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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. 
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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.
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Oxford University to make changes to consent training modules

The University of Oxford has reported that 38% of new students completed its online consent training in the 2024-25 academic year, according to the latest Student Welfare and Support Services (SWSS) report.
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Oxford MP takes Ultimate Picture Palace Campaign to Parliament

The MP for Oxford East, Dame Anneliese Dodds, raised the ongoing campaign to save the Ultimate Picture Palace (UPP) on Jeune Street in parliament last Monday, urging the government to “go further” to protect “community assets like the UPP”.  
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Oxford research influences NHS decision

A study published by Oxford professors has been used to inform a clinical guideline concerning cardiovascular treatment

St Peter’s receives controversial £5million donation

St Peter's College has attracted interest in accepting a donation from senior employees in Perenco, a large oil company.

Wadham JCR electronics trashed

£3,000 of electronic equipment damaged in Wadham JCR

Oxford MP criticises pro-life adverts on Oxford buses

LIFE pregnancy centre reported to Advertising Standards after counsellor links abortion to risk of breast cancer

History special subjects restricted

Students frustrated as faculty cuts “24-capped” Special Subjects

Exeter students go on indefinite hall strike

JCR launches hall strike to protest 'ludicrous' £840 food fee

Oxford don in sexism row

Fellow of New College criticised for comments in the Financial Times

New IRA claims responsibility for Oxford bomb

“Fireball” device part of campaign against UK recruitment offices

Students protest against Oxford investments

Campaigners call for divestment from fossil fuel companies in Radcliffe Square

Future’s bright for Oxonians in spite of national trend

Almost half of UK graduates cannot find work six months after graduation, but Oxford alumni fare better

Union hosts Chelsea Manning awards ceremony

Edward Snowden praises 2014 Sam Adams Award recipient Manning in an exclusive video shown at the Oxford Union

New IRA claims responsibility for Oxford bomb threat

Scotland Yard confirms that the republican terrorist group used a recognised codeword to claim responsibility for the Army Careers parcel bomb

What does OUSU really do for Oxford students?

With Oriel JCR having recently voted to disaffiliate from OUSU, Cherwell asks what role Oxford's student union plays

Disgruntled Oxford residents form Tenants’ Union

Tenants gather at Town Hall to discuss solutions to common Oxford letting woes

Teddy Hall student impaled on fence

A Teddy Hall first year is in recovery after injuring his leg climbing over Christ Church Meadow fence

Investigation: Animal Testing

‘Vivisection’ or life-saving research? Cherwell looks at the national debate surrounding the ethics of animal testing

Fresher taken back to college by the police

Exeter classicist chants “fuck the police” on trip back from Bridge

“Foolish and dangerous” drinking craze continues

Student NekNominations grow wilder despite condemnation from both the University and OUSU

Merton JCR bans The Sun from common room

Britain’s most popular newspaper will be removed from Merton’s common room, as voted for by a majority

Magdalen bed bugs cause chaos

Bed bug infestation requires evacuation of a whole floor of first year accommodation
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