RAM Magazine - Issue Rima

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori

President Amy Wells

Kia ora koutou

Welcome back to term four!

The next six weeks of lectures will fly by! Hopefully you had a chance over the break to catch up on uni, earn some money and catch your breath.

This term we welcome three new LUSA executive members: Olivia (Engagement & Media), Navami (International), and Caterina (Postgraduate). We are excited to have them on board.

You may have noticed last term we gave out free food at least once every week. Keep an eye out on the LUSA Facebook and Instagram pages for this term’s free food events.

This week is Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori. Keep an eye out for all the awesome stuff Te Awhioraki has planned. Coming up this

term we have our LUSA elections. If you’re keen to represent the student voice in the university’s decision making process, organise events for students, learn new skills and make the student experience the best possible, we would love to have you join the team. Have a chat to any of the current exec if you want to know more.

Coming up also is the General Election. Make sure you vote!

As young people, it can be challenging if there’s a lack of representation and lack of action on issues that we care about. However, politics belongs to those who turn up and vote. There are 400,000 students in Aotearoa which is a pretty sizeable group if every student voted. So find who best aligns with what you want and vote!

We’ve got some candidates for the Selwyn electorate speaking on campus on September 27th which might help you decide.

As always, if you’ve got any questions or concerns, pop into the LUSA office, or send me an email at president@lusa.org.nz

Ngā mihi.

VICE-President Demetrio Cooper

Hello all, The NZ General Election is almost here, and the team and I have been working hard to deliver a panel of local MP’s to you on campus. So far, we have confirmation from 3 parties and 2 being tentative. The panel is on the 27th of September in S2 from 1-2pm.

Posters are currently around campus with a QR code. If you scan it, you can submit your questions there.

We are also currently working on getting some people from the electoral commission to come out to campus to help with enrolling.

If you’re thinking; ‘darn it, I missed the chance to run for MP of Selwyn’, well, the next best thing is upon us the 2024 LUSA Executive Elections. If you have

any interest in running for VP, send me an email and I’d be happy to discuss what the role is in more detail.

Rainbow, edi & wellbeing rep

Arabella Dudfield

Kia ora koutou, I’d like to extend a warm welcome to Navami, Olivia, and Catarina, who have recently become valuable additions to the LUSA Exec team, taking up the roles of International, Engagement, and Postgraduate positions.

It’s awesome to have you on the team and I look forward to working with you.

Time is flying, and we’re already well into Semester 2. These past few weeks have been nothing short of fantastic. With heaps of club events and activities taking place across campus. Including SPACE Ball, International Quiz Night, Sex Quiz, AGLS Networking panel, and more.

As we draw closer to the pivotal phase of the semester, I want to emphasise the importance of prioritizing your mental wellbeing. This becomes even more crucial given that Mental Health

Awareness Week is just around the corner in September. We have some incredible events lined up for that week, so stay tuned to our social channels for updates.

Free feel to reach out if you need anything, I’m normally hanging around LUSA office or just an email away! Good luck for the rest of Semester 2.

Ngā mihi.

Wilcox, Cambridge Stud and a goat milking property near Morrinsville.

For those who are in their final part of their study keep it up! You’re almost there with the final hurdle of exams. There’s some really interesting events happening during Mental Health Awareness Week which is the 18th to the 24th of September.

Disability, edi & wellbeing rep

Cam Holmes

I hope everyone has enjoyed the first half of semester 2 and are getting a well deserved break for a few weeks before the slog to the end of year.

I went to the Food and Fibre Awards at the end of last term which was great for networking and catching up with people you know in the industry. Congratulations to Lauren Jones on organising a great event.

I’ve been on the MGMT317 field tour to the North Island during the mid semester break which was quite interesting. Going to a bunch of places including

Hello! My name is Olivia and I’m your new Engagement and Media Rep. for the remainder of Semester 2. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Commerce in Agriculture and I have a passion for the Agricultural sector, especially sheep farming.

I’m from a little place called Waikoikoi which is located in the deep south. Lincoln is a special University and part of what I want to do is to help ensure that everyone has the ability to access the things they need to succeed throughout their journey at Lincoln. Currently I sit on the Student Experience Board where we discuss how better enhance the experience for students at Lincoln University.

