NMMYou June 2015

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| News for the students, by the students |

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#FedicsMustFall Golden Key Celebrating 10 Years of NMMU

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Graduation Parental Guidance Baywest The Colour Run

10&11 on a budget 14&15 the Books Campus USSA Women’s 12&13 Fashion Callout page 16 Soccer League Fashion & Food

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#NOSTUDENTLEFTBEHIND STUDENTS MARCH FOR BETTER SHUTTLE SERVICES

By Nontobeko Zungu On 21 May 2015 the Democratic Alliance Students Organisation (DASO) spearheaded a march in light of student’s demands to have an effective shuttle system that accommodates all students.

Hundreds of students marched from Xanadu shuttle stop to the front of the Embizweni Building to demonstrate dissatisfaction with the current shuttle service.

For many of the students present, the issue of missing classes and tests as a result of the university’s current shuttle service was the reason they participated in the march.

Teboho, a 2nd year student claimed that “unsympathetic lecturers don’t understand when we are late or unable to attend because of late or missed shuttles. All they see is a lack of commitment to the module.”

The shuttle service has been at the centre of students frustrations since the commencement of lectures in February. Many students had felt the march came at a vital time as exams were approaching. Students saw

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DASO leaders leading students in the shuttle March Source: NMMU DASO the march as an opportunity to encourage the university to take the shuttle matter seriously. “We are tired of talking without being heard,” said Tebuho.

Suggestions for improvement put forward by the students included the expansion of shuttle routes to reach the outskirts of the metro. “It makes no sense that I am a financial aid student, yet the university expects me to afford two taxis to school,” said Nolubabalo, a B-Tech student who participated in

the march. “Catching late taxis is also a danger to my safety.

The university should provide a safe learning environment.

This includes ensuring I am home safely when I have late classes or I’m studying late. ” she said.

The university’s Director of Support Services, Vaughan Marlow, could not be reached for comment, although his secretary stated that he was unaware of the march.

The student-led initiative to improve shuttle facilities, which started at the beginning

of the year, has proven to be successful as the SRC has secured an additional R500 000 towards the initiative.

They have also, in conjunction with university management, seen to the creation of a ‘Dean’s form’ that will allow students to formally lodge complaints to Mr Marlow.

Future initiatives in the works include the creation of an app that will allow students to track shuttles as well as the on-going negotiations for a student discount on trains and Algoa buses.

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Letter from the Editor

June 2015 Administrator Sade Prinsloo sade.prinsloo@nmmu.ac.za Editor Nicole Downing s212288377@nmmu.ac.za News Editor Emily van Heerden s214063216@nmmu.ac.za Features Editor Yonga Jizana s213374072@nmmu.ac.za Lifestyle & Entertainment Editor Vasti Visser s213436795@nmmu.ac.za Sports Editor Tebuho Zongwana s214355438@nmmu.ac.za Blog Cashelle McLean s213223538@nmmu.ac.za Designers Charne’ MacLean s213230747@nmmu.ac.za Tayla-Ann Rodger s213249154@nmmu.ac.za

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This is a student-run newspaper. The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily represent those of the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

If I’ve learnt anything this year, it’s that putting a newspaper together is no easy task – let alone putting one together during exam season. That’s not to say we at NMMYou are the only ones multi-tasking our way through the month of June .There are those who are flying the NMMU flag high in the USSA Women’s Soccer League (see page 16) while, undoubtedly, fighting exam stress simultaneously. There are those who are dedicating precious potential study time to raising money for a worthy cause (see page 9). We all know the struggle – and more so than ever, the struggle is real!

Nevertheless, we’ve pushed through, and thanks to the dedicated writers, editors, photographers and designers who’ve been working around the clock, I present to you the June edition of NMMYou – just in time for your well-deserved study break! Get your heart rate up with our study break exercises on page 14 (did you know exercise is proven to improve memory?) or head over to page 4 and catch up with what the SRC’s been up to this semester. Read up on NMMU’s very own baby Bok (page 16) or get some study-snack inspiration on page 10.

Oh, and before you get back to the books, we’d love to hear from you!

Send us your stories, news and views on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, or email me at s212288377@nmmu.ac.za.

But until then, wishing you copious amounts of luck with the rest of your papers! Remember, it’s only a couple more weeks to freedom!

All the best,

Nicole Downing

NEWS

RES STUDENTS REASSURED AFTER #FEDICSMUSTFALL

MR AND MISS NMMU

MORE THAN JUST A PAGEANT

By Arantxa Mathapersadh

By Zhane Saaid The demand for the termination of the Fedics food service provider in oncampus catering residences has prompted the SRC to get involved in implementing alternative cooking facilities as well as the #FedicsMustFall campaign driven by residences.

