rep

Kia ora koutou, Hello everyone, Ciao a tutti,

Welcome back! I hope you had enough chill days to feel energised and ready for 2024 (I haven’t! I need a holiday to recover from the holiday).

Anyhow, here we are again.

Last year I was your Postgrad Rep (for a short while), and now, this year I am your International Rep. Once again, I am honoured to be your Rep and I hope you’ll feel comfortable to talk to me about anything you’d like to share. I’m sitting in Waimarie, first floor, so just swing by anytime.

We have had some good chats last year around the things you appreciate and those you’d like changed at Lincoln. I want to reassure you that I am not gonna drop any topic, after all many PG students are international students too.

I trust that your 2024 Executive will be able to help you and offer the support you need to make your 2024 the bomb! And I wish you all the best for a great start.

See you around campus. Ka kite.

Olivia Crawford

Engagement & Media Rep

Hey everyone and welcome to 2024!

I’m super excited to be a part of the LUSA Exec this year, and after being in this role for Semester 2 last year, some of you may recognise me! I’m also an RA this year, so first years will be seeing my face around quite a bit I would imagine!

Please feel free to come and have a chat to me about anything that you may be concerned about or want to know more about. I’m more than happy to help or direct you to someone that can help you.

My role is the Engagement and Media Rep, so I help with all things engaging with students, so please engage! Any ideas are more than welcome, and we will hopefully be holding a weekly meeting in Grounded where anyone is free to pop in and have a chat and give feedback etc. Make sure you keep an eye out for RAM on stands or online at theram.org.nz and feel free to send in articles to comms@lusa.org.nz the more the better!

I look forward to meeting all of you throughout the year!

George Gibbs

Disability EDI & Wellbeing Rep

Kia ora, I’m excited to be your Disability, EDI and Wellbeing rep for 2024. I am currently in the research year of my Masters, working on my thesis, and I will be demonstrator for some of the courses here

Outside of uni, I love to volunteer. I will often go to schools to help teach about the importance of insects. I am an avid gardener and cook. I also love to play board games and tabletop role-playing games with my friends and colleagues.

I also love to tramp/hike and explore the world! I love meeting new people and am always happy to tell people about something new I have learnt, maybe fact related, or just a thought that popped into my head!

I aim to be able represent the interests of the students this year and plan to work well with my fellow executives to continue the work of the LUSA exec members before and to expand their work.

I hope you’ve all had an excellent summer and are excited to start a new year in Lincoln. I’ll see you all at Clubs Market Day and if you see me wandering around Waimarie, feel free to com and have a chat!

Sam Dryden

Sustaiability Rep

Kia ora e hoa mā! My name is Sam Dryden and I’m super excited to be your LUSA Sustainability Representative again this year!

I am now in the third year of my Lincoln journey as a Bachelor of Environment and Society student, majoring in Environmental Management and Water Management. In my spare time I also love to embrace my inner creative and adventurer by painting and exploring the outdoors.

Over the summer break I had a lot of fun chilling in my home city of Ōtautahi Christchurch. I hung out with whānau, explored the great outdoors, and worked with the Avon-Heathcote Estuary Ihutai Trust who do INCREDIBLE mahi restoring, protecting, and advocating for the estuary here in Christchurch. I also found joy in taking time for myself to slow down and relax, which is a habit I hope to nurture as we move forward into the new year.

Last year I had so much fun organising Sustainability Week, caring for our campus arboretum, and learning about waste on campus. I especially loved how everyone who came and had a go at our events learnt something new. This year I’m excited to learn even more and grow our passion for the environment together. I love meeting new people, so feel free to come and have a kōrero anytime!

Luke Robb Postgrad Rep

Hi, I’m Luke and I am excited to be the Postgrad Rep for 2024.

I’ve spent the holidays cruising around Central Otago, South, and Mid-Canterbury servicing solid set irrigation controllers and seeing some awesome scenery. I also managed a few weeks away camping!

