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GRADUATES OF 2016, WE SALUTE YOU By Dana Hyde April has been alive with the celebratory ‘happy tears’ of many, with almost 5000 NMMU students graduating within an array of 335 qualifications. Statistics truly speak for themselves, with approximately 60 doctorates and 330 masters degrees achieved. An abundance of new qualifications also graced the graduation stage, including NMMU’s first MSc in Dietetics, to name but one. “Graduation was a much welcomed and memorable occasion for me. Having done a degree change in my 3rd year of BCom Accounting, and being set back two years, was no easy decision to make. However, I now hold a degree in BCom Law and it was worth the extra time it took.” stated Michael Marais, who is currently completing his two-year LLB degree. “The ceremony [itself] was an auspicious occasion; being surrounded by my friends, family, fellow BCom Law students, and the various Deans and Acting Vice Chancellor. It was a dignified moment and when my turn came to walk across the stage, I was very proud of myself,” continued Marais. Social media has also been alive with many inspiring achievements. Most notably, NMMU celebrated its first blind student, Xolisa Yekani, who graduated with his BA (Honours) in Journalism. This is followed by the ‘four pawed’ achievement of Viking the service dog, who looked very dapper in his graduation
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cap and gown. He crossed the stage with Heinrich Williams, who achieved his National Diploma in Industrial Engineering. But for many, six and eight semesters worth of sacrifice have been adequately rewarded. “I began my studies at NMMU in 2013, [working] towards a BA Media, Communication and Culture degree as an eager and fresh-faced first year. Looking back, I obviously had no idea what I was about to get myself into, or how much sleep I was about to sacrifice,” said Nosi Nyembezi. “Being the cynic that I am, I figured that receiving a piece of paper couldn’t possibly be as life-changing as others had made it out to be. [However], truth be told, there is no feeling more inspiring than walking across that stage, with your peers and family as witnesses.” “After all of the student activism that has taken place over the past year, I could not help but reflect on how much of a privilege it is to complete my studies. I feel overwhelmed with gratitude that I was able to experience something that is inaccessible to so many. Graduation was a symbolic day that I will cherish far into the future,” she concluded. So, from all of us at NMMYou - Congratulations, Halala and Knap Gedaan to all graduates! With all future pursuits, may you keep on flying the NMMU flag with pride.
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Letter from the Editor March 2016
Administrator Sade Prinsloo sade.prinsloo@nmmu.ac.za Editor Emily van Heerden s214063216@nmmu.ac.za Assistant Editors Vasti Visser s213436795@nmmu.ac.za Lazola Dyasi s211075492@nmmu.ac.za News Editor Dana Hyde s214088103@nmmu.ac.za Lifestyle & Entertainment Editor Yonga Jizana s213374072@nmmu.ac.za Sports Editor Kahl Kritzinger s214039862@nmmu.ac.za Science and Tech Editor Brendan Smit s215077512@nmmu.ac.za Blog Gabriella Groepe s211129828@nmmu.ac.za Desginers Nkhondo Chirwa s212240315@nmmu.ac.za Siyabonga Msindwana s211160652@nmmu.ac.za Inka Niedermeier s211133175@nmmu.ac.za
This is a student-run newspaper. The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily represent those of the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University.
Hello, beautiful people of NMMU! May has arrived and this means that exams are just around the corner. We at NMMYou wish you all the very best for this preparation time. As we say goodbye to April, lets have a look at all that has been going on around campus and our city this month. Not only have we welcomed Dr Largadien as the Dean of Business and Economic Sciences this month, but we also saw NASA hosting talks on campus, students marching alongside women for world peace and our netball team taking things to the next level, amongst others. We also have a look at how NMMU is reaching out on a global scale in our Israeli Apartheid Week article as well as environmental issues in our own area- the plans for a new nuclear power station in Thyspunt. We also take a look at our very own Student Alumni as well as all the graduation excitement that has been happening around NMMU. On a more general scale, we look at the effects of technology on our lives, as well as keeping you up to date with all the latest pop culture favourites. Also, if you are prone to those horrible autumn ailments, check out our Apples and Spice article to keep you fit and healthy in this hayfever season. So good luck with the last push of assignments and tests for this semester and tackle those exams head on! Keep smiling and shining, NMMU, and enjoy this new edition.
