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CLEAN BANDIT NEIL ON STUDENT LIFE AND THE LONG SLOG TO SUCCESS

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IS CLEGGY TOAST? Boiling point: Clegg and, inset, an ‘unhappy birthday’ message from student activists PICTURES: DAVID SPENDER/ FACEBOOK

...OR WILL STUDENTS SAVE HIS BACON? MOLLIE CARBERRY and NICK WINROW NICK CLEGG is clinging to his parliamentary seat as he faces a backlash at the next election from students angry at his tuition fees U-turn. The Lib Dem leader is feeling the outrage of students, who make up about 17 per cent of voters in his Shef�ield Hallam constituency, for breaking his word when he backed the decision to raise fees to £9,000. He sits just three points ahead of Labour in the latest Lord Ashcroft opinion polls – a far cry from his 30 per cent majority at the last general election, giving students the power to change everything. Experts from the Higher Education Policy Institute say he is one of 12 Lib Dem MPs in danger. The outcome may yet hang

on a new system requiring students to sign up to the electoral register individually, rather than allowing their universities to put their names forward. The HEP’s Nick Hillman said it ‘threatens the in�luence of students because it does not match their lives’. Robin Wilde, of Shef�ield Labour Students, claimed his party had been

‘working even harder than before’, adding its candidate Oliver Coppard was aiming to restore faith in politicians by being more open about areas such as expenses. But Harry Matthews, from the University of Shef�ield Liberal Democrats, said: ‘I think Nick will win

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New kit gives developers excuse to play games while studying Hunt for apps top with tots CHILDREN’S TV may be nothing more than hangover viewing for some – but BBC channel CBeebies is teaming up with researchers at the University of Sheffield to ensure apps for children encourage them to think and play. Working with pupils at Monteney Primary School and two other media companies, the group hopes to find out how children aged four years and under prefer to use tablet computer apps, before rating them for parents and primary teachers.

Trust us, it’s work More than just fun and games: Students try out the new software at Sheffield Hallam University’s PlayStation development teaching lab

LIAM O’NEILL IF YOUR parents think you spend your days at university doing nothing but sitting on your games console... you may not want to let them read this. That’s because Sheffield Hallam University has just splashed out on PlayStation 4s – a design laboratory full of 34 game development kits for the new console, to be precise. It means Hallam students have more PlayStations to help them complete Call Of Duty – sorry, develop cutting-edge games on – than any in the world. The software is available to all final-year game development students and an MComp masters

class has already produced a PlayStation 4 version of the team puzzle game Aspect, which was developed at the university. The kit was unveiled by Sean Millard, creative director of Sheffield-based game studio Sumo Digital. ‘We have some excellent young talent at Sumo who cut their game development teeth using Sheffield Hallam’s facilities,’ he said. ‘Students at Sheffield Hallam now have more console development kits at their disposal than many game studios.’ The university’s in-house studio Steel Minions is due to release student-made games this year, includMultiplayer: The development kits will be available to final-year students ing shoot-em-up Retro Fusion.

Chill out to Nordic tunes SUPERSTAR Björk will appear on film at the University of Sheffield as part of the music department’s Nordic season, which runs until May. The Icelandic eccentric’s Biophilia Live, which captures the staging of her 2011 ‘app album’ of the same name, will be screened at the Showroom Cinema on February 8. Sheffield’s Prof Nicola Dibben, who collaborated on the record, will give a Q&A. For the full Nordic programme, visit concerts. sheffield.ac.uk.

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Protesters take over restaurant in fight on fees HANNAH DODD PROSPECTIVE students touring the University of Sheffield were greeted by angry shouts coming from the students’ union building. The confused visitors had stumbled across protesters from The Free University of Sheffield, who were occupying the Inox Dine restaurant. The group was campaigning against tuition fees and privatisation of university services, holding the posh eatery up as an example. In a statement, they said: ‘Students continue to pay

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thousands of pounds in tuition fees, while the university wastes our money on vanity projects like Inox. ‘Alongside this abundance of privatisation, learning space for students at the University of Sheffield is limited. ‘We are formally encouraging a culture of civil disobedience designed to reclaim Inox Dine as a self-organised educational space.’ The occupation began on December 3 at midday and lasted for 48 hours. TFUS, who have also called for a living wage for university staff, hung banners from

windows and invited others to use the ‘normally empty and extortionately priced restaurant’ for studying and to hold meetings. They were eventually forced to leave after security staff imposed a lock-down. Workers also played Lonely Pup (In A Christmas Shop) on a loop in an effort to drive out protesters, who retaliated by turning it into a chant. ‘We see this as the beginning – and not the end – of a campaign to transform our university,’ the group added. Another demo is planned for Friday, January 30.

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Clegg in fight to save seat from p1 and he deserves to, having delivered same-sex marriage and improved mental health services. He’s been working hard in Sheffield Hallam. ‘I don’t trust either the Tories or Labour with the economy. ‘It’s only the Lib Dems that will secure the economy fairly.’ Mr Clegg has insisted the Lib Dems could not have kept tuition fees down, as they were pitted against both Labour and the Tories. He also pointed out that students no longer had to pay fees up front, telling The Daily Telegraph: ‘We have got more people applying to go to university than ever before.’

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Nine years for rapist who left victim, 18, too scared to go out A RAPIST who attacked a student after following her as she walked home alone has been jailed for nine years. Jamie Seaton, 25, stalked the University of Sheffield student for 40 minutes from the

My limbs were frozen in date rape drug hell MADELEINE LAOT A STUDENT has told of her brush with a potential sex attacker after her drink was spiked. The University of Sheffield student became separated from her flatmates while at a bar in the city and was approached by a man in his mid-20s. ‘He put his arm round me and insisted he buy me a drink, even though I was holding a full glass of vodka and lemonade,’ said the student, who did not want to be named. ‘I was led to the bar and he bought us both a Jägerbomb.

I watched the bar staff give us our drinks but I was already quite drunk and having two drinks to watch was confusing. ‘At this point, he must have spiked my drink.’ Before the drugs could take hold, she called for help. ‘I managed to walk away from the bar to use my phone, luckily escaping from the man,’ she said. ‘I texted the group chat for my flat that I had definitely been drugged. Then everything started changing, within seconds of the drink. Things became heavy and hazy. ‘I wouldn’t have been able to type if I hadn’t texted my flat

directly afterwards, as I lost the function of my limbs.’ Her worried friends turned up and called her a cab. ‘I had to be sat down on the floor outside, where my flatmates’ faces appeared very warped,’ she said. ‘They had to carry me to a taxi and then home because I was unable to hold my own body up.’ Activists in Newcastle are calling for justice following the death of a Northumbria University student after she said her drink was spiked in Germany. NHS advice is not to accept drinks from strangers and to stick to bottled beverages.

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A DRIVE to make the UK more welcoming for foreign students earned the University of Sheffield one of three accolades at the Times Higher Education Awards. Initiatives to help apprentices and others from a wider range of backgrounds into higher education were also rewarded. ‘To win all three is a wonderful achievement,’ said vicechancellor Prof Sir Keith Burnett. Nicholas Clarke

A HARD-hitting film telling of Martin Luther King’s civil rights fight is to be given a special preview screening at Sheffield Hallam University. Selma, which counts Brad Pitt among its executive producers, tells of Dr King’s epic march across Alabama, in 1965. The preview screening, one of just a handful in the country, is at the Void cinema at 11am on Saturday, January 31.

her too ‘timid, shy and paranoid’ to go out, Sheffield Crown Court heard. Seaton, who admitted rape and two counts of assault by penetration, claimed he had ‘little recollection’ of the rape, in May last year.

city centre to Endcliffe Vale Road, where he got her in a headlock before dragging her to Endcliffe Park and raping her. His victim, then 18, had nightmares and flashbacks after the attack, which left

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Prize-winning photographer hopes to show others elegance of city’s skyline

Inspiration to see magic in the mundane MOLLIE CARBERRY IT CAN be hard to find beauty in the austere – but the grey of Sheffield’s cityscape is an inspiration for photographer Dan Cook. And it seems the former University of Sheffield student inspires the same feelings in others after his stunning snap of the Arts Tower won the urban view category at the Landscape Photographer Of The Year awards. He claimed it was the city’s contrasts that made it so interesting. ‘I find Sheffield fascinating. It often feels quite small, yet it has many of the tell-tale signs of being a big city,’ he explained. ‘I think this contrast provides a lot of visual inspiration.’ He admitted this emotional connec-

tion made his prize-winning photo memorable, adding: ‘It’s an eye-catching image in its own right – and the fact that I know the Arts Tower well makes it particularly special to me.’ Cook said he hoped to help others appreciate the city’s beauty. ‘There is much more to urban photography than just the popular skyline of London. Any city can provide inspiration to photographers. ‘These kinds of awards will hopefully inspire people to look a little closer at the world around them.’ His and the other winning images will be on display at London Waterloo until the end of the month. They will also be shown on Motion@Waterloo, a 40m-wide LCD screen running across six platforms.

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Agonising wait after flooding A PhD student said he feared for the worst as his family battled the worst floods in 30 years in Malaysia. Ahmad Nasaie Md Sukhaimi, from the University of Sheffield, said he waited for three days for news from Kelantan, where phones and power lines were down. He finally got through to his sister but said: ‘I heard my dad’s voice from the back asking her to hang up and help him clean up the mess.’ Sheffield’s Malaysian Student Association is raising funds to help.

It will do a fat load of good... FATBERGS clogging up sewers could be a thing of the past thanks to University of Sheffield students. Eight science and engineering undergraduates created the Fatberglar, which can put installed under sinks and uses bacteria to break down fat, oil and hair.

