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LEADER Alarm Harm Alarms are incredibly annoying. Be it your phone reporting that a new day has arrived, the steam from your dinner accidentally triggering the fire alarm, or the car screaming for attention. In the best of cases, an alarm indicates a mistake, and in the worst-case scenarios it is the first response to a fire, burglary, or other less fun incidents. An annoyance. A bad sign. Nevertheless—imagine a world with no alarms. An absence of safety alarms will make it difficult for some to live in their own house. Having exam invigilators announce when there are 15 minutes left can also be considered a sort of alarm, and boy, do those announcements come in handy. If home alarms no longer exist, we might see an uptick in theft. Speaking of theft in houses! I do understand that people want to let others know that they are having a great time on their trips, but sometimes it could be smart to just wait until you have returned before you start posting on your socials.

Removing alarms in the modern-day world might not be as simple, but what about the world before alarms were invented? Yes, thefts still took place. Houses burned down then just like now. The concept of African Time can’t be avoided. A more relaxed attitude towards time, deadlines, to events. An impression that whatever happens, will happen. Maybe alarms are just another symptom of the human urge to shape space and time? It is obvious that alarms mean well, but when they are at their loudest, I get a bit put off. The word originates from the Italian “All’ arme!” or “To arms!”. In other words, it makes sense to get nervous when one hears the ringing of the resounding tones of the alarms. It is war we are talking about here! Be prepared, pay attention. Maybe it is the pizza in the oven that is ready. Maybe it is a reminder to pay rent. You never know. Previously, I would use bird chirps as my alarm clock sound, for a gentler awakening. It had the opposite effect; Now, I get startled when I hear birds in the hedge. In the Epic of Gilgamesh, with the world having become overpopulated and making too much noise, one of the gods sends a great flood. When I was younger, I never realized the issue, but with the great number of alarms and notifications one experiences on a daily basis, my opinion has changed. The alarms will keep calling. You’ll only have to keep up with the weather forecast to make sure it’s not gonna rain.

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Tord Kristian Fjellheim Andersen MANAGING EDITOR Simen Walbækken Tangen

JOURNALISTS Nora Helgeland Sofie Bergset Janols Iris van Brunschot Elina Turbina Benjamin Alexander Faulkner Arthur Devold Ingvild Lauvstad Sunde HEAD OF PHOTOGRAPHY Nathalie Genevieve Bjørneby PHOTOGRAPHERS Margreta Brunborg

Lina Grünbeck Pauline Hovland Borghild S. Oterholdt Synne Louise Stromme HEAD OF PROOFREADING Kristin Gilboe PROOFREADERS Rebecca Biong Hedda Jørgensen Solveig Johansen Bjørg Øymo

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Slam poetry - The Ås bubble

Report from UKA i Trondheim

GA Speedrun

The Library is for Everyone!

Dorm Essentials

Studentenes Hus

Gala with Studentstorbandet

The Ultimate Cheap Coffee Test

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SmakÅs

Letter to the editor - We are stronger together

Centre spread: Student Parliament Board

Coitus and Cohabitation

Two beers: Bjørn-Eirik Roald

Revue: Åsblæst’n

Personals

Twist review

11 at the Halloween Party

Tuntreet by the decade: the 10s

Tun and Things

Priestly Thoughts

Columns

Games

HEAD OF LAYOUT Sara Thu LAYOUT Martine Hana Løken Linnea Laubo Sigrid Solstad Thokle HEAD OF GAMES Tilde Skåtun

HEAD OF TRANSLATIONS Julie Hauge Blindheim TRANSLATORS Aleksander Mæland Munkejord Sofie Palmstrøm Thea Samskott Pauline Marie Søndenå Amalie Pedersen Brønmo Angelique Rein

DISTRIBUTION Vegard Sjaastad Hansen WEB DISTRIBUTION Celine Våga ILLUSTRATION Oda Braar Wæge Anne Trætteberg Reitan

Tuntreet, a part of Studentsamfunnet i Ås Tuntreet, postbox 1211 1432 Ås Email: tuntreet@samfunnetiaas.no www.tuntreet.org Printed: 800 Publisher: BK Grafisk, Sandefjord Front page: Anne Trætteberg Reitan Edition 09 Genevieve Volume 76 3 Centre spread: Nathalie Bjørneby

SLAM POETRY

The Ås bubble SUBMITTED BY RAKEL STEENSEN A poetry slam-revue sketch that had to be shortened due to little time from “Revue: Åsblæst’n konspirerer”. Amalie Pedersen Brønmo Translator

In an academic context, it is important to always do thorough research, check the sources, do experiments and tests. You make a plan, a template, a draft and have a goal, because you know you’ll pass.

I have buried myself too deep. The world wide web is big, but at the same time too small. I drown in too much and too little information, while looking for the right words, synonyms, things to search for, to say.

And, by all means, do not throw yourself around at the last minute, scrape together the thinnest little piece of information and thoughts. Who knows where the censorship ends up?

With a sore heart and soul, I close the PC. I need a break. If there is one thing corona has taught me, it is that too much screen is painful, sad, pixelated and 2D.

When I first came to Ås, I heard about the famous Ås bubble. But what is it exactly? In my search, I do like many before me and try the internet. Wikipedia to be specific.

Oh Festsalen, oh Festsalen, is this where I can find creativity? Can any of you tell me, in what vector Åsbobla is located? Because here I need both direction and length to be able to find my way.

Wikipedia, composed of the Hawaiian word wiki and the Greek encyclopedia, a collection of words, definitions, historical events, formulas, lessons, and the answer to all my questions and problems… but wait…

But what do I see out there in the hall? Black, green, yellow, red, white and blue in color. People you can find at lectures, reading rooms, shops and bodega. Large parts of society in Ås’ alpha and omega.

A shock… Wikipedia is clearly not big enough…

People you can find at parties, but also when you have been reading and need someone to work with.

After several searches and tearing of my hair, it dawns on me that I am looking into an empty golden vein. Where is the Ås bubble? It is clear that drastic actions are needed. As a separable function, I take “Åsbobla” and split it in two! Words! «Ås» and «bobla». Then I must be able to find it out!

People who keep the wheels going, when the study day gets a little too long, and dinner otherwise would not have been on the table. Is not this what Åsbobla is? Sure! There we have it!

And wikipedia answers! It is written in black and white with the Hoefler font. Ås is a municipality in Follo which from 2020 is part of Viken county. Fantastic, brilliant, just what I do not need. There is a lot of information, everything from average temperatures to municipal councils. But not quite what I’m looking for.

Åsbobla is not a separable department, it cannot be divided into smaller parts and still make sense. It is a symbiosis between association people, social people, democracy people and students. And it is together that we are able to do something that really matters.

But do not lose faith! There must be some hints under the bubble, a solution, the satisfying feeling when you put two dashes under the answer q. e. d.

Åsbobla is not out on the big internet. It cannot be digitized, it must be experienced, and you must be exposed to really understand how it is possible to be so insanely raw! And at the same time distant from reality

Despair. What am I reading? Bobla is a Norwegian comic magazine and is Norway’s oldest comic magazine? 92. 92 words is the entire Wikipedia text, there are far too few to really understand what Åsbobla is!

For where else than in Ås do you become so engrossed in your friends, duties, and habits that you just glare at the outside world

More despair. Where else should I be able to go, when not even Wikipedia can give a hint or a sign of where Åsbobla is. 4

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May Åsbobla be stronger than a soap bubble, so that students in the future can also connect, and experience all that Ås student life has to offer, for many, many years! Generally!

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UKA is not only in Ås In the years there isn’t a UKA in Ås, there is one in Trondheim. October 21st many students left Ås and went to Trondheim to take part in S-helga (The Students’ Weekend). More than a 100-year-old tradition Both of the UKAs were made around a revue with the goal of making a greater source of income to fund the running of Samfunnet in each city. UKA in Trondheim was arranged for the first time in 1917 and had their first UKE-revue in 1924. Before the war, there had been a UKE-revue every year in Ås, but after the war, Trondheim and Ås began arranging UKA every other year. It’s also worth mentioning that there are other UKE-festivals in other cities as well, including Bergen and Oslo.

Simen Walbækken Tangen Journalist and photographer Oda Braar Wæge Illustrator Amalie Pedersen Brønmo Translator

What if Ås was a big city? According to tradition, the board of Samfunnet and the board of UKA visit their honourable boards, while the choirs and social clubs go to visit their friendship clubs. Ås-students that went to Trondheim could find themselves suddenly seeing familiar social club costumes on their nights out. And if you were out in Samfundet, there was a great chance that you would feel at home with many familiar faces at every bar. One of the bars which might have been a disappointment to Thorvald and Thora was the Bodega in Trondheim. The expectation of low stools, good beer, and singing was answered with a nightclub atmosphere, close dancing, and making out. However, the air was thick in the Bodega north of Dovre, just like in Ås. One thing that strikes you when you are at Samfundet in Trondheim is that it’s very similar to Samfunnet in Ås, just in a city instead of out in the countryside. Razzmatazz «What does it say?» was one of the comments about the blinking Razzmatazz sign mounted to Samfundet. What it means is a little less clear, but according to the writer collegiate in Trondheim it is a name that is meant to radiate lots of energy, and it can also remind us of a name from a UKA in the 1920s. The revue with the same name was fairly good, filled with funny sketches and songs. Some of the skits were too local for the average Ås students to understand the context, while others were of a more international character. As the tradition requires, they had a song with a declaration of love to Trondheim. Maybe that could be something for the UKE-revue back home?

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General Assembly Speedrun

For the first time in a while, the semester’s most important meeting at Samfunnet, the General Assembly, was held in person on November 1st. Though everyone was glad to be able to take part in a normal assembly again, it was still over exceptionally quickly. Record time? Unsurprisingly, both the work program and budgets for next year were adopted without major problems. This efficiency also characterized the rest of the evening, or should I say afternoon? The whole program concluded in under four hours thanks to great moderators, a good schedule, and not least, no objections to anything.