Emily van Heerden
NEWS
A JOURNEY THROUGH SPACE AND TIME: SCI-FEST BRINGS NASA TO NMMU NASA EXPERTS BRING SCIENCE TO LIFE IN A RANGE OF EXCITING TALKS: By Lisa Wentley On 3-9 March 2016, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) was the proud host of the South African National Science Festival (SciFest Africa). Jim Adams, Dr Jeanita Pritchett, Prof Erica Wilcots, Prof Williams Edmonson and Dan Goods shared their knowledge on topics ranging from ‘The Transformation of Galaxies’, ‘Small Satellite Systems: A Pathway to Development’ and ‘Comets to Giant Sea Shells: When NASA and Art Collide’. NMMU is in the process of introducing an American Corner, put together by the Public Affairs section of the U.S Embassy and a host institution. The opening which was held at NMMU Bird Street Campus during the month of April. In order to promote the opening, the director of SciFest – in connection with the NMMU International Office – organised five guest speakers from NASA to speak to the public on their research
discoveries. The lectures took place on NMMU’s North and South Campus. “The talks were very successful, especially the ones given by Jim Adams and Dan Goods from NASA – we had over one hundred staff, students and members of the public attend both lectures. Last year the talks were just as popular, with hundreds of students attending”, stated Kathryn Bell, NMMU’s Manager of International Partnership. “It is always a privilege to have international experts speaking on campus as it allows our students, staff and the public to gain knowledge and skills on international and highly specialised topics that they would not normally be exposed to”, Bell continued. Due to their work with the American Consulate, NMMU hopes to host many more experts in exciting fields of study, bringing knowledge to students.
WAMKELEKILE DR. ISHMAEL LAGARDIEN NMMU THE NEW ‘HOME’ FOR ACCOMPLISHED ACADEMIC By Isabella Kruger Dr. Ismael Lagardien has been appointed the new Dean of Business and Economic Sciences by the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) Council. This puts him in charge of the largest business and economic school in the Eastern Cape. Dr. Lagardien holds a Master’s degree in International Political Economy from the London School of Economics, as well as a Doctorate degree on the same from the University of Wales. This accomplished, well-travelled academic has lectured on many international soils. However, he has particularly worked as a senior sector expert in the National Planning Commission under former Finance Minister, Trevor Manuel. Yet, his experience stretches far beyond the field of economics. His career as a journalist spanned fifteen years, working for
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influential print publications such as ‘The Weekly Mail’, ‘The Rand Daily Mail’, ‘The Star’ and ‘The Sunday Times’. He has also been director of communications for the Department of Trade and Industry, as well as a speech writer and strategist for the World Bank. Dr. Lagardien has many accomplishments to his name. He has received a Teaching Excellence Award from the University of South Carolina. He is also a recipient of the EH Carr Award for Doctoral Studies from the University of Wales. Dr. Lagardien’s experience, accomplishments and multifaceted career is an excellent addition to the NMMU teaching team. His diverse background will endear him to a wide variety of students, who will, too, aspire to have similar achievements.
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NEWS
WOMEN UNITE
FOR PEACE AT NMMU A MARCH FOR PEACE, A MARCH FOR WOMEN
Women, including students and lecturers, show their support for the IWPG International Women’s Day
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HWPL is committed to community development through women advocacy, volunteer outreach, and cultural and religious exchange. Ultimately, HWPL aims to empower individuals and communities to be an integral part in global peace-building. Second-year BA Media, Communications and Culture student, Daryl Moore showed her support for the Peace March. “A Peace March has a greater effect than merely [being] a march for women’s rights, as it addresses the main issue of acceptance among people”, she stated.
it’s amazing to see woman from all walks of life uniting to promote world peace to see women emphasized.