Commentary on the matter was delivered by the deputy president of the Student Representative Council (SRC), Anele Zondi, who said, “It has always been a vision of the SRC to have cooking facilities available for students as it has been an issue for quite a number of years now.” Earlier discussions with the university requesting alternative cooking arrangements for students have been rejected due to the ministerial act that states, according to Zondi, that many students, particularly first years, will likely not get the proper nutrition they need if cooking is left up to them. “Students who cook for themselves end up eating bread and egg everyday which is not healthy in terms of a nutrition system.”

Student resorts to a packet of chips for lunch after Fedics meal proves unsatisfactory

Strategically ensuring that a student maintains good eating habits and implementing cooking facilities that would uphold the idea of eating healthily proved successful based on the SRC’s arguments. It has been said that the university cannot prohibit students from buying from Fedics only until such a time when a variety of or alternative options are provided to students. “If there was more than one catering service provider available for students, especially during weekends for residence students, then we will support the call for a nutritious system,” Zondi added.

Through these discussions, the university agreed to two options. One was an extension of the current catering facilities to allow students to do their own self catering, and the other the establishment of kitchenettes closer to residences. These two options are currently being investigated to see which of the two is better preferred by students and, of course, the feasibility of each option.

The SRC’s involvement in the #FedicsMustFall campaign is that of a supportive role. This is not the first time that complaints have been raised against Fedics. Leadership within residences have already provided the SRC with documents outlining exact complaints from students which have been presented with by the SRC. This has probed the committee to put Fedics on probation and they have made it clear that another warning will see Fedics’ contract terminated.

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Miss NMMU Siposethu Mdodana & Mr NMMU Odwa Masiza Mr and Miss NMMU, which is often described as a ‘pageant’, seeks to break away from the stereotypical connotations attached to it that suggest it to be an event whereby students simply parade on stage. Instead, this year’s event seeks to reinforce the underlying purpose and goals of the event.

The first Mr and Miss NMMU pageant was held in 2005 and is said to be a platform for the university’s students that ultimately provides and allows them to showcase their individual talents. It is organised by a group of students, recruited via an application process. Students from various faculties form what is known as an events committee which then works together with the SRC to focus on the four main aspects of the event, some of which include production, entertainment and marketing.

In addition to providing a platform for students to showcase their talents, being a member of the organising committee allows students to apply the knowledge and skills developed in the classroom practically. Msondezi Matyila, Student Life, Events & Former Mr NMMU, Lethu Poltine, tragically passed away in a car accident on the 3rd of May 2015. The BCom Marketing Management graduate, who was crowned in

Governance Officer, stated that it encouraged students to embrace alternative talents in addition to their academic capabilities. “Even though you do what you do academically, there may be an additional talent that you can shine in and this competition provides you with a balance for these distinctive talents.”

The competition, which is set to take place the 19 September, recently hosted its pre-judging twelve male and female contestants.

“We are looking for a NMMU ambassador,” said Matyila, “an all-round student who can be found to be involved in different aspects and can relate to other students and to the community.”

The winners of the competition will be involved in a yearlong community project, which includes assisting a charity selected by the contestants. Ultimately, the competition seeks to prepare students for the outside world, create a balance between academics and social life, and provide students with a platform to exercise all knowledge and skills developed within lectures into practicality.

October 2010, was described by those closest to him as gentle, kind, respectful, loving and driven. Lethu is mourned by many. He was laid to rest on the 9th of May 2015.

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NEWS

THE GOLDEN KEY SOCIETY WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS FOR 2015

By Arantxa Mathapersadh The Golden Key International Honour Society celebrated their annual New Member Recognition Ceremony (NMRC) on May 5 for all 2015 candidates.

The event welcomed the new members, as well as inducted the honorary members of the society, celebrating those who have meticulously performed and excelled in the respective spheres being community, academics and leadership.

Furthermore, the ceremony served as a platform, not just for the newly inaugurated members who were encouraged to be active participants in the society, but a platform inclusive of the parents who engaged and witnessed the success of their children’s academic dedication in the preceding year.

The new members were invited to join the society earlier this year and it is through the acceptance of the invitation

that fully fledged membership is obtained. Members who were invited to be a part of the society consisted of the previous year’s academic achievers falling into the top 15% of their faculties.

exclusive scholarships, work opportunities from various corporate partners as well as allowing for students to not only be an academic achiever, but to be a well-rounded leader.