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Easy elections Then it came time to elect various positions in Samfunnet. The selections for new committee heads of the bodega, the concert unit, the administration, the Business Committee (Næringsutvalget, or NU), administration coordinator, in NU, and marketing manager of NU were simple since there was only one candidate for each position. However, several candidates applied for the position of marketing manager at Samfunnet. After all the candidates had given their speeches and the votes had been counted, Harald Vie Pettersen walked away with the victory. There was also a fight for the two

external representative positions of the House and Finance Board. One of the candidates, Erik Sand, argued that he was not an economist, and it clearly struck a chord as he was elected as the first external representative. The new editor of Tuntreet will be Sofie Bergset Janols, who is looking forward to starting as editor after the new year. “You should be able read about the important things, fun initiatives, cases, and illustrations you can sit and look at for a long time.”

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Back row, from the left: Mattias Flakkenberg, Fredrik Skistad, Anna Imsgard Strøm, Harald Vie Pettersen and Hans Gunnar Gravningen Front row, from the left: Sofie Bergset Janols, Emilie Reitan, Vishnupriya Jayachandran, Helene Drechsler, Pernille Løwe, Erik “Gregers” Sand and Nora Christine Hjelme

Hans Hovenhet Hestehoven? Something that received little attention was the amendment to the articles of association on “Hans Hovenhet Hestehoven” (HHH). Maybe it was because of the light-colored text against a white background on the projector. Or maybe because many don’t have a strong relationship to this order . HHH is the order of honor of the student society in Ås just like H.M. Pinnsvinet (“Hedgehog”) in Bergen and H.M. den Gylne Gris (“The Golden Pig”) in Oslo. Among the members, we find the king and Gro Harlem Brundtland, but the majority consists of students from Ås. The amendment to the articles of association makes it so that representatives of the order college must be

approved by the General Assembly. This has been a long-standing request, but now is the first time it will become enacted. Maybe it also will give some life to the old order college that was started in 1938? Otherwise, there was a birthday song for the leader of Samfunnet, Hedda Mejlænder Larsen, and the pea soup corporals did a good job with the soup. Ten out of ten.

Athur Devold Journalist

Borghild S.Oterholt Photographer

Angelique Rein Translator

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THE LIBRARY IS FOR EVERYONE! What comes to mind when you think of the library? Is it the atmosphere of quiet, calm, and comfort, or is it the time capsule bringing you back into the life before digitalization? No matter what connotations come up, the library has stayed a priority in the life of the university, highlighting access, collaboration, and development. Why should we return to the library? Two is better than one NMBU’s academic library is inhabiting two spaces across campus – Sørhellinga on the east side of the campus and the new Veterinary building on the west side. Each library offers a specific set of literature relating to different faculties, which means that MINA and REALTEK students would find more relevant readings at Sør while HH, VET, KBM, BIOVIT and LANDSAM students have a variety of relevant sources in the Veterinary building. However, there is an overlap with the literature across both libraries, so students are welcome in whichever library they choose to visit. As the library relocated parts of it into the Veterinary building, the common

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misconception has been that it only serves the veterinary students. The university librarian Bettina Ludwig debunks that myth, stating that “the Veterinary library is for everyone!”. Both libraries have the same library workers, which guarantees that no matter what student enters the space they can get sufficient help with their needs. Not just books The libraries have long ago dropped the façade of acting mainly as a vessel for information. The librarians at NMBU offer a variety of services ranging from help with references and online literature search on Oria to classes on information literacy. They also help Ph.D. students and professors and work with research administration at the university. After the lockdown, the recurring arrangement ‘Kunnskapsfrokost’ (Research breakfast) started back up again. Here students get the opportunity to learn more about useful study skills and techniques such as research literature search or assignment writing. In addition, the library works closely with the Writing Centre (which operates both in

the Vet and Sør libraries, if you ever need it), and each autumn they collaborate on the Academic Writing days. Room to breathe Alongside these arrangements, the library hosts recurring concerts called ‘Pusterom’ (Room to breathe), debates and many other events that transform the library into a space for socialization and leisure. This is something Bettina stresses as well: “The library is there to serve as an open space for any student, no matter if they need a comfortable space for concentration or a meeting place”. Physical presence As students of different faculties, our academic needs vary, however, certain things bond all of us. Something that draws students into the study halls and libraries is the welcoming atmosphere that helps to ease into work. In the new library, the open kitchen and accessibility of professional academic help seem to be the deciding factors for choosing it as the study place. The NMBU-librarian agrees: “The library has been an important space for students after covid, as it provides a safe physical space for studies or collaboration”.

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Despite digital reading becoming a more predominant way of engaging with the study materials, the need for interaction is more important than ever. The heart of the university “It is hard to say how many students use the library and how many don’t. Some students are open to talk and seek assistance while others don’t, but the library works around that”, says Bettina Ludwig. The reluctance to take the advantage of sources provided by the library could be related to the reserved nature of us, students. Sometimes we just do not know what we need to know, so remembering that the library is always there to navigate us is very comforting.

Elina Turbina Journalist

That is precisely the reason why the university librarian thinks that the library won’t lose its relevance in the future. It is a space designed for accessibility and inclusivity, a place for anyone. “The library is the heart of the university”, says the librarian, expressing that the possibilities of using it will make the library flourish more as time goes by. So do not be afraid of visiting the library and checking out the tools they offer for bettering your study experience. It is always there for all of us!

Lina Grünbeck Photographer

P.S. – Access to Bikuben and VET Since the opening of new buildings on campus, many students have been having access issues to the group rooms. If you got your student card relatively recently but cannot access the group rooms, come by the main entrance of Bikuben or the Veterinary building and hold your card by the card reader until the reader turns blue and then green. Unfortunately, you will have to repeat this procedure regularly. If it does not work for your card, however, you have no choice but to get a new student card.

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Dorm Essentials The dorm – our dearest home, - our heart space, - our sanctuary from a hectic everyday life. Take care of your body, take care of your mind – and take care of your dorm. Tuntreet presents 8 things that are essential to any dorm. A good cup of coffee and good literature Nothing beats a good cup of coffee or tea as you drag yourself out of bed against your will to force yourself through some curriculum – unless you just end up binging Netflix or arguing with LinTicket during the ticket release. The question here is if you can find good coffee at all or if all hope is lost. The three coffee tests here in Tuntreet try to answer this, so you can spend your time on other things.

From mug to bucket Another container of liquid that we think is “essential” to keep in your dorm is a bucket – to contain various gastric contents that would rather exit through the mouth than stay in the stomach. Usually, you would find yourself in this situation after having consumed a bit too much red, clear or brown – or just eaten something bad. We bet many can relate to this the morning after – or alternatively at five o’clock on Octoberfest. Tuntreet recommends looking for a bucket with a good handle, so your hands do not get sore when emptying the bucket.

Smell: @ - 4, AS – 1.5, E – 4 Taste: @ - 3.5, AS – 2.5, E – 4

Some may think it does not matter at all, but Tuntreet considers the natural accessory to good coffee or tea to be a good mug and the newest edition of Tuntreet. What else are you going to put the coffee or tea in, and how else are you going to pass the time while drinking it? Tuntreet thinks that the mug should have a large handle, in order to get a good grip. Otherwise, there is bound to be a mess. The mug should also have a design that tells something about who you are as a person. It is highly likely that this is seen in the coffee mug you carry. Let the coffee mug show others who you are. 10

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The Bed – a resting place after hardships What you wish for the most after the hardships you face with the bucket is to lay down in your comfortable bed, and what could be more essential then, than a duvet accompanying a good bed? Tuntreet has no opinion on firmness of neither mattress nor duvet, as long as it feels the way you want it to feel. A good tip is to make sure they feel as uncomfortable as you can. This way you are sure to get up in time for class!

TUNTREET With the IKEA-catalogue you can still afford the rent What better place to find a good bed than the IKEA-catalogue? Tuntreet also recommends that you own at least one drawer, in order to fit all the things you try to push into a way-too-small dorm. IKEA has, like always, a multitude of great solutions with accompanying prices suitable for a student without increased student loans. Now, this article is not meant to become an IKEAcatalogue, but if there is one thing Tuntreet recommends getting, it is just that. And then you can get the furniture that is in it. Food After having slept a good 8 hours in your lovely IKEA-bed, like any superstudent does every night, you wish to get some food into your empty tummy. What is more appropriate than grandis (frozen pizza) or oatmeal? These are completely unique and really creative, but very cheap dishes that no student has ever made before. Plus, you are left with even more money to pay the everincreasing SiÅs-rent! You are not the only one who needs food – if Pusen Brede happens to drop by, it is totally not cool to not have salami of top quality ready for her. This should always be easily available on the outermost placement in your fridge shelf. No exceptions.

Grandis: 1. Heat oven to 225°C 2. Take the plastic off – put the pizza in the middle of the oven 3. Heat at 225°C for 10-15 min until the cheese is golden and melted NB! Fan-assisted ovens are not recommended Oatmeal: 1. Mix 1.5 dl water, 0.75 dl low-fat milk and 0.75dl oatmeal and boil while stirring 2. Lower the heat and let the porridge simmer for 5 min, or until the texture looks right 3. Add salt to your liking Tips for topping: fruits, nuts, cinnamon and butter or jam Source: matprat.no But – What is the real reason we stay at a dorm? When you are not eating, throwing up or sleeping (or hanging around at Samfunnet), there may be a somewhat unfamiliar activity that is expected of you – studying. It is common to combine this activity with reading the curriculum. Tuntreet recommends getting minimum (or maybe maximum) half of the semester’s curriculum, in order to at least get the feeling that you are studying. It all boils down to creating a credible atmosphere and maybe you eventually manage to trick yourself. A bonus is that you have some books to sell (or burn) at the end of the semester!

Small Dorm – Small Article There are many things in this world that are not particularly big and this unfortunately also includes the common dorm. Tuntreet emphasizes that there are many other things that should have been included, but that could not fit neither in the dorm nor in this article. Whether this is a good selection of what is truly the most essential to keep in a dorm is open for discussion (like and comment!), but something we can all agree on is that the dorm looks just as messy no matter the content! Ingvild Lauvstad Journalist

Synne Louise Stromme Photographer

Oda Braar Wæge Illustrator

Sofie Palmstrøm Translator

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Studentenes Hus: The Akropolis of REALTEK?

Many students at REALTEK have felt the diminishing space these last few years. The number of students has grown considerably, without more space being made for them. The building of the pavilion, Studentenes Hus, will make more room for the students. About the pavilion Studentenes Hus will be placed between Fløy I and Fløy V (see map in TT06 for reference) and is made up of multiple wings put together. The pavilion will have an area of 600m2, and will contain seats for master’s students, student organization rooms, reading halls and group rooms which have previously been in Fløy I. Outside areas are also being connected to the pavilion, and a number of pathways are being improved.