Post-graduate Accounting student, Jessica Liston, is also enthusiastic about women coming together through the movement. “It’s amazing from all walks of life world peace”, she
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On 8 March 2016, several Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) students, along with the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG), marched for world peace. Proudly dressed in yellow and white, the women gathered on NMMU’s South Campus and stood together to show their solidarity in wanting to leave a legacy of peace for future generations. Armed with bright smiles, the role of women was celebrated. Their slogan – “Women, the Flower of Peace has bloomed” – stood out loud and clear. Celebrated on 8 March every year, International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women across the globe. IWPG is an affiliate of Heavenly Culture World Peace Restoration of Light (HWPL), a non-profit peace organisation based Seoul, South Korea.
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NEWS
ISRAELI APARTHEID WEEK: WHEN SILENCE BECOMES UNBEARABLE
PANEL DISCUSSION BREAKS SILENCE ON ISRAELI APARTHEID DILEMA By Sydney Nkomo On 10 March 2016, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) students gathered at the South Campus Auditorium to engage with Dr Uri Davis, a Palestinian scholar and human rights activist. Dr Davis, in conjunction with Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy (CANRAD), sought to explain the issues and contradictions which prevail in Palestine. The audience were treated to a panel dialogue which included South African Student Congress (SASCO), Economic Freedom Fighters Student Command (EFFSC), Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions Movement (BDS) – a global body dedicated to increasing economic and political pressure on Israeli – as well as United Democratic Students’ Movement (UDESMO). Dr Davis explained, unapologetically, his personal views on Apartheid. He stated, “[Apartheid] is a political system which, through law, judiciary, prisons etc. fosters compliance with racist values.”
He went on to explain that the Israeli political climate is identical to the South African Apartheid because it is a colonial state which illegally gained control of the Palestinian land. “The difference is that in South Africa the oppressor and oppressed are both Christian. But in Palestine, it’s the Jew and non-Jew: no visible, tangible segregation,” he asserted. All present student bodies presented their demands before the audience, with each speaker echoing the sentiments of the previous. On behalf of their respective organisations, they demanded – amongst scores of demands – that all students whose education is funded by the state of Israeli be deregistered by NMMU. There was also a screening of the film “The Stones Cry Out” by Yasmine Perni, on the Palestinian Christians.
“ We know too well that our freedom is incomplete without the freedom of the Palestinians.” Nelson Mandela (4 December 1997, Pretoria).
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Israeli Apartheid week 2016 - image sauced from YouTube
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SCIENCE & TECH
12 SCIENCE DISCOVEERIES
YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED IN 2015
Human Evolution - image sourced from www.infoplease.com
By Xoliswa Nelisa Siyoko JANUARY
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: 2014 is declared as the hottest year on re cord globally. : Scientists genetically reprogram plants to be drought tolerant. : SanDisk announces the first 200GB capacity microSD card which is a 56 percent increase on its previous record of 128GB a year earlier. : Researchers demonstrate WIFIFO (WIFI Free Space Optic) – a technology with the capability of increasing bandwidth of WIFI systems tenfold, using optical data transmission via LED lights. : According to studies, playing natural sound like flowing water in offices can boost worker moods. : It is found that consuming up to 100g of chocolate every day is linked to lowered heart disease and stroke risk. : A new large scale study suggests that men who become fathers experience weight gain and an increase in body mass index (BMI).
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: It is found that people who work for 55 hours a week have a 33 percent increased risk of stroke than those who work for 35-40 hours a week. : Evidence is reported supporting presence of liquid water in planet Mars. : Up to 1 billion people are at risk of blindness according to research. : In a world first, gene-edited immune cells are used to treat leukaemia in a one year old girl. : Epson debuts “PaperLab” which is the world’s first office papermaking system that turns waste paper into new sheets.old girl.
