16 January 2016 Issue 1 Year 78

First-years edition 2016

Perdeby

Tuks se amptelike studentekoerant / Official Tuks student newspaper / Kuranta ya baithuti ya semmušo ya Tuks

16January2016

Photo: Shen Scott

year78issue1

To advertise in

Perdeby contact carel.willemse@up.ac.za

2

Perdeby

Editorial | 16 January 2016

A brave new world

www.perdeby.co.za perdeby@up.ac.za m.perdeby.co.za @perdebynews @PerdebySport @PerdebyE Tel: (012) 420 6600

Editorial Editor-in-chief Carel Willemse

carel.willemse@up.ac.za @Ed_in_Chief

Editor Michal-Maré Linden

perdeby@up.ac.za @MicsLinden

News Chad Johnston

news@perdeby.co.za @ChadChaddalz94

Features Huvasan Reddy

features@perdeby.co.za @HuvasanReddy

Entertainment Elmarie Kruger

entertainment@perdeby.co.za @elmariekr

Sport Carli-Ann Furno

sport@perdeby.co.za @carlifurno

Web Marko Svicevic

When you’re as old as I am, the first year of your undergrad degree may seem a bit blurry. In some way though, 2016 is a kind

From the Editor of first year for me too. First year is a mixture of excitement and absolute fear. Like I hope you are, I am excited to start a new degree and learn about my passions. At the same time, I’m uncertain about what the year holds academically. Like many, I am excited to live in my own space and support myself more than before, but I am also concerned about how to deal with a whole lot of new responsibilities.

Seriously, prepaid electricity is quite daunting.

Despite all the mixed feelings, there is one thing I am absolutely certain of – university is what you make of it. The reason my actual first year isn’t very significant to me is because I didn’t take all the opportunities offered to me.

I chose not to get involved in my residence, department, faculty or a society, sport or student structure. I chose not to try and chose not to embrace completely new things. With that, numerous experiences and potential friends passed me by. Fortunately, in my second year I realised that it was not my situation but my attitude that was limiting me.

Going into my fifth year at university, I’ve been involved in things I never even imagined I’d do and I’ve met the most incredible people.

When I was a first-year, I never expected to ever

be offered a position at Perdeby. It took a lot of courage (and two attempts) to actually apply to work here as an entertainment journalist. Now I feel silly for missing out on a whole year of awesome encounters. Like anything, especially like difficult work and living alone, that which seems scary now can turn out well if you approach them with a “will try my best” attitude.

You’re about to enter a new world. One that requires a brave and willing attitude. But even though it is new, it doesn’t need to be frightening. A world of possibility awaits and that idea is exciting. Embrace the changes and the random, unexpected new things. You don’t have to be great from the get-go, just willing to try. That willingness will ensure you’ll have a memorable first year and university experience.

To get your started though, here are 22 full pages of advice, information and entertainment. We’ll be here all year to bring you the best and most up-to-date news from on and off campus.

All the best for your year ahead!

Michal

webeditor@perdeby.co.za @MarkoSvicevic1

Copy Herman Hoogenboezem

copy@perdeby.co.za @hermaninoff

Layout Nikita Mokgware

Go your own way

layout@perdeby.co.za @nikineo

Visuals Shen Scott

visuals@perdeby.co.za @_ShenScott

Multimedia Mothusi Masibi

webeditor@perdeby.co.za @_mo2c_

Teams Imaging Ashleigh Batchelor * Audrey Nanjala Kriszti Bottyan * Robyn Phillips Kudzai Nherera Copy Bianca van Staden * Christelle van Schalkwyk Emma Paulet * Happy Mahlangu Jaco Stroebel * Jessica Nogieć Rorisang Moloi * Shannon Nauschutz Tshepho Mamashela Online Caleb Linden * Jarred van der Westhuizen Maxwell Kamlongera * Michael Smit Peter-John Hamilton * Thabang Letageng Tayisiya Rozova * Bradley Duck Mikaeel Abdulla * Daimon Sewell Jade Walter * Rebecca-Anne Perridge Luke Hope-Sotherton

Advertising Sales Tel: 012 420 6600 Cell: 083 318 9738 carel.willemse@up.ac.za

Copyright Perdeby is printed by Paarlmedia. All rights reserved. Contributions are welcome. All due care will be taken with materials submitted, but Perdeby and printers cannot be held responsible for loss or damage. The editor reserves the right to edit, amend or alter in any way deemed necessary.

Perdeby cannot be responsible for unsolicited material. The opinions expressed in Perdeby are not necessarily those of the editors and printers of Perdeby.

Welcome first-year to arguably the most important chapter of your life. You are entering higher education at a very turmultuous time.

Hopefully you are aware of what has been happening since the end of last year and you might have your own opinions on the situation.

As university student, you now form part of the movement regardless of your views on it.

I would encourage you to not be overwhelmed by what is taking place and to not blindly follow the popular (or not so popular) view.

Aim to develop your own informed opinion and contribute to a solution instead of joining the noise. Students are setting the ground for the future of universities and you will form part

Message from the Editor-in-Chief of the legacy that the FeesMustFall movement leaves in its wake.

Student media and student publications in particular form the life blood of journalism in South Africa. Most of the student newspapers around the country have been around since before democracy existed in the country and even before South Africa became a republic.

This specific newspaper has been around for 78 years. This obviously means that Perdeby has seen a very wide spectrum of the development of this country and provided students with a platform to discuss an array of subjects, some more controversial than others.

It does however remain our responsibility to bring you the truth, an unbiased and balanced account of what is happening on your campus.

But we need your help. You are our eyes and ears on campus, so send in your news tips, letters or comments and if you would like to be part of this vibrant team, keep an eye out for the application form at the end of February.

I can guarantee you as our reader that during 2016 (a vast news year) you will read stories in this newspaper that will make you laugh, make you think, inform you and even make you uncomfortable. In the end what we would like to achieve is to initiate discourse among the student community about things that matter and directly affect you. Should you come across anything that you feel is in the public interest of your fellow students, let us know at perdeby@up.ac.za During the next couple of years you will fall in love and get your heart broken, make mistakes

and learn from them, operate on caffeine and plan your social calendar around semester tests and exams. At the end of it all you will be ready to enter the real world, the one you were warned about by your parents, the world where you can only survive if you have an education. What they do not tell you is that the real knowledge isn’t just acquired in the lecture halls of UP. It is in your everyday dealings with the people at UP. My advice is to get involved, be it Perdeby, TuksFM, Rag or Stuku, societies, student politics or day houses. If you aren’t involved you will never really experience student life.

Even though the three to five years you spend at university will be the best of your life, it is important to remember that South Africa is in dire need of responsible leadership. The Department of Student Affairs (DSA) has been hard at work this last year structuring a leadership curriculum which aims to develop leadership skills among students. The aim of this program is to deliver a well-rounded graduate with leadership qualities. Should you become involved in one of the activities I mentioned above, you will be fortunate enough to take part in the leadership development of DSA. You are a select minority of the country`s population who is afforded a tertiary education.

Use this opportunity to become the leaders of tomorrow, the leaders that this country is so desperately in need of.

Carel Willemse Editor-in-Chief

tal_newspaper_TUKS10_370x265.pdf

1

2016/01/08

16 January 2016 | Advertisement

C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K

11:51 AM

3

4

Security tips for first-year students MARKO SVICEVIC Among many of the new challenges students face is the issue of safety and security. However, as a student at UP you have many lines of defence to assist you with your personal safety and wellbeing. For the next three or four years, the Department of Security Services at UP will be your “big brother”, ensuring your safety always comes first.

The department takes responsibility for nine campuses, roughly 50 residences and housing facilities, and an average of 35 000 people who enter UP’s Hatfield campus alone. Therefore the department has several strategies in place to maintain a safe and secure work and study environment to flourish in.

Perdeby, together with the Department of Security Services, has put together some safety tips for you.

Green routes The first thing you should be aware of is the Green Route. The Green Route Project makes provisions for students and staff to be accompanied by security to and from residences, vehicles, or any nearby place around campus. Fidelity Security Services will accompany any student (or staff member) from 18:00 until 06:00 on a daily basis from the following points: • Hatfield campus: in front of the Absa ATM next to the Merensky Library

•

Prinshof campus: in front of the HW Snyman Building • Groenkloof campus: between the Administration Building and the Auditorium • Kalafong hospital: in front of the Klinikala Building.

Escorts on the Onderstepoort and Mamelodi campuses are also done, provided that arrangements are made between students and the department.

Parking There are currently three official student parking areas manned by security officers situated on the periphery of the Hatfield campus on Festival Street, Herold Street and Lunnon Road. However, these parking areas fill up quickly resulting in students having to park on the streets around campus.

Rowan Watson, manager of investigations at the Department of Security Services, says that due to students having to park off campus, a “reoccurring problem we are experiencing is the intimidation by certain informal car attendants toward our students in the streets surrounding the Hatfield campus.”

If you find yourself unable to park in the demarcated parking areas, another option is the “park and ride” facility from the LC de Villiers Sport campus. Students can park their vehicles from 06:45 until 18:45 on the campus and catch a bus to and from the Hatfield campus every 25 to 30

News | 16 January 2016

Photo: Hendro van der Merwe

minutes.

Another option allows students to park their vehicles on the Hatfield campus after 16:30, provided that a valid student card is shown upon entry and that students do not park in disabled or undercover parking bays.

The final option is the Engineering 3 parking structure. Students can park in the facility at a fee and the parkade accommodates approximately 600 vehicles.

A number of scams have also been reported around the Hatfield in recent years, and new students should be aware of these.

False prophet scam This involves a target who is approached by individuals who claim to have been given “divine instruction” to pray for them. The scammer then requests that the victim leave their property with them and is instructed to buy water for the “purification process”. Upon the victim’s return, the so-called prophets have disappeared, along with the victim’s belongings. According to security services, women are most likely to be targeted by these scams.

Avon scam A scammer approaches their target on the street and informs them that they work for a company called “Avon”.

The individual then explains to the intended victim that they can earn some money by assisting with a stock take of goods. A second individual, a

Stay safe on and around campus MAKHOSAZANA NDLOVU First-year students come from different parts of the country, and since some of them are new to Pretoria and its surrounding areas, safety and security may be a concern for them.

While the university does its best to provide a safe and secure environment for students, incidences of mugging, theft and robbery have been reported in the past, so it helps to be aware of some of the measures a student may take in order to be safe on and off campus.

Walk in groups This applies to both late nights spent studying in the library and nights out with friends. It is safer to walk in groups as opportunistic perpetrators tend to shy away from attacking a group of students.

Do not leave valuables unattended Students are advised to take care of their valuables, such as laptops

and cell phones. Do not leave them unattended, even in campus buildings. This includes your drinks on a night out. Be careful when accepting drinks from strangers.

Do not offer lifts to strangers Students are also cautioned against offering lifts to strangers, as this may lead to unforeseen cases of mugging and hijacking.

Do not use cell phones in public Students are discouraged from using phones in public for texting, checking their GPS or listening to music because a distracted individual is easier to take advantage of.

Ensure that your car is locked When leaving cars in parking areas, students are advised to make sure that their cars are locked and all the windows of the car are closed.

This will prevent car or property theft. Central locking systems may be externally controlled by a signal jammer so check that your doors are

locked, regardless of what vehicle make it is.

Park your vehicles in well-lit areas Students are advised to park their vehicles in well-lit areas.

This prevents perpetrators from attempting to steal from the vehicle or the vehicle itself. It also prevents perpetrators from approaching individuals in secluded, dark areas and hijacking them.

Carry a taser Students are allowed to carry legal self-defence apparatus, such as tasers, to defend themselves should they find themselves in threatening situations. Pepper spray is also useful.

Know the emergency numbers on your student card Should a student find themself in a threatening situation or as a victim of crime, they can immediately call the toll-free emergency numbers at the back of their student cards to seek help.

“passer-by”, is then also pulled aside and briefed on the story and agrees to it. The victim and “passer-by” are then requested to hand over all electronic devices such as tablets, cell phones and laptops for “verification purposes” while they are working with the “Avon” products. The items are then taken to be “marked” and subsequently never returned. The victim and “passer-by” then split up with only the victim reporting the theft, indicating that the “passer-by” is also part of the scam in order to gain the victim’s trust.

The “drug dealer” scam An individual approaches a potential target and begins a light conversation with them. The scammer then requests the victim’s phone in order to send a “please call me”. The swindler then produces a bag of white powder that he alleges to be cocaine. After instructing the victim to look after the “cocaine”, the swindler usually walks away with the victim’s phone, never to be seen again. The “cocaine” turns out to be baking powder or flour.

The “police” scam The intended victim is approached by individuals in a vehicle. The occupants of the vehicle identify themselves as SAPS officers.

The occupants tell a story of a robbery, and the victim is urged to enter the vehicle. Upon entering, they are asked a series of questions regarding their banking details that

they have to write on a piece of paper, and they are then instructed to hand over their bank card. One of the occupants of the vehicle then takes the piece of paper and bank card and places it in an envelope that is then sealed. The victim is given the envelope, and upon exiting the car, the vehicle drives off. When the victim opens the envelope, they find a blank loyalty card (such as clothing store gift cards) which was switched in place of their bank card.

Furthermore, director of the Department of Security Services Colin Fouché urges students not swipe in other people onto campus as this is how people gain unauthorised access.

Students can rest assured that they will be in good hands during their time at UP. Students are urged to report any incidents to the 24-hour Campus Security phone line at 012 420 2310, or 24-hour Operational Management at 083 654 0476. Contact details for the Department of Security Services are also available on the reverse side of all student cards. The department also maintains UP’s toll-free crisis line. All communication is treated confidentially and there are a large number of professional practitioners and support personal who are available to assist students. The tollfree crisis line can be reached at 0800 060 428.

16 January 2016 | News

5

The Student Representative Council and Student Forum JODY DAVISON

Photo: Ciske van den Heever

Student Support at UP NTOMBIKAYISE MKANDHLA For first-years, university is an exciting yet daunting new world that is sometimes difficult to fit in to. Apart from the academic load, university life has social pressures that students may grapple with.

Fortunately, UP has an extensive support structure that backs all its students.

According to UP’s website, “The Department of Student Affairs’ (DSA) mission is to design and implement high impact programmes to enhance student success, leadership, welfare and wellness within a proactive and programmebased approach.” The department operates five divisions, including the Student Support Division and Student Health Services.