I have thoroughly enjoyed this experience and saw this as an opportunity to further engage with the student body and help bring essential ideas to the table to get the ball rolling!

Diversifying the RAM is an avenue that I am keen to explore and see what we can expand on within the university and overall encourage student engagement as much as possible. I am open to learning more about this role and what I can do, to help make Lincoln a safe and encouraging place for everyone!

Kia ora koutou, I’m Caterina, but you can call my Cata. I am honoured to be your Postgraduate Rep.

I have been an advocate for mates’ right since I have memory. In kindergarten I was the one telling the teacher that we run out of crayons and that, that older kid was eating that other kid’s snack. I am not gonna miss my chance here at Lincoln University to protect students’ rights. Since I’ve arrived at LU, little less than one year ago, I have already been involved in the writing of a petition to improve international students’ health insurance policies and I have stood in the front-line reiterating post grads’ need of having computers/laptops provided by the University as well as other indispensable hardware and software. I have also been one the post-grad student involved in the recording of videos, within the Zealand Union of Students’ Associations project, reporting the miserable stipend- situation that postgraduates live with.

I am a very dynamic and energetic person that will always be ready take action when needed. I am also a good listener, and I am looking forward to collecting postgraduates’ opinion on the matters that you have at heart the most.

I am sitting in Waimarie (first floor), please come by and tell me what I can do for you!

I’m Navami, your International Rep. hailing from India. Born in Kerala, a state in mthe Southern part of India, I did my high-schooling there, and am now pursuing my Bachelors degree in Food Science. I’m passionate about interacting with people and learning about new cultures. Apart from academics, I’m a singer and a keen reader. Whether it’s through a captivating song or a friendly conversation, I never hesitate to use my talents to brighten someone’s day.

I am committed to advocating for the rights, needs, and well-being of all international students within our academic community.

My primary goal is to ensure that every international student has a fulfilling and successful experience during their time abroad.

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Te Awhiora ki

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori

11th – 17th Mahuru/September

Free Kai

11th Sept 12th Sept 13th Sept 14th Sept 15th Sept

Grounded | 12.30pm– Gone

To celebrate the start of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori

Treasure Hunt Open

Keep an eye out for clues around campus, check Te Awhiorkai Instagram daily for updates, & to submit your answers.

Free Kawhe (Coffee) Vouchers

Grounded | 11am–1pm

Participate in an interactive game to win!

Waiata Wednesdays

Grounded | 1pm–2pm

Come along to watch Te Awhioraki’s Waiata Wednesdays performance

Free Kawhe (Coffee) Vouchers

Grounded | 11am–1pm

Participate in an interactive game to win!

Free Kai

Grounded | 12.30pm– Gone

To finish Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori

teawhioraki.org.nz

Treasure Hunt End

Winners of treasure hunt announced on Te Awhioraki socials

Why Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori is Important

Before the Second World War, most Tangata Whenua spoke Te Reo Māori as their first language. It was not until the migration of Tangata Whenua to urban areas after the War that the number of speakers started to decline. During this urbanisation, speaking Te Reo Māori in school was forbidden. Many whānau have stories of their elders getting caned or beaten in schools for speaking. Te Reo and by the late 1900s, less than 20 percent of Tangata Whenua could be considered fluent.

Revitalisation efforts and protests had been building for decades and on September 14th, 1972, several activist groups delivered a petition to Parliament. The petition was created by Ngā Tamatoa The Young Warriors, Victoria Universitys Te Reo Māori Society, and Te Huinga Rangatahi .

The New Zealand Māori Students Association. It was signed by over 30,000 people and by 1975, September 14th became the date for celebrating Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori. It has been 51 years since the petition and Te Reo Māori has seen a massive rise in social status and cultural meaning for many kiwis.

We see and hear the language everywhere, from greetings to place names, street signs, and email signoffs. The more you learn the more beautiful and poetic the language becomes. Te Reo Māori could have become another language lost to history, but it has prevailed, and Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori is how we celebrate that achievement.

We have many events organsied for Māori language week at Lincoln University. Be sure to take a look at the previous page and check in with LUSA and Te Awhioraki socials to keep up to date!

