Halls Life Spring Edition 2016

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Halls Life SPRING EDITION

Snap Snap Check out if your face is in this edition!

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Exhibitions

Future Events

Your guide on what not to miss out on this term.

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Get a sneak peak at our upcoming schedule Page Fourteen.

Introduction

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This term we hope those of you who joined us in September have had an amazing first term!

We’d also like to welcome all of those who have joined us in halls recently.

majority of our events are free and run by students for students. The programme covers a range of events from local movie nights to trips around the world.

Living in Halls is an amazing period of time during your university life. It can push you into situations outside your comfort zone.

You could already have met people who you’ll remain friends with for life, you’ll have met your future colleagues, you could even have met the next Stella McCartney or a future Turner Prize winner. Like the university, it can be a very nourishing environment to be surrounded by creatives.

As ‘Social Reps’ it’s our job to run the events in Halls and around London; we also listen to your ideas for future events or campaigns.

Feel free to email us with any ideas to: social.programme@arts.ac.uk.

We hope you have a fabulous spring term and enjoy the 2nd edition of Halls Life.

At UAL we are proud to host the UK’s leading and award-winning events programme. The

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The Costume Store

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Post Grad Perspective

Don Gratton House

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What makes you happy?

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Hello from your Student Union Sabbatical Officers

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Your guide to saving money across London

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Snap Snap - your recent weeks in pictures

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Exhibitions this term

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Contributors

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Tyisha Rochelle

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Amani Ghareeb Mohasseb

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Chang Sombatkamrai

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Post Grad Perspective

by Amani Ghareeb Mohasseb

Coming back to the United Kingdom after being away for 2 years was very exciting. I remember looking forward to it the entire summer since the day I got accepted. I thought the first thing I would be doing after a 13-hour flight was sleep however I found myself exploring London straight away.

Living in halls has given me the opportunity to easily meet other students outside of my course with whom I always enjoy talking about anything and everything, even course related topics. It is important for a postgraduate student to have a community of support around them for their studies.

At the beginning, I had the idea that when I told people I would be studying for an MSc, they would assume I was older and boring, but the opposite happened. First of all, I am not the oldest and secondly I get invited to a lot of socials and flat parties all the time. I was surprised that there are a lot of returners and post grad students at the Costume Store and across UAL halls. Not many universities encourage returners and post graduates to live in halls.

At the end of the first term I found myself having a second family, sister, brother or simply a best friend and it does not necessarily have to be only your flatmates, it can be anyone living at your halls that you have bonded with during a flat party or even one of the events by the Social Programme, such as afternoon tea which has to be my favourite.

I have two bachelor degrees and I have been to two different universities for my undergraduate studies. However, UAL has to be my favourite

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by far because no matter what course you are on, you can and you do get involved in other aspects, for example arts, media and fashion.

I am currently studying a post graduate course that many might not be aware is offered anywhere. It is at London College of Fashion, and is the world’s first and only MSc in Applied Psychology in Fashion.

In comparison with my undergraduate studies, the relationship that you have with your tutors is different. It seems as if you are working closer with them yet under their supervision. Our course leader created a tradition that every first Thursday of the month we go to the lovely pub in front of LCF for a monthly social. We get to bond and socialise with our tutors, classmates, and even previous students. In other words we get to relax a little together which is great.

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Hello!

We’re your elected, full-time student reps. All of us are UAL students on sabbatical (taking a year out) to represent you and provide the support you need. Together, we run the Students’ Union (SUARTS), an independent non-profit organisation run by students, for students.

By enrolling at UAL, you’re automatically a member of SUARTS, and membership means you can join our societies and sports teams, get discounts on London living, pick up hands-on industry experience, and influence changes within your course, your college or the whole of UAL. We also run two not-for-profit cafes and the Darkroom bar, offer free academic and employment advice, facilitate the Arts Active fitness programme, and run great clubnights.

When you see us, say ‘Hi’ - we’re excited to get to know you!

