Wednesday, 4 November 2009

SU Elections – Vote now!

All students can vote in this year’s by elections this week. These elections are about making sure the student body of Lincoln is well represented at the University and the National Union of Students.
Candidates running this year are Emily Gough for NUS Delegate, and Lauren Elizabeth Butterton for Student Officer. To read their manifestos on how they want to better our SU, go to www.lincolnsu.com/elections.
Voting is done online. Every student will have received a vote log-in and password to their University email account. This enables students to log in and cast their vote online at www.lincolnsu.com/elections.
Voting closes 9am on Thursday November 5th.

OK, it’s embarrassing, but STI’s are serious...

Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection amongst people under 25.
The National Chlamydia Screening Programme aims to control Chlamydia through early detection by promoting STI screening. Chlamydia generally has no obvious symptoms and can go undetected, however if left untreated it can cause infertility.
At The University of Lincoln, Tom Haughton is the Peer Support worker for the Chlamydia Screening Programme. He is eager to develop student awareness of the importance of being screened regularly. He said;
‘One of the main issues which this programme faces is the embarrassment factor associated with STI’s and screening, however we like to emphasise the need for regular screening as a general health check, yearly or after every partner.’
The Chlamydia Screening Programme provides tests that are free, simple and painless. No examination is necessary and your GP does not need to be told. Getting tested is simple; the University health centre offers free screenings, or if you are not registered there, type your postcode into www.doyouhaveit.co.uk to find the nearest test centre to you. A self-testing kit can also be sent to you through the post by ordering one online or calling 07879630619.
Don’t be embarrassed, be sensible and get tested!

Feeling far away from home? Meet new people at Globe Cafe for International Students.

Globe Cafe is an organisation run by volunteers for International students at the University of Lincoln. Students of any age, nationality, religion and background are welcome to go and make new friends and practice their English. Events are held every Sunday at The Courtyard in the New Life Centre, which is behind the Odeon Cinema in Lincoln city centre. Most of the activities are based on British culture like the ‘Pudding Party’- a chance to sample traditional British Puddings on October 25th; or ‘Guy Fawkes’ night on November 8th, an explanation and celebration of the British festival Bonfire Night.

Every alternate Sunday is ‘Level Up’ English from 4 – 6pm. All abilities are welcome to either improve your English or begin learning!

Wednesday, 28 October 2009

Do you have something to say about your Student Union?

The All Student Meeting is being held on Tuesday 17th November. Any student can attend and submit a topic to debate that decides the direction of our Student Union. All students are welcome to submit a motion to have things they are not happy with changed. The motion will be discussed and voted on.

Anything concerning student welfare can be discussed; from Sports and Society budgets, to Library opening hours. Student’s who want to get involved or would like advice on writing motions, should speak with the SU President Chris Charnley.

The All Student Meeting will be held in the EMTEC building on the Brayford Pool campus from 2pm on November 17th.

This is your chance to get involved with your Union!

Friday, 16 October 2009

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