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The Money Tree Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief

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nQuire submitted a Freedom of Information (FoI) request to the University which has revealed the cost of the Tensigritree, one of the University’s 50th Anniversary Beacon Projects.

The Tensigritree is the metal structure outside the Marlowe building in the centre of campus, which is shaped like a tree. It stands at seven metres tall and 12 metres wide, and was designed with the help of students from the School of Architecture.

The University have revealed in the FoI response that their original budget for the structure was £160,000. In total however, they have spent £185,207.60. This is an overspend by the University of over £25,000, or around three students’ tuition fees for a year.

The total cost is equivalent to around 20 students’ tuition for a year, or seven students’ entire degrees.

The tree was aimed at providing a permanent memorial to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the University and the tenth anniversary of the founding of the School of Architecture.

As well as offering an interesting structure for the campus, the sculpture is also going to provide an outdoor teaching space once a nearby seating area is completed.

The original proposal for the tree, provided to InQuire by the University, states that the sculpture should be on campus by July 2015.

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Original budget for the tree: £160,000 Overall cost: £185,207.60 Total overspend by the University: £25,207.60 Photo by Robert Linton

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n the 25 and 27 of May lecturers across universities in the UK are planning on going on strike due to an ongoing pay dispute.

Since 2009, lecturers and academics have faced a 14.5 per cent real term pay cut, due to increased inflation.

The University and College Union (UCU) has proposed a five per cent increase in pay, however so far this has been met by an offer of only 1.1 per cent by the employer body, the Universities and Colleges Employers’ Association (UCEA). UCU has described this as an insult, particularly in light of the three per cent pay rise that vice-chancellors and other university leaders have received in recent years.

Owen Lyle, the secretary for the University of Kent’s branch

of the UCU, claims that this pay rise for executives indicates that there is enough money on the system for a pay rise.

When asked how the strike may effect students on the 25 and the 26, Lyle said that revision classes may be rescheduled, and students with questions before exams may not be able to find answers.

However, he also stated that lecturers would be out forming a picket line, and answering student questions, to explain why the strike is happening and to ensure all students are informed.

Sally Hunt, Secretary of the UCU told the press: “Industrial action that impacts on students is never taken lightly, but staff feel that they have been left with no alternative.”

The two-day walkout is still open to negotiation, and if the UCEA can offer staff a bigger pay rise, it may be cancelled.

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niversities Minister, Joe Johnson, has announced that tuition fees will rise from 2017.

This change in the fee rate, however, is expected to apply only to universities that offer high quality teaching. The institutions that will be allowed to increase their fees will be announced over the next academic year.

What the government considers to be high quality teaching will be in line with the, yet unreleased, Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), something that the government hopes to introduce over the

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next four years.

The government white paper, Success as a Knowledge Economy, has said that a fee raise in line with inflation will incentivise high quality teaching within higher education, and will help to project the financial stability of the sector.

In 2014/15, the University of Kent received a total income of £234.7m, and in 2015, had a surplus of £11.7m. This was an increase of £5m on the 2013/14 academic year.

The white paper also covered other changes in the university system, including providing more information to applicants and creating new universities.

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ent’s New Police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Scott, is working with Kent Police to deliver his six-point plan, after starting his term of office on Thursday 12 May. His six-point plan focuses on a variety of issues, including increasing visible policing on the streets of Kent, tackling substance abuse, and revolutionizing the way that Kent Police handles situations involving individuals who suffer from mental illness.

Mr Scott talked about his pride on being elected in a press release issued on 12 May. “I’m extremely proud to have been elected as Kent’s new Police and Crime Commissioner, and am thankful to everyone who turned out to vote for me.

“But whether you voted for me or not, I’ve signed an oath pledging impartiality and I am determined to do a good job for everyone in Kent by holding the police to account, making sure they give a good service, and allowing the public to hold me

to account too.”

He also stated that: “Kent is a fantastic place and I want to make sure everyone feels safe and knows where to turn if they need help.”

Matthew Scott is also using his new role to increasing the Police and Crime Commissioner’s visibility amongst the student population. Mr. Scott told InQuire that he was “‘looking forward to working with students, the NUS, and others to help keep students safe, and [he’ll] be holding surgeries on campus for students to come and speak to [him] in due course.”

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money tree Continued from front.

However, in their FoI response, the University said that the contracted completion date was 28 August 2015.

This was again pushed back, with landscaping work taking longer than expected and the tree only finally being completed in December of last year.

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by Don Gray, the Head of the Kent School of Architecture.

Undergraduate students in the Architecture school were also asked to contribute to early development of the tree, the design of which was finished by experts.

The Beacon Projects are part of the University’s 50th anniversary celebrations. The University website states that the projects “illustrate some of the University of Kent’s distinctive strengths, and provide a platform for future activities and aspirations”.

The University told InQuire on its response to the FoI request that the Beacon Projects are funded “internally”.

One student, Mary Jennings, said: “I can’t believe the University can justify spending so much money on something

THE University of Kent held its Kent Student Awards on 6 May, celebrating outstanding work by students across all of its campuses.

that many students don’t even pay attention to, such as this structure, which looks like an umbrella after a storm.

“I pay a lot of money to attend this university and it’s a shame that faculties aren’t properly equipped and there isn’t enough money for students to be subsidised for extra-curricular activities, but there apparently is enough money for this.”

The University said: “To commemorate its 50th anniversary the University funded 12 Beacon projects, each of which were designed to improve the student experience, strengthen our research efforts and extend our international ambitions.

As one of those projects, the tensegritree provided Architecture students with the opportunity to gain invaluable experience and boost their career prospects by working on the project’s development to produce work of international importance.”

There is currently a Creative Campus competition to design seating to go next to the structure, the budget of which is £33,000. Information about this is on the University website.

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he following proposals for University of Kent Beacon Projects have also received funding: Beacon Observatory The Beacon Observatory will be an astronomical observatory on the Canterbury campus with both optical and radio wavelengths detectors.

British Stand up Comedy Archive Taught by former professional stand-up Oliver Double, the University has been running a stand-up comedy module since 2001 for Drama and Theatre Studies students. The stand-up comedy archive is part of the Special Collections in the Templeman Library.

Beacon for Endurance Research This project will build on research by the Endurance

Research Group. It is run by a group made up of academics, researchers, and PhD students from the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences.

The Crater Theatre This is a proposal for a new open-air theatre on the Canterbury campus next to Eliot footpath. The University says “only modest earthworks” will be required to build this structure.

Diplomacy@Kent Diplomacy@Kent aims to put the University at the forefront of UK and widerEuropean understanding of contemporary practice in European diplomacy.

The Hong Kong Business Hub This is a project run by the Kent Business School (KBS), which uses existing University

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Alumni networks to build cross-cultural understanding on the activities of KBS’ Anglo-Chinese Business and Management Centre.

Kent’s Culture of Philanthropy This project is being lead by staff at the University’s Centre for Philanthropy, and will focus on Kent’s history of philanthropy and its role in higher education and beyond.

K-MOOCs This was a project proposed by the Unit of Enhanced Learning and Teaching (UELT) and the School of Computing, which will offer open online courses to showcase and promote expertise, scholarship, and research at Kent.

The Self-Guided Audio Tour This will offer a GPS audio

backdrop for self-tours of the University site - starting at Canterbury and Medway with the potential to cover other campuses in the future. This will be hosted through a webbased app that is accessible through all mobile devices.

The Beacon Institute: Illuminating Arts and Science This is a collaborative project between the Gulbenkian Theatre and Arts and Science academics, as well as national and international collaborators and many nonhigher education partners.

International Festival of Projections The Festival of Projections, which took place last term, is a new University festival, which will take place once every two years.

The winners on the night were: Contribution to Arts and Culture: Nadia Perrotta for her Wetlands project in Medway.

Contribution to the Local Economy: Karl Spires for his work with Canterbury Homeless Outreach.

Contribution to Sport Development: Adeshina Adesokan for creating the Muscle and Athletics Sports Society.

Student Entrepreneur of the Year: Joseph Rooke for launching and securing funding for ‘Project Cantuta’.

Environmental and Sustainability Champion: Thomas Owen for improving the Medway campus’ environment.

Contribution to Media and Communications: Mario Elia for setting up UKC Blog Society.

International/ Multicultural Initiative of the Year: Kunal Patel for organising multicultural events on campus.

Contribution to EDI: Melantha Chittenden for her work with LGBT+ Contribution to College Life: Tom Barrass for his work for Turing College.

Fundraiser of the Year: Aimee Butt for her work with Canterbury Homeless Outreach Society.