I am relaxed and ready to kick back into study for 2024, and this year, I hope to bring more of the postgrads together, to enhance our university experience and to introduce some cool new activities along the way!

I’m looking forward to getting to know my fellow and to hopefully get some study done as well!

Any issues, please let me know. Luke.

Moses McGoon Pasifika Rep

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What Does LUSA Do?

Sam Budd General Manager

Welcome to/back to the greatest little Uni in NZ! We hope you are all as excited to get underway with Semester 1 as the LUSA team are!

I was lucky enough to step into the position of LUSA’s GM in Nov 2023 following three years as Events and Sponsorship Manager (and Master’s student) with Lincoln Uni.

Part of what made my role so great was getting to work closely with LU’s diverse range of students, and am excited to continue doing so in the coming year.

As GM, I provide leadership and direction for LUSA in accordance with the goals and objectives set out in the strategic plan and also work alongside and support Te Awhioraki; LU’s Maori Student’s Association.

Like the rest of the LUSA, I am passionate about ensuring that you all have the best possible experience whilst studying at LU. Outside of LUSA, I am an avid dog lover, runner, horse rider and DIYer.

Whether you spot me in the LUSA Offices in Grounded or around the Uni helping the team deliver some wicked events, activities and free food, please say hello!

I wish you all the best for 2024 and look forward to meeting you all!

#bringbackgardenparty2024

Kate Lindsay Student Advocacy & Voice

My name is Kate Lindsay and I work in Student Advocacy and Voice at LUSA.

I am originally from England and moved here with the family in Jan 2011 (just in time for the Feb earthquake!). Prior to that I lived in the USA for 15 years and worked on Cruise Ships in the Caribbean for several years too, so I’ve been living overseas for a long time and certainly fulfilling that travel bug! We now finally call NZ our home and don’t anticipate any more moves.

LUSA is 100% independent from the University which means the advice we provide will always be in your best interest.

Our student advice and support service is completely confidential and can help you understand your options, rights and responsibilities. We are here to help you with any issues you may be having, such as academic, personal, financial and all things in-between. However, we can also work collaboratively with the Uni if and when needed.

I also look after the Student Course Representatives. Keep an eye out at the beginning of the semester when your lecturers should talk about the program. Don’t be afraid to get stuck in and volunteer to be a Student Rep, it makes for great CV fodder and of course the satisfaction that you are helping to enhance the student experience for your peers here at Lincoln Uni!

If you are interested in becoming a Student Rep let your examiner know. Alternatively pop in and see me in the LUSA office or flick me an email if you prefer.

Welcome to Lincoln Uni and all the best for 2024!

Bridget Marshall

Accounts Administrator

Hey, I’m Bridget and I am the Accounts Administrator for LUSA. Other than managing our accounts, I also look after club grants & reimbursements, ordering the LU merch that you can find for sale on our website or in the LUSA office, and organising the free food that we love being able to give out to students!

Have the best year at Lincoln! Have fun, be safe and we’re here if you have any questions.

Julia Wills

Communications & Engagement Coordinator

Kia ora, I’m Julia, your RAM editor and comms coordinator.

RAM provides a voice for LU students that is independent of the Uni. I publish your opinions, concerns, and creative talents. RAM is for students, by students (with a little help from me!)

I also host LUSA’s social media platforms. If you’d like to share, sell or promote something student-life related, you can post directly to the ‘LUSA Noticeboard’ on Facebook.

Be sure to follow our socials for all event info, ticket links plus more.

I work part-time and outside of work, I love to hang out with my girls at the pool or at our Bach in the Abel Tasman, where our Border Terrier, Oscar loves to swim out to every boat that arrives! I also love boxing, cocktails and dancing in town and gardening.

Be sure to submit something in RAM magazine this year, you never know, you may win ‘article of the year’ at the LUSA Best Awards!

Coming Soon... Events & Clubs Coordinator

This role is to create and deliver all LUSA events, from a free food giveaway to Winterball, and to also help look after all Clubs on campus and any club related questions alongside Laura.

