Issue 8 May 2014
Student Union Newsletter
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e m o c l We Hello and welcome to the summer issue of the Student Union newsletter. We’ve had a busy year so far with lots of activities taking place and many students enjoying the variety that is available on the enrichment programme. So far, over 300 students have participated in one or more sporting and non-sporting activities. We hope you find this edition of the Student Union newsletter an interesting read and if you have any ideas for future articles, please let us know. Don’t forget, we also have a minibus pick up service available for enrichment activities.
Minibus Pickup Service The service is available every Wednesday and Thursday during term time
Stourton 12:00pm Lockwood Way 12:10pm Parkside 12:15pm Please arrive promptly and allow for any delays due to traffic.
If you are interested in joining the enrichment programme, please come and see me at the Student Union office.
We hope to see you soon!
Denis
Denis Metca
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Student Liais Tel: 0113 on Officer 222 6078 dmetcalf @lcb.ac .uk
Would you like to be an ambassador for the College?
Student Ambassadors
Ou Student Ambassadors help represent and Our promote the College by supporting staff at key events prom and an acting as case studies. In return they gain great experiences expe for their CV and receive rewards for their time. time Any student who is committed and enthusiastic about ab the College can join our ambassador team.
To find out more speak to your tutor.
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TOUR DE FRANCE
The Tour de France is coming to Yorkshire and starts on Saturday 5th July until Sunday 27th July. The 101st Tour de France will be made up of 21 stages and will cover a total distance of 3,656 kilometres (before ratification) including:
9 flat stages 5 hill stages 6 mountain stages with 5 altitude finishes 1 individual time trial stage 2 rest days The Tour de France Grand Départ will start at 11.10am on the Headrow, opposite the Leeds Art Gallery, on Saturday 5th July 2014.
Not only will you be able to see the 190+ cyclists setting off on the 3,500km race, but from 9.10am a ‘caravan’ will lead the way with a procession of 180 floats. You may even be able to catch yourself a souvenir of Le Tour as caps, badges, and other items are thrown to the crowds as the caravan passes by.
To keep u p to date with the latest informatio n visit www.leto ur.com
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ENRICHMENT ROUND UP
It has been a very difficult first season in the British College Sport League playing against some very good teams from across the region. The standard of opposition was very high and our players have struggled to record a victory so far this season. However, there have been some positives to come out of this. At times we have showed great commitment and desire at training sessions and during
Football
games, hopefully our players will become a stronger unit and a better team from this experience. The numbers have also been very good with the players turning up week in week out against all odds. Well done to you all!
College
P
W
D
L
F
A
Diff
Pts
1
Thomas Rotherham College Men’s 2
14
10
0
4
51
22
29
30
2
New College Pontefract Men’s 1
14
10
0
4
47
24
23
30
3
York College Men’s 2
11
8
1
2
54
21
33
25
4
Leeds City College Keighley Men’s 1
15
8
0
7
44
50
-6
24
5
Huddersfield New College Men’s 3
12
7
1
4
32
20
12
22
6
Barnsley College Men’s 3
12
7
0
5
37
31
6
21
7
Notre Dame Catholic 6th form Men’s 2
14
4
0
10
34
44
-10
12
8
Greenhead College Men’s 2
14
4
0
10
26
52
-26
12
9
Leeds College of Building Men’s 1
12
0
0
12
5
66
-61
0
LCB Hawks (Rugby League) This season has been a challenging one for the LCB Hawks as most of the squad were in their first year at College. It was tough playing against colleges such as Calderdale and Wakefield as the players were older and they had professional academy players in their teams. However the LCB Hawks have progressed tremendously, showing great commitment throughout. Final Results for 2013/14
The progression showed with 2 great wins at the back end of the season against Huddersfield New College and York College, and although LCB Hawks have been unable to train together as a group, the players deserve credit for their attitude and commitment. LCB Hawks have represented the College with maturity and good discipline and we are all looking forward to continuing the training and fixtures throughout 2014 and into 2015.