Chancellor’s Employability Award: Natalie Tipping for her work as Editor-in-Chief of InQuire and as UKMStudent for the Medway campus.

THE deadline to register to vote for the EU Referendum is 7 June.

Kent Union has been urging students to register to vote for this referendum which could change Britain’s place in the world and in Europe.

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Kent in Europe: University comes out in favour of Remain campaign Issues Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief In an email to alumni on 9 May, the University of Kent has announced that it is in favour of Britain staying in Europe at the EU Referendum in June.

The Vice-Chancellor, Dame Julia Goodfellow, sent an email to alumni detailing why the University is in favour of Britain choosing remain at the

referendum on 23 June.

The email stated: “The referendum on the European Union will be one of the most important political decisions in this country in a generation.

“The University of Kent, as an institution, believes that the UK’s EU membership helps us to provide opportunities for students and staff, and we will be arguing for the UK’s continued membership.”

This came as a shock to many students, who thought that the University would remain

neutral due to representing many different people.

The Vice-Chancellor’s message did also mention however that regardless of how the referendum goes, the University “will remain committed to engagement with Europe”.

Looking at the facts about the University’s relationship with Europe, Sir David Warren, Chair of the University Council, said: “Roughly 14 per cent of new students, 18 per cent of postgraduate students, and 22

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ere at the “UK’s European University”, we are aware of our close links to Europe.

Not only do a lot of students take years abroad as part of their course, but there are also quick transport links to mainland Europe.

As an institution representing many different students from all sorts of backgrounds, the University took it’s time to declare which side of the argument they were on, but have recently come out in favour of remaining in Europe.

Of course, that wasn’t obvious beforehand... the University has been very obvious for weeks about their preference for staying in Europe.

Exhibit A: The blow up EU flag outside the ViceChancellor’s office.

This is a clear declaration by the VC’s office that they are

hoping Britain votes to stay in the EU, disguised by them saying it is to raise awareness of the referendum and get students to vote.

Exhibit B: The “Kent in Europe” banners that have been seen around campus.

Although once again the banners don’t explicitly say “vote remain on 23 June”, the phrase “Kent in Europe”, written over an EU flag, gives a pretty clear message.

Exhibit C: The appearance on campus of Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change Amber Rudd, who is part of the Britain Stronger In Europe campaign. Anyone seen any MPs supporting the Leave campaign? Didn’t think so.

Rudd came to Kent to take questions from an assembled audience of students, arriving on a huge tour bus, referred to as the ‘Battle Bus’ by MPs, with “A Brighter Future In: Britain Stronger in Europe” splashed across every side of it. Rudd’s visit was in theory to campaign

for the Remain campaign, but it was interesting to me that she was met predominantly by people who were already part of the Stronger In campaign.

For a “campaign trail” this seemed odd to me - why campaign to a group of people with the same ideas as you?

Exhibit D: The “We are European” campaign which was launched at the start of summer term. The campaign includes a video with various students explaining why they are European, and saying the words “I am European” and “We are European” in various languages. I’ll give it to them, it’s a cool video. But again, a little obvious.

This campaign saw a huge blow-up ‘We Are European’ sign on the plaza outside Essentials, with a woman stood next to it handing out leaflets about years abroad.

Do the University actually think they’re fooling anyone when they say this campaign has NOTHING to do with the

per cent of our academic staff, come from continental Europe.

“About 20 per cent of Kent’s research income is won from European funds.

We have academic centres in four European capitals.

Our geographical situation and partnerships with other European universities serve to reinforce our European identity.”

He continued on to explain how the University came to this decision: “In its discussions about the forthcoming EU referendum, the University Council, the governing body of the University, has endorsed the view of Universities UK that continued membership of the EU is in the interests of the UK’s higher educational sector.

“Given that a decision to leave the European Union would damage the educational objectives of the University of Kent, as the Council noted in our last meeting, our view is that the University, as a corporate entity, should support the Remain side of the argument in

the referendum.

“The Council is however strongly committed to free speech and debate. It recognises that there is a wide spectrum of opinion on the UK’s membership of the European Union and it believes that the University should provide opportunities for all views to be expressed and discussed.

The Vice-Chancellor, Dame Julia Goodfellow, said: “I strongly encourage all students to register to vote. You will have your own views on the benefits of the UK remaining in the EU. From the point of view of the University, it is both culturally and financially important that we continue to have strong links with Europe.”

All UK citizens over the age of 18 are eligible to vote in the referendum, where they will choose whether the UK ‘Remains’ or ‘Leaves’ the EU. Registration to vote in the EU Referendum closes on 7 June. You can register to vote at gov.uk/register-tovote.

referendum? Sure, it’s about the University having strong links to Europe too, but come on!

Let’s give it to Kent, they do have their reasons. I mean, they have campuses spread all over Europe, it makes sense that it’s in their interests for those campuses to be united

under the banner of Europe.

I don’t even know why the University even bothered to hide the fact that it’s proEurope.

University of Kent, I’d advise you to change the slogan if you want to fool people, because otherwise cover up, your bias is showing.

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Graduate pay stagnates in last decade Issues

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tatistics show that graduate earnings have frozen over the last ten years.

However, the latest statistics published by The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, show that graduate students still have a career advantage over their non-graduate peers. Those who have postgraduate degrees and higher grades earn more than those with undergraduate degrees and lower grades.

Jo Johnson, the Universities Minister told the BBC that these latest statics show that: “Graduates continue to benefit from higher employment rates and earnings. More students than ever before, including from disadvantaged backgrounds,

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t’s the typical route, enforced by parental pressure and posing as a bridge to achieving ambitions. Is it, however, a

are achieving their dream of a university education”.

Yet despite graduates still earning more than nongraduates by £9,500 a year, graduate pay has not

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risen in correlation with the cost of living.

Whilst the average young graduate earns £24,000 nowadays, this wage hasn’t risen at all since 2008.

However, inflation has risen thoroughfare to a ‘successful’ life? A degree is often sold on a principle that invokes a passion and poses as the ticket: want to be an astronaut? Astrophysics BSc. Want to become a banker?

Economics BSc. Writer?

English Literature BA. Lawyer?

LLB. Want to pay your rent? You can’t. Whilst campaigns,

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by an average of two per cent a year. Yet, depending on your degree, starting wages may be below this £24,000 average.

For students who graduate with degrees in humanities, starting wages may be as low as £12,000, whilst those who study chemical engineering could start off making up to £30,000 a year.

In the last year, the living wage has risen from £7.85 to £8.25 per hour, however according to a survey this April, the average 25-year-old earns only £7.20 per hour.

These figures could apply to non graduates too, however with 31 per cent of graduates filling non-graduate jobs, the figures are even across the board.

With the rising cost of living in many parts of the country, and with inflation continuing, many students may struggle to pay off their student debts as quickly as they had hoped. programmes, and schemes employ strategies to increase the number of students in disadvantaged areas who apply to university – the advantages of the degree remain static. University acts as a springboard which implores you to pursue passions. These passions however result in considerable debt, and therefore become more of a burden – especially in an ever-more competitive job market.

It’s all well and good to say that money means nothing; that living your life for a paycheque is pointless and you must do something you truly care about, but if the bare necessities can’t be bought, what’s the point?

This is assuming that students will be fulfilled by the jobs they start after graduating, and that the degree itself put these students in those positions. In 2015, 58.8 per cent of graduates were found to be in positions deemed non-graduate roles. More graduates emerged on the market than the creation of high-skilled jobs, a further argument against university

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attendance. In addition to this, positions in companies that are traditionally non-graduate roles are often renamed to graduate positions, following the surplus of applicants with a degree, whilst retaining the same skills,

thereby wasting the knowledge learned at graduate level.

Considering that rather than boosting the intellectual and economic standard of the job market jobs have simply stayed static, surely the degree has just become a novelty, slowly chasing its dream of becoming the norm?

Part of the problem, it seems to me, is the lack of a desire by employers to stimulate creativity in the workplace.

Whilst some roles simply do not require the skills picked up whilst at university, they can be adapted slightly in order to motivate graduates

to tackle problems differently, increasing efficiency in the workplace and leading to an overall increase in profits.

Furthermore, the more obvious solution is to generate more high-skilled jobs in order to keep up with the influx in graduates. Demotivating the idea that university is a pathway to success is, however, not a solution, as it will simply instil a mind frame that encourages the ‘dumbing down’ of the country.

Overall, there seems to be a false dichotomy between getting a degree at university and choosing a route saturated by work placements, apprenticeships, and internships. University teaches skills that are both purposeful and analytic, whilst placements develop business skills.

This dichotomy also stands with entrepreneurship, seen as an antithesis to university.

