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What would Skvalborg be without reise? There will be a party at lophtet please come
/Your reiseleiterie

Hi!

At the end of this week, 29-31/3, Her Tech Future will finally start! But, now you might be sitting and wondering what kind of event it is? Well, it’s LTH's biggest recruitment project! The whole event is about inviting girls and non-binary from various high schools in Sweden and inspiring them to pursue further studies at technical programs, preferably with us at LTH 😊

As this might be the first time the participants are away from home without their parents, they’re probably shy and a little scared. So we hope that you all are extra nice to the participants when they run around campus this week <3

Sincerely,
Rebecka, Julia, Sanna and Felicia
Project Group 2023

Quench your thirst and hunger after the first lectures of the reading period. Today 17:00 in Cornelis!

Today, the board will be sitting in the cafeteria between 10 am and 12 pm. We would love to hear all of your questions and opinions but a reminder is that tomorrow, Thursday, is the last day to send in motions. If you need any last help with your motions feel free to stop by.

Hugs,
The board

Two weeks ago, I posted a form where people could fill out what they thought the guild needs to improve upon in their equality plan. Overall most of the issues stem from the homogeneous nature of the guild. In a guild where the vast majority of students are cis white men there will be a need to continuously work towards creating a space for minorities, wether that be in regards to sexuality, gender identity, religion or ethnicity. We welcome any critique or suggestions on how we can do better. Below I'll link the form again where you are free to give us your thoughts.

These are some of the stuff that came up.

Using homosexuality as a comedic device:
The issue specifically regards the guilds use of homosexuality as a comedic device in recent spex installments. Although not done with any malicious intent, the practice can be seen as reinforcing stereotypes as well as ridiculing non heteronormative lifestyles. The problem has been raised with the relevant parties in an effort to make sure we, as a guild, refrain from using sexual orientation as a punchline.

Inclusion of gender non conforming students:
The guild continues to work towards becoming a more inclusive space for gender non conforming students. The work includes a push for gender neutral bathrooms which is in the works to be implemented by the house in the near future.

The affect of patriarchal structures on the academic work environment for non-cis men, as well as its affect on guild operations:
The guild acknowledges the homogenity of the organization and its members, and will work towards creating an inclusive organization despite this.

Non-binary inclusion in Freja
It was also brought up that the partner organization FREJA markets themselves as platform for women and non-binary students at F. Despite this there's been critique raised against the organizations use of terms such as tjejträffen doesn't reflect the inclusive platform that is claimed. Although FREJA is not part of the guild we hold a responsibility that the organizations we have official partnerships with are in conformance with our members values and best interests. Libu has spoken with FREJA, and chairs are aware of the issue and do reflect a genuine will to work with it and create a more inclusive space as well as encourage an open discussion on how to improve in these areas.

Send us your thoughts on the Equality of the Guild

Better late than never as we say in von Tänen (does not apply to deadlines given to presendents of the guild). Here's a teaser

To clarify:
new edition of von Tänen Friday 24/3 12:15 in the foyer of MH

Hello bus traveling guild!
This wednesday we will be sitting in the Hilbert corridor at lunch to take your payments for the trip to Denmark this Saturday (wheyyy)! Remember that if you are signed up for the event you have to pay even if you will be unable to attend so long as there is noone else who can take your spot.
-Reise23

Cellavision invites F-Guild members from the third year onward for an evening at their HQ! Get to meet the engineers behind the software of Cellavision's world-leading microscopes while witnessing a demonstration of their analyzers! Hurry up and register as the available spots are few!

Registration is available in the app: https://fsektionen.se/evenemang/1492

FNU

After a long wait, it is FINALLY time for the annual DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT!! 👻On April 2nd, the F-guild and E-guild will square off in a legendary battle at Victoriastadion from 1-3 p.m.

Gather your best players and sign up by the link down below for the most prestigious competition of the year! Registration closes next Monday, 27/3, so make sure to sign up as soon as possible! Also make sure to join the event where we later on will post important information! You do NOT want to miss this!

Link for sign up: https://forms.gle/Zb423tSmWbsLXbqE6

Link for event: https://fb.me/e/3ksqkNF4j

Because the position as Song Contest Team Leader is vacant the Ministry of Culture is now looking for new applicants. As the Song contest team leader, you have the overall responsibility to ensure that the F-guild has a contribution to the TLTH Song contest and that it is performed.

If you are interested. Do not hesitate to apply at: https://fsektionen.se/val/poster/24

//Harald