College
P
W
L
D
PF
PA
Diff
BNS
Pts
1
Calderdale College
10
10
0
0
428
38
390
0
20
2
Wakefield College
10
8
2
0
308
102
206
0
16
3
Leeds City College
10
6
4
0
312
220
92
0
12
4
Huddersfield New College
10
3
7
0
102
420
-318
0
6
5
LCB Hawks
10
2
8
0
136
342
-206
0
4
6
York College
10
1
9
0
102
266
-164
0
-4
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Golf In partnership with Roundhay Golf Course and Sportivate funding, we held 6 weeks of golf training from a qualified and respected golf coach for 16 students. The students learnt the basic techniques and golf etiquette as well as having the opportunity to play 18 holes on the course. The response from the students was very positive and they all had a great experience and lots of fun too.
DJ Club The DJ Club has been a great success this year with many students dropping in to learn the tricks of the trade about becoming a DJ. If you fancy a go then please see QG in the common room at the North Street site every Wednesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm.
Table Tennis Club This year has seen the introduction of a number of new sports to the enrichment programme, thanks to the new College Sports Maker role. From research conducted at the College, table tennis has proven to be hugely popular and has led to the purchase of table tennis tables for various sites. We have also received some funding to allow a number of students to participate in a 6 week table tennis coaching programme. This was well attended and has led to the formulation of a Table Tennis league which is played after college. Part of the funding has also allowed a volunteer to gain some professional development.
Gym Sessions, Circuits & Swimming Every week students have the opportunity to go to Virgin Active and take part in various aspects of health and fitness. A wide range of activities are available at this 5 star fitness centre including cardio machines, a fitness studio, weights, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. All of these activities give our students confidence, a positive mental attitude, improve self-esteem as well as meeting new friends and keeping fit. This year we have had fitness expert Darren Radfeilder on hand to guide and advise our students on all aspects of leading a more positive and healthier life.
What the students think “The fitness sessions at Virgin Active break up the week for me so it’s not all work work work… plus I get to keep fit and meet different people from different courses, which makes it more comfortable when I am at College”.
“I think the gym is great because you can go with your friends and it doesn’t take up too much time, it also motivates me to keep fit”. “The gym has motivated me to keep fit, lose weight and also gives me more energy”. If you want to join the gym, please ase see Denis in the SU office.
During the 6 weeks students were assessed to see who would benefit from the programme. There was one outstanding candidate, a mature student, Justin Van Der Weide who has a passion for the sport, but also wanted to get involved and help develop the league. Justin attended every week, recruited individuals and is now helping with the monitoring of the league, from devising fixtures to recording results. He will also be participating in a Level 1 Table Tennis Coaching course, which will help Justin to assist in delivery of coaching and lead the sessions. 5 13774A LCB Student Newsletter May 2014 V3.indd 5
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Tips on how to write a CV What is a CV? A Curriculum Vitae is an easy to read summary of your education, qualifications and work experience. You use it to show your key strengths so that an employer can see quickly and easily whether you have what they’re looking for. It’s a formal document which should be sent with a covering letter and needs to be typed and well presented.
How should your CV look? ■ Your CV should always be word processed ■ Keep it short – a maximum of 2 pages ■ Keep it neat and tidy ■ Stick to a standard font style with font size no smaller than 11 ■ Print on white paper
Top tips ■ Remember that a CV sets the impression for the employer, so make sure it is neat and clean (don’t send crumpled or stained copies) ■ Run a spell check on the document to check for any spelling or grammar mistakes ■ Ensure that all of your personal details are correct as they may be contacting you soon ■ You may have to change your CV or covering letter to make it right for the job you’re applying for
What should a CV include? ■ Contact details including, name, address, telephone number and e-mail address ■ Personal profile including an overview of your skills ■ Education and qualifications ■ Skills and work – include paid work, work experience or voluntary placements
For more help on CV writing see Student Services
■ Information about particular skills e.g. driving licence or a first aid qualification ■ Hobbies and interests ■ References
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STUDENT LIAISON MEETINGS FEEDBACK YOU SAID
WE DID
1
Sand and lime is dry and full of stones
1
All sand and lime is mixed fresh on a daily basis to ensure its workability
2
The water in the vending machine in the toolbox is really expensive
2
The refectory manager has reduced the cost of the water in the vending machines
3
BOSHH tanks need to be cleaned out more than once a week
3
4
Students asked for more lockers at Millwright Street
Workshop facilitators check BOSHH tanks on a daily basis and they are cleaned immediately if required
5
The Student Reps have asked for a badge or t-shirt showing they’re a Student Rep
4
More lockers have been installed at Millwright Street
5
T-shirts have been ordered for Student Reps
6
Students have asked to learn other trade areas
6
The enrichment team are now offering 3 week courses in various trade areas
7
Painting & decorating students have asked to be able to choose colour schemes
7
Painting & decorating students have had the opportunity to decorate a classroom and pick the colour scheme
8
Students wanted more end of year trips
8
Alton Towers and paintballing trips have been organised for all groups at the of June
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m ney saving tips
It’s important for every student to know how they can best save and make their money last throughout each year. Student Services offer financial help which can be available to you whilst you’re studying at College. The Learner Support Fund or Bursary is available for students who might need help to pay for travel and books whilst at College.