Universities need to encourage entrepreneurship in order to motivate students to create the next wave in the job market, one that motivates creativity and creates positions for the subsequent generations of graduates.

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Examining the examinations Sibhekile Magagula

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here really couldn’t be a better time of year to write this article, for reasons quite obvious to us all. It’s exam term, where we get to be examined on what we’ve learnt throughout the last academic year – to put it as practically as possible.

But does it get as practical as that? Statistics show a link between exams and long-term stress related conditions. So this examination phenomenon should be one hell of a hefty one. But just how accurate is this kind of assessment?

So, ideally, an examination paper is a combination of all the significant topics that would have been covered during lessons. It may not be every single topic that makes it into the exam script, but the most crucial ones supposedly do. By crucial, we mean the ones which would more readily enhance the skills that the student is supposed to walk away with after an academic year.

Lecturers, we’d like to believe, follow the syllabus, which gives us guidance to the not-

to-be-overlooked aspects of a certain module. So, being the professionals that they are, they should know which topics will most effectively assess the student. It is a question

too. So, is it safe then to say if I have studied then I have learned?

Education is an undeniably beautiful ornament, and the prestige that is attached to

one of school and passing all assessments. It would be, however, quite unfair to write someone off for failing their assessments, saying they have not learned. It is very possible

of quality versus quantity.

You may learn all the topics and their facts off by heart, but still have not acquired the ideal skills – what we call cramming. But one can argue that cramming is still studying

doing well at school is very much admirable. However, its subjectivity cannot be ignored.

In fact, the term ‘education’ is in itself subjective and ambiguous. Of course, the primary understanding is the

that someone does learn and understand well what is taught, but just somehow fails to put it down on paper in the way it is supposed to be put across.

After all, an examination is not a mere regurgitation of

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facts learned, but a question of applying those facts appropriately. With conditions such as autism, as well as other similar learning difficulties, assessment would not be said to be an accurate measure of having learned. Furthermore, with statistics linking exams and stress, clearly, most students do not take their exams in a perfect condition – mentally and psychologically.

In addition, other factors such as family problems, relationship problems, and many other personal issues do affect the mind. These are realities that no one calls upon themselves, and definitely no one orders the time of their occurrence. With such realities rife, assessment could not be a sure-enough measure of what has been learned.

Assessment is a part of school that I personally feel is vital, and would object against its annulment. However, I am more informed about the factors that affect grades to be ignorant.

We can be assessed on how much we have learned only through exams. They are a gauge of the learning process.

Fear-mongering and the EU referendum Miles Howells

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n the current EU referendum campaign, there are very high stakes for both the Leave and Remain campaigns.

Each side wants to set forward a case that will make the people vote their way, and of course one of the best motivators is fear. Something which is being employed, left, right, and centre, through media outlets.

There has been, however, a worrying trend in the exaggeration of the consequences, and it is beginning to look like the British public are being taken for fools.

Claims of a financial meltdown if Brexit was chosen as the consequence of the election has led to a nonsensical exaggeration of scenarios that leaving the EU would cause.

Take for instance David Cameron’s recent assertion that Brexit would not be a contributing factor in future war and even genocide in Europe. Never mind that there has been war and ethnic cleansing in Europe post the formation of the EU - the Yugoslav Wars of the 1990s.

Or that Nato - which takes an attack on one member as an attack on all - is the biggest contributor to peace in Europe since the Second World War. Does the Prime Minister seriously believe that this apocalyptic scenario is going to persuade anyone? I can only imagine that his next speech will warn of rivers turning to blood and fire shooting from the sky.

You have to wonder why David Cameron, only a few months ago, was indicating he would lead the Leave campaign

if he did not win the demands he said that he would get from the EU. This does not entirely square with the Prime Minister’s rhetoric now. Would he really have led a campaign that he knew would cause financial

ruin? And in light of his recent comments, surely he was playing with fire by promising a referendum if it would lead to a world war?

This form of fear mongering is not only insulting to the intelligence of the British

public, but also underlines the real importance of the issue at hand.

What should motivate both sides of this campaign is what Britain wants to be, not threats of imaginary bogeymen hiding under the bed.

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Are we living in ignorance?

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or a while I could not watch the news because my eyes would turn to rain. Even now, I prefer to read about the atrocities, deaths, and poverty than see it on a screen where it is all too real and visceral.

When a news headline reads something like “Ministers to ‘look again’ at immigration bill over child refugees plan”, all humanity is sapped away into a dry patch of political, formal rhetoric. I care, but not as much as when the title is a quote and there are pictures.

I recently looked at an article on the lives of refugees in Europe. While I sat in a room in France, I read about people desperately trying to escape their liminal existence in an Idomeni refugee camp.

The Guardian described the camps as ‘porous’, completely exposed to anyone, and thus often prone to violence, such as a girl’s tent being set fire to

and her arms being severely burned as a result. When I saw the word, I instantly thought of ‘porous’ as it relates to the beauty industry, blared over adverts for chemical concoctions that for the same price could probably buy a mosquito net.

The divide between those who have spare money to throw out to big corporations for things we don’t need and those who don’t have enough to buy food, pass borders, and most importantly find solace in places that are safe, paralyses me with guilt.

How can I lie in the sun eating expensive cheese and drinking wine, laughing with

friends and indulging in doing nothing when there are

constitutes the bare essentials: food, shelter, clothing and eventually education and a job.

Is there much more we need?

I feel like it should be the world’s paramount duty to firstly provide these necessities, and only then let anyone indulge in buying a lampshade the price of several meals because it’s beautiful.

Only then can I enjoy walking around, not doing much, and buying things I love but do not need.

But I and everyone around me live in Photo by The Blue Diamond Gallery this blissful cocoon of ignorance. A shrine of privilege that is slowly Photo by Pixabay.com eroding as we see children washed up on the beach, dead. people frantically fleeing for I cry when I see or read about freedom? A freedom which these events because with each

death I imagine the suffering myself and I feel it so intensely that anything I do from that point that is not helping to alleviate the pain of others feels vile.

It’s not the purest form of empathy, but it hits me with a shiver of cold, a numbing sensation in my bones as I feel paralysed with a shock realisation and a heightened awareness of my own body as I write this: warm, comfortable, all perfectly unharmed. I am thinking about a body cream I recently used and cannot shake the feeling of disgusting privilege. Feeling guilty about these things is wasted energy that we can only indulge in because we have so much. But equally, doing nothing is like watching flowers wilt when there was water nearby, it was just hidden behind a bundle of stuff: a laptop, a new top, coffee, a cinema ticket, and all those other things we buy whilst people suffer.

“Campaigning” is just false advertising Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief

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s part of the Britain Stronger in Europe campaign, MPs from the crossparty collaboration have been visiting universities around the country to campaign for students to get involved and vote in the upcoming EU Referendum.

On 13 April, Amber Rudd, the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change and MP for Hastings and Rye, came to the University of Kent’s Canterbury campus.

She was greeted by a hoard of students who are part of the Stronger In campaign, all wearing their campaign T-shirts, and all clapping as she got off the heavily branded bus.

I half expected them to lift her up onto their shoulders and carry her around campus.

There was a drinks reception and a very brief press meeting, where Rudd spoke to journalists from the two local Canterbury papers, and also from InQuire.

This press meeting was very tightly run by members of the campaign team, who had been present for hours before Rudd turned up, making sure that everything was just right.

Needless to say she paid next to no attention to the presentation of the room, and went straight to questions from the audience gathered.

It immediately struck me that the majority of the people in the room, and indeed the people who were being asked to pose their questions to Amber, were people from the campaign group; students already in Stronger In T-shirts.

Is it just me who thinks that’s wildly pointless?

If someone is already campaigning for Britain Stronger In Europe, or indeed any cause, they’re surely the last person you should be speaking to as part of a ‘campaign tour’. The idea of this being a campaign is therefore a false one.

The point of the tour is to draw attention to the campaign, sure. Indeed, there

was even a segment on the ITV Meridian News that evening to say she’d come, so the so-called “battle bus” is managing to draw press attention.

The campaign team cannot however try to say that the point of the tour is to convince people of the message of the

Stronger In campaign, as the people they were speaking to were already convinced. No campaigning happened that day.

The point of a campaign, especially for a cause like the EU referendum that will affect everyone in the country

whether they realise it or not, is to convince people to exercise their right to vote.

Sitting for an hour with a cup of tea and a croissant or two and chatting to a group of people who agree with you is just called ‘having breakfast’ in my book.

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he summer months can often seem long and (sometimes) boring. A brilliant way to prevent boredom is to try your hand at something new. Jessica Duncan suggests some projects to keep you busy this summer.

