News.

COMMENDATIONS FOR STUDENTS' BRAVERY

Thu 17 May 2012

Knowledge

Four students have received police commendations after detaining a thief trying to steal a man’s laptop.

Angus Martin, Adam Gadsby, Dylan Salamon, all aged 22, and another student who cannot be named, intervened in the attack in Headingley in January.

Angus and Adam, students at Leeds University, and Dylan from Newcastle University were driving with their friend along St Michael’s Lane when they saw a man being assaulted.

The four friends chased the attacker: detaining him whilst the police arrived. A second man was detained later.

 
GET HOME SAFELY

Tue 08 Nov 2011

Knowledge

Whether it's the Nightbus, an Amber taxi or simply sticking with your mates - get home safely this Winter.

It’s the time of year for lots of celebrations, but it’s still really important to take measures so you and your friends stay safe when out and about – and especially when you’re getting home. Here's how to do it:

1. Stay with your mates. The easiest one to do; don't walk home from a night out by yourself. Stick with your mates and make sure everyone gets home alright. Keep in contact with each other - don’t just wander off and not let your friends know where you are.

2. Stay to well-lit areas. That quiet street may look calm, but it's anyone's guess who’s lurking in the dark, so stick to areas where you can see what’s what.

3. Take cheap and safe transport home.

Nightbus. The LUU Nightbus will take you right to your doorstep for just 50p. Book it from the front of the Union building with the Security staff an hour before. The timetable changes, so remember to check online or at the front of the Union. To access the timetable, go to:

www.leedsuniversityunion.org.uk/helpandadvice/healthandwellbeing/gethomesafe/

Amber Cars. Take advantage of the Amber Cars Student ID scheme to get home after dark. Call them on 0113 2311366 – keep the number in your phone – and tell them you want to pay with your student card and collect your card from LUU helpdesk the next day.

For more information: www.knowledge-leeds.co.uk

Email: knowledge@luu.leeds.ac.uk

 
REGISTER ON IMMOBILISE

Fri 18 Nov 2011

Immobilise

Registering your phone and laptop on immobilise.com is an invaluable way to recover them should the worst happen.

Registering your possessions on Immobilise greatly helps in the recovery of your property if it’s been lost or stolen. Immobilise is a FREE nationwide database that records details about individual items, meaning the owner can be much more-easily contacted once it’s recovered. 

Benefits of registration:

  • Immobilise helps police identify the owner of lost & stolen property thousands of times each day.
  • Loss & theft updates you make are immediately available to the Police nationally.
  • Combat the sale of stolen gadgets & valuables; alert the second-hand trade & publicly checkable stolen goods database CheckMEND if an item goes missing.
  • Simplify insurance claims and Police reports with certificates of ownership.
  • Great member offers from Immobilise's numerous supporters, often helping support provision of Immobilise.
  • These features are unique to the FREE Immobilise service.*

IT'S SO EASY TO REGISTER, SIMPLY VISIT www.immobilise.com

 
DON'T LET YOUR STUFF DO A RUNNER

Wed 16 Nov 2011

Knowledge

Don't blame it on the boogie

Operation Dancefloor is a West Yorkshire police initiative, bringing together the police, nightclubs, students and door staff in an effort to tackle theft in clubs.

Don’t let a thief ruin your night: keep your eye on your stuff when you’re out.

If you see anything suspicious, report it to the door staff.

For more information visit: www.westyorkshire.police.uk/dancefloor

 
CASTING CALL FOR KNOWLEDGE FILM

Wed 15 Feb 2012

Exciting opportunity for students to be part of a brand new film production.

Are you a budding actor? Looking to get experience in front of the camera? Then get in touch with Left Eye Blind, the Leeds based film company who are producing a series of brand new films for Knowledge. 

If you're interested, you need to email CVs & headshots to sara@lefteyeblind.com right now! Successful candidates will be contacted and invited to an audition, which will take place on Friday 17th February at Leeds University Union.

For more information, read the full Casting Call below:

 

Left Eye Blind Casting Call

Please all whom are interested attend the only casting day on Friday the 17th of February.

Shoot dates are 25th and 26th of February.

The majority of characters will only be required for Saturday 25th February, however a select group will be required for an additional evenings filming on Sunday 26th February.

Please send all C.V’s + Headshots to sara@lefteyeblind.com quoting the ref. number for the character(s) you wish to be considered. If selected we will be in touch with further details and audition times.

Please note that all footage will be shot in still photographs with audio running underneath. Each character must be able to hold a pose without moving and also improvise with the script for audio.

Character Breakdown

20 – 25 Extras for the party scene (Available 25/02/12) ref: extra1
(Age range – 18 -30)
A typical student house party. You will be a party goer and will be used in a number of different shots. The party will be shot in ‘bullet time’ as if all the characters have been frozen in time. You will be required to hold a pose.

4 x Males (Available 25/02/12 + 26/02/12) ref: burglary1
(Age range – 18 -25)
You will be featured getting ready to leave a house and attending a party. Looking for a range of ‘looks’ and student styles.

1 x Female (Available 25/02/12) ref: assault1
(Age range – 18 -25)
You will be playing the part of a date rape victim. This is an emotional part and you must be able to both flirt and cry on camera. Looking for attractive/cute and friendly persona.

1 x Male (Available 25/02/12) ref: assault2
(Age range – 18 -25)
This is to play the part of a sexual assaulter. We are looking for a male who has instant recognisable charm, with a confident, outgoing appeal. The ability to chat up girls but with an ulterior agenda.

1x Male (Available 25/02/12 + 26/02/12) ref:mug1
(Age range – 18 -25)
This character is more shy and vulnerable. You decide not to stay at the party. You walk the street, you are assaulted and robbed. Must be able to display fear and pain from injury after your assault.

1x Male (Available 26/02/12) ref: mug2
(Age range – 18 -30)
A typical student robber. Hooded and rough looking. You see an opportunity, no one is looking. The guy in front has valuables; you strike him from behind and take his belongings. Must be able show aggression in your face. 

 
WOODHOUSE MOOR (HYDE PARK)

Wed 16 Nov 2011

Knowledge

It's really important you don't walk through the moor in the dark.

As the clocks go back and days get darker earlier, the Moor can become a dangerous place for students walking home in the evening. The darkness and tree-cover provides a perfect hideout for prospective muggers.

However fear not, there is a way you can stay safe!

STICK TO SAFER, WELL-LIT AREAS BY GOING AROUND THE MOOR AND AVOID BECOMING ANOTHER STATISTIC THIS WINTER.