The Student Support Division offers extensive emotional and academic support through highly capable counsellors, psychologists and social workers, all of which are available by appointment. In case of emergencies, however, students can be attended to on the same day.

Counselling is confidential and free of charge at the Student Affairs Building, located underneath the TuksFM studio.

Student Health Services, commonly known as the clinic, offers free, confidential and basic medical services to registered students on weekdays. Doctors are on call to provide consultations, treatments and administration of medical prescriptions. When necessary, they give referrals to relevant hospitals, clinics, laboratories and specialists.

Should students consult any of these external medical institutions, it is at their own cost. Nurses are also on hand to deal with minor injuries.

Moreover, they provide objective advice on female reproductive health and administer family planning services. When necessary, they refer students to the pregnancy counselling services within the Roosmaryn

building. The clinic also provides dietary advice under a dietician by appointment. Furthermore, eye testing from an optician is offered, also by appointment.

All campuses have a clinic. On Hatfield campus, health services are offered at the Student Health Services Building, on Groenkloof campus, at the Letlotlo Building on the second floor, on Mamelodi campus, health personnel are found in the Education building, on Onderstepoort campus, at the Arnold Theiler building, and lastly, on the Prinshof campus, the clinic is at Prinshof Academic Complex.

In 1999, the Centre for Sexualities, AIDS and Gender (CSA&G), was established on the Hatfield Campus in light of the flaring HIV/ Aids pandemic. It has the vision of “understanding power, exploring diversity, examining difference and imagining inclusivity”. The CSA&G values engagement with students and, together, hopes to push for social change. Under its auspices is the Future Leaders at Work volunteer programme. Any UP student can enrol, starting with a nine-week training programme that focuses on empowering students with HIV/ Aids knowledge and debunking the myths surrounding the virus and sexuality as a whole. After successful completion of the course, students can branch out into various aspects of the programme, such becoming trainers themselves or, after intense screening and training, become HIV/ Aids counsellors on campus.

In collaboration with the clinic, the CSA & G provides professional HIV/ Aids testing and pre- and post-test counselling. Should students test positive, they shall receive emotional and medical support from the clinic, CSA&G and the Student Support Division and, if necessary, can get access to antiretroviral medication from Tshwane District Hospital. The CSA&G offices are in the Huis & Haard building, above Oom Gert’s on Hatfield campus.

Politics at UP JODY DAVISON

Student political societies are an important part of many students’ lives.

For students wishing to become a member of any political society, it is worth knowing the core beliefs of all the political societies so as to make an informed choice. To help students do this, this article is a summary of the prominent political parties and organisations at UP. Afriforum Afriforum is a political organisation that is based on “the achievement of cultural freedom and the development of the Christian democratic

framework of ideas”. Werner Beineke, Afriforum’s chairperson, said that some of Afriforum’s campaign focuses include the youth exempted from affirmative action, the promotion of mother-tongue education, and quality education. Beineke explained that Afriforum’s mission is “to take a stand for the rights of the youth, as well as to activate, equip and empower them to enter the labour market”.

ANCYL The African National Congress Youth League’s (ANCYL) core beliefs can be found in the Freedom Charter, explains Rendani Maphalapathwa, ANCYL’s chairperson.

The Student Representative Council (SRC) is made up of student leaders who hold different portfolios whose mandate is to represent and serve the students. The SRC functions as the link between students and university management. The SRC consists of twelve elected portfolios and seven ex-officio portfolios.

The Student Forum is the established structure through which students are able to hold the SRC accountable. A Student Forum is held once every quarter and is chaired by the Constitutional Tribunal.

Outlined below is a explanation of the executive elective portfolios within the student structure and a description of the Student Forum.

President The SRC president’s job is to ensure that all SRC members fulfil their responsibilities in executing their given programs. The president must also liaise with student structures and university management to ensure that student concerns are heard.

Deputy president The deputy president helps and supports the president in fulfilling their responsibilities. The deputy president’s job is also to ensure that the Constitution for Student Governance is present at SRC meetings.

Secretary The SRC secretary is the administrative officer of the SRC

Image: Shen Scott

who is responsible for organising the SRC’s daily operations. The secretary is also tasked with communicating the SRC’s decisions to the student body.

Deputy secretary Like the deputy president, the deputy secretary assists the secretary in executing their duties. The deputy secretary is also tasked with all the administrative matters concerning the Student Forum.

Treasurer The treasurer is the financial administrator of the SRC. They have to ensure that SRC’s finances are open and transparent. As the financial administrator, the treasurer has to do all the financial planning and give reports on organisation fund raising.

Student Forum It is important that students

understand the forum’s procedure so that SRC is answerable to the students. The role of the Student Forum is to maintain SRC transparency. If students want to pose questions to the SRC, these have to be submitted to the Chief Justice of the Constitutional Tribunal 48 hours before the meeting.

The Student Forum begins with the SRC president presenting his report to students. During this time, students may not ask questions. After this, a number of reports from the other SRC portfolio holders may be presented. Once the reports have been presented, the chairperson of the forum conducts a question and answer session. This is when the relevant members of the SRC answer questions previously given by students.

Faculty houses: providing a home away from home UP has faculty houses in place that all students automatically belong to. They are designed to help every student with their academics and link students and staff in the faculty. No membership fee is required to join a faculty house.

Jakarandia is the faculty house of the Education faculty. Natural and agricultural sciences students have their own house known as NatHouse.

The quite obviously named House Humanities is the group that all

Humanities students belong to.

Commercii is the faculty house of Economic Management Sciences.

The Ebit faculty house caters for engineering, built environment and IT students.

Ebit is the biggest faculty of the nine at UP. The faculty house was launched in 2009 and it has grown tremendously over the years, as seen by its numerous successful workshops, presentations from people within the industry, and various other events.

Law House aims at creating and

maintaining unity while celebrating diversity. The faculty is known for its annual “FacFest” which includes live bands and discussions.

House Theology is for all Theology students, while Health House is for the Health Sciences faculty and its eight sub-faculties: medicine, dentistry, nursing, radiography, occupational therapy, dietetics and human nutrition, and clinical associates. Health House holds two main events every year, namely the Cansa Shavathon and the Disability Fun Day.

Maphalapathwa believes that UP’s biggest problem is “an unjust system toward the working class students and an arrogance of entitlement toward the privileged”. The ANCYL’s aim for 2016 is to do well in the local government elections. They also want to “bring an end to a feeling of entitlement to wealth and privilege so as to have an inclusive private sector and economy in this country”.

Daso The Democratic Alliance Student Organisation (Daso) is founded on three core principles: freedom, fairness and opportunity. Kwena Moloto, Daso’s chairperson, identified that major issues facing students at UP for 2016 as “Xenophobia, study finance, lack of parking”. In 2016, Daso aims to implement their Xenophobic

Attack Security Protocol (XASP) to protect international students. Overall, Daso’s goal for 2016 is to become “the biggest political society in terms of membership [and] ... to provide the stepping stones for students who aspire to a life of politics in the DA”.

EFFSC-UP The Economic Freedom Fighters Student Command (EFFSC) is “a student movement which seeks to act in the interests of all students as well as campus workers in South Africa, striving for economic emancipation in our lifetime”. One of the issues that Amogelang Kgaladi, EFFSC’s acting secretary, highlighted is financial exclusion due to excessive fees. Part of the EFFSC’s plan of action for 2016 is to implement Sizofundangenkani (we will study

whether they like it or not) to ensure that all financially excluded students are assisted.

Sasco Michael Ngobeni, South African Students Congress’s (Sasco) chairperson, explained that Sasco is an organisation that seeks to achieve a “democratic, non-sexist, nonracial and prosperous South Africa”.

Ngobeni went on to explain that Sasco wants to see the transformation of higher education. Sasco identified that one of the problems facing UP students is food allowances. Ngobeni believes that students should be allowed to use their student card food credits not only at the dining halls, but also at shops within the Hatfield area.

For 2016, Sasco’s aim is to address the transformation of UP.

SHAMMAH BOTERERE

6

News | 16 January 2016

Who to approach when in legal trouble Cultural societies on campus BUSISIWE BEJE AmaNdebele at Tuks Amandebele is a non-profit organisation that aims to develop and promote the usage of Ndebele in both spoken and written forms in all higher education institutions in the country.

Bapedi at Tuks This is an organisation for Bapedi students at Tuks. Their aim is to preserve the Sepedi language, as they feel that African languages are dying out in modern times.

Kenyan Society The Kenyan Society is a social organisation that aims to unite Kenyans studying at the university.

The society also invites other students to experience the Kenyan culture.

Pledge a Pad Pledge a Pad is a non-profit organisation that collects sanitary towels and gives them to underprivileged women. Members of the society also educate female students about female hygiene.

SAIIE Tuks The South African Institute for Industrial Engineering Tuks branch is a student organisation dedicated to a balanced student life experience for industrial engineering students.

Tuks Creative Tuks Creative is a student organisation comprising mostly of education students.

Members meet on a weekly basis to try and find new and exciting ways to enrich their lives and their classrooms.

Tuks UP and Out An LGBTQI organisation, Up and Out, aims to raise awareness about various issues on campus relating to student sexuality Zimsoc The Zimbabwean society aims to unite all Zimbabweans on campus through various activities and also aims to make people aware of their culture.

Illustration: Jackie Zhang

LETHABO MALEPA Students can sometimes find themselves in trouble and not knowing what to do after getting caught doing something that is against the university’s regulations. These offences usually range from academic misconduct, which includes plagiarism, breaking copyright laws and cheating in tests and examinations, and non-academic misconduct, such as drinking alcohol outside of designated areas, using illegal substances on the university premises, and any form of discrimination. For students who might end up facing disciplinary hearings, these are the JODY DAVISON Knowing how to get to and from campus is important for any student. For this reason, there are three bus services that are available to UP students.

The UP bus service is in place to help students who stay in residence and those who have classes on different campuses. This bus service is available at no cost to all UP students with a valid student card. All the buses seat 65 students. The UP bus services are divided into three different categories: park and ride, residence, and academics.

The park and ride shuttle service provides transport from Hatfield to the LC de Villiers, Groenkloof and Prinshof campuses, while also having a Prinshof campus shuttle going between the Hippokrates and Curlitzia residence. The residence bus service has four different routes that include stops at Prinshof campus, the mens’ residences, Groenkloof campus, and TuksNaledi residence. The bus service for academic purposes transports students to and from Mamelodi campus, Prinshof campus, and between Sunnyside and Hatfield campus. All bus services have different operational hours and more information on the specific times is available on the UP website.

In addition to UP busses, A Re Yeng is another popular bus service used by students.

relevant bodies.

The Student Disciplinary Advisory Panel (SDAP) is a student body that aims to protect the interests of students who have been accused of or charged with misconduct. The SDAP, which has been in operation since 2012, consists of a group of law students who assist accused students to understand the charges against them.

However, the SDAP does not have the capacity to represent students in a hearing or to give legal advice. This student body has the capacity to explain the disciplinary procedure followed during disciplinary hearings, to help students to prepare for their respective disciplinary

Transport for UP students

Photo: Charlotte Bastiaanse

Before taking an A Re Yeng bus, students first have to purchase a connector card for R25. The cost of a trip depends on the distance travelled and is worked out according to a point system.

For example, a trip of 0-3 km adds up to 8 points and would cost R9.50.

The A Re Yeng bus service goes past both Hatfield and Groenkloof campus. The bus servicing Hatfield campus runs from 06:00 to 20:00, while the bus for Groenkloof is operational from 06:00 till 19:00.

Lastly, students could make use of the

Be more than just a student - get involved RENEILOE BALOI There is plenty to do at UP besides academics.

Here are some of the student organisations available that will make it easy for you to gain additional skills and meet new people.

TuksRag TuksRag, or Reach Out and Give, is a student run non-profit organisation that raises funds for various charities, allowing them to further their objectives.

TuksRag chairperson Peter Kamlongera says, “[Our] mission is to develop students by channelling the energy and social fund into fundraising and community service projects.

This is basically what all [our] portfolios

do throughout the year. We are trying to actually move away from charity work to empowerment, where we do not only work in communities or just donate funds but actively engage with the communities and [the] student body. What you should look forward to is the opportunity to further your love for helping and developing yourselves. [The] benefits of being in TuksRag are [learning] presentation, leadership, management and negotiation skills.”

Perdeby Perdeby is the independent newspaper of UP. Started nearly 78 years ago, 10 000 copies of the newspaper are printed weekly. It is free of charge and available on the Hatfield,

hearing, and to conduct follow-ups on accused students who have come to consult with them.

In 2015, the SDAP joined with the Law Society of Northern Provinces. Stephen BaubengBaidoo, the deputy-director of the SDAP, says that reason that the SDAP has a contact from the Law Society of Northern Provinces is to assist students who cannot afford legal services, especially students with extreme cases. The SDAP is situated in the Roosmaryn building and students can consult with them during office hours during the week.

The Constitutional Tribunal is UP’s student governance judiciary that is independent, impartial and objective. The tribunal comprises of a chief justice, deputy chief justice, registrar, and various judges. The tribunal acts as a type of court for students and it is also the guardian of UP’s Constitution for Student Governance.

The functions of the tribunal are to protect the rights of students, to resolve disputes that arise between students or disputes between students and a student organisation, to conduct investigations on alleged breaches of the Code of Conduct, and to serve as a student member on the Committee for Discipline. The Constitutional Tribunal also allows students the opportunity to institute proceedings. These proceedings can be instituted by contacting the registrar. Unlike the SDAP, the Constitutional Tribunal has the capacity to offer advice pertaining to the rights of students, and it also conducts disciplinary hearings. The Constitutional Tribunal is available to all students and is situated in the Roosmaryn building.

LC de Villiers, Groenkloof, Mamelodi and Prinshof campuses. The paper is also available online. Perdeby covers a variety of news, features, entertainment and sport articles that are relevant to UP students. UP students can volunteer to work at Perdeby, particularly if they have an interest in journalism, writing or multimedia content.

TuksFM TuksFM is the radio station of UP. Students can also volunteer to work at TuksFM in a number of areas, such as DJing, newsreading, and playlisting. TuksFM prides itself on being alternative and the winner of MTN’s award for the best campus radio station in South Africa for the last four years.

