A defence of escapism
Sidney Pycroft provides a defence of escapism, battling the negative attitude often attributed to gaming and detailing the benefits of turning to games for escapism.
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Warwick SU opposes the University’s replacement of the RLT system
The University of Warwick and its University Executive Board (UEB) are continuing the process of removing the Residential Life Team (RLT) system. The process is being run by the Director of Wellbeing and Safeguarding, Dr. Hannah Friend.
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The magic of game music
Sidney writes on the importance of music in gaming across multiple different genres, exploring the impact on various scenes.
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Petition launched against proposed replacement of Warwick’s RLT system
Sidney Pycroft outlines how the University of Warwick's plan to replace the Resident Life Team with the Residential Community Assistant scheme has been met with opposition. The Boar continues to report on further updates.
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An interview with Jack Fenton, Warwick’s Head of Esports
Sidney and Eric interviewed Jack Fenton, Warwick's Head of Esports, in December for the January print edition. They discussed everything from the new Esports Centre and its future to gaming memories and university life.
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The importance of returning to normal teaching
Sidney Pycroft stresses the need for a return to normality at Warwick.
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The high cost of the Covid-19 pandemic, lockdowns, and restrictions on students
After almost two years of disruption to higher education, Sidney Pycroft investigates the cost of the pandemic on Warwick students for the 2020/21 academic year
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Reasons to be optimistic about this year at Warwick
Following a period of pandemic dullness, Sidney Pycroft explains why there's so much to look forward to this year
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Blended learning is the end of academic experience
Sidney Pycroft argues that blended learning takes away all that is special about academia
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Is Substack the future of book consumption?
Author Salman Rushdie has announced that his next project will be released on the site Substack, as opposed to being released as a physical book or ebook. Sidney Pycroft explores the context behind this situation and assesses the merits of the decision.
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The mental and physical importance of routine
Getting into a routine is not always easy but it can make your life easier. Sidney Pycroft explains the importance of routine on our physical and mental health.
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Why ‘Fake or Fortune’ is the only show left on traditional TV that I enjoy
Sidney Pycroft argues why 'Fake or Fortune' is the last bastion of entertainment on traditional TV.
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A Warwick Fresher’s Travel Guide to the Local Area
Warwick University has garnered many nicknames over the years, one such nickname is “The Bubble”, on account of supposedly being a bubble isolated from the world. But, you’ll be happy to hear this isn’t that true, there are loads of places to visit and things to do around the university, student hotspots, and wider afield.
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