However, it was not restricted to only that group of individuals, as those who were not personally invited by the society were offered the opportunity to provide and plead a case that would be reviewed by the society thereby allowing for the possible acceptance into the society. The society’s president, Tinotenda Chilhera, commented by stating that, “Golden Key is open to all university students. If you work hard and keep your academic average high, then you may just make the cut.”

Members play an active role in the society, which can be seen through the various initiatives implemented by students. Initiative hosted by the society was, “Spark a Change”, which encourages students to mentor and tutor children from disadvantaged areas.

“Each of [the] initiatives help groom leaders; [the society] wants students to make good use of their time and [is preparing] them to be pioneers,” said Chilhera.

In addition to membership, the society offers various opportunities and advantages to all past and present members such as

This prestigious society, established on 29 November 1997, is the world’s largest collegiate honour society with over four hundred chapters at colleges and universities worldwide. It is described

as being committed to a high standard of scholastic achievement as well as striving for an ethos of integrity, innovation, respect, collaboration and diversity, which ultimately contributes to the three fundamental pillars of the society: Academics, Service and Leadership.

The Golden Key International Honour Society’s New Member Recognition Ceremony 2015

SRC PROVES SUCCESSFUL THIS SEMESTER

By Razaan Hackenberg It has been a busy, yet successful year for NMMU’s Student Representative Council (SRC) thus far, according to Baxolile Nodada, secretary general of the SRC. During the first semester the SRC focused on many issues such as Financial Assistance specifically National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), longer registration periods, shuttle services, student housing, computer labs and the longer study hours in the library.

Of the 5602 students who applied for NSFAS, 78% of applications were successful.

The SRC raised R4.8 million for an effective SRC Bailout Fund and debt clearance agreement in order to rescue

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students from student loan university. There will also be 3 debt. Additionally, at the end Marshals who will monitor the of the first term, the SRC, shuttles regularly. A committee was also able to raise R3.2 has also been formed which million to fund the Bachelor will be making sure the shuttle of Technology and Advanced service run efficiently.

Diploma and R1.8 million In terms of student housing, for final year the SRC students who convinced the were not able The SRC raised university to to receive funds provide heating R4.8 million for facilities from NSFAS. to T h r o u g h an student effective SRC all meetings with residences. The the Deputy Vice Bail-out Fund and SRC also got C h a n c e l l o r , debt clearance the university R500 000 was to agree to agreement added to the construct new shuttle service residences for budget. Additionally, there will t h e growing number of be a new transport system students. Similarly, through which will be extended to negotiating with Information distant areas in order for and Communication all students to get to the Technology (ICT) and

Student Housing, the SRC has managed to convince the university to build more computer labs at student residences in order to accommodate students who live on campus and have no access to computers.

Finally, the SRC has identified the library as the most convenient place for students to study. The university has agreed to pilot a 24 hour library which will start this semester.

“All this was done under the spirit of Academic Excellence,” said Nodada in a mass email sent out earlier this term. The SRC has many plans for the university which will be implemented during the course of the year or in the years to come.

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NEWS

NMMU - CELEBRATING 10 YEARS

By Arantxa Mathapersadh 11 May 2015 signalled the kick off to NMMU’s 10th birthday celebration. Two main events were organised, the first of which was the NMMU achievements expo followed by a musical concert later that afternoon.

The expo hosted an array of stalls set up by various departments of NMMU to highlight the various achievements over the past decade. On display by the Department of Archives and Records was a case containing Nelson Mandela’s personal diaries.

The expo was then followed by a concert at the NMMU Xerox Stadium which was attended by staff and students. NMMU’s awardwinning choir opened the concert, followed by a speech

by Vice-Chancellor Professor Derrick Swartz’s. Prof Swartz spoke of the potential of the university, as well as the need to continuously strive towards excellence. This included the building of two new campuses, hosting a marine and maritime faculty as well as a medical faculty, which would be partnered with a local governmental hospital.

Khanyisa Melwa, ‎Marketing & PR Assistant at NMMU said, mirroring the sentiments of the university at large, “We are living in very interesting times and I’m very excited to see where the university is going, and how, as a microcosm of society, we will make a greater impact in broader society as students of this university as well as components and captains of industry one day.”

Austin Johnson and Sade’ Prinsloo at the Student Governance and Development Stall

From left Ndileka Jacobs-Stokwe, Dr Sibongile Muthwa , Msondezi Matyila and in the back Brandon Matiwane at the NMMU 10 Year Celebration Concert

The Madibaz Band entertained the audience at the concert

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The NMMU choir performed at the concert

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FEATURES

LIFE AFTER GRADUATION

Brandon Matiwane (left) and Nooreen Agherdien (right) celebrate graduating with a B-Tech in Public Relations

By Phatheka Ngantweni At the entrance to the big gates of our university lives, graduation day is at the back of our minds as the day that marks an important milestone in our development. It is, for some, the beginning of freedom, both mental and financial.