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SCIENCE & TECH
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THAT FLASHLIGHT APP. A SPY? SHEDDING THE LIGHT ON PERSONAL DATA By Brendan Smit
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The company believes that the data that is stolen is sold to Russia, China and India, although to who is not clear. It should be noted that there are many apps that do the same things, and that it is not unique to flashlight apps. The best way to stay safe, and keep your data private is to always look at the permissions that the app is requesting before you tap the accept button and open yourself up to risk.
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discovered that some flashlight apps are spying on their users.
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For most smartphone users, their cameras come standard with a flash. This flash, after you’ve downloaded a flashlight app, turns into a torch at the touch of a button. Now most of us, at some time or another, have done this without realising that our flashlight apps are spying on us! A company called SnoopWall released a report in which they, through research and testing, discovered that some flashlight apps are spying on their users. To put it in short, when you download an app and install it onto your phone, you are asked to accept the terms and conditions, but also the permissions the app has on your phone. It is through these permissions that the app spies on you. There are many permissions that are completely unnecessary for the app to run, such as reading phone status and identity, taking pictures and videos, precise location and plenty of other permissions that can be used to track and trace you.
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SPORT
READY? STEADY? GO! By Isabella Kruger The excitement is high. The 2016 netball ladies are fired up and ready to take on this year. The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) has 12 teams that are representing the Madibaz and all of them are participating in the local Nelson Mandela Bay Netball Association (NMBNA) league. All NMMU teams are represented as the Spar Madibaz. The first team has 3 co-captains; Arne Rust, Nobubele Phuza and Hlumisa Sithonga. Having finished fifth at the annual University Sports South Africa (USSA) and sixth at the Varsity Netball tournament, the first team is aiming for a higher position in this year’s tournament. They are also determined to accomplish a higher position at the 2016 Varsity Netball competition. Netball Manager, Theresa Le Roux’s vision for the team, is to better the above mentioned positions in the upcoming competitions this year. The USSA competition for 2016 will be taking place in Cape Town from 4 to 8 July. The next important netball matches for Varsity netball will start on 12 September and will finish on 24 October. Details of the venue will be communicated soon. “The spirit of the team is excellent and we’ve got a good spread of young and senior players who complement each other,” said Manager Le Roux. She is very proud and excited to be working with the players. All the players share the same vision for 2016 and want to better their game. The coaches of the teams are Lana Krige and Zanele Mdodana. “Our vision for this year is to improve on our ranking. We are currently fifth and hope to improve and compete in the semi-finals and a top four finish would be ideal,” said co-captain Arne. Many of the new players that joined the teams this year are fresh from high school. The teams are positive and excited for the year ahead. “Our team this year has incredible depth and consists of a good mixture of senior and junior players.”
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Our vision for this year is to improve on our ranking. We are currently fifth and hope to improve and compete in the Semi-finals and a top four finish would be ideal
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
THE ROAD TO MR AND MISS FRESHETTE:THE EVENT
By Arantxa Mathapersadh
Students across the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) campuses gathered to watch the breathtaking Mr & Miss Freshette event. They cheered and applauded as the names of Mr and Miss Freshette, Sanelisiwe Dick and Selu Msweli, were announced. The Mr and Miss Freshette event was held on Saturday, 2 April 2016, and without a doubt, was a great success. The event was successfully planned by the Student Representative Council (SRC) 2016 Events Committee and the night proved to be one to remember with the tribal inspired theme, notable judges and entertainment. For the
first time in the event history, the contestants formed part of the show with their opening performance, a scene of Sophia Town and African inspired outfits. Following their performances were the vocals of Voice of Africa, dance acts by Le Twins and band Zubenathi that had audience members transported to a rural African time throughout the evening. According to Zondwa Khandanisa, SRC Events Committee member, the goals for this year’s event were to create a local theme that resonated with both the contestants and audience members, to create a platform for better leaders, and most importantly, to have an event
that is both educating and entertaining. The performances as well as the overall theme, however, proved to not be the only success of the event. The event was said to raise a substantial amount in funds and obtained several recognized sponsors. These sponsors contributed two beauty hampers to the winners of Mr and Miss Freshette, over R2000 worth of vouchers, R2400 worth of modelling contracts courtesy of Sophisticate Models Modelling Agency, and their biggest sponsor received from Jenni Gault of over R20 000 worth in gifts and gift vouchers. Unlike other beauty pageants held at NMMU, Mr and Miss
Freshette is a platform designed specifically for first year students with the sole purpose of finding an ambassador for this group of students at NMMU. It seeks to inspire them with the confidence needed to be productive within the academic environment. “With Mr & Miss Freshette, what we are trying to do is groom first years to be ambassadors of the institution because we [can] never have enough leaders and it is essential to groom [and expose] young first years to be proactive in leadership from early on in their [university and academic] life,” said Zondwa.