Gautrain’s bus service. Like A Re Yeng, Gautrain commuters must buy a gold card for R14. The cost of using this service depends on whether you have used the train recently and if it is peak time or not. For students using the Gautrain, bus trips will cost R1 during off-peak hours and R7 in peak hours. To use only the bus service costs R14 in off-peak hours and R20 during peak time. The Gautrain buses in Pretoria service Arcadia, Brooklyn, Lynnwood and Menlyn. The Gautrain bus operates from 06:14 to 20:02.

years

13

Erika

Inca

Jasmyn

Katjiepiering

47

15

51

25

Three cats, Ogies, Yster and Lucia Ogies the cat Skerwe

Nymsaj the elephant Slurpies

Liby the ladybird Bugsters

Unicorn Ienk

Colonel Gullus the rooster Kloekies

12

Sterretjies

Curlitzia

90

Asterhof

Ladies residences

Age:

Mascot: Aspiros the phoenix First years are called: Nitas

Vividus Ladies

Day houses

55

13

42

Three lions, Oom Cleo, Patra and El Simba Welpies

Klaradyn

Tinkerbell the fairy Pixies

Zinnia

Nika the harlequin Spriete

Nerina

34 Maer Grietjie, a cartoon girl Spikkels

Knolle

Madelief

Apatili the gecko Geitjies

Lilium

Nergies

Vividus Men

Griffin LightWeights

Magrietjie

39

15

13

5

Luminous

55

99

21

53

47

53

Maroela

48

Infographic by: Daimmon Sewell and Bradley Duck

Oupa Rokkit the dog Brakke

Taaibos

Oom Gert and Garibaldi Ienk

Sonop

Mercury the falcon Kuikens

Olympus

Rodney the Rhino Jarre Houte

The Republic of Olienhout

Mopanie

El Torro the worm Peppies

Ysters

Boekenhout

Marools the maroela Jarre

Kiaat Oats the tiger Cubs

Sarge Bourke Vremies

The Republic of Kollegetehuis

Mens residences

14

Residences & day houses of UP 101 16 January 2016 | News 7

8

News | 16 January 2016

2015 Recap JODY DAVISON 2015 at UP began on a high note with intake applications exceeding expectations. UP received more than 42 000 applications, of which only 10 250 were accepted. February proved to be a good month for sport at UP. On 9 February the UP-Tuks 1 cricket team won the Varsity Cricket Tournament by beating Stellenbosch University in the final. Then on 28 February the u/19 soccer team won the Diski Challenge against Mamelodi Sundowns.

In March student politics gained national attention with the #RhodesMustFall campaign.

The #RhodesMustFall website expresses that their focus is on creating “avenues for real transformation”. On 9 April the Rhodes statue was removed from where it stood at the University of Cape Town. The movement had a nationwide impact on student politics at various universities. Transformation became a hot topic of discussion.

Political activity at UP continued in April.

From 20-24 April the Anti-Xenophobic Week was held. This week was in response to a series of xenophobic attacks that had taken place throughout 2015. The UP SRC, in collaboration with a number of societies and organisations, helped raise awareness and spread an antixenophobic message. In May, “The Age of Grace”, a statue on the Hatfield campus, was the newest target of transformation. The statue was moved and made more vibrant by giving it a new paint job. Anton Smit, the sculptor, said that this statue was meant to commemorate the Soweto uprising. July marked the 15th annual student arts festival, Krệsvars-Kopanong. What made this festival different was that its name had changed. The festival consisted of theatre productions, dance performances and short film

screenings by UP students.

At the beginning of August the demolition of Hatfield Square began. What was once the student party hub is going to be turned into student accommodation.

This project will be completed by the end of 2017. It was also during August that the world came to know Cecil, the male lion who had been killed by American dentist Walter Palmer.

Cecil’s death went viral as social media provided the platform for people to voice their opinions. Debates were sparked about nature conservation. during September are Spring Day and the SRC elections, but in 2015 both of these were postponed. The SRC decided to postpone Spring Day based on last year’s failure and the event needing a new approach. The elections initially took place on 1 September. Two days later, when the preliminary results were announced, Sasco, EFFSC-UP and Afriforum protested against the results on the basis that correct procedures were not followed. On 2 October the Independent Monitoring Body (IMB) declared that the elections were free and fair, however there would be a re-election held for the president and deputy president

Students gather in the Piazza as part of the FeesMustFall movement Photo: Carel Willemse

portfolios. The re-election was initially meant to take place on 27 October but was deferred to 4 November and then further postponed to early 2016.

In September the discovery of a new species of human relative was announced. On 10 September Homo Naledi’s genus, a fossil found two years ago, was determined. Two days later, on 12 September, the final of the Red Bull X-Fighters was held. 2015 was the second time South Africa had been included in their world tour. The event took place at the Union Buildings and drew around 17 000 spectators.

September 2015 was also the 155th anniversary of Indians arriving in South Africa.

October was arguably the highlight of student politics in South Africa with the #FeesMustFall

campaign. On 23 October about 15 000 students from various universities marched to the Union Buildings. The nationwide protests against fee increments in tertiary education were successful in getting Zuma to agree to no fee increments.

However, UP students were not satisfied with this as no fee increment was only one of their 13 demands. On 26 October, students occupied the CSC demanding and called on UP vicechancellor Prof. Cheryl de la Rey to address students on their initial 13 demands and several additional demands. After several hours of protesting, Prof. de la Rey addressed students and agreed to most of their demands.

Overall, 2015 was an eventful year for UP and the country.

Message to new UP students from the Vice-Chancellor Welcome to all our new students.

Your acceptance at the University of Pretoria places you among the country’s top students congratulations on your exceptional school results.

You are at the beginning of a new and exciting phase of your life, where you will have many choices and opportunities.

We are a dynamic, diverse academic community, united by our commitment to academic achievement. We are fortunate to have excellent infrastructure with modern facilities, academic staff recognised as experts in their fields, and dedicated support staff who endeavour to do what is best for student success.

Towards the end of last year, the country heeded the call by students for more affordable university education. At UP, as with all other South African universities, for 2016 there have been no increases in all tuition, residence and other fees. The University has gone a step further by allocating additional funds from its own budget to assist academically deserving students in financial need. We also created the Tuks Scholarship Fund through

which many UP staff and alumni donate personal funds to support students in financial need. Beyond financial support, the University offers a wide range of academic and psycho-social support, as we understand that university life may seem overwhelming at times. I encourage you to make use of these student services, and not to hesitate to ask for help.

In the spirit of our maxim, “Make Today Matter”, I hope that you will make the most of your time at UP. I am confident that the richness of our academic programmes, our community service programmes that make a difference, and the array of sport and cultural offerings, will equip you with more than just a degree. This will be a time of personal development and many new experiences, making memories that will last a lifetime.

I wish you academic success and much fulfilment in your time at Tukkies.

Welkom by Tuks! Re a le amogela!

Professor Cheryl de la Rey Vice-Chancellor and Principal

emse

16 January 2016 | News

9

Student accommodation: what you need to know TIJANA SAKOTA

For those that live too far away from campus to commute everyday, finding a place to stay that is close to the university is essential. Finding accommodation, however, can be one of the most stressful tasks when it comes to being a student. Natasha Tasovac, a real estate agent for Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty, offers her knowledge on what students need to know in order to find their perfect place.

Where do you start when you need to look for accommodation?

These days, with social media and access to the internet, a property website would be the best place to start.

What is a landlord and what are his/her responsibilities?

A landlord is someone who owns a property and would then lease that property out to a prospective tenant, in this case a student. They are responsible

for maintaining the property, but it is the tenant’s responsibility to report problems, such as a geyser bursting, in a timely manner.

How should a student go about finding accomodation if they are unable to afford the rent themselves?

Somebody who is over the age of 21 that receives an income can guarantee to pay at the end of the month and will sign the lease agreement as a guarantor.

What are the legal documents needed for a rental agreement?

The documents include a lease agreement, Financial Intelligence Centre Act (Fica) documents and any guarantor information in the case where a guarantor is involved. Your lease agreement can be any amount of pages. It is filled out with all the relevant information, including the student’s name, ID number and proof of current address. The Fica documents also include a copy of your ID and proof of current address. If there is a guarantor in

place, that person’s Fica documents must also be provided. If the accommodation is in a complex or apartment block, a copy of the list of conduct rules needs to be given to the tenant. These lists may include rules such as hours of noise to be adhered to and parking rules.

What is the purpose of a deposit?

It is there for any breakages or problems that might have occurred during the lease period. At the end of the lease period, the landlord would also do a full inspection of the place to make sure everybody is on the same page and in agreement. If there are no breakages or problems, the deposit is returned within 14 days of termination of the lease agreement.

How soon after the deposit is paid may the student move in?

The student only has access to the place from the day of initiation of the lease agreement. If the lease agreement states the first of November, that is the day the student may move in.

The battle of the residences BIANCA MEYER

Each year the different residences at UP compete for the award of Residence of the Year.

To receive this prestigious award, residences must excel in a variety of categories such as sport, Rag (Reach out and give), cultural and social events and academic achievement.

Curlitzia snatched the Ladies’ Residence of the Year in 2014 and 2015. Mopanie received Men’s Residence of the Year in 2015.

Each year a mens and ladies res pair up and become Rag partners. First-years then have to build a float that is paraded around the LC de Villiers sport grounds. Rag partners Sonop and

Erika won first place in the 2015 Rag procession with their theme of a German beer festival.

Residences and day houses participate in the annual Ienkmelodienk – the first-year’s concert.

First-years have to perform a choreographed routine to a medley of songs with dance moves around a theme of their choice.

An event similar to Ienkmelodienk is Serrie.

This event is open to students of any year in the res. Prelims see the ladies residences visit each mens residence and the opposite happens the following night. This means residences can perform up to 14 times in a single night. The best performers at prelims go through to finals.

A res event that sees the winners proceed to

a national competition between residences of different universities is Serenade. Each residence gathers their 20 best vocalists to compete in this prestigious event. In 2013, Sonop was the first male residence of UP to win the national title. For 2015, Sonop and Erika won the UP Serenade event and then placed second and third at nationals, respectively.

Cultural events are socials with a specific theme and activities. Nerina won Best Solo Event in 2015 for their event, Diwali – the festival of lights. Kollege was named 2015 Social Residence of the Year. Taaibos, who host their annual Taaibos July, an imitation of the Durban July, was announced as the Cultural

Men’s Residence of the Year.

TuksRes also recognises the academic achievements of the residences. Academic Residence of the Year went to Olympus and Madelief in 2015. The inaugural Interhouse Debate was held in 2015. During the semifinal, Curlitzia and Olympus went head to head. Curlitzia made it into the final against TuksVillage. Curlitzia won the final debate.

The race for the best residence each year is non-stop. Now the only question that remains is who will take the title in 2016.

10

News | 16 January 2016

Get to know your 2016 editorial Welcome to the first edition of Perdeby for 2016.

Seeing as you are most likely new to Tuks, we thought we would share some advice from our world-weary editorial on the ins-and-outs of campus life.

Questions: 1. Where to go in Hatfield.

2. An event you have attend.

3. You aren’t a Tuks student until...

4. Campus’s best kept secret.

5. Something every firs-year needs.

Carli-Ann Furno Sport editor

1. I often hear the phrase “Aandklas Rat”. It is actually pretty cool being one of those on Thursday nights, so I recommend giving it try.

That place fixes tables by day, and allows all sorts of characters to dance on them by night.

It’s basically karaoke on a table, signing your heart out to killer tracks ranging from Jack Parow to Tenacious D.

Michal-Maré Linden Editor

1. I’m a huge Royal Danish fan. They’re open until 22:00 so they’re great for study break snack. I particularly like their chilli chocolate ice-cream. Can’t make the trip? Haloa Coffee on campus is the perfect place to work or socialise between classes.

2. RamFest. My best festival memories have been made at this festival. Without a 2015 festival, I felt like someone had cancelled Christmas. Unfortunately the alternative music gig has been postponed again this year.

3. Your shoe has broken on campus and you’re forced to walk around barefoot while people shoot you dirty looks.

4. The Perdeby office aircon.

2. Spring Day. My greatest memories have been catching a bus to the Botanical Gardens, and dehydrating in the sun while I sit on some random guy’s shoulders in the crowd rapping to Jack Parow (I seem to mention him often).

The bus ride home isn’t guaranteed, but fighting for a seat or running after the last bus barefoot on the tar kind of excites me.

4. There is a haunted “nonexistent” fifth floor in the HSB. I don’t have the answers and am not particularly keen to seek them either.

5. A good sense of humour. It’s pretty funny to not know where your classes are and walk around embarrassed with a map, to forget how to make new friends, and to pick up weight buying way too many of those giant pizza slices from campus. Laugh at yourself: this is the start of discovering one of the most exciting chapters in your life.

5. A copy of Perdeby. Seriously, we’re not rated the best student newspaper in the country for nothing.

Shen Scott Visuals editor Mothusi Masibi Multimedia editor 1. Square! Oh wait, it’s gone. Movies! Oh wait, gone too. Now I’ve made myself sad.

2. rAge Expo, of course.

3. You’ve sat at an unknown location for an undefined amount of time contemplating your existence, knowing full well that you should be studying.

4. Get 40Mb/s down while everyone else gets 100kb/s down. It wouldn’t be a secret if I told you, now would it?

5. A cheque card linked to your savings account. You can use it for online transactions, use it to pay for an Uber in horrible situations late at night or buy your textbooks/laptop/ tablet online. Everything is cheaper online.

Having a “Marko” with you on a daily basis also makes life tons of fun.

1. Capital Craft, if you can afford R 50 beers and possess a majestic beard, Arcade Empire if you want to venture further. Otherwise save your booze money, pack lunch and drive out to Mystic Monkeys, Parys for river rafting or the cheetah park.

2. I’ve only got one word for you: Mieliepop.

It’s like Oppikoppi but without the dust and is one of the most beautiful drives and festival locations I’ve ever been to. Park Acoustics is also a monthly must, and never miss Halloween at Arcade.

3. Taken the Thuto elevator without being disabled, had Oom Gert’s chips for breakfast, or spent more time calculating your semester mark than studying to improve it.

4. They’re called secrets for a reason. If you see me around, I might share one or two with you, though.

5. A copy of Perdeby, a willingness to try new things and meet new people, and a flask (for whatever beverage you require, I won’t ask questions).

Nikita Mokgware Imaging editor

1. +27 Cafe. Do it. Just do it. You don’t even need to buy anything, just chill in that oasis of bliss and take it in. There’s wifi, so you can study while sipping on their divine milkshakes or nibbling on their desserts that are half price after 16:00 every day. They’re not even paying me to say all of this, that’s how good they are.