We should all be proud to have this treasure as an integral part of our culture.

Te Reo is identity, Te Reo is unity, Te Reo is strength, and it is here to stay. Give Te Reo a go!

Mai i te kōpae ki te urupa, tātou ako tonu ai. From the cradle to the grave, we are forever learning. Ngā manaakitanga, Te Awhioraki Executive.

Cultivating Love

The Call for a Farmer Dating App.

Why on earth are rural blokes and lasses going out and dating city folks? We need to keep the bloodlines weak and only date people from the family tree

Enter the solution: A Farmer Dating App.

With the mission to connect kindred spirits who share a passion for tilling the soil and nurturing the earth, this App promises to revolutionize rural romance.

Picture a platform where the love for farming isn’t just understood – it’s celebrated!

The dating App’s innovative features cater to farmers’ unique sensibilities. The more hectares a user owns, the more swipes they receive – a clever twist that not only makes sense but adds a touch of competitive spirit to the search for love. This acres-based approach ensures that farmers connect with others who truly comprehend the trials and triumphs of a life lived close to the land.

Recognizing the prestige and hard work that goes into owning freehold land, our app rewards freeholders with a premium account. These individuals have a unique perspective on stewardship and dedication to the land, and the app celebrates this commitment by giving them access to enhanced features.

The App shines a special spotlight on users who drive the iconic Australian ute. The love for these rugged vehicles is a shared trait among farmers, symbolizing a lifestyle of resilience and versatility. Highlighting those who traverse fields and gravel roads with a ute reflects the app’s dedication to fostering genuine connections rooted in mutual understanding.

Farming Unity / EV Exclusion

In a playful twist, the App acknowledges the values held dear by farmers by excluding electric vehicle (EV) drivers from the platform. This isn’t just a joke – it’s a nod to the practicality and pragmatism of those who rely on reliable, hard-working vehicles that fit their way of life.

Swipe Right on Acres

Premium for Freeholders

Ute Love Spotlight

13 September, 3–5pm

Union Fare, Prebbleton

Indulge with a sophisticated and elegant high tea, brought to you by LUSA.

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ELECTION GENERAL PANEL ELECTION PANEL

Submit your questions here:

Wed 27th September Stewart

2 1–3pm

If you have speci c questions for speci c MPs, let us know and we’ll ask them for you! Their answers will appear in the next RAM.

Enrol. Vote. Be heard.

The week began with a sustainable transport promotion activity which ran until Wednesday, where all students and staff travelling on foot, by bike, Ebike, bus or carpooling were rewarded with a voucher for a free pancake and hot drink. Volunteers were posted at Gates 2 and 3 and at the bus stop to distribute vouchers and display signs promoting carpooling. Priority parking bays were also provided to carpoolers. On Monday evening a screening of the classic environmental animated movie The Lorax by Dr Zeus was well attended by students in the Grounded theatre with pizza provided by LESS (Lincoln Environmental Sustainability Society).

A waste busting activity took place on the Forbes lawn on Tuesday, to highlight the recycling opportunities available on campus. Participants were invited to select the appropriate recycling bin option for a variety of “waste” objects.

All those with vouchers received for choosing a sustainable mode of transport were rewarded with a pancake and hot drink on

Wednesday. A veritable pancake factory sprung up on the Forbes Lawn as volunteers distributed over 100 pancakes to hungry students and staff while at the same time distributing information about the new cheap $1 Metro bus fares available to students and $2 fares for staff.

A special panel discussion was organized by SAGE on Thursday, in collaboration with LUSA & LESS on: Lincoln University’s journey from coal to renewable energy. This took place in the Grounded Theatre at lunchtime. The panellists included: Patryk Szczerba (LU Sustainability Officer), Alistair Pearson (LU Property Director) & Daniel Brown (Energy specialist) and was ably chaired by Lin Roberts.

A presentation was given outlining Lincoln University’s long-term plans regarding emissions reductions and detailing how the transition from coal to renewable energy including using more electricity from the grid (Hydro), solar electricity generated from panels on campus and ground sourced heating system. This was followed by

questions from the floor and some lively discussion.

