Monday 4th May 2026

Opinion

Both rags and riches: Social media is heightening Oxford’s class disparities

According to the University of Oxford’s admissions data, in 2024, 14.5% of students admitted were from the most socio-economically deprived areas in the UK. Many students at the University...
Opinion Amalia Larsson Negi -

We need to talk about Oxford’s gossip problem 

Gossiping is an innately human pastime, existing long before our generation, and a beloved...
Opinion Freya Robson -

When I met Peter Mandelson

In October 2024, during the Oxford Chancellor election, one of my responsibilities as Deputy Editor of Profiles at Cherwell was to interview Peter (then Lord) Mandelson, who was among the five frontrunners contesting the election.
Opinion Hassan Akram -

There really is no smoke without fire

Preoccupation with one’s appearance is to be expected when starting at University. New wardrobes...
Opinion Leo Jones -
Latest

OxStew: Princess Charlotte interested in Wadham degree

“I intend to use all means within my power to smash capitalism, just as soon as I can walk”

OxStew: IS hails ISIS vote of confidence over magazine name

'We thank the magazine for holding steadfast despite the unwarranted pressure to change its name'

OxStew: Council buckles in lead up to election

City Council buckles under the weight of student voter registrations

Why we should keep the Human Rights Act

Bella Sankey, Director of Policy at the human rights group Liberty responds to Jan Nedvídek's article on the Human Rights Act

Degrees of Stupidity – English

This is the second of a series of six articles each of which argues for the abolition of an Oxford degree. This week’s column seeks to explain why we would all be better off without English degrees

The problems of the new Vice-Chancellor

James Elliott on why Oxford's new Vice-Chancellor is not a godsend

Strasbourg having a say on British civil liberties

Jan Nedvídek discusses the Human Rights Act and the present Conservative discussions around whether Britain retains it

Changing perceptions towards mental health

Chris Pike on why we need to question our attitudes towards mental health and to each other

Are extracurricular activities more important than degrees?

Sara Semic and Joshua Caminiti debate what should take precedence for students at Oxford - their academic studies or their extra-curricular activities

OxStew: Terrorism expert new VC to combat leftwing students

The University has appointed a terrorism expert as the new Vice Chancellor in a bid to combat leftwing students at Oxford

International Student: Finland trying to continue its rise

Ilari Mäkelä discusses the Slush-generation in Finland and their struggle against the difficult circumstances the country faces

Brian Mulroney on neo-liberalism and elections

Omar Rana talks to the former Canadian Prime Minister about his time in office and his continued support for free market economics

Advice to potential allies of the LGTBQ community

Taisie Tsikas gives advice to potential allies of the LGTBQ community and causes, compiled by the OUSU LGBTQ campaign

Degrees of Stupidity – Theology

This is the third of a series of six articles each of which argues for the abolition of an Oxford degree. This week’s column seeks to explain why we would all be better off without Theology

How Charles Kennedy Became a Student Hero

Syed Imam discusses what it was about the recently deceased Charles Kennedy which drew so many, in particular students, towards him

Interview: Lord Falconer

Former Labour heavyweight Baron Falconer of Thorton talks Blair, Burnham and the Right to Die(t)

Keep the streets of Oxford free for the people

Serena Yagoub argues against new measures being incited against busking in Oxford

Are college balls really worth the money?

Harry Gosling and Patrick Mulholland debate whether ball prices are excessive

The International Student: Ireland’s Gay Marriage Referendum

Catherine Kelly gives her thoughts on the result of Ireland's gay marriage referendum as part of 'The International Student' column

Interview: Paul Smith

The Director of the British Council in the USA discusses soft power, nationality and identity
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