The Bucks Student: Edition 98

Awards season is here!

Jess

Bradbury Shelby

Swafford Janet

Gladstone Tamsin

Grainger Tash Neal Tom Featherstone Sophia Potter Amy

Bucks Stands Together

Conroy Joseph

Davies Emma

Austen Joshua

Davies Javi

Ingram Theo

Ellis Jasmine

Seah Paige

Ashraff Jo

Binnie Bobby

Alonso Tristan Owen Casey

Peters Jill

Tipping Joe

Rolls Jenny

Roots Charlotte

Newton Phil

Wood Jamie Alexander Kira Carter Nikki Littleboy Amy Lawrence Martina Ponitinova Liah

Livingstone Fergus Dyer Nellie

A farewell from Tamsin

May 2021 - Edition 98

Barber Kelsey

Baxter Aleena

Russel Memphis Adams Cheska

Hughes Jamie

Wills Jacob

Rivera Morgan

Nelson Eloise

Maslin Dan

It’s (Jane’s) party!

2 The Bucks Student

Welcome In this edition: A fond farewell from Tamsin . . . . . . . . . . 3 It’s been a wild year, but Tamsin has kept steady at the helm of the Students’ Union.

Editor’s update . . . . . . . 4 Sabb update . . . . . . . . . . 5 SHaG: safe sex . . . . . . . . 6 Jane’s Party interview and photoset. . . . . . . . . . 8 Graduate roles. . . . . . . 10 Boost your graduation!

The working world and autism. . . . . . . . . . . 11 Jude handles a tough topic

Ramadan. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Events calendar . . . . . 14

Page 6 - Let’s talk about (safe) sex, baby.

Thanks to a few sneakily placed bank holidays towards the end of term, it looks like this will be the last newspaper gracing your screens this academic year. But it’s okay, hold your applause and hold your tears - because we won’t be going anywhere far! Although the newspaper stops publishing over summer, we will still be hard at work getting the paper ready for next year.

Which is where you come in! It’s been a rocky year, but we’re after as many people as possible to get involved with the newspaper - so we can have a strong and full newsgroup in the next academic year. As always you can get in contact with editor@thebucksstudent.com to register your interest and ask about the next steps.

We’re more than happy to publish any other of your story or thoughts, just let us know if you have any content, articles, images, interviews or achievements you’re proud of, drop an email to editor@thebucksstudent.com to get started.

For all advertising and media enquiries please contact the Students’ Union Communications and Marketing department.

Bucks Stands Together . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Simon McDowell simon.mcdowell@bucks.ac.uk

BRIT 2021. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Oli Gunson oli.gunson@bucks.ac.uk

Mental Health Awareness Week . . . . 18 Find out everything that’s going on

ACE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Get your aviation career started!

Nellie Hughes nellie.hughes@bucks.ac.uk

Page 8 - Zuzanna interviews Jane’s Party ahead of live music hopefully returning soon.

Articles in this newspaper do not necessarily represent the views of Bucks Students’ Union but are that of the specific author. View this edition online at bucksstudentsunion.org/media/ newspaperarchive. © 2021 Bucks Students’ Union

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A fond farewell

May edition 98

By Tamsi Grainger (she/her)

Hearing the results on election night!

Well, this year has gone so quickly I can’t quite believe that this will be my last Pres update in the student paper. Throughout 2020 and 2021 it has been my absolute pleasure to be the President of Bucks, although we have faced one of the most difficult times the education sector has had to face in a long time this year has also been filled with incredible acts of kindness, unity, and passion.

There have been so many highlights for me this year from talking to Michel Donelan on my first day, bringing pronouns to Bucks, creating the Bucks Stands Together mural, implementing the Helpyourshelf, running the More than Meets the Eye campaign and bringing free and sustainable period products to Bucks.

To also work so closely with the University this year to ensure the students get the no detriment policy, a new complaint system in halls, rent rebates and other measures to support the students during this time.

Just a few of my highlights...

