Tuesday 5th May 2026

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Oxford research changes scientists’ understanding of the development of complex life

A collaborative study by researchers from the University of Oxford’s Museum of Natural History and Oxford’s Department of Earth Science, alongside experts from Yunnan University in China, has shown that complex animal life developed earlier than previously thought. 
News Stanley Arlidge -

Honorary Degree recipients announced for 2026

The University of Oxford has announced its 2026 honorary degree recipients, with seven individuals to be conferred with degrees at the Encaenia ceremony on 24th June. 
News Ilya Rosenbaum -

University announces new Centre for Korean Studies at Schwarzman Centre opening

The University of Oxford announced plans to establish the Oxford Centre for Korean Studies, at the official opening of the Schwarzman Centre over the weekend. 
News Isaac Gavaghan -

Student societies condemn reports of Oxford Union invite to Tommy Robinson

Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, who self-identifies as Tommy Robinson, has reportedly been invited to speak at the Union's Week 5 debate on Islam.
News Ned Remington and Hattie Simpson -
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Satirical blog intensifies ‘I, Too, Am Oxford’ controversy

‘We Are All Awful’ parodies Tumblr account ‘We Are All Oxford’

‘I, Too, Am Oxford’ attracts controversy over access

Alternative blog, 'We Are All Oxford', has accused the Tumblr campaign of unfairly representing racial prejudice in the university

St Hilda’s elect first ever male Principal

St Hilda's College has elected Sir Gordon Duff as its eleventh Principal and the first man to take this position at the college

English Faculty amends course after student pressure

New Special Topic paper to be balloted amidst student concerns over new finals course

Magdalen Commemoration Ball cancelled

Magdalen cancels its 2015 Commemoration Ball after low student turnout for ball planning committee

Mayank Banerjee wins Union presidency

Banerjee beats Crawford Jamieson in an election marred by controversy

Student union in the money

OUSU has secured a 66% increase in funding from the University

Living Wage campaign gathers speed

Students across Oxford resume calls for higher pay

Military contractor invite under fire

Event cancelled after students oppose talk by controversial Aegis CEO

OUSU joins criticism of University over harassment case

Council supports open letter which expresses “concern and dismay” over the handling of a student’s death

Cam better than Ox?

Cambridge found best UK university for more subjects than Oxford

Union in pre-election controversy

Candidates have photos and manifestos defaced in the weeks before election

Exeter college receive donation from Goldman Sachs

Investment Bank donate £1.1m for hardship bursaries

Exeter Hall Boycott ends with open meeting

JCR referendum ends Hall boycott after Tuesday open meeting between students and senior management

Record-breaking months of rain sink Torpids dreams

Oxford’s most anticipated rowing event of the year cancelled after river deemed unsafe for racing

Controversy as don receives RSPCA award

Oxford researchers should not be praised for animal welfare, say activists

Oxford Radical Forum attracts record numbers

500 people attend talks by Trenton Oldfield and Terry Eagleton at weekend events held at Wadham

Oxford at forefront of BBC license fee debate

Oxford University’s Reuters Institute releases report on TV licence fee, as BBC Chief defends licence fee to Oxford Media Convention

Oxford don calls UK visa system “Kafkaesque”

Professor Timonthy Garton Ash has denounced the UK visa system as draconian and restrictive for international students

Hertford JCR doubles charity fund

Hertford JCR passes motion to increase charity budget to £1600
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