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Simen Walbækken Tangen Journalist and Photographer Tord Kristian F. Andersen Journalist Borghild S.Oterholt Photographer Thea Samskott Translator

Construction noise The project, which was supposed to be done before fall break, has been postponed many times, leading to consequences for the students. Even though Studentenes Hus has been postponed many times, the remodeling of the rooms in Fløy I has started, before the students had new rooms to use. Some of the work in Fløy I was done between October 27th and November 9th and made it difficult to work due to the noise. This led to digital lectures and seminars in Fløy I. Tuntreet has been in contact with students who felt that the information about the renovation was late, and that there were not any alternative locations planned for lectures.

have feared that there would not be available master’s study places when they are going to write their thesis. Tuntreet has spoken to a student who experiences the entire process as messy. They also believe that the students have had little opportunity to influence any part of the moving process. Even though they have been granted master’s study places for the fall semester, they have not been assigned any seats, and experience that there is a lack of information. After requesting and being shown information about Studentenes Hus, the student was not allowed to disclose this to anyone else. The student has also heard from one of the project members that they work for the employees, not the students.

Uncertainty surrounding master’s study places For a long while, students in REALTEK

Distance between employees and students We spoke with Arnstein Moe, project leader

TUNTREET for Studentenes Hus, to clear everything up. A big concern for the students has been how the experienced distance between them and the employees has grown during corona, much due to digital lectures. The fact that there are only students, and no employees, who are moving to the new building enhances this feeling of distance according to the students. Arnstein agrees that this impression is unfortunate, and that the faculty does not want more distance between lecturers and students. Arnstein mentions that he wants as many physical lectures as possible, and that the development of Studentenes Hus hopefully will help with this, as students can stay there in-between lectures. Academic homes Tuntreet has received feedback from multiple students concerned about losing their academic homes. To some, it is a feeling of being thrown out, especially as the alternative is not yet built. In Studentenes Hus, the academic home is 105m2 and houses all REALTEK students, instead of the previous individual rooms. The feedback Arnstein has received is positive, as students find it more inclusive, and that the previous academic homes housed the “same old” people, so others could not

use the room. When the building is done, Arnstein is sure people will be happier with the new solution. He can also tell us that the usable area (gross area minus outer walls) for students by REALTEK will change from 400m2 to 900m2. Continuous postponements When the students were informed about Studentenes Hus in the spring of 2021, they were told it would be ready by September 6th, or the fall break at the latest. Arnstein informs us that many unexpected issues have come up and pushed the project back. When Tuntreet asked earlier this fall about when the pavilion would be finished, the plan was November 5th. “Right now, we hope to be done in the middle of January”, Arnstein confesses. Decisions regarding drainage by the pavilion has been one of the reasons for the postponements. As the building is going to be standing for more than two years, it is not defined as temporary, and radiators have to be installed instead of panel heaters, also delaying the project. The preparations have begun, but REALTEK awaits a start permit from the municipality before they can commence. Arnstein Moe promises on behalf of the faculty that if the pavilion is still not finished by January 20th, those

Arnstein Moe, project leader for Studentenes Hus, explaining the plans for the outside area.

TFs improvements TF-Fløy I was constructed in the 60s with funds from the Marshall aid and Kelloggs. The intention was that the building could easily serve as a hospital if another war was to break out. As the need for more space appeared, TF has kept growing and today consists of five wings. Fløy I has aged poorly, and went through reconstruction in 2018, with the addition of a cafeteria and renovation of a lot of other rooms. who have been granted master’s study places will still have a place to sit. Stand-in before Campusplan Øst This is not the first time NMBU has expanded to create more space for the students. The Akropolis building, originally meant as a temporary solution when they were constructed in 2013, still house the Landscape Architecture students eight years later. The plan is that the pavilion will cover REALTEK’s space needs for five years until Campus plan East is in motion, and renovations or new buildings are made for REALTEK.

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6 AT TF ON STUDENTENES HUS 1. 2. 3.

Johan, Industrial economy, 1st Year 1. Yes 2. This is my first year, so I haven’t noticed any difference 3. I think it can strengthen the unity

Are you looking forward to when the building is ready? How has the construction in Fløy I affected your studying? What do you think of the study association common rooms?

Kristina, Building Technology and Architecture , 5th year 1. Yes, if I am still here for the opening 2. A little annoying, I have to use the computer labs because of the programs that are only available there 3. I guess it will be fine

Linnea and Hilde, Environmental physics, 4th year 1. Have not thought about it 2. Not a lot, there is one class that had to relocate 3. Think it can be nice, can be better for unity amongst the fields

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Samuel, one-year pre-degree, 1st year 1. Extremely excited 2. It has not affected me negatively 3. I think it can create more unity amongst the different fields

Isak, Geomatics, 3rd year 1. Excited for them to start 2. The construction period in Fløy I has been short, no big issues, and avoids the exam period. 3. It will be nice to see other students, but at the same time it is nice to work with people in the same field as yourself

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GALA WITH STUDENTSTORBANDET Margreta Brunborg Photographer

Amalie Pedersen Brønmo Translator

Saturday November 6th, NMBU’s own Big Band arranged a Gala in Aud.Max. It was an opportunity for students to put on their suits and dresses and swing around to some live music. With great orchestra music and impressive vocals, the Big Band managed to get everyone out on the dancefloor for a great portion of the night, if not all of it.

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THE ULTIMATE CHEAP COFFEE TEST “We’re torturing ourselves for the greater good, we are the coffee martyrs.” - Anne-Sofie

Welcome to our final, yet busy, installment of the ultimate cheap coffee test! We’ve looked far and wide for coffee worthy of your while, and we might finally be able to say we got there! In this issue, five different filter coffee blends will be subjected to our sharp spidey-senses. During the past two installments we’ve come to the conclusion that you may drink Xtra and Intenso coffee if the price tag is your deciding factor. Have we finally found some more contenders for your shopping cart?

Elina Turbina Journalist

Anne Tove Græsdal Tornes Våge Journalist and Photographer

COOP FROKOSTKAFFE This one’s a doozy. We actually tried this Coop-branded coffee during the last test-batch. But the coffee gods decided it was too many breakfast brews in one issue, so here it is, for some reason, opening the better coffee blends lineup. The smell? Bad. The taste? Not good. “I’ve never tasted or smelled anything like this before!”, says Anne-Sofie. You would think that the quote has a positive inclination, but it, in fact, does not. The taste is not as bad as our previously tested bad coffee (Prima and Coop), but it does not live up to our somewhat low expectations.

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@ = Anne Tove AS = Anne-Sofie E = Elina Smell out of 5: @ – 1.5 AS – 1 E–1 Taste out of 5: @–1 AS – 1 E – 0.5

Price: 94,- per kg. IKEA PÅTÅR The first coffee for this evening makes us feel like we’re starting on a rather good note. The initial smell is not promising but, at the same time, it is not a disappointment compared to the other test subjects. The taste is somewhat muddy with burnt darkness but it does not overwhelm you. So, if you enjoy consuming products by unethical Swedish corporations - try this one out!

Price: 140,- per kg. FRIELE FROKOSTKAFFE We have our hands on coffee from the oldest brewery in Norway! Does it help? We say - sort of. While the smell of this breakfast blend is indistinguishable from the previous contender, the taste is delicately fruity. The drink does not feel strong enough, but it still has a balanced coffee taste which is something that has been missing in the previous coffee blends. It’s probably a reason why it is one of the most popular coffee brands in Norwegian households. More than every third coffee cup brewed in Norway is Friele. 16

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Smell out of 5: @ – 2.5 AS – 2 E–2 Taste out of 5: @–3 AS – 3 E–3

Price: 158.40,- per kg.

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Smell out of 5: @–4 AS – 1.5 E–4 Taste out of 5: @ – 3.5 AS – 2.5 E–4

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Price: 155.60,- per kg. KJELDSBERG So, is the best saved for last? Elina is biased and says yes, but can you blame her? Kjeldsberg balances out good taste and good price. The smell might not be as good as Evergood’s, but we cannot deny it is one of the stable, safe classics. @ and AnneSofie aren’t that enthusiastic about Kjeldsberg, yet Anne Tove acknowledges that this is the coffee she usually brews. Maybe it was still the excellence of Evergood messing with our grading, one cannot say.

CONCLUDING THOUGHTS: This one was one of the hardest but also one of the best coffee tastings we’ve done. We’ve been through a lot, but doing for the greater good makes the suffering worth it. The biggest disappointment of the tasting was Kjeldsberg, and the pleasant surprise was Evergood. In Anne Tove’s words: “it’s not specialty coffee but it is a special coffee to me”. And we agree. Treat yourself to a good Evergood or Friele for the taste that will make you all cozy inside. Stay tuned for a full list of the best and most affordable coffee in the next issue. Happy shopping and coffee drinking!

Tuntreet is looking for colleagues! Become a proofreader! Are you passionate about well-formulated, easily read texts with no comma mistakes? Then Tuntreet is the place for you! We are now looking for a new Head of Proofreading and proofreaders who would like to join us in raking the student newspaper to new heights. Apply now and get the opportunity to be a part of our unique Tuntre community!

Become a layout worker! Are you creative? Would you like to be passionate about something? Do you maybe also want to pay committee prices at Samfunnet? Then you should check out Tuntreet’s the Layout Committee. Here you can get your creative juices flowing in comfortable surroundings. Join us in shaping Tuntreet’s pages and articles while you get to say updated on everything happening here at NMBU.

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TT-Taboo: Body Hair The students in Ås let their hair down with Tuntreet. Hair is a fascinating concept. Most people would agree that on heads, long hair looks nice, but hair in the food is not all that great. Now that Movember is well underway, hair on the face is free to grow, but you will not find a single strand of hair (apart from the head) on any adverts or in magazines. Through a survey with 222 replies, Tuntreet has ventured into this confusing and complex jungle.