A fond farewell from Tamsin

Although running campaigns and lobbying the University is a key part of my role and has been very prominent in my year I couldn’t have done it without the amazing support of the student’s union team and University staff but especially my fellow Sabbatical Officers. Tom and Tash have consistently inspired me throughout the year, guided me and supported me to be the best I possibly can be, they never let me believe something wasn’t possible and any time I questioned my capability they were both there to contradict me.

To be able to say that I am leaving this role with some incredible achievements and experiences under my belt, but also genuine friends is an absolute honour.

Speaking of Honor (!) It’s my pleasure to be leaving you in the very capable hands of Honor Fletcher. Honor has spent so much of her time supporting the SU whether that’s through the MT society or Volunteering, she has always taken part with a positive attitude and a big smile on her face. I have no doubt that Honor, Tom and Tash will be an incredible sabbatical team and I cannot wait to see all that they achieve together.

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Editor’s update

The Bucks Student

By Jessy Clark (she/her)

Editor’s update Hi all, Jessy here! (She/Her) Wow! This academic year has been a rollercoaster, to put it nicely.

Everyone has worked incredibly hard despite all that 2020/21 has thrown at us, and I couldn’t thank the Student Union team more for their continued support throughout.

I have had a wonderful time working alongside Oli and all of those who have written for or submitted content to The Bucks Student, and I’m happy to say that this won’t be the last update from me!

My absolute favourite part about being an Editor for the paper is that I get to read all, if not most, of the stories that’ll be featured in the final version of the edition before it’s printed and/or uploaded to the SU website, which is always exciting.

If you would like to get involved with the Newspaper and writer’s newsgroup, you can always drop an email to us at editor@thebucksstudent.com or j_essyclark@hotmail.com.

I also love the opportunity to finalise written pieces that have been submitted by BNU students to really bring them up to their best quality! Polishing articles that have been written with so much passion and interest is what I truly adore about my role.

So, I wish you all the best of luck wrapping up whichever year you may be in, and I hope your final assignments, projects and exams go as smoothly as possible!

Until September, Jessy

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Sabb update

May edition 98

By Tash Neal (she/her), Tom Featherstone (he/him)

Welcome to the last edition to the paper for the 2020/2021 academic year, and what a year it’s been!

We want to start by making you aware of the events that we currently have coming up between now and the end of term. Starting off with mental health awareness week! Make sure you come down to the SU foyer in Wycombe or just outside the SU office in Uxbridge and take part in the Positivitree project! You’ll be handed a cardboard leaf to write a positive message on, these will then build up the whole tree so if you feel like you’re struggling or needing some inspiration you can come down to get some inspiration! This will be running all week! There are lots of different opportunities to win some wellbeing prizes, including at the quiz which will be taking place on Friday 14 May! Also launching two other projects this week! The first being our Mental Health Framework Action Plan! This Is getting launched on the 13th May. This is an important step in our work, making sure mental health is at the forefront of everyone’s bodies and minds so keep an eye out!

BRIT 2021 is the other thing that is launching the week beginning the 10th may! Formally known as Row Britannia BRIT 2021 is set to raise money for British Inspiration Trust (BRIT), and 4 other young adult metal health charities: PAPYRUS, Prevention of Young Suicide, Student Minds, The Nightline Association, and the Charlie Walker Trust. This is a UK wide charity fundraiser across all of the Universities! Between the Uni and Union, we are aiming to walk, cycle or even swim 2021 miles before the end of May! As a SU and one section of the Uni team we are aiming to contribute 100 miles. Look out for more comms and get your running shoes on!

Monday 10th May is also STRIVE festival, our annual employability, and careers festival! A festival designed to meet the progression for the membership and to provide them with the opportunity to meet with organisations for a wide range of different industries. This year STRIVE is happening online on an

app; make sure you keep an eye out for how to attend and make the most of the opportunities on offer!

Thank you to everyone who came down, joined the pledge in our ‘Bucks Stands together against gender-based Violence and Harassment’. We had 229 people come down to join our in person and online mural, and show their support!

We both wanted to say a massive THANK YOU to Tamsin for all the support and patience you have shown us over the last year. We look forward to working alongside Honor in a in person and involved year!

If you are still studying over the summer, remember the SU advice centre will still be open if you need any support and guidance. If you’re leaving Bucks, we wish you the best of luck in your future careers. Enjoy the summer break and make the most of the restrictions lifting.

