Editorial
FEBRUARY 2020
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NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
FINDING A WORK-PLAY BALANCE
Dear Spark readers,
The Spark’s Print Editor Taz shares her top tips for implementing a weekly routine which works for you and is kind to your wellbeing.
I hope you’ve all had a great start to the new term and are looking forward to getting stuck into another packed issue of The Spark. In News this month you can expect to read about the RUSU Elections including a detailed timeline of events and tips from the current fulltime officers about running for one of the 2020/21 representative roles.
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LITTLE WOMEN REVIEW Student Kiran explains why this adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s
19th century novel is still relevant today.
Photo by: IMDB/Allstar/Columbia Productions
Photo by Ollie House
Our main story this month features responses to questions about UoR’s international student experience from the Vice-Chancellor. We also reflect on campus events including the Re-Freshers’ Fayre, Give it a Go week, and The 3rd Degree quiz show hosted by BBC Radio 4. Global and national events are also topics of this month’s section so be sure to check out News for the latest on Brexit, The Royal Family, Hong Kong, Trump and The Climate Crisis. Articles on the Australian bush fires, World War Three rumours and the Labour leadership contest are also hoping to inform you this issue. Over in Lifestyle you’ll find valentine’s themed articles including date and gift guides, as well as student Annie’s feature article on the evolution of the romance celebration.
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READING RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB RRUFC share what they’ve been up to this academic year and how they’ve been preparing for Varsity!
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Our student writers also offer their insights into maintaining new year’s resolutions, shopping secondhand, and simple ways to help the fight against climate change. And if it’s travel or cooking inspiration you’re looking for, read Kiran’s advice for visiting “the best ski resort in Italy” and Eden’s article on turning meal making from a chore into a hobby.
In Entertainment you’ll find reviews of cinema favourites Little Women and 1917, as well as student Elsie’s take on Netflix’s second series of Sex Education. Music inspiration can also be gained from overviews of Billie Eilish and Halsey’s new releases. Don’t forget to check out your monthly horoscope over in Entertainment too. Our Photography section takes a look at events from throughout this and last month including Give it a Go taster sessions, the Big RUSU Update and Refreshers’ Fayre. Meanwhile our Sport section gives a first look at our campus societies’ preparation for next month’s Varsity including updates from Swimming. Water Polo, and Parkour. As always, we are looking for new writers and members to join our society and would love to hear from you if you have a passion for writing, an interest in a particular topic, or are looking to improve your skills in photography, marketing, or design. If this is you, please get in contact at editor.spark@reading.ac.uk or via our Facebook groups. Head to the Noticeboard on page for more information about how you to connect with us on social media. I hope you enjoy reading this issue!
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