For this reason that we work towards it in anticipation, lifted by hopes of a better, more fulfilled life after that important day. But what happens when it is not so cut and dried at the end of the line?

Many find themselves forming part of the statistics of unemployed graduates, fast- approaching the poverty line. Some are very fortunate as to have secured their first job by the time the heels and gowns are hung again. Some are forced to study further in order to avoid being part

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of those whose hopes for better prospects have been shattered.

The unfortunate situation of being unemployed after graduation day, does not remain without a solution. For After interviewing a handful of one, the Graduate and Student NMMU graduates, the bottom Placement Unit based at the line appeared to come down NMMU South Campus Main to one conclusion: Building, forms hard work. This part of the Centre time, hard work The unfortunate for Academic did not mean and parrot studying situation of being Engagement Collaboration.

It unemployed after and spending endless hours graduation day, does aims to contribute c r a m m i n g not remain without a to the knowledge and empowerment content. It meant solution. of students; to that one has to prepare them get out there, for employment; to secure and make oneself be visible by existing graduates and creating networks and paving student’s positions in the way to your career goals commerce, industry and other as early as your first year of employment organisations; study. This commitment and and to create valuable and effort has to be fuelled by sustainable employment a great and unprecedented opportunities for students. passion for the field of work It is such programmes you seek to pursue this is what that students need to align sets you apart from the rest.

Graduate Recruitment Programme: 27 July – 30 September 2015

NMMU Careers Fair: 29 July and 30 July 2015

themselves with in order to be better equipped and resourceful at the critical time between graduation and employment.

“After graduation, I thought I would be rich,” proclaimed Kholisa Nyengane, an NMMU Electrical Engineering graduate. “But I got a big reality check! It takes time to make big bucks and if money is what you are after, then you will come short very fast”. It seems the aim is not to relax after you have attained your degree but to keep opening avenues of self-development and improvement, even if it means you are not immediately employed after your graduation.

It is without doubt that this day marks a prestigious achievement in one’s life, but it is truly only the beginning of a long stretch.

Accounting and Law Day: 6 August 2015

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FEATURES FEATURES

PARENTAL GUIDANCE

By Nicole Downing Facebook or Twitter? figure rises to about a third.

Sneakers or slops? Swipe With all these arts graduates, left or swipe right? Our lives are there enough jobs and are riddled with choices income to go around? and in the society we live in Not according to a today, the possibilities seem concerned father, who prefers endless. Some choices not to be named, go beyond whose daughter which filter to is currently What happens use on your studying a BA at next Instagram when the decision Nelson Mandela upload.

What you’re making is M e t r o p o l i t a n happens when what you want to University. “Even the decision if she excels at you’re making spend the rest of your it, the rewards is what you want both personal life doing to spend the and financial, rest of your life will be small,” doing - your career - and the he says. “I also consider that only thing standing between she has not actually made a you and your future are career choice, just a university your very own parents? course selection” Port Elizabeth counsellor, Melanie Lubbe, suggests that there are various reasons for parents disapproving of their children’s career choice.

“Parents may resist a certain career option, merely out of personal preference or even because they did not have specific opportunities when they had to make these choices,” she says. However, a parent’s disapproval often goes beyond a mere ‘because I said so.’ With the South African economy being to say the least unsteady, parents may worry about their child’s ability to sustain themselves in the future. According to Statistics there are about 4.6 million unemployed people in South Africa, 600 000 of which are university graduates.

Megan McArdle, writer for The Daily Beast and Newsweek offers an explanation for these unsettling statistics. According to her “BA is now a ticket to a job in a coffee shop.” Taking a look at statistics from some South African universities, she may not be too far off base. At both the University of Cape Town and the University of Witwatersrand about a quarter of the student population study under the Humanities faculty and at Rhodes University the

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This begs the question: do parents put too much pressure on their children?

Les-leigh Alaart, a 21-year-old student from Port Elizabeth says she suffered from depression in 2012 when she studied analytical chemistry, something her family suggested in order for her to get a ‘proper job.’ “I found myself distracted from work too often,” she recalls. “I hated it.”

Lubbe suggests that to avoid such a situation, the best idea is to open the lines of communication with your parents. “But before approaching your parents, ensure you have done a fair amount of research on your field of interest,” she warns.

Another option Lubbe suggests is to seek help from an objective third party.