We will see you again in September.

Tash & Tom

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SHaG: Safe sex

The Bucks Student

By Nellie Hughes (she/her)

Let’s talK About Sex, baby It’s time to talk about the birds and the bees...

Well, not quite but we are going to talk about a whole host of great organisations where you can get free contraception, STI tests, support, and family planning.

Safety first Good sexual health is important for everyone and it’s important to remember that contraception focuses on your anatomy, not your gender identity. When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STI’s), the only contraception to help protect against them is a condom.

Whereas a condom needs no preparation, is easy to carry around, and helps protect against STI’s, these alternatives are either long-lasting forms of contraception or need a little time to kick in a be fully effective and only help protect against pregnancy– bonus though, they’re all free on the NHS.

We’re all familiar with an external condom. Lubed up piece of rubber, worn on a penis, that can protect you against pregnancy and STI’s. You can buy them at the supermarket or pick some up for free from your local sexual health clinic or your friendly Students’ Union (you bet we have free condoms for you!)

If you are taking testosterone, your pregnancy risk is reduced but not gone, so it still important to use a method of contraception.

But there’s more than one way to get down and dirty.

There are alternatives to condoms which include: • The combined pill • The mini pill • Implant • Coil • Injection

You can find out more about contraceptives on the SH24 website, sh24.org.uk/contraception. If you’re looking for an alternative to condoms, we recommend you talk to your GP or visit your local sexual health clinic.

Ooops Sometimes we get a little caught up in the heat of the moment and forget to put the condom on properly, you can access emergency contraception for free from your GP or local sexual health clinic and even some pharmacies. You can also buy emergency contraception from most pharmacies if you can’t get to a GP or sexual health clinic in time.

See what the NHS website says about emergency contraception, nhs.uk/conditions/contraception/ where-can-i-get-emergency-contraception.

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SHaG: Safe sex

May edition 98

By Nellie Hughes (she/her)

LGBTQ+ Sex

It stings when I pee

Whilst most contraception is framed around not getting pregnant, it’s a common misconception that gay, lesbian and bisexual partners don’t need them.

Well, that’s not true. If you or your partner don’t have a uterus, you’re not likely to get pregnant but there is still a risk of STI’s and these can be transmitted no matter what your sexual orientation or gender identity.

So fun fact, not all STI’s show symptoms which is why it’s so important for you to get tested regularly. When we say regularly, we mean before and after each new sexual partner and even if you are in a long-term monogamous relationship you should still get tested every now and then.

We want everyone to have a safe time between the sheets so it’s important to know what contraception is best for your individual circumstances. Whether you’re a woman having sex with other women or a man having sex with other men, you gotta stay protected.

The NHS cover some important tips for both lesbian and gay sex.

Terrence Higgins have a great resource of sexual health for Trans and non-binary people which covers safe and healthy sex for everyone involved; tht.org.uk/ hiv-and-sexual-health/sexual-health/trans-people The LGBT Foundation have created guides for anal, oral, and vaginal sex which have something for everyone whether you’re gay, lesbian, cis, or trans.

You can read them here; lgbt.foundation/sexguides.

There are some common STI symptoms though such as itching, soreness, redness, a burn when you pee and even lumps and bumps. But the only way to know for sure if you have an STI is to get tested!

Use the NHS postcode checker to find a sexual health service near you that offers STI testing. Use the poscode checker here; nhs.uk/service-search/otherservices/STI-testing-and-treatment.

If you live in High Wycombe you can get a home test kit from Terrence Higgins or visit their outreach centre for a full STI screening. Find out more about the outreach service on their website; tht.org.uk/ centres-and-services.

Terrence Higgins also offers home test kits for those in Aylesbury.

If you are an Uxbridge local, you can order a home testing kit from SH:24. Order a kit from SH:24 here; sh24.org.uk/orders/new.