Fienne night for adventurer SIR Ranulph Fiennes, one of the nation’s greatest explorers, will be retelling his amazing adventures at the University of Sheffield. A Life At The Limits will take place at the SU Octagon Centre on July 14, with tickets at the box office. Liv Clark

Tweets help garden grow GARDENERS are using Twitter to keep their wasteground-turnednature-park alive. Sheffield’s Prof Nigel Dunnett hopes to spread the word about Love Square, a formerly derelict area that has been transformed into a ‘smart’ urban garden, through retweets. Rebecca Solomon

Sending a message: Sheffield students’ union fights proposed plans by Theresa May to send overseas students home after they graduate PICTURE: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD STUDENTS’ UNION

We stand united with overseas ‘scapegoats’ ROSY ROCHE A CAMPAIGN to save overseas students from deportation has been launched by the University of Sheffield students’ union. The No Borders movement began after home secretary Theresa May announced plans to expel international students after they graduate in a bid to cut net migration. The group has asked supporters to sign an online petition, which has so far gathered almost 700 signatures, and give their backing on social media using #EducationNotMigration. In a statement, the SU called the plans ‘a disturbing indication of the attitudes towards international students’. Mafaz Abdul Karim, an overseas student who graduated last summer, said: ‘It’s bad enough that, a few years ago, the government decided to scrap the post-study work visa sys-

tem, which has made it much more difficult for graduates to find work experience in the UK. ‘This new proposed scheme is adding insult to that injury.’ Under the proposals, international students would be forced to leave the country once their visas had expired. But they are said to have been abandoned after coming into criticism, most notably from Sir James Dyson. Mafaz, who completed both his undergraduate and masters degrees at Sheffield, added: ‘Most international students spend a lot of their own money to study in the UK, pumping millions of pounds into the economy. ‘Many of us give a lot of time to help the community through volunteering and charity work, yet the government uses us as scapegoats to hide its own failings.’ A fifth of the students at UoS – a total of more than 5,000 – are from overseas.

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Sales will make a sucker of you ANNABEL TWIST IT’S that time of year again. You’re back at uni and your bank account lies empty after the Christmas spend. Your parents’ home – with the abundant leftovers and fridge full of your favourites – is but a distant memory. Your old school friends seem to have loads of money. They rush into the sales and the pressure to spend what little you have is overwhelming. You pick up a thick woollen jumper which, amazingly, is just your size. It’s massively discounted. ‘Why not?’ you think, heading towards the till and grabbing a lip gloss and scarf on the way. The queue is long. You see a girl in front of you, her arms full

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of clothes very similar to those she has on. She uses her student discount and inserts her card. ‘Denied’, the cashier says in a bored tone, clearly used to this situation. This January, don’t be that girl. Realistically, the sales don’t knock much off last season’s prices. They’re inflated and then slashed, creating a minimal final saving. These same items can be

found on eBay for very little. A good label doesn’t have to empty your pockets. Many users will sell unworn items in perfect condition so, without having to leave the house, you’ve found yourself a bargain. Similarly, charity shops are a great way to save money on high-priced items. Student areas usually have a number of charity shops, so not only can you find a great bargain but also you won’t come away having to live on noodles for the next few months. Finally, why not make use of crafty friends’ excellent sewing skills? Fashion students need to build their portfolios and all students need cash. Why not pay them to recreate this season’s most wanted?

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talkingPOINTS WRONG IMAGE: How much of your food intake is dictated by how it makes your body look? How many desserts do you dismiss because they’ll only taste like guilt? How much of your time and energy is taken up thinking about how you look, what you look like and how you can change it? This attitude has become the infectious disease in our society that the NHS has yet to immunise against. It is the black plague of the 21st century Kathryn Thomson

JOIN THE FRAT PACK: Many of us have heard of frats and sororities through films such as American Pie. They have mad names such as kappa phi delta, throw toga parties, cause havoc across the campus and drink beer like it’s water. The bit the movies leave out is the good that fraternities do for their universities. Members have to do at least ten hours’ charity work, they need to get above average grades and the fraternity is expected to compete in a sporting league. Fraternities are much more than just parties – they are a way to make great contacts and, once you are in, you are in for life Elliot DaCosta

JANUARY BLUES: The post-Christmas blues have hit, all your money was spent on the obligatory secret Santa and, to make matters worse, you’ve got another fortnight to wait until that all-important January loan comes in. All you want is a night out but all you can afford is a tin of beans. It’s a tough time. Long gone are the luxurious days of affording bus fares and the occasional Domino’s pizza Harriet Stevens

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MEDIA MYTHS: Being a media student is tough. It really is! There’s this stigma with being a media student because people think it’s a joke subject where we are ‘glorified camera operators’. It’s as if we all congregated together to do a media degree for lack of something better and that we probably wouldn’t be intelligent enough to be lawyers, doctors, teachers or physicists anyway Anna Landi

DASHED DREAMS: Every year the job market is flooded with graduates, fresh-faced and full of ideas about changing the world. ‘I want to be an environmental lawyer’ they cry; ‘I’m going to work with under-privileged kids,’ they shout. Check back three months later. Living back at home, their driving desire is just to find a job… any job. Sporting an ill-fitting Marks and Spencer suit they join the line of other graduate interviewees, beginning the process of becoming dead behind the eyes. They join the world of the depressed office worker, living for the increasingly s*** weekend in which cool uni friends have been replaced by bloated fortysomething colleagues promising a long and fruitful career in paperwork management Joe Evans

NOT SO GREAT EXPECTATIONS: Every new year the nation resolves to get abs like a Spartan, the wit of Stephen Fry and moves like Jagger. But every year, we slip back into our old habits. Instead of promising a wholesale reform of your life, why not try more realistic steps? Want to see more of the world? Sheffield is an easy train ride from many of the UK’s cities and boasts four UNESCO World Heritage Sites and an Iron Age fort David Gregg

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theINTERVIEW: Neil Amin-Smith Uni survivors: Clean Bandit members Neil Amin-Smith, far right, with Luke and Jack Patterson and Grace Chatto

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EIL AMIN-SMITH has to apologise for being late. It is the day after the night before, when Clean Bandit proved one of the highlights at the BBC Music Awards, winning another legion of fans with an orchestral version of Rather Be and breakthrough hit Mozart’s House. All is forgiven, though, as he laughs it off, explaining he was at an afterparty in Mayfair: ‘Sorry about that – I’m actually usually really good at getting up.’ We feel his pain. After all, he’s talking to students; we’ve all tried this little white lie when we’ve stumbled into a lecture an hour late smelling of the SU. Amin-Smith, 25, is still on a high after being nominated for song of the year, despite being pipped by Pharrell Williams’ ubiquitous

THEY are the breakthrough act of 2014, a year crowned with No.1 hit Rather Be. Clean Bandit’s fusion of classical and electronica has won them adoring fans worldwide and a nod at the BBC Music Awards. Violin player Neil Amin-Smith tells CAVELLE SIMPSON and JOSHUA EVANS about the slog to the top and surviving university ditty Happy. ‘It was amazing to be nominated,’ he says. ‘The list of songs and the list of artists to have been nominated are so huge.’ Since entering the spotlight with Mozart’s House, his band – Jack Patterson, 28, on beats, synths, and midi-saxophone; his little brother, Luke, 22, on drums; and Grace Chatto, 29, on cello – have been unstoppable. The story of the Cambridge undergrads who went from classical quartet to dance floor darlings is becoming familiar as they sweep up the accolades, including for their No.1 hit Rather

Be, featuring Jess Glynne. But how did the partnership come about? Amin-Smith says: ‘We actually had the whole song finished for a long time. It was just looking for the right vocals. Our label played us a track that Jess was on and we thought we’d give it a go with her because she was on our level.’ It proved a wise choice, hurling the four-piece to the top of the charts. But fame took time. ‘It was kind of a long slog,’ he adds. ‘The thing that really made a difference with us was when we started making music videos and posting them online.’ His group

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are known for drawing on genres from classical to deep house. ‘Jack listens to a lot of jazz,’ Amin-Smith goes on. ‘We all listen to different kinds of music, like garage. In terms of how we present ourselves live, people like Rudimental are influencing us a lot.’ They are also the ultimate university survivors, having formed at Jesus College, where Jack would record then-girlfriend Chatto’s recitals and remix them. Any advice on how to get through university? ‘Don’t see it as something you have to “get through”,’ Amin-Smith smiles. ‘It’s over far too quickly.’

Did they have their wild moments, like the rest of us? He pauses for a second, before chuckling: ‘Grace and Jack once got caught… um, together… in a cupboard at our college library.’ Most of us have our favourite uni party venues. Amin-Smith prefers a more intimate set-up: ‘I like small clubs. I’m not really into massive super-clubs.’ For Clean Bandit, life after uni has been pretty sweet – and they’re not slowing down. ‘We’ve come to the end of a really relentless touring period,’ Amin-Smith says. ‘In March, we’ve got our biggest-ever UK tour. We’re really looking forward to that.’

