Clubs & Societies Training

This week is your chance to have your say on whether the Union should build a Campaigns and Representation Hub upstairs in the Hive. This vote was triggered by a petition from a group of students, and all students have the chance to vote and make sure that their voice is heard. Voting is simple: pop along to the Hive on Tuesday or Wednesday this week to cast your vote. There’s two sides to every story, so both sides of the argument are outlined here and also all the information about how to vote.

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This is a fantastic chance to increase student involvement in the Union. It is essential for a Union that’s run by students that your representatives are visible and accessible, open to your questions and opinions.

Every part of the project aims to reduce our carbon emissions. We’ll be replacing a heating system that currently can’t be turned off, insulating the ceiling for the first time and installing energy efficient light tubes and motion sensors. This should save enough money in energy bills to pay for itself over future years.

Although this project looks expensive at first glance, much of it will be paid back in the future through reduced energy bills.

Vote YES for a Union which is open to all – not run by a hidden cliqueVote YES to investing our resources in a sustainable UnionVote YES to the Campaigns and Representation Hub.

For

We are against the “Campaign and Representation hub” because we do not believe that the problems of our union can be solved with a new expensive and frankly unnecessary office. This office will apparently make students more inclined to get involved in union politics. Students are not so shallow that we need a glass wall before we will get involved!Costing as it does £110,000 – a third of our budget – this will take a significant chunk out of our union funds that we can’t really afford to gamble away on a project that is not income generating and not proven to be of any real benefit to union democracy or it’s functions. This office won’t be able to fit all of the current executive in it let alone any extra campaigning students that will turn up because of clear glass walls.We believe that the Executive should be concentrating on building a better union, not a better office.

Against

“The Union should proceed with creating the Campaigns and Representation Hub.”

Voting will take place in the Hive/LCR on: Tuesday 12 May - 11am - 7pm Wednesday 13 May - 9am - 5.30pm.

How to vote

Don’t forget to show your support for the Union’s campaign to improve feedback on all exams and course tests. Write:

“I’m hungry for feedback”On your exam papers and help change UEA’s exam policy. For more information visit: www.ueastudent.com

DebateLearn more and join the debate in the LCR on Monday 11 May at 1pm.

Euro

pean Elections

This June is the European Parliament Elections, as well as elections for Norfolk County Council.

While lots of UEA students may well have already gone home by then, it’s really important to make sure that you’ve registered to vote and that you use your voice. Because of the way that the voting system works, there’s a very strong chance that the some parts of the UK will elect racists or fascists to represent us in Europe, so if your home address is in the North West, North East or the Midlands, it’s vital that you get out and make sure you vote against racism and fascism. Students need to stand up and say that racism is not ok, and nor is prejudice against LGBT people either. There’s a lot at stake in the elections and it’s important to make sure you’re counted.

The European elections are also about other issues too – from the environment and recycling to transport and human rights.

First of all, you need to make sure you’re registered to vote and that your address is correct on the electoral roll. Registering is easy – simply pop over to www.aboutmyvote.co.uk and fill out one of the handy forms online.

Once you’ve registered, make sure you vote! If you want to vote in Norwich, but aren’t going to be around, make sure you apply for a postal vote so that you can still be heard! www.aboutmyvote.co.uk has all the information about getting hold of postal votes.

If you’re a new committee member of a Union club or society, take the chance to find out more about your role and how to make next year a roaring success for your club/soc. They’ll be compulsory training in October for all members of committees, but in the mean time, why not try one of these optional sessions? Publicising Your Activities Find out about how to get your message out there!Tues 19 May - 5:30-6:30pmRoom 1.33

How to Run a Fun and Inclusive Social Make sure that everyone ishaving fun and your committee doesn’t run into hot water with this helpful session.Thurs 21 May - 5.30-6.30pmRoom 1.33

How to Get the Most from SocWeb Find out how to use a key tool for committees! Tues 26th May – 5:30-6:30pmRoom 1.33

Abstain Choose this if you do not have a view.

what’s on

The Hub Policy Ballot - DEBATE Don’t know how to vote? Want to know more about the proposed ‘Campaigns and Representation Hub’ come along to this debate to hear both arguments and join in the debate. LCR , 1pm

Paolo NutiniScottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini has achieved more than most 22 year olds; from touring the world relentlessly to playing with some of the music worlds’ legendary figures such as Led Zeppelin and the Rolling Stones.LCR, 7.30pm, SOLD OUT!