CV but gives you the chance e to earn a decent wage, meet new ew people and gain more confidence. dence. There are vacancies advertised ed in local supermarkets, clothes shops and restaurants.
A lot of the students also get part-time jobs in the evening or at the weekend which does not only look good on your
er ways There are also plenty of other in which you can save moneyy and get discounts.
■ You can sign up for an NUS card which gives students exclusive discounts on the High Street and online
■ Preparing food at home can save you money over the week.
■ Find out from Student Services whether you may be entitled to a free or discounted bus pass. ■ Register with websites that issue vouchers to get discounts in local restaurants and shops. ■ If you have a PC or laptop at home, you could buy Microsoft Office at a discounted rate from the College; ask the IT team how you could do this. ■ Check out the library to see if they have the books you need before purchasing them. ■ Use the internet to find out what you could do for free around Leeds and the surrounding areas.
■ Apply for a 16-25 railcard which can get you up to a third off rail fares. ■ There is a ride sharing service called BlaBlaCar. If you have a car, you can offer seats to paying passengers, raking back a third of your petrol costs for each person you take on board. ■ You can trade your old textbooks that you don’t need any more on Amazon. ■ You can sell your old clothes on eBay. ■ Sign up to the C-card scheme and you can get free condoms from various places in Leeds.
■ Take a look at the enrichment programme and the activities they have to offer.
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New Build The College has had long standing plans to build new premises and provide first class facilities for construction education and training and finally those plans are being realised. A new building of 8000m2 is being built on land just off Hunslet Lane, south of the city centre which will allow students to enjoy their studies in modern, attractive surroundings. Three College sites (Stourton, Parkside Lane and Lockwood Way) will close and courses that are currently delivered at these sites will move to the new building. Courses on offer will include electrical, gas, brickwork and roofing. It is intended that the new building will be a resource itself for teaching and learning in the 21st century, giving students the opportunity to see how services
work in a live building, incorporating PV panelling and biomass technology. The building will have a BREEAM rating of ‘Excellent’. It is a very exciting time for the College and it is the first step to eventually having all provision located on two sites. The main site at North Street will be retained and it is hoped that within the next few years, the College will also be able to move courses currently delivered at the Millwright Street site in to Phase 2 of the Hunslet Lane site. The new build is due to be ready for students to occupy the building in early 2015.
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POWER LIFTING
Name: Luke Conboy Age: 27 Course: Plastering Apprenticeship
How long have you been powerlifting for? I’ve been competing for 4 years and I lift in the 120kg category. My best lifts are 292.5kg squat, 185kg bench press and 285kg deadlift.
Have you won any competitions? I have won the following: ■ 2010 YNE & British Under 23’s Champion ■ 2011 YNE & British Senior Champion - 4th place ■ 2012 YNE & British Senior Champion - 4th place ■ 2013 YNE Senior Champion ■ 2013 Best Lifter Award Champion - 2nd place
What are the benefits of powerlifting? It keeps you healthy and strong. I get great satisfaction when I get a personal best on a squat bench or deadlift.
What’s next? My main goal is to win the GBPF unequipped raw classic to represent Great Britain in the World Championships.
its magic! Name: Tabiso Ncube Age: 19 Course: Level 1 Diploma in Brickwork What is the attraction to magic? I watch Dynamo on TV and my uncle taught me how to do some tricks. I also went on the magicians website to get new ideas and learn how to get faster. I practice a lot and I like to do my own versions of tricks. I work hard at perfecting my tricks. It makes people smile.
Was it difficult to start? Yes, I have to do lots and lots of practice; people watch my hands so I have to execute the tricks to be fast so they don’t see how I do the trick.