Clean Bandit play 02 Academy, Birmingham, on March 9, 02 Academy, Glasgow, on March 10 and Apollo, Manchester, on March 11

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fri, feb 13 Gaga, Leadmill, £5; Session, Tank, £5 Propaganda, Plug, £4 EyUp, Foundry, Studio & Fusion, £4.40 Lavish, Viper Rooms, £2 2-4-1 Cocktails, Pop World, free; Baby Got Back, Paris, £4 Secret Socialite, Crystal, £3

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. . . n w o d k r o f e h t t ” ! ! Pu ! y t r i d t e g o t e It’s tim SMOKE barbecue restaurant is found beneath the striking but aptly named “Cheesegrater” car park on Charles Street, in the heart of Sheffield city centre. It’s a new addition to the Sheffield Restaurant scene, and it’s unlike anything else in town. Lofty interior features tables made of reclaimed wood pallets and oak barrels, and even our lights are made from reclaimed floorboards and used washing machine drums… If you like meat (lots of it), smoked, barbecued on the open fire pit….you are in the right place! Though we have cutlery (our motto is “put the fork down, it’s time to get dirty)”…. you’ll be impulsed to eat with your hands from metal plates, the kind you imagine in the lap of a cattle hand around the campfire, circa 1880. The sides come in the white-and-blueedged enamelware, that reminds you of old school days… Our food is tasty and plentiful, just like you would get in the deep depths of Texas. Everything about SMOKE is in the focus on simple things done well….and we are Sheffield’s authentic taste of America! www.smokebbq.co.uk

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clubbingCALENDAR thurs, jan 22 Bad Habit, Leadmill, £3 Jump Around, Plug, £4 Carver Street Block Party, Carver Street, £4

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fri, jan 30

Sonic, Leadmill, £4 Creation, Tank, £3 Student Saturdays, Code, £5 Pop Tarts, Foundry, Studio & Fusion, £5 Saturdays, Viper Rooms, £5 #Selﬁe Saturdays, Pop World, free

sun, feb 15 Sunday Club, Viper Rooms, free

Story, Root, Aonia, Delirium, Bad Departure, O2 Academy, £7 Sonic, Leadmill, £4; Creation, Tank, £3 Student Saturdays, Code, £5 Pop Tarts, Foundry, Studio & Fusion, £5 Saturdays, Viper Rooms, £5 #Selﬁe Saturdays, Pop World, free

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sun, jan 25 Sunday Club, Viper Rooms, free

mon, jan 26 Shag, Leadmill , £4, Sunken, Tank, £3, Pandamonium, Viper Rooms, £2.50

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tue, feb 3

Sunday Club, Viper Rooms, free

Shag, Leadmill , £4, Sunken, Tank, £3, Pandamonium, Viper Rooms, £2.50

Spanked, Plug, £4 Risque: Viper Rooms, £4 Snap Crackle and Pop, Pop World, £3

mon, feb 9

tue, feb 10

wed, feb 11

Shag, Leadmill , £4, Sunken, Tank, £3, Pandamonium, Viper Rooms, £2.50

Spanked, Plug, £4 Risque: Viper Rooms, £4 Snap Crackle and Pop, Pop World, £3

mon, feb 16

tue, feb 17

wed, feb 18

Shag, Leadmill , £4, Sunken, Tank, £3, Pandamonium, Viper Rooms, £2.50

Spanked, Plug, £4 Risque: Viper Rooms, £4 Snap Crackle and Pop, Pop World, £3

Castro, Time Merchants, Suddenly Us, Patawawa, Skyline, Gus Van Spyk, O2 Academy, £7 Indigo Void, Fez; Gaga, Leadmill, £5; Session, Tank, £5; Propaganda, Plug, £4; EyUp, Foundry, Studio & Fusion, £4.40; Lavish, Viper Rooms, £2; 2-4-1 Cocktails, Pop World, free; Baby Got Back, Paris, £4; Secret Socialite, Crystal, £3

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sat, jan 24

Quadrophenia Night, The Atlantics and DJ Drew Stansall, O2 Academy, £13.50 Sonic, Leadmill, £4; Creation, Tank, £3 Student Saturdays, Code, £5 Pop Tarts, Foundry, Studio & Fusion, £5 Saturdays, Viper Rooms, £5 #Selﬁe Saturdays, Pop World, free

sun, feb 8 Sunday Club, Viper Rooms, free

Skool Disco, Corporation, £1 (in school uniform) Roar vs Mischief, Foundry, £5 Killa Disco, Viper Rooms, £2

thurs, feb 19 Bad Habit, Leadmill, £3 Jump Around, Plug, £4 Carver Street Block Party, Carver Street, £4

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art January 31: SHEFFIELD DOES VINTAGE, Cutler Hall, tickets £2 Until April 12: PICTURING SHEFFIELD EXHIBITION, Millennium Gallery, free Until April 12: METALWORKS COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS, Millennium Gallery, free Until April 11: NAFDAS BURSARY DISPLAY, Millennium Gallery, free February 19 to March 5: SHEFFIELD AND THE FIRST WORLD WAR, Weston Park Museum, free Permanent display: NATURAL CONNECTIONS, Weston Park Museum, free Permanent display: TREASURES, Weston Park Museum, free Permanent display: WHAT ON EARTH!, Weston Park Museum, free Permanent display: ABSTRACTION AND ART NOW, Graves Gallery, free Permanent display: A CENTURY OF CHANGE, Graves Gallery, free Permanent display: 400 YEARS OF EUROPEAN ART, Graves Gallery, free Permanent display: REFLECTIONS, Graves Gallery, free Permanent display: A GOLDEN AGE, Graves Gallery, free

SET in 1930s America, Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel To Kill A Mockingbird sees racial injustice envelop a small community. Lawyer Atticus Finch seeks the truth with bravery and compassion, while his feisty daughter, Scout, brings fresh hope to a town in turmoil. Timothy Sheader’s retelling, with Daniel Betts as Atticus and Jemima Bennett as Scout, has been recognised for its truth to the original novel. It runs at the Lyceum from January 26 to 31, with student tickets from £13.50 PICTURE: JOHAN PERSSON

what’sON theatre Until January 24: BLOOD BROTHERS, The Lyceum, £18-32 January 21 to 24: GROUNDED, The Gate Theatre, The Lyceum, student tickets from £10.50 January 26 to 31: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, The Lyceum, student tickets from £13.50 January 27: STRICTLY COME DANCING LIVE TOUR, Motorpoint Arena, £40.15 January 28 to 31: SLEEPING BEAUTY, Montgomery Theatre, £11.25 January 29: THE NIGHT OF THE ZOMBIE, Circus of Horrors, City Hall, £20 February 2 to 14: THE SOUND OF MUSIC, The Lyceum, from £22 February 10 to 14: TUDOR PLAYERS; TOM, DICK AND HARRY, Library Theatre, £9 February 11 to 14: EMMA, University of Sheffield Drama Studio, £8 February 16 to 21: JEEVES & WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE, The Lyceum, student tickets from 13.50

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BRITAIN Does Vintage is bringing its treasure chest of fashion to town. From authentic 1940s tea dresses to sequinned 1980s statement jumpers, Sheffield Does Vintage at Cutler’s Hall on January 31 has something for all styles. Pick up some quirky accessories or complete a full outfit by getting your make-up done at the vintage beauty parlour – all accompanied by live music. With homeware on sale as well, why not pop along for some stylish shot glasses or quality baking equipment? They don’t make scales like they used to. Entry costs £2 and the fair runs from 10.30am to 4.30pm. Mollie Carberry

SOMETIMES we want to bond with our housemates without the feeling of cabin fever creeping up on us. Here are a few of the city’s less well-known gems where you can spend some quality time.

Grab a bite: For a special celebration, book a table at Maranello’s Italian restaurant on Ecclesall Road. With pizza prices starting at £8.75 and a range of meat, fish and pasta dishes, there should be something for everyone. Feeling fresh: Near the Royal Hallamshire Hospital in Clarkehouse Road are Sheffield’s Botanical Gardens. The open spaces and buildings dating from the 1800s provide a great place to de-stress and get away from the house, while the wide variety of plants means there are flowers, even in winter. Slip on your dancing shoes: Sick of the same old club nights? Cubana in Leopold Square is home to the city’s original salsa club night. With free entry every Friday, it’s the perfect chance to partner up and learn some new moves. Film fun: Next to the train station is the Showroom Cinema. Boasting box office hits and art-house films as well as student rates, you’re bound to find something other than a box set to

music January 23: LIVES, The Rocking Chair, tickets £4 January 25: SOLSTAFIR, Corporation, tickets £14.69 January 27: SONGHOY BLUES, The Harley, tickets £8 January 27: MOOSE BLOOD, Corporation, tickets £7 January 28: SETH LAKEMAN, City Hall, tickets £23.65 January 29: CASH, O2 Academy, tickets £11.50 January 30 to 31: PEACE, Queen’s Social Club, tickets SOLD OUT January 30: CASTRO, O2 Academy, tickets £7 January 30: RUMOURS OF

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OST people were �irst introduced to Rae Morris as the ethereal voice on Bombay Bicycle Club’s single Luna last year. But her loyal fans have been appreciating her music since she set out on the road to stardom three years ago. The 22-year-old’s debut album, Unguarded, will be released later this month before she heads out on tour. TUP caught up with her to �ind out more. Is there a different process when producing an album, as opposed to working on EPs and singles? Mentally, I knew I had to create a whole body of work. So, I was quite nervous at �irst, but the producer just said: ‘Look, don’t be scared – because what’s the

worst thing you can do?’ Would you say your hometown of Blackpool has been a positive place for you as an emerging artist? Absolutely. I think the good thing about Blackpool is that because it’s so small, it makes you stand out a little more. I realised at the time that if I was in London coming on to the scene and playing open mic nights, it’s musically so vast and such a big city that it’s easy to get lost. Does the media compare you to your contemporaries and do you �ind that a problem? I’ve never really had a problem with being compared to the people I’m in a peer group with. I’m a massive Kate Bush fan,

so often people say about my music, ‘that sounds a bit like Kate Bush’. And obviously that’s not true. I am inspired by her – but I don’t sound like her. What would be your advice to young artists struggling to get their music heard? Take the opportunities. I don’t mean be desperate or sell yourself or anything like that – I just mean never say no to anything just because it doesn’t sound great. I took a lot of gigs where I was like, ‘Oh, gosh, I’m not sure – I don’t think it’s going to be a good one’. And then you get there and it happens to be the best gig you ever played. Mollie Carberry

theBEAT Star in the making: Rae Morris has her ﬁrst album out this month

tourDATES Catch Rae on tour: February 1, Kazimier, Liverpool; February 3, King Tut’s, Glasgow; February 4, The Wardrobe, Leeds; February 5, The Institute, Birmingham; February 6, Gorilla, Manchester; February 14, The Thekla, Bristol; February 15, Rescue Rooms, Nottingham