Origami: With all the paper left over from revision and classes throughout the year, why not turn the hard work into a new, creative hobby? Instead of crumpling the pages up and tossing them into the wastebasket, folding them into things such as paper planes is easy compared to some of the ideas on Pinterest. Practice makes perfect, and soon you’ll be the master of origami, creating all sorts of shapes, like lotus flowers and swans. Whether you follow a step-by-step guide showing each fold, or use a template with the fold lines already printed on, the craft takes a bit of time and plenty of patience, as well as a steady hand.

Bath Bombs: Whilst most of us don’t have the money to treat ourselves to luxurious bath bombs from places such as Lush, they can be made using just a few household ingredients that you

or your housemates probably have in the cupboard at university. You simply need baking soda, citric acid, salts, water, essential oil, olive oil, and food colouring - but not too much or you’ll stain your bath. Some shop bought ones include glitter, which can be a nightmare to clean after a relaxing soak, so in doing your own version you get to decide what does or perhaps doesn’t go into it. There are plenty of how to guides on Pinterest, it’s simply a case of finding the perfect one for you.

Lemonade: Inspired by the new Beyoncé album, why not make your own lemonade! As well as being healthier, knowing what’s going into your body and how much sugar is in your drink, it’s also rewarding, putting in the hard work and enjoying something you produced. For the basic recipe, you need one and a half cups of lemon juice, a quarter of a cup of sugar, and five cups of water. However, it doesn’t have to be simple, so try adding blended and whole raspberries for a bit more flavour, or mint, lemon, and sparkling water for a drink similar to a mojito, minus the alcohol. Pinterest has many different recipes, so have a go!

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ith summer fast approaching, and exams looming, there is no better time to start planning your summer travels. However, being students, money plays a big factor on the ability to travel, so here is my guide to travelling on a budget.

Work abroad: A good way of dealing with low funds whilst travelling is to work abroad. There are endless possibilities from waitressing, to au pairing, or even farm work. It’s a good way of earning a bit of spending money whilst staying abroad. Although the pay won’t be spectacular, it will be an amazing experience.

Teach English: This is a very good way of seeing the world. TEFL allows you to teach English in a foreign country. While some companies will require you to have the qualification,

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Scientists have discovered a new way of reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

A team from Harvard Medical School and MIT have developed an invisible elastic film that is applied to the skin in order to mimic the appearance of youthful skin, which could replace those hundreds of creams you have hidden away but have never used. Although the product needs more testing, it is currently being looked at as a potential cosmetic product, although eventually the scientists believe it could be used to deliver sun protection or medicines. In the meantime however, keep your skin protected, wearing sun cream regularly as the weather gets hotter.

many others just ask for native English speakers. This can be a very rewarding way of spending your summer!

Websites: There are so many amazing websites out there that have made travelling much more accessible.

The website Airbnb is a great way to find cheaper accommodation in destinations worldwide, giving you the option to rent an entire apartment or even just a room. Hostelworld makes finding hostels a much easier process.

If you’re looking for a cheaper way of getting around, BlaBlaCar is a car sharing service that gives you the opportunity to find someone travelling to the same destination as you. The site includes reviews for both the driver and passenger, ensuring that safety is a priority.

Student discount: Being a student has its uses! Many travel companies offer student discounts or special deals so make sure to keep an eye out.

Science and Technology News Manon Charles Newspaper Features Editor

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o you have a secret? Well you could be found out by the way you write your emails. New research conducted at the University of Maryland has examined the language used in more than 59,000 emails of around 61 participants. Using special software, the scientists discovered that people keeping secrets were much more socially active than expected, taking great care to maintain relationships with those who they were keeping in the dark, sending more emails than previously.

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famous Psycho once said, “We all go a little mad sometimes”.

Whether you think that’s true or not, there is one time of year where every student is pushed to the edge of sanity.

Unless, of course, you’re one of the lucky lot with no exams. Whether you’re experiencing exam stress yourself or want to help someone else, here are four top tips to keep sane during exam season.

4. Meditate Yes, it’s a cliché. A lot of us assume meditation is the stuff of hippies.

Maybe it isn’t for everyone, but don’t be so quick to knock it until you try it. Meditation can be done for any length of time (although I personally recommend 5-20 minutes). Start by simply sitting in a comfortable position, then close your eyes and focus on your breathing. If you’re looking for more advice, wikiHow has a great guide on how to meditate. Give it a try, you may surprise yourself. If nothing else, it’s a good excuse to procrastinate!

3. Get away from your laptop This is my big mistake. You got halfway through a day of studying and your brain is fried. “But I’ve been having breaks” you think to yourself.

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But what were you doing in those breaks; playing games on your laptop?

Watching YouTube clips? Checking Facebook? You’ll find it’s no break if you’re still sat in the same study space.

So get away from it, watch some TV, take a nap in your room or, god forbid, GO OUTSIDE. It’ll do you the world of good.

2. Eat, Pray, Sleep In other words, keep healthy. Three meals a day, eight hours sleep, it’s not rocket science. But don’t forget the little things - that chocolate bar may make

a good reward, but if you’re looking to keep alert, get some healthy snacks in where you can.

1. Get ready Start each day by getting showered and dressed. This little step will help you feel instantly energised. Revising in your pyjamas may seem like a good idea at the time, but they’ll likely leave you feeling ready to get back into bed within a couple of hours.

And that’s it. Follow these steps and maybe you’ll be able to keep yourself a little saner. Good luck!

Adobe Photoshop Express: We are all familiar with the Adobe Photoshop brand, and this app is perfect for beginners! It has an easy to use interface that will make your editing experience much easier, from cropping and rotating to more advanced edits such as removing blemishes and changing exposure.

Faded: If you want to get a bit more experimental with your photography, this could be the app for you! Like

many other apps, it allows you to edit your pictures, however it also includes a double exposure feature. This allows you to layer two pictures into one, which could add some depth to your photos.

Instagram: Once you’ve used the rest of the apps to perfect your picture, it’s time to share it with the world!

Instagram is the ultimate photo-sharing platform, allowing you to edit your pictures before posting.

Great apps for amateur photographers Manon Charles Newspaper Features Editor

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hotography is a big part of our lives.

Whether you’re a notorious drunk selfie taker, a food instagrammer, or a nature photographer, we all love documenting our lives. But how do you take your photography to the next level? Nowadays almost everyone has a smartphone, enabling us to edit our pictures on the go. Here are some of the best apps for any photographer out there.

Manual: This app lets you have complete control of the settings of your camera, giving you control over shutter speed, focus, and exposure. It transforms your phone camera into something so much more professional.

Litely: Cole Rise, a professional photographer who is responsible for many of Instagram’s filters, created this app. It allows you to enhance your photos very subtly whilst maintaining their original beauty.

VSCO: This app is a social network in itself, allowing you to find other users and follow them. However, this app is more focused on the photographic aspect, allowing you to edit your pictures in a very no-frills way.

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1. What do you call a belt of watches?

A waist of time!

2. What do you call the security guards outside Samsung?

Guardians of the Galaxy.

3. I think I want a job cleaning mirrors. It’s something I could really see myself doing.

4. Why was the scarecrow promoted?

He was outstanding in his field.

5. What did the Lion King tell Simba when he was walking too slowly?

Mufasa!

6. What do you call an alligator that wears a vest?

An investigator.

7. Why should you not write about a blunt pencil?

Because it’s pointless.

8. Why does Wally wear a striped shirt?

Because he doesn’t want to be spotted.

9. Why did the tomato blush?

Because he saw the salad dressing.

10. What did one ocean say to the other?

Nothing, they just waved.

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Strawberry Pavlova Serves: 6 – 8 people Cooking time: 1 hour 25 minutes Ingredients: 4 egg whites 250g caster sugar 1 tsp white wine vinegar 1 tsp cornflour

1 tsp vanilla extract 500g strawberries hulled and halved 3 tbsp. icing sugar 350ml double cream

Method 1) Heat oven to 150C/130C fan/gas mark 2. Using a pencil, mark out the circumference of a dinner plate on baking parchment. Whisk the egg whites with a hand mixer until they form stiff peaks, then whisk in the sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, until the meringue looks glossy. Whisk in the vinegar, cornflour, and vanilla.

2) Spread the meringue inside the circle, creating a crater by making the sides a little higher than the middle. Bake for one hour, then turn off the heat and let the Pavlova cool completely inside the oven.

3) When the meringue is cool, chop 100g of the strawberries. Mix them with 2 tbsp of the icing sugar. Place in a food processor, blitz until smooth, or do it the old-fashioned way with a fork (though this will take longer), then push the fruit mixture through a sieve. Whip the cream with the remaining icing sugar and spread over the meringue. Put the remaining fruit on the cream, and finally, pour the sauce over the whole lot.

