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Label volunteer, Tia Salter, talks us through the highs and lows of British TV… and tells us just how they get it so very wrong sometimes. Warning: Spoilers Ahead! As a Uni student it’s crucial to have something good to watch during that all important down time. But why are so many of the endings of our favourite shows usually a disappointment? How can producers get it so wrong sometimes? I’m going to delve into some of the highs and lows of some of the favourites of British telly. If I ever want to watch a good drama, BBC is…
Sari gives her predictions on this Springs Fashion Trends! Now FW23 fashion season is well underway all around the world, cities have been filled with the coolest streetwear of spring 2023. The ‘comfort-first’ look that we got used to during the pandemic seems to stay, as we observe baggy, oversized clothing, practical pants and comfortable trainers taking over spring. CARGO PANTS A Y2K staple, but instead of the low-rise trend of the 2000s, HIGH-RISE IS BACK! More comfortable than ever and with as many pockets as possible! Top tip: if you don’t want to spend astronomical prices on high fashion…
On Monday 6th March Loughborough Jiu Jitsu are holding a self-defence class for women and non-binary students. Sports Editor, Jasmine Trapnell shares all the details on when, where, and why. Loughborough Jiu Jitsu are holding a self defence class for women and non-binary students on Monday 6th March, 3pm at Sir David Wallace Studio 1, with tickets priced at just £5. “Jiu Jitsu is a martial art which uses your opponent’s momentum against them. So with the right technique, you don’t need strength at all!” Neve Hutchinson (Loughborough Jiu Jitsu’s welfare rep) described why the club chose to host this…
Getting women into the gym? A history of women’s fitness Label writer, Georgia Stone, explains the disparity between male and female exercise and what we should be doing to change it. Women are less likely than men to meet their recommended aerobic activity levels and even less likely to meet muscle strength exercise guidelines, begging the question… why aren’t women exercising? Women’s journey of personal fitness has a long and complex history. Once considered unladylike, exercise became increasingly ‘faddy’ for women. From Jazzercise to Zumba, home workout tapes and fitness trends have created cult followings of fitness influencers and routines…
‘Lucky Girl Syndrome’ has quickly spiralled on TikTok as the latest internet trend. Rebecca Pearson explores whether luck has anything to do with it and what it reveals about positive thinking mindsets. You’ve probably stumbled upon the videos of young women asserting how lucky they are – how everything goes their way. ‘Lucky Girl Syndrome’ is the latest internet trend, the idea that if you repeat to the universe that good fortune is innately yours, anything you want will come true. As a trend, it was Laura Galebe who first set the idea running on TikTok in December. Amidst her many wellness…
Loughborough claimed an almost clean sweep over Durham on Sunday 26th February in the varsity competition. Sports editor, Jasmine Trapnell reports on the success of the day! Sunday 26th February saw Loughborough claim, once again, varsity victory over Durham. Winning a total of 10 out of 11 games, Loughborough just could not be touched. The results from the day are as below: Game after game, Loughborough dominated – but two stand out results were from netball with Robert Bakewell winning by 57 points, and women’s squash with Faraday winning all 5 matches. The results from varsity show the strength of…
Sports Editor, Jasmine Trapnell sat down with some of the Executive Officer candidates to help students get to know them a bit more. Below you can get to know Max Nevri, who is running for President… Max Nevri (LSU Presidential candidate) describes himself as a passionate, enthusiastic, and excitable individual. Over his time at Loughborough he has been actively involved in many extra-curricular activities: Flix Cinema Film society chair, societies executive committee member, action volunteer, RAG volunteer, and fresher helper for Harry French. When I asked who it is that inspires him, Nevri responded that it has to be his…
Sports Editor, Jasmine Trapnell sat down with some of the Executive Officer candidates to help students get to know them a bit more. Below you can get to know Lot Burgstra, who is running for Academic Experience Officer. Lot Burgstra (Academic Experience candidate) describes herself as enthusiastic, open, and supportive. Over her time at Loughborough, Burgstra has been involved with lots of sports clubs and societies. She is a member of AU Waterpolo, was the social secretary and is now the treasurer for AU softball and baseball, was an action hall rep, action involvement officer, action leader, action committee member,…
Sports Editor, Jasmine Trapnell sat down with some of the Executive Officer candidates to help students get to know them a bit more. Below you can get to know Shivanthi Sharma, who is running for Democracy & Communities. Shivanthi Sharma (Democracy & Communities candidate) uses these three words to describe herself: coffee, animation, and running. Over her time at Loughborough she has been a member of the debate society and the feminist society, saying that she might join the coffee society too soon! When I asked who inspires her, Sharma responded her Mum as she has all the patience in…
Sports Editor, Jasmine Trapnell sat down with some of the Executive Officer candidates to help students get to know them a bit more. Below you can get to know Valen Lollato, who is running for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer. Valen Lollato (equality, diversity and inclusion candidate) describes themselves as passionate, determined and stubborn. Over their time at Loughborough, Lollato has been actively involved in lots of extra-curricular activities: including being the Chair of the LGBT+ society and volunteering with the students union since first year! When I asked who it is that inspires them most, Lollato responded it is…