Support Whether you’re after more information or need somewhere to go for contraception, unplanned pregnancy, or STI testing, visit this NHS page which will help you find the closest clinic to you for support nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health KISS in Uxbridge for young people between 13-19 nhs.uk/services/service-directory/kiss-keep-it-safen-sorted/N10506666

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Jane’s Party interview

The Bucks Student

By Zuzanna Majewska

Jane’s Party I had a great time chatting with the band from Toronto and I can’t wait to see them live soon.

Did you have any crazy situations during the tour?

Jeff: Nothing bad this time.

Zach: Actually... there is a pretty crazy one Devon: Oh yeah. Zach can tell you that one Zach: I was coming straight from my honeymoon so I was halfway across the world. I was in Australia.

And I had to make time for a gig so it was about 14 hours of flying - almost straight. And caught the bus I was pulling out the stations to Luxembourg just to make it on time.

Do you have your favourite song to play live and why?

Devon: I like to play “Cigarette Buzz” because it is fast and that beat. But we all probably have our favourites.

Tom: I like “You are the Light” Zach: I like “Cigarette Buzz” too actually Jeff: I like “Time Remembered” but we didn’t play it on this tour very much.

Maybe next time Jeff: Yeah, we played it during the first two shows.

Tom: We have something like 30 minutes of music to play. So we are cutting as many as possible and getting just sort of the top we would like to play and leave a couple out.

Jeff: Because of this set, we sort of have to play kind of upbeat fast songs but it is nice in longer sets to play a ballad, something more chill and a little bit slow. Most of the time we start yelling into the mics. (laugh) Can you say something about your song, “Cigarette Buzz”?

Jeff: Devon sings that one Tom: It was comparing your first cigarette with falling in love with somebody for the first time.

Jeff: That feeling that you get.

I mean it can be a cigarette or anything but that feeling you get for doing something new for the first time.

Tom: The high of love Jeff: Yeah, from that experience of being in love.

You can catch the rest of the interview at teaindie.com!

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Jane’s Party interview

May edition 98

By Zuzanna Majewska

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Graduating this year?

The Bucks Student

By Kelly Young (she/her)

Graduating? boost your potential!

Getting to graduation is a MASSIVE achievement.

Managing to get there during a worldwide pandemic is an even bigger achievement! This has been a challenging time for everyone but especially for graduating students – and the University wants to make sure it is there to help you in your next steps.

Ellen Buckland, took advantage of a graduate role in the University’s HR department and is a BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology graduate:

“The HR Grad role couldn’t have come at a better time for me. I had been considering a career in HR for a while but had little knowledge on where to start. Since joining Bucks, I have had the opportunity to learn and work across many different areas within HR and have been involved in several projects that has all contributed to my knowledge and skills base. The support I have received has been fantastic and has allowed me to make connections across the organisation. When my role comes to an end later this year, I feel I have been given the tools and experience I need to carry on my career.”

Departments from across the uni have put together a range of opportunities designed to support you in your progression; whether this be focused on engaging in further study, enhancing your ability to shine when applying for jobs, nurturing your entrepreneurial ambition, or providing you with relevant and valuable work experience.

Fareeha Ahmed, took advantage of the alumni PG offer after graduating last year and is studying MSc International Aviation Regulation and Law:

“I decided that I while I was waiting for the aviation industry to recover during covid, I wanted to use my spare time wisely and do something that will benefit me in the long run. A deciding factor was the alumni discount offered at Bucks. It meant that I was paying less than what I would have to pay if I went to a different university. It really has been better than I expected! It has been amazing to see how much I’ve improved just in the last few months.”

Mateusz Gajda is a BA (Hons) Business Management graduate and took on a graduate role with the University:

“Getting the role at uni was one of the best decisions. Working in timetabling was interesting and enjoyable, it also allowed me to gain a lot of experience and useful skills. I have felt supported from the start to end. The workshops I were attending also allowed me to network with others and further expand my skillset.

I have applied for another position of Learning Technology Support Officer, and that’s where I’m now. I’m really happy and looking forward to what the future holds for me.”

The package includes: 50% funding offer on all postgraduate qualifications; Graduate role opportunities; ongoing career and wellbeing advice and support; development opportunities from Bucks Students’ Union; help with your business ideas; access to helpful resources; and more.