Summer Oxley Activities Officer activities@su.arts.ac.uk @Sumoxley

Anastazja Oppenheim Campaigns Officer campaigns@su.arts.ac.uk @AnaOpp

Hey there! I’m here to defend your rights and help make changes – whether at university, or in the wider community. I’m lobbying UAL to reduce the cost of study and include students in decision making. II grew grew uup decisionmaking. p in Poland and studied Culture, Criticism and Curation at CSM. Apart from activism, I also love exhibitions, parties and glitter. suartscampaigns.tumblr.com

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Hello! I studied Painting at Wimbledon, am from up north, and love all things kitsch.

I’ve been elected to oversee Sports, Societies and Creative Opportunities at the SU. There’s something for everyone, so get involved!

Bee Tajudeen Education Officer education@su.arts.ac.uk @TajiBeee

Hi! Hi! II focus focus on on your your curriculum, curriculum, your tuition, and representati tuition and representation.

I studied studied PR PR at at LCC LCC and and am am aa happy-go-lucky happy-go-lucky person! person! My My mission mission is is to to ensure ensure that that people people of of colour colour are are seen seen in in UAL UAL -contact contact me me ifif you you have have an an ideao idea celebrate diversity! to celebrate diversity!

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Scarlett Langdon Welfare Officer welfare@su.arts.ac.uk @scarlettshaney

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Heya! II represent represent you you on on student student support, support, wellbeing, wellbeing, housing housing and and equal equal opportunities. opportunities. So So far far I’ve I’ve been been increasing increasing support support for for students students with with mental mental health health difficulties, difficulties, and and increasing increasing transgender transgender awareness. awareness. II also also launched launched the the petition petition for for gender gender neutral neutral toilets, toilets, which which we we won! won! http://suartswelfare.tumbl suartswelfare.tumblr.com

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Your North, South, East and West guide to the Capital.

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North Tyisha @ Sketch House The best local restaurants to try?

The Exeter Bakery is literally a minute walk from Sketch House and has a collection of different breads as well as a really nice menu at average prices. Roosters Piri Piri, near the bowling alley by Finsbury Park Station, offers a menu similar to Nando’s at half the price.

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West Lucy @ The Costume Store

Cheapest gym/sports/activity centre close by?

There’s Sobell leisure centre in Hornsey Road that offers a lot of activities including ice skating, trampolining, squash, gym, badminton and more.

What is cheap at night?

Mi Casa Friday is is a cheap student night out at the O2 Academy Islington and Sketch House students get cheaper entry by quoting Sketch House on the door every Friday.

What is fun for a cheap day out?

I have both the Timeout & Fever apps and they notify you about the best cheapest and free events closest to you, there are loads of events!

The best local restaurants to try?

The Foundry in North Acton, great food at 20% discount to UAL students and 30% off Top local money saving tip? drinks. Do breakfast on the weekend too.

Do not buy lots of things you don’t need because there’s a deal on! Check what you Cheapest gym/sports/activity centre have in before going shopping and write a list close by? and stick to it! Pay in cash instead of card and I-Gym; £25 a month, it has state of the art leave your card at home so you can’t go over gym equipment and all of the classes are your budget. included in the price. There’s also Virgin Gym in Acton for £70 a month, if you want a pool, sauna and hot tub!

What is cheap at night?

The Castle Pub, cosy atmosphere and sometimes has live acts and pub quizzes and has a 15% discount to all UAL students.

What is fun for a cheap day out?

Going out to South Kensington to the museums and wandering round, sitting in the sunshine in the gardens. Window shopping in Westfield.

Top local money saving tip?

Alway is shop at Asda, even if it’s not the closest supermarket, if you buy in bulk it’s so much cheaper! Also you can go to 99p stores and get things like deodorant and febreze which is so much cheaper than in the supermarkets, for the exact same brands.

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South Shorlagh @ Glassyard Building The best local restaurants to try?

Pop Brixton and Turtle Bay are really great restaurant-wise.

Cheapest gym/sports/activity centre close by?

The Gym is a 10-15min walk and £20 per month.

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East Eve @ Sir John Cass Hall Cheapest gym/sports/activity centre close by?

We have Victoria Park with plenty of room to go for a run with your mates and a number of quality gyms around the Hackney area, they still cannot beat the cost of the UAL space in Holborn.

What is cheap at night?

