October 2009 - ICU-SingSoc

Autumn Term - Week 04
by ICSS 28 Oct '09

28 Oct '09

* View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/2644/J2l2YxZoa8lvkAGEs61m/singsoc+l…> **Autumn Term Week 04 27 October 2009** ----------------------------------------------------------------- Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Halloween Party 2. FREE CHICKEN RICE!!! FREE MUSICAL SCREENING!!! 3. Chelsea Vs Bolton @ Stamford Bridge 4. Nottingham Games 2009 Update!!! 5. Touch Rugby at Nottingham Games 6. Netball Session on 7 Nov 7. FREE Singsoc Floorball 8. Ski Trip 2009 Update!!! 9. Raffles Alumni (UK) 10. Tableware for Sale! ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Halloween Party ----------------------------------------------------------------- What you don't know about School An All Hallow's Eve Celebration ***Date: 30-10-09 Time: 7.30pm-11.00pm Location: ACEX 306-312 (Chemical Engineering Department)*** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Highlights 1) POTLUCK EVENT AND HALLOWEEN GOODIES PROVIDED BY ICSS Cook as an OG! discuss it with your OGLs and have some kitchen fun! 2) FRIGHT ROOM Experience Anna's fears. She died in this very room during the examination period. Let her show you her living hell. 3) PHOTOGRAPHY CORNER Photography service kindly provided by Jun Ying, Liang Cheng and Tan Kok Chong! Photographs will be developed and given for free! Also make use of our HALLOWEEN PROPS! brought to you by James Chia Yong Feng Liying Zhenxiong Minmin Xinyi Shuren Kok Hong Wenlin Jiajia ICSS EXCO * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/6486/w66vKJ_q5RIdlyi23IFL/publicity…> ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. FREE CHICKEN RICE!!! FREE MUSICAL SCREENING!!! ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dexuan's famous Chicken Rice for free!!! Date: 4th November 2009 (Wednesday) Time: 1300 Place: Royal School of Mines building (Room to be confirmed) Come down for free food and a screening of our brilliant musical last yr! For Freshmen, it is time to unleash YOUR talent and create a MAJOR EVENT for ICSS. For Seniors, time to relive those wonderful times! For EVERYBODY, ITS FREE FOOD. We all know you want it! SEE YOU THERE!!! Cheers! Charles ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Chelsea Vs Bolton @ Stamford Bridge ----------------------------------------------------------------- This is a reminder to all 36 of you who have ordered tickets. Please meet at: Venue: Outside Evelyn Gardens Hall Time: 545pm Date: 28 Oct 2009 Shirt colour: Blue or neutral! Wear Manutd/Liverpool/Arsenal jerseys at your own risk. Bring: 21.50 pounds Btw, food can be bought at the stadium grounds but may be a bit pricey, so do come prepared or you may buy something along the way (we're walking to the stadium). Cya there! ----------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Nottingham Games 2009 Update!!! ----------------------------------------------------------------- Nottingham Games is back this year and once again it's time for ICSS to show why it's one of the sporting powerhouses in the UK! Information is as follows: **Date:** 14 November 2009 (Saturday) **Time:** Whole day **Venue:** University of Nottingham, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom (transport will be provided by us) **Price:** ~11 pounds (this is a highly subsidised rate and will be confirmed soon) **Meeting Place**: Beit Hall Entrance **Sports involved:** 1. Basketball 2. Netball 3. Football (full) 4. Floorball 5. Adventure Games 6. Touch Rugby 7. Ultimate Frisbee 8. Badminton (need more females!) 9. Table Tennis (need more females!) 10. Squash (need more females!) 11. Snooker 12. Chess 13. Bridge 14. Poker We're looking to send the largest contingent to Nottingham this year so don't hesitate and **SIGN UP NOW**! This is for all levels of ability and besides you can also come along as a supporter to support your friends! We have limited seats on the bus. So if you're interested, do email me asap! Derek derekjjlow(a)gmail.com ----------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Touch Rugby at Nottingham Games ----------------------------------------------------------------- Hi all! Touch Rugby. Last week at Freshers Picnic, Skill met Speed, Fitness met Finesse and Guys met Girls (some). Anyway, we're gearing up for the Nottingham Games on the 14th of Nov and if you have any 1 of the 6 qualities as mentioned above, we need YOU! We are having 2 touch training sessions this week. Wednesday 28 Oct - 1:30pm, Hyde Park Sunday 31 Oct - 3pm, Hyde Park (Meet at Albert Statue) Drop me an email if you are interested in coming for these wonderful sessions at dkst_88(AT)hotmail.com Check out http://dkst.110mb.com/flash.html if you want to learn more about touch. Give it some time to load... Cheers, David ----------------------------------------------------------------- 6. Netball Session on 7 Nov ----------------------------------------------------------------- Wilson House Sports will be taking a break on 31st Oct, but will be back on 7 Nov as a Netball Session! All those who are playing Netball for Nottingham Games should come, and any others who are interested can come and try it out as well! Details: Date: Saturday, 7 Nov 2009 Time: 2pm - 4pm Sports Involved: Netball Venue: Wilson House (St Mary's) Sports Hall Cost: FREE Directions: See map - http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=100166734168234… Or contact me at derekjjlow(a)gmail.com or 07526789960 ----------------------------------------------------------------- 7. FREE Singsoc Floorball ----------------------------------------------------------------- Hello everyone Free floorball is on again at Hyde Park in front of the King Albert statue this Wednesday at 2pm. Turnout was rather disappointing last week and we'll need a substantial number to start playing so call everyone you know (for freshers who haven't got a clue what floorball is, this is a great chance to get a free session before Notts games)! All are welcome, whether you're Singaporean/Singsoc/neither I'm also taking **Notts Games signups.