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The incident took place on Saturday 22nd October, when Freemasons came into the Union Bar wearing white tie during an access social with the 93% Club, Oxford University’s state-school society. This event was intended as a way for students from underrepresented socio-economic backgrounds to enjoy the Union in a less formal capacity, introducing its potential to be an accessible and welcoming space for all.

This initiative comes directly from the students, a testament to “the heart and community spirit of Hertford”, according to one student. However, this same student is frustrated that college and uni administration have not done more to address the cost of living crisis.

Broad Street is undergoing a transformative “pedestrianisation”, which will soon enter an 18-month trial period. Aiming to provide more public space for Oxford’s community,...

AJ Tracey, the West London rapper, songwriter and producer, spoke at the Oxford Union on Monday 17th October. The talk gave insight into Tracey's musical...

University College finally agreed to turn on its heating today, after refusing to do so for the first weeks of Michaelmas Term. This decision...

A cockroach infestation has taken hold in Exeter College’s off-site accommodation, affecting approximately 60 students. Access to kitchen facilities has been limited for nearly...

The rapper AJ Tracey is launching a fund to support Black and Minority Ethnic students at St Peter’s College. He hopes the fund will...

Oxford University Hindu Society (HUMSoc) recently announced the decision to make Diwali Ball alcohol free. This news has been received with mixed reactions across...

The University of Oxford blocked a £40 million rescue offer to keep St Benet's Hall open this summer. Instead it closed on 7th October...

Cherwell can exclusively reveal that during her time at Oxford, Liz Truss was involved in several damaging Student Union (OUSU) controversies, including the alleged...

As students pay their battels for Michaelmas Term, they will be faced with increased costs for accommodation as the cost of living crisis bites....

The last few months have seen an unprecedented cost of living crisis grip the country and affect all levels of society.  Rises in energy...

“Say her name!” the crowd chanted, “Mahsa. Zhina. Amini!” More and more people gathered to hear and ask questions about the issue and the protesters were more than happy to answer their questions and tell their stories.

She came to Regents forty six years ago and quickly became a fixture of college life. During that time, she won many victories for...

The Oxford-Cambridge Varsity cricket match will be played at Lord’s again after members of the Marylebone Cricket Club protested against its planned axing. In February,...

Students from St Benet’s Hall have been reallocated to other colleges and Permanent Private Halls (PPHs) across the University.  The Hall announced on 2nd June...

The Oxford Union’s termcard for Michaelmas Term 2022 promises an exciting lineup of big names and events. Ahead of its full release on Friday...

Freya Jones reports on The Oxford Period campaign for free menstrual products

Work has begun to turn busy Oxford thoroughfare Broad Street into a car-free pedestrian park complete with trees, lawns, and outdoor seating for 18...

"Oxford scored high across the board. The student to staff ratio was the lowest in the UK (10.5 to 1) and the university also ranks among the best for graduate prospects."