The week concluded with a weeding activity at the LU Arboretum (our very own living laboratory) including a talk by our resident expert ecologist Colin Meurk and pizza!

Special thanks are due to all those members of LUSA, LESS and SAGE who helped to organize this very successful week of events and also to the future leaders and other students and staff who volunteered their time and energy to make Sustainability Week such a success.

Pancakes and a hot drink, a welcome reward on a cold morning to those who walked, biked, bussed or carpooled to campus.

PRONOUNS FOR DUMMIES

By Anonymous (he/him)

The expanding understanding of gender expression and identity is commonly seen as a battlefield between the left and right; with arguments of “there are only two genders”, “gender-neutral pronouns don’t work for individuals”, or “it’s too confusing”.

And let’s be honest, that’s bullshit! Pronouns are easy. Pronouns are simple. In school (that is English first language speakers) we learn how to identify someone we don’t know and their possessions. See it is as easy as that. There are a few different ways to think about or help start getting gender-neutral pronouns (they/them) right:

1. Imagine you didn’t know a person and you found their wallet, something you’d possibly think is “should hand this in as they’re probably looking for it”.

2. Someone has a name commonly used by males and females, like Sam, and you’re looking for their office, so you ask reception, “I’m looking for Sam ____, where is their office”.

3. I’m looking for my friends where are they? or, I’m looking for my friend where are they?

4. And many more ways to think about it, like simply just using their name.

It is something we are taught from a young age and now use subconsciously so it isn’t at the forefront of our minds when we use them. However, with the raising awareness and understanding of gender expression and preferred pronouns it has brought it to the forefront of conversation, making people now feel like they must go out of their way.

But don’t get us wrong, it’s not a cardinal sin to get someone’s pronouns wrong, say sorry, apologise, and ask them their preferred pronouns. It is a journey, but as long as your respectful and being considerate of others that’s the first and easy step to inclusive language.

My key cheat to it is:

1. Ask them their pronouns

2. Just use their name

3. Just assume they/them (it works for groups and individuals).

So my he, she, and they readers, pronouns are easy, and mistakes are allowed. Just don’t be a dick and respect others.

By Liam Hunter

Hannah White and myself from the Christian Fellowship Club, recently had the privilege of being part of a New Zealand delegation representing TSCF (Tertiary Students Christian Fellowship) at the 2023 IFES World Assembly in Jakarta, Indonesia. This conference, which takes place every four years, saw our group of twelve kiwis joining with 1000 other people from 180 countries. At this conference we had the opportunity to meet people, pray together, hear about other national movements, and see how God is working throughout the entire world.

In our meeting sessions we listened to speakers from around the globe in either English, French or Spanish as we journeyed through a book in the bible called the Psalms. We explored topics of what it means to live for God at university, rejoicing in the Lord, finding God in times of suffering and the enduring faithfulness of God. This conference was a once in a lifetime opportunity and a truly unique multi-cultural experience that has given me and Hannah many lessons to bring back to our university.

Hunting Competition 2023

By Molly Donald

On the 23rd of July was the annual Lincoln Young Farmers Hunting Competition held at The Famous Grouse. Well-known as an outstanding community event, we hosted a large number of the public, received over 100 entries across the Junior and Open categories, as well as offering a whopping $16,700 worth of prizes from loyal sponsors.

Despite the poor weather conditions, we had plenty of helpers and a great turnout on the weigh-in day, with the heaviest stag clocking in at 287.2lb, and the heaviest boar at 150.0lb. There were some tidy animals and a few cracker stories floating around of the weekend’s excursions. Thanks to all those who made it possible, and we look forward to another fantastic event next year!

West Coast Weekend Trip

By Theo Wolfhagen

On Friday morning a group of 36 very keen young farmers gathered outside the young farmers hall awaiting one of the largest trips to the West Coast. This trip would consist of multiple farm visits and a lot of fun along the way.

The first stop was to the Coleridge Downs training farm, Big Ben station. Here the group learnt about the different pastures and breeds the station has used to achieve their success. After leaving Big Ben Station the group travelled to the Lake Brunner pub for a few quiet ones before heading to the final destination of the day for initiations.