If you’re after free entry, head to Oslo in Hackney Central, Heaven with a wristband from Soho or The Dolphin. Lidl offers great dupes of favourite drinks, for instance an Irish cream drink which won an award this year for only £3 (George Allen recommends)!

What is fun for a cheap day out?

London Fields has a free outside Lido, there are affordable cafes and if you walk back through Victoria Park with your hot chocolate there are craft fairs, boating and a lake.

Top local money saving tip?

If you go to the green-grocer rather than the Lidl or even Tesco you can find some wonderful deals for your fruit and veg; Hackney Central has plenty, especially Mare and Well Street.

What is cheap at night?

Thursdays at Phonox “Brixton Disco Club”, UAL students get in free before midnight and £2.50 drinks all night.

What is fun for a cheap day out?

Walking around Brixton markets and chilling in the park is a cheap day out.

Top local money saving tip?

Glassyard is super lucky to be only 10 mins away from Brixton! Every Thursday there is a cool night at Phonox that plays disco music and UAL students get in for free before midnight!

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Exhibitions this term Check out the Top 5 exhibitions that you shouldn’t miss this term...

Artist Textiles: Picasso to Warho Warholl

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In celebration of the Saatchi Gallery’s 30th Birthday it will display an exhibition honouring emerging and established female artists. Including work of artists such as Jenny Saville, Paula Rego, Tracey Emin, Alice Anderson and Phoebe Unwin. Surely an exhibition one should not miss?

When: January 13 - March 6 Where: Saatchi Gallery Price: Free

Drawing on Childhood

Drawing on Childhood depicts illustrations of child characters in fiction by illustrators from the 18th century till today. Making the exhibition even more unique, new illustrations were created for Henry Fielding’s novel, ‘The History of Tom Jones’ by contemporary artist Pablo Bronstein, Chris Haughton and Posy Simmonds.

Chasing ghosts from your own childhood, follow the cultural trail of storytelling or simply get lost in a sad but beautiful magic.

Electronic Electronic Superhighway Superhighway

To celebrate the centenary of Arnold Schoenberg’s atonal piano piece Cory Archangel creates a sensational piano piece of his own. Cory Archangel is best known for his videogame modification creations made out of pieces from 170 videos in which cats walk over pianos. A fun and cute contemporary criticism to watch, but don’t be fooled, this New York post-conceptual artist is not easy on the ears but a must for all who are conceptual artists themselves.

When: 18 January – 30 March Where: William Morris Gallery Price: Free

This exhibition investigates the history of 20th century art through textiles. It furthermore explores Fauvism, Cubism, Constructivism, Abstraction and Surrealism movements within the industry. Fashionistas and Textile Designers and Interior Architects this one is for you!

When: 31 January – 18 May Where: Fashion and Textile Museum Price: £4 with National Art Pass (standard entry £8)

Vogue 100: A Century of Style

Bringing a retrospective view on the last 100 years of the British Vogue this exhibition displays original magazines, vintage prints and Condé Nast archival material.

Renowned photographers such as Cecil Beaton, Lee Miller, David Bailey, Irving Penn and many more demonstrate the power of publishing. A must for all fashionistas and those who believe in the power of words and images.

When: February 11 - May 22 Where: National Portrait Gallery Price: £19, £17.50 concs

When: 22 January – 1 May 2016 Where: The Foundling Museum Price: Free with National Art Pass (standard entry £7.50)

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Events coming up...

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At UAL we’re proud to host the UK’s leading and award-winning events programme. It’s free and ran by students for students, and covers a massive range of events rom local movie nights to trips around the world. Look out for ‘Social Reps’, they’re follow students who put together events in your hall.

Visit Facebook for the full event listings, more information and to book: fb.com/UALSocial

Film Night Every Wednesday

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Pillow Cinema Cinema Club Club Pillow

Cosy up on a bean bag at the BluePrint Café (Holborn Campus) and watch a great film on our big screen. We’ll also throw in freshly made popcorn, snacks and drinks – all for free!

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Afternoon Tea Every Sunday

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Edinburgh Trip

Visit Scotland’s capital for three nights with us and admire the stunning scenery, striking architecture, fine food and outdoor pursuits. Travel and stay with fellow students with organised activities available each day.

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