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Party in the Car Park preview Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief

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very year, for one night only, the visitor’s car-park near Woolf College is transformed into the venue for Kent Union’s Party in the Car Park.

The line-up was announced on 11 May, here’s what you’ve got to look forward to!

Katy B Katy B has been around for many

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years now, with everyone probably knowing her big hit “On a Mission”.

If that doesn’t ring a bell, listen to it, I promise it will! Also, while you’re at it, check out the Arctic Monkeys’ cover of it, because that’s pretty awesome too.

Recently she’s been back with her recent hit “Who Am I”, and she’s sure to be a big hit on the night, getting everyone dancing and having a great time.

Recommended tracks: “5am”, “Who Am I”, and “Crying for no Reason”

KreptxKonan Best known for their club smash “Freak of the Week”, this duo is another act who are set to get people dancing and have the tents packed out at this year’s event.

Recommended tracks: “Freak of the Week”, “Last Night”, and “Falling”.

Zak Abel Zak has been around for about a year now, and has enjoyed great success.

Again, he’s a bit of an indie act, but with music that you can definitely dance to.

He’s even worked with Gorgon City in the past on their single “Unmissable”.

Recommended tracks: “Everybody Needs Love”, “Unmissable”, and “Say Sumthin”.

University Acts Alongside these great acts, there will also be a set from the winner of this year’s Keynestock event, which will take place on 28 May. As well as this, the student radio station, CSRfm, will be

Everything Everything Everything Everything are a step away from the usual dance music that fills the Party in the Car Park tents, with a more indie sound, but still one you can get your groove on to.

Their recent album, ‘Get to Heaven’, has been a huge success, as well as their previous work.

Recommended tracks: “Distant Past”, “Kemosabe”, and “Duet”.

doing a DJ set on the night.

This year’s Party in the Car Park will take place on 4 June, tickets are on sale now for £40 from the Kent Union website.

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Game of Thrones season six review Ellesse Cooke

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ame of Thrones has been back for four episodes now and this season is already showing signs of being the most dramatic yet. Ongoing storylines are hitting hard, and new storylines are setting up for the traumatic

impact we all know Game of Thrones loves to bring. With that in mind, massive SPOILER ALERT for the first four episodes of season six, and some reference to previous seasons.

So, one of the major elements of last season that sent the internet into a flurry was Jon Snow getting stabbed to

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death by other members of the Watch.

This was owing to Jon’s integration of the Wildlings among the rest of his people. People were complaining about it and speculating how he could be brought back and why he’ll be brought back.

So, does the season premiere see Jon Snow up and running? No. At the end of episode two however, we see Melisandre bring him back from the dead. But if this wasn’t fantasy enough for you Lord Snow fans, he then goes on to execute the main perpetrators behind his murder. Then to top it all off, he declares he is leaving before this can have consequences.

Moving across the Narrow Sea to Meereen, where, attempting to deal with the Sons of the Harpy, is everyone’s favourite witty duo - Tyrion and Varys. Grey Worm and Missandei are helping too, but they’re a bit out of the loop on the banter of their foreign friends. Nevertheless, they’re now the only liberated city left, so it looks like the team is heading for round two

against the slavers.

Keeping in the hot climate, things in Dorne aren’t going so well, at least for the men. Having just murdered Myrcella last season, Ellaria kills her brother-in-law and has her insane assassin daughters kill his son on the boat back to King’s Landing. Luckily Cersei and Jaime have got word that Dorne is slowly becoming The Sandsnake School For Girls, and alert the council in King’s Landing.

Finally, we can’t end a talk about Game of Thrones without discussing everyone’s favourite psycho, Ramsay Bolton. He’s off to a great start, feeding his girlfriend’s corpse to his dogs, brooding over the loss of his favourite playthings Reek and Sansa, and has his father threatening to potentially make his new son the next Lord of Winterfell.

Predictably, Ramsay is having none of this, and proceeds to murder Roose, Walda, and Baby Bolton. And to those of you unfamiliar with the show who thinks this is a dark note to end on, that’s Game of Thrones in a nutshell.

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Film review: The Jungle Book Miles Howell

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ollowing the success of Cinderella (2015), Disney announced a slew of live-action adaptions of its animated classics, such as Beauty and the Beast and the Little Mermaid. For those who feel nervous that their favourite films will be now tarnished by these new adaptions, I can happily say that the new version of the Jungle Book looks like a good example of what is to come.

For those who do not know the plot, the child Mowgli is raised by animals in the jungles of India as a ‘man-cub’, before the man-hating tiger Shere Khan forces him to leave for human civilisation. Along the way, Mowgli gets into many scrapes, and encounters friends and foes, all the while trying to evade Shere Khan. Apart from Mowgli, played impressively by newcomer Neel Sethi, the animals in the jungle are computer animated. Well-known actors such as Idris Elba (Shere Khan) and Scarlett Johansson (Kaa) lend their voices to these parts, but Bill Murray particularly shines in his role as Baloo.

The Jungle Book closely follows the plot of the 1967 original, which itself was a very loose animated adaption of the works by Rudyard Kipling. For example, the ape, King Louis, voiced here by the ever brilliant Christopher Walken, is present, despite debuting in the 1967 film.

Despite this, the film has a slightly darker tone than the original, more in tone to Kipling as evidenced by the removal of the comic relief element of the vultures and elephants (though these animals do appear).

Fans of the original also need not fear that this film will not be a musical,

as it contains two of the 1967 film’s most iconic songs, which are still as memorable today.

For those looking for a respectful take on the original film that appeals to everyone and will have you humming those old familiar songs as you leave the cinema, look no further.

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The return of Radiohead: A Moon Shaped Pool

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ay 2 – 8 2016 will be marked down as Radiohead Week on many fans’ calendars this year. On May 3, the first single from ‘A Moon Shaped Pool’, “Burn the Witch”, was released, accompanied by a Wicker Man-inspired (and very creepy) music video. It was just enough to muster up enough hype that when they bounced back three days later with another music video for the depressingly morose yet utterly spellbinding “Daydreaming”, alongside the news that their album would drop on 8 May, the internet screamed.

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, famed director/cinematographer and good friend of Radiohead No. 2 Jonny Greenwood, we see a hapless Thom Yorke aimlessly entering room after room, never stopping to acknowledge, let alone appreciate, his surroundings.

“Daydreaming” is a patient, emotive, sorrowful ballad reminiscent of previous LP “The King of Limbs’” single “Codex”, and features the utmost quality from each member of the band.

Thom’s remorseful piano lick and subtle electrics complement Greenwood’s strings beautifully, and it makes me unashamedly say it sends me into a daydream myself.

After vomiting from the stench of cheese that polluted my previous sentence, it’s time to focus on the whole package. ‘A Moon Shaped Pool’; a typically-Radiohead metaphor and name of their ninth album, 25 years into their legendary career, has an alphabetical track listing (why not?), and features songs that the band have flirted with live for the past few months, and in some cases, years.

Many fan theories kindled around how introspective, personal, and therefore ‘depressing’ the album would be (and we all know that depressing Radiohead

is the best kind of Radiohead, right?)

The third song, “Decks Dark”, has Yorke addressing an alien apocalypse scenario in a very melodic, catchy fashion. The outro then blends into Desert Island Disk, a mainly-acoustic number that on first impression could easily have been snatched from Nick Drake’s ‘Pink Moon’; that is until Radiohead’s traditional swirly atmospherics begin to flutter around in the distance of the noise.

Full Stop then takes its time to approach, with a TKOL-esque electronic drum pattern and brooding JeanMichel Jarre-inspired synth overlay.

The next track “Glass Eyes” turns the speed and intensity down a notch, and again features the perfect mixing of piano, electrics, and strings. “Identikit” seems to have been clutched from demo sessions of ‘Hail to the Thief’’s production, and features choir vocals towards the climax of the song - which appear in “Decks Dark” too. This is something never really attempted by Radiohead before, since we are usually just treated to Thom’s lovely nasal whine.

“The Numbers” then follows, and it sees the band at its most progressive yet. Pretty piano arpeggios coursing through the left and right track make way for an addictive acoustic riff, as we are treated to an incredibly-skilled musical narrative of many chapters.

Towards the end of the track we are treated to another stunning orchestral arrangement similar to that of Sigur Rós’ masterpiece “Ágætis Byrjun”, and I’m reminded again of just how much of a genius Jonny Greenwood is.

Radiohead then continue the album’s alphabetical chronology with “Present Tense”, a song heavily influenced by

Latino music, with shuffling drums and lyrics persuading us to dance that remind me a lot of Sufjan Stevens’ “Illinois”.