** This year's Notts floorball sees the end of the horrendous tennis courts we had last year. We're moving indoors onto real wooden courts where you won't wreck your sticks so sign up with me now! Weizhao ----------------------------------------------------------------- 8. Ski Trip 2009 Update!!! ----------------------------------------------------------------- Please take note that the ***Ski Trip with Full-Time Instruction*** has been ***fully booked! ***However, those who are still interested in going for the same ***Ski Trip with Full-Time Instruction*** **CAN** still do so. What you need to do is to book ***Ski Trip with Half-Time Instruction***, **pay the *deposit*** and ***most importantly***, inform Dexuan via email or at **07545456656** that you intend to book the Ski Trip with Full-Time Instruction. For the other people who have **already paid the deposit**, please be informed that you are not required to pay the full amount ***until you have been told to do so***. * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5560/0pxu3KNBvkJEYec_SP5y/ICSSSki.J…> To make your booking together with the ICSS group (anyone is welcome to join in!).. 1. Click on the following link: http://www.action-outdoors.co.uk/hol_La%20Plagne%201800_UCPASkiFull-TimeIns… 2. Choose whether to Ski or Snowboard, with *Full* or *Half Time Instruction.* 3. Under "Travel Options", choose 'La Plagne 1800 Coach' to travel from London Victoria. Note: Under the "GROUP" tab, you can see who has already signed up for the trip. 4. Click on the "JOIN GROUP" link. 5. Fill up all your personal details. Leave the "Promo Code" section blank. 6. Click on the "NEXT STEP" link. 7. Follow the instructions and place the £100 deposit as soon as possible (Do so before **26th October 2009 to enjoy the discount**! The remainder must be paid by **4th November 2009**) 8. **IMPORTANT**: Drop Dexuan an email with your **name**, **college**, **UK contact number** and **preferred email** at hong.dexuan(a)hotmail.com for updates on the Ski Trip. For any bunch of friends who wishes to go for this trip but as a separate group, appoint a group leader and email Dexuan to obtain a separate link. For any other queries and clarifications, you can drop Dexuan an email or contact him at 07545456656. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 9. Raffles Alumni (UK) ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Rafflesians We are currently looking for rafflesians interested to take over Raffles Alumni (UK). We will be sharing more about what the different committees in the alumni does and how you can be involved. Year 1s to Year 4s are welcome :) The details of the meeting are Date: 30 October 2009 (Friday) Time: 4.30pm (should be abt an hour or less) Venue: Fourth Floor Restaurant, LSE Old Building Please RSVP to cylpatricia(a)gmail.com to confirm your attendance so that we would know how many people to expect. Thanks! Cheers Patricia ----------------------------------------------------------------- 10. Tableware for Sale! ----------------------------------------------------------------- Tableware for sale! BRAND NEW SET. 8 pieces tableware comprising of 2 dinner plates, 2 side plates, 2 bowls and 2 mugs. All these for ONLY £5!! GRAB IT NOW OR NEVER. see http://www.argos.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?storeId=10001&catal… for detailed description at argos. RRP £10, now £5. YOU SAVE 50%! Self-collect at Cromwell Road. (or delivery for a small fee of £2 within South Kensington) For more details, email you.tan07(a)imperial.ac.uk Cheers, You Cai --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss E-mail powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about ----------------------------------------------------------------

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Autumn Term - Week 03
by ICSS 20 Oct '09

20 Oct '09

* View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/2644/J2l2YxZoa8lvkAGEs61m/singsoc+l…> **Autumn Term Week 03 20 October 2009** ----------------------------------------------------------------- Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. ICSS Membership 2009-2010 (DEADLINE EXTENDED!) 2. Ski Trip 2009 3. Nottingham Games 2009 Update!!! 4. Wilson House Sports on 24 Oct 5. Singsoc Floorball's back this Wednesday 21/10‏ 6. DPYJ RUNNING CLUB © 7. Halloween Party 8. UCLU Singapore Society Boat Party 2009 9. The Joy Luck Club 10. Graduate recruitment by Accenture Singapore 11. PSC engagement session for Singaporean non-scholar students in UK 12. Free Tables ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. ICSS Membership 2009-2010 (DEADLINE EXTENDED!) ----------------------------------------------------------------- Application for ICSS membership for the coming academic year (2009/2010) is now open! Joining ICSS will not only enable you to receive the most updated news on our activities and also fabulous discounts at restaurants in London. This year, we have a few additional restaurants in our list and includes New Diamond Restaurant, Rasa Sayang and Noodle Oodle! Do email me, Jasmine, at jasmine.liu09(a)gmail.com by 25th October (Sunday) to indicate your interest in the membership and provide the following details for the printing of the ICSS membership card: 1) Name 2) Year of Study (Year 1, etc) 3) Course of Study 4) Digital Photograph of yourself (important) In addition to that, please also sign into the Imperial Union website to pay the 5 pounds in order to complete this registration. Thanks alot! ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Ski Trip 2009 ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5560/0pxu3KNBvkJEYec_SP5y/ICSSSki.J…> To make your booking together with the ICSS group (anyone is welcome to join in!).. 1. Click on the following link: http://www.action-outdoors.co.uk/hol_La%20Plagne%201800_UCPASkiFull-TimeIns… 2. Choose whether to Ski or Snowboard, with *Full* or *Half Time Instruction.* 3. Under "Travel Options", choose 'La Plagne 1800 Coach' to travel from London Victoria. Note: Under the "GROUP" tab, you can see who has already signed up for the trip. 4. Click on the "JOIN GROUP" link. 5. Fill up all your personal details. Leave the "Promo Code" section blank. 6. Click on the "NEXT STEP" link. 7. Follow the instructions and place the £100 deposit as soon as possible (Do so before **26th October 2009 to enjoy the discount**! The remainder must be paid by **4th November 2009**) 8. **IMPORTANT**: Drop Dexuan an email with your **name**, **college**, **UK contact number** and **preferred email** at hong.dexuan(a)hotmail.com for updates on the Ski Trip. For any bunch of friends who wishes to go for this trip but as a separate group, appoint a group leader and email Dexuan to obtain a separate link. For any other queries and clarifications, you can drop Dexuan an email or contact him at 07545456656. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Nottingham Games 2009 Update!!! ----------------------------------------------------------------- Nottingham Games is back this year and once again it's time for ICSS to show why it's one of the sporting powerhouses in the UK! Information is as follows: **Date:** 14 November 2009 (Saturday) **Time:** Whole day **Venue:** University of Nottingham, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom (transport will be provided by us) **Price:** ~11 pounds (this is a highly subsidised rate and will be confirmed soon) **Meeting Place**: Beit Hall Entrance **Sports involved:** 1. Basketball 2. Netball 3. Football (full) 4. Floorball 5. Adventure Games 6. Touch Rugby 7. Ultimate Frisbee 8. Badminton (need more females!) 9. Table Tennis (need more females!) 10. Squash (need more females!) 11. Snooker 12. Chess 13. Bridge 14. Poker We're looking to send the largest contingent to Nottingham this year so don't hesitate and **SIGN UP NOW**! This is for all levels of ability and besides you can also come along as a supporter to support your friends! We have limited seats on the bus. So if you're interested, do email me asap! Derek derekjjlow(a)gmail.com ----------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Wilson House Sports on 24 Oct ----------------------------------------------------------------- Wilson House Sports is back on 24 Oct! It'll be a welcome break from your mundane studies and what's more, it's FREE! Details: Date: **Saturday, 24 Oct 2009** Time: **2pm - 4pm** Sports Involved: **Badminton and Basketball (please bring your own racquets!)** Venue: **Wilson House (St Mary's) Sports Hall** Cost: **FREE** Directions: See map - http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=100166734168234… Or contact me at derekjjlow(a)gmail.com or 07526789960 Cya there! Derek ----------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Singsoc Floorball's back this Wednesday 21/10‏ ----------------------------------------------------------------- Good day to all you fine people Got a Wednesday appointment that’s been cancelled? Looking for some way to fill up that empty feeling that accompanies your only school holiday this term? Look no further! Floorball’s here! Come to the Uncle Albert statue (big gold monument for the uninitiated) at 11am this Wednesday the 21st of October (yes it’s a holiday!) for the first Singsoc Floorball session of the year! It’s FREE! No membership or session fees required and it’ll be a casual session so tell all your friends (All are welcome, whether you’re Singaporean/Singsoc/neither) to come playJ Your Singsoc floorball rep Weizhao ----------------------------------------------------------------- 6. DPYJ RUNNING CLUB © ----------------------------------------------------------------- Hello fellow Spartans! Im glad to hear that many of you out there are yearning to have a good work out!!! As previously promised, the DPJYTM Running Club© will have our 1st endurance run this **wednesday 21st October 2009 at 1pm.** We will be meeting at the **Albert Memorial Statue** (favourably known as Uncle Albert). The route is approximately 5km and the route is as follows: http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_8ik7TVviJ0s/StyhLZ_TRbI/AAAAAAAABFA/IcD0tzbNHc8/s… <https://icex.imperial.ac.uk/owa/redir.aspx?C=1f742913eaa74d8d9e87be4bbdf745…> In the event of inclement weather, the run will be cancelled! For example, if its still raining at 1250pm, then obviously ,there wont be any running. See you on wednesday! AH Hoo! Ah Hooo! Ah HOOOOO! Josh ----------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Halloween Party ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5214/AaPBEjATgSOMXisr4eby/Halloween…> ----------------------------------------------------------------- 8. UCLU Singapore Society Boat Party 2009 ----------------------------------------------------------------- The time has come again for UCLU Singapore Society's annual Boat Party!***Terror on the Thames*** would be held on the **3rd November (Tues)**, **1830 to 2300**. Board the boat at **Festival Pier** and enjoy a leisurely cruise down river Thames. Behold the glorious sights of Tower Bridge, Big Ben, London Eye and other prominent attractions at night. Mambo hit songs have also been specially selected for you to party through the night. The theme for this year is Halloween Horror so come in your Halloween best for we have prizes to give away to the "Best Halloween costume", "Scariest Halloween costume" and so on. Exciting games of "Trick or Treat" have also been lined up for you. So hesitate no more and grab your tickets today! **Tickets are priced at 10 pounds each.