Autumn Fashion at UWS!
Welcome back to yet another fabulous semester at UWS and great season of fashion. Summer has ended and Autumn has began, so, what can we expect to see this semester? Firstly, fur seems to be making a comeback everywhere you look. Whether it’s a coat or a vest, faux or real, it’s a must. Got for lighter, neutral tones like beige or caramel. Think Rachel Zoe or boho... Read More
Student of the Week #7
Rohmone’s illustrations are a burst of sweetness to the eyeballs, flowing with innocent quirkiness and abounding in bubblegum colours. His simple shapes translate to delightful wonderlands with an otherworldly feel. Read on to find out how this modern day poet nearly fell victim to a science degree. When did you start drawing? Since kindergarten. When did realise that... Read More
UK Pub: a poem
The cosy claustrophobia, Thick air and thicker walls, Chilled frosty windows, While with smug satisfaction the glittering of the coals. Cornices clutter the close ceiling, Dank intoxication soaks through, Heavy curtains drape sills and corners, Trapped warmth rises, seeping into bones. Smoky rose wallpaper, Musty, diamond patterns, The close ceiling hangs, And... Read More
Win an iPad!
EXTRA! EXTRA! As much as Degree would love to give everyone iPads we can’t afford it. (We’re poor too, remember!) So, looks like you are going to have to earn it by telling us what you would be up to at the time of the Rapture. No we aren’t weirdo 2012 Apocalypse fanatics (ok maybe a little) we just thought the end of the world would inspire some pretty wacky/extravagant/sexy... Read More
Musically Studying
Am I the only one who can study with music on? Sometimes, when you have a rather dreary book in front of you, or a large booklet of notes taken from a friend so you can highlight the living daylights out of it, you just feel the world around you is too silent. You’ve searched for this area, whether it be your room or the library, you’ve found you’re spot, but something is... Read More
The Job Hunter
This week Rebecca reviews a film made by one of our very own. The Job Hunter Directed by Saber Baluch Here at Degree, not only do we love bringing you the latest in film from around the globe, but we also love showcasing the talent that UWS has to offer. This week I am lucky enough to be able to do both! The universal struggle for independence from our parents is something that... Read More
Driving (you mad)
A cautious driver am I, I’m a “granny”, I can’t tell a lie, I don’t run red lights, Nor prompt hoon revving fights, And I don’t double park on the sly. When driving in a single lane, I’m widely viewed as a pain, The speed limit I keep, Though they shout, wave and beep, And I’m slower whenever there’s rain! There seems an insatiable need, To overtake my moderate... Read More
Album
While summer is technically over, we all know that in Australia the weather is much like a rebellious teenager – moody and late. And instead of chilly winds and brown leaves we are still basking in the sunshine of a seemingly ever-lasting summer. So with this in mind, I decided to review Girls debut album ‘Album’, as it was pretty much my musical Bible this summer. Although... Read More
Requiem Mass
No graveclothes for these graver dead But sucking mud and stealthy rain That wash the dead Smoother than Ares’ brow. No choruses or elegies for these fallen men Only the crunch of guns Clamping like serpent’s jaw Over time, and sound, and sanity. No tomb for these wandering souls Caught between Elysium and Hades First a field where children played Then a narrow strait... Read More
This.
I try to compose, but no melody comes to mind. No notes to cloud my ear – they would cover up what must be Heard. Nothing but the quiet, spoken word. Don’t break the silence, Don’t break the silence! For it will shatter and you may cut yourself upon it. And then where would you Be? I try to compose, but melodies are too clumsy – they would trample the delicate leaves as... Read More