“A guidance counsellor and perhaps a person who holds a position in the prospective career that can offer practical advice.”

Compromise should also be considered. Parents should do their research too, says

Source: www.peaceinyourhome.com

Lubbe, and if they still disapprove they can lay down a few ground rules. For example, should the student decide midway through their training that their parents were right, they will be responsible for the costs involved in changing

While you are on the verge of adulthood, remember that sometimes your parents are just looking out for you. their course.

Ultimately, though, a supportive environment can only be beneficial to students, which can be achieved if parents see that their child is happy in what they do, as is the case with Les-leigh. “I had to explain to my mum that

my interests were elsewhere, and she understood,” says Les-leigh, who left analytical chemistry, with her mother’s support, to study a BA. “I’m happy now, I feel liberated and I’m at peace,” she said.

The older you get, you are faced with more decisions.

While you are on the verge of adulthood, remember that sometimes your parents are just looking out for you.

Working with each other instead of against each other is key; they may prove to be more helpful than you realise.

And once you’ve made up your mind about your career, you can go back to worrying about the important things in life. Like whether your profile is worthy of a right-swipe.

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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

THE BAYWEST BUCKETLIST

By Dana Hyde Baywest Mall is the hottest lifestyle and entertainment hub to hit Port Elizabeth shores to date. Striking architecture meets ample parking space, providing a chic retail experience. So here is a compilation of the top five things that should be on your Baywest bucket list for 2015.

An ‘iced’ success The ‘icing on the cake’ has to be the American-sized ice skating rink. Whether you have the moves of a seasoned professional or just a taste for fun times with family and friends, give this attraction a try. Make a day of it - you definitely won’t be disappointed!

RIGHT TOP: Sushi at Baywest Photo Credit: Rick Grobler

RIGHT BELOW : Visitors to the Baywest Mall ice skating rink Photo Credit: Wade Golightly

The Imax Experience If you are a movie enthusiast, Baywest boasts both IMAX theatres and Ster Kinekor’s Cine Prestige.

Latest technologies will satisfy movie goers, combining both style and comfort for the ultimate big screen experience.

Classy Cuisine The Baywest food court is a taste explosion.

Along with classic, trusted eateries of old, you can find new introductions such as The Bubble Tea Company, American baked goods store, Cinnabon, and a champagne and sushi bar - to name but a few.

For the love of the game...

With both a games centre and bowling alley, fun times are always on the menu. Baywest Mall truly has everything under one roof. So, if fun times, laughs and gaming are your forte, this should be your niche of choice.

Runway Ready Baywest offers the ultimate selection of statement fashion. Get trendy this winter with brands such as River Island, Dune, La Senza and Topshop hitting the Port Elizabeth circuit.

Champagne and Tapas bar at Baywest Mall

Photo Credit: Gaby du Preez

River Island at Baywest Mall

Photo Credit: Gaby du Preez

So, Madibaz, I highly recommend you get down to Baywest Mall today. Motivating factor? A little ‘post-exam’ retail therapy won’t hurt!

For more information, visit www.baywestmall.co.za

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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

COLOUR, COLOUR, BANG, BANG!

By Dana Hyde The Port Elizabeth Color Run took place on 17 May 2015 on NMMU territory.

For those not in the know, The Color Run is a five kilometer powder-paintfilled fun run that results in a human portrait of colour.

Established in 2012, this now globetrotting event incorporates values of happiness, healthiness, individuality and giving back to the community.

Colour Runners (from left) Jan Ro, Richard Tyrell, Freyja Oelkers and Anika Keils

The race was, without a doubt, worth the ticket price. Pre-race organization was world-class with welcoming staff at each station. Collection of race packs, which included a t-shirt, powder paint and

more, was efficient and quick, building up the anticipation of the event. It was refreshing to see no emphasis placed on time scores or winners. This was a lovely family-driven, ‘all ages welcome’ event, which put emphasis on cheerfulness and individuality. The spirited community atmosphere present on race day is sure to linger with all those who participated.

All in all, if fun is the name of the game you are after, I would thoroughly encourage you to join in on the 2016 leg of the Port Elizabeth Color Run. It definitely lived up to its motto of “the happiest 5k on the planet”.

PARTY WITH A PURPOSE

By Cashelle McLean On Saturday 16 May, the hit acoustic music event, Heartstrings, returned to Port Elizabeth for a second year to raise funds for the Human Dignity centre - a branch of Jerusalem Ministries which aids children in crisis and destitute men.