Rock n’ Roll Bingo & X-Box Rock BandIt’s bingo, but with a difference! Listen along to some brilliant songs and pick them off your bingo card to win some fantastic prizes. Later on at 9:30pm it’s time to try your hand at X-Box Rock Band! LCR Bar, 7.30pm, £1 per game

The Hub Policy Ballot - VOTING It’s your chance to have your say in the ballot on the prposed Campaigns and Representation Hub. Make sure you vote! LCR/ Hive , 11am - 7pm

Bens BrotherBens Brother’s beautiful melodies have seen the band achieve a silver-selling debut

album with ‘Beta Male Fairytales’, play to massive

European festival audiences, score top

ten hits in countries as far apart as Brazil and Italy, and

scoop a

prestigious Ivor Novello nomination. Waterfront, 7.30pm, £12.50adv

Bar B4 LCRDJ’s will play the right tunes to get you in the mood. LCR, 8.00pm, free entry

Go Wild! - The Summer DealAnimal Kingdom is your inspiration for this LCR. Just get yourself a few face paints, some print fabrics and go wild! Includes summer deal which means buy one get one free - mix n’ match! LCR, 10pm, £3.50adv/£4 on the door

The Hub Policy Ballot - VOTING It’s your chance to have your say in the ballot on the prposed Campaigns and Representation Hub. Make sure you vote! LCR/ Hive , 9am - 5.30pm

Wishbone Ash2009 is a milestone year for Wishbone Ash as it’s 40 years since they began - to celebrate they are touring! The line up features Andy Powell, Bob Skeat, Muddy Manninen and Joe Crabtree. Waterfront, 7.30pm, £15adv

Tuesday 12th May

Wednesday 13th May

General interest Democratic Campaigns Music

Performance Clubs & Socs Club nights Fun

11th - 17th May 2009

GallowsGallows return to Norwich with some new materialfor 2009 that according to their official website is ‘all about the riffs’. Support comes from ‘Everytime I Die’. LCR, 7.30pm, £13adv

Sports NightBring your Sports Association Cards for entry! Ideal for sports clubs who want to celebrate the wins of the day or those who want to drown their sorrows. We’re now opening the bar till 1am. LCR, 8pm

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa In this sequel the endearing quartet of New York City zoo animals - Alex the Lion (Ben Stiller), Marty the Zebra (Chris Rock), Gloria the Hippo (Jade Pinkett Smith) and Melman the Giraffe (David Schwimmer) leave Madagascar and crash-land on the African savannah, setting in motion a whole new series of exploits. LT1, 7.30pm, £2.75 single or £5 for a film pass.

80’s Night + All Our Yesterdays Main room - ultimate 80’s classic anthems. In the Studio - All our yesterdays - 60’s siyk, RnB, Beats. Waterfront, 10pm, £3.50-£4.50

Zane Lowe Home Taping Tour Zane Lowe is a man on a mission to bring fresh music into the mix. This tour offers a rare opportunity to witness in person what the radio show is all about: communicating Zane’s insatiable passion for the best new music with a few classic indie and dance anthems thrown in for good measure. LCR, 10pm, £5.50adv (NUS)

Free DiscoRandom free entertainment in the blue bar with a free disco. Noentry fee just good music. Blue Bar, 8.30pm-Midnight, Free entry

Monday 11th May

Friday 15th May

Thursday 14th May

Bar B4 LCRWe’ll be showing the Euriovision Song Contest on the big screen this night for your enjoyment. LCR, 8.00pm, free entry

Club RetroThe best tunes of the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s brough to you by DJ Gav. From rock n’ roll, to pop, electro to disco and everything in between it’s the best songs of old. With Fazhands in the Hive playing electro/fidget/house/dubstep. LCR, 10pm, £4.50adv/£5 on the door

Meltdown + Ska’d Up. Main room - Meltdown’s alternative club night, indie, rock pop. In the studio - Ska through the ages with DJ Tonic. Waterfront, 10pm, £3.50 - £4.50

The Quiz Test your brain cells and win prizes at the institution that is the Sunday night Quiz in the blue bar. Register your team at 7:30 to take part. LCR Bar, 7.30pm, free entry

Box Office: Union House 01603 508050 ueaticketbookings.co.uk

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