This Tuesday in Deep Six, Student Volunteers Abroad is throwing another incredible party to raise money for charity. All money will go towards helping the local small communities in southern Nepal this summer.
Doors open at 8pm and we will greet you with finest on decks: Simon Bryan (The Beat Beneath), the BeatNazi and Stroudy (The Beat Route), and lots of surprises!!
So put on your best neon garments and help us to help Nepali people!!
Seasoned traveller Faye Clarke, explains why she quit the London 9-5 in favour of a more relaxed and inspirational way of life in Thailand. read more…
Mountain views to rival the Alps, turquoise sea that can match the Mediterranean and fresh air that can clean out those cobwebs and make you feel brand spanking new again. Catriona Matheson invites you to explore Scotland’s stunning west coast. read more…
Franck Martin has a chinwag with front man Andy ‘Falco’ Falkous from the delightfully abrasive, refreshingly anarchic alt rockers Future Of The Left. read more…
Franck Martin sits down with Emmanuel Jal, author, musician and documentary maker, to learn what hip-hop means to him and why he feels it is his duty to relive his days as a Sudanese child soldier. read more…
Ok, so the recession’s crept its way into our summer plans and we’re being a little more wary with our cash. In the past we’ve been all too happy to chuck our hard earned overdraft in the direction of a certain domineering, beer-scented festival sponsor.but what should we be doing now we’re being a little more discerning with our financial moves this year? Laura Doherty wades through the portaloo spotted scenery of the summer’s festivals to show you where to invest your tent pegs. read more…
Katy Dycus dusts down the clutter, delves into the psychology of collecting, and learns that there is a fine line between a casual hobby and the world of obsession. read more…
Claire Strickett rediscovers the influence of Le Corbusier, the inspiration behind Glasgow’s post-war architectural renaissance. read more…
A cup of tea was the nation’s favourite tipple until we ditched the tea bag in favour of a stronger brew. But is our love of lattes a luxury we’re willing to give up? Catriona Matheson asks if the nation’s once beloved coffee culture is starting to lose its kick. read more…
Jumping on the pedals out of the gate, slinging from corner to corner, pumping jumps and keeping it low and fast – all the while sucking air through the mouthpiece of a full-face helmet and trying not to throw it all away as you thunder towards the finish line. No idea what’s going on? Not a problem – James Porteous talks downhill. read more…
Tom Bonnick asks why British TV sits at the children’s table while its American cousin cuts the Christmas turkey. read more…
Clive Stafford Smith OBE, former death row attorney, lawyer for Binyam Mohamed, and founder of the human rights charity Reprieve, speaks to Franck Martin about Guantanamo Bay and the profound significance of the legal case of Mr. Mohamed. read more…
Photo - Jim Wilson
Cirque du Soleil, SECC Glasgow, 16th-19th April
Thursday evening saw the return of Cirque du Soleil to Glasgow’s SECC. Jim Wilson caught up with creative director, Sean McKeown and Cirque du Soleil’s publicist, MJ Gagnon to discover more about the world-famous spectacle featuring gravity defying acrobats, aerialists, contortionists, rope-jumpers, a balancing duo and of course the acclaimed crazy clowns. read more…
Think you have what it takes to be the next GUM/Guardian editor or the new manager of Subcity? Well today’s your lucky day! The positions of Guardian Editor, GUM Editor, Subcity Manager are now available for the academic session 09/10.
Each provides a great opportunity to work in award-winning student media groups, hone your skills and gain invaluable experience for a future career in the media and communications industry.
For more information, have a look at the job descriptions online at glasgowstudent.net