Day two brought a few dusty faces amongst the group, however the excitement of heading to Westport brought through a second wind of energy. This day saw a visit to Inangahua farm a wintering barn. For some this was a chance to view a different aspect of dairy farming. The group’s last visit was to our chairperson’s family farm, here the group saw how land can be transformed from unproductive land to highly productive pasture.

This day ended with a very eventful out in Westport’s night life… and after this very late night everyone loaded back in the vans in the morning for a painful headache filled day back to Lincoln.

Counselling & Wellbeing at LU

Counselling and Wellbeing are now one super-team based in Student Health and Support. What this means for you – you now have great access to confidential and FREE* counselling and wellbeing professionals in a one-stop-shop.

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

Where to find us?

Hudson Ground Floor and 2nd Floor Hudson (Rooms 203 & 206).

How

to get an appointment:

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

P. 03 325 3835

E. healthsupport@lincoln.ac.nz

Book Online. portal.managemyhealth.co.nz or the Manage My Health App. Drop-in appointments are also available. After hours/Crisis Support. Ambulance/Police: 111

Te Whatu Ora Mental Health Crisis Resolution Service. 0800 920 092

Paint ’n sip

On 10th August, over twenty students from the Lincoln University Nerd Association (LUNA) met up in the LUSA club rooms for a fun night of painting and yarns.

With just enough canvases to go around and plenty of paint for everyone, we all got stuck into our paintings, letting our creativity go wild (some of us with the help of some fun beverages).

We’ve had various events this year from board game nights to movie nights, but this was one of the biggest events we have had to date with one of the biggest turnouts, causing a bit of a squish. With quite a few new students that hadn’t joined us before, as well as our regulars that we see at every event, we had a fantastic time, going into the evening until everyone was able to finish their works of art.

We welcome anyone into our club who wants to make new friends and relax over an evening of board games etc. so if that sounds like you then we’d love for you to come along to one of ournext events! We can be found on Facebook @LUNA- Lincoln University Nerd Association or onInstagram @luna.lincolnuni where we post all about our upcoming events.

A big thanks to the LUNA executive team and LUSA for funding all the paints etc. for making this possible!

By Sahiti Peddisetti

We trust everyone is doing well?! LUICS had an amazing start to Semester 2! It was wonderful to see many of you signing up for our club at both the Orientation Support Services Expo and the Clubs Market.

During Week 2, we organized a Welcoming Evening for our club members at the Mrs O’s bar area. There was delicious food, drinks, and an enjoyable Scavenger Hunt activity that proved to be a hit among many participants. Moving on to Week 5, our Quiz Night was a big success as well! The questions covered a wide range of topics including food, sports, festivals, and pop culture, from both global and local levels. We extend our gratitude to all the participants for supporting the event, and hearty congratulations to the winners! Enjoy the LU Merchandise and the cash prizes!

Curious about the remainder of the semester for LUICS? After having a great time with social activities that helped connect students in the first half of Semester 2, we’re now excited to engage in various cultural activities on campus and in the community. This includes participating in events like the Selwyn CultureFest, the LU Community Day, and the New Zealand Chinese Language Week. Feel free to come and say hi if you spot us at these events. Also, don’t forget that LUICS members have the LU Gym Sports Hall booked for badminton, every Tuesday 2.30pm – 4.30pm (gym membership required). That’s all from us for now – take care and see you around!

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Your Voice

The uni gathers feedback from students each year and puts the most popular needs into action. Here’s what students have told us and some things we’ve done about it...

Consistent Akoraka | Learn experiences:

• New-look consistent course pages.

• More training and support for academic staff.

Support for Diversity & Inclusion:

• Signed the Pride Pledge, supported the Pride Panel and Pride Walk.

• Cultural diversity, Principles of Te Tiriti O Waitangi and Reo Māori staff training.

Improved Communications & Feedback Mechanisms

Regular PG Research student newsletter.

• New anonymous concerns form.

Safety at Night:

• Increased outdoor lighting across campus

• Friend Walk added to SafeLU

Te Roopu Wheako Tauira / Student Experience Working Group

This is a group of students, supported by staff that hui every fortnight during term time in Grounded. We kōrero over initiatives to help improve your experiences. Wheako Tauira has a small amount of funding to support initiatives that align with our values of Manaakitaka, Whanaukataka, Wairuataka, Kaitiakitaka, Rakatirataka and Toha Toha. So, if you have a great idea and need some funding to help kick it off, come and join us!