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T’S a mantra we would all do well to follow: Always do what will make you happy. For rising star Billy Lockett, the words of his late father, John Luce, have underpinned his determination to forge a career in music. And, so far, it is paying off. Lockett, 22, is climbing to the top despite having yet to sign a record deal. He has supported the likes of Lana Del Rey, Birdy and KT Turnstall, most recently touring with Scottish songstress – and Ed Sheeran protégé – Nina Nesbitt. In March, he embarks on his own four-date headline tour, while his latest single, Old Man, is a beautiful tribute to his father, who died earlier this year from prostate cancer at the age of 62. ‘I sort of hated him sometimes,’ says Lockett. ‘We had a lot of fights but a lot of laughs. Overall, it was great to have someone that cared

How rising star Billy was urged to follow his dream so much about me and about what I do.’ His father, a well-known artist in his home town of Northampton, was constantly pushing Lockett to follow his dream and his words have stuck: ‘Make sure that whatever you’re doing you’re enjoying. Make sure you’re constantly doing something that makes you happy.’ It’s hard to pinpoint Lockett’s musical style, as each song varies from soothing melodies to more upbeat rhythms, all intertwined with charming piano and guitar. Raw emotion can be heard in his soulful, expressive voice as he reminisces on his life. So it’s odd to hear his love of music grew from a childhood

obsession with Eminem. He says: ‘I love his lyrics and everything about him really. I wouldn’t really say he inspires me, because he’s nothing like me, but he was one of the first people that really got me into music.’ Lockett knows he has yet to crack the music business. ‘It’s great knowing that everyone’s there to see you when they’ve bought tickets for your gig,’ he says. ‘But I also love trying to win people over as a supporting artist.’ And despite admitting that ‘things could be easier’, he declares: ‘I don’t want to do anything that’s going to make me depressed in the long run.’ Clearly, he’s been listening to his dad. Eloise Vanstone

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Boys find a fresh voice... with a little help from their friends THANK heavens! The Bastille boys are back and they’re mixing with some of the best in the business. The indie four-piece have returned with their second album and have invited the likes of Haim, GRADES and Rag ’N’ Bone Man to join them. Although Dan Smith’s haunting vocals still

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dominate, the band explore new genres and styles, finding fresh inspiration while playing around with their old sound. It’s the perfect mixtape for the walk to lectures or revision – a chilled offering you’ll find yourself singing along to

without even realising your lips are moving. If you’re going to spend your student loan on one CD this month, make sure it’s this one. Trust me – you won’t regret not having spent that tenner on vodka trebles for this. Henrietta Painter

IF SO THE UNIVERSITY PAPER WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU. We are scouring the UK for student journalists, so whether you are looking for work experience or simply spending too much time in the SU, get in touch today. We are on the look out for opinion leaders and change makers who can write engaging copy. Your pieces will be printed in The University Paper which is read by thousands of students across the UK and you will get that all important byline - perfect if you are looking to build a portfolio. Not to mention that age old adage, it will look great on the CV. So if you would like to be an influential voice for the student community or just have a strong front page tell us what is going on - pitch your ideas to The University Paper, email: editor@unipaper.co.uk

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XAMS are over and you’re looking to treat yourself to a �irst-person shooter, packed with cinematic explosions and futuristic weapons. Look no further than the latest offering from the Call Of Duty series. Advanced Warfare is set in the battle�ields of the future, providing combat in an age of robotic exoskeletons and private military contractors. The setting has had more

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than just a super�icial lick of paint, with both weaponry and mechanics getting an overhaul. Double jumping, lasers from space, arm-mounted grenade launchers – they’re all here. The campaign mode has all the �lair you’ve come to expect of a high-budget �irstperson shooter. And with its

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Hollywood explosions and Kevin Spacey taking on the role of lead protagonist, the game’s storyline is grand in scale. Advanced Warfare is the most signi�icantly changed Call Of Duty since Black Ops 2 – it represents a genuine departure from the morose battle�ields of the past, bringing something a little

fresher and more exciting to the table. Like other titles in the series, you’ll be �ighting in locations around the world, such as Argentina and Antarctica – but the real draw is the multiplayer mode, and that you’ll �ind as thrilling as ever. Developer Sledgehammer Games has tweaked the winning formula – but don’t worry, you can still

build up your player and unlock new kit. The only issue comes to the fore over long periods of game play, with online play stuttering on occasion for little discernible reason. Even so, Advanced Warfare is heaps of fun and comes highly recommended for anyone with some downtime and the desire to score a few headshots with friends. Michael O’Connell-Davidson

out soon Dying Light HORDES of flesh-eating zombies are everywhere and it’s down to you to stop them. During the day, you traverse the virtual world, helping survivors and picking up supplies. By night, as the infected grow stronger, you change from hunter to prey. New enemies, such as the Predators, will only appear at sundown – meaning you must find safety. The game’s RPG element allows you to build your own style of playing. But will you go for silent killing or all guns blazing? James Williams Rugby 15 WITH the World Cup just months away, a rugby-based video game was inevitable. However, such games are notoriously difficult to produce because of rugby’s intricate rules. HB Studios’ attempt allows you to play in the world’s top leagues or for your country – but the game looks similar to any other, except for a new rucking feature that adds a real-life element. With average graphics and game play, you’d be better off stepping back in time and getting EA’s Rugby 08. Matt Bullin Saints Row IV: Re-Elected

Pass it on: Play friends as though you’re in the same room

Share a journey back to the ’90s FOR twentysomething gamers, childhood evokes memories of basking in the warm glow of a TV at a friend’s house, rejoicing in the multiplayer nirvana of GoldenEye 007 and Mario Kart 64. It was an era when split-screen reigned supreme. But the popularity of the ‘couch multiplayer’ dwindled with the advent of online gaming. Now, with Sony’s latest system software update on the PlayStation 4, the couch is back. Introducing Share Play – the ability to play games online with a friend as though you were back on that patterned ’90s

couch once more. Share Play lets you effectively ‘pass’ your friend your controller, allowing them to take control of your game as you see it on your screen. Alternatively, you can pass them a second controller and play local multiplayer online. Buzzwords such as ‘game-changing’ and ‘revolutionary’ are industry prerequisites for marketing campaigns nowadays – but this really is the next level for gaming. With all the releases January has to offer, Share Play is the console exclusive worth having. All hail the couch! Graham Wardle

PICTURE this: you’re president of the US and aliens invade, intent on enslaving humanity. What do you do? Well, in Saints Row IV: Re-Elected, you go out and kick some ass. The game is a revamp of the excellent Saints Row IV for the new generation of consoles. If you ﬁnd Grand Theft Auto too stuffy, you’ll enjoy the unique humour of this series. In GTA, you can break the law; in Saints Row IV, you can break the laws of physics. If you’ve got an appetite for the ridiculous, it’s a no-brainer. Michael O’Connell-Davidson

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How they saved our Saul Return of Breaking Bad rogue

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out soon Wild (Jan 16) AFTER a series of tragic events, Cheryl Strayed embarks on a gruelling quest — hiking 1,100 miles along the Pacific Crest Trail. Based on a true story, Wild sees Strayed (Reese Witherspoon) come to terms with the death of her mother, using heroin and getting divorced. The film is adapted from Strayed’s autobiography by screenwriter/novelist Nick Hornby and director Jean-Marc Callée, who mixes scenes from the lead character’s turbulent past with challenges from her journey. Emily Lewis Kingsman: The Secret Service (Jan 29) SMALL-TIME crook Gary ‘Eggsy’ Unwin (Taron Egerton) is taken under the wing of gentleman spy Harry Hart (Colin Firth). Unwin’s tough first assignment is to deal with global threat and mad techterrorist Valentine (Samuel L Jackson). Armed with innovative weaponry, such as Oxford Blades and the Gunbrella, can the pair save the day? Kate Johnson

ENT lawyer Saul Goodman reached cult status in hit show Breaking Bad. Now, the lovable rogue is back in the muchanticipated spin-off from creators Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould. Better Call Saul sees Bob Odenkirk reprise the role of Saul, real name Jimmy McGill, as he struggles to make his name as a lawyer six years before the events of Breaking Bad. However, rumour has it the prequel will also deal with events during and after. Although RJ Mitte, who played Walt Jr in Breaking Bad, has said the new series

Spin-off: Bob Odenkirk is back as bent lawyer Saul Goodman has ‘nothing to do’ with the Emmy award-winning show, its success should guarantee Better Call Saul a global audience. Despite funnyman Saul taking the lead, the show is set to be just as gritty as its big brother, with Odenkirk insisting it will be ‘85 per cent

drama, 15 per cent comedy’. With Jonathan Banks also returning as ice-cool hitman Mike Ehrmantraut, Breaking Bad fans will be able to sate those withdrawal symptoms. The show is to premiere in the US on February 8 and will hit UK Net�lix shortly after. Josh Mcloughlin

New look: Spy Colin Firth. Below, Reese Witherspoon Inherent Vice (Jan 30) PRIVATE detective Larry ‘Doc’ Sportello (Joaquin Phoenix) investigates the disappearance of his ex-girlfriend’s (Katherine Waterson) new lover, Mickey Wolfmann (Eric Roberts). This drama-comedy, also starring Owen Wilson and Reese Witherspoon, is adapted from the Thomas Pychon novel of the same name by writer and director Paul Thomas Anderson. Rebecca Cattell Mordecai (Jan 23) ENGLISH gent, debonair art dealer and part-time rogue Charlie Mortdecai (Johnny Depp) wants to get his hands on Nazi gold. Standing in his way is an international terrorist, the MI5, angry Russians and

almost everyone else. The ﬁlm’s trailer offers cheap laughs, poor English accents and the same post-Jack Sparrow Depp that lost its charm a long time ago. Gwyneth Paltrow plays beautiful wife Johanna Mortdecai and Ewan McGregor, investigates as Inspector Martland. Morgan Hinton

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HAT is your go-to outfit to wear for lectures? Lauren Kelly: Skinny jeans for comfort and I always have a blazer on to smarten everything up. If anything is scruffy, it’s my hair – never my outfit. You can’t tie that up in a bun with it still looking presentable. Julia Ward: I like to dress smart-casual. A pair of highwaisted jeans with a cami-top

and a kimono or cardigan is just the right amount of smart and comfy. Eleanor Danks: I tend to stick to jeans, a top and my trusty leather jacket. Aisling McGarrigle: Always some sort of jersey skirt and a casual top or jumper, some tights and usually brogues. For a typical university night out, what kind of outfit is always your first choice?