Nora Helgeland Journalist Anne Trætteberg Reitan Illustator Alexander Mæland Munkejord Translator

A Genius Business Idea? To discover more about why we shave and how it all started, I had to consult the almighty Google. On the website of the Women’s Museum of California and the American research institution Smithsonian, I found some information that can explain our manners. In the 1900s, Gillette started marketing various shaving products. In 1914, the first advert for women’s razors was released, stating that hair under the arms was un-feminine and straight up nasty. Throughout the First and Second World Wars there was a lack of nylon, and many women had to walk around with bare legs. That called for shaving! In 1946, the first bikini was introduced, which marked the beginning of shaving the private parts. Playboy showed images of clean shaved women, and in the 60s the miniskirt came along. Suddenly, this polished and hairless exterior became the new norm. The razor industry, along with the rest of the beauty industry, has helped maintain all these ideas, which have now been ingrained deep into the roots of society. Hairless Women and Other Expectations You may have seen the ad where a woman sensually slides a razor along an already shaved, completely hairless leg. These are images that are pushed onto us on a regular basis. It seems plausible that this has had an impact on the students of Ås, when 62.6% replied that they feel obliged to be completely hairless, apart from on the head. It seems like most people prefer a bit of body hair on their partner, and men seem to care less than women. It looks like most people, regardless of gender, do not really care about the body hair of people who are not their partners.

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Regarding their own body hair, 34% of women reply that they prefer being completely hairless apart from their head, and 48% prefer a little bit of hair. As for men, however, only 3% prefer being completely hairless apart from their head. Most men replied that they either do not care, or that they prefer a little bit of body hair. It seems as if women are the ones who feel the most pressure from society to be hairless.

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Beard vs. No Beard Thanks to Gillette’s aggressive marketing, the idea that a clean shaved face was a civilized face was manifested in society. Shaving became synonymous with masculinity and self-care. For women, other methods of hair removal were marketed so that they would not feel too «masculine». Most men who replied to this survey, however, were positive about their own beard growth, while women were more negative.

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Shame In the survey, over 30% replied that they feel a relatively large amount of shame about too much body hair, almost nobody feels shame about hair loss, and only about 3% feel shame regarding too little pubic hair. Have you felt shame related to hair loss?

Have you felt shame related to too much pubic hair?”

Have you felt shame related to too little pubic hair?

97% replied that they have never tried any means to grow more body hair, but almost 8% replied that they have tried growing more hair on their head. A grand majority of them replied that they used creams or serums to increase hair growth. Have you tried means to grow more body hair?

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Why do We Remove Body Hair? According to the Women’s Museum in California, there are traces of shaving all the way back to the Ancient Egypt. Here, being clean shaved was a sign of hygiene and femininity. Darwin’s evolution theory may have played a part too. In his writing, he allegedly introduced the idea that humans have less hair than the apes because it was considered more sexually attractive.

How do you remove body hair?

It very well could be that the students in Ås have adapted some of the same ideas, as 70% replied that they remove hair for esthetical reasons, 16% for practical reasons ;), and a low percentage replied that they do it for reasons related to health or hygiene. According to the Smithsonian, lice and other critters is another reason why people used to shave. Not so strange then, perhaps, removing anything that could prove as a cozy little nest, but that should no longer be that big of a problem. In The Guardian, M.D. Emily Gibson claims that you increase the risk of contracting STDs by removing pubic hair, added to an increased risk of inflammations where the hair is removed. Where is Hair Removed? About 80% replied that they remove pubic hair. Face and legs a bit lower, with 40% and 60% respectively. Other than that, hair seems to be removed from nipples, bums, bellies, toes and more, «the sky is the limit». 67% reported using razors to remove body hair.

Humans can differ quite a lot in appearance, and body hair is no exception. Hair can appear anywhere where there is skin, or not. What keeps coming up is that most people feel pressured by the society to get either more or less body hair. Women in particular can feel pressured to appear polished and clean shaved. When it comes to how each and every one of us feel about each other, we do not really seem to care all that much.

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SmakÅs 2021: A festival for food and technology – and joy!! Ingvild Lauvstad Journalist

Lina Grünbeck Photographer

Amalie Pedersen Brønmo Translator

Children with little firefighter helmets on their heads and lollipops in their hands, a cup of warm mulled wine, cute dogs and a very cozy day was what you would have gotten if you took a trip to SmakÅs. Circus, dog show and good local food was on the program. On Saturday there was a food market, and Tuntreet was there to check out the atmosphere. What is SmakÅs? SmakÅs is a festival for food and technology, and is the only one in Norway of its kind. It is held both in the autumn and around Christmas time and was launched for the first time in 2016. The goal is to spread knowledge about how the technology can contribute to make the food production in Norway more sustainable. The festival also presents good local ingredients from

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Ås and the surrounding areas to put the spotlight on local food. As a result of the Corona pandemic, last year’s festival was cancelled, but the students’ contribution during UKA, “Gøy på landet”, was still held. This year, SmakÅs is back with full force and the students continue to contribute, both as volunteers and with their own stands. Food from the whole region It was a nice day, right between late summer and autumn, and you could feel the cold slowly creep in, hinting that a new season was on its way. Despite this, there were a lot of people in the food market and a dozen stands with various products lined up between the town hall and the cinema. Dyster farm presented its own locally produced meat, and the queue to get a taste of the famous “Dyster burger” was long. Juels Hagebruk og Birøkt served good and sweet honey from the local farm Solgløtt. For the best tasting experience, he encouraged you to “let it melt on your tongue”. Bergljots Beste offered delicious jam, marmalade, chutney, berry vinegar and crispbread.

Northern Company made soup from root vegetables and brought tastings of seaweed, harvested from Træna in northern Norway. It is probably a new thing for many to consider seaweed as a food product, but it is an exciting alternative that may take up more space in our future diet. Tuntreet can report that seaweed tastes like salt and sea, just like you would expect. Budeieforeningen had also put up a separate stand and sold “sveler” to make money for the TV fundraiser, which this year goes to Plan International and their work against child marriage. This was mentioned in the previous issue of Tuntreet (TT08, p. 22). Next to it, you could be served mulled wine form Epleblomsten, which came from Telemark, and you could also get freshly harvested pumpkins from Foodsharing Ås. Foodsharing told us that they cooperate with several grocery stores, restaurants, and farms to prevent food from going to waste. There were also other traders who offered other things than food, like the brand Moia Form, who presented a large selection of rugs, serving trays, kitchen towels, cloths and cups – everything with their

TUNTREET own design. Håvard Steinsholt, associate professor at the Department of Property and Law at NMBU, was also present with wooden spoons and other tools and things made by wood. There were also some international features with a stand offering traditional Korean food and handmade soap, made by one of our own students! If you wished for a break with a cup of coffee, you could stop by Madison’s Coffee Trolley, which could serve newly arrived coffee from farmers all over the world, and Nordic, handmade chocolate. Entertainment for the children and a show for the dog lovers The pergola was rigged as a stage. A lot of the entertainment for the day was aimed at the children. Brannbamsen Bjørnis came for a visit, and in the following hours you

could spot several fire constables with red helmets on their heads. For the younger ones, there was also a circus and a workshop with the talented Urban Circus, which appealed well to the audience. Follo Dog Club presented a dog show for people of all ages! You could also take a trip over to Søråsjordet and pick potatoes and follow the SmakÅs trail from the town center to Vitenparken to win great prizes and learn about agriculture, sustainability and locally produced food. You haven’t taken a trip to SmakÅs this year? You haven’t filled your stomach with good local food from Ås? SmakÅsJul 2021 will be held on Saturday, 4 December at 1015. Gather your collective or friend group and get a cozy start on your exam-period with some local food!

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We are stronger together: Student, use your right to vote! Amalie Pedersen Brønmo Translator

Hi first grader, hi you, in the back of the lecture on TikTok, and hi you who thinks the person responsible for your course is a complete fool. I’m sure you are aware that the student elections are happening this fall? Even for our generation of students, who get social media intravenously, read Tuntreet (at least) once a month and are checking Kjøp/salg/bytte NMBU every 10 seconds, it appears that several students haven’t heard about it. It is obvious, when the voter participation is 13.01%. For me, who works with student politics every day, full time, the impression is that many students don’t think politics concern them. I claim the opposite. Politics is everything. Anything from when the bus leaves to and from Ski, to how many hours you’re supposed to work for every credit, to the price of a wrap in the cafeteria of Bikuben. I think this half-hearted interest rather is because politics has become this big, vague thing, which students feel distanced from. Politics is something that happens kind of “over there”. But if there is one thing I have noticed after moving to Ås, it is that NMBU students have opinions. Involvement is the cornerstone of the universities, and the continuation of the good student environment, the flexible student life and the great facilities of NMBU are dependent on a strong student democracy. Democracy is the contribution, democracy is the key to a good functioning organization and trust, and democracy is the force of the majority. Because, there is power in numbers. The more students actively show that they agree to the cases we make, vote in the student elections and show up to the general faculty meetings, the easier it is for me as the leader of the Student Board to say directly to Curt that we need more study halls on campus, or to mayor Ola that the students clearly say no to the building of houses in Vollskogen.