Help for International Students Integrating our Aotearoa culture:

New student-to-student buddy programme.

New coffee and conversations sessions with NZ police.

More Variety at Campus

Cafes:

• Increased variety of food and milk alternatives at all campus cafes.

• Added $6 hot food lunches at Grounded.

Have your say!

Give us your honest feedback in the Student Experience Survey, coming mid-September

Join Te Roopu Wheako Tauira, the student experience working group

Give feedback any time, good or bad. See lincoln.ac.nz/concerns

If there’s anything about your experience that you want to share, you are welcome to arrange a confidential chat with our Student Experience Manager, Janelle Blythe (aka Cookie).

Te Poari Wheako Tauira / Student Experience Board

The board is made up of Te Awhioraki, LUSA, students and LU staff. They meet twice a term and work together on policy and procedures aimed at improving experiences. Chat with your Tumuaki or LUSA President to find out more.

Contact us: If you have questions about any of this stuff, contact Wheako Tauira, the University’s student experience team at experience@lincoln.ac.nz or 0800 10 60 10 or visit main reception in Hudson.

Selwyn Awards Nominee Congratulations

Congratulations to all our Lincoln tauira and kaimahi who were nominated for the local Selwyn Awards. It was awesome to hear that each of you were awarded with either gold and bronze awards for your contributions to Lincoln University and the local Selwyn community. Congratulations to Brooklyn and Travis on behalf of Te Awhioraki, Angela, Sophie, Emily, Shayla and Fiza. We are all very proud to have you part of the Lincoln whānau.

Success?

In semester 2 orientation, we asked the new to Lincoln students to write in one or two words what success means to them. We wanted to share what they had to say. Are any of these words how you would describe what success means for you?

Got

plan sorted?

Tuesday & Wednesday 3rd & 4th October Drop in - 11:45-12:30

Grounded (Opposite LUSA)

What?

Pop into our interactive workshop & walk away with a refreshed study and wellbeing plan for your exams and assignments

Counselling & Wellbeing: Plan your wellbeing breaks and self-care for when the study stress hits

Brought to you by Wheako Tauira - Student Experience in collaboration with LTL, Counselling and Wellbeing & Inclusive Education

Learning Advisors: Work out an awesome exam study plan

Inclusive Education: Do you struggle to make your study deadlines? We can help

Wheako Tauira | Student Experience are excited to announce that Lincoln University has taken the Pride Pledge.

At Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki we are passionate about inclusion, diversity and belonging. We are currently on a journey of creating a safe community for all tauira at Te Waihora campus, and this is one step we’re taking while we work toward a campus that celebrates diversity at all levels.

• What’s the pledge?

Taking the Pride Pledge is our commitment to the continued journey of learning and development of a safe campus for Lincoln tauira. Pride Pledge is an organisation set up that supports companies and institutes on their rainbow journey. You may start to see staff with Pride Pledge email banners, stickers around campus and Pride Pledge certificates floating around. Pride Pledge is going to support us as a uni ‘behind the scenes’ with information and training, and you should start to see a shift in our approach to promoting diversity and inclusion, resulting in more staff and students being aware and understanding about rainbow issues and communities, and more rainbow events on campus.

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Acknowledging our past.

We understand that in the past Lincoln hasn’t always been the safest space for rainbow tauira. We’ve made steps to increase rainbow visibility, celebrate diversity on campus and change the narrative of what it means to be rainbow at Lincoln. Not all changes can happen overnight but we’ve seen awesome steps to celebrate our rainbow community through things like the two rainbow crossings, our annual Pride Walks, and rainbow events like the Rainbow+ Aotearoa pride panel event.

• Why now?

Creating a safe campus is an ongoing journey. While we have made some small but great steps on our journey towards creating a campus where rainbow tauira are recongised and valued, we have taken the Pride Pledge to highlight our responsibility to strengthen our commitment to do the mahi at all levels of the University.

• What’s coming?