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Eleanor Danks Eleanor: My disco pants or velvet leggings, a bralet or crop top and heeled boots. I prefer boots to heels – heels hurt so bad! When on a budget, what shops are your favourites? Lauren: H&M for basics,

Aisling McGarrigle New Look for jewellery and pumps. Both give easy ways to make a simple or recycled outfit look new – and without breaking the bank. Julia: One of my favourites has to be Primark. I can guarantee I will find

something I love in there every time I go – and, of course, it’s great on the purse strings. I also love Matalan. You’d be pleasantly surprised at the number of great quality pieces and accessories you can find in there. Do you feel as though blogging has enhanced your university experience? Julia: Life at university isn’t all about getting your degree. Granted, that is important – but it’s also important to have something extra that makes you stand out from the rest. For me, that something extra is blogging. It’s the perfect escape from university work and something I look forward to doing after a long week. Aisling: I studied zoology, which is a far cry from make-up and beauty, so I feel like my blog has opened doors for me that wouldn’t have been an option normally. I recently got a job in The Body Shop and I feel my blog had so much to do

with it, as it was clear I was passionate about the brand and products. What advice can you give for any student thinking of starting a blog? Julia: I’d say to just go for it. My blog is for me, not to impress anyone. It’s a way of expressing my passion. If people read it and love it, then that’s an added bonus. Eleanor: Have a good think about what your blog content will focus on – start planning and scheduling your posts, research the best photo editing software and look at other blogs for inspiration. Don’t forget to network – it’s a great way to build connections and friendships with other bloggers to increase your readership. Aisling: Plan your time and posts effectively. When I started, I was just posting whenever I felt like it – but I wasn’t happy with my posts. Now I have more structure, I feel my blog is much better and is well put together.

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News and views from the world of fashion... all with a student budget in mind

Reem: Towie’s Joey Essex takes time out for a snap, right. Above and left, faux fur and flowing skirts steal the show at CSL

Dozy Joey heads fashion followers at annual style fest

Glitz with a ditz

HEY gave us neon and New York; they had the greats and not-so-greats of the fashion world; they even had Joey Essex. Now in its 26th year, Clothes Show Live arrived at Birmingham’s NEC with all the hoopla and celebrity endorsements you might expect of an event that launched the modelling careers of Erin O’Connor, Holly Willoughby and Nina Porter. It attracted about 100,000 visitors between December

A star-struck SHANICE ABBOTT sneaks a peek behind the scenes as Clothes Show Live rolls into town for its 26th year

5 and 9, with the 500,000 sq ft-plus of the NEC transformed by 400 stalls, each plying every kind of clothing from cheap and chic to vintage. There were complaints this year about the lack of bigname stars – but Amy Childs, Joey Essex, Millie Mackintosh, Lauren Goodger, Peter Andre, Henry Holland and more were in attendance. Cheeky Towie star Joey Essex,

who was there to meet fans and sign his 2015 calendar, said: ‘I’m looking forward to meeting the models.’ Flashing his famed Rolex, the fashion fan said that, while he loves his bling, he remained unable to tell the time. As though to prove his point, ever-ditzy Joey finished the conversation by asking what day it was. When informed it was Friday, he laughed: ‘Oh, my

watch says Tuesday – I don’t know where I am in the world.’ Fellow reality star Amy Childs could be spotted selling her stunning women’s clothing collection, while Peter Andre was there to sign bottles of his latest perfume, Scarlet. House Of Holland founder Henry Holland presented a heavily choreographed catwalk show, with themes including neon, winter and New York. And headliners Neon Jungle kept the crowd entertained as celebrities mingled with fans.

Chelsea boy: Spencer Matthews of Made In Chelsea fame shares a hug with our reporter, middle. Left and right, bold prints dominated the catwalk at this year’s CSL

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Chicken arrabiata

Ingredients: Chicken breast, sliced; three rashers of bacon; tin of chopped tomatoes; half a pepper; whole chilli; two tbsp tomato purée; chilli powder; garlic powder; mixed herbs; salt and pepper; low-calorie spray Method: 1. Spray a pan with low-calorie spray and wait for it to heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook on a high heat until golden 2. When the chicken is almost cooked, add the bacon 3. Meanwhile, chop the peppers and chilli, adding to the cooked chicken and bacon 4. Stir in the tinned tomatoes and tomato purée 5. Add the chilli powder, garlic powder, mixed herbs, and salt and pepper 6. Simmer on a low heat for ten minutes 7. During this time,

breadcrumbs, garlic, lemon zest and herbs and season well. Pour in the butter and mix with a fork or your �ingers, until combined 3. Cover the �illets with the crumbs, pressing down on each 4. Cook for about 20 minutes or until the crust is golden Aramide Pearce Vanilla cupcakes with chocolate icing

cook the pasta 8. Once cooked, combine the pasta and sauce 9. Add grated cheese to the top to enhance the �lavour Tip: If you’re feeling brave, try adding two chillis to the sauce Shannon Barrett

Herb-crusted ﬁsh

Ingredients: Two �ish �illets; two garlic cloves, crushed; 10g butter, softened; one tbsp fresh basil, chopped (dried is �ine, too); lemon zest, grated (juice is �ine, too); breadcrumbs (made

by grating two slices of toast); salt and pepper Method: 1. Heat oven to 200C. Place the �ish on a large greased baking tray and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper 2. Combine the

Ingredients: For the cupcakes: 100g unsalted butter; 100g sugar; 100g �lour; two medium eggs; one tsp vanilla extract For the chocolate icing: 100g unsalted butter; 260g icing sugar; 40g cocoa powder; four squares of baking chocolate; three tbsp double cream Method for the cupcakes: 1. Preheat the oven to 180C and line a baking tray with cupcake cases of your choice 2. Cream together the sugar and butter in a mixing bowl until light and �luffy 3. Crack both eggs into the bowl and add two tbsp of �lour, plus the vanilla extract

4. Fold in the remaining �lour until combined. Do not over-work the mixture as you will extract all the air and the cupcakes will not rise 5. Divide the mixture evenly between the cake cases 6. Bake for 15 minutes – they should be golden on top and spring back into place when you press down on them. Wait until the cupcakes are cool before you attempt to ice them Method for the chocolate icing: 1. Beat the butter until light and �luffy; it should turn a very pale colour, which is key to getting the perfect icing 2. Add the icing sugar, 100g at a time 3. Add the �inal 60g of icing sugar along with the 40g of cocoa powder 4. Melt the four squares of baking chocolate and add to the mixture 5. Next, add the double cream until the icing is light and �luffy 6. Place the icing mixture into a piping bag and ice the cupcakes 7. Sprinkle with decorations of your choice and share with friends Shannon Barrett

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We’ve all got to eat. So whether you fancy preparing something at home or popping out for dinner, we have the recipe for a great meal

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Finish off with fudge

LET’S face it – running to the shops and satisfying your sweet tooth is easier than cooking yourself. However, nothing beats homemade treats. Check out this easy, inexpensive chocolate fudge recipe that will sate those cravings. Ingredients: 450g caster sugar; 50g unsalted butter, diced into small cubes; 170g can of evaporated milk; 150ml milk; 150g plain chocolate Method: 1. Grease a square tin, roughly 18cm by 18cm, with margarine 2. Gently heat the butter, sugar, evaporated milk and milk, until the sugar has dissolved 3. Bring it to the boil

Fine ﬁnish: Satisfy your sweet tooth and stir for 30 minutes 4. Remove from the heat 5. Break the chocolate into pieces and melt in the microwave

PICTURE: CLARE HORRIGAN

6. Stir the chocolate and fudge mixture together, and pour into a tin 8. Leave to set overnight Clare Horrigan

OU’RE on a budget, you can’t afford to travel. But that shouldn’t stop you from getting a taste of the exotic straight from your very own kitchen. Why not invite your friends over and treat them to the �inest cuisines from Guadalajara to London via Barcelona? Mexico: Tacos Pockets of happiness you can �ill with anything. Popular �illings include fried meats, cheese and sour cream – but why not try something more unconventional? Raid the cupboards and give whatever you �ind a try. For drinks, you are spoilt for choice — margaritas, mojitos, Sol or even tequila! Sombreros are optional. Italy: Pasta There are endless choices. Tomato Neapolitan sauce, creamy carbonara or,

Get a taste of the world without leaving home of course, spag bol. To save cash, make loads and keep some in the fridge. There’s a bonus, too: it may be the only legitimate time to consume gallons of wine while staying in theme. Spain: Tapas The ultimate sharing food – little plates of nibbles, be they hot or cold, that you can throw out in large quantities safely knowing there’s something to tickle everyone’s fancy. Excellent for get-togethers and nights in with the television. Drink whatever you fancy – but sangria is always a start. Thailand: Green curry Subtler than its Indian cousin, this still goes in the comforting, cheap

and easy-to-make category. All you need is some chicken, green beans and a jar of paste. Pour in some coconut milk and lime juice and you’re almost in Bangkok. Feeling adventurous? Then make your own paste; it’s only ground up garlic, chilli, spices and soy sauce, after all. Eat with rice and sink with Singha beer England: Casserole Leave the meat and veg to cook in wine and stock at a low heat in the oven. It will �ill you up for ages and leave you with a warm glow like proper comfort food should do. Drink tea and listen to the gasps of joy that echo all around. Lauren Bailey

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an you match the quote to the well-known person?