November 17th is the day when the faculty assemblies are happening and that’s when the elections for male representatives for the faculty boards begin. This is your opportunity to take part in the student democracy, be active, and care about the things that happen around you. It is so incredibly important that we vote and participate, because, after all, it is our future we are voting for. You can either watch from the sideline and let others decide which way ahead NMBU is going to take, or you can take matters into your own hands and actively work to promote issues that will influence you and our shared future in a positive way. I know not everyone agrees that student politics and democracy is the sexiest thing there is. But think of how much we could achieve if we were to stand together, guys. Hugs and kisses from a very passionate Student Board leader <3 #majoritydecides

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Coitus. The magical act, the cause of hysteria, excitement, and shame for an entire population. Have no fear. Edna is here to guide you. I am a reborn witch, burned at the stake in 1430. Granddaughter of Aphrodite and cousin of Keanu Reeves. What do you want to know? Scan the QR-code to the right to enter the world of questions. Regarding girls wearing jeans with holes: how often do you think boys touch their thighs, inside their pants. Through the holes? - Tage

Hi, Tage. There are many different holes and many different pants. The holes can be in different places, and the pants can be worn by different girls. There are probably just as many questions as answers to your question. How often you want it to happen, can be your own fantasy. - Edna Where are the roughest orgies in Ås? - Fresh studentesses

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Hi, Sigurd. I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing stigma. Whether you should tell a girl that you are a virgin or not depends on how well you know each other, your relationship and your thoughts about the future of the relationship. If you want to build a relationship, it would be wise to be honest about your situation. Telling intimate things like this can help build trust, one of the fundamentals of a good relationship. Good luck with sex! Let it happen when it happens. - Edna How does a stoic have sex? - Confucius

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My girlfriend has been expressing a desire for me to leave her locked in a cage for extended periods of time, while I, for instance, go to school. I have no intention of taking part in this, as I am a firm believer of the right to free movement, and I also identify as a feminist. Should I break up? - Captain Hook Hi, Captain Hook. You are asking some important questions. To be together, you need to share some values. Only you can decide what values matter to you. Nevertheless, your partner can be both a feminist and a believer of the right to free movement, even though she wishes to be locked up in sexual settings. Our fantasies can be very contradictory to our daily routine. I recommend that you discuss these matters with your girlfriend before you make your decision. Dialogue is a true liberator, and a great path to shared understanding and a stable relationship. - Edna Do you know where they sell large dog cages that may even fit a human? - Curious Hi, Curious. The thought of asking an employee at a pet shop this question has crossed my mind before. I think I would have checked at Felleskjøpet. - Edna

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Two Beers with Bjørn-Eirik Roald Benjamin Alexander Faulkner Journalist and translator

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TWO BEERS Behind the scenes at any concert and event at Samfunnet, a team is working constantly to make it all work. On occasion, they might work continuously for over twelve hours. Bjørn-Eirik, the cable chieftain of the Sound Committee, has been hard at it, having provided excellent live sound quality for students for years. Two beers on the table, we’re comfortably seated at Klubben for a chat. The Basketball Boss In a parallel universe, he is probably running with the national basketball team. The Kongsberg-lad Bjørn-Eirik attended sports classes at school and was very involved in basketball for a while, but he explains that it might have been due to his considerable height back in the day. As soon as the others caught up with him, he immediately ceased playing, and made a transfer to international studies. A bearded man by 9th grade, he grew up, started getting drunk with the lads , living life as you do in Kongsberg. By the time he graduated, fate nudged him out of the door. But where to go? The Fish Tank It could have ended badly. He almost went to Trondheim to become a civil engineer, but a wise mother asked him to consider a few other alternatives before making his decision. Luckily, he looked in the

direction of Agrarian Metropole. “I just looked around the place. It was so spot on.” Interestingly enough, he found the place first, and then found something to study. The first year, he lived in the Fish Tank – a collective at Kringla, named that way due to the fact that everyone can see inside. He had not yet discovered the joys of contributing to Samfunnet, but this would change one day, as members of the collective went off on their own way. A new passion was at his doorstep. The month is January, and the year is 2016. Committee Nuisance Bjørn-Eirik’s earlier buddy, Adrian Skistad, recruited him to the Sound Committee, although he had earlier on applied to the Security Committee the previous autumn. He recalls never thinking that the Sound Committee would ever be such a major part of his life. “I guess it just worked,” he says. His passion grew, and he became one of the most annoying nuisances in the committee – a bug attaching himself on anything which might grant him some knowledge. Already a year after joining, he ran his first concert – a local singer solo with an acoustic guitar. He misses the Sunday concerts in Halvors Hybel. They were a source of consolation for hungover students.

Mixmaster Bjørn-Eirik works the mixing console on instinct. When mixing the audio for the UKE revue, the sound technician knows exactly what will happen on any moment. That’s how everything can happen so blazingly fast behind the console. He points out that mixing sound is utterly subjective. “One must pray to God that the audience likes it”. Most bands coordinate musical dynamics so that select instruments are easily heard through solo passages. However, if Bjørn-Eirik notices that the drummer is grooving like mad, he never hesitates to highlight it. The most important thing is to breathe life to the soundscape. A sound technician can make a bad concert better, but can also make a good concert worse. Favorite concert He points out that it is always the last concert that stays on your mind. But he specifically remembers the concert by the pop artist Sondre Justad who had just made it to the radio. Sondre was not as confident back then. He played in Festsalen at the same time that Lars Vaular played in Aud.Max., so he thought no one would come. Bjørn-Eirik remembers telling Sondre that people were queuing up to watch him, but Sondre just laughed it off. A few years later, it was Sondre performing in Aud.Max.

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TWO BEERS Blacklisted artists Artists enjoy playing here at the Agrarian Metropole, as the audience is always on top: blind drunk, in good spirits and enjoying everything moving on stage. Bjørn-Eirik emphasizes the good people in the industry too, but there have been a few bad apples. He will not mention any names, but there were two bands supposed to roll onto the stage, one after the other. The process was a little chaotic, and a member of the band yelled madly at the sound crew to such a degree that the rest of the band had to apologize on his behalf. The band is now blacklisted, never allowed to return to Samfunnet. The Sultan of Swing Bjørn-Eirik does not work with sound all the time. Now and then, he has time to dance swing. In Swingklubben Snurrebass, he has met good people, not to mention his “much better half”. Swing is something you can dance, either alone, or at parties – and Ås is the place where you dance even to heavy metal. He presided over the mixing console at the Big Band Gala last Saturday, but he had promised his lady a dance. It is confirmed that he danced at least half the night while I, working the same night by chance, watched the consoles for him. If you were impressed by how the dancers never bumped into each other, Bjørn-

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Eirik reveals that they have had courses in how to dance in close quarters – an art in itself. A majestic mosh pit. Professor B.C. Brick Now in advanced age, he’s letting in some more space for others at the committee. However, it has become part of his identity. When leaving Ås, you have to cut off parts of yourself. Nevertheless, he has decided to take a PhD, so he has “delayed judgement”, as he so fatalistically calls it. For his PhD, he is working on remote sensing – a perplexing process of, example, hyperspectral analysis. This way, you can find chemical compositions just be observing the spectral data provided by camera. Bjørn-Eirik is working on working with burnt clay bricks , an idea he conceived alongside his supervisors. If a building is to be demolished, you could in theory measure the integrity of the brickwork to gauge whether or not you can save it for future building projects. Samfunnet – an ideal society? “When people ask me how it’s going, I reply: ask me again in three years”, is something Bjørn-Eirik usually says. He hardly knows anyone who is a student at Ås and hasn’t gone through some form of shit, but he sees that people are supported by their fellow students and friends. To

Bjørn-Eirik, the spirit of Ås is about inclusion. Social associations, academic associations, committees: they all want people, because they need people. At Ås, it isn’t hard to feel a sense of personal value and equality, whether one studies Economics and Administration or Landscape Architecture . Ås enjoys the positive effect of janteloven. In effect, no one is any better than the other. On the other hand, you will never survive socially at Ås if you are an altogether rude and unpleasant person. You could get away with it in Oslo, because you can fling shit towards people and never meet them again. At Ås, the security guard whose mother you just called a flabby fish might be the person you have to work with on a group project the next day. It is almost an ideal society, Bjørn-Eirik says, contemplating his can of bayer ale. Beards are underestimated Before the last sip, Bjørn-Eirik advises new students to not be afraid of saying yes. “You’ve got lots of time”, he says. New students should never feel bad about mistakes, either they’ve joined an association or committee or whatever. There will always be something which suits you, and if it takes a few mistakes to find it, that’s not wrong at all. Just enjoy the moment. And crumbs left in your moustache are good: “Beards are underestimated.”

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Greetings for Bjørn-Eirik Dear, sweet, annoying, considerate, happy and bothersome Bjørnis! The first time I met Bjørn-Eirik, I had a beard. He did not. It’s been the other way around, lately. Bjørn-Eirik is a bloke with a lot of energy, tall ambitions, a total lack of self-maintenance and near constant verbal diarhhea. In other words: this man must be stopped! I think the only thing worse for Bjørn-Eirik than boredom is to be alone. One summer, he was alone in what he called an eternity, otherwise known as a week. Later on, he was so clingy that friends and acquaintances discussed a shift-based watch. There was this one time when we watched Grey’s Anatomy for seven hours. I don’t like Grey’s Anatomy! Fortunately, I like Bjørn-Eirik. He is funny, weird, smart, kind, and a good friend. He is also annoying, easily frightened and has an ego that you should never ever feed. Who can resist such balance? Prickly hugs Anne Gladsø Wibe

No you’ve finally gotten the attention you deserve in Tuntreet. We are delighted that you, as our Bjørn-Eirik, can be a mascott for the technicians at Samfunnet, like Bjørnis is for the fire department. We extinguish fires, fix the unbeliveable, and everyone wants us on calendars. Nah, or yeah (nah). After many years as a Second-inCommand in the Sound Committee, we finally got you upgraded to Chief of Committee in 2020. You’ve done a great job, even though we shout, fight and cuddle. Your time as chief is at an end, but the technical department won’t be the same without you. And we don’t think we’ll be without you completely in the future. We look forward to see you again when you complete your PhD (together with your kids, who’ll probably start here as you go away). Lots of tough love from those you hate and love the most <3 - Fredrik, Ida and Julie + the rest of the technical department at Samfunnet i Ås.

It’s hard to describe Bjørnis with few words, but you notice his presence in the room, so to speak. It’s impossible to equal his loud verbal diarrhea. During his infancy at Ås, he had a strong liking for tequila, but luckily, he has matured. The babyface shotting low-cost tequila has developed into a bearded chap mixing his own drinks (although drinking a Smirnoff from time to time). After a few drinks, a (loud) sing-song, rapid swaying and falling into deep sleep at the nach, his festive evening is complete. What makes him so damn annoying is what makes him amusing. We are constantly surprised by his good grades. During exam preparations, he just spends his time on YouTube or on his way to the shop or Babylon. Bjørnis is high-maintenance and has an extreme capacity to buying stupid, overpriced thingies we’ve never heard of which he doesn’t need. But one thing is certain: we all need Bjørnis in our lives! <3 Reserved and loving regards from Bagge, Flabben and Heidi

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Åsblæst’n makes an impression Arthur Devold Journalist

Sofie Palmstrøm Translator

It is a well-known phenomenon that some revues are best enjoyed after a glass or ten of good will. However, with their enthusiasm, humour, and an amazing band, Åsblæst’n delivers good, funny skits of high quality that are outstanding on their own. Even long before the show starts the room is so packed that people nearly fall through the windows of Festsalen at Samfunnet. The seats are taken as fast as the need for airing grows stronger. Postion Whores and Dramatic Confrontations The skits are highly praised by the audience, for good reasons. They are a hit by being relevant and exaggerating well-known phenomena. The skit about the guy who became a whore for positions just because he could not handle the silence after the question “Can anyone take this position?” is very original. The revue kicks it here and there as it should. Among the best skits we have the two sad veterinarians who sing about how there are other people in Bikuben to the melody of “be-sad song” in Karius and Baktus. A dramatic confrontation between the previous and current NMBU-rector is also good humour with a message. The Difficult Combination When this cocktail of good points and quality humour is mixed correctly the revue is at its best and serves as a role model for all revues to come.