Laura Cammock Design & Clubs

Hey, I’m Laura. Welcome back or welcome to Lincoln Uni!

I’m the graphic designer here at LUSA. Basically what that involves in a nutshell is designing posters and social media content for the events that we run, keeping LUSA’s website up to date so you can find the info you need quick as and also helping clubs with their design needs whether that be logos, posters etc.

A little bit about me, I have just spent the last year off on parental leave with my daughter who is now nearly one! I have no idea where that year has gone, but it’s true when they say time flies when you’re having fun. Outside of being a mum, I love a good craft, DIY or reno and my list of things I want to create is waaaay too long. I enjoy camping during the summer, baking and reading which I wish I had time to do more often!

Anyway, that’s enough about me. If your club needs design help, please reach out!

MARKET CLUBS

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LUSA CLUBS

One of the best ways to optimise your University experience is to join a club!

Clubs provide the opportunity to meet new people who share a common interest, make friends, experience something new, and develop skills outside of the lecture theatre!

Club involvement also looks great on your CV when you’re applying for jobs down the track! Employers often look at extracurricular activities as an important gauge of a student’s interpersonal, organisational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

Fancy Starting a Club?

If you can’t find a club you want to join, you can start one!

Visit lusa.org.nz/starting-a-club for more info or pop into LUSA.

Promote Your Club Here!

This space is for your club to share info about your upcoming events or to promote your club to get more members, or write about what you’ve been up to!

Check out our affiliated clubs here: lusa.org.nz/clubs

LUSA’s Club House

The LUSA Club House is your ideal meeting space for club events, paint and sip, pot lucks, AGM’s etc.

The space is for the students and their affiliated Club, so let’s use it!

It’s got a meeting space, cooking facilities, and beaut yard for some Back Yard Cricket! It’s right beside the corner of Calder Drive and Ellesmere Junction Road.

To book, or to have a look, just get in touch with LUSA at clubs@lusa.org.nz

Hey! Lincoln Young Farmers is a club which encompasses networking opportunities, fundraising events, professional development, and most of all heaps of fun and socailising!

No matter your level of involvement with farming, Lincoln Young Farmers has something to offer for everyone!

The large group of like-minded individuals will have the opportunity to help develop their leadership skills when organizing some of the highlights of our annual calendar

Currently these include the likes of our fundraising events such as the Hunting Competition, Speed Shear, Bark Up as well as two weekend trips and two day trips where we get out and about networking within the rural community!

Alongside these, other opportunities such as the Young Farmer of the Year District Competitions are heaps of fun and a great way to learn some new skills!

Our club holds monthly meetings where we discuss upcoming events, give recaps about the past month, possible guest speakers and of course a good yarn with uni mates of all ages!

UPCOMING EVENTS

First Meeting held on the 26th of March @ Grounded 5:30pm meet 6pm Start Tasman Regional qualifier for Young Farmer of the Year On the 1st and 2nd of March held in Chch. Come to the first meeting for more info.

1st weekend trip to Marlborough 8-10th of March Tickets will come on sale on the 28th of Feb at 1pm First in first served

How to become a financial Member:

Scan the QR code -> this will take you to NZ

Young Farmers website

Sign up in the month of March to get $20 off

Must be a financial member to go on trips

Once you have signed up, request: Lincoln Young Farmers Financial Members 2024 on facebook

Follow us on our socials:

Instagram: lincolnyoungfarmers

Facebook:lincolnyoungfarmers

Snapchat: linconyfc

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The Wellbeing Team of professional counsellors and social workers offer you confidential and FREE* counselling and wellbeing support, often with a same-day appointment.

We meet you where you are at and support you to work towards your goals. We are inclusive and welcome people from all walks of life. We can also link you with specialist services and supports if needed.

We believe that people are at their best when they have balance across all areas of life and wellbeing – mental/taha hinengaro, social/taha whānau, physical/taha tinana and spiritual/taha wairua.

Our work is informed by Te Whare Tapa Whā, The Fonofale Model of Health and The Five Ways to Wellbeing. If you choose, our team can work collaboratively with your GP, Inclusive Ed, Te Manutaki and more!