A: ‘I have this weird thing that, if I sleep with someone, they’re going to take my creativity from me through my vagina.’

B: ‘First, my mother was Spanish. Then, she became a Jehovah’s Witness.’

C: ‘I definitely want Brooklyn to be christened, but I don’t know into what religion yet.’

D: ‘I just want one day off when I can go swimming and eat ice cream and look at rainbows.’

E: ‘I created punk for this day and age. Do you see Britney walking around wearing ties and singing punk? Hell no. That’s what I do. I’m like a Sid Vicious for a new generation.’

Take a break and put your grey cells to work with our selection of puzzles

Who said what? 1 Paris Hilton, 2 Mariah Carey, 3 Gwyneth Paltrow, 4 Geri Halliwell, 5 Chris Brown, 6 David Beckham, 7 Avril Lavigne, 8 Ashton Kutcher, 9 R Kelly, 10 Lady Gaga

F: ‘I think every decade has an iconic blonde, like Marilyn Monroe or Princess Diana and, right now, I’m that icon.’

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What’s written in the stars for you this month

ARIES: MARCH 21APRIL 19 January is not a time to sit still, Aries. The new year will bring exaltation and energy but don’t get too carried away. Pay particular attention to �inances and relationships TAURUS: APRIL 20MAY 20 Luck will be on your side this month,Taurus. The world is your oyster this year and it will feel as though you have just hit the jackpot. Just remember to trust your intuition GEMINI: MAY 21JUNE 20 The new year is an exciting time for you, Gemini. It will

be as though a veil has been lifted and for the �irst time you are seeing everything from an entirely new perspective CANCER: JUNE 21JULY 22 Have you been thinking of changing something up for a long time, Cancer? Now is the time to do it. Currently, you have everything you need so what are you waiting for LEO: JULY 23AUGUST 22 Time to focus on yourself, Leo. The new year will enable you to discover talents you didn’t even know you possessed. And, you know what they

say, practice really does make perfect

VIRGO: AUGUST 23SEPTEMBER 22 The new year brings positivity for you, Virgo; however, an unthinking step could land you in trouble, so stay in control and you will make great changes

LIBRA: SEPTEMBER 23OCTOBER 22 Don’t jump the gun, Libra. Stay a few steps ahead and consider all possibilities. Complicated situations will arise but stay in control and they can be solved with ease SCORPIO: OCTOBER 23NOVEMBER 21 You are going to have to

take responsibility for the actions of others this month, Scorpio. Even if you are not in the driving seat, be ready to accept the consequences SAGITTARIUS: NOVEMBER 22-DECEMBER 21 Those around you may be shrouded in negativity, Sagittarius, but don’t let this throw you off. Don’t be afraid to �ight back as it is best to trust your intuition right now CAPRICORN: DECEMBER 22JANUARY 19 There is no time like the present, Capricorn. A goal you have been working towards for a

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AQUARIUS: JANUARY 20-FEBRUARY 18 You are about to enter a very content phase, Aquarius. You have been working very hard of late and everything is about to fall into place, so why challenge fate for more? PISCES: FEBRUARY 19MARCH 20 You are responsible for every aspect of your life, Pisces, so if you are unhappy with certain aspects now is the time to make change. Don’t doubt your inner strength

Rock it... but ditch the booze In his latest column on LGBT issues, masters student FILIP BIGOS argues you don’t need to drink or take drugs just to conform to a hard-partying stereotype

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VERYBODY likes a good party. The music, the rush, the heat… When the beat drops, alcohol starts pouring and we get going. Especially the gays. Everyone knows gay clubs are the best – we know how to rock it. Fun, alcohol and drugs is pretty much what the gay community is all about. Or, at least, seems to be. Wherever we go, whatever we do, people always drink. And with age (and depending on how rich their sugar daddy is) they move on to drugs. To switch off. To loosen up. There is an awful lot of pressure on us to drink,

let’sTALK

and very often to do chems and slam. Yet owners of gay venues don’t tend to think about alternatives for people who don’t want to get wasted every day. I apologise for targeting gay men but they are the group most guilty of this. It damages our reputation and shames our community. It is possible to party without alcohol. I am a 22-year-old gay man – I don’t drink, yet I still date and have a great time. Most importantly I will remember it from start to �inish. This requires a real pair, because although I am gay, I am still a man and I am myself.

Little and often: Short bursts will help you focus

Festive fun is �inished, now get revising

CHRISTMAS is over and the exam period is back with a vengeance. Before you start panicking, take a deep breath and check out these �ive revision tips. 1. Write it all down: It may be a pain but it is guaranteed to help you remember all those facts and get them imprinted into your brain 2. Start with the tricky bits: It’s only natural to go for the stuff that we �ind the easiest but consider how stressfree the last few days of revision would be if you were working on the stuff you already understood the most 3. Try short, sharp bursts: Two to three hours of revision each day should do the trick. Accumulated over January (and hopefully some of December, too), that’s a lot of study time 4. Colour-code your notes: Research shows that a splash of colour can make all the difference 5. Reward yourself: Whether it is your favourite chocolate or a night out with friends once you’ve �inished a topic, you deserve a treat. Ellie Connell and Kelly Smith

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Relationship trouble? Sex worries? Feeling low? We’ve got wise words to set you right

Alice ask

getting on with life – and so are your family and friends – but they will always be there for you. That much will never change.

Y STUDENT loan didn’t come in on time so I took out a payday loan. I thought I wouldn’t have to admit it to anyone – but I’m still waiting on student finance and now I owe double the amount I borrowed in the first place. Josh, Bristol

Y BOYFRIEND dumped me on New Year’s Eve... over champagne, no less. If that wasn’t bad enough, I tried so hard to make him happy. I often put him before studying. Now, exams are just weeks away and I feel like I’m drowning. I’m starting to wonder whether I should continue with my course. Rebecca, Liverpool Exams are exactly what you need right now, Rebecca – hear me out. Throw yourself into revising, not re-reading every text you ever sent each other. Break-ups take time to heal. Nothing can beat a night in with the girls right now – but you also need a distraction. Before you know it, you’ll be back on your feet. Besides, let’s be honest – a guy who breaks up with you on New Year’s Eve isn’t worth your time. Your course, however, is.

Lovers’ tiff: But revision can provide the perfect distraction

OME isn’t home anymore. When I went back for Christmas, my parents showed me to the guest room – which was, in fact, my bedroom until four months ago. But the biggest

shock is my friends. I don’t feel like I’m part of their lives any more. I spent so much of the first term feeling homesick – and now it’s as though I don’t even have a home. Tom, Birmingham

Club drugs... why the song and dance? T

HE drugs market is changing fast. Traditional substances, such as heroin, are in decline, while newer, synthetic chemicals are flooding the market. Last year, 81 new psychoactive drugs were detected on the European market – the highest number on record. Many of these substances are virtually unheard of. What’s more, many are entirely legal and can be bought via the internet. Probably the best-known legal high is mephedrone, or ‘meow meow’. Many others are known by their brand names, or simply as ‘research chemicals’. But are they safe? It’s a difficult question to answer.

We’ve all been there, Tom. As much as everyone loves living in halls, it isn’t home. But, as you said – go home and you feel like a teenager again, having to tiptoe around. Do you know what, though? You are

DR OWEN BOWDEN-JONES founded the Club Drug Clinic, a London NHS service aimed to inform young people about the effects and dangers of new substances Because they have been manufactured to mimic the effects of drugs such as cocaine and cannabis, these new substances can be stimulants, sedatives or hallucinogens. There is no doubt that some of them are extremely powerful and, when substituted for drugs such as MDMA (ecstasy), the effects can surprise the user and even lead to overdose. In the long term, some legal highs cause similar problems to more traditional drugs – dependence, psychosis and depression have all been seen in users. So, despite being cheap and legal, there

is no doubt that at least some are really harmful. If you do decide to take a chance on a research chemical, take care of yourself by starting small and telling your friends what you are using. If you run into trouble, they can tell the ambulance crew. Don’t mix – this includes alcohol. The more types of drug you take at the same time, the bigger the risk. Stay hydrated by taking regular, small sips of water. Don’t drink more than one pint in an hour, otherwise you might over-hydrate. For more information, visit www.clubdrugclinic.com.