BUILD YOURSELF By Uthandile Mniki We go to university because we want to expand our knowledge, further our education so as to get ourselves ready for the workplace. However, when the time comes, just having a degree or a diploma will certainly not be enough. Getting involved in co- curricular activities and or joining student societies will definitely come in handy in the long run. Most students have certainly had people trying to convince them to join a society at least once but students still find themselves occupied by nothing but school work. Reasons for this range from: “I have no idea what to take part in.” to “I do not have time for that.” Of course, university should come first – there is no doubt that it would be great to leave university with more than just a diploma or a degree? Getting involved in co- curricular activities or joining societies, is guaranteed to help you grow holistically in that it benefits you as a student in so many ways. Communication skills improves your ability to establish good relationships with other people, encourages teamwork, and may even boost your confidence. Fundamentally, it
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equips you with all the skills you need to possess in order to thrive in your interviews and in the workplace. Fortunately, NMMU offers quite a number of these – we have religious; academic; political organizations; developmental societies, and many leadership programmes available. Go on and take advantage of that – after all, that is why they exist, so we can get involved. Go ahead and land that leadership position and work on your résumé as well as your personal portfolio! It will be well worth it. However, the balance between academics and extra-murals is extremely vital. Aim to succeed in both. On a much more important note, whatever you decide to do should give you a somewhat “new” learning experience. My advice is that you not only choose something that you will enjoy but something that will put you out of your comfort zone because in that way, you are giving yourself the opportunity to develop into a strong, well-rounded person and will be far more memorable in interviews and in the working world.
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
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THE JOURNEY FROM BEING A STUDENT TO AN NMMU ALUMNUS The autumn graduation has just come and gone and we welcomed an estimated five to six thousand new graduates to the NMMU Alumni network. So allow us to take a trip down memory lane. Think about NMMU, the day you received your acceptance letter and the subsequent years of study. Remember the lunch spot you shared with your friends; the joy of doing well or not so well in a test or exam; the excitement of holding that trophy up when your team won; and the day the monkeys chased you for your lunch. All these
memories while positive and challenging at times should encourage a sense of pride in your achievement in your journey from student to NMMU alumnus However, graduating is not the end of your connection with NMMU but merely the beginning of a lifelong relationship with your Alma Mater. By staying connected, you are an ambassador where ever you may go and a part of our NMMU global footprint. The NMMU Student Alumni Society (SAS) under the leadership of Sakhumzi Dukwe and his executive, focus on creating awareness about
Alumni Relations amongst current students. Their focus on what it means to be an alumnus as well as the roles that students and graduates can play in helping the university realise its goals. The society has set up their annual programme focusing on enhancing student experience by offering valuable initiatives and opportunities for both personal and professional skill development. Items include: leadership seminars, networking workshops, graduate skills awareness and fund raising initiatives to assist our students with some of the programmes on offer. Our
speakers are some of our very own top NMMU Alumni who volunteer their time and expertise by giving back to their institution. What do we need from you? To encourage all students to register and be part of the Student Alumni Society and share in the benefits. Membership forms are available from the University Shop or you could email studentalumni@ nmmu.ac.za. Please also visit our website alumni.nmmu. ac.za and like our Facebook page NMMU Student Alumni.