2. Mopanie’s Oesdag. Last year it was amazing (apparently) and it’s one of the last res traditions still going strong, so do give it a go.

3. Your bedtime becomes 4:00. Seriously I laugh when I think I used to consider midnight late.

4. Kloostersaal chips. Ask a res friend, they’ll tell you, or ask me, I’ll tell you – they’re amazing!

5. Ask for help. It will save you a ton of trouble and a ton of time, especially when it comes to studies. A lot of first-years struggle with the change in academic work and their usual studying methods don’t seem to work anymore.

Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and ask for help: start a study group, ask for directions to +27 Cafe, use Google Maps (abuse this campus wifi), just don’t be afraid. Fear has no place in the heart of a Tuks student.

Herman Hoogenboezem Head Copy editor 1. Lollipop Road House. You don’t have to get out of your car to order, and they have delicious pizza big enough to feed a student for two days.

2. I am required by law to plug Oppikoppi here. Now please let my family go.

3. You’ve registered, duh.

4. Campus has a particle accelerator. Seriously.

That is cool as s**t.

5. A bicycle. You will never find parking, it is a myth created to lure in new students.

Marko Svicevic Web editor

1. Aandklas, obviously. It’s where memories are made, friendships formed, and livers destroyed. Also, go visit the embassies around campus. The Hatfield/Arcadia area has the highest number of embassies/consulates per square kilometre in the world.

2. Oppikoppi, Ramfest, Rag, Park Acoustics, Red Bull X-Fighters, am I forgetting something? Go to all of them – you only live once!

3. You’ve tripped on the sidewalk, stairs, or even just a flat surface. It’s going to happen sooner than you think and don’t try and act cool when it does: no one looks cool tripping.

Also, you’re not a Tuks student until you get stuck in the HSB elevators.

4. The original Mapungubwe golden rhino housed in the Old Arts Building. Also, SciEnza – it’s a student’s getaway.

5. A phone charger, an endless supply of caffeine and a few good friends. A map of the university is also highly advisable. Having a “Chad” with you on a daily basis also makes life tons of fun.

Elmarie Kruger Entertainment editor 1. Uncle Faouzi’s. You need their Philadelphia wrap in your life (and your belly).

2. Oppikoppi. As the Entertainment editor, it is my duty to recommend that you attend this dirty, dusty, altogether unforgettable festival.

3. You’ve bunked a class (Mom, if you’re reading this, it was only one time. Marko made me do it).

4. The Botany building. I won’t tell you what you’ll find there. It is a secret, after all.

5. Bulk packs of two-minute noodles, decent shoes and, if you don’t stay in res (or hey, even if you do) bulk toilet paper.

Huvasan Reddy Features editor

1. University of Pretoria Hatfield campus, that’s kind of why you’re here, right?

2. Ultra Music Festival. This year’s festival will definitely be one for the history books.

3. You pull an all-nighter preparing for an exam, then enjoy a cold one at Oom Gert’s afterwards.

4. The Sci-Enza centre is a gem hidden in plain sight. Spend a day there and just take in the ingenuity of some simple yet mind-bending inventions and contraptions.

5. An open mind, and the ability to mix with people of different backgrounds and learn from them.

7KH -XQLRU7XNNLH &OXE ZDV HVWDEOLVKHG WR DVVLVW OHDUQHUV LQ *UDGes DQG WR PDNH UHVSRQVLEOH VWXG\ DQG career choices, and to develop important skills in order to better equip them for the challenges they may face as students, in their personal lives and in their future careers.

Provides Proverto study guides to learners in various subjects

Opportunities to develop leadership qualities, computer skills, life skills, study skills

Provides accurate information on study and career options

SAVE THE DATE: 18 FEBRUARY 2016 JT Welcoming Function for new first-year students

2Î?HUV DGYLFH RQ *UDGH VXEMHFW choices to Grade 9 learners and their parents

2Î?HUV H OHDUQLQJ HQULFKPHQW programmes in mathematics

2Î?HUV /HFWRU6$ RQOLQH reading programmes

Presents a Grade 12 Preparation Conference (supported by Investec)

Presents a Grade 11 Empowerment Week (supported by Investec)

2Î?HUV LQIRUPDWLRQ VHVVLRQV on admission requirements

Builds long-term relationships with prospective students

Hosts open days in conjunction with the various faculties

2Î?HUV DGYLFH WR OHDUQHUV DW individual schools

2Î?HUV VSHFLDO EXUVDULHV

Provides access to valuable information on the JT website at www.up.ac.za/juniortukkie

Develops teamwork skills Promotes involvement in community projects

2Î?HUV H OHDUQLQJ HQULFKPHQW programmes in physical science

5. Every first-year needs to chill. There’s no more need for attitude, attention seeking or “swag�. Just be a human being. Be kind to everyone you meet. You’re one step closer to adulthood but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t enjoy your time here. Have fun and get involved, because time flies and before you know it you’ll be a nostalgic old News editor who will be out of a job in a year. Not that I’m making reference to anyone in particular.

Assists Grade 12 learners with their applications for admission to study at UP

4. Campus’s best kept secret is definitely Perdeby. We have informants in the CIA, the FBI and even the Scorpions. We have more money than the Russian mafia and our office has a higher value than Nkandla. We also have undercover assassins in all classes on campus, doctors who conduct human experiments on lecturers, and we have been hiding Tupac for many years now. Now that you’ve read this, I will have to find you and kill you.

The JT Club SURYLGHV WKH IROORZLQJ ZLGH YDULHW\ RI VHUYLFHV

3. You will never be a Tukkie until you have spent more than 24 hours working on campus.

Embrace these moments and be proud of the fact that you were so dedicated to getting your degree, you gave up something as important as sleep. Don’t do this regularly, though.

click on ‘Become a JuniorTukkie’ and complete the electronic form.

Register at www.up.ac.za/juniortukkie

JCP (Joint Community Project) for second-year EBIT students

Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology (EBIT) Weeks 1 and 2

Welcome Day IRU QHZ Č´UVW \HDU VWXGHQWV

UP Open Day and faculty open days

Packaging and distribution of the JuniorTukkie magazine

-7 6WXGHQW 6RFLHW\ \HDU HQG IXQFWLRQ

JuniorTukkie Grade 12 Preparation Conference (supported by Investec)

Outreach activities at students’ former schools and communities

JuniorTukkie/Agri-Food Bursary and Career Fair

JT Ambassador’s Programme: Involvement in career expo’s

&+(0,675<

PHYSICS

STATISTICS

The JuniorTukkie Office also provides tutoring to JuniorTukkie Student Society memebers and other Tuks students in the following subjects:

JuniorTukkie Grade 11 Empowerment Week (supported by Investec)

Î&#x2013;QIRUPDWLRQ VHVVLRQ IRU *UDGH and 11 learners and their parents

JuniorTukkie Grade 11 Top Achievers function

-7 SURMHFWV LQFOXGH WKH IROORZLQJ

��������� �� ��� ������� ������� �������� ��� ���� ������� ������������ ��� ����� �����

%\ FRPSOHWLQJ WKLV PDQGDWRU\ VHUYLFH WKH\ HDUQ WKH SULYLOHJH WR EHFRPH PHQWRUV WR \RXQJHU VWXGHQWV DQG OHDUQHUV GXULQJ -XQLRU7XNNLH HYHQWV

�� ������� ������� ������� ��� �������� �� �������� KRXUVČ&#x2021; DGPLQLVWUDWLYH ZRUN LQ WKH -XQLRU7XNNLH 2É?FH

7KH IROORZLQJ LV UHTXLUHG IURP PHPEHUV

7KH -7 6WXGHQW 6RFLHW\ ZDV HVWDEOLVKHG WR DVVLVW WKH -XQLRU7XNNLH 2É?FH ZLWK LWV YDULRXV SURMHFWV ZKLOH SURYLGLQJ VWXGHQWV ZLWK WKH RSSRUWXQLW\ WR JDLQ YDOXDEOH NQRZOHGJH DQG VNLOOV )LUVW WR Č´QDO \HDU VWXGHQWV DUH ZHOFRPH WR MRLQ WKH -XQLRU7XNNLH 6WXGHQW 6RFLHW\

1st \HDU WR Č´QDO \HDU

�� Society for first- to final-year students

=

7KLV LV DQ LPSRUWDQW JURXS ZLWKLQ WKH EURDGHU 83 DOXPQL ERG\

83 <RXQJ $OXPQL

-XQLRU7XNNLH PHPEHUV DUH HQFRXUDJHG WR MRLQ WKH -7 $OXPQL DV HDUO\ DV LQ WKHLU WKLUG \HDU RI VWXG\

VWXGHQWV

$OXPQL IRU SRVWJUDGXDWH

10

Engaging with other Tuks Young Alumni through social media

6

Participating in marathons

2

Attending guest lectures in faculties and departments

11

Making donations towards the JuniorTukkie 6XVWDLQDELOLW\ )XQG

Participating in golf

7

3

Receiving Young Alumni newsletters

4

12

6SRQVRULQJ D JuniorTukkie

Attending music evenings

8

Receiving the Young Alumni annual report

$V D PHPEHU RI -XQLRU7XNNLH $OXPQL DQG 83 <RXQJ $OXPQL \RX ZLOO EHFRPH SDUW RI DQ HYHU JURZLQJ DQG XQLTXH QHWZRUN RI 7XNNLHV ZKR PDNH YDOXDEOH FRQWULEXWLRQV WR VRFLHWLHV DOO RYHU WKH ZRUOG

Attending wine-tastings

9

5

Attending AmaTuks soccer team matches

Attending business breakfasts

1

Members also qualify for participation in UP Young Alumni activities such as:

0HPEHUVKLS RI -7 $OXPQL LV D FRQWLQXDWLRQ RI D OLIHORQJ UHODWLRQVKLS ZLWK 83 DQG WKH Č´UVW VWHS WRZDUGV DQ RSSRUWXQLW\ WR PDNH D ELJ GLÎ?HUHQFH LQ WKH OLYHV RI WKH QH[W JHQHUDWLRQ RI 6RXWK $IULFDQ OHDGHUV

7R EXLOG ORQJ WHUP UHODWLRQVKLSV ZLWK TXDOLW\ VWXGHQWV

+

5HJLVWHU DW ZZZ XS DF ]D MXQLRUWXNNLH FOLFN RQ Č&#x2020;%HFRPH D -XQLRU7XNNLHČ&#x2021; DQG FRPSOHWH WKH HOHFWURQLF IRUP

IRU SRVWJUDGXDWH VWXGHQWV

JT Alumni

1. Since the passing of Hatfield Square (R.I.P.), there are few places left in Hatfield for the party goers. You could try Tennessee, Aandklas or Springboks, depending on what kind of atmosphere you enjoy. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re down for some chilling then you have to check out +27, Aroma, and Cafe Assia.

�� ���� IRU *UDGHV DQG OHDUQHUV

Chad Johnston News editor

Please note that membership of the JuniorTukkie Club does not guarantee admission to any programme at UP:

2. Rag. Okay, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s changed a bit over the years but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still a blast. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something really liberating about running around a farm looking at cool floats, laughing at bad ones and literally tanning while youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re walking. Bring an umbrella or bid farewell to your complexion.

:+$7 Î&#x2013;6 JuniorTukkie $// $%287"

16 January 2016 | News 11

12

Features | 16 January 2016

The four secrets to a frugal first-year JARED DE CANHA First-year comes with new personal responsibilities, especially when you consider that less than three months earlier you needed permission to use the bathroom at school.

Perdeby has compiled a first-year financial survival guide which could mean the difference between survival and starvation during the end of the month drought.

Exploit student discounts and weekday specials Because the Hatfield economy depends on students as much as it does on the Blue Bulls winning, be prepared to whip your student card out at any opportunity where a student discount presents itself. Also remember to keep an eye open for weekday specials, which can double as opportunities to eat well and forge new friendships because these weekday specials are often frequented by other students.

Pubs and clubs are not the only option for a night out A night out in Pretoria can break the bank if it not prepared for properly. This is why any frugal

first-year knows that a fiscally responsible night out begins with proper pre-drinks. Mixing your own drinks and drinking before going out saves you paying club and bar drink rates later in the evening.

House parties in general are not only safer, becuase you don’t have to drive anywhere, but also cheaper because you can skip entrance fees and expensive drinks altogether.

Other handy pre-drinks tips include leaving your bank card behind and only taking cash with you. This will ensure that you avoid blowing your budget in a moment of weakness on the dance floor. Also, leave going out for as late in the week as possible, as this will prevent you from bankruptcy on a Tuesday morning.

Sell, sell, sell Consider selling your notes and textbooks from a completed module. Wize Books and Protea offer opportunities for second hand purchase and resale.

Snack smarter, not harder “First-year spread” is a phenomenon which affects countless first-years who succumb to the temptations of an unbalanced eating plan. By

following a routine of packing snacks every day, one can avoid dipping into your weekly budget for fast food concessions, slim your waistline and keep a positive bank balance.

By abiding by these four secrets, the challenge of surviving first year will seem less daunting on the financial front and will ease the burden of blind budgeting.

Dealing with student stress: a guide COURTNEY TINK Feeling stressed or overwhelmed in your first year is completely understandable. You have to make new friends, work in a new and different environment, and possibly adjust to life away from home.

Perdeby spoke to Caitlin Barford, a masters student in counselling psychology, who shared a few tips about stress and how to manage it.

Stress can present itself in various ways, but some of the most common symptoms of stress include headaches, social withdrawal, feelings of hopelessness or depression and a change in eating or sleeping habits. While this is not an exhaustive list, if you’re experiencing these symptoms it’s possible that stress is getting the better of you. If you suffer from these symptoms, you should consider seeing a professional for help.

While first year may be daunting, there are ways to limit the stress you experience. Ensure you stay up-to-date with your work and be aware of deadlines and test dates. Make an effort to avoid procrastination by setting a timetable.

While your newly gained freedom may be exciting, don’t forget to communicate with your support system and never be afraid to ask for

advice.

It is important to develop a routine and allow yourself enough time for both academic and leisure activities. By allocating different times to different activities, you can avoid feeling overwhelmed. Whether you go for a jog or sit and watch series, when your study time comes around you will feel less ambushed and more prepared.

Some tips for dealing with stress include normalising your situation and understanding that all students are placed under pressure. Keep the stress you experience in perspective by discussing the difficulties you experience with your peers and support system.