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Don’t sit on this any longer, Josh. Head straight to your university and talk to someone in student services or the students’ union. There will be a support fund for people experiencing financial difficulty. The amount awarded will depend on your assessed needs and you will not have to pay it back. In future, steer clear of payday loans – the interest rates alone will leave you in much worse position than you were in before. Struggling with your studies, wrestling with a relationship or is your social life at a standstill? Contact our agony aunt on alice@unipaper.co.uk

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OU’RE young and gifted... you should probably be trying to come up with an invention that will change the world for the better. But maybe during that particularly dull lecture you have come up with ideas that are, well, a little less grandiose in their scope. What about a toilet seat that lifts and closes by itself? No more arguments in the student house about who left the loo seat up. Or a commuter coat that shakes you awake from your slumbers on the bus so you never miss your stop again? Too late, because other students thought of them �irst and submitted them to the Odd Invention Challenge. Madcap inventor Colin Furze is a judge. He has more

What next: Colin Furze at work in his lab (garage) than 750,000 YouTube fans and a number of world records for his inventions, which range from a 70mph shopping trolley to Wolverine-style claws. ‘We’ve had a lot of entries, and some of them really are quite bonkers,’ said Colin. ‘The great thing about these competitions is when you ask thousands of people to come up with something, you end up with some absolute gold.’ He has been impressed by the left-�ield thinking. ‘I like making the things that other people might think are not worth making, and that

seems to have driven me in the direction of making weird and crazy inventions which has obviously led to this competition,’ he said. As for his own inventions, Colin says the mobility scooter edges it. ‘It was good – it was proper smart and everyone loves it,’ he said. The Odd Invention Challenge was designed by �lavoured spirit brand ODDKA. The shortlisted �inalists will be put to the public vote to win a top prize of £4,999. See www.oddinvention.com for the entries.

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£10,000 masters stroke? caseHISTORY

Worth it: Faye Saville worked more than 70 hours a week, juggling a job with her studies

My 13-hour days for an MA IF GETTING a masters wasn’t hard enough, imagine having a fulltime job on top. But that’s exactly what recent graduate Faye Saville did to avoid exorbitant debts. Juggling a PR role with 30 hours of weekly study towards her MA in strategic communication at the University of

Central Lancashire, Faye found herself working up to 13 hours a day. ‘It’s a mental test,’ the 28-year-old said. ‘You have to push yourself to the limit – but you do amaze yourself with how mentally strong you are.’ Her friends, family and employer backed her over the three years it

took to complete the course – and she said she would do it that way again, rather than take on the proposed loan. ‘Of course, there are always times when you think, “Can I really do this?”’ she added. ‘It was hard. I didn’t go out much and socialise – but I got there in the end.’

superSCRIMPING IT’S a new year, so the partying is over and, predictably, you’re broke. After chucking away all of your money over Christmas, here are some apps that will help you keep hold of your cash in 2015...

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between different categories, this free app allows you to easily keep tabs on your expenditure. It can also be synced with other mobile devices – perfect for splitting household bills

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Your bank balance may have taken a hit over Christmas but that doesn’t mean living like a hermit in January. Offering discounts at retailers such as H&M, Pizza Express and Tesco, VoucherCodes

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OR many masters students, their degree has been a battle of survival. They have had to �ind ingenious ways to fund their extra year or two of studies. Some borrow money from their families, while others take on a part- or, even, fulltime job while keeping on top of their course. Now they have an alternative after the government announced a funding scheme that will allow those aged under 30 and studying towards a masters degree to get a loan of up to £10,000. The plan, which is planned to come into force in the 2016/17 academic year, will replicate the undergraduate model, where students only start paying back their loans once their earnings reach above a certain level. James Coe, vice-president of University of Liverpool’s students’ union, said: ‘I am

Loans ‘will help more than 40,000 students’ pleased the students’ movement won this. We must continue to �ight for these loans to be extended for students over 30 and an education system that does not force such high levels of personal debt on to our student members. ‘Postgraduate loans are an important step in widening access to this type of study.’ The government predicts the loans will help more than 40,000 students and enable about 10,000 more individuals to undertake postgraduate study each year. Sam Smith, a third year at the University of Liverpool, praised the proposal, despite masters degrees being funded on his

course. ‘To become a chartered engineer, a masters degree is needed,’ he added. ‘In the long run, the loan will be bene�icial to others, as it allows people to get further in their job.’ However, students could leave university with debts of more than £60,000, while undergraduate and postgraduate loans will be paid off at the same time. Luke Stevenson, a Liverpool John Moores University English graduate, said: ‘It’s a trap – a pathetic token measure by the Tories to attract gullible students. ‘Forget loans – we want no tuition fees. Education is for everyone, not just the elites.’ Charlotte Seddon

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January 2015

beyondUNI

Strike a balance between study and job

MANAGING deadlines can be hard enough without having to work as well. For some students, though, money can be tight and a parttime job is required. Unfortunately, there can be a down side to having a job while studying – trying to balance everything. Here are some useful tips on how to keep on top. 1. Planning: When it comes to writing an essay or preparing a presentation, knowing where you are going to start saves lots of time. Try writing ideas in your phone, so you can add to it on the move 2. Plan your diary: When deadlines are approaching, it is great to know when you have free time. For example, if you work nights and have a couple of spare hours before a shift, you could spend that time researching your masterpiece 3. Release that stress: Juggling everything can take its toll, both physically and mentally, so take time to relax. Find what works best for you and incorporate it into your time 4. Remember: A parttime job is only for now. Make university work your priority. After all, that’s what you’re there for Jasmine Martin

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Rising star: YouTuber Alice Taylor discusses her life

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MAGINE sitting in front of a camera and filming yourself taking on stupid challenges or capturing everything you do throughout the day, from what you eat at lunch to what you watch on TV. Now controversy last month after imagine getting paid for it. admitting her book (which It sounds too good to was the fastest-selling debut be true, but that is exactly novel ever) was ghostwritten. what vlogging is all about. Looking to recreate her With audiences of between 2 and 6million, the best vlogs get thousands of views each day. Perhaps the most famous vlogger is fashion and beauty adviser Zoella, Go for it: You could earn cash from vlogs who caused

success is 18-year-old Alice Taylor, an up-andcoming YouTuber who creates comedic videos about her day-to-day life. Speaking to TUP, the former student, who now works in TV and film, said: ‘If you are lucky enough, then vlogging can compete with conventional careers. ‘Digital content is becoming more prominent, so there’ll be jobs popping up all over for it.’ With its rise in popularity, vlogging has become a job

for many of these big-name content creators. Top brands are approaching YouTube stars to reach younger audiences and are offering large sums of money for an advertising opportunity within their videos. With a sizeable income (let’s just say enough to cover the rent… and then some), these internet sensations can afford a luxury lifestyle without a nine-to-five job. However, Alice added: ‘YouTube can be seen as both a hobby and a job – but

Spot the spelling errors and count the cash

PROOFREADING is a necessity of university life. We have all had to do it for stressed-out flatmates or ourselves. But proofreading is also big business. There are a number of online proofreading agencies – and most will pay students to work for them. Such agencies look for neat handwriting for hard

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copies, methodical readthroughs and, of course, excellent English. It is

also advantageous to be a graduate or undergraduate in any discipline, as a

technical knowledge of a specific subject can help. The benefit of proofreading professionally is that the work is freelance, so you can work from home and choose your hours. With different payment methods and variable salaries, it is best to find a legitimate, well-established website to work for. Charlotte Pick

if my channel ever got to a level that it supported me, I still probably wouldn’t quit my current job.’ So, does the rise of vlogging mean we should we all quit our degrees, rush out to buy cameras and start filming our beans-on-toast dinners? Fraser Green, an Australian YouTuber with more than 4,000 subscribers, said: ‘YouTube is a new creative platform that the majority of society still doesn’t understand, mainly due to ignorance.’ The point is, do your research, build a following and, maybe, one day, you can make your money by sitting at home, eating food in front of the computer. Ryan Lynch Eagle-eyed: The only tools you need are an eye for detail and a pen

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HE summer has gone, leaves have fallen from the trees and winter is upon us. Of course, you cannot afford to put the heating on full-time, so how can you stay warm without busting the bank balance? 1. Layers are important: No wonder you think the house feels like the North Pole if you’re only wearing a vest and shorts. Wear jumpers – even put on your �luffy onesie. By now, I’m sure your housemates have seen you at your worst. 2. Shut the door: This

insulates the house and stops cold air creeping in. There is no point in putting the heating on only for all that lovely warm air to escape through the gaps, so make sure you shut your windows, too! 3. Get a hot water bottle: Who needs a partner to keep your bed warm in the winter? It’s as simple as boiling the kettle, �illing it up and, as if by magic, you instantly have something warm you can

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Keeping snug: To save cash and stay warm, why not put on some layers, invite your friends round and watch a movie, huddled up under a duvet? spoon to sleep. Better still, there are no strings attached. 4. Pour a hot drink: They work as a perfect hand warmer and take the chill off your body, too. Also, who

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can honestly say no to a hot chocolate? Furthermore, there isn’t any chill that a hearty meal can’t banish. 5. Huddle up like penguins: Invite all your friends round and make sure they bring duvets, sleeping

bags and blankets. Bundle together in front of a good �ilm and order a takeaway! 6. Use heating sparingly: An hour in the morning and at night on those really chilly days won’t break the bank. Hannah Southern

A BURST pipe is an all-too-commonplace winter hazard. Freezing causes the water to expand, leading to a rupture. Here’s what to do if you suspect this is happening to one of your internal pipes: 1. Turn off the water supply immediately 2. Ensure all cold taps are turned on. This leaves room for the thawed water to escape 3. If you ﬁnd the frozen pipe, try warming it gently with a hairdryer 4. Remove anything from the room or area where the frozen pipe is, in case it bursts 5. If you ﬁnd a leak, contact a plumber as soon as possible Hannah Southern

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yourSPACE

Finding the right place to live, choosing the right people to live with and keeping your place right