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
EMBRACING
THE YOUTH OF TODAY
OUR YOUTH APPRECIATING INDIVIDUALITY AND SUCCESS By Leigh Septoo With Human Rights Day swiftly passing us by, we are all reminded of the past struggles that individuals have endured to reach a better nation filled with equality and peace. Our youth today need not only appreciate what our parents and grandparents did for us, but we should also realize that right now is our time to make a significant difference in our country through our surroundings each and every day.
Teenagers and young adults are being put under an intense microscope regarding the decisions we make and paths we choose to follow. Whether it be the pressure to make our parents proud or simply building a successful future for ourselves, embracing the “you” in youth is a challenge we should all embark on. I asked students around campus to share their views on what it is like to be a part of the controversial growing youth of today. “I am proud to be a part
of the youth today as we are a group of young individuals who stand together when there are things that need to be changed or addressed, our actions are more processed and along with that the diversity amongst our youth today makes me proud to be a part of it,” said Casey van Heerden, a first year education student. Following her input were the words of third year media student Rhengu Mngayi who shared that what makes him proud of his ethnicity is the
introduction of Tsonga music now entering the mainstream music scene, which he enjoys and is passionate about. Taking a stand for what we believe in has never been more profound for today’s generation as all over the country university students are striving for equal education and freedom of speech for all young adults. Being passionate about what we believe in drives us to do great things - and the youth of today is well on the path of doing just that.
“ right now is our time to make a significant difference in our country through our surroundings each and every day
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“Graduates celebrating success and individuality”
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
APPLES AND SPICE, AND ALL THINGS NICE!
KEEPING THOSE AUTUMN AILMENTS AT BAY. By Amy De Raedt
N o t too keen on ginger? Try honey and cinnamon. Cinnamon isn’t only a delicious spice on pancakes, but it is also an anti-inflammatory which together with honey can help fight colds and flu. Simply combine one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon in a cup of hot water to create a sweettasting flu-fighting drink.
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Apples are filled with vitamin-C to help boost your immune system while providing you with antioxidants, fibre and flavour! You can eat them fresh, dried, blended in smoothies, dipped in peanut butter, or even chopped up in a salad to get one of your recommended five a day.
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Autumn may be the season of horrid hay fever and gloomy feelings, but it also happens to be known for its abundant supply of au naturel remedies and treatments. We’ve gathered some of the easiest remedies around to conquer all your typical autumn ailments.
Ginger is a natural antihistamine that helps clear up all those seasonal sinuses. Boil one tablespoon of grated ginger with a cup of water for a few minutes, strain it and add some honey to keep you fever free – and warm – all autumn long.
Nuts and seeds are great sources of magnesium – which has been shown to lessen fatigue – as well as plant proteins and healthy fats. Sprinkle them on your morning oats, onto your salad for some crunch, or mix them with your favourite dried fruit to make an easy energy-filled snack.
So next time, instead of hitting the pharmacy (and emptying your “ wallet) to feel better, try scouting your kitchen cupboards to survive the season of dead leaves and turtle necks.
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Fight all your autumn ailments the easy (and yummy) way with al naturel ingredients like these - Photo Credit: Anthea John
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ON OUR RADAR Simran Juglal
MUSIC: THIS IS ACTING – SIA Although a veteran songwriter (think ‘Diamonds’ by Rihanna and David Guetta’s ‘Titanium’) and having been in the music industry for the past 23 years, this Australian songbird gained mainstream recognition with the hits ‘Chandelier’ and ‘Elastic Heart’ off her sixth studio album, ‘1000 Forms of Fear’. Known for her high vocals and upbeat, yet meaningful, songs, Sia’s new album, ‘This is Acting’, does not disappoint. With the anthem ‘Bird Set Free’ and the explosive ‘Alive’ (co-written with Adele), the album starts on a high note – quite literally. The singer, who refuses to show her face in public or during interviews, delivers soulful and raw vocals to the often-polished pop scene.
