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Why South College? Shaan Ali Remani
Moving Away From Home Jasmine Lynton
'Must Do's' of Durham Harriet Hurley-Sweeney
The Formal Tradition Amy Shuttleworth
Balls, Balls, Balls Jake Holding
The Day It Goes Down (South Day) Jake Holding
South Sports Spencer Taylor
South Societies Maisie James
The Hill Bars Annabelle Langley, Harriet Hurley-Sweeney
The Bailey Bars Annabelle Langley, Harriet Hurley-Sweeney
Life Without Alcohol Louise Mather
South On The Map Adeline Cheung
The Durham Dictionary Mia Stevens
Durham's Best Study Spots Jasmine Lynton
Working While At Durham Phoenix Bailey
O Great Oswald, Bless Our Show Jake Holding
South On The Compass Jagoda Szalewicz
A Musical Touch Charlotte Clipston
The Nest Annabelle Langley
Winter Ball Elizabeth Kalusova
5th October 2024 | Shaan Ali Remani SCCC President (23/24), SCCS President (23/24)
Why South College?
Welcome to South College!
You’ve likely had many welcomes already (from Tim, Kye, Lynn, Jamie at reception – if you order a parcel, make sure to say hi to Jamie), but I’m here to offer a slightly different welcome.
A Short History and Geography Lesson
South College boasts a rich history of nearly 5 years and has come a long way from our humble origins in 2020. Having been founded during the pandemic, it is safe to say that student life has changed significantly since the first cohort walked through the Plaza. If you walk past the photos of our Founding Clubs opposite Tim’s office, you may notice our one-woman tennis team or our casual debating team consisting of two people – there’s a cheap joke to be made here, but I won’t stoop so low. If you do make the walk down the corridor, you’ll find South College Library at the end – use it. If you encounter Tim on your walk down – speak to him. He will be quick to tell you that the owl on our crest is a symbol of wisdom. And that he’s called Oswald because we’re situated on Mount Oswald (a much better story than John Snow’s Snow Leopard called John). Aidan Quill (your sports officer) will be quicker to tell you that the Owls are winning it all this season!
Get Involved!
You’ve probably heard this a lot. But what does ‘being involved’ mean? Here’s a non-exhaustive list: play cricket for South (definitely do this), watch Oswald’s Players perform in the Hub, use the MUGA, visit the gym, teach your flatmates and friends how to cook, go to the Nest, attend the balls. These are all fantastic ways to get involved.
Our Symbols and Traditions
Speaking of symbols, here’s a cool fact for you: our motto was originally in English but founding students wanted to maintain Durham traditions. And so, we don our Durham robes at gowned formal dinners and toast our wooden sculpture of Oswald in Latin: Libertas, Aequalitas, Civitas Totius Mundi. The wooden sculpture also has a unique origin story, involving a chainsaw and price gouging (if you volunteer at Open Days, you’ll find out more).
South provides you the opportunity to mix tradition with innovation.
Perhaps, you’re interested in the Norman Romanesque castle and cathedral. Perhaps, you’re interested in the ‘cutting-edge’ design of our Pitcairn building, which houses our college bar: the Nest. Perhaps, you’re interested in both! Whether you fancy a trip to the Pemberton Building on the Bailey which houses Durham Union debates, or a (much shorter) trip to the Nest to play pool – South has something for everyone.
Our Achievements So Far
It’s worth mentioning some of our greatest accomplishments as a college so far. Again, a non-exhaustive list: Compass Charity Fashion Show, Women’s Football Floodlit winners, Men’s Football Floodlit finalists, Oswald’s Players, Loughborough-Varsity Squash winners, York-Varsity Cue Sports winners, and we also have a rugby club too. All clubs, societies and South traditions are still in their infancy – take charge. Find a sponsor for your favourite club (speak to Kye about that – there’s some legal work involved), grow membership, make a new society. If you think South College needs a Jack Grealish Appreciation Society, go found one (and make a Ralph Taylor society while you’re at it – I’ll join).
Have Fun!
Make the most of your time here, get involved, and most importantly, have fun. South College is a place to leave your mark. Good luck, and enjoy your time at South. ∎
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