We also provide a range of workshops, events and campaigns to keep you well and healthy.

WHERE TO FIND US?

Ground Floor and 2nd Floor of Hudson.

HOW TO GET AN APPOINTMENT:

We are open business hours and there are many ways to get an appointment.

VISIT: Student Health Reception

Hudson, Ground Floor

PHONE: 03 325 3835

EMAIL: healthsupport@lincoln.ac.nz

BOOK ONLINE:

portal.managemyhealth.co.nz/ or the Manage My Health App To talk with a counsellor 24/7 text or call 1737

Did you know

LU

has a Disability & Injury Support Service?

LU’s Disability Support Service is facilitated by Inclusive Education, and we are based in HUD 004/005 and you can contact Filia and Penny at inclusive@lincoln.ac.nz

We can help work out a plan for upcoming assessments including extensions to assignment deadlines, extra time, rest breaks, separate room accommodation, and allowing you to bring in medication to your tests and exams.

When to Contact Us

Here are some scenarios in which you might need to contact us (these situations have actually happened to students):

You have a great night out in town and decide to scooter home after a few bevies. You hit a stone at full speed and careen into the spoiler on the back of a car. The spoiler hits you smack on the bones around your eyebrows, and you need surgery and a few days of hospitalisation. Your parent contacts our service and asks us to liaise with your course Examiners, which we do.

You play rugby and sustain a head injury during a game. The doctor advises that your recovery may take up to six weeks. You are advised to contact Inclusive Education. You don’t, and figure ‘she’ll be right’. You sustain another head injury in rugby a few weeks later, and your symptoms become worse – you have trouble processing information, cannot stand to be in bright light, and cannot concentrate for more than 20 minutes. Your doctor advises you to register with Inclusive Education, which you decide to do.

While sitting in a lecture one day, you experience your heart racing, hot sweats, and feel like you can’t breathe. This continues on and off for a month and you are wondering what on earth is happening to you. You go and see your GP at LU Health Centre and a referral to Inclusive Education is initiated. Inclusive Education contacts you and invites you to attend a meeting to discuss what academic support you might need. You decide that you would like your Examiners to know of your medical condition and that there may be times when you need to leave a lecture early and may need an extension on assignments due to your symptoms. Inclusive Education contacts the Examiner and provides this information to them.

You are in the last semester of your 3 year degree and are advised that you have just been diagnosed with a degenerative back condition and that there is a possibility you won’t be able to continue in your chosen career. You contact our service in distress and want to know what you should do. We initiate contact with the LU Wellbeing Team and attend as support in a meeting with your Programme Coordinator and LU Careers Centre to discuss your options. You find that you do have options once you get the advice and guidance you need to make an informed decision.

You are a diligent student and attend all your lectures in person and seek extra help from your Examiner when required. Your grades don’t reflect the hours and hours of extra time you are putting into your study, and your course Examiner has quietly mentioned that it might be best to see Inclusive Education to discuss a diagnostic assessment for a Specific Learning Disability (e.g. Dyslexia). They have noticed that when they converse with you about the subject matter, you know your stuff. However, your writing style and spelling show a discrepancy. You come and see Inclusive Education and we discuss your options with you and support you to contact an assessment provider.

You are in the 3rd year of your degree, are in your first trimester of pregnancy, and have terrible morning sickness. You wake most days feeling very ill, unable to concentrate, and struggling to get to some of your lectures on time. You contact Inclusive Education to register and ask that your Examiners be advised of your situation.

You are in your 2nd year of study, and a full-time student, studying 4 courses and receive Student Allowance from Studylink.

Over one 3 month period, you have 2 people pass away, who are close to you, are asked to vacate your flat, find out that your parents are separating, and your mental health takes a dive.

You see the LU Health Centre and are advised to contact Inclusive Education to discuss your options.

You decide that doing four courses is too much for you to manage and want to withdraw from two courses.