Sia’s latest album, This Is Acting - Image sourced from artistxite.co.uk
MOVIES: BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE If you are a comic book enthusiast or just a passionate moviegoer, this film is sure to be on your radar. Directed by Zack Snyder (300 and Sucker Punch) and starring Ben Affleck (Bruce Wayne/ Batman) and Henry Cavill (Clark Kent/Superman), this superhero movie will see Batman and Superman battle each other while another threat seems to be looming in the city of Metropolis. This film will also introduce other comic book characters – Wonder Woman, Aquaman and The Flash – who are set to have their own movies in the near future.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice will be released on 25 March at Ster-Kinekor theatres - Image sourced from comingsoon.net
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
“ Need a break from the avalanche of university work? Here are some of the best entertainment picks for an extra-long study break.
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SERIES: IZOMBIE After attending a disastrous boat party, medical resident Liv Moore wakes up in a body bag with white hair and an appetite for human brains. Adjusting to life as a zombie, Liv takes a job at a morgue (trés convenient). Here, she eats the brains of murder victims, and temporarily inherits their personalities and some of their memories. With this unconventional gift, she helps to solve their murders and other crimes. Laden with societal satire, inventive wit and a killer soundtrack, this show is a must-see. Catch season two of iZombie on Vuzu Amp (Channel 114) every Thursday at 21:30 - Image sourced from forbes.com
BOOKS: WHY NOT ME? – MINDY KALING If you are familiar with the television shows The Office and The Mindy Kaling Project, you are sure to not only recognise Mindy Kaling as an actress and a comedian, but also as a prolific writer. This is her second memoir and it focuses on her life and work since 2011. Kaling explores what it means to work as one of the few female writers in Hollywood and her continuous success as someone who does not fit the mould of a typical celebrity in showbiz. Smart and hilarious, this is a great addition to any bookshelf.
Why Not Me? is available at Exclusive Books stores and online (takealot.com and loot.co.za) - Image sourced from mashable.com
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
THINK BEFORE YOU INK
Many companies do not mind tasteful and inconspicuous tattoos - Image sourced from hercampus.com
By Simran Juglal Itching to get a tattoo but have no idea of how to go about it? Or are you afraid that the tattoo may leave a negative impression on potential employers Tattoos trace back to at least Neolithic times with many cultures using tattooing for various rituals and practices. In recent years, tattoos have become a legitimate art form with tattoo studios and parlours almost everywhere. This popular form of self-expression can mean different things to different people. Some may get a tattoo to commemorate someone or something, to identify with a particular group or value system or to express a part of their identity. Getting a tattoo can be a fun and exciting experience, especially for first-timers. Tattoos generally carry negative perceptions, and one of the worries is that future employers will be deterred by tattooed applicants. However, new studies have found that many companies have become more accepting towards tasteful tattoos. Despite this, face or throat tattoos are still considered taboo for many professional jobs. Tattoos that are seen as offensive, express profanity or have implications of drug or alcohol abuse are also viewed as distasteful. The new issue is not necessarily a question of whether or not a potential employee has a tattoo(s), but rather the type of tattoo(s) they have.