** **Get your tickets from any UCL Singsoc committee member OR** **IBANK the money to LOW JOO HUI at 40-07-06 (sort code) 01619187 (account number) OR** **Email ****uclsingsoc(a)gmail.com** **to request an order.** Anyone who needs tickets please also contact Charles at charles.lim08(a)imperial.ac.uk ----------------------------------------------------------------- 9. The Joy Luck Club ----------------------------------------------------------------- The UCL Singapore Society cordially invites you to be part of the cast of our 09/10 production, The Joy Luck Club. Based on the movie script by Amy Tan and Roland Bass, JLC weaves together tales that span continents and decades, from wartime atrocities to cheating husbands and piano recitals. It's a whirlwind of characters that will leave you feeling elated, worn out, excited and sympathetic - all before the mahjong party is over. There are eight lead roles, as well as a host of other colourful characters to audition for (rapists! deaf piano teachers! chess champions!) There's something for everyone, even if all that tickles your fancy is miming or simply eating ice cream on stage. Absolutely no prior theatre experience is required. Three audition slots will be held, all at the UCL Bloomsbury Theatre on Gordon Street. **Wednesday, 14th October** 1900-2100 Conference Room, 2nd Floor **Wednesday, 21st October** 1900-2100 Conference Room, 2nd Floor **Friday, 28th October** 1900-2100 Rehearsal Room, 1st Floor There is no need to prepare any material, as scripts will be provided. If you are unable to make any of the slots, or if you have any queries, please contact Lisabel at 075 2246 4879. Visit the facebook events group at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=150770159844 <../../../e/click/s6i5-uro4-2rrq5yqobl?u=http%3A%2F%2Fgroupspaces.com%2Fe%2Fclick%2Fs6ho-sfuc-2lz3t8t8nu%3Fu%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.facebook.com%252Fevent.php%253Feid%253D150770159844>. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 10. Graduate recruitment by Accenture Singapore ----------------------------------------------------------------- ***2010 Graduate & Internship Program opportunities*** Do you know of anyone studying in the UK and looking to head back home? Help them **Return Home** with an Internship or Graduate position at Accenture! Invite them to join the **Accenture Virtual Presentation** and find out more about us and what we do: ***Date: 28 October 2009 (Wednesday)*** ***Time: 1.00 - 2.00 PM (GMT Standard Time)*** ***Host site: WebEx*** ------------------------------------------------------- Register for the online event no later than **23 October, 2009**. ------------------------------------------------------- 1. Go to https://accentureapwebinars.webex.com/accentureapwebinars/onstage/g.php?t=a… <https://icex.imperial.ac.uk/owa/redir.aspx?C=39aa5810ab3642ac86b3f869480321…> 2. Click "Register". 3. On the registration form, enter your information and then click "Submit". An email confirmation will be sent upon your successful registration. We will be conducting interviews in the United Kingdom in November 2009. To be considered for an interview, students are required to submit their application here <https://icex.imperial.ac.uk/owa/redir.aspx?C=39aa5810ab3642ac86b3f869480321…> by 23 October 2009. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 11. PSC engagement session for Singaporean non-scholar students in UK ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dear all, The Singapore Public Service Commission Secretariat is holding an engagement event for Singaporean non-scholar undergraduate students in UK universities. The objectives of the engagement session are to: (1) keep Singaporean students engaged with Singapore; (2) provide information on career in the Civil Service. *Details as follows: ***Date: Mon, 2 Nov 09 Time: 6pm - 8pm Venue: Imperial College London (specific venue will be advised upon RSVP) Topics: Civil Service Career (General, Teaching, Foreign Service etc.); PSC Mid-Term Scholarships; Management Associates Programme;** **Internships@Gov** **Speakers: Officers from PSC Secretariat, Ministry of Education, Overseas Singaporean Unit & Foreign Service Target Audience: Singaporean non-scholar undergraduate students** (Food and refreshments will be served) Interested participants may RSVP directly with Mr Low Jin Wei at LOW_Jin_Wei(a)psd.gov.sg by providing the following info <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5915/8joha2Pn7t9ucWDrOHwG/image.png>. Registration ends on Sat, 24 Oct 09. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 12. Free Tables ----------------------------------------------------------------- I would like to give away two free study tables which the previous tenants have left behind. Each of these tables is a simple Beech coloured design with a drawer. The dimensions are 100cm (Length) x 70cm (Height) x 48cm (Depth). See attached photo. Interested parties should contact me at teodikai(a)gmail.com to collect these tables. Terms and Conditions apply. Terms and Conditions: * This offer is exclusive to members of the Imperial College Singapore Society 2009/2010. Proof of membership is necessary to claim the table(s). * The recipients of this offer will not hold the original owner(s)/past-owner(s) liable for any catastrophic failures due to any unfortunate incidents pertaining to the table(s). * This offer will last till 27th October until which the table(s) will be disposed. * While stocks last. * No delivery included. * Some assembly required. --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss E-mail powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about ----------------------------------------------------------------