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The difficult combination of humour and meaning is present in everything, from a way too advanced slam poetry about the Ås-bubble to literal jokes about the oil minister greasing Norway’s relations to foreign countries. Simplicity is the Ultimate Sophistication At times, the good points are presented without too much humour. A debate where Erna Solberg and Jonas Gahr Støre agree on everything is a little long. The skit has a good point, but not much else. Luckily, it saves itself with some overdramatization as the two throw themselves into each other’s arms in what becomes a pretty hot ending to the skit. Even though it is nice when humour and message are combined, everything does not necessarily need to have an underlying meaning. Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication; at least this seems to be the case when the Blæsterners throw their clothes to a grand applause. The Band Lifts the Atmosphere While the actors are entertaining with great enthusiasm on stage, there are someone further back in the setting who deserve recognition as well. The band definitely strengthens the atmosphere in the room and the quality on stage. The audience were warned in advance to close their eyes if they saw anything they did not like. Luckily this never felt necessary, because the show was really great!

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Personals We have emptied the mailbox from the Bodega, and we finally have our dividend. Whether all these personals are legit, we will never know, but if one piques your interest, you can contact us via email at tuntreet@samunnetiaas.no to get more information about the person hiding behind the ticket. Maybe it even becomes something more?

Can you: Fix cars Mend electronics Thank other people? Do you need someone to: Brew beer Bake LOL bread Fight Play the flute Ticket We are perfect, together in an apocalypse Looking for friends =) I am possibly the funniest person you know. I am also interested in finding a significant other :P :P :P :P Ticket 1 You are my wine I have had four beers Such things make a mess But maybe it is all right, If you become mine Ticket 4

I am looking for a woman with the diet of a rabbit, loves everything green and the Q-meieri brand. Hates the bodega and football. Must be a Manchester fan. Ticket 6

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I push for a noconfidence motion against you as a friend The position is not right for you Let´s explore others in my bed Ticket 1814

Hey! I need to practice shooting. Do you have time and a gun? Ticket 2

Hello! I am writing to you single and searching people, to motivate you to find the one <3 I found the one in my collective, and I am no Henry Cavill, anyone can do it. Just go for it, you are going to regret it if you don’t! I swear. I was single for many years, lol. The worst that can happen is getting rejected, but in this school, there is someone for everyone.

I want to get to know a short, skinny blonde with big titties Beautiful Ticket 5

A spicy Italian. Likes long walks outside in nature. Contact me Ticket 7

Cute farmerette looking for handsome individual with roughly 69 acres of land and who is able to tame at least three bulls Ticket 69,669

Woman searching for knitting needles, yarn and chocolate, also a cat. Breed not important, needle size 3,5. Ticket 15735 Looking for drinking buddies who take initiative =)) Ticket 3

Hey! Looking for someone smart, not taken, pretty, muscular, not a cheater, can act like a normal person, can deal with mental issues, handsome and who likes dogs!! Ticket 8

Do you want more Miranda in your life? Contact me. Ticket 9

Looking for: Girl inheriting a farm Can: maintain the forest Ticket 12

TUNTREET Hey Do you like reptiles and Steve Irwin, or maybe you are Steve Irwin! Hit me up! We can go to Australia and catch crocodiles together! Ticket 11 Hei, my name is Cia, and I love to drink some beer and have fun. Just contact me I’m kind. <3<3<3 Love to Date Bill.mrk 14

Merry trønder who won’t shut up looking for good company and an afterparty. Ticket 21

Woman 29 searching for contact with holy spirits and remedies. Have gotten too little from God and alcohol lately. If you want to be my Jesus, I can drink your blood. Ticket #Praise #Blessed Looking for a girl who is actively doing a sport does not matter which one but ideally endurance Anders 22 Me: Down to earth, Sexy and funny You: Cocky, handsome, tall, funny Ticket 16

Hello hello! I am an Ås student hoping to meet another immersed student! I have time to meet up every second Thursday, hope that works for you as well ;) If not, I can move my calendar around, but I will need a three-week notice. <3 Ticket 24

Good evening My name is Matthias. I am looking for a girl inheriting a farm. I like to play the guitar, and to dance. If you are a cute girl and looking for someone like me. Ticket 18

Hello, my name is Sanna! I am a charming girl from Trøndelag looking for a person who is kind and good to talk to. *Cough cough* LGBTQ *Cough cough* I like going on walks and to watch cozy Netflix content. Hit me up! Bye for now! -Sanna <3 Ticket 19

Currently in Austria. Looking for my knight in shining armor. Sledding makes me happy. 26 years old. Girl. A smile is never far away. Ticket 22

I am not really looking for anyone. I am a newly single lady, not looking for someone to move in with. Go ahead if you dare, girls just wanna have fun. Ticket 15

Nice and Cute Ticket 17

Girl 23 looking for casual fun. I am very open-minded XOXO

You: Spontaneous, stunning!! Intelligent, fashionable! Delightful Me: outgoing, sk8rboi, funny, good guy Ticket 10

I’m David I came from Spain. As every Spanish I really like partying. I’m here tooking for it!! Every second I’m waiting I’m not with you, maiting.. Bill.mrk 13

Hey! I am Mats, let us go to revues at Samfunnet together. I do however not speak Norwegian, but German ;) Ticket 25

Hello! We are looking for friends! Nothing romantic, just fucking around Greetings from a baldie and a blondie Ticket 20

Hey! My name is Erlend. I really like to dance! Looking for a dancing partner. NB! Has to be a man. Ticket 23

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Working Class Confections

While on a cabin trip, Tuntreet tested Freia’s well known confectionery bag. Despite Twist being wrapped in one too many layers of plastic, we feel fancy; this is real cheese tasting on a student level! We get started, in alphabetical order, and first up is the banana candy.

Iris van Brunschot Journalist

MOST UNWANTED TWIST!

Tord Kristian F. Andersen Photographer

Sofie Palmstrøm Translator

Tuntreet staff Collaborators

1. Banan: Yuck A whopping 33.3% of the participants (4/12) think that Banana is the worst Twist. Several testers comment that it tastes like a visit to the dentist, while others get associations to snail slime. “It’s an anti-climax After eight!”, Lina declares, and others nod in agreement. This is probably the Twist that is usually left in the bowl at grandma’s and is only for the bravest and most desperate souls.

3. Côte d’Or Chokotoff: JOURNALIST INJURED, CONSUME AT OWN RISK* It was hard work to split these beasts, which is reflected in the tasting. The molars are working persistently, and several testers complain about sore jaws. This chocolate can be given to firstgraders who want to get rid of their baby teeth. What is positive is that you get to enjoy the candy for a long time, and with an aftertaste of matured chocolate at least the banana taste is gone.

5. Daim: Dentists’ Worst Nightmare Daim is good for the mood, but highly damaging for the teeth. The testers comment that the candy tastes burnt, and it gets compared to a flame that leaves behind a layer of ash on the teeth. In addition, Daim is a separate brand, so several testers question why it is even in the Twist bag at all.

2. Caramel: Degraded smil Caramel seeps out, and the majority agrees that it does not look very tempting. The chocolate may resemble Smil (a Norwegian chocolate), but was unable to make the testers smile. It tastes too sugary, and Smil’s rich caramel is replaced with watered out goop. Sofie thinks it lacks a little salt, and Pauline says with an anguished face that the banana taste still lingers from the previous taste test. It is time to move on.

4. Cocos: Mediocre Mini-Bounty More testers like this fibre-rich rascal. The dietary fibre of the coconut is helpful for digestion, and it has a pleasant texture. While some daydream about piña colada and white sandy beaches, others are more sceptical. Several testers think that the texture is like condensed hay and emphasize that chocolate is not meant to be ruminated. All things considered, this piece of candy creates a neutral sentiment; it is quite ok.

6. Eclairs: Removes the Daim Leftovers The caramel toffee’s true purpose becomes clear when the Twist is eaten in alphabetical order. After the dentist’s nightmare, this must be the dentist’s dream, right? At least it pulls out ALL the Daim-leftovers from the teeth, and we are left with clean (perhaps even high-pressure hosed) dentures (without fillings).

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7. Fransk nougat: The Great Revolution? The design of this candy is revolutionary to say the least; it reminds us of the French Revolution which took place in the late 1800’s. “A history book from France”, one suggests. “A French person wrapped in chocolate”, another one announces. But what about the taste? Is this the most underestimated piece of candy? The testers can at least agree that French Nougat is a journey through time and space.

MOST EXCLUSIVE! 9. Japp: Silky Ice Cream or HalfChewed Gum? Some testers think that this chocolate slowly dissolves into a soggy piece of chewing gum. They are tormented by having to swallow a half-chewed gum at the end. Others are reminded of silkysmooth ice cream when the Japp touches the taste buds. However, the general response is mediocre. “It is simply Japp, you get what you expect”.

11. Marsipan: An Exclusive Experience Good in small portions, so it is a good idea to divide it. It is an old classic, and therefore becomes an exclusive experience. The candy can resemble a marzipan pig and is well suited for Christmas/Easter. All in all, it has earned a thumbs up.

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8. Golden Toffee: Kinda Like Brunost “This is one of the Twist chocolates that I always grab for, but is always duller than anticipated”, Lina says. It is a general agreement that Golden Toffee is an upgrade from Caramel’s sticky filling, and it is a clear plus that it does not get stuck in the teeth. Nevertheless, people are shaking their heads when offered the last piece; are people starting to get sick, or is this golden jewel simply disappointing its audience?

10. Lakris: Love or Hate This means war. It is a love-or-hate, pineapple-on-pizza kind of vibe. Many people love this little snack, the rest hate this plastic figure. But one thing needs to be said. It was real liquorice in 1957, and it is real liquorice all the way through 2021.