What are the health and wellbeing benefits? Performing magic tricks makes me feel happy. I love to see people smile and the amazed looks on their faces. I feel good hearing people talk about my magic tricks with each other and people bring their friends along to see me do tricks. I feel proud roud of bringing happiness to people ople and that makes me feel happy and want to do it more and more. ore.
What are your plans forr the future? I would love to make it on to the TV and to travel the world showing people my tricks.
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TOP THREE THE
SURVIVAL/HORROR GAMES
Outlast
Newly released onto the PlayStation Store, Red-barrels’ nerve-shredding survival horror game puts you in the shoes of the world’s most daring/ stupid journalist, Miles Upshur. The game begins with your character following up an anonymous tip, leading you to a seemingly abandoned mental asylum- totally unaware of the horror which lies ahead... If you enjoy a good scare and you don’t mind having nightmares for a couple of weeks, I personally recommend this game, despite sections where things start getting a little repetitive; playing hide and seek with the increasingly grotesque occupants and completing the various objectives - get it whilst it’s still free on the PlayStation store!
The Last of Us
A post-apocalyptic gaming experience brought to us by the developers of Naughty-dog Studios; “The last of us” features beautiful HD graphics and an equally beautiful written story; focusing on the game’s main characters, Joel and Elle, following their seemingly hopeless survival in the remnants of a near future America. From colossal concrete skyscrapers to the individual blades of grass the attention to detail is just phenomenal; it is potentially the prettiest looking game to ever have been released to the PS3. One of the most unforgettably unique, heartfelt and equally brutal gaming experiences ever brought to the PlayStation 3 - it is simply unrivalled in so many ways!
REVIEW BY: MARCUS DEVONPORT CONSTRUCTION & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT STUDENT
The Walking Dead series 1 - Episode 1
An immersive story driven adventure, newly made available on the Kindle Appstore. The opening chapters of the series follow the actions of the game’s lead character, Lee Everett, a condemned criminal, who is granted the second chance of life, in a world devastated by the undead. The Game-play of “The Walking Dead” is a totally original concept; focusing on conversation, forming relationships with other survivors and making those difficult choices; the storyline deviates according to your previous decisions - and lives hang in the balance. “choose to save a boy’s life” or “leave him behind, to ensure the safety of your group”- the decision is yours to make and you will be forced to live with the consequences... Choices during these dire situations will affect relationships between yourself and other characters and will ultimately decide who will walk beside you in the following episodes. The appearance of familiar faces from the TV series and its quirky comic book style graphics keep the game true to the original graphic novel series- however the game suffers from a clunky control system, freezing, bugs and other glitches - which ultimately are the only reasons preventing this game from becoming an absolute masterpiece.
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UPCOMING FESTIVALS SPORTBEAT 7-8 JUNE
Oxstalls Sports Park, Plock Court, Gloucester Pop and rock Line Up: Razorlight, Reverend & the Makers, Hoosiers
ISLE OF WIGHT 12-15 JUNE
Seaclose Park, Newport, Isle of Wight Pop and rock Line Up: Biffy Clyro, Calvin Harris, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Kings of Leon
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WIRELESS
4-6 JULY
Finsbury Park, London and Perry Park, Birmingham Dance, pop and rock Line Up: Kanye West, Drake, Bruno Mars, Rudamental, Ellie Goulding
LATTITUDE 17-20 JULY
Henham Park, Southwold, Suffolk Music, Comedy, Theatre & Dance, Film & Music, Poetry Line Up: Two Door Cinema Club, The Black Keys, Bombay Bicycle Club, Dara O Briain
LOVEBOX
18-19 JULY
Victoria Park, Hackney, London Heart, Soul, Rock & Roll Line Up: Chase & Status, Katy B, M.I.A, Annie Mac
LEEDS & READING
THERE ARE LOTS OF FESTIVALS TAKING PLACE THIS YEAR TO SUIT ALL MUSIC TASTES. HERE IS A SELECTION OF SOME OF THEM!!
BINGLEY MUSIC LIVE
29-31 AUGUST
Myrtle Park, Bingley Rock, alternative rock, indie rock and pop music Line Up: Pet Shop Boys, Example, Shed Seven
22-24 AUGUST
Bramham Park, Leeds and RichďŹ eld Avenue, Reading Dance, pop and rock Line Up: Queens of the Stone Age, Arctic Monkeys, Blink 182, Paramore, Jake Bugg
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