Always remember that you are never alone, as there are group workshops that are offered by Student Support which deal with a wide range of issues, from stress management, adjustment to university life and exam preparation to support with parental divorce, trauma and loss, and depression and anxiety. Personal consultations are also available should students require further assistance. Student Support is located next to the Student Centre, opposite the Tukkiewerf entrance. Student support may be contacted on 012 420 2333. Their office hours are 07:30-15:30.

Always remember that you are never alone

Advertorial

Established in 1959, Woolfson’s Pharmacy is the leading provider of medicine and healthcare within the Hatfield community. With over half a century in the medical and pharmaceutical industries, Woolfson’s has provided professional healthcare by combining traditional values with the best that modern medicine has to offer. Conveniently situated within walking distance from the University of Pretoria’s Hatfield Campus, Woolfson’s offers a wide range of healthcare services including medical screenings, awareness campaigns and vaccinations among the UP student population. Woolfson’s understands the student community’s needs and is therefore constantly involved in student healthcare both on and off campus. Woolfson’s engages in regular awareness campaigns which aid in informing students and the broader community on sexual education, alcohol intoxication, combating communicable diseases and everyday student health. In collaboration with UP’s Department of Health and University Management, Woolfson’s is responsible for all residence vaccinations across UP campuses annually. Woolfson’s also conducts Rabies vaccines on the Onderstepoort campus, ensuring healthy livestock for veterinary students.

Among its many features, Woolfson’s has a fully functioning clinic at the disposal of all UP students. Operated by a full-time qualified sister, a visit to the clinic ensures that each customer is offered a professional and reliable service. The clinic offers blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol and glucose testing, vaccinations for a wide range of health issues, family planning sessions and HIV and STD testing. Although Woolfson’s provides

Photo: Kaylyn O’Brien

services to the broader Hatfield community, it’s convenience and reliability is especially geared towards the student community.

For all those looking to build their body or merely stay in shape, Woolfson’s Pharmacy offers a Bodymax supplement zone particularly suited for students wishing to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The pharmacy also supplies UP’s infamous High Performance Centre with all its healthcare and supplement requirements on a daily basis. Woolfson’s gives you the benefit of choosing to open student or medical aid accounts with the comfort and satisfaction of free product delivery in the greater Hatfield area. Combined with competitive market prices and Woolfson’s loyalty card programmes, students are assured to get the best value out of their money.

Woolfson’s is also registered with most medical aids guaranteeing piece of mind to the many worried parents watching the children head off to varsity. With a friendly staff committed to ensuring customer satisfaction and a caring service, Woolfson’s provides professional and quality service while embedding a sense of community in its line of work. At Woolfson’s Pharmacy sometimes, a smile and a few friendly words are the best kind of medicine which can be offered.

Woolfson’s Pharmacy is open Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 18:30, Saturdays until 14:00. Woolfson’s Clinic hours are Monday to Friday from 09:30 until 18:30, Saturdays until 13:00.

Visit Woolfson’s Pharmacy for all your healthcare requirements in The Fields, 1066 Burnett Street, Hatfield (opposite the Protea Book store). Alternatively, contact Woolfson’s on 012 342 4546/47 (tel), 086 762 7188 (fax) or check out their Facebook page - Woolfson’s Pharmacy.

The Fields, 1066 Burnett Street, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0083 P.O. Box 13983 , Hatfield, 0028 Tel: 012-342 4546, Fax: 012-342 4547 E-mail: info@woolfsonspharmacy.co.za www.woolfsonspharmacy.co.za

16 January 2016 | Features

13

Student survival guide SAVANNAH PLASKITT Your first few weeks as a university student can be quite busy and stressful, so here are some of the very basics to get you started.

Laundry Check the labels of your clothes. If they are machine washable, there will be an image that looks like a side view of a bucket filled with water.

If there are hands in the bucket, the clothing item should be hand washed.

“Remember to check your pockets” If an item of clothing is not able to go in the washing machine, it will be clearly stated on the label. Separate your light and dark items, although you may find you do not need to do this if the colours don’t run. New jeans must always be washed alone or with dark clothes as their colour tends to run. Remember to check your pockets and make sure they’re empty. Some machines have a drawer for your washing powder to go into. For those that do not have a compartment, like most res machines, put your washing powder directly into the machine with your clothes.

Cold economical wash is generally the best option. If you are worried what might happen to a certain piece of clothing in the drier, rather hang it on a washing line instead.

Buying food Always check the expiration date.

There is nothing more frustrating than coming home with food that expires the next day. Not all fruit and vegetables need to be stored in the fridge, as tomatoes, onions, pears and bananas are better stored in a cool, dry place. It’s usually much cheaper to buy food in bulk, so take a friend or two along and share things like pockets of potatoes or chicken pieces .

Cooking

• Fried noodles Make two minute noodles as per usual. Fry some chopped onions, frozen vegetables and meat in a pan and then add the noodles.

• Tomato pasta sauce Fry some onions in a pan and add diced tomatoes or a can of tinned tomatoes. You can also add bacon, mushrooms or minced beef to the sauce. Serve over pasta.

• Banana pancakes: Mash two bananas in a bowl and one egg and one teaspoon of baking powder. Fry three or four pancakes, and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Transport • Uber Uber is an on-demand taxi service that allows you to request a ride as you need it. It is cash free, so be sure to register your banking details on the app when you sign up. When you need to go somewhere, simply

use the app to choose your vehicle type (UberX is the cheapest option), set your pickup location (you can also get a fare estimate), and follow the instructions on screen. The driver’s phone number, number plate and other information will be sent to you.

There is also an option to split the fare over several Uber accounts if you’re sharing the trip.

• LC de Villiers sports campus bus There are two buses that leave from the Daan Swiegers parking lot opposite the duck pond on the Sport campus every 15 minutes, Monday to Friday. They stop outside the Centenary Building on Hatfield campus.

The first bus leaves at 06:45 from the Sport campus, and the last bus leaves from the Centenary building at 17:45.

Every degree matters: five careers that will shape SA’s future HUVASAN REDDY Becoming a student at the University of Pretoria is a symbol of your excellence. As you embark on your academic journey in your field of choice, you may attract criticism from some students. Perdeby looked at some of the 1213 fields of study available at UP that might be criticised but will be highly beneficial in the future.

Education Once famed as the noblest of all professions, teaching has lost popularity in recent years. According to the Centre for Enterprise and Development, one of the greatest challenges facing the South African education system is the production of sufficiently qualified, competent teachers who can provide quality teaching for all school subjects and phases. According to a report by the World Economic Forum, South Africa was the lowest ranking of 148 countries regarding the level of mathematical and scientific education.

As part of a new generation of South Africans, by entering into the teaching profession you might be able to lead South Africa’s youth to receiving excellent education.

Psychology A bachelor’s degree in psychology is not only the first step to becoming a registered psychologist, but will provide you with the ability to begin to understand human nature and behaviour. Currently there are just over 7000 registered psychologists in

image by

South Africa, with the vast majority concentrated in urban areas. There is a need for mental health professionals in less developed and rural areas.

Many highly successful people possess qualifications in psychology, including the university’s very own Vice-Chancellor Prof. Cheryl de la Rey. Agriculture The average South African farmer is 62 years old, and as the years go by more and more youth seem to view

a career in agricultural cultivation as archaic and undesirable. Due to a lack of younger agriculturalists, a food shortage could be a problem in the not-so-distant future. Young agriculturalists could come to the rescue and sustain the future of South Africa.

Nursing While becoming a doctor seems to be the more glamorous career choice, nurses are in high demand in South Africa. Nationwide, approximately

49% of nursing positions are vacant, with over 44 000 nurses needed in South African hospitals and clinics.

The four year Bachelor of Nursing Science (BCur) degree will allow you to become a highly sought after medical professional.

Social Work A bachelor’s degree in social work from UP is internationally recognised and provides careers in both the public and private sector. Social work is not only key to developing

communities and society as whole, but will also help place the world into context. Social work aims to improve the general level of quality of life, and provide social welfare to those in need.

Choosing a career is a complex decision, and a number of factors must be taken into account.

Regardless of the career path you may choose, each and every field has unique benefits that will contribute to society.

14

Features | 16 January 2016

HUVASAN REDDY MICHAL - MARE LINDEN I would tell my first-year self to get involved in everything and not let people hold you back from doing so.

In first year I spent all my time with one person, which prevented me from meeting new people, making new friends, joining groups that appealed to my interests, and generally just experiencing the things university had to offer.

By the end of first year, I was unhappy and ready to leave. In my second year, I changed my attitude and chose to be involved. I made so many new friends, some of which will be my bridesmaids one day, and made some of my best memories. That, and ironing is more effective with an ironing board.

CHAD JOHNSTON I guess I’d say to myself, “Myself. Put those hot wings down, you know you don’t need them. Get more involved in societies at Tuks because you’re only going to be here for three years and one day you’re going to look back at yourself and regret not being more involved. Sleep. Please.

The day will come when you’ll have to think to yourself, “Am I going to sleep or am I going to get 50% for this assignment?” Myself, please stop stressing. You now have the freedom to make your own choices and not be judged. Myself, please enjoy every moment you have with every friend you make because you never know if this is the last moment you’ll have together. Oh and … don’t forget to laugh, breathe and drop a deuce in every single bathroom on this campus. Start early otherwise you’ll need to catch up in third year.”

In your first year set the foundation that will lead to your academic and personal success.

Never forget where you came from and who you came with, but at the same time don’t hesitate to find yourself and become your own person. Make new friends, learn new things and enjoy new experiences. This is the beginning of the rest of your life, after all. Keep it real homie.

HERMAN HOOGENBOEZEM Advice is great. It makes the person giving it feel like they are giving something back, and makes the person receiving it feel like they will be prepared for what’s coming.

So I am more than willing to give you some advice, and I am fully expecting exactly none of you to follow it. Advice is the passing of wisdom from those who have it to those who don’t, but the problem is that wisdom is experience gained from making mistakes.

The knowledge is useless without the experience. But hey, keep asking questions and something might stick. So here’s the biggest mistake I’ve made. You are going to procrastinate. That’s fine, but be aware that any report/assignment/thesis you write that’s worth the paper it’s written on takes one hour per page. 30 minutes if you’re warmed up. Budget like this for your final report/thesis/blood sacrifice, and thank me when you get your degree. Also, it’s better to sleep in class than in your bed.

EM

16 January 2016 | Features

15

You will trip and you will fall, don't try to act cool.

CARLI-ANN FURNO My first-year self moved from Jo’burg to Pretoria and knew absolutely nobody; not in my commune, not in my class and not in Hatfield Square.

Okay, maybe a few people there. I remember my first-year self joining the netball team and feeling extremely intimidated by the other girls on the court. I remember joining the gym and being intimidated by the girl on the stepper next to me. Heck, if I had to meet my current third-year self she would probably intimidate me too.

I eventually found my feet, new friends, a boyfriend or two and Aandklas, and these have been the greatest years of my life. If I could go back, I would tell my first-year self that I would be just fine, that I didn't need to be like anyone else, that I was enough and that the years ahead would be so very full of abundant life. I would tell myself to lighten up, to laugh at how outside of my comfort zone I was, and to pursue every possible moment of the student years that I had been given.

ELMARIE KRUGER Now, this is a story all about how my first year got flipped-turned upside down.

And I’d like to take a minute, just sit right there – I’ll tell you how to become a third year with flair.

In north-east Johannesburg, born and raised, Klooster was where I spent most of my days.

Chilling out, maxin’, relaxin’ all cool When really, I should’ve been in OPV 112.

When a couple of guys who were up to some good Told me to join Perdeby, I should’ve understood.

I only went to one res social and my mom got scared She said, “stop wasting time in your room and get out there!” *With apologies to Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff

MARKO SVICEVIC Firstly, I would say go to class. With so much freedom moving from high school to university, it sometimes lets us a bit too loose and off the hook.

Attending class not only means you’re up to speed with everything, but when it comes to studying for exams, those who have attended class will find it much easier to study for their exams. Secondly, I would say get involved. The only way to truly experience what university is about is to try out as many things as possible, and trust me, Tuks has a lot of possibilities. Sport, culture, Perdeby, TuksFM, day and faculty houses, political, social and religious societies are just a few of these possibilities. It’s really true what they say at the end, it’s not the things you’ve done which you regret, it’s those which you didn’t do.

Infographic by: Mothusi Masibi

NIKITA MOKGWARE Do not keep calm and watch anime.

Don't do it, my gosh, it's a trap! Do you hear me? A trap!

MOTHUSI MASIBI Get your degree, get a car, a house, get a job and start a family .

Everyone is doing that, like everyone, so don’t be scared of what the future holds, it looks good, just do what you do best and be unique.

“Abantu ba zothini/What are people going to say”, is a waste of time. Go to campus in slippers, eat alone, love who makes you happy (you won’t regret it) and live your life.

SHEN SCOTT Find out your learning style, don’t try so hard to save your money, don’t skip class to play thunee, start doing photography, and make friends with the smart kids.

16

Entertainment | 16 January 2016

Oppikoppi 2015. Photos: Shen Scott

Perdeby’s declassified festival survival guide ELMARIE KRUGER While coming to university means academic pressure and commitments to societies and residences for some, it can mean debauchery and total freedom from parental control for others.

With this freedom comes partying late into the night, and what better place to do this than at a music festival?

The highlight of many students’ festival calendars is undoubtedly Oppikoppi. For many, first year is the year in which they attend their first Oppi, and this can be daunting if you aren’t well prepared.

It might seem obvious, but taking a tent and knowing how to set it up is the most important part of your preparations. It is also important to take warm clothes, sunblock and lots of water.

Quenching your thirst with nothing but beer and vodka is not recommended.

Tent placement is incredibly important. While it might seem like a good idea to place your tent as close to the stage area and bathrooms as possible, setting up camp a small distance from the stages will save you from waking up next to a drunk, lost stranger or having to clean vomit off your tent in the dark. To avoid becoming a drunk, lost stranger to someone else, consider putting up a flag or a sign at your tent to clearly identify your campsite.

Closed shoes are vital. Your el cheapo flip-flops might seem like the best shoes to take along, but they will likely be ruined within the first two hours of your arrival, and taking on the dustbowl with bare feet could prove to be a dirty, painful nightmare.

