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Bungee Jump Off Aidan's anyone?

Well tickle me sideways, its finally happened! For the first time ever in the history of Durham, a bungee jump will be going down (And hopefully back up again) in Aidan's town!

Once exams have finished, what better way to celebrate the end of the year than by bungee-ing from a crane atop our very own Aidan's hill for charity? With fully panoramic views of the rest of our glorious cirty shortly followed by a close up of the ground, this is officailly the most visually spectacular spectalce since Flubber came out. All you need to do is raise a measely £100, and dive into the harness!

If you think you have what it takes then email me back (greg.chambers@durham.ac.uk) asap to grab one of the 60 places available. At the moment, the jump is reserved for Aidanites only, but will be opened up to the whole Uni next week, so get in there fast!

Our marathons co-ordinator has also rustled up a couple of group jogs, so if this sort of endurance based fundraising is more your thing, then see below for details

DUCK London Triathlon 7th and 8th August
 
Think you've got what it takes to withstand run, cycle and swim your way through this gruelling summer challenge? This year we're sending people to the London triathlon in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support! You can undertake the triathlon either as an individual or as a relay team of three! Places are limited on a first come first served basis so visit duck.dsu.org.uk
 
DUCK Berlin Marathon 26th September??
 
Interested in running a marathon this september? We're looking into forming a Berlin marathon team for this september provided we have people interested in it! If you're interested email azeez.siddiqui@durham.ac.uk
 
DUCK Great North Run 20th September
 
We've got places with the charity Grace House! Simply raise £250 for this worthy cause to take part in the world's biggest half marathon! Visit duck.dsu.org.uk

The only thing left for me to say is this: need to lose a few pounds for the bungee?

One in the bum, job done.

Captain Gregatron

Elections Open

This round of STV elections is about to open. Mini manifestos for candidates are available online, as are the details of the motion being voted on.

Voting in this round of elections will close at midday on Sunday for all elections except the one to Tomato the Exec which closes at 4PM on Friday.

Get Voting!

Pinski x

Shop Closing / Tabs / An important public announcement

Hey guys, hope the end of term blues aren't getting you down

First up, the shop will be closing for the final time this term next tuesday evening, watch out for any firesales closer to the time.

Second, tabs need to be paid off by this Sunday. They can be paid off by cheque (with a debit card number on the back) or by cash during the evening shift only. There will be consequences to anyone who doesn't pay their tab off by then so get it done.

Finally,please watch the following short clip for an important public announcement

http://en.tackfilm.se/?id=1268220621187RA85

That's all folks

Chris

Security and Recycling

Hello All

There was a burglary last night at to student property at 6 Highwood View, Durham, where entry has been gained via an open window.  Several laptops have been stolen as well as other items.

Can you please get the message out to all students again that unless steps are taken, these crimes will continue to happen:

LOCK WINDOWS / DOORS

REMOVE ITEMS FROM SIGHT

CLOSE CURTAINS AND LEAVE A LIGHT ON IF GOING OUT ON A NIGHT

GET PROPERTY SECURITY MARKED

Phil

Phil Raine

University Liaison Officer

Durham City Police Office

On another note there is now recycling in the library, any stationery you do not want by put it
in the box in the library and if anybody sees anything they need in the box that they are free to just take it.

Love the Exec xxx

Floodlit Rugby Match

THE FINAL MATCH OF THE SEASON. With promotion to the Premier League achieved on Saturday, SACRFC play their final match of the season against Grey in the Floodlit Plate final this TONIGHT at 7.30pm. Now back with the Premier League big boys, this will be an exhibition of the rugby to expect for the whole of next season. After hammering Castle (top division side) in the last round, Aidans rugby look to round the season off with a classy win and some silverware.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WciQVqEc8r0

Route to final:

Loss: Cuths (25-19)
Win: John Snow (19-17)
Win: Castle (60-0)
Final...

Please come down and support the boys in their final match. The match is at Durham City and with a stand to fill and a bar open all evening, there will be a proper atmosphere in comparison to previous fixtures at MC rubber crumb. Please stay around after for a drink with the team in the Durham City Bar.

Although hampered by injuries the team available is still brimming with talent:

1. Josh Elliott
2. James Douglas
3. James Lucas
4. Ben O’Connell
5. Ben Neville
6. James Hill
7. Josh Cunnington
8. Joe Tanner
9. Tom Sedgewick ©
10. James Francis
11. Guy Grindlay
12. Dom Wright
13. Chris Bryan
14. Dave Leviseur
15. Barney Sellers

16. Hugo Brent
17. James Dickie
18. Adam Keith
19. Guy Saych
20. Tim McClelland
21. Gjis Dutry
22. Christian Dunnett

THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOYAL SUPPORT THIS SEASON AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THIS EVENING.