An interview with the Dragon of La Senza, Theo Paphitis
Students get wise at NUS activism 2011
Following a six week trial, Dr Conrad Murray, aged 58, was convicted of ‘Involuntary Manslaughter’ for the death of Michael Jackson on 7th November 2011 and was yesterday (29th November 2011) sentenced to the maximum of four years imprisonment.Read more...
FEATURES»Still feeling like a bit of a Scrooge right now? Not quite had time to get into the Christmas spirit? Among the assignments, deadlines and the chaotic weeks before the end of term, it’s easy to forget the holiday that’s just around the corner. Read more...
SOCIETIES»It seems obvious, but do we ever think about the steps we’re going to take and how we can achieve them? David McQueen’s advice to all attendees (and to you is) think SMART.Read more...
SCIENCE & TECH»At the beginning of November the RAC Future Car Challenge took place, an event where vehicle manufacturers of the world can test and exhibit their most environmental cars. Read more...
ARTS»Early in the Morning is the beautifully intimate debut album of James Vincent McMorrow. If soothing melodies of gentle folk and arguably the inner workings of a true artist appeal to you, I wholly recommend you listen to this album.Read more...
SPORTS»The 2011-2012 season has been a bit of a mixed bag for Team Surrey. They have won almost as many games as they have lost, the joy of victory and the despair of defeat having gone hand-in-hand on many occasions.Read more...
OPINION & ANALYSIS»An interesting time to choose to be a student. A second round of London protests has again prompted examination of the motivations and rewards for this particular career move.Read more...
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS» ARCHIVE»
An estimated 500 staff from the University of Surrey didn’t turn up to work on 30th November as they were a part of the biggest public sector strike in 30 years.
An estimated 500 staff from the University of Surrey didn’t turn up to work yesterday (30th November) as they were a part of the biggest public sector strike in 30 years.
The UCU and Unison along with 27 other trade unions voted to strike in response to the government’s pension reforms.
Thirty or so protestors, ranging from academics to administrative staff, braved the cold to form a picket line at entrances to the university on the morning of the strike.
While much of the group dispersed to attend a mass rally in Woking a small but dedicated contingent remained throughout the day handing out leaflets and speaking to passing students.
The University of Surrey student union supported the strike after an online poll found 60% of students in favour of strike action.
Throughout the day their support was felt by the protestors. Sociology lecturer Rachel Cohen said: “Members of the Student Union have been going back and forth between the entrances of the university” and also noted that they had been serving tea and coffee throughout the morning.
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