After Ramfest’s postponement in 2015, the festival is set to

return in 2016 to satisfy festivalgoers’ rock and metal music needs. What Oppikoppi offers in dust, Ramfest offers in mud, so a good pair of gumboots will come in handy.

For any festival, it will be useful to have a camping chair and first aid kit, and knowledge of how to use the latter.

Since most music festivals won’t supply you with hot showers, you need to be prepared to take lengthy wet-wipe baths and clean your hair with baby powder.

The most important thing to take to any festival, however, is a positive attitude. After having squeezed into your buddy’s Citi Golf next to the beer boxes and sleeping bags, you deserve to stretch your legs and enjoy a few days of live music and relaxation.

Cake and steak: a restaurant guide Photos: Ciske van den Heever

JULIA BAIN Moving to a new city for university means being away from your family and friends, but it also means no more visits to your favourite coffee shop or local steakhouse. Trying to find a new preferred restaurant for a good steak or delicious slice of cake can take some time, so here are some great local places to try out.

Huckleberry’s If you’re looking for a laid-back spot for Sunday afternoon tea and cake, Huckleberry’s should be your first choice. The student prices for a slice of cake and pot of tea make Huckleberry’s appealing for those who want to treat themselves after a long week of classes. Located on the corner of Florence Ribeiro and Nicolson Street, this cosy and quaint café is surrounded by a park and even has a playground for those wanting to indulge their inner child.

Belle’s Patisserie Situated in Hazelwood, this modern patisserie offers not only cake but also a large assortment of delicate pastries and baked goods.

From tarts to macaroons, there’s a wide variety to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Isabella’s Cake and Food Shop For a girlier atmosphere of decorated tearooms, Isabella’s definitely caters for a classy experience. With various branches in Pretoria and a selection of classic and interesting varieties of cake and a two-for-one cake special on Wednesdays, you and your friends can enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of cake to celebrate your first semester test.

Photo: Stefan Stander

Eastwoods Located on Eastwood Street a few minutes away from the Hatfield campus, Eastwoods is the perfect spot to grab a cold draught and a steak while watching the game. With many specials throughout the week and a big screen setup for match days, Eastwoods has great food and a great atmosphere for any sport fan.

Moo Moo wine bar & grill Located in the Brooklyn Design Square, Moo Moo offers a relaxed dining experience and a lighthearted atmosphere that makes it the perfect place to unwind with friends. With the slogan “Meet and Whine”, it’s no surprise that meat and wine lovers flock here after a hard week at varsity.

Papa’s Real Food This restaurant with a newly added pub area is situated at Duncan Yard, a ten-minute walk from the Hatfield campus. The welcoming atmosphere and great food gives anyone a good reason to go for a delicious steak on any day of the week. For those looking for a relaxed feel during their dinner, Papa’s offers blues music on Thursdays and Saturdays.

Ultra neat and safe

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS

TO LET

6km from University CONTACT ASA LETTING

082 359 3985

Finding your people: a nerd’s guide to campus THOMAS MARAIS At first, campus can seem intimidating to a nerd, filled with people who actually go outside more than once a month. Fear not, though, as Perdeby has some tips to get you to meet your people and enjoy your time at UP. There are plenty of societies on campus that can help you slip right into your niche, such as Tuks MTG (Magic: The Gathering), TuksGaming, anime, and debating societies. These let you meet other nerds, engage in the activities you want to take part in, and some can even help you to participate in events across the country.

If you enjoy reading, perhaps the English department’s Inklings society is just the place for you. If you prefer your alone time, the university has a large library that is quiet and has more than just textbooks to read. Fantasy, thrillers, classics – there’s something for everyone. For buying books instead of borrowing, there are bookstores on and around campus, such as Bookmark, Protea Books, and Van Schaiks.

Gamers can enjoy the free campus-wide Wi-Fi that allows you to play League of Legends, Hearthstone, Counter Strike: Global Offensive or DotA2 for as long as you like, or to access your Steam or Origin accounts for your single player games.

Outer Limits, a comic book store located on Lynnwood road, is a sanctuary for traditional gamers and comic book readers.

There you can find weekly MTG tournaments (aside from the tournaments hosted by Tuks MTG on campus), a thriving hub of traditional boardgamers and roleplaying game groups, board games like Catan or Small World, comics, graphic novels and manga.

Whatever province of geekdom you hail from, there is something on or close to campus just for you, and plenty of people to share it with.

16 January 2016 | Entertainment

17

Photo: Ciske van den Heever

The who’s who of coffee at Tuks Photo: Charlotte Bastiaanse

Ten clothing items every student needs in their closet AAISHA KALLIER Next to buying textbooks and organising a jam-packed schedule, getting dressed fashionably is not necessarily a priority to students. Here are some key items that will keep you feeling comfortable on campus.

First things first: every student absolutely needs a good pair of sneakers or pumps. Campus is huge, so be sure to invest in some comfortable walking shoes.

Next, solid colour t-shirts with crew necks, V-necks, or any type of neckline that suits your style. Solid colours allow you to add more layers to your outfit without creating too much clutter.

A good pair of blue jeans is always a good base point for any outfit – skinny, bell-bottoms or even straight cut. What’s key is that they fit perfectly.

Never lose track of time in an exam. A reliable watch that has a bit of your own personal style is a must.

Now that we have the basic items down, we can add items to enhance the overall look. A quality jacket for those chilly days is

a good investment. Denim or leather jackets are always a classic way to add some interest to the overall outfit.

A belt is another good way to round off your outfit, whether it’s plain, thick or thin – anything but bedazzled. These forgotten gems bring an outfit together without the fuss of too many accessories.

An amazing pair of sunglasses can also come in handy. There are many types and shapes out there, so make sure to find the pair that suits you.

Something knitted can also add an extra splash of style to your outfit. Knits will always be in fashion. They’re not just a gorgeous way to spice up an outfit, but they’re also functional. Knit scarves or beanies are particularly useful for autumn and winter.

For those days when you’re going to be studying in the library all day, some comfortable sweatpants will be your best friend.

Lastly, you will need a bag that is strong enough to hold every textbook for all the nine modules you’ll likely be taking this semester. Ensure that your bag is covered in your personality, but also that it will not tear apart under any circumstances.

Francois van Coke performing at Arcade Empire’s fourth birthday celebrations. Photo: Shen Scott

Pretoria by night: party spots in the Jacaranda City ELMARIE KRUGER With Hatfield Square officially a thing of the past, UP students have had to source some new venues at which to let out their inner party animal. Luckily the nightlife in Pretoria is always something worth experiencing, even without the convenience of Square.

Springbok Bar Situated in Hilda Street, Springbok is a short walk away from campus and offers frequent drink specials, hunger-busting burgers and regular karaoke nights at prices that won’t make your wallet want to weep.

Aandklas Across the road from Springboks is the quirky rock ‘n roll vortex that is Aandklas. Known for their quiz nights on Wednesdays and open mic sessions on Sundays, Aandklas is the perfect hang-out spot for lovers of old school rock and a rustic atmosphere.

Capital Craft Beer Academy Good craft beer is hard to find, but Capital Craft’s wide selection of on-tap craft beers won’t disappoint. Located at the Greenlyn Village Centre in Menlo Park, Capital Craft also offers various wines, specialty burgers and their own beer festival, which is annually hosted in June at the Voortrekker Monument.

Ty’s Nightclub Featuring a playlist filled with only the finest house, hip-hop, R&B and dubstep, Ty’s is the go-to venue for those who enjoy dancing the night away. Ty’s also offers specialty cocktails, but be prepared to face a crowded dance floor on some nights. If you’re a jeans and t-shirt kind of person, be warned that you’ll have to dip into the more sophisticated side of your wardrobe if you’re making your way to Ty’s.

Arcade Empire Whether you enjoy dancing or just having a relaxed night out with your friends, Arcade Empire can provide you with the best of both worlds. With an impressive dinner and drink menu and quirky, gaming-inspired decor, Arcade has become a post-Square favourite for most students. Top class acts such as Bittereinder, Desmond and the Tutus and Kyle Watson perform here regularly, and their annual Halloween party is not to be missed, as it draws a big crowd each year and offers a variety of stages featuring different genres to choose from.

Tennessee With a branch recently opening in Duncan Walk, Tennessee hosts regular quiz nights. Marketing themselves as a bar and pool lounge, they also host a variety of DJs on a regular basis.

SAVVA POUROULLIS After a couple of weeks at university, you’ll soon notice the bags that form under your eyes or a nagging voice in your head telling you that it’s time to chill. You will learn sooner or later that coffee is the perfect solution to all of your problems.

Coffee Buzz With arguably the cheapest cup of coffee you will find on campus, Coffee Buzz is known for their tasty samoosas and friendly service. While not necessarily a provider of gourmet coffee blends, Coffee Buzz’s affordable cappuccinos and standard filter coffee is great if you need a quick caffeine fix on a tight budget. They also offer Americano coffee and espressos, for those looking for something stronger, and if you’re in need of something sweet with your coffee after a long day of class, their various cakes and other sweet treats are sure to attract your attention.

Tribeca While different from the other American-style Tribeca restaurants in Pretoria, Tribeca Campus is still a restaurant.

However, selling their own branded coffee beans and having a dedicated barista also qualifies this establishment as a coffee house.

The beans they use for their Americano coffee have a mediumdark roast that has a rich aroma. A vibrant, chatty atmosphere makes Tribeca a hotspot for coffee socialisation and casual first “it’s not a date” dates.

Haloa Coffee This hipster haven charges slightly less for an Americano and serves a larger cup than most, offering a medium-date roast.

Niche offerings include a sectioned-off room with couches and watching the baristas make your coffee.

Space at Haloa is limited, but that adds to the charm of a great decorative setup, including an old scooter, a workbench complete with a bench vise - and a wall covered with books.

The plugs hanging from the ceiling also make for a perfect laptop study spot.

✓ Fully furnished comfortable rooms ✓ DSTV ✓ Uncapped ADSL internet access ✓ Cleaning services ✓ Peaceful beautiful setting ✓ Secure Parking ✓ Across from Casbah ✓ Price: R3750/ month

Contact: Janine Asti 083 652 1242 j9asti@gmail.com ADDRESS: #1 Wilkenson Str Kilnerpark

18

Entertainment | 16 January 2015

The arts at UP: a guide

Photo: Ciske van den Heever

UP Ovuwa performing in the Musaion. Photo: Fezekile Msimang

KOJO ESSAH UP has a number of arts societies that are perfect for you, whether you like to sing, dance, play an instrument or act. The university has different orchestras and choirs on offer, as well as an English society that occasionally performs plays.

UP Symphonic Winds is a wind band that was established in 2012 to serve as the replacement for the Concert Ensemble. Ever since their formation, they have been steadily gaining fame from their lunchtime concert performances and their performances at events such as the Diamond Jubilee for the Guide Dogs Association of South Africa. The band is conducted by Gerben Grooten, and in 2015 they performed a wide variety of music. If you would like to join the band, you need to be proficient in either a woodwind or a brass instrument.

The Tuks Camerata Choir was formed on 20 March 1968, with the mission of contributing towards the cultural development of students and enriching the community through choral singing.

Tuks Camerata has achieved global and local success, with one of their greater achievements being winning in the Mixed Youth Choir category at the 8th World Choir Games in Riga, Latvia, in 2014. They also came second in the Scenic Folklore category.

The choir is conducted by Michael Barrett. The choir is open to any registered student below the age of 30, and you need to successfully pass an audition to be a member.

The UP Symphony Orchestra has been in existence since 1961 and is the only large-scale orchestra in Pretoria that performs a symphonic music catalogue on a regular basis. The orchestra has performed with well-known South African artists such as Amanda Strydom and Charl du Plessis. The choir is conducted by Gerben Grooten. Membership is open to anyone who is proficient in an orchestral instrument.

The UP Ovuwa cultural ensemble was established in 1998.

The name “Ovuwa” means cultural awakening. Their mission is to carry out comprehensive research about different music genres that represent the diversity of South Africa in order to perform them with energy, grace and pride. The performance of songs and dances from different cultural backgrounds creates a unique experience which also brings group members together. UP Ovuwa has various notable achievements, including touring to Peru in 2011, and to the USA in 2012 and 2015. The ensemble is conducted by Mxolisi Duda.

The Inklings is an independent student society with links to the English department. This society has creative writing workshops, as well as its own poetry and short story magazine called Inclinations, which accepts contributions. The Inklings stage a yearly dramatic production by playwrights such as Shakespeare and Oscar Wilde. Their performances include rare classical, medieval and renaissance plays.

The Old Arts Building on Hatfield campus. Photo: Kaylyn O’Brien

Cracking the code to campus: entertainment secrets at Tuks SHAUN SPROULE Campus may seem daunting to someone who has to navigate through it for the first time, and in the beginning waiting for two hours before your next class can be terribly boring. As you go on through the year, you’ll learn little tricks and secrets that make campus life more interesting. To simplify the task, here is a list of some of Perdeby’s most useful campus tips.

Lunch-Hour Concerts The Leo Haese Lunch-Hour Concerts usually take place on Thursdays at 12:30 in the Musaion. They feature performances by local musical arts groups, from the UP Symphony Orchestra, Ovuwa and Tuks Camerata, to short plays offered by the drama department, jazz performances and performances by soloists.

Museums Hatfield campus has a few interesting places to explore while you wait for your next class. One of these places is the SciEnza, located across from the Old Agriculture building. Here you can look around several sections of science with interactive contraptions that stretch your mind. With everything from animal skeletons to a mirror maze, the SciEnza is the perfect place to go to spend a few extra hours.

In the Old Merensky library or the Old Arts Building you can

find some sculptures and other art on display.

If all else fails, head to the top floor of the Chemistry building to take a look at campus from above through the pin-hole camera.

Echo at IT If you don’t want to stimulate your brain too much, it might be fun to head over to the courtyard outside the IT building. If you stand at the dead centre of the courtyard, legend has it that you can hear every sound from inside the courtyard, as well as be the only one to hear the echo from your voice.

Best Wi-Fi on campus It’s debatable about where the best Wi-Fi spots are on campus, but in general the engineering, law and music buildings have the strongest Wi-Fi reception. If you’re not fortunate enough to have classes in any of these buildings, the strongest Wi-Fi on campus would be in the basement levels of the humanities building. It is also relatively quiet there, so you can boldly browse the internet on your phone without looking antisocial.