This event, which was held at The Music Kitchen, was a part of the yearlong Intsikelelo Campaign, created by a group of seven NMMU Public Relations students. All in all, the event raised R5000 for the charity as well as signed up twentysix volunteers.

Heartstrings events. Well Done Sun, whose fusion of rock, funk, jazz and indie, resonated with the crowd and the night concluded with a performance

by Michelle Olivier. Well Done Sun vocalist and guitarist, Hanno Van Den Berg, felt the magic in the air that night, saying, “This was more than just a music event; it felt like there was unity amongst the people because they were all there for a good cause.”

Jerusalem Ministries go visit their website www.jmin.org.za or find them on Facebook.

A well organised event for a worthy cause

The night was opened by the acoustic duo, Whiskey Legs, who are known for their blues and jazz sounds. They were followed by Emile Naidu, a returning musical guest of the

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The event brought together lovers of great music, food, company, photo booths and of course giving back. Attendee, Tayla Rodgers, said, “I thought it was a really awesome event with good music and good vibes - a well organised event for a worthy cause.”

If you are interested in seeing more from the event or

NMMU student organisers pictured with Di Darlow, co-ordinator at Jerusalem Ministries

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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

BANG FOR YOUR BUCK RECIPES: STUDENT EDITION

By Cashelle Mclean Sick of 2 Minute Noodles and beans on toast? Here are some great recipes that won’t break the bank and can be made from everyday items found in the back of the grocery cupboard (or pinched from your parents’ pantry) these could be made in less than 30 minutes.

Crispy Microwave Potato Chips

Tasty microwave Quiche

Prep & cooking time:

Prep & cooking time:

5 minutes

13 minutes

Ingredients:

Ingredients:

Potato, salt, other seasoning

1 egg, ½ tablespoon milk, butter for greasing, salt, pepper, ½ slice of bread, cheese and any desired filling.

(This recipe uses feta, tomato, red pepper and mozzarella)

For a healthier alternative, swop the potato for a sweet potato.

Steps: 1.Wash and peel the potato 2.Slice the potato into thin pieces that resemble the Lay chips look.

Crispy Microwave Potato Chips

Source: savorysweetlife.com

Steps: 1.Grease half of the inside of a mug.

2.In a separate dish mix the egg and milk, seasoning and fillings of your choice.

3.Place on a lightly olive oil coated plate and add seasoning.

3.Place in the greased mug.

4.Cook in the microwave for 3 minutes on high. Ttime may vary +- 30 seconds.

4.Crumble bread and place it on the top of the mixture (serves as base of quiche).

5.Leave for 60 seconds after cooked to crisp up.

5.Cook in microwave for 3 to 5 minutes on high.

6.Once done, score the quiche around the edges, turn mug upside down on plate to release quiche.

Tasty microwave Quiche

Mediterranean Stuffed Aubergine Prep & cooking time: 45 minutes Ingredients: 1 aubergine (eggplant), 1 tin tomato and onion mix, garlic, diced bacon and veggies (I used red pepper, mushrooms and olives), salt, pepper, cheese, Italian herbs, and a pinch of sugar and paprika.

Steps: 1.Rinse aubergine, cut off the top and tip, and then halve the vegetable.

2.NB:

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Place

the

eggplant

pieces into cold salted water and cover. Leave to rest for half an hour. Change the water if it becomes yellowed (you should do this twice).

Source: savorysweetlife.com

plants with the mixture, top with cheese and place back into the oven for another 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

3.Preheat oven to 200°C, place aubergine onto a baking tray and rub with olive oil, salt and pepper.

4.Cook in oven for 20 - 30 minutes.

5.While the aubergine is cooking, fry the meat on the pan, add tinned tomatoes & onion, season-ing, herbs, sugar and desired vegetables.

Stir now and then.

6.Once aubergine has roasted, remove their centres and mix them with the sauce. Stuff egg-

Mediterranean

Stuffed

Aubergine

Source:www.schwartz.co.uk

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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

ONE MAN’S TRASH IS ANOTHER MAN’S TREASURE SOURCED SECOND HAND STORES

By Vasti Visser

St. Francis Hospice This charity driven business sells anything from second hand clothes and books, to home ware and general brick-and-brack.

Visit one of their stores and you are bound to walk out with a piece of forgotten treasure, while simultaneously supporting a great cause. The profits made at the St Francis Hospice stores go towards providing holistic care to patients and families living with life threatening illnesses such as HIV/AIDS. Visit them at: Store 63, 4th Avenue, Newton Park - 041 364 1970 12 Rink Street, Central – 041 582 3304

Bargain Box Another store with a cause, the Bargain Box operates in aid of the Animal Anti-Cruelty League. The League works towards the elimination of cruelty towards and suffering of all types of animals. The Bargain Box is the perfect place to shop for your winter warmer “grandpa jersey”. They also have a discount rail for even bigger savings.