For all the details and how you can sign up for these great offers visit the dedicated Class of 2021 pages; bucks.ac.uk/alumni/graduating-students-package.

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Autism

May edition 98

By Jude Warner (she/her)

The Working World of Autism As a disclosure, I wanted to say that I will never truly know what it’s like being autistic as I’m not a person diagnosed with the disability, but I can help bring to light the issues that the community is actively talking about.

I have two brothers and one sister. My oldest brother Clifford is autistic, he was diagnosed at 17.

I don’t really remember what he was like growing up, but I remember he was obsessed with collecting toy cars and the game Halo. I remember hearing that Clifford used to be severely bullied in high school, where they would steal his phone multiple times and overall pick on him because he was “different”.

So, when Clifford was diagnosed, he explained that he was relieved that he had a diagnosis that helped to explain why he felt so different from other people.

Along with his diagnosis, Clifford faced a lot of discrimination, even in employability.

Recently, Clifford was having a discussion with my mum and dad, Clifford was talking about his current situation and he stated: “I can’t lose my job, do you know how hard it was for me to get this one? No one hires autistic people’’. This really upset me to hear that this is a problem that my brother and other people who are autistic are dealing with. Although we normally hope in the employability world that we don’t face any discrimination in ableism, ageism, religion, or race but this is not always the case.

As his sister, I can’t help but feel powerless in this situation. This is one of the reasons why I feel so strongly about this campaign; to share the awareness that living with a disability doesn’t stop that person from successfully completing a job role. According to the University of St. Andrews “Disabled people are more likely to be unemployed than non-disabled people - in 2008, 48.4 percent of disabled people were in employment compared with 79.6 percent of non-disabled people.”

Perhaps, the companies Clifford had applied to before are playing off a harmful stereotype.

I do think the media is massively to blame for the stereotype of autism, even this year singer-songwriter and now producer Sia came under fire for the film she produced called ‘Music’; The film follows a girl who is autistic, the character’s name is ‘Music’. This movie was widely criticised for a number of reasons.

For one the autistic character ‘Music’ was played by a non-autistic actress, Maddie Ziegler. As Clifford expressed: “It’s hard enough as it is finding a job being autistic, let alone giving the role to a nonautistic actress. There are plenty of other actresses who are autistic who can play this role”. To put it into perspective it’s difficult to act autistic without it deemed offensive and insensitive to the autistic community. Believing any actor or actress can act autistic is just ableist.

Sia stated on Twitter that she originally hired an autistic actress, but she was too distressed in the environment she was working in and unfortunately had to let her go, but surely if she was feeling stressed then as an employer you’d make the environment she’s working in more accommodating to her and work with her needs.

With the singer posting this statement on Twitter she again damaged the working world of autistic people.

She was telling the public that the person she hired couldn’t fulfil the role because of her needs.

Let’s make jobs more accommodating to everyone no matter their needs. In an interview, Sia mentioned that she actually made the role in mind for Maddie Ziegler, which caused confusion as she previously stated she had hired a girl with autism.

I believe that everyone should do some research on what the autistic community is facing.

Let’s all help support one another, no matter the issue, by doing campaigns and by doing some personal research, and speaking up for those who need it. We can create a positive impact for change and stand up for true equality.

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Ramadan

The Bucks Student

By Yezan Amawi

What is Ramadan?

Each year for 30 days, Muslims participate in the month of Ramadan. Those partaking the holy month withhold from food, drink, and impure thoughts from sunrise to sunset, allowing them to place all their focus on prayer and connecting with Allah. The practise of fasting during the month of Ramadan is one of five pillars in Islam:; Shahadah – To believe in no God but Allah and that Muhammad is the messenger of Allah.

Salah – Five daily prayers and performing ritual cleansing (Wudu) Sawm (Fasting) – to give up food and drink during the daylight hours in the month of Ramadan.

Zakat – Donating a share of your wealth (2.5%) to help those less fortunate. Donations during Ramadan can hold a much greater reward for the contributor.

Hajj (Pilgrimage) – the pilgrimage of Mecca, which every non-disabled Muslim should do at least once in their lifetime.

So, is Ramadan only about not eating or drinking?