The design wall Located near the Chancellors Building, the graffiti wall is your one-stop destination to find out what is happening on and around Hatfield campus. With anything from a society’s movie night to political opinions, the wall changes almost daily and can be painted on by any UP student.

Side orders and secrets: alternative places to eat KYLE OBERHOLZER The first few weeks in university usually pass in a blur for most new students, and often result in eating whatever you can get your hands on. After a few weeks however, the relentless stream of Kloostersaal or residence food, cheap burgers from Springboks and Friday night pizzas from Bravos will probably give rise to a desire for something new.

Fortunately, Hatfield and its surrounds are home to many good places to eat, ranging from cheap student deals to gourmet coffee shops.

As far as coffee goes, Aroma coffee shop – which was cofounded by a former UP student – is located on Lynnwood Road, about 200 metres away from the men’s residences, and serves arguably the best coffee in Pretoria alongside a wide selection of gourmet gelato. +27 Café is closer to the ladies’ residences on the corner of South Street and Jan Shoba Street, and offers good coffee and student breakfasts, all served in a small courtyard which provides a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of Hatfield.

For a solid meal, Baracas wine and beer bar is situated on Totius Street near Groenkloof campus and is known for their half price hamburgers on Tuesdays, best paired with one of the local craft beers they have on tap.

If one is really looking to impress, a drive down Lynnwood Road over the N1 highway will bring you to Lynnwood Ridge shopping centre, where Tribeca offers a sophisticated atmosphere and some very unusual pizzas that are sure to surprise, but be sure to wear something other than gym clothes, and budget for it beforehand. For those who aren’t willing to make the drive, Tribeca also has a branch located in Brooklyn Mall. Both offer a very different dining experience to the Tribeca branch on Hatfield campus.

It can be easy to get stuck into the cycle of eating at the same place out of habit, and it is not uncommon to reach third year only to discover that a great coffee shop has been across the road from your apartment for your entire stay at university. With a little bit of effort however, Pretoria’s dining spots are easily explored and rarely disappoint.

16 January 2015 | Entertainment

19

Photo: Hendro van der Merwe

Literature 101: books to read before starting university ELMARIE KRUGER

All information correct at time of going to print.

Image: Elmarie Kruger

Illustration: Jackie Zhang

Faking your way through art JARED BEUKES You’ve made friends with a couple of BA students, and one evening they take you to an art exhibition to admire and discuss the paintings on display. Your problem is that your knowledge of art extends no further than whatever it was Dan Brown was saying about the Mona Lisa, and you have no idea what to say. Fret not – Perdeby will guide you through the conversation.

First, you should know something about art history so you can

place each painting in context. Thousands of years ago, there were two-dimensional cave paintings. Then came two-dimensional church paintings. In the Renaissance, artists began painting nonreligious three-dimensional subjects, like bowls. A little later, during the Enlightenment, they painted well-lit bowls full of fruit.

Romantic artists painted what those cavemen would’ve painted if they’d looked outside, were aware of lighting and perspective, and had more colours at their disposal. Next came Impressionism, which depicted the world as it appears after two glasses of absinthe. Expressionism was after the whole bottle. This was followed by conceptual art, which is meaningless until somebody buys it – the more money it fetches, the more profound it is.

Lastly, there’s figurative art, which is for homeowners who can’t afford conceptual masterworks. There are four common tropes: an old boat washed up on a beach, a young couple kissing in a garden, one of the Big Five, and Table Mountain.

When you first encounter each work, you’ll want to say something about the boldness and smoothness of the lines, the contrasts in colour, the brightness of the light, whether shapes are stylised or natural, the placement of the figures, and the smooth or coarse texture. Where relevant, describe the symmetry, the figures’ movement and the effect of open spaces. Hopefully, one of your friends will have brought wine, and everything you say will sound intelligent.

It’s important, and often informative, to hear what others have to say on these points. Critical discussion hinges on differences in perception. You’ll need to know what others see to understand their judgements.

Your own judgement will involve how you feel about the artist’s depiction of the subject and the combined effect of all the elements you’ve described. Be as specific as possible, and don’t let others’ opinions sway your convictions.

On your way out, try to get a replica poster of one of the works you liked to put up on your wall at home. This is our own modern version of the cave painting.

To many students, reading isn’t always something they necessarily do for fun. However, having a good literary framework when coming to university will help you both inside and outside of the lecture hall. Books can make for excellent conversation-starters, and here are just a few that Perdeby recommends.

On the Road by Jack Kerouac Jack Kerouac was part of the Beat literary movement in the late 1950s and wrote many of the movement’s defining works. On the surface, the book seems like it is describing the ultimate road trip (which, in a way, it is). But, as is the case with most literature, this story’s message is much more profound than this. Not for readers of a more conservative persuasion, On the Road is based on Kerouac’s own travels and self-discovery.

Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk Made into a successful, catch-phrase coining movie starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton, Fight Club is a fairly short, punchy read that is sure to engross even the biggest bibliophobe. Not only is the book quotable and haunting, it is also a pivotal part of pop culture and features a seemingly simple, yet expertly crafted narrative.

Fiela se Kind (Fiela’s Child) by Dalene Matthee If this book was not on your prescribed reading list in high school (or if it was and you decided to give it a miss), Fiela se Kind is an important addition to your university reading list as it offers an insightful look into race relations in South Africa in the 19th century. The book deals tastefully yet expressively with loss, confusion and the main character’s yearning to know who he really is.

Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro This coming-of-age novel is set in a dystopian England and follows the school years of Kathy and her friends. What begins as a boarding school story with a dystopian twist soon takes a turn for the dark and dramatic as the true nature of the boarding school children is slowly revealed. As Kathy ages, the reader learns with her that growing up, no matter what your circumstances, isn’t easy to do – a universal message that can be important to remember during the tougher moments of your first year.

20

Fun and Games | 16 January 2016

Pssst...

New year, new me? No such luck. Pssst… is back and, quite frankly, the anticipation of what’s to come with a brand new batch of firstyears has Pssst… waiting with bated breath.

Maybe Madelief will be able to keep their hands on their jottirs instead of all over the Kollege boys this semester? Maybe the gentlemen (cavemen?) of Boekenhout will give washing their indisposed headwear a try?

Maybe Klaradyn will stop being the last to leave the jol? Pssst… can only hope.

Speaking of hands, Pssst… suggests that Mopanie keep their hands off the pies and on their bikes in 2016. C is for cardio, not Cornish pasty. Pssst… recommends the same advice for the ladies of Asterhof, although Pssst… understands that living on the doorstep of Dominos pizza can’t be easy. Pssst… recommends that Asterhof watch their backs as much as their fronts, or else Erika will be back on the trouvrou (and anti-feminism) bandwagon faster than you can order another handful of Cinnastix.

In keeping with affairs of the heart, it seems

as though the only cardio Katjiepiering is getting comes in the form of chasing after any attention from Olympus. Rag partners? Try sad partners. Take a lesson from the ladies of Lillium and leave those men behind. Oh wait, scratch that, Taaibos left Lillium. Even worse, Pssst… hears it was for Kiaat. At least they’re advocating for LGBTI rights.

Pssst… has high hopes for the ladies of Jasmyn. Will you attempt to outshine Tuks Village this year so that Village will claim your space as the unwelcome neighbour at the Proefplaas party? Pssst… hopes so.

It seems as though Maroela are no longer interested in throwing a couple of punches at anyone in the parking lot and have focused their attention on the Spikkles instead. Good luck girls. Pssst… hears that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Just ask Nerina, who spent most of 2015 fattening Maroela up. Speaking of moving on up (or not), it seems as though a pair of shoes has become as endangered as the rhinos themselves down at Olienhout.

Pssst… would like to congratulate Sonop on their 100 year anniversary. Too soon? Better luck next year, then.

Pssst… has nothing to say about Zinnia this week, but then again neither do they. Maybe if they competed in “most irrelevant res of the year” with the likes of Tuks Naledi, Inca and Vividus they might actually win something.

In the midst of all the questions, Pssst… has one last one: is it possible to be more over Curlitzia? Achievement is one thing, but Pssst… would rather join Nerina for their Thursday nights in the Brooklyn police cells than witness Curlitzia hop, skip and flash their way to another victory. Oh, wait, they placed third in Serrie last year. Maybe there is hope after all.

Nevertheless, another year of drama and scandal awaits and Pssst… will be here to share it all with you. Seeing as sharing is caring, share your gossip with Pssst… by sending an email to pssst@perdeby.co.za. See you all at Rag, lovelies.

Welcome to the Top Ten. This column is the advice column to end all advice columns. Each week Perdeby delivers a list on a variety of topics to ensure you are properly (mis)guided through university and life. Cut it out, stick it on your wall and quote it to your friends, but first things first: in no particular order, here are the top ten word definitions to make your university career easier.

1

The AE Annex. A non-existent venue on Hatfield campus. Many students have classes scheduled there as a result of an ongoing printing error the university still hasn’t cleared up since the general timetable reshuffle of 1998. Newly discovered free periods are best enjoyed at Oom Gert’s.

Moving soon? or Spring cleaning?

Get your boxes and packaging material for moving or storage from Boxman Hatfield, 279 Lynnwood Rd (opposite the men’s residence)

Sudoku

MICHAL-MARÉ LINDEN AND JAMES VILJOEN

071 473 0032 boxmanhatfield@gmail.com We deliver and collect in the Pretoria area.

2

The bokdammetjie. The swimming pool outside the Old Arts Building which is open for use by any registered UP student.

The reason they keep the water sparkling clean is because you are allowed to swim in it. Also, don’t forget a life jacket. You never know what can happen in 30 cm of water.

Just ask the guys who clean it.

3

Jottir. Madelief’s silly little polystyrene hats that look far better on your wall than on their heads. Perdeby invested in a few of these wall decorations last year. A carefully planned attack intervention will ensure that all other students will find you daring and admirable. Expect party invites and campus hero status.

4

Mare. A particularly messy and awesome night out (or in). Mares can take place rocking out on a table in Aandklas, bouncing around with the Rastafarians at Tings and Times, anywhere on the Oppikoppi festival grounds, or at a residence’s clubhouse.

You’ll meet a variety of cool characters and lose some memory along the way (clothing optional).

5

Oom Gert’s. A majestic location on campus provided by UP where you may consume copious responsible amounts of alcohol before after your semester test.

6

First-year spread. The gaining of weight by first-year students. This is caused by the fact that first-years no longer have to participate in sport and instead resort to an abundance of poison-pies purchased at 02:00 from a petrol station.

7 8

Engineering. A term used to describe the absence of women.

Monate. A communal dining hall located on the Sport campus with an interesting business model. They provide food with the quality of a bowling alley kitchen and the pricing of Woolworths.

9

Lectures. The best way to convince yourself that spontaneous spring cleaning and a trip to buy staples is far more important.

10

Perdeby. The best student newspaper in South Africa. Legend has it that Kurt Cobain was guest Editor-in-Chief of the publication for a week and that the Queen of England reads the newspaper weekly. You should buy these guys a drink(s).

16 January 2016 | Sport

21

The never ending road...

LC de Villiers is a great training ground

for professional and casual athletes.

The grounds offer a safe environment for jogging.

Give our route a try to test your mettle.

R104

Gordon Road

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too late to turn back...

End Street

urcCh) Street z Boapape ( h tanS

M2

Pretorius

et e

t ree d St Francis Baar

Braai Area

Hartbeesspruit

Tennis

Arcadia Street

Rugby Fields

Experimental Farm

Park Street East

Experimental Farm

ly GS rneett

e Burne t Str et

Hatfield South Street

Pa i

et Prospect Stre

n

South Street

Tu i

n

South Street

Calisthenics

Home Stretch

Anyone?

Images: Google Maps Infographic: Mothusi Masibi

22

Sport |16 January 2016

When traditional sports aren’t for you...

Overcoming obstacles with adventure racing

CARLI-ANN FURNO A sport that has become popular in recent times is obstacle course racing (OCR). Both men and women across the globe have taken to the notion of competitively enduring the physical and mental test of their strength in the outdoors.

The biggest OCR series that has developed in South Africa over recent years is the Jeep Warrior Race, and 2015 saw UP students’ competitively take on the challenge. UP student Greg Avierinos was one such participant who

has seen great success in the series and went on to represent South Africa in the OCR World Championship in the USA. If you are currently involved in an intensive training programme that focuses on body weight strength and cardio abilities, then perhaps you should consider OCR competitively. The Warrior Race Black Ops category provides an 18 km route with 30 obstacles that you can overcome with a friend, or without assistance in the Elite category.

The Warrior Race also caters for athletes from different sporting codes who enter the race for different reasons. If you aren’t particularly keen on a couple of gruelling hours in the wilderness, perhaps the Commando or Rookie route is for you. The Commando category is usually a 10lkm route with 20 obstacles, while the Rookie category offers a 5 km route with 15 obstacles.

UP biokinetics honours student Jonah Young spoke to Perdeby about why the Warrior Race appeals to him personally as an adventure seeker. “Being able to be out in nature and experience it first-hand with my head and my hands appeals to my inherent being. This race really tests you and finishing it is a great sense of accomplishment,” he said.

Judo: physical and mental combat

TAY LETHULOE TuksJudo is a specialised sport club within the university.

Judo can best be described as a combat sport that requires a high level of physical and mental fitness. It involves high levels of technique that is used to lift and throw your opponents to the ground and control them, resulting in a submission. For many this may come across as somewhat violent, but the main principle of Judo is gentleness. The name Judo is derived from the word “ju”, meaning gentleness in Japanese.

The club is affiliated with the Gauteng North Judo Association, which in turn is an affiliate of Judo South Africa, producing national judokas who represent the country at major events.

Participants are able to develop and improve their craft with qualified individuals, giving them the opportunity to gain qualifications and the possibility to represent their country.

Zack Piontek is one of the club members who was able to do so in 2015, becoming a bronze medallist in the African Open and finishing fifth at the international Grand Slam in Russia, the highest achievement by a South African. He is one of UP-Tuks’ Rio 2016 Olympic hopefuls.

Thinking outside the box with Crossfit

CARLI-ANN FURNO Crossfit is a sport that is renowned for its high intensity and dedicated focus on strength and conditioning programmes.

Crossfit incorporates elements of gymnastics (pull-ups, push-ups, bodyweight movements), metabolic conditioning (running, skipping rope, biking) and weightlifting (powerlifting and Olympic lifting). Although this might be slightly intimidating for some, Crossfit is often described by the sense of “community” it offers, and accommodating people with different levels of fitness or experience.