The idea of the penultimate track, “Tinker Tailor Soldier Sailor Rich Man Poor Man Thief”, is plucked from an ancient children’s counting rhyme; it features Thom’s conventional nasal falsetto piercing the melancholic piano and minimalistic industrial percussion, and again we are met with loud, swirling atmospherics and strings.

The track fizzles out beautifully too, and smoothly glides into the closer, “True Love Waits”. First performed back in 1995 and featured on Radiohead’s live EP ‘I Might Be Wrong’, TLW has been a fan favourite for a very long time, and is one of the most requested songs at live shows.

This is surely a highlight to fans who have been waiting for this moment for over twenty years. Thom’s passionatelydelivered, despairingly personal, and desperately morose lyrics can pull at even the tightest of heartstrings, and it is the perfect way to finish an album Radiohead-style. Thom alone with a piano is when he is at his most emotionally transparent, and he sets the mood perfectly here.

Here we have another conventionallyRadiohead album that doesn’t fail to deliver. They could hit rocks with sticks for forty-five minutes and still find a way to captivate the masses.

They can do whatever they want, and I’m certain they will be appreciated no matter what direction they choose to take from here.

Here we have a confident, thoughtthrough, gorgeous collection of songs from a band who are the undisputed kings of alternative rock.

Songs on repeat

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Panic! at the Disco feat. Lolo “Miss Jackson” Ok Go - “Get Over It”

Beyonce - “Hold Up” Biffy Clyro - “Wolves of Winter” Coldplay - “Up and Up” Jonas Blue feat. Dakota - “Fast Car”

Calvin Harris & Rihanna - “This Is What You Came For” Sia - “Cheap Thrills”

Little Mix feat. Sean Paul “Hair” Nick Jonas feat. Tove Lo “Closer” Kanye West feat. Rihanna & Swizz Beatz - “Famous”

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Review: The Gulb Grand Slam Championship 2016 ...where all the previous winners of Kent’s biggest poetry slam went head-to-head to be crowned the Wise Words Champion.

Katrine Solvaag

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idden away in The Yurt of the Secret Garden, the monthly Gulb Slam shifted venue for its honorary Grand Slam Championship. The host, Dan Simpson, opened up with a brilliant poem, fusing maths and life. The feature act, Michael James Parker, performed poems throughout the event, shocking the audience with the strength of his voice as he performed without the microphone, communicating his teenage dream of being a rock star. The slam itself was opened by Neelam Saredia, with a sacrificial poem, detailing her hatred and her father’s fondness of the film Shrek.

The competition was made more interesting by the fact that the night before, Dan had decided that each poet was to perform two poems, one in each half of the event, a fact he didn’t deem necessary to relay to the performers until an hour before,

resulting in a mob of half-panicked poets giving Dan an evil stare while

scrolling through their phones, desperately searching for a second poem.

This however, did not impact on the quality of the slam – Will Turner, Slam Champion 2016

producing poetic tales of quests for beards, debates about whether or not the future will have curry, the various sounds encountered within a hospital, as well as embedded warnings about the danger of alcohol abuse. It soon became clear that the high amount of food-related pieces resulted in a few rumbling stomachs, as people came trickling back with burgers and chips from the nearby Pork & Co. stand after the break.

Ultimately, the Gulb Slam Grand Championship was awarded to the very deserving Will Turner, who was invited back up on stage for yet another magnetic performance.

The downside of the afternoon was that the already two-hour long event overran by a half hour.

Nevertheless, on the whole, the slam delivered a varied array of performances of a high standard, reflected in the increasingly higher scores given by the judges.

Coming up at The Gulbenkian Bafta Shorts

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he British Academy of Film and Television Awards (Baftas) are well-loved and respected by many around the globe. This month, The Gulbenkian are screening a series of short live action and animated films selected by Bafta.

Included in this selection are a tale of primal scream therapy, an investigation into the enigmatic crime scene, an emergency services operator trying to help a mother save her child’s life, and the story of a Hasidic Jew in crisis, torn between his community and the possibilities of the lives of his peers.

This is an opportunity for students and film-lovers to discover the film-making talent of the future.

Date: Weds 25 May Time: 7pm Venue: The Gulbenkian cinema Price: Student: £5.30 Full: £8.30

Chester P’s Lyric Writing Workshop

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hester P is best known for his lyricism, storytelling, poetry, and spoken word prowess.

In this workshop, Chester will share his writing process with the audience, and will talk about concepts and relationships with the pen.

This is ideal for anyone who is into hip-hop, rapping, or MCing.

Date: Sat 28 May Time: 4:15pm Venue: The Gulbenkian Price: Student: FREE Full: FREE

Breakin’ Convention

This dance festival has been put together by Sadler’s Wells’, and features fantastic performances by companies from around the world.

It has been curated by UK hip-hop legend Jonzi D, who will also be hosting the event.

This is a great event for anyone who is into hip-hop, dance, or is just up for a good time.

Featured acts include The Ruggeds from The Netherlands, Antoinette Gomis from France, and Spanish company Iron Skulls Co. Well worth buying a ticket for anyone up for something different on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon.

Date: Sat 28 May and Sun 29 May Time: 7pm (Sat) and 3pm (Sun) Venue: The Gulbenkian Price: Student: £8.50 Full: £12.50

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What’s on at The Gulbenkian Poetry Chester P’s Lyric Writing Workshop

Sat 28 May - 4:15pm Known for his intricate lyricism, storytelling, poetry, and spoken word prowess, Chester P will be giving an insight into his writing process, concepts, and relationship with the pen. Admission is free.

Art Aerosol Alley Workshop

Sat 28 May - 1:00pm Build your own back alley, turn your name into a graffiti tag, and learn the skills of the spray can with graffiti artist and illustrator Émigré. Paint will be provided, but wear old clothes in case you get paint on them. Admission is free.

Theatre T24 - London Road

Thurs 2 June - 7:30pm & Fri 3 June - 7:30pm It’s 2006 and five prostitutes have been murdered in Ipswich. Watch how the community deals with the overbearing eyes of the media and how, ultimately, these tragic events bring a community closer together than ever before.

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Other Henry V & Kenneth Branagh Q&A - PG

Fri 27 May - 6:15pm With a focus on Branagh as one of Britain’s leading Shakespearean actor/directors, this Q&A will explore Shakespeare as an inspiration for filmmaking, covering his immeasurable cultural impact and why he remains so relevant today.

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Comics exhibition at Templeman Library Chloe Meyer

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Critical Comics and Cartoons” exhibition is now on display in The Gallery at the Templeman Library (Floor 1, West) on campus.

This exhibition investigates the issue of what it means to be ‘alternative’ and ‘critical’ in today’s contemporary society, through exploring the position of comics as an underground or marginal form.

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The exhibition showcases many forms of comic artwork, including originals, published work, and reprints, as well as paraphernalia.

The work on display is derived from various different sources, most prominently the Les Coleman Collection at the London College of Communication, the British Cartoon Archive at The University of Kent, and from personal collections of numerous British and American artists, including Andy Singer, Cristy C. Road, Darrin Bell, Gord Hill, and Hunt Emerson, to name just a few.

The exhibition can be visited free of charge, 8am - 9pm until 1 July, and has disabled access.

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Six useful tips for writing better poetry Claire Still Newspaper Culture Editor

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Let your subject find you Often the most powerful of subject matters come from the experiences of the poet themselves. Instead of looking hard for a subject and over-thinking it, let your life experiences inspire you. Whether it be a new beginning, a personal loss, or simply a reflection on your surroundings, let your subject find you and stimulate your poetic flow.

Celebrate the ordinary Recognise the miraculousness of the ordinary. What we very badly need to remember is that the things right under our noses are the most extraordinary, fascinating, irreplaceable, and profound things in life. Re-estranging ourselves to familiar things is an important part of what poetry allows us to do.

Read a lot, learn, and practice Read newspapers and online articles, engage yourself within your environment, and learn about the world around you - what would we write about if not the world and the wonders within it? Read other poets’ work too and learn from them, especially from the greats, including W.B Yeats, Emily Dickinson, William Wordsworth, and of course, William Shakespeare.

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If you get stuck, go for a walk or take a shower.

Sometimes all that is needed to kickstart the creative flow is a peaceful walk or a long, hot shower. Taking a break from your work and indulging in a calming and reflective time out is a great way to reawaken your mind. The creative process cannot be forced, so remember to take a breather, and often, ideas will come to you when you least expect them.

Read your poetry out loud Often, the meaning of a poem can truly reveal itself once read aloud, as it’s got as much to do with the sound

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the words make when we read them out loud as it has to do with what the words mean when we see them written down.