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Autumn Term - Week 02
by ICSS 13 Oct '09

13 Oct '09

* View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/2644/J2l2YxZoa8lvkAGEs61m/singsoc+l…> **Autumn Term Week 02 13 October 2009** ----------------------------------------------------------------- Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Freshers PiGnic 2. Touch Rugby during Freshers PiGnic 3. Floorball Announcement 4. Halloween Party 5. ICSS Membership 2009-2010 (DEADLINE EXTENDED!) 6. Ski Trip 2009 7. Nottingham Games 2009 Update!!! 8. Wilson House Sports on 24 Oct 9. DPYJ RUNNING CLUB © 10. KCLMSS Clubbing Event 11. UCLU Singapore Society Boat Party 2009 12. The Joy Luck Club 13. MFA Recruitment Notice ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Freshers PiGnic ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5211/hXT42karjn2yc_M24BQY/picnic.pn…> Ready for a morning of SUN, BREEZE, FOOD and SPORTS? Time to rise and shine early! Get to interact with Juniors and Seniors through sports such as Ultimate Frisbee, Soccer, Touch Rugby and more! Enjoy complimentary sandwiches on picnic mats while relaxing amongst the greenery! We will be waiting for you on the **17th October (Saturday)** at **930am @ Hyde Park!** Make a note in your calendar now! Meet at the Prince Albert's Statue at ***930 SHARP***! *Event: Picnic @ Hyde Park* *Date: 17th October 2009* *Time: 930am-12nn* *Venue: Hyde Park* *Attire: Track Shoes + Sporty Outfit + Warm Jacket + Bottle* IMPT NOTE: In the event of bad HEAVY RAINY weather, the event will be cancelled. If you are uncertain whether the event is still on, please contact any of the EXCO members by phone in the morning before you leave house (O2 calls are free!). ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Touch Rugby during Freshers PiGnic ----------------------------------------------------------------- Hi all! Touch Rugby. A sport where speed meets skills, fitness meets finesse and guys meet girls. Yes, Touch Rugby is a cool sport for both guys and girls and there's a chance that we can represent Imperial College Singsoc in the Nottingham Games. We're having a taster/learning session for anyone of any skill level at Freshers' Picnic. Grab this opportunity to learn a new sport, make new friends or an excuse to shop at Lilywhites. Sports attire recommended with boots unless you are fine with jeans. See you there. Cheers, David ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Floorball Announcement ----------------------------------------------------------------- All freshers who are interested in floorball can join Imperial Floorball's free taster session at **Little Venice Sports Centre** near Edgware Road / Paddington Tube Station this Wednesday, 14th October 2-4pm. Directions: http://www.union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/floorball/training.html Regular, more casual sessions will begin next week. All interested people who are not yet on the mailing list for Singsoc floorball can send Weizhao an email at wt208(a)imperial.ac.uk or sms him at 07593018996. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Halloween Party ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5214/AaPBEjATgSOMXisr4eby/Halloween…> ----------------------------------------------------------------- 5. ICSS Membership 2009-2010 (DEADLINE EXTENDED!) ----------------------------------------------------------------- Application for ICSS membership for the coming academic year (2009/2010) is now open! Joining ICSS will not only enable you to receive the most updated news on our activities and also fabulous discounts at restaurants in London. This year, we have a few additional restaurants in our list and includes New Diamond Restaurant, Rasa Sayang and Noodle Oodle! Do email me, Jasmine, at jasmine.liu09(a)gmail.com by 18th October (Sunday) to indicate your interest in the membership and provide the following details for the printing of the ICSS membership card: 1) Name 2) Year of Study (Year 1, etc) 3) Course of Study 4) Digital Photograph of yourself (important) In addition to that, please also sign into the Imperial Union website to pay the 5 pounds in order to complete this registration. Thanks alot! ----------------------------------------------------------------- 6. Ski Trip 2009 ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5560/0pxu3KNBvkJEYec_SP5y/ICSSSki.J…> To make your booking together with the ICSS group (anyone is welcome to join in!).. 1. Click on the following link: http://www.action-outdoors.co.uk/hol_La%20Plagne%201800_UCPASkiFull-TimeIns… 2. Choose whether to Ski or Snowboard, with *Full* or *Half Time Instruction.* 3. Under "Travel Options", choose 'La Plagne 1800 Coach' to travel from London Victoria. Note: Under the "GROUP" tab, you can see who has already signed up for the trip. 4. Click on the "JOIN GROUP" link. 5. Fill up all your personal details. Leave the "Promo Code" section blank. 6. Click on the "NEXT STEP" link. 7. Follow the instructions and place the £100 deposit as soon as possible (Do so before **26th October 2009 to enjoy the discount**! The remainder must be paid by **4th November 2009**) 8. **IMPORTANT**: Drop Dexuan an email with your **name**, **college**, **UK contact number** and **preferred email** at hong.dexuan(a)hotmail.com for updates on the Ski Trip. For any bunch of friends who wishes to go for this trip but as a separate group, appoint a group leader and email Dexuan to obtain a separate link. For any other queries and clarifications, you can drop Dexuan an email or contact him at 07545456656. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Nottingham Games 2009 Update!!! ----------------------------------------------------------------- Nottingham Games is back this year and once again it's time for ICSS to show why it's one of the sporting powerhouses in the UK! Information is as follows: **Date:** 14 November 2009 (Saturday) **Time:** Whole day **Venue:** University of Nottingham, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom (transport will be provided by us) **Price:** ~11 pounds (this is a highly subsidised rate and will be confirmed soon) **Meeting Place**: Beit Hall Entrance **Sports involved:** 1. Basketball 2. Netball 3. Football (full) 4. Floorball 5. Adventure Games 6. Touch Rugby 7. Ultimate Frisbee 8. Badminton (need more females!) 9. Table Tennis (need more females!) 10. Squash (need more females!) 11. Snooker 12. Chess 13. Bridge 14. Poker We're looking to send the largest contingent to Nottingham this year so don't hesitate and **SIGN UP NOW**! This is for all levels of ability and besides you can also come along as a supporter to support your friends! We have limited seats on the bus. So if you're interested, do email me asap! Derek derekjjlow(a)gmail.com ----------------------------------------------------------------- 8. Wilson House Sports on 24 Oct ----------------------------------------------------------------- Wilson House Sports is back on 24 Oct! It'll be a welcome break from your mundane studies and what's more, it's FREE! Details: Date: **Saturday, 24 Oct 2009** Time: **2pm - 4pm** Sports Involved: **Badminton and Basketball (please bring your own racquets!)** Venue: **Wilson House (St Mary's) Sports Hall** Cost: **FREE** Directions: See map - http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=100166734168234… Or contact me at derekjjlow(a)gmail.com or 07526789960 Cya there! Derek ----------------------------------------------------------------- 9. DPYJ RUNNING CLUB © ----------------------------------------------------------------- Are your **ABs** now ***FLABs?*** Are those hot pants not-so-hot anymore? Are you worried that your girlfriend in NUS might be seduced by her new well toned & ripped male classmates who have just ORD-ed? Or are you just looking to keep fit? NEVER FEAR! For THE DPJYTM Running Club© is here to support you!!! Starting next **wednesday 21st October 2009 at 1230pm**, We are planning a series of healthy fun runs at Hyde Park to keep fit and stay in shape! We will start slow with an inital 5km healthy endurance run before going on to some serious hardcore stuff (7km, 10km etc...). Dont believe us? ## ## **Health Benefits of Exercise and Physical Activity: ** **(Doyle *et al., 1997)*** * Reduce the risk of premature death * Reduce the risk of developing and/or dying from heart disease * *****Reduce depression and anxiety ***** * *****Improve psychological well-being ***** * *****Enhanced work*****, recreation, and sport *****performance***** Most runs will be about an hour session and this promises to be a good work out for those of you trying to get in shape!! You can go at your own pace and there will be people of all abilities so don't be shy! If we get enough people also, we might consider joining the annual Hyde Park Relays for more hardcore action!!! Interested people who want to live beyond the age of 50, contact Joshua at joshua.wang06(a)imperial.ac.uk <https://icex.imperial.ac.uk/owa/redir.aspx?C=bb76da5e7d454691918329e3cd4895…> now for more details!! NEVER RETREAT. NEVER SURRENDER. -Joshua **References** A.Doyle(1997) The Benefits of Exercise [Online] Available from: http://www2.gsu.edu/~wwwfit/benefits.html <https://icex.imperial.ac.uk/owa/redir.aspx?C=bb76da5e7d454691918329e3cd4895…> [Accessed 11th October 2009] ----------------------------------------------------------------- 10. KCLMSS Clubbing Event ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dear all, I am Yanyi Kang, Vice-President (Singapore) of King's College London Malaysian Singaporean Society (KCLMSS). I would like to cordially invite all your societies to attend our clubbing event (targeted to be the first freshers party this year), details are as follows: **Date:** 20th October 2009, Tuesday **Venue:** Tiger Tiger, Haymarket House, 28-29 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4SP Warmest regards, Yanyi Kang Vice-President (Singapore) King's College London Malaysian Singaporean Society Anyone who needs tickets please contact Charles at charles.lim08(a)imperial.ac.uk ----------------------------------------------------------------- 11. UCLU Singapore Society Boat Party 2009 ----------------------------------------------------------------- The time has come again for UCLU Singapore Society's annual Boat Party!***Terror on the Thames*** would be held on the **3rd November (Tues)**, **1830 to 2300**. Board the boat at **Festival Pier** and enjoy a leisurely cruise down river Thames. Behold the glorious sights of Tower Bridge, Big Ben, London Eye and other prominent attractions at night. Mambo hit songs have also been specially selected for you to party through the night. The theme for this year is Halloween Horror so come in your Halloween best for we have prizes to give away to the "Best Halloween costume", "Scariest Halloween costume" and so on. Exciting games of "Trick or Treat" have also been lined up for you. So hesitate no more and grab your tickets today! **Tickets are priced at 10 pounds each.** **Get your tickets from any UCL Singsoc committee member OR** **IBANK the money to LOW JOO HUI at 40-07-06 (sort code) 01619187 (account number) OR** **Email ****uclsingsoc(a)gmail.com** **to request an order.