During Ramadan, Muslims refrain from eating food and drinking any liquids – and yes folks, that even includes water. We also avoid smoking cigarettes and engaging in sexual activity, however as well the physical attributes,

Muslims also try their best to withhold projecting any harmful thoughts and emotions like anger and jealousy, as well as minor deeds like complaining, gossiping, and swearing (we should limit these bad habits even when not fasting). In place of this, we try our best this holy month to show acts of love, forgiveness, and patience to those around us. Ramadan is about so much more than food and water; the only thing we are deprived of in this month is all the negativity and distractions, which we find ourselves often unknowingly consumed within today’s society. Ramadan breaks the cycle of our usual routine to practice the art of mental, emotional, and physical control – as Muslims, we do this in the hopes of obtaining the utmost clarity to bring us closer to our God and faith.

Am I being disrespectful if I eat my lunch in front of you?

Not at all, you can totally eat in front of us! For 30 days of Ramadan, Muslims worldwide will refrain from eating and drinking from sunrise to sunset. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t carry on as usual. You don’t have to fast with us, but we’d love to have you join us for iftar. Iftar is the fast-breaking meal eaten after sunset.

We like to make it a big communal meal, and if invited, you should come!

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Ramadan

May edition 98

By Yezan Amawi

Do all Muslims have to fast ?

What is the difference between Ramadan and Eid?

In Islam, there are various exemptions for not fasting during Ramadan, those include;

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Muslim holy calendar, where Muslims are not permitted to eat or drink during daylight hours. Once the sacred month is completed, Muslims mark the religious holiday known as ‘Eid Al-Fitr’ (“Festival of Breaking Fast”). Eid Al-Fitr is a three-day celebration that is celebrated following a successful month of Ramadan. To celebrate an entire month of fasting, Eid is joining friends, family, and communities to feast and share gifts.

Children - children who have not reached puberty, although some do choose to join in while others participate in fasting half a day.

Menstruating Women - Women who are going through their monthly period cycles are exempt from fasting.

Breastfeeding Mothers - Mothers who are breastfeeding are also excused from fasting since babies need a lot of nutrition while young.

Pregnant Women - pregnant mothers are not expected to fast in case fasting causes harm to the unborn baby.

Illness - those who are sick are not required to fast during Ramadan. This includes those with mental/ physical illness as well as those on medication.

The Elderly - The elderly who find fasting during Ramadan too demanding are also exempt as it may be a risk to their health.

People Who Are Travelling - in the Quran, Allah reveals that you are exempt from fasting while travelling because He does not wish to make it difficult for you.

Is it different/difficult observing Ramadan during a partial lockdown?

100% yes! Ramadan is all about community and togetherness. Being in a partial lockdown eliminated any chance of communal gatherings with everyone observing social distancing. Fortunately, the strict conditions increased gratitude amongst Muslims, providing us more time to reflect and give thanks to Allah.

Don’t be misled by the negative images you encounter in the media and online. Why not experience it yourself and visit your local Islamic centre and take part in the Ramadan experience. See how it goes and get to know yourself better!

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Events calendar | 10 May - 23 May

The Bucks Student

We may be in lockdown, but we’re still providing you with all the events to help pass the time!

If you don’t see an event listed below, check online nearer the time; bucksstudentsunion.org/whatson

Monday 10

Tuesday 11

Wednesday 12

Thursday 13

Positivi-tree project

Japanese classes

Guitar lessons

David Rawcliffe talk on autism

BRIT 2021 challenge

Yoga

Perseverance with Asha Philip

All week - On campus

All week - What’s on page

STRIVE

10am-5pm - What’s on page

6pm - What’s on page 7.30-8.30pm What’s on page

STRIVE

10am-5pm - What’s on page

9am - What’s on page

5-6pm - What’s on page

3-4.30pm - What’s on page

STRIVE

10am-5pm - What’s on page

STRIVE

10am-5pm - What’s on page

Friday 14

Saturday 15

Sunday 16

Monday 17

Emergency First Aid

Beer garden bookings

Kahoot Quiz: Reality TV

Spanish classes

10am-5pm - What’s on page

2-8pm - The Venue

8pm - Kahoot

Alcotraz online experience

Beer garden bookings

5.30-6.30pm - What’s on page

6pm - What’s on page

Jam Night

6-11pm - The Venue

2-8pm - The Venue

STRIVE

Liquid Leisure

10am-5pm - What’s on page

noon-5pm - Windsor

Tuesday 18

Wednesday 19

Thursday 20

Friday 21

Japanese classes

Public speaking

Bucks Murder Mystery

Jordan Penning talks colour deficiency

Social Bubble House: Varsity ‘afterparty’