Even though poetry is predominantly written, we should not neglect the power of the spoken word.

Let others interpret your work People will always interpret your poetry differently. Even if these interpretations deviate from the one you anticipated, poetry is all about giving the reader freedom to interpret and seek out things that resonate with them in their own way, so don’t be shocked if they see something you didn’t.

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s a prolific reader of crime novels, it is hard to find something original, despite the large span of the genre.

There is nothing more boring than reading crime novels that essentially feature the same type of main character again and again.

The crime genre tends to find its protagonists in similar fashions, they are all detectives or pseudo-detectives, from Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot to Nancy Drew and Enid Blyton’s Famous Five. It is therefore rare indeed when the main character is not a detective at all.

Student poem of the week The Quest for the Beard

By Calum Collins For I must bow to all of you In these frightful hairy stakes The day is lost The battle you’ve won In the war against my face.

But once I heard a legend For that font of manliness I looked unto the best The great and bloody battles, Of the noble Norse conquest.

The Vikings had a legend Of Valhalla’s golden halls Those who died in battle Would walk upon it’s floors.

When you then ascend towards Odin’s shining throne Then will Grimnir grant you A beard all of your own.

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And there they would be granted All things manly and divine Beer and meat and violence Until the end of time.

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Kathy Reichs’ main character, Dr. Temperance Brennan, is a leading forensic anthropologist. In Spider Bones, when John Lowery is found dead in a body of water, there is no reason for this to seem like anything other than a run-of-the-mill murder, but the problem is that this man died many years ago in Vietnam whilst serving in the army. How can this be?

As Temperance knows, bones seldom lie, so now she has to find out how a man who died a hero in Vietnam could possibly be found drowned in a body of water in Canada so many years later. Tempe travels to Hawaii to check the military records for Lowery with her daughter, Katy, but when her on-off lover Andrew Ryan and his daughter join the two women, they are thrown

into danger.

Like most other crime novels, the book is not solely focused on the crime itself; the audience gets an insight into Temperance’s life outside of her work. She is a former-alcoholic who recently divorced her husband, has an on-and-off relationship with a homicide detective, and seems to understand bones better than people.

As the thirteenth book in this series, I thought that perhaps as someone who had never read the preceding volumes I would be lost. This was not the case, Reichs draws the reader in with insight, intrigue, and knowledge. As a forensic anthropologist herself, Reichs uses her own personal experiences to make the writing more realistic, whilst also making forensic anthropology exciting and interesting. There is something to be said for murders being solved not only by intuition but also from the bones of those who died long ago. This book is a must-read for those who enjoy crime but want to see it written in a new and creative way.

Seven Oscar Wilde quotes about literature “If one cannot enjoy reading a book over and over again, there is no use in reading it at all. “ “The books that the world calls immoral are books that show the world its own shame.”

“All bad poetry springs from genuine feeling.”

“A writer is someone who has taught his mind to misbehave.”

“A poet can survive everything but a misprint.”

“A book or poem which has no pity in it had better not be written.”

“With freedom, books, flowers, and the moon, who could not be happy?”

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A quick tour around The Wise Words Festival 2016 Saga Rådh Website Features Editor

Student art & design events to visit this summer Claire Still Newspaper Culture Editor

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he Greyfriar’s Secret garden is usually a quiet place that not many people think to visit because of its hidden location. But if you entered the garden between 30 April and 8 May you would have encountered the Wise Words Festival; a yearly event to inspire wonder and encourage curiosity through innovative and often unexpected encounters with poetry and storytelling. Suddenly the quiet garden was filled with activities, both day and night, and here follows a tour around some of my top events that took place at the festival: Midday Music Every day in the big yurt, which was the place for the larger events, there was some sort of music performance. A laid back opportunity to enjoy music, sitting on pillows together on the yurt floor. The performances ranged from operatic areas with Michelle Harris and Dan Harding, to May Day music and dancing for families with children.

Stories on the River The storyteller Emily Hennessey offered an alternative location to take you on a journey through folk tales, myths and legends, while

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poets was the show by local spoken word artist Helen Seymour. Her performance ‘To Helen Back’ was a surreal, exciting, and sometimes frightening story about a character wandering around a hospital, which could switch from extremely funny to dark and reflective in a second. “Her ideas are so mind-blowingly incredible, you can’t help to be entranced!” says Katrine Solvaag, after attending the show.

Poetry Pudding club and old fashioned cocktail bar Even if you didn’t attend the specific events, the festival was still a great place to hang out with people or even study for upcoming

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floating down the River Stour on a little punting boat. The babbling river and cooing moorhens became the soundscape to a whole world of stories, making it a truly magical experience.

Helen Seymour’s Poetry Show One of the many events with featured

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friendship, and fairy lights. As British author and broadcaster Lemn Sissay says: “Wise words has its head in the

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stars and its feet firmly on the ground”, and I agree.

Year-round programme Missed the festivities? No worries.

Even if they are not always hanging out in bohemian yurts, The Wise Words festival offers events all yearround, like the monthly Gulb Slam at the Gulbenkian, weekly journal sessions, and writers’ retreats.

Information about upcoming events can be found on their website: http://www.wisewordsfestival.co.uk.

Central Saint Martins Degree Show 2 When? 22-26 June Where? Central Saint Martins, London This show focuses on everything about design, from product design to graphic communications and spatial practices. With CSM’s incredible international reputation, this second degree show displays the most interesting and inspiring student work out there.

D&AD New Blood When? 5-7 July Where? Shoreditch, London D&AD’s showcase for new artistic talent brings together hundreds of creative graduates and aims to offer young creatives inspiration, learning, and genuine opportunities on their way into the industry.

New Designers When? 6-9 July (part two) Where? Business Design Centre, London New Designers returns this summer for the 31st time to showcase the talents of over 3,000 eager graduates in a wide range of disciplines. Part two includes work in graphic design, animation, illustration, and more, and will flaunt the creations of 50 emerging designers in their first year of business.

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exams. Every weeknight, Beardy Baker sold lovely puddings, and the open-air bar with cocktails served in mugs, old-fashioned bunting, and bartenders in flat caps seemed almost too good to be true.

These are just a few of the incredible events that the Wise Words Festival offered. Visiting the Festival was truly like stepping into a paradise of literature,

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Natalie Tipping Editor-in-Chief

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ere at Kent we have a wealth of activities on offer for students to get involved with in their spare time. For me, the past five years have been spent doing everything I can for the three student media groups, in particular for the paper you’re reading right now.

I know this might seem like a weird thing to write at the end of the year, rather than in Freshers’ Week, but I honestly can’t recommend getting involved with extra-curricular sports clubs, societies, and student groups, plus anything else you want to do, enough.

As part of student media I have improved many of my transferable skills, including communication, IT skills,

The power of extracurricular activities teamwork, leadership, and writing and editing content.

Because of my roles with the paper, I’ve held freelance proofreading and writing positions, have won national and University awards, and have, most recently, got my first full-time job.

Friends of mine who have been involved with sports clubs have had similar experiences, learning teamwork and social skills that have helped them get a great start outside university life.

Kent Union has over 2,000 student volunteers volunteering in 3,500 different roles, which is an incredible number of people and roles. Unfortunately however, I don’t know how many people feel their role gets recognised.

Every single hour that is put

into volunteering by Kent Union volunteers and volunteers for external groups counts. Every time you’ve got up at 8am on a Sunday to go to sports training, or have sat for hours planning an event for your society, you’ve made a difference to Kent Union and to the University of Kent experience for other students.

I’ve had an absolute blast while here at Kent for the past five years, and I wouldn’t change my experience one bit, especially the volunteering aspects.

So, from one volunteer to another, thanks for everything you do that makes this university one of the best in the country. You might laugh at this for being super lame and dorky, but seriously though, I hope you’ve enjoyed your time here at Kent as much as I have.

You’re awesome, you are.

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Newspaper Sports Editor Amber Murphy caught up with Cricket team captain Jack Bradley before the outdoor varsity match

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hy do you do a sponsored Varsity event?

It’s a great way to raise money for charity and we always pick a different charity every year, which brings the universities together and makes us feel like professionals for a day. It’s unlike any other cricket we play the rest of the year, so it’s the perfect place to raise money.

Why did you choose the RSPCA as your charity?

We choose a different charity each time and we hadn’t done an animal one yet. We like to have a variety.

Have you always played cricket?

I started playing when I was eight, my grandad taught me.

How did you become captain?

I’m a second year, so in first year the 1s team captain, whose the club captain now, suggested it might be something I could do. Its been challenging but good fun, I like it.

What would you say to encourage other people to join cricket?