** Anyone who needs tickets please also contact Charles at charles.lim08(a)imperial.ac.uk ----------------------------------------------------------------- 12. The Joy Luck Club ----------------------------------------------------------------- The UCL Singapore Society cordially invites you to be part of the cast of our 09/10 production, The Joy Luck Club. Based on the movie script by Amy Tan and Roland Bass, JLC weaves together tales that span continents and decades, from wartime atrocities to cheating husbands and piano recitals. It's a whirlwind of characters that will leave you feeling elated, worn out, excited and sympathetic - all before the mahjong party is over. There are eight lead roles, as well as a host of other colourful characters to audition for (rapists! deaf piano teachers! chess champions!) There's something for everyone, even if all that tickles your fancy is miming or simply eating ice cream on stage. Absolutely no prior theatre experience is required. Three audition slots will be held, all at the UCL Bloomsbury Theatre on Gordon Street. **Wednesday, 14th October** 1900-2100 Conference Room, 2nd Floor **Wednesday, 21st October** 1900-2100 Conference Room, 2nd Floor **Friday, 28th October** 1900-2100 Rehearsal Room, 1st Floor There is no need to prepare any material, as scripts will be provided. If you are unable to make any of the slots, or if you have any queries, please contact Lisabel at 075 2246 4879. Visit the facebook events group at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=150770159844 <../../../e/click/s6i5-uro4-2rrq5yqobl?u=http%3A%2F%2Fgroupspaces.com%2Fe%2Fclick%2Fs6ho-sfuc-2lz3t8t8nu%3Fu%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.facebook.com%252Fevent.php%253Feid%253D150770159844>. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 13. MFA Recruitment Notice ----------------------------------------------------------------- The Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs would like to contact Singaporeans studying in the UK who are interested in taking up mid-term scholarships, internship opportunities or joining the Ministry through open recruitment. Both undergraduates and graduates in any year of study are welcome to apply. To apply for any of the above, or more information on these opportunities, please fill in the excel sheet <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5272/Tm15hLDGljWGD5hvUa9d/MFA_Conta…> with your contact details and email them to Chun Long (chun.au(a)queens.ox.ac.uk) or Karen (karen.lee(a)lmh.ox.ac.uk) by 18th October 2009 (Sunday). --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss E-mail powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about ----------------------------------------------------------------

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Autumn Term - Week 01
by ICSS 08 Oct '09

08 Oct '09

* View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/2644/J2l2YxZoa8lvkAGEs61m/singsoc+l…> **Autumn Term Week 01 08 October 2009** ----------------------------------------------------------------- Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Welcome! 2. ICSS Membership 2009-2010 (DEADLINE EXTENDED!) 3. Ski Trip 2009 4. Freshers Tour of London 5. Freshers PiGnic 6. Halloween Party 7. Sports Announcement: Nottingham Games 2009 8. MFA Recruitment Notice ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Welcome! ----------------------------------------------------------------- Hello everyone, Welcome back to Imperial College! For all the freshmen, I hope you guys are settling in well and keeping warm enough to fight the strong winds here. It's a very different kind of experience as compared to Singapore I reckon. Having visited our ICSS booth on Freshers Fair, I'm sure you guys have learnt about what activities we have planned from now till Christmas Holidays. Having the ICSS membership not only entitles you to subsidised rates for all the upcoming activities, but also fabulous discounts at Asian restaurants (even Singapore and Malaysian) here in London! The membership application is only complete if you purchase it at a nominal price of 5 pounds from the Imperial College Union Website: http://www.imperialcollegeunion.org/clubs-and-societies/a-to-z/s/singapore/ Just click on the above link and press 'shop' to pay for our membership! Freshmen who do not have a bank account yet, do not worry as we will be handling out registration forms during our Freshers Picnic and other activities. Jasmine ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ICSS Membership 2009-2010 (DEADLINE EXTENDED!) ----------------------------------------------------------------- Application for ICSS membership for the coming academic year (2009/2010) is now open! Joining ICSS will not only enable you to receive the most updated news on our activities and also fabulous discounts at restaurants in London. This year, we have a few additional restaurants in our list and includes New Diamond Restaurant, Rasa Sayang and Noodle Oodle! Do email me, Jasmine, at jasmine.liu09(a)gmail.com by 18th October (Sunday) to indicate your interest in the membership and provide the following details for the printing of the ICSS membership card: 1) Name 2) Year of Study (Year 1, etc) 3) Course of Study 4) Digital Photograph of yourself (important) In addition to that, please also sign into the Imperial Union website to pay the 5 pounds in order to complete this registration. Thanks alot! ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Ski Trip 2009 ----------------------------------------------------------------- Hi Everyone! Alpine Adventures 2009 is here! Details of the ski trip are as such: Dates: 19th December 2009 to 26th December 2009 Location: Flaine, France Cost: £540 (Not inclusive of a group discount! The larger the group, the larger our discount so pull your friends along!!!) Join in, and you will be Skiing or Snowboarding in the French Alps in December all through CHRISTMAS (where everything in Europe will be closed) and be back in London just in time for the Boxing Day Sales! This all-inclusive ski trip gives you: * 7 nights accommodation * All meals provided (breakfast, lunch and dinner) * Ski/Snowboard equipment and boots for 6.5 days * Lift pass to slopes for 6.5 days * Half time lessons for 6.5 days (up to you to choose whether you want lessons in the morning or afternoon) * Return travel by Coach from London Victoria ( Departs 18th Dec Friday evening, Returns 26th Dec night) This trip is open to anyone and everyone, so grab your friends and get them down! Whether they are from UCL, LSE, Mancester,Cambridge, Oxford or Edinburgh, on exchange somewhere in Europe or even from Singapore, it doesn't matter! This ski trip will be full of awesome skiing in postcard-worthy scenery around you, after-ski activities such as Bar Nights and a Christmas PARTY right in the French Alps (A white Christmas for once eh?), and entry to the **Snow Olympics**! If you think this is abit pricey, lets do some math.. Typically, the costs are as such: Equipment Hire: €150 Ski Pass for 7 days: €200 Ski Instruction: €300 All Accomodation and Meals: €350 Coach Travel to Resort: €100 Entry to SnowOlympics: Priceless For more information, take a look at http://www.action-outdoors.co.uk/snowblast.aspx Basically, this is THE TRIP worth going for. For anyone who is interested, please email Dexuan at hong.dexuan(a)hotmail.com with the names of those interested, colleges they are from, and whether they want to SKI or SNOWBOARD (about €15 more). More information will be provided at a later date. Note: If you have left your names with us during Freshers Fayre, you need not email Dexuan. For any queries and clarifications, you can drop Dexuan an email, or contact him at 07545456656. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Freshers Tour of London ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5213/oOitSSBSHdjPrehgyspL/Freshers+…> ***OGLs from each OG should have contacted the freshmen by now, if not, please do so ASAP. If your friends wish to join in the tour but do not have an OG (did not attend Sojourn), they are free to join any OG for the tour!*** ----------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Freshers PiGnic ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5211/hXT42karjn2yc_M24BQY/picnic.pn…> Ready for a morning of SUN, BREEZE, FOOD and SPORTS? Time to rise and shine early! Get to interact with Juniors and Seniors through sports such as Ultimate Frisbee, Soccer, Touch Rugby and more! Enjoy complimentary sandwiches on picnic mats while relaxing amongst the greenery! We will be waiting for you on the **17th October (Saturday)** at **930am @ Hyde Park!** Make a note in your calendar now! Meet at the Prince Albert’s Statue at ***930 SHARP***! *Event: Picnic @ Hyde Park* *Date: 17th October 2009* *Time: 930am-12nn* *Venue: Hyde Park* *Attire: Track Shoes + Sporty Outfit + Warm Jacket + Bottle* IMPT NOTE: In the event of bad HEAVY RAINY weather, the event will be cancelled. If you are uncertain whether the event is still on, please contact any of the EXCO members by phone in the morning before you leave house (O2 calls are free!). * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5271/L8rC3CDQdz1RE3zu3JD3/Prince+Al…> Bet you didn’t know: this Prince Albert’s Memorial is 176 feet tall, took over ten years to complete, and cost £120,000! ----------------------------------------------------------------- 6. Halloween Party ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/5214/AaPBEjATgSOMXisr4eby/Halloween…> ----------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Sports Announcement: Nottingham Games 2009 ----------------------------------------------------------------- Nottingham Games is back this year and once again it's time for ICSS to show why it's one of the sporting powerhouses in the UK! Information is as follows: **Date**: 14 November 2009 (Saturday) **Time**: Whole day **Venue**: University of Nottingham, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom (transport will be provided by us) **Price**: TBC **Meeting Place**: TBC **Sports involved**: 1. Basketball 2. Netball 3. Football 4. Floorball 5. Adventure Games 6. Touch Rugby 7. Ultimate Frisbee 8. Badminton 9. Table Tennis 10. Squash 11. Snooker 12. Chess 13. Bridge 14. Poker Everyone can join, whether or not you have sporting background because this is also a time to have fun and experience something different. You can also choose to be a supporter to give your friends in ICSS much needed support! So if you're interested, do email me asap! Derek derekjjlow(a)gmail.com ----------------------------------------------------------------- 8. MFA Recruitment Notice ----------------------------------------------------------------- The Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs would like to contact Singaporeans studying in the UK who are interested in taking up mid-term scholarships, internship opportunities or joining the Ministry through open recruitment. Both undergraduates and graduates in any year of study are welcome to apply. To apply for any of the above, or more information on these opportunities, please fill in the excel sheet <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/1960/YkSTObkiXP1hpSWvZhtL/Accenture…> with your contact details and email them to Chun Long (chun.au(a)queens.ox.ac.uk<mailto:chun.au@queens.ox.ac.uk>) or Karen (karen.lee(a)lmh.ox.ac.uk<mailto:karen.lee@lmh.ox.ac.uk>) by 18th October 2009 (Sunday). --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss E-mail powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about ----------------------------------------------------------------

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