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take care of your new tattoo ... keep your tattoo out of direct sunlight and to clean it frequently to avoid any infections
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With this in mind, it is important to consider these simple do’s and don’ts for getting a tattoo: • Do go to a professional tattoo artist. Tattoos can be quite expensive, so the prospect of getting an inexpensive tattoo by a ‘friend of a friend’ can be appealing. Often, this ends in disaster. Just remember that removing a tattoo is more expensive than getting one. • Do research. It is essential to research the symbolism and various meanings of the tattoo you want to get. It is also important to accurately translate words or phrases from another language that you may want to tattoo. In addition, researching tattoo artists is also vital. • Do take care of your new tattoo. Tattoo artists should instruct you on how to take care of your fresh tattoo. It is important to keep your tattoo out of direct sunlight and to clean it frequently to avoid any infections. • Don’t get a tattoo just to be ‘cool’ or because everyone else is getting one. People usually get tattoos that mean something to them and, because tattoos are permanent, it is important that you only get a tattoo if you truly want it. • Don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you notice anything unsafe or unsanitary (e.g. if you do not see the artist taking out a new needle straight from the packaging), speak up and question the tattoo artist. • Don’t get a tattoo when you are drunk. This may seem like an obvious one but some people still do it. Luckily, many tattoo studios refuse to tattoo anyone who is under the influence of substances (drugs, alcohol, etc.).
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
THYSPUNT! WHAT
IS
THAT??
By Casey Roche Did you know that Eskom is awaiting approval to build a nuclear power station at Thyspunt, a mere 70km from the city of Port Elizabeth(PE)? In addition to a 10 year plan to finish the building of the station - new infrastructure will be built around the sitewhich lies in close proximity to holiday spots such as St. Francis Bay and Jeffreys Bay. Despite the obvious benefit of job opportunities, the nuclear power station will bring many negative issues along with it. Contrary to popular belief that nuclear is “green” as it does not release harmful toxins into the air, it has a number of implications on a community. The list of socio-economic risks on the community includes
issues of over-crowding of schools and hospitals. In addition, thousands of workers will be brought in, receiving housing, schooling and medical benefits. Students who plan on building a life and career in PE or the surrounding area should be aware of the fact that 10 years down the line, they will need to be prepared for the possibility of a nuclear ‘melt-down’ which will give PE approximately 4 hours to evacuate the entire city before the radiation reaches the city, according to the NoPEnuke campaign. The responsibility of the evacuation will fall on the municipality as Eskom is only responsible for the 3km surrounding the nuclear plant. The allocated time for the
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prepared for the possibility of a nuclear ‘melt-down’ which will give PE approximately 4 hours to evacuate the entire city before the radiation reaches the city
public to comment their thoughts on the development have passed and it is up to the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) to give Eskom the go ahead to start building. Eskom seems confident of a ruling in their favour, considering they have already bought the plot of land and started constructing barbedwire fences around the area. Yet the number of people living in Port Elizabeth who actually know about the project is very minimal compared to the magnitude of this development.
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“I really had no idea they were planning on building this so close to PE,” commented fellow student, Laura Marshall. This leaves you to decide on whether living in anticipation of a ‘melt-down’ is how the residents of PE, Jeffreys Bay, Cape St Francis and Sea Vista should live or whether social intervention is needed to stop the government from turning to nuclear power as the way forward.
There is no solution yet to the safe disposal of nuclear waste - Image sourced from mybroadband.co.za
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
THE STUDENT
FASHION GUIDE By Arantxa Mathapersadh
The laid-backer
sick kicks and sweatpants
The occasional dress upper
black and white v-neck t-shirts
Carlin Goliath Second year BA student Fashion essential: sick kicks and sweatpants
Nathan Maree Second year BA Human Resource Management student Fashion essential: Black and white v-neck t-shirts
Photo Credit: Vasti Visser
Photo Credit: Vasti Visser
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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
The gypsy
a chiller
She woke up like this
a jersey
Nongu Mbovane Third year BA student Fashion essential: Jeans and sneakers
Photo Credit: Vasti Visser
The non-tomboy, non-girly dresser Anam Mona Third year Bcom RAT student Fashion essential: a chiller
jeans and sneakers
Caitlin Morgan First year BA Media, Communications and Culture Fashion essential: a jersey
Photo Credit: Vasti Visser
Photo Credit: Vasti Visser
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