Inclusive Education supports you with contacting Student Administration for the withdrawal and assists you with completing a Limited Full Time Study form for Studylink which allows you to study less than full time and still receive Student Allowance.

How to Contact Us

At Inclusive Education we know that life happens, and events and situations occur that can impact your academic success. We are here to help you at whatever stage of your study you are at. If you are unable to contact us due to injury, you can ask a parent, caregiver, or friend to contact us on your behalf.

Contact: Filia and Penny to discuss how we can support you.

Email: Inclusive@lincoln.ac.nz

20 FEBRUARY 2-2:45PM

@ THE LIBRARY - THE LOUNGE (GROUND FLOOR TO THE RIGHT)

3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

MONTHLY TOPIC: CONNECTION

Each month join us for a chance to connect with others and explore new wellbeing topics It can be hard to know how to get started building connections, so we’ll discuss and practice some tools and tips - come join us for a free hot cuppa and snack

To request a future topic or calendar invite, email Miri: miriam bartlett@lincoln ac nz

Just show up or register via the QR code below

Facilitated by Toni Lubbers & Miriam Bartlett

LU Counselling & Wellbeing

https://www supersaas com/sch edule/lincolnunz/workshops

STUDENT BUDDY PROGRAMME

The Kaiwhakarite Tauira, Student Buddy Programme is made up of a group of current LU students who volunteer their time to help you settle in to life at Lincoln. These fellow students know that starting uni, or even just returning for another year, can be both exciting and overwhelming. They are here to help you settle into your uni day-to-day routine and are able to answer any questions you have about uni-life, living in Christchurch, where to go for help...anything really!

Anyone can join the programme!

Simple scan the QR code on the advert, or email experience@lincoln.ac.nz

From here, Jayne (the First Year Student Advisor) will email introduce you to the Student Buddy you will be paired up with. This will be your ‘go to person’ who will be able to help you feel more comfortable.

There are a couple of places that you will find the ‘Student Buddies’.

They can be spotted by their hoodies and t-shirts and on Tuesday’s, they will be in Grounded - your student space, between 12-1pm.

Come and eat your lunch with them, have a yarn, play a game or just sit and hang out.

They will also be at Clubs and Markets Day during Ori, at the Wheako Tauira, Student Experience teams stall, so be sure to go and say ‘Hi’.

A good One is securing belongings

Don’t let Teddy get stolen.

Tip #1

Disability is a binary term. In other words you are either disabled, or you are not. It isn’t a term that we need to be uncomfortable using, it is just a factual observation. It tells us nothing about a person’s ability, intellect, or experience. It simply says, in one way or another, their body works differently to what we define ‘normal’ to be.

Handicapped is a Golf Term

By Emily Osborne the Iconic Club President

If you have further questions about this article, feel free to reach out to George Gibbs, your LUSA Disability, EDI (equity, diversity, and inclusion), & Wellbeing Rep or Filia Marks at Inclusive Education!

Tip #2

Treat everyone as human and equals. Sounds obvious, right? But many disabled people experience infantilisation (a fancy word, that means people treat them like they are a young child and not competent). At LU we have passed the same entrance requirements you did, and we have to pass the same course and degree requirements. We are the same as any other student.

Disability is a taboo subject for many people, so I am here to break through those barriers and talk about why it isn’t taboo and how your language matters. Disability should be treated the same way we treat ethnicity and sexuality. It is part of our identity, our existence, and effects how we interact with the world. My name is Emily, I study food innovation, and I am disabled.

This article is filled with tips and tricks for interacting with disability, and not looking like you have the social skills of a potato.

Tip #3

Don’t comment on visible disabilities. This could be someone using a mobility aid, using a fidget to help their focus, walking in an unusual manner, or administering medications.

We deserve as much medical privacy as anyone else, and questions about our disability can leave us in an awkward position.

We either have to share private information, or we sound rude saying “I don’t want to talk about this.”