A Journey from B to N After 13 different candy bites of varying taste, many of Tuntreet’s brave testers look a bit sick. We must admit that we are glad the candy bag stopped at N and did not continue all the way to Z. Our alphabetical Twist-journey did appear to be strategic, as the banana taste quickly disappeared, we got some fibre from Cocos in the middle, and Eclairs removed the Daim-leftovers from our teeth. Still, we conclude that Twist is at its best in a bowl at grandma’s living room table. There, the candy can lay and appear tempting while you can pick just the piece you desire (NB! For safety reasons, we recommend avoiding Banan). Enjoy! *No journalists were actually harmed in this survey **Possibly apart from those traumatized by the Banana Twist

12.Nougatcrisp: Tongue Fireworks This tasty piece of candy is many testers’ favourite. With its crispy grains it has both a nice texture and good flavour. Four of the testers say that their favourite is Nougatcrisp (33.3%), and it creates “fireworks on the tongue”. We are ready to party!

13. Nøtti: Boticelli’s Birth of Venus The party is slowed down a little by what can be compared to Boticelli’s artwork The Birth of Venus. In the painting the goddess Venus is standing in a clam shell floating in the sea. We see the resemblance in the hazelnut floating in a sea of caramel. Even if it is an upgrade from Caramel without nuts, it is a meagre ending to our alphabetical journey though the Twist’s candy bag. Edition 09 Volume 76 39

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11 AT THE HALLOWEEN PARTY Sofie Bergset Janols Journalist

Margreta Brunborg Fotographer

Woohoo! October 27th was the day of the Halloween party at Samfunnet. One of the highlights of the year was quickly sold out, and the previous days and hours led to much activity at the Kjøp/salg/bytte Samfunnet group. We talked to a few of the lucky ones who got a ticket, and asked them the following:

Amalie Pedersen Brønmo Translator

1. Name and study 2. What are you? 3. Why?

1. Martine Maria Storvestre, Biology 2. year 2. Court jester 3. “Because you are a journalist”

Court jester Martine, together with the devils Karoline and Thea

1. Emilie Aaen, Real Estate 1. year 2. Gaus Dal 3. Our friend group looked for a cool trio to dress up as. The choice fell on Brødrene Dal.

1. Anonymous, unknown 2. 2 things: Chicken with a mask and angel without a mask (“I’m not an angel though”) 3. Had the costume laying around, hasn’t been used in 3 years

The communication with Anonymous took place via Snapchat

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1. Knut, Gudmund and Abinash, Construction Technology and Architecture 2. year 2. Beagle Boys 3. “Because we’re the fricking boys”

Construction squad

1. Mari Ausand Braaten, Biology 2. Year 2. Supergirl/-woman 3. Because it’s fun and it represents female role models

1. Karl Ove Tvete Outfield Services, Natural Resource Management 4. year 2. Oslolosen 3. Was force-fed NRK as a child

1. Elias Hagen Henriksen, Real Estate 3. year 2. Bananas in Pajamas 3. A result of a drunk week in Grimstad, and that he had to take a certain Lars down a notch

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By the decade: the 10s Following the turbulent beginning of a new millennium, for both the layout and content, we have finally arrived in the 2010s. A pendulum decade. Where there is a reaction, there is a counter-reaction. For every editor who wishes to make a change, another will want to do the exact opposite. When someone aims to do something properly, someone else will want to do it in a silly manner. Let us have a closer look.

The Tuntre Magazine In the last edition, I mentioned how Tuntreet began to look more like a magazine throughout the 2000s. This becomes more and more pronounced in the 10s. In the first edition of 2011, the layout is changed once again. This time, it is evident that inspiration is taken from Dagbladet’s Magasinet. Later, in 2014, they grab their inspiration from A-magasinet. Associations Early in the 10s, the university was in a period of growth. The only associations back then were exclusive organizations and choirs. A minority of the student mass was admitted to these associations. In addition, the associations focused on niches that were not all that interesting to everyone. Åse Lund Bøe, editor for 12/13, remembers it all being a bit barring. That is why she was part of founding Koneklubben Freidig back in 2012. The spring of 2013, there was a lot of focus on the associations, both new and old. Yes, there is no getting around the fact that the associations took up a lot of room back then, both in Tuntreet and elsewhere. Social Media There was a period of time where Tuntreet felt a bit like a “party report”. Therefore, there were made more and more efforts into making the magazine feel more professional. The party content found its way to the internet and social media instead. Facebook and Instagram made their appearance, and Tuntreet was present on both, of course. Tuntreet even started including Instagram posts with #tuntreet in the magazine (you can still use this tag!). A Three-Part Magazine While talking about making the magazine more professional, it is worth mentioning that in 2014 they introduced a three-part 42 Edition 09 Volume 76

sectioning of the magazine. These three sections were Focus, Culture and Society. Focus can be compared with the old, themed editions of the 80s, but took up a smaller part of the magazine. Culture discussed the more cultural parts of Samfunnet, like revue reviews. Society is described by editor at the time, Tord Eirik Feldt Enger, as “old Tuntreet”, in other words what Tuntreet had been like until the new structure was introduced. Back then, the layout was minimal, with lots of space given to large pictures. History In 2014, Samfunnet was 150 years old. For the occasion, a second volume of “Åsstudents through 100 years” was released, called “Ås-students through 150 years”. At

Tord Kristian F. Andersen Journalist Alexander Mæland Munkejord Translator

the time of this publication, several historical articles and timelines got included in Tuntreet. Furthermore, Tuntreet celebrated its 70-year anniversary in 2016, and the history of Tuntreet itself was given more attention. “From the archive”, which used to only be seen from time to time, became a more or less fixed feature for a period. A More Silly Magazine The sectioning is removed in 2016, and a lot of the seriousness disappears. That is not to say that the content from the sections disappears, but it gets more randomly distributed. In many ways, it was a way to make the magazine feel more casual. The large pictures still remain, but other than that the layout changes a lot; from the stylish look to something more playful. What used

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to be considered a pretty serious magazine has now become a mix of the serious and the super silly. It did face some criticism at times, which was countered with an edition of Tun & Tre (read more in TT04). An Ås-Magazine for Åslings! Among the most notable changes of this decade is the coverage being more about the internal happenings rather than the outside. With the internet it is possible to reach more people, even outside of Ås, about whatever you are passionate about. This challenged Tuntreet’s role in the student involvement. Julie Westergaard Karlsen, editor in 2018, tells us that this can explain all the Ås-specific content. This made it possible to narrow down the November 2013, this time with some structural changes and with VET on board. The Student Board was renamed the Working Committee of the Student Parliament (AU). However, the students themselves rarely participated in the student politics debates. In broader context , it’s worth mentioning that the climate debate would occupy the students on a large scale. For the time being, without “vegetarian norm“ at Samfunnet.

scope of things, and rather be a fun source of entertainment at the reading halls. As written in Lars Raaen’s candidacy before he was elected editor in the spring of 2015: “In the coming year, the magazine will be an Organ for Studentsamfunnet in Ås and not a university newspaper!” Fixed Features The “Clubs and associations-column” becomes more of a general submission column, but due to an overwhelming amount of association-talk it is renamed to “association-talk” in 2015. Erotic short stories become a regular feature, which even today reappear regularly. In 2017, TT-tabu sees the light of day. This is a feature that takes up several pages, diving into subjects that are not spoken about a lot, but people may think about in their lives. TT-tabu was featured regularly until 2020, but has since showed up a little less often. (Student) Politics A lot of student politics were discussed. Short reports from the Student Parliament meetings were presented more than they used to. The Student Democracy was closed down and re-founded on the same night in

English Edition Earlier, shorter versions of articles were translated and published on separate pages. Some journalists even wrote in English. By the end of the decade, all of this is improved upon, heavily. The fall of 2017 witnessed a pilot project: the translation of the entire magazine. Managing editor back then, Margit Fausko, remembers the first time this was done, and how the layout-weekend was a long-lasting event. After the layout for the Norwegian edition was finished, all text had to be replaced with the translation. They stayed up until 7 in the morning before they could submit both versions for printing. Since then, the English edition has been pieced together the day after. The pilot was a success, Tuntreet got more support from NMBU, and since 2018 every edition of Tuntreet has been translated.

And with that, we have made our way through the entirety of Tuntreet’s history. We are only two years into the current decade, so one might suggest that there is no reason to cover these years. I am going to cover this last part anyways: The history of Tuntreet during Corona. Tune in next time, for the last time. Edition 09 Volume 76 43

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Tun and Things The Barn Party A permanent tradition at the Veterinary college was arranged for the first time in Ås. The barn party was initially celebrated, as the name implies, in the barn, but as the party grew, it was expanded to a large tent in front of the main building at Adamstuen. The purpose of the party was to gather students, workers, and teachers. The dinner was the same as it has been all the previous years, rømmegrøt (sour cream porridge) and cured meats with beer and aquavit.

Simen W. Tangen Journalist

Margreta Brunborg Photographer

Sofie Bergset Janols Journalist

Angelique Rein Translator

Three 10-year anniversaries Many associations were formed in 2011. BB-cowboys celebrated their 10th anniversary on October 5th. Collegium Alfa celebrated its 10th anniversary on October 10th and has an anniversary revue on November 12th. Gents Academy turns 10 years old as an association today, November 11th. Screenshot from Student Parliament’s Facebook page

New university board representatives Autumn is the time for the election of new male university board representatives. We congratulate Eivind Bækken Toft as the new lead representative and Wilhelm Anthun as deputy.

Light marking demonstration for COP26 November 6th was the official Global Day of Action, with activists around the world marching for climate justice. On this occasion, Changemaker Ås, the Nature Conservation Students NMBU, Ås Green Students, Extinction Rebellion Ås, Spire Ås and the Red Party Ås student team arranged torchlight processions in Ås. Around 50 people gathered from Aud.Max to Rådhusplassen with torches, banners, and music.

