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RAG week is fast approaching....

What is RAG?

According to Wikipedia 'It is not known where the term "Rag" originates in this context, but it is thought to be from the Victorian era when students took time out of their studies to collect rags to clothe the poor. The verb "rag" means to badger or pester someone, and early Rags collectors may have "ragged" passers-by until they made a donation.' This is probably completely untrue, and there is no plan to pester passer-by for clothes.

RAG stands for Raise & Give. RAG week is a week of the year where a load of fundraising events take place, all to raise money for charity. This year's RAG week begins on Sunday 5 February, with loads of things happening throughout the following week.

What is going on during RAG week?

We have a truckload of stuff going on across our campuses - fancy dress, charity auctions, great nights out and much more! Click the tab on the right to find out what's happening where you are, keep an eye on our website homepage for news, and follow us on facebook and twitter for the latest updates.

How can I get involved?

Whether you want to participate, or attend events and donate to RAG, there are plenty of ways for you to have a great week, and all for a good cause. Our VP Activities & Events, Katie Price, is the RAG guru so if you want to find out how to maximise your involvement, get in touch with her on bsuvpae@brighton.ac.uk. To take part, just go to whatever events tickle your fancy and have fun!

Katie Price
VP Activities & Events
01273 643196
email: bsuvpae@brighton.ac.uk

Twitter: www.twitter.com/bsuactivities

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/SU-Brighton/117837431609393