Annual Awards night: Union Awards & AU Dinner

6pm - What’s on page

2-3pm - What’s on page

2pm - What’s on page

6-11pm - The Venue

Wine & Cheese night

6-11pm - The Venue

7.30-9pm - Streamed on our Facebook page, check the What’s on page for more details

6-11pm - The Venue

Saturday 22

Sunday 23

Glitterbomb: Speed quizzing Baga Chipz (Early show) 6-11pm - The Venue 4.30-7.30pm - The Venue

Glitterbomb: Baga Chipz (Late show) 7-10pm - The Venue

Have a burning idea for an event, or need to get in touch with our events team? Drop an email to suevents@bucks.ac.uk.

We’re always on the look out for new activities, and are happy to listen to whatever you fancy doing.

Or, maybe you’d like to have a go at hosting a virtual event? We can do that too so let us know!

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Seah Paige

Wood Jamie

Alexander Kira

Ponitinova Liah

Owen Casey

Rolls Jenny

Carter Nikki

Russel Memphis

Ellis Jasmine

Littleboy Amy

Wills Jacob

Ashraff Jo

Lawrence Martina

Livingstone Fergus

Roots Charlotte Barber Kelsey

Adams Cheska

Newton Phil Baxter Aleena

Rivera Morgan

Dyer Nellie

Hughes Jamie Nelson Eloise Maslin Dan Peters Roiko Hotskl Malik Bynoe-Fisher Jade Collis Daniel Lawrence Chris Power Pheonix

Connely Danielle

Reynolds Maya

Ediale Vincent

Assolutissimanente Mackenzie

Hoey Connor

Bucks Stands Together

Jones Georgi

Boyle Niamh

Hollins-Owen Sandija

Jonikake Lindsey

Clare Aidan

McDonougl Shannon

Carter Lilly Faye Dunhill Michelle Appleton Max onken Jacob Lockett Alisha Chester Honor Fletcher Shannon Broabridge Emily

Crawshaw Callum

Hales Trevor

Gabriele Keenan

Lamb Benjamin

Hant Brad

Lleguel Katie

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Deodato Alison

Harper Karen Smith Imi

Crook Nick

Buckwell-Nut Justyna

Smith-Davies Brandon

Braisby Paul

Morgan Rachel

Swiderek Alexander

Tester Megan

Cragg Gavin

Cotton Tomasz

Bullock Iuliana

Brooks Ellie

Siemieniuch Zaphron

Stroescu Shno

Anoy Julia

Smith Ian

Harper Beth

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BRIT 2021

The Bucks Student

By Tom Featherstone

Help us to complete the

BRIT 2021 Challenge!

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and the launch of the University’s attempt to complete the BRIT 2021 Challenge which is raising awareness and money for five young adult mental health charities.

The One University challenge of completing 2,021 miles will be attempted by 21 University ‘departments’ with any participating students supporting the Students’ Union’s efforts. Each area will attempt to complete at least 100 miles collectively by either hand-cycling, cycling, wheelchair pushing, walking, running, swimming, cycling, jogging, rowing, or paddling.

The completion of 2,021 miles will hopefully help the University achieve its target of raising at least £2,021 for the British Inspiration Trust (BRIT); Prevention of Young Suicide; Student Minds; The Nightline Association; and the Charlie Waller Trust. Find out more about these charities here.

How do I get involved?

Go Team Bucks

The great thing about the BRIT Challenge 2021 is anyone can get involved because all you need to do is record your completed miles and either donate on the Virgin Money Giving page here by 11:59pm on 31 May or tell me as your BRIT Champion and VicePresident Student Involvement how many miles you’ve completed and I’ll add them to the SU’s final tally on the Virgin Money Giving page.