The Cadaver Race 2021 True to tradition, the “Kadaverløpet” (Cadaver Race) was held on the first Saturday in November. The orienteering race has been held every year since 1958, and this is year number 64 in a row. The participants are transported to a secret place in Follo’s forests, and from there they must find their way back to Ås on their own. This year’s winner was Ivar Aukrust Osmoen, with a time of 3 hours, 18 minutes and 4 seconds. Screenshot from NMBUI’s Orienteering Facebook page

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«Wolves of Eternity»

PRIESTLY THOUGHTS

Sunday 7th of November, we celebrate All Saint’ Day masses in churches all over the country. This is a celebration of those who has gone forward to somethingTUNTREET completely different. It is a marking of the Christian hope. The hope that says that one day, God will be and become everything in everyone. At the same time, we say the names of those who passed away in the year that has passed. We mourn that they no longer are here. And remember the good they have done and what they have meant to us. The writer from Tromøy has released a new book. This time different to My struggle which came in six comprehensive volumes. Karl Ove Knausgård’s book is called Ulvene fra evighetens skog (The wolves from the wood of eternity) and contains reflections of death and eternity. There are no wolves in the book. Maybe it is us who are both wolf-like and at the same time is a creature of eternity. What is death? Where are the dead? What is living? What is dying? A quote from the bible on the cover sets the tone: he shall wipe away every tear from their eyes; and death shall be no more; neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain, any more: the first things are passed away (Book of revelation). The orthodox mystical theology, as emphasized by Tolstoy and Dostoyevsky, also has its place. Knausgård believes that the language and the story of regular people living ordinary lives also can go beyond themselves. At the same time, we hear of ideas which tear down our own ordinary notions. Who am I? Where do I come from? Where do I go? Hans Børli and Knausgård are relatives. Read the poem: But dream your dream But dream your dream. It is the only thing which can shield your eyes from far too naked sights. The dream is blooming heath that hides death’s carvings on the bedrock of your mind. Sigurd Andreas Bakke, student priest NMBU Ingrid U. Øygard NMBU and Sigurd A. Bakke are the student priests. Their office is in the basement of Urbygningen. They are available if you need someone to talk to, seek advice or have a discussion. The office is open on Wednesdays from 11:00 to 15:00, but also available other days. Appointments are made through: io484@kirken. no , 95919318 eller Sigurd: sigurd.a.bakke@nmbu. no , 99015790

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The Office Hello again! November has now arrived, and we are finally done with the scary Halloween celebration which took place at Samfunnet.

The preparations for UKA i Ås continue and the entire UKE-organisation with its committee heads has been on a KS trip—a weekend away to get to know each other better and build good relations, to be precise. The revue squad is off to a good start with having actor, band, dancer, and writer auditions. Additionally, we are looking for second-in-commands and clerks who can be ready to put in an effort before miniUKA. Would you like to contribute to shaping UKA i Ås, then do not hesitate, everyone can apply here! The Business Committee is leaving behind a well-executed Career Day and has already started planning the Business Day this coming spring. We are really looking forward to an in-person career fair again! We hope the students are just as ready as

we are to fill Aud.Max to the brim with businesses, hosts, students, and merch! Additionally, since the last issue, three new board members were elected at the General Assembly, and they are now well underway with the overlaps and becoming familiar with the tasks of the Business Committee. The end of October indicates that Samfunnet has entered this year’s last month of operation. The semester might be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean that we’re getting lazy. In November, the Gala with Storbandet (the Student Big Band), several intimate gigs, association revues, interesting Tirsdagspåfyll (Tuesday top-ups), and lots and lots more. Take note of the events you want to attend and start looking forward to them! Lately, the board of Samfunnet has spent much of their time planning the Studentsamfunnets General Assembly. The head of administration, Trude, has done

a wonderful job organising a successful GA. We are really looking forward to getting to know the newly elected board members of Samfunnet!

Jørgen Bonden UKEsjef for UKA i Ås 2022 Michelle Seigerud Leder av Næringslivsutvalget ved NMBU Hedda Mejlænder-Larsen Leder av Samfunnet

Student Things Darkness descends upon the agricultural metropolis, and we have darker times ahead. Nevertheless, the Student Democracy is still going strong, and the excitement is building now that the Student Parliament season is coming to an end. The 25 great Student Parliament representatives got to work on several large and exciting issues at Student Parliament 5. We approved the allocation of autumn’s welfare funds, so teams and associations get funds for operations and activities. What’s more, the contents of the students’ consultation response about the semester structure change project were adopted, and the consultation response itself has now been submitted to the working group. The consultation response can be read at studentdemokratiet.no. The Student Parliament also received a new program of principles, a resolution to preserve Vollskogen below Pentagon, and a resolution to introduce “Student Advocacy Seminars” in collaboration with SAIH at NMBU. We at AU are very much looking forward to following up on these important issues in the time ahead! The last Student Parliament of the semester and the year is Monday November 8th in TU101. Remember! All students at NMBU have the right to speak and make proposals. Otherwise, AU has been out and about, when we represented NMBU

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at the Norwegian Student Organization’s autumn conference in Bergen. Together with 100 representatives from universities and colleges from all over Norway, we talked about how a new government, state budget, student support and decentralization in education will affect our lives as students. Feel free to follow us on Facebook and on Instagram! There are regular competitions, info about exciting elections, and fun memes to check out. And again, remember the door to U118 and our extremely cozy AUoffice on the first floor of Ur. Otherwise, do not hesitate to get in touch. Student democracy is for everyone! “Kos” and hugs <3

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Chairman’s Column For SiÅs, student health is important, and we have devoted a separate part to this team in our overall strategy. As part of student health, taking care of students’ mental health is an important part of what we work with. On this occasion, we have now adopted a new action plan for mental health and welfare for 2021-2023. The goal is to strengthen student welfare services and improve the psychosocial conditions surrounding their everyday lives. We have chosen three priority areas for the plan period: student health, wellbeing and involvement; structures for good welfare services; and students’ safety during their studies. These are areas we will work continuously to strengthen and improve.

I would also like to take this opportunity to address some operational issues that have arisen this semester. This autumn, the canteen offer has unfortunately not been perfect. This is a consequence of the fact that there has been a lack of staffing in the kitchen after the reopening of society. Among other things, the lack of chefs is a problem that the whole country has experienced, and this has meant that the hiring process has taken longer than desired. We have therefore not been able to keep all our dining areas on campus open. We have prioritized keeping the canteens at Bikuben and Sørhellinga running. We have now begun to put in place the staffing we need, and we aim to start full operation in

January. We apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused everyone. We look forward to having a comprehensive offer in place again in the new year. Chairman of SiÅs, Selma Sollihagen

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Skaal FFD! Skaal Skriver! Skaal $paregris! Skaal Hunkatter! Skaal Qlturelle samt Xklusive! Skaal Pusekatter! Skaal Tora samt Thorvald! The last Month of Autumn has entered the Agrar, now it is time to look ahead, and be aware of the Danger of Frost With Scarf, Hat and Mittens on Paws, we can finally travel to the Border and fill up our Quota Skaal for liquoring dark Autumn evenings! For November to not be too heavy we must remember that We are still young. With Den X-Clusive Stiftelse PB on a Night of Poker, could some gather their Will to Live. Even though for some it sounds like a Coughing Contest, did some Katter take a great Leap!

Lots of fun has happened as of late Apart from that one hemorroid The TV fundraiser earned a lot And UKA met the girls in blue The Halloween party was popular But not among the veterinaries Because they needed care After the after party in Skogveien   The Aquavit was matured over Skogsdammen It was that which made the flame burn The barn party was complete wild west As the vetrinary students are not like most people Fornem After is completed once again PB gave us a nice present We thank them for a great night It was very Qulturell

Now we are at the GA in Aud.Max. Like some happy bunnies Because our Firstlady Nora has won The Business Committee’s new leader is Skaal for Games of Luck in Gamblers Casino! found!

Collegium Alfa is on it! During the last few weeks, we, Collegium Alfa, have been through a period of revue in order to make a thundering jubilee revue for you. We really believe that this will be a revue you wouldn’t want to miss. This autumn has offered revues galore, and now we have the honour of finishing off an amazing revue autumn. In addition to the revue on Friday the 13th of November, we are having our 10-year anniversary on Saturday the 13th of November. It will be a celebration filled to the rim with games, speeches, laughter, and good vibes. Thus, November will offer antics and fun on our part. Additionally, we want to wish all students good luck with studying for their exams which are soon coming up. You can do it! And with all that said, we look forward to seeing you revue-ready in Aud.Max, 12th of November!

Now we are looking forward to Samfundets Forfatterfrøken Grand Prix, to enter the stage and let loose! Maybe we too can Swing our Tails, and take with us the sought-after Trophy? Thomas’ corner of poetry Skaal for letting it Swing throughout the Night! Qlturell Greeting PR Nina, Gambler Tiril, Rimsmed Helene, Pusekatt Birte and Pusekatt Aurora.

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My body no longer tires from laughing But rather from loving Love is general waste I forgot to put the trash bin outside The waste van has driven by And I’ve thrown away lots of food waste With shrimp

I look for my hat It is usually always by the door But I cannot find it Is it at your place? No because I went to a hat party And someone showed up without a hat And my hat They have since had And my home but with whom?

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Dear fellow students at the Agrarian Metropole, Lately, it has been an eventful time for Gents Academy. Although we are in darker times, we have had a few highlights. Among other things, we have had the grand and proud honour of having our own Lord Grand Herald, Harald Vie Pettersen, elected into the board of Samfunnet as the Head of Marketing. We are sure he will do a wonderful job in his new position at Samfunnet!

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Sit tight Lift your gaze Ø-eyes are glistening Yeah, it’s time for sløyfetur again! Festivities are bubling Erratic girls Trips they go on Uncountable memories Raving laughter

NMBU had a target: the share of female professors being 30% before 2020. The target was not met, and NMBU (and NTNU) came last in terms of share of female professors (only 26%), meaning that about 3 out of 4 professors at NMBU and NTNU are men! And this is despite the education gap between women and men continuing to increase - in favour of women.

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Since the last time, we have had a viewing of the movie Sameblod, an impactful movie about the racism towards Sámi people in Sweden during the 1930s. And next week, Monday November 15th, we are having yet another feminist hand-embroidery workshop!

We have also, at several occasions, found great joy in enjoying the presence of a few other associations during these past weeks. Both at the vaccine party with Collegium Alfa and at the Halloween party with Koneklubben Freidig, have the Gentlemen had the opportunity to exchange their usual gear with an immense variety of other costumes.

A greeting in solidarity, Ås Feministiske Studenter

Last but not least, the association is looking forward to the 10-year anniversary this November. The event will be celebrated in a grand and elegant manner by our current Gentlemen, in the great company of Gents of Honours, and other invited from the Agrarian Metropole. Gents Academy v/ Lord Ambassador

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