Monitor Raftr and noticeboards around campus to keep up to date with what’s happening in this space. We would love to see you at upcoming events.

• Feedback

It’s really important to us in Wheako Tauira that we hear from tauira. If you have any feedback for Lincoln uni in the rainbow space, you are welcome to submit your feedback on our website at lincoln.ac.nz/feedback

• Join us!

He rau ringa e oti ai | Many hands make light work. This whakatauki reflects the importance of doing the mahi together. We invite you to join us on this journey and mihi to the tauira that have walked the walk alongside us up until now.

• The Pride Pledge statement:

We commit to all LGBTTQIA+ (rainbow) people having the freedom to be safe, included, healthy and visible and we will use our voice to actively support and celebrate rainbow communities.

We Want NO MORE EXCUSES!

Are you sick and tired of having $25,000 in student debt (if not more)? Of structural racism and institutional colonialism in our universities? Of having a damp, cold and mouldy flat? Of having to break the bank in order to afford some of the basic necessities? Of the risk of huge staff layoffs and not knowing whether you’ll be able to complete your degree… or even if it will exist next year?

If you answered yes to one or all of the above, well... keep on reading!

We, NZUSA, have partnered with LUSA and other students’ associations across the country for NO MORE EXCUSES! A campaign by students, for students, the tertiary sector, and the future of Aotearoa New Zealand.

We have had enough of politicians’ false and broken promises, our issues being treated as a political football, and all the excuses. We’re taking action and calling all political parties to step up.

Read the rundown on our kaupapa and how you can get involved below!

WHAT ARE WE ASKING FOR?

We want transformation. We deserve to be valued and respected, and an education that is treated as a public good and inherent right. Working with student leaders from the far north to down south, we have developed the following policies which we believe will fundamentally change our country for the better -

1. Realising Te Tiriti o Waitangi Championed by: Te Mana Akonga

It’s not okay that te ao Māori, te reo Māori, and mātauranga Māori are not given the respect they deserve in tertiary education; we don’t have a set tauira Māori seat on tertiary councils, and only 5% of university staff are Māori... tertiary education needs to be decolonised! What do we want?

• Stronger recognition of Te Tiriti in the Education Act

• The implementation of Te Tiriti structures at all tertiary institutions by 2040

• At least two student representative seats on University Councils (a general student seat and tauira Māori seat)

2. A Debt-Free Future for All Championed by: Otago University Students’ Association & Victoria University of Wellington

The Peoples’ Inquiry into Student Wellbeing found that at least two-thirds of students are living in poverty and unable to purchase food and clothing, contrasted against $16b in student debt. Nationally, we are plagued with over $16 billions of student debt and the average balance across over 650,000 borrowers is $24,595. Students are broke because the system is broken.

What do we want?

• Implement a Study Wage for All of $385 per week for students

• Review the tertiary education operating model to realise free and accessible education

• A plan for achieving student debt forgiveness

P.S. You can add your name to the Study Wage for All petition here: www.our.actionstation.org.nz/petitions/astudy-wage-for-all

3. Working In Partnership Championed by: Auckland University Students’ Association

Students know what is best for students. We know what our issues are and the change we want to see. Whiria Ngā Rau was created between the student movement and the Ministry of Education on student voice in tertiary policy, yet we still don’t have a clear identity in legislation as student associations post-Voluntary Student Membership; this does not give dignity to student rights or the student movement! It is time our laws caught up and recognised us, our place, and our space.

What do we want?

• Student voice, representation and associations embedded in the Education Act

• Well-established and funded student bodies

• Clear student voice policies across the Government and in higher education institutions

HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?

There are 400,000 students across the country and right here in Lincoln there are over 3,000! That’s enough people to repopulate Arrowtown, fill the Vodafone Events Centre in Auckland or change the 2020 Election outcome in 21 electorates. We have power and when we vote in this year’s General Elections and support NO MORE EXCUSES!, we can be a force for change.

Join the movement and tell our politicians to make #nomoreexcuses by following us on:

• Facebook @nomorexcusesnz

• Instagram @nomoreexcuses.nz

• www.nomoreexcuses.online

Mindful

to take with a grain of salt

Leo

July 23 - Aug 22

Picking pointless political fights on social media is your jam this month. But I hate to break it to you, but that 13-year-old with the username “FartSmella69” doesn’t actually pose enough of a threat to democracy to justify your Twitter battles. Do your study instead.

Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 22

Virgos are humble! Or so Google says. Part of being humble, does not include publicly posting on LinkedIn how “humbled and honored” you are to announce your “prestigious” fellowship with the Department of Daddy’s Money.

Libra

Sept

23 - Oct 22

Youre seeking balance and spirituality this month, like usual. Unfortunately for you, balancing several shot glasses on your arms as a party trick does not qualify as reflecting this trait.

Scorpio

Oct 22 - Nov 21

Scorpios are supposed to be ruthless and driven. I ask you to try to divert that energy (if you actually have it) toward something like a Uni project and not bad-mouthing flatmates in a passiveaggressive housing situation that you overdramatize to your other friends twice a week.

Aquarius

Jan 20 - Feb 18

You’re a mysterious, selfmade rebels. Last I checked, self-made rebels don’t have to Venmo request their mum in Private Viewing mode for every “Uni trip” they take to Queesntown. At least be honest about it!

Sagittarius

Nov 22 - Dec 21

You could live your life with your head held high, trying your absolute best at everything you do this month, or you could admit that there’s a goat more talented than you and just give up on your dreams.

Capricorn

Dec 22 - Jan 19

I’d still estimate via my Masters in Astrology degree that the Capricorn sign will struggle to take a shower without passing out this month. Keep a friend outside the bathroom in case they hear a loud thump.

Pisces

Feb 19 - March

Sensitivity and graciousness doesn’t mean awkwardly letting people go ahead of you in line at the Famous Grouse Hotel. It’s literally called ‘The Grouse’ - it’s a pub with no rules - so either shove your way through, or crawl back to the orderly little line like a pussy.

Aries

March 21 - April 19

You’re traditionally courageous and unpredictable, but as much as you might boast, mustering up the courage to order the hottest curry from the Kingfisher doesn’t require as much confidence as you think. If God gives his toughest battles to his strongest soldiers, you’ve been put on the reserve bench for the day.

Taurus

April 20 - May 20

You are supposed to be diligent and capable, but tend to let work consume you. The world doesn’t need you to complain about how “awful” you did on the paper today - we all know you got a 93. (The shock! The horror!)

Gemini

May 21 - June 20

Everyone I know who has unpromptedly (key word: unpromptedly) declared themselves a Gemini has something in common - they are all insufferable to be around. My advice? Don’t announce your sign as one of your first items of conversation with someoneespecially around the Halls.

Cancer

June 21 - July 22

Emotional and devoted, Cancers are supposedly great at reading people. Unfortunately, you should probably quit psychoanalysing your professor after exiting the lecture theatre. If you speak your poorly veiled criticisms loud enough, his God Complex might give you an F Grade Complex.

PROCRASTINATION STATION

Te Reo WORD SEARCH

COLOURING

SUDOKU - HARD

SUDOKU - EVIL

5 FACTS ABOUT MAORI CULTURE

1. Te Reo, the Māori language, was originally only an oral language. Instead of books and literature, they passed stories down through songs, waita, legends, and myths.

2. For Māori, tattoos or ta moko, are an art that represents the respect they have towards their tribe, and culture. Each tattoo is expected to be one of a kind because they represent an individuals external wisdom, lineage, and status within the tribe.

3. Community for Māori, is everything. To celebrate and spend time together, they organize a hangi, or a massive feast, consisting of meat and veges slow-cooked in underground ovens for hours. The results are tender textures of meat and smokey and earthly fragranced of every bite.

4. Māori have a special way of greeting others and it is called hongi . It is so unique and representative of the culture, because it consists of two people pressing their forehead and nose while they close their eyes and take a deep breath. It represents sharing a breath of life with the other individual and letting their souls meet.

5. Te reo Māori used to be solely an oral language. Naturally, the Māori are great at storytelling. Māori culture is based on legends about almost everything, from the wild animals to the mountains, lakes, rivers, and any other natural wonders New Zealand has to offer. These legends are told to give lessons to younger tribe members and have been passed down for generations.