Visit them at: Store no. 3, 9th Avenue Shopping Centre, Walmer – 041 581 2852

Chesire Homes

Leah van Wyk, co-owner of Misty Garb, in one of her vintage coats

There is no need to travel too far for a second hand splurge.

Cheshire Homes is right on the doorstep of North and South campuses and has two little known second hand stores – one for clothing and one for general bric-a-brac.

Visit them at: 7 Gomery Avenue, Summerstrand – 041 583 2183

Misty Garb Two second year NMMU students recently started their very own online business, dealing in quality vintage coats. They run their business from their Facebook page and occasionally host popup stores in Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas. One of their coats is the perfect addition to your winter wardrobe, and as an added bonus you won’t risk bumping into anyone with the same, as Misty Garb’s coats are individually selected and imported from the UK.

Ivy + Samuel

Visit them at: Facebook – Misty Garb

This is another internet based store, owned and operated by local PE twins and NMMU alumni, Samantha and Ashleigh Holland.

Ivy + Samuel provides whimsical vintage threads to South African and international customers. The sisters’ appreciation of vintage clothing conveniently aligned with today’s fashion trends and they grasped at the opportunity to make a living out of something they love. Be sure to keep an eye on this fast growing business that will soon be expanding to Cape Town and opening their doors in Port Elizabeth.

Visit them at: Facebook – Ivy + Samuel

Instagram - @MistyGarb

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Twitter - @Ivy_and_Samuel

Instagram - @Ivyandsamuel

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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

CAMPUS FASHION CALLOUT – KNITWEAR SELECTION

By Les-leigh Alaart A good ol’ jersey or cardigan should be a staple in everyone’s wardrobes, and the winter months give us a good excuse to cozy up in these awesome pieces of knitwear. Here is our selection of this month’s campus fashion call outs, #KnitwearEdition.

Chad Witbooi Knitwear: Vintage

Ayapha Njoli Knitwear: Billabong

Dr Carla Zdanow Knitwear: Cotton On

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Zani Alberts Knitwear: Top Shop

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Dalton Smit Knitwear: Vintage

Kyla Naude Knitwear: Pick n’ Pay

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Duane van Heerden Knitwear: Mr Price

Chare Slabbert Knitwear: Mr Price

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SPORT

HITTING THE BOOKS – THE RIGHT WAY

By Les-leigh Alaart Exams are in our midst and as university students I’m quite sure that we’re all aware of how tedious hours upon hours of studying can become. Maybe a little spice to the daily exam routine is much needed. Where can I get this spice, you ask?

The spice … is exercise.

Exercise is known universally as a highly rewarding activity.

These rewards include leaving us feeling energized, relaxed and refreshed, and improving our ability to remember. It was found in recent studies by the Institute of Medical Psychology at Goethe University in

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Frankfurt, Germany, that exercising during studying is significantly more effective than exercising beforehand, or not exercising at all.

Because we at NMMYou hold dear to us the philosophy of Ubuntu and would like our fellow students to do well, we’ve put together a 16 minute Tabata workout for you to do in your study break. Tabata is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that consists of 8 rounds of maximum reps for 20 seconds and rest for 10 seconds. It goes a little something like this…

ROUND 2 Pushups 20 seconds Rest 10 seconds

Bird Dogs 20 seconds

Half Burpees 20 seconds

Rest 10 seconds

Rest 10 seconds

ROUND

3

Mountain Climbers 20 seconds

Bicycle Crunches

Rest

20 seconds

10 seconds

Rest 10 seconds

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SPORT Squat Thrusts 20 seconds Rest 10 seconds

THE CAMPUS FOOTBALL LEAGUE By

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Planks 20 seconds Rest 10 seconds

Split Jumps 20 seconds Rest 10 seconds

Vuyisile

Skarfu

Open to all registered students & staff, the NMMU Campus Football league (CFL) is a recreational football league. Traditionally, the league was a residence only competition reserved for those on South Campus.

However, in recent years, the league has evolved as other campuses (2nd Avenue Campus, North Campus and Missionvale Campus) registered their respective teams to compete.

The League gives teams the chance to fight their way to the top and to win the Top 8 knockout challenge, including battling it out for the SRC tournament. However, only one team will be named the champion while current CFL Cup holders, The Rebels, attempt to defend their title.

