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University sport: Mixed fortunes for the University of South Wales in varsity event
It was an action packed day in Treforest and Pontypridd with drama and feisty fixtures between two university rivals Text credit: Liam Owen, Michael Addison, Flynn Galliford, Niall Griffiths, Harry Tovey, Archie Tooth, Joe Tunney, Jake Hastings and Gareth Rees Eight sports teams ventured across the Severn Bridge to the University of South Wales. The…
Brexit causes “terrible” barriers for EU students in the UK
European students studying in the UK say Brexit has put significant limitations on their study and career opportunities. And those thinking of coming to study here are finding it almost impossible to get visas. In January 2023, the Higher Education Statistics Agency announced a decline by half in students coming from abroad. Many blame the…
Students talk: Thoughts before budget plans announced
March 15 marks UK Budget Day, where millions of Brits awaited Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s announcement in The House of Commons. It is also the day Union leaders have called for a mass strike, with maximum disruptions nationwide. Teachers with the NEU, University lecturers, Junior doctors, Civil servants and Tube drivers, are among thousands striking for…
Limited support for international students seeking part-time work
By Matthew Webb International students are struggling to find part-time work compared with domestic students. Working alongside studies can provide a financial lifeline, as well as develop skills and enhance social opportunities, yet international students face several barriers which makes it more difficult to secure a job. International students make up around 22% of the total…
Student side hustles: a quick way to make extra money
Students in Cardiff have discovered unique ways to earn extra money whilst studying at university. The cost of living crisis had taken a hard hit on students. According to NUS survey, 3,500 students has found that 96% of students are cutting back on spending, almost a third left with just £50 a month after paying rent and…
“I don’t have much choice”: the Students skipping University to pay the bills
By Ben Jones, Kimberly Knowles A typical day for Vikki, a MA Business Management student at Cardiff University, begins at 9am. With lectures until 4pm on an average day, there is little time before she has to prepare for an eight hour shift in nearby McDonalds at 5pm, where she will work until 1 o’clock…
Baba Marta: Traditions without borders
Words and images by Melisa Numan Grandma Marta Day is a holiday celebrated in Bulgaria, on March 1. It is beloved by people living in the country, and those who carry the tradition abroad. Martenitsas, usually in the form of a wrist band, small yarn dolls, or tassels, are created combining red and white coloured…
Immersed Festival brings live music back to Cardiff with Lady Leshurr as headliner
The festival weekend kicks off this Friday with the Immersed! 5th Birthday Awards at the Cardiff ATRiuM, celebrating the best acts of the past five years. The show will feature a performance from Skills Competition Wales’ Battle of the Bands, as well as the festival’s first Music Industry Careers Fair. You can vote for your…
Colour Clash announces 2023 line up
By Jack Skinner Colour Clash is coming back to Tredegar Park this summer! Newport’s biggest music festival has announced its 2023 line up and it’s nothing short of amazing, featuring some of the biggest DJs on the music scene. Bugzy Malone will headline this years event alongside, Ben Nicky and Darren Styles. Tickets will go…
“A necessary evil”: over 95,000 students to be affected by upcoming university strikes across Wales
An estimated 95,000 students at eight universities across Wales are set to be affected by seven weeks of national strike action organised by the UCU, against current working conditions, wages and pension cuts. UCU members at eight universities in Wales will take part in strike action, including: Aberystwyth University, Bangor University, Cardiff Metropolitan, Cardiff University,…
REVIEW: THE LION, THE B*TCH AND THE WARDROBE AT THE WMC
The Lion the B*tch and the Wardrobe offers a flirty, fun, festive alternative to those family pantos across the country. This cabaret delight is filled with burlesque, belly dancing, acrobatics, drag and all-around amazing talent that will leave you waiting for next year. The show is a (sort-of) retelling of CS Lewis’ The Lion, The Witch…
‘I think this is the right time to bring this up…’ Exclusive interview with your USW Student Union President
By Jorja Kyei As a student at USW, you have the opportunity to have your voice represented by the Student Union. The union is a collaboration of executive officers, council members, student representatives and the students. The SU focus on many different aspects of student life such as clubs and societies, charitable events, student welfare, sports…
Too Good To Go: a cheap takeaway treat
Feature by Megan Dibben The company Too Good To Go has recently become increasingly popular on many social media platforms, marketing itself as an ethical way to enjoy your favourite foods at a cheaper price. By offering ‘Magic Bags,’ which can be reserved the night before, the restaurant of choice will put together a bag…
Injection spiking: The dangers young people face
By Alaw John
USW’s climbing team
The University of South Wales has been open to students since 2013, and since 2014 the students created the USW Climbing Club. Today, this club is still bringing students together in an environment that helps them relax and take their minds off Uni. Zoe Derbidge is one of the club members. She’s been a part…
Veganuary
With Veganuary coming to an end we find out whether its changed the lifestyle of those taking part for good.
Nightclubs to reopen in Wales
Nightclubs across Wales are set to reopen today as restrictions brought in to tackle the Omicron variant are scrapped. The country will move to alert level zero meaning that the rule of six will be scrapped in pubs and restaurants, although Covid passes will still be required for large events, plus cinemas, nightclubs and theatre.…
Film students shoot for success despite pandemic
Film students push for film success despite pandemic. Conwy 6 is set around 30 years in the future towards the end of a small violent civil war between England and Wales over independence.
USW SU Election: Students urged to cast their votes
Voting is underway in the USW Students’ Union elections. With six positions up for grabs, candidates are hoping for a higher voter numbers, as recent years topped at just over four percent of students. Voting closes on Thursday (18th March).
Student runs 75miles for grief charity
By Steffan Clifton Third year BA Film student at USW, Cameron James, will be running 75 miles in a month for Grief Encounter, a charity which supports children and young adults dealing with grief after losing a loved one. The distance will be run in memory of Cameron’s father, Paul James, who tragically died two…
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Gaming: Live stream raises money to fight loneliness during lockdown.
An aspiring video game streamer raised £137, during a 20 hour charity Twitch stream, to raise money for fighting loneliness.
Higher education: Could the pandemic change views on the university route?
Former psychology student, Lewis Meadows, decided to leave university just as the pandemic began last March when online learning became the normal for most.
Coronavirus: One year on from when my life paused
By Emily Price March will mark a year since my wonderful hands-on university classes were changed to remote learning. Virtual lessons are now spent hidden behind a screen, my camera often left off to conceal my shabby state after rolling out of bed to walk a few metres to my work space. Almost a year…
Covid: How are students financially coping during the pandemic?
A report by the National Union of Students reveals that more than 80% of the students are worried about how to manage financially. Students have become increasingly worried about the impact of the Coronavirus on their finances, the report suggests. The study found that the pandemic has had a major impact on students’ finances for…
Arhantika Rebello: ‘The Covid pandemic gave me time to focus on myself and my studies’
By Emily Price. A university graduate is celebrating the success of an online magazine which she created for her final project during the Covid-19 crisis. Arhantika Rebello, 21, graduated from the University of South Wales last year in the grip of the pandemic. Her online magazine, Quake, was originally intended to be her final project but its bold and colourful website has since gone from strength to strength. Arhantika said: “Throughout my time…
USW students help launch hospital radio service
By Olivia Grist A new, innovative, on-demand hospital radio service has launched at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, to help combat loneliness, boredom and the feeling of isolation that some patients face when staying in hospital – something that has only been emphasised during the Coronavirus pandemic. The Ysbyty Ystrad FM (YYFM) project, launching on February 15th,…