Workouts can be scaled by load and intensity, but not by kindness. The main objective after every class is to become faster and more efficient with better form.

The Brooklyn Crossfit gym (or box, as they call it) is particularly popular among UP students and offers a student package that

includes three classes per week. Classes only allow 15 people at a time to ensure that each athlete is given individual attention from qualified and experienced coaches. Students are also given the opportunity to represent the Brooklyn box at major competitive events, such Last Man Standing.

Ernie Malherbe is a UP student who coaches at the box, and said, “I have always wanted to be fit and regard myself as an athlete, but I just never had the game plan to get there until I started doing Crossfit. Training at a high intensity with a group of people who share similar goals is what I love about this method of fitness. There is nothing more rewarding than being a part of a fitness community.”

If you enjoy being pushed to your limits, overcoming the physical barriers of your body and pursuing new fitness heights, then perhaps Crossfit could be for you.

Two wheels to take on the mountains CARLI-ANN FURNO If you have been following cyclists from UPTuks you would have taken note of the likes of Willie Smit and Kevin Patten, two former UP cyclists who now have professional cycling teams that represent South Africa, or William Mokgopo and Elmari de Wet, sponsored UP cyclists who individually competed in elite cycling events.

Even thought UP has seen great success within its cycling division, you do not have to be a front-line achiever to be able to enjoy the sport. If you have a passion for cycling and the idea of taking to the mountains with your bike appeals to you, then you might want to try mountain biking.

This sport offers adventure seekers an outdoor experience that puts their endurance and technical cycling abilities to the test. It usually involves single track trails of alternating terrains including steep rocky climbs, meandering wooded sections and sandy downhill slopes.

One of the most challenging technical aspects

of trail rides include “switchbacks”. The trail is said to “switchback” or have a “switchback” when it turns sharply back upon itself, usually while climbing or descending a hill.

If you are up to take on the challenges that mountain biking has to offer within the remote and peaceful landscapes of South Africa, then you should consider following Wildtrail SA- a popular mountain biking event’s organiser and promoter in Pretoria.

Teaming up with Key Health, a sponsor that supports UP athletes such as Warrior Race competitors Greg Avierinos and Michelle Meyer, events are held throughout the year to accommodate riders of different experience.

Trails of different technicality and distance give every rider the opportunity to participate in the category they feel most confident to try.

Perdeby had the opportunity to be a part of the 2015 Moon Chaser series, and one particular event included a Night Race involving a 20km neon-lit mountain bike trail beneath the stars at Rosemary Hill.

Sport events to look out for ERIN SLINGERLAND

Cricket: Late February / Early March Basketball and Tennis: February and March Hockey: April Hockey Summer League: Mid-September Rugby: Begins in March Varsity Cup: Mid-February and ends in April TuksVolleyball: August Varsity Soccer: Early March – September Netball: September Tuks Cheerleading Auditions: End of July

16 January 2016 | Sport

23

A quick look at TuksSport 2015 Reflecting on the reign of TuksRugby

Tapping into TuksDance

ERIN SLINGERLAND

THORISO PHASHA

Appreciating TuksAthletics CARLI-ANN FURNO TuksAthletics experienced a season in 2015 that will not be soon forgotten. It began with the Varsity Sports competition in April in which UPTuks shared the title with North-West University after the two events in the series.

The UP athletes headed to Stellenbosch one month later to compete in the University Sports South Africa Athletics Championships. UP-Tuks were sent back home with third place after a major setback of injuries to key athletes in the league. Undoubtedly a memorable moment of the event was when 100 m sprinter Akani Simbine set a new South African record for the fastest run at sea level.

Simbine’s record was bettered by Henricho Bruintjies four days later when he ran a coastal time of 10.08 seconds in Prague. Simbine made headlines during a meeting in Slovenia when he became the second South African to dip below the ten second barrier in a time of 9.99 seconds. Bruintjies stepped up to the challenge once again during a meeting in Switzerland and bettered this record with a time of 9.97 seconds.

Simbine soon stepped back into the limelight, equalling Bruintjies’ 9.97 record at the World Student Games.

South African athletes shone at the International Association of Athletics Federations World Championships in 2015 alongside the world’s top atheletes. UP-Tuks’s High Performance Centre athletes stood among them when 400 m hurdles athlete Wenda Nel secured a spot in the final, while LJ van Zyl managed to reach the semi-finals in the men’s category. South Africa’s top 100 m athletes, Simbine and Bruintjies, were also able to reach the semi-finals in their individual events. All eyes are on UP athletes for the Rio Olympic Games that will take place later this year.

Fun, fast football ZUKO QUSHEKA UP is home to the AmaTuks football team as one of two universities in the Absa Premier League.

The team competes with big clubs such as Kaizer Chiefs and Supersport United.

The UP-Tuks football team flew the university’s flag high and entered the 2015 Varsity Football tournament hoping to defend the title with a hat-trick. After making it to the semi-finals, they were undone by their more resilient cross-town rivals Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) in a penalty shootout.

The TuksFootball ladies have also performed consistently well in the past, having reached the finals of the Varsity Football competition in 2014 and missing out in the 2015 edition. With their display of skill last season, these ladies are sure to challenge the TUT ladies in the 2016 Varsity Football.

UP also has an annual soccer league that takes place between the residences, day houses and faculty houses. The 2015 version of this annual league was won by Kiaat, who managed to navigate through the group stages and win a closely contested league.

UP-Tuks launched their 2015 rugby campaign with the Varsity Cup tournament that kicked off in February. Entering the tournament as two-time champions, much was expected from UP-Tuks. After a generally successful pool stage and quarter-final, UP-Tuks managed to top the leaderboard with an overall 30 points to secure a home semi-final against North-West University.

It was a hard fought encounter that went right down to the wire, with UP-Tuks conceding a late try in a 29-28 upset.

UP-Tuks then entered the sevens circuit in the pursuit of victory at Villager Football Club in Cape Town. After success in the first two rounds, UP-Tuks later lost out to the University of the Free State (Kovsies) in an intense final that ended 24-19, ensuring Kovsies double crowns in both the 15 and 7-man format of the game.

UP-Tuks finally earned their first silverware of the season in the less prominent Carlton Cup competition, beating Pretoria Police at Loftus Versfeld in the final to retain the title.

Photo : Brendan Fraser

The UP-Tuks women’s sevens squad had notable success in 2015 as they launched their assault on all fronts. The team registered their first trophy by winning the Stanislas Sevens in Nancy, France. They also claimed the “Most competitive team’’ award during the Centrale Sevens tournament also held in France. Domestically, they were arguably the most dominant women’s team in sevens rugby, claiming nine titles. One of the most cherished achievement for the team was the 2015 University Sports South Africa sevens tournament which they won to become national champions. To wrap up the accolades, the ladies went unbeaten in all their home matches throughout the 2015 season.

Hopefuls and hope-filled hockey THANDO CELE

TuksCricket hits season for a six DYLAN JACK The 2015 season for the Assupol TuksCricket team began with victory at the inaugural Varsity Cricket week in Potchefstroom. UP-Tuks won six of their seven log games to finish on top of their group and went on to beat the University of Johannesburg in the semi-final by 59 runs. They then faced Stellenbosch in the final and won the high pressure match by five wickets.

TuksCricket were invited to represent South Africa in the Red Bull Campus Cricket World Finals to defend the trophy that they won in 2014, the first year of the competition. The team faced a tough challenge playing India at their home ground in the semi-final but managed a 39-run win over the hosts. TuksCricket faced England in the final and out-batted the English to win the trophy as they scored an eight-wicket win.

To top off a successful season, TuksCricket were crowned Team of the Year at the 2015 TuksSport Awards.

The 2015 hockey season proved to be yet another fruitful one for the UP-Tuks Hockey Club.

The Candy Stripes men and women’s first teams swept aside all who came before them at regional level. They also proved their championship stature in northern Gauteng as they successfully defended their hockey league titles with relative ease by playing an attacking and attractive brand of hockey throughout the season.

One of the highlights of the ladies’ season undoubtedly came in the form of finishing third in the 2015 edition of Varsity Cup hockey. The men impressed at the annual University Sports South Africa hockey tournament, being crowned the best varsity team in South Africa with a 3-0 victory over Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University.

In 2015 there were eight UP representatives in the men and women’s teams for the Northern Blues provincial teams at u/21 and open level.

TuksRowing cruises to greatness DANIËL BASSON TuksRowing surpassed expectations of success when they displayed yet another successful season for both the men’s and women’s teams.

The 2015 TuksRowing season began with the team’s participation in the University Sports South Africa rowing sprints in March where they finished fourth in the women’s section, first in the men’s section and second overall.

A particular highlight of the season saw a female pair finish third at the World Championships in France in August, and the men’s four-man crew narrowly missed out on medals when they finished fourth in their event. Both crews gained qualification for the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro in 2016.

Four other UP-Tuks rowers also finished in the top eight positions of their events, seeing all of them secure Olympic qualification too.

TuksRowing cox Jason Hunter commented on the club’s aspirations for the year ahead, saying: “Looking at the year ahead, we want to get the club numbers up and put more boats of a higher quality on the water, both for training and racing, with the [ultimate] goal of bringing home gold from all [the] regattas that we compete in. For both A and B divisions we have one goal: gold.”

Vibrant volleyball ventures ERIN SLINGERLAND

TuksNetball: a side-line appraisal TAY LETHULOE 2015 was a year of mixed fortunes for the TuksNetball team. The team had a good start to the year, going into the University Sports South Africa competition having been performing well at club level, as well as domestically. They were able to win the tournament in July.

Hopes were high as the UP-Tuks team began their Varsity Sports netball campaign and they did not disappoint when they held the number one spot on the log for multiple weeks. It was only after they were beaten by the University of the Free State at home that they lost their position, finishing second on the log after the round stages and set to face Stellenbosch University (Maties) in a home semi-final.

The loss of vital players such as Shadine van der Merwe and Izette Lubbe to injuries meant that the Pretoria team was without experienced

TuksDance has kept themselves busy in thr past year by taking part in various events. Dancers managed to raise R100 000 by participating in Barnyard Theatre fundraisers to travel to the intervarsity dance competition, hosted by the University of Stellenbosch, from 7-10 August 2015. The team obtained four first places, two second places and two third places at the tournament.

TuksDance were also seen to pride themselves in their dedication to charity events and attempt to inspire the less fortunate and fortunate alike.

Other than the intervarsity competition, the team took part in three other competitions last year: Classique ballroom and latin competition, Gauteng ballroom and latin competition, and Supreme Dancer of the Year, where they took first place, four second places and one third place.

campaigners. Maties were able to pull off an upset as they beat UP-Tuks in Pretoria to deny the side yet another Varsity Netball final.

Individually, UP-Tuks had a strong representation of players in the Confederation of University and College Sport Association competition, as well as the World University Netball Championships.

The club also had a number of players who competed for the Gauteng Jaguars team in the Brutal Fruit Netball Premier League, where the team reached the final. Players like Shadine van der Merwe and Izette Lubbe have gone on to represent South Africa, playing for the national team in the European Championships and the Diamond Challenge where they finished first.

Lenize Potgieter and Izette Lubbe represented the Proteas in Australia.

The TuksVolleyball team had an exciting 2015 season. The Varsity Sports Beach Volleyball tournament kicked off the season in April and earned the UP ladies team a silver medal.

During the July holidays the male and female teams took part in the Indoor University Sports South Africa tournament in Port Elizabeth. The women’s team placed fifth and the men’s team placed 11th out of 17 teams. Twelve club players also represented the university in the Volleyball South Africa tournament at last year’s interregional tournament held in Johannesburg from 16-19 July.

The residence volleyball league kicked off on 3 August and, in one of the most closely contested tournaments since its introduction into the residence calendar, Vividus Ladies and Boekenhout emerged as the 2015 champions.

The weekend of 11-13 September saw UPTuks host the second leg of the Flying Fish Volleyball Series. UP-Tuks players progressed to the quarter-finals, gaining exposure to playing volleyball at a national level.

Four TuksVolleyball teams added to the 2015 season’s success by taking part in the provincial Gauteng Volleyball League ending in late October.

Sport

ST BEPRICE

Flip through Perdeby online www.perdeby.co.za

Get yourself a beater or a T-shirt from the Rugby House. There is nothing cooler on game day than being a part of the red “Tuks of Niks” army, especially if UP wins and you all get to go out afterwards as an entire varsity.

Win or lose, we stay to party. If UP wins, we party to celebrate. If UP loses, we party until we forget.

Infograpgic By: Bradley Duck Article By: Thando Cele

Varsity Cup past players: Jesse Kriel and Handre Pollard ZUKO QUSHEKA Varsity Cup is a league to be reckoned with, breathing into the dreams of many up-andcoming rugby players who hope represent their country in green and gold. The popular phrase “back your boytjies” could very well be the start of backing your future Springbok stars.

UP has seen particular success with two former TuksRugby players, Jesse Kriel and Handre Pollard, who have captured South African hearts with their recent World Cup performance.

The two youngsters, who ply their trade for the Blue Bulls, have enjoyed a meteoric rise to the Springboks. Both played in the same u/18 Craven Week tournament in 2012, putting in performances that drew the necessary attention to set their professional rugby careers in motion.

Pollard’s step up to TuksRugby and then quickly on to the Blue Bulls has been a fairy tale rise for the youngster, whose talent has seen him keep up with older teammates also vying for the number 10 rugby jersey. His form in of Super Rugby last year made sure he was guaranteed a spot on the

trip to the World Cup. With his boot and some exquisite vision, Pollard has been terrorising opposition defences since his high school days and is set to continue in the coming years as he matures in the Blue Bulls and Springboks backline.

Jesse Kriel, having played for UP-Tuks in the 2013 team, was called upon by the Junior Springboks in 2014, along with his twin brother Dan, and has now firmly established himself as a valuable player in his position with a number of inspiring performances for the Blue Bulls in

the 2015 Super Rugby season. He immediately hit the ground running with some impressive performances and soon got his Springbok debut at centre, where he was seen to put in top-drawer performances in a formidable pairing with Damian de Allende in the Rugby World Cup. Varsity Cup is an opportunity to encounter potential Springbok players like Kriel and Pollard, who are a testament to the type of newgeneration players that are passing through the UP-Tuks production line.

30 000 people read the print version of

Perdeby To advertise email carel.willemse@up.ac.za

visit www.perdeby.co.za for ad rates