Letaba FC player and House Committee member, Kent, encourages students to support the games. “Come in your numbers and support your favourite residence as we represent you, while we battle it out with our rivals�, he says For more information contact Mr Steven Thomas, Deputy Director of Sports on Tel: 041 504 3505 or email: steven. thomas@nmmu.ac.za.

Clubs* *Last updated in 2014

NB: Remember your stretches beforehand and to remain hydrated at all times!

Rebels

Laboria

Unitas

South Point

Letaba

Aengus

SSV

Oceana

Rainbow House

Xanadu

Central

Nans

Klesal

Inter sc

Kaguta

Premier FC

Kings Raiders

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SPORT

NMMU’S VERY OWN BABY BOK

By Tebuho Zongwan Former Grey High School, EP under-18 craven week rugby captain and current Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) Madibaz rugby vice-captain, CyrilJohn (CJ) Velleman, surpassed all expectation in his rise to success when he achieved his national honors in South African Rugby.

Having recently made it onto the Junior Springbok team that toured Argentina, CJ starred as an ace for the Madibaz unsuccessful run in the FNB Varsity Cup Sponsored by Steinhoff.

The success story began at schoolboy level, where he led his former high school (Grey High School) and 2013 EP Craven week side.

CJ then started in the ABSA Currie Cup under-19 division. This is where scouts for the South African Junior Springboks side started to pick and choose the best players

from the tournament. “Scouts would also come to the Varsity Cup games and look at how we played” said CJ. After observing the respective tournaments, a number of fifty players were selected to part take in a trial week held in Stellenbosch (Western Cape).

From there, the top thirty-six players took part in an eighteen day camp of hard training, including warm-up trial games against the Western Province institute and Varsity Cup Dream team. “These were really tough games and every one of the thirty-six guys on the team gave their all” he said. “We didn’t make it easy for the selectors”. After an intense training camp, four players were cut out leaving the remaining squad number at 34. This would be the final squad made up of four non-travelling reserves (CJ included). However, after an injury in the team, he was up into the 28 man squad to tour

CJ Velleman in action playing for the Madibaz at Varsity Cup earlier this year

Argentina as a warm-up for the players and the call up of Junior World Cup in Italy. one extra backline player.

After a number of games Unfortunately this also saw CJ the team returned to South bowing out of the squad, but Africa and began preparations. nevertheless, he has made for the upcoming World Cup the city of Port Elizabeth and which saw the return of injured NMMU proud.

USSA WOMEN’S SOCCER LEAGUE QUALIFIERS SEES NMMU MADIBAZ SHINE

By Aaminah Ismail The NMMU w o m e n ’ s soccer team cruised their way through the University Sports South Africa (USSA) qualifiers to book their place in the national tournament.

The Madibaz showed great character to ensure NMMU and Port Elizabeth will be represented amongst the top sporting universities in South Africa. Zaahirah Jordaan, a B Tech student at NMMU, and a defender for the women’s team gave us insight into the highs and lows our Madibaz faced throughout the tournament.

Despite a shaky start, losing 4-1 against Walter Sisulu

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University, the Madibaz were not discouraged, becoming more galvanized as the tournament progressed. “The team was still fairly new, everyone was still trying to get to know each other” Jordaan says, “but the more training we had, the better we knew each other’s strengths and weaknesses.

We started playing for each other.” After the turbulent start the Madibaz went on to win the rest of their matches, qualifying comfortably. The qualifying stages consisted of six games played over a three weekend period, with each team playing two games a day, so fitness and match endurance played a big part in qualifying – as well as a winning mentality.

After the opening match loss, the Madibaz were pushed in training by coach, Fiona. “[Our]

coach really helps the players engage in training sessions, everything is always well thought out, and the results show this”. Jordaan adds that the entire coaching staff helped push the team to their limits, bringing out the best in each individual, and the bonding in training showed when the Madibaz ended off the tournament on a high, heavily beating Rhodes by 11 goals to 1. “That was definitely the best game of the tournament,” Jordaan laughs. “We played really good soccer that day, everyone was at their peak. It was the greatest feeling”.

The impressive scoreline boosted the girl’s confidence even more. “It wasn’t just about the goals, it was a brilliant team performance and that is all that matters”,

says Jordaan. The team has completely gelled and are more than ready to tackle the national competition come the end of the year; “I really enjoy playing in this team” Jordaan says, “We are a family; we are close on and off the field, this bond helps us during games.

We’ll be putting our head down and working hard to make sure we’re adequately prepared to go as far as we can in the USSA tournament and make NMMU proud”.

The Madibaz are currently playing in the university soccer league every weekend. The USSA 2015 tournament commences November 30 and concludes December 4 with Free State University hosting the event.

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