Naomi Riches MBE, BNU alumnus, Paralympic medallist and BNU BRIT Ambassador will be joining the University’s efforts and said: “I am incredibly proud that Buckinghamshire New University is taking part in the BRIT Challenge for the second year running. The purpose of the challenge and the charities it supports are perfect for BNU, which I know from personal experience as an ex-student, is a remarkably supportive place to be.

I’m excited about supporting the students and staff again this year, and I will add my own miles to their total. I have every confidence that all their personal and team targets will be smashed and they are going to have a lot of fun doing it…

GO TEAM BUCKS!!!”

How do I track my miles?

The easiest way to do this is to use a smartphone health app that should already be installed on your smartphone device if you have one. All you need to do is open the ‘health and fitness app’ depending on what device you have and locate the activity tracking. For Apple users, this is ‘Health’. For Samsung users, this is ‘Samsung Health’. For OnePlus, this is ‘OnePlus Health’.

Alternatively, you may have a Fitbit or other tracking device or app you wish to use. Some people will also use apps like ‘Strava’ which can be registered for free.

We also want you to share your participation in the challenge on social media, so please upload a photo or video and the following message if you wish to your favourite channel once you’ve done your miles.

I’m doing the BRIT 2021 Challenge with @bucksnewuni @ buckssu by completing X miles in pursuit of our 2,021 miles target. We’re raising money in aid of young adult mental health charities. Find out more here and donate if you can https:// uk.virginmoneygiving.com/ BuckinghamshireNewUniversity TeamBucks #EveryMileCounts #BRIT2021ChallengeBNU

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Mental Health Awareness Week

The Bucks Student

By Tash Neal (she/her)

Mental Health Awareness Week Involvement with any of our sessions throughout the week puts you into a draw for a Wellbeing Box or Wellbeing Guide!

You can book on to any of these activities on our What’s On page.

All Week Free Gym Sessions available to all students hosted by Bucks Gym Positivitree Project: Come and write a message about how nature supports your wellbeing on our positivity trees at Uxbridge (outside the SU Office) and Wycombe (in the foyer outside the Venue) to spread some positivity to others!

Monday 10 May Launch of Tash’s Top Tips for Positive Mental Health.

(Add ‘Bucks VPEW’ on Facebook to check out the Weekly Top Tips going out every Monday or these will be available on our website very soon!)

BRIT Launch Meeting: 11am-noon Honest Hour with Tereza for International Students: 5-6pm Yoga with BNU Yoga Society: 7.30-8.30pm Meditation with Ian: 8-8.30pm (open to both staff and students)

Wednesday 12 May Tea and Chat with Tash: 11am-noon Local Litter Pick: 11am-1.30pm Guitar Lessons: 9am-2pm Perseverance with Asha Philip: 5-6pm ‘Silent Observation’ Mindfulness with Danie: 5-6pm (open to both staff and students)

Thursday 13 May Launch of our Mental Health Framework!

Friday 14 May Mental Health and Nature Quiz Honest Hour with Julie for Part-time Students: noon-1pm

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ACE

May edition 98

By Jess Aries

Aviation Careers & Employability (ACE) Last week saw the start of an 8-week programme of events for final year aviation students to support them in boosting their employability ahead of graduating.

These next few weeks have been especially planned to give a positive and career-focused end to what we can all agree has been a very difficult year.

The team has put together a really great opportunity to help students to further prepare for life after graduation and the next stage in their career plans. With employer engagement guest speakers from the civilian and

military aviation world and focused, dedicated career preparation mock assessment days through to upskilling employability skill events and accredited training courses, there is still a lot to learn and professional networks to build.

The upmost thanks and appreciation goes out to the University and School teams who have worked really hard to plan and deliver ACE; and we all really hope that our aviation students are able to get the maximum possible benefit from the programme.

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about how to full programme offering and how to book on to any of these events, please contact Jess Aries on the Student Opportunities and Career Success team and she will send you the full brochure of ACE events available, just email careers@bucks.ac.uk

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