Even if you’re not experienced or that good at cricket, the group of people I’ve met have been brilliant; it’s a really great bunch of guys. We’re the only sports club at Kent that doesn’t have separate men’s and women’s teams, we are all part of the same club.

How much does it cost to join cricket?

It doesn’t cost that much, its only £40 to join for the year, whereas other clubs can cost at

least double that.

Is equipment and kit supplied for you?

We do have some equipment and club kit, but if you were playing you would have your own purchased kit.

Do you get a lot of people join who have never played cricket before?

Most people who join cricket have played before because it’s not that easy to pick up, but we do have players from the 1s team go to the 4s training and do coaching. The training is done all within the club, and we have a high standard of play.

There were quite a few of the girls who hadn’t started playing until this year and now they’re on the 1s team playing today.

What is your training regime like?

We train officially once a week, throughout the winter we train on a Saturday and we can do additional training sessions too. Cricket is a summer sport,

which means we play a lot of indoor cricket in the winter and we get a short outdoor season.

How’s the team dynamics?

Outside my housemates this is my core group of friends. We’ve got similar interests and are likeminded, so we naturally get on well.

Do you do a lot of socials?

We do quite a few, quite a lot of drinking, but it’s not like

some of the other clubs, even if you’re not into that we’re still very inclusive, it’s really fun to be a part of.

How’s the team done over the year?

Good, indoor we came third and played in a local league, and outdoor play BUCS games.

We’ve got three more games, if we win them it means we should get promoted.

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How to keep fit over summer Manon Charles Newspaper Features Editor

a slight jog. Although summer is the prime time for lie-ins, waking up an hour earlier and doing some exercise will benefit you greatly. If you don’t fancy

going for walks alone, drag a friend/family member along.

Another option is to search for walking/running groups around you; this is a great way to meet new people while doing some exercise.

Limit screen time: We all know how easy it is to binge on Netflix, or get caught up watching pointless YouTube videos for hours on end. A top tip for the summer is to limit your screen time. By doing this, you’ll allow yourself more time to be active, as opposed to being a couch potato. So try to set aside a few hours a day where you put your laptop/ phone away and do something different.

Stay hydrated: While keeping fit over summer it’s very important to stay hydrated, so make sure you drink enough water!

excuse not to get frisky with the Frisbee this spring.

Canterbury Blades Fencing Club If you feel like trying a more dangerous sport, Fencing is the way to go. Located at Canterbury College Sports Centre, Canterbury Blades Fencing Club teach foil, epee and sabre and hold classes every Wednesday for just £3, with no subscription needed to join.

Inspire Pole Fitness Pole fitness is currently all the rage, so why not try it out for yourself. Inspire Pole Fitness hold classes every Wednesday at Oaten Hill Studios (near the

Odeon cinema), with beginners’ taster sessions priced at only £5. So bring a mate, change into some workout clothes and tone up your body with a mix of pole, fabric, aerial hoop, aerial silks, and power circuit routines.

Mavericks Cheerleaders If Bring It On is your guilty pleasure and you fancy being a cheerleader, why not join this male and female friendly club, the Mavericks Cheerleaders!

No experience is necessary to join this team and the first taster session is free, so dig out your pom-poms and head to the Body and Mind Gym in Canterbury.

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s summer closes in, we have holidays and relaxation on the brain. And after a year of working on our beach bodies, it’s easy to get complacent during the summer months. Without the routine that university provides, it can be pretty hard to keep fit, so here are some top tips for over the summer.

Try a new sport: Summer is the perfect opportunity to try a new sport! Whether it’s something you’ve always wanted to try, or something you haven’t done since you were a kid, now is the perfect opportunity to pick it up. And if you love it, you may even be able to continue it next year at Kent.

Go for walks: As the weather improves, there is no excuse to

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stay indoors. So put on some shoes and head out the door.

Just half an hour a day is better than doing nothing. If you’re feeling up to it, turn the walk into

Sports clubs to join in Canterbury

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Bethan Stoneman

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ow that exam season is in full swing and summer is just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to join a new sports club. Here are some of the best and most diverse clubs around Canterbury that will get you fit and sporty just in time for the summer sun.

Aire Trampoline Club Located in Wincheap, Aire Trampoline is one of the biggest trampoline clubs in the Canterbury area. With eight trampolines in the facility, you can get fit and have fun at the

same time, as the club is open five days a week for adults and children. And at only £15 for a yearly membership, it won’t break your student budget.

UKC Ultimate Frisbee You’ve heard of UKC Rugby, Football, and Lacrosse, but the University of Kent Ultimate Frisbee Club is the place to be. Loosen up your Frisbeethrowing arm and join the squad for the small price of only £40 for a standard membership.

The teams play outdoor games on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and indoor games on Saturdays and Sundays, so there’s no

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ther than the normal sports often found on campus, there are many alternatives out there to try!

Chess Boxing: Lasting up to 11 rounds, this sport combines the thrilling matches of boxing with the intelligent game of chess; the name is fairly self explanatory.

It was created by performance artist Iepe Rubingh and eventually turned into the competitive sport that it is known as today.

If you like chess but aren’t particularly active, or boxing isn’t your forte, you could always try human chess, a scaled up version of the game in which players wear costumes and become the pieces on a giant board.

The Game: A mind game in which the objective is to not think about the game, the player accumulates a loss each time they realise they have thought about it, at which point they have to declare that fact to other players. Knowingly or unknowingly, the world is always playing the game, with some winning without even realising. There is no known end of the game, with some suggesting that it will continue forever, and that there will never be a known winner.

Rock Paper Scissors: The ultimate game played between two players, this requires no sporting ability or team mates. An alteration of this appears in the student television favourite, The Big Bang Theory, where Sheldon explains Rock Paper Scissors Lizard Spock, in which scissors cuts paper; paper covers rock; rock crushes lizard; lizard poisons Spock; Spock smashes scissors; scissors decapitates lizard; lizard eats paper; paper disproves Spock; Spock vaporizes rock; (and as it always has) rock crushes scissors.

But if these don’t sound like your cup of tea, why not do some research and see if there are any local hamster races, pig Olympics, or extreme ironing for you to try or be a spectator of! Oh, and by the way, you just lost the game.

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he conditions for play were perfect, as the University of Kent cricket team took on Canterbury Christ Church on Friday 13 May. Unlucky for some, but this had no superstitious bearings over the women’s match. As the sun shone, the UKC women’s cricket came out on top, but the change in weather foreshadowed the UKC men’s loss later that evening.

Varsity cricket started with the women’s match, and UKC were the first to bat. Team captain Bethany Marsh was first up, and remained in the game for the duration, playing all 20 overs. She had 45 runs in

five overs. Speaking with team mate Kaley Roscoe mid-match, she commented: ‘The team’s playing really well, if we can keep up the runs we should get a good score.” And keep up the runs they did. Captain Marsh played fantastically, scoring her first ever century. Speaking with her about her personal victory she stated: “It feels phenomenal to score a century for such an amazing team.”

Even with CCCU’s solid fielding, catching several players out, UKC still managed to get 140 runs after the 20th over.

After UKC finished batting, CCCU had 140 runs to beat, but were not successful, only managing 100 by the final over. After UKC’s victory, team

captain Bethany Marsh praised her team, saying: “It was a wellearned victory, the girls really deserved it, we’ve been training five times a week.”

Sturridge were first to bat, but CCCU consistently caught out player after player. UKC were only at 55 runs by the 10th over.

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“It was a well-earned victory, the girls really deserved it, we’ve been training five times a week.”

This meant a double varsity win for the women after their indoor game earlier this year.

As the afternoon drew on, it was time for the men’s match.

CCCU won the coin toss and batted first. UKC consistently caught out players, but CCCU still managed to gain 142 runs by the final over.

142 was the score to beat as UKC took to batting. Captain Bradley and team mate

source of difficulty for CCCU, getting a total of 50 runs, however this was not enough to gain the win. CCCU won 142117 after the 20th over.

The RSPCA, this year’s chosen charity, attended the match, cheering on the UKC team. One of the staff members, Lin Long, stated: “As an independently funded branch of the RSPCA, we are so grateful to the University for choosing us as their charity.

“The money will go directly to care for the local cats at our centre.”

CCCU chose to donate to a children’s hospice. The money raised will be split equally.

Players of the Match For the men’s team, InQuire’s player of the match goes to Jonathan Tribe, who scored 50 runs for the team despite coming on later in the game, making the eventual defeat an honourable one.

For the women’s game, player of the match has to go to team captain Bethany Marsh, who managed to stay invincible as CCCU failed to catch her out and put a stop to her incredible 100 runs.