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OU’RE graduating in a few months. Your parents and lecturers go on about you finding a job. But, first things first, where are you going to live? Moving back home is the obvious choice after university – but after three years of freedom, it will be difficult to take orders from your parents again. You might begin to wonder what all that maturing and independence at university was for. Of course, moving back isn’t the end of the world; it’ll only be a year or two and you’ll be able to save up, find the right place and get the best job. The classic five-year plan. But that’s not the only option. University has taught you the basics about renting and the costs, so why not do it for real? If, for you, it’s about employment, then let the job lead you – apply everywhere and be prepared to begin an

In it together: Living with other people makes life fun – and cheaper

It should have been done in December but there is never enough time to clean the fridge. Now, the dire consequences face the house. Mouldy carrots left from Christmas dinner and grease on the oven tray that may never be the same again Rebecca Solomon

ALPHA housemates are the organisers who everyone listens to and everyone aspires to be. They’re the kings and queens of halls. So how do you go about usurping them? With sabotage, naturally Hannah Froggatt

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Wise steps that will help you buy WE LEAVE university with tens of thousands of pounds of debt so, to most of us, buying a first home seems like an impossible dream. With house prices spiralling and banks refusing mortgages and restricting the amount you can borrow, it is easy to feel condemned to years of living at home or in shared rented living. But there are ways in which graduates can make themselves more attractive to lenders. First, show lenders that you are ‘stable’. Let them know you have held down a steady job and that you have regular income. Try to limit your student finance. The thought of

having £7,000 put into your bank account every year sounds great – but added to the £9,000 tuition fee, you could end up saddled with £48,000 of debt. Make an effort to clear your student overdraft and credit card debts. If lenders see that you have too much credit available that you do not use, this could affect your credit rating. Finally, and most crucially, start saving for a deposit. Even without student debt, lenders will still expect you to pay a percentage of the house costs. That may mean working through uni, saving your student loan or moving back in with your parents for a few more years. Nakita Capp

Up sticks instead of heading for home adventure into the unknown. You’ve moved to a new city before; you can do it all again. Another fresh start can be scary but your new workmates will be able to recommend places to live and perhaps introduce you to your new city. When you get round to looking at your new rented home, remember the basics. Do you need a parking space? Can you make it a home? Can you afford the rent? Have you got the best deal with your bills? Remember, too, you’ll have to pay council tax. It may also be time to find some new housemates. You’ve had your first taste of community living in halls and in your shared student home,

so why not carry on? We need company. Humans are not the kind to sit alone doing our own individual things. As students, it is the reason we get so little work done when we need to. Companionships and friendships are what we strive for, so why neglect our natural instincts when we move away from the safe haven of the university campus? Besides, rent is cheaper when the cost is spread out – as are utility bills, food shopping and the TV licence. They say university opens doors; this may be literally true when you leave and start looking for your first home. Lucy Robinson and Megan Haddaway

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Finding the right place to live, choosing the right people to live with and keeping your place right

Choice is hall yours ... but pick who you live with carefully

HAT time of year is upon us again – househunting season. No matter how long you’ve been at university, choosing next year’s accommodation is a big decision and one that tends to weigh people down for a few weeks every year. Many students look back on their first year in halls – the glory days when heating and electricity bills were still a problem only for grown-ups – fondly, while others love the independence and maturity that comes with their freezing cold eight-bedroom house, complete with mould spreading across the walls. University-owned accommodation is, in the main, fantastic. Most flats come with ADVERT HOME ACCOMADATION

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Advice for a healthy lifestyle and staying in shape

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Cut-price weights: Why bother reading a book when you can use it to keep fit?

F THERE’S a time of year when you’re most likely to join a gym, it’s January. After eating, drinking and making merry for most of December, you might be ready to fulfil that new year resolution to get fit. There are some great deals for joining gyms – but, if your budget won’t stretch to a membership, then here’s our guide to keeping fit for free… High-intensity interval training: A great way to burn fat, especially if you’re short on time. HIIT focuses on short bursts of intense exercise, with a less intense rest period. Head to the park with a mate and sprint

– make it into a race. If you don’t feel like leaving the house, try running up and down the stairs. Circuits: You don’t need a lot of space to set up a minicircuit in your living room. Use a chair to do arm dips, lean on a wall to support yourself in a handstand

position and clear a space for burpees and planking. Weights: If you want to use weights but can’t afford any, make the most of what you already have. If you have a particularly large book from your course, use it as a weight to hold to your chest when squatting. Use tins of

baked beans for bicep curls and hold your full laundry basket while lunging. Run: It may seem obvious, but go for a run. If you’re feeling the pressure of coursework deadlines, getting outdoors can relieve stress and help restore your focus. Samantha Coles

How to stay focused 1. Be realistic: If running for the bus leaves you gasping for breath, it’s probably not a good idea to sign up for a marathon. Set yourself reasonable goals 2. Fuel: Unfortunately, going for a five-minute jog doesn’t give you an excuse to have two pizzas for dinner. You can’t out-train a bad diet 3. Mix it up: Never do the same workout. Increase your speed, weights or reps each time you train to challenge yourself 4. Rest: It can be tempting to go hell-for-leather in the first two weeks. Don’t push yourself too hard to begin with, as this can result in injury 5. Stay positive: Bad training sessions happen. Don’t let them get you

down – acknowledge that you know you can do better next time 6. Moral support: It’s natural to feel selfconscious about exercising alone. Why not get a running club together with your housemates? Having a training buddy can help you push harder 7. All the gear: It’s important to have good training shoes. Any new kit can boost your confidence 8. Remember why you started: When you’re tired and it’s freezing, staying indoors in your onesie is often more appealing than training. Remember why you started – visualise your goals and think how much better you’ll feel afterwards SC

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sportNEWS

Karla claims indoor title

Big BUCS heads to Hallam in 2016

KARLA DREW has moved to tenth in the all-time list of British indoor pentathletes. The Sheffield Hallam student recorded a personal best in the shot put as she posted 4,199 points to win the England & Wales senior combined events title at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield. Drew, the reigning senior women’s pentathlon champion, edged out Commonwealth Games heptathlon bronze medallist Jess Taylor by 27 points. She led from the start of the competition to the end, scoring a huge 1,046 points for an 8.37 60m hurdles, as well as the personal best of 11.96m in the shot put.

In action: Karla Drew shows the power that saw her clinch the indoor pentathlon senior title PICTURE: BRITISH ATHLETICS It was another great day for Drew, who also hit the headlines after winning £50,000 on a £5 football

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SHEFFIELD Hallam University is to host Big BUCS Wednesday next year. It will welcome students from across the country for the finals of rugby league, football, netball, basketball, squash, hockey, indoor cricket, tennis, lacrosse, badminton, table tennis, volleyball and fencing. Deputy vicechancellor Prof Liz Barnes said: ‘We are really excited to be hosting this day of events, as Sheffield Hallam is committed to and promotes sport and physical activity at all levels.’ Liam Kent

AFTER an unbeaten 2014, it would be easy to think the hard work had been done for the University of Sheffield’s men’s rugby union team. Until you meet captain Matt Baldwin. While he is happy to reflect on that tremendous achievement, he is quick to stress ‘you ain’t seen nothing yet’. Baldwin understands the team cannot let an impressive 2014 go to their heads. ‘The lads know that we haven’t achieved anything yet,’ he said. ‘There is still huge improvement to be made and everybody in the group knows that. ‘We have to keep raising the bar and pushing ourselves harder if we want to

keep this momentum in the new year.’ Baldwin said one of the key ingredients to their success over the past year was a strong team ethic. ‘The squad has come together really well over the last 12 months,’ he said. ‘The lads are playing for each other and everyone understands the work that needs to be put in in order to win games. The performance culture within the 1st XV is incredibly strong.’ The coaching staff has also made a real difference to the team. Rigorous training routines and lots of fitness sessions have come together to make the side a serious force to be reckoned with in the BUCS league. ‘The major step forwards over the last year or so has been the appointment of

new head coach Thiu Barnard and the new strength and conditioning set up with Si Vardy. ‘Their hard work and professional approach has enabled the talent that we have at this university to shine through.’ A comprehensive 34-20 win against Sheffield Hallam meant it was a successful varsity for the team in April but Baldwin said it was not all plain sailing. ‘Matches away at Leeds Beckett and Durham were incredibly hard fought, both being won in the last minute,’ he said. ‘Everyone in the squad knows that it’s not over until the fat lady sings – and our fitness and will to win has paid off over and again through the season.’

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First blood in varsity Sheffield’s clean sweep on slopes LIAM KENT THE 2015 varsity is under way and the University of Sheffield is off to a flier. The slopes of Val Thorens in the French Alps were the stage for the opening events in the clash between Sheffield and its arch rival from across the city. There were five points on offer as both universities looked to get a few early points on the board. Despite the best efforts of Sheffield Hallam, UoS won all five events to begin their varsity 2015 campaign in style. The first race in the women’s event went to UoS, before Hallam won the second to take it to a decisive third race. Sheffield won the last race to secure the first point. UoS

On track: A snowboarder powers down the Val Thorens slopes at the winter varsity

also won the point for the men’s event, despite Hallam winning the first race. Both the race and freestyle events went the way of UoS snowboarders before further enjoying success in the ski freestyle event. Hallam’s competitors did brilliantly over the day of racing but it was just not to be and UoS have an early lead ahead of varsity week in April. However, there are still about 70 points to be won, with Hallam seeking a first win in three years. @sportsheffield tweeted: ‘Amazing win at Winter Varsity, come on Black and Gold! #suvarsity #blackandgold.’ Perhaps unsurprisingly, there has been nothing out of the Sheffield Hallam camp since the rinsing.

Hopes hit: Hallam students in good voice but their hopes soon turned to powder

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