Tip #4

You can look at us! This sounds weird, but most people have been taught “Don’t Stare!” which is true, but you don’t have to avoid looking at us or talking to us! We are just ordinary students. You can come say “Hi”, have a conversation, have a look at our mobility aid (just don’t comment, unless you want to tell us how much you love the colour!), etc.

Tip #5

Know your terminology!

Disability has changed a lot over the last few years, and chances are the words your grandparents use for disability are no longer acceptable. Why?

Well, it’s because disabled people didn’t have a say about how they were talked about!

Labels were created by able bodied people that further isolated us. So, we took our identity back, and decided for ourselves what we want to be called. See over for a breakdown of what is and isn’t acceptable!

Disabled

Disabled is not a bad word. It is how we identify.

Neurodiverse

Cause all brains are different!

Chronically Ill

This simply means a long term condition that makes you feel DiSgUsTiNg!

Retard

Never to be used for people.

Cripple

No No No, absolutely not. This is outdated and can be used as a slur.

Handicapped

A term used in golf. Not for people.

Special Needs

Our needs are human needs, they are not special, they are not an afterthought, they are basic human rights.

Differently Abled

Don’t. Just please don’t.

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HORRIBLESCOPES

Aquarius

January 20 – February 18

You’re being chased by a swarm of angry bees. Luckily they’re far away so if you keep going they won’t be able to catch up with you.

Still, remember to be kind to bees - it’s not their fault that they’re angry. We’ve totally screwed them over. Don’t be a dick about it.

Want to be a morning person? Every day before you go to bed fling yourself into a tree. You’ll wake up with the birds… WHO HURT YOU?!!

Stop trying to be so productive all the time. Maybe have an early night, try to get some sleep, or read a book at bedtime or something.

You know that old joke about two people in the jungle who get chased by a lion. One says: “We’ll never be able to outrun a lion.” The other says: “I’m not trying to outrun a lion. I’m just trying to outrun you.” Well that. But you’re the lion. And it’s no laughing matter.

Shit or get off the pot. Can’t you see that there’s a queue here? Other people desperately need to use the loo. Do your business as intended or accept that you won’t, pull your pants up, and get out of there. Either way remember to wash your hands. You’re not an animal.

Pisces

February 19 – March 20

Some days you’re the mouse. Other days you’re the cheese. This week you’re mostly a mouse made out of cheese being chased by a great big cat who’s lactose intolerant. Who or what is the cat in this metaphor and what does it want from you? That’s what you need to work out.

Your heart’s in the right place. In a jar on your desk. Next to the much bigger jar of formaldehyde that contains your twin. Why did you kill your twin? And why did you put it in a jar on your desk. That’s a stupid place to hide a body. This week you bury it in the woods.

It’s all a load of old bollocks, really, isn’t it? This horoscope nonsense. Do you think that if I stopped writing them anyone would notice? There’s so many star signs to make shit up for. I am wasting my life! Talk to strangers. Beware of cats. Your lucky number is seven.

Life is a journey. Time is a truck. You are roadkill. If you don’t want to be roadkill then get on the bus. It’s a long journey so you might want to go to the toilet before you set off. And, remember, it’s much easier to ride the bus in the direction that it’s going.

Aries

Are you insecure about something? You should be! Here’s the secret truth about something you don’t know but feel insecure about anyway. Followed by 10 completely made up reasons that anyone will read anything so long as it’s a list. Self-help doesn’t help. Help yourself.

This week will be your best week in about the last 10 years. Or it won’t. Either way you’re still here. You have everything you need. And, short of a great big neon sign pointing in the direction you need to travel, you know exactly what you need to do. Chin up. Fight on.

You ever noticed how Libra sounds a bit like library? That’s because your natural habitat is a library. I made that up but go to a library this week. You’re allowed to drink tea and eat flapjacks there to your heart’s content so long as you don’t get anything on the books.

This week you have imposter syndrome. That’s good because you’re a total fraud. Nobody loves you. Everybody knows. I’m just kidding. Stop beating yourself up about nothing you sack of shit. Like I said I’m just joking. Just believe in yourself. You’ve totally got this.