Opinion

The hypocrisy of Oxford academics invoking ‘academic freedom’ for Nathan Cofnas

Now, it cannot be clearer: ‘Academic freedom’ is only ever collectively invoked for those like Nathan Cofnas.

The hypocrisy of aestheticised wilderness

We seem to have been locked in an eternal attempt at domination over nature for millennia. My recent trip to Thailand shifted this into clear focus: perhaps the attempt was never really about humans over nature.

What does Pride mean to you? A reflection on identity

I was so excited to connect with the rest of the group through our shared enthusiasm and experiences. Eagerly, I contacted many other queer friends to join. Their responses would soon shock me.

Balanced by whose standards? Challenging the Pinsker Centre’s Israel policy trips

On 6th June, The Telegraph published an article outlining the abuse and criticism faced by Ben Ashworth, over his visit to Israel. The article describes the trip as “a fact-finding trip to better understand the Gaza conflict”. A closer examination of the trip itinerary, however, tells a different story.

Helen Clark: Politics and Development

Nicholas Mutch interviews the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Helen Clark, about her new role in international development

Is Oxford doing enough to combat sexual violence?

Responding to Cherwell's latest investigation, Robert Walmsley and Will Railton debate whether Oxford is doing enough to tackle sexual violence.

The power of vote spoiling

Jacob Cassani argues that vote spoiling is a more powerful act than not voting at all

‘Agony Lad’ and the perpetuation of lad culture

Katharine Bardsley laments the reinforcement of laddishness in the OxStu's Agony Lad feature

Diaoyu Islands: a tipping point?

A first-hand account of anti-Japanese rioting in Beijing and what it could mean for Sino-Japanese relations

Laura Bates: Why we still need Feminism

Harriet Smith-Hughes talks to Laura Bates about the Everyday Sexism Project

True Love Waits?

Jack Chisnall on the perils of maintaining school relationships at University.

Debate: Should Universities Fingerprint Foreign Students?

Jack Chisnall and Robert Walmsley debate the ethics of monitoring the attendance of international students in lectures.

The Sun: Distorted statistics and dangerous stigmas

George Gillett believes that the media misrepresent and misinform on matters of mental health

Profile: PD James

Nick Hilton gets advice on achieving, aging and Auden from legendary crime novelist PD James

Why I’ve decided to go Back to School

Rachel Pickering gives the lowdown on a new campaign helping to mentor younger pupils

Should we be scared of the University of London?

Robert Walmsley points to the increasing dominance of London's best universities.

Is Oxford intimidating for freshers?

Will Railton and Jack Davies debate whether Oxford is more intimidating than the average university.

Stop telling us we’re lazy

Max Long attempts to debunk the idea of Spanish idleness

Ring-fencing culture or ringing the changes?

Jane Austen's ring will stay in the UK after extensive fundraising, but is there a need to preserve all of our culture?

Grand Theft Auto: Society’s Dark Secret

Nick Hilton despairs for a society that goes wild for a realistically violent video game

Party Conference Season: A Disgrace to Democracy?

Robert Walmsley laments ineffectual party politics

An editor has to be heartless, but thoughtful too

The news that one Shark Tales participant is facing the sack, after comments published by Cherwell, raises questions about if and when student journalists should protect students' reputations

Online Learning: The world at our fingertips?

Why online learning platforms and MOOCs will revolutionise higher education - and why Oxford needs to get involved

Academic Inequality is the Result of Sexism

Sarah Pine, OUSU's Vice President for Women, argues that academic inequality is just another example of ingrained sexism.

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