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.

How does Oxford compare nationally in SU spending?

Oxford and Cambridge collegiate systems mean less Student Union spending per head

Investigation: JCR Spending

JCRs come in all shapes and sizes, and each approaches spending in its own way. C+ investigates the variations in JCR spending allocation across Oxford

What it’s like being a JCR Treasurer

Tom Carter, Treasurer of Trinity JCR, talks about managing a JCR’s finances

How do JCRs allocate charitable spending?

C+ looks at how different JCRs approach charitable giving

Interview: Simon Amstell

Simon Amstell talks fame, philosophy, and comedy with Samuele Volpe

Interview: Anne-Marie Cockburn

Anne-Marie Cockburn wants legalization of the drugs that killed her daughter

Debate: Is Freshers’ Week all that it is cracked up to be?

Niamh McIntyre and Tom Carter argue as to whether Freshers' Week deserves its reputation as a highlight of the university year

Casualties of war: Two Syrian refugees in Istanbul

Ben Cooke recalls the sobering thoughts of two Syrian refugees he met while interrailing in the summer

Joining the Oxford Union is not for everyone

Max Leak on why Freshers should think twice before joining Oxford's famous debating society

The Sunday Mirror were in the wrong over Brooks Newmark

Tjoa Shze Hui argues that the most worrying thing about the Brooks Newmark episode is not the shenanigans of Newmark himself but the ethics of the journalist involved

The stories that rule the world

Mary Reader ponders the importance of storytelling in society and fears the inordinate power one story can have when not challenged by others

Should the rest of the UK care about Scottish independence?

With polling stations open, Tom Carter argues that the rest of the UK should treat a possible Yes vote with great alarm, not casual indifference

Debate: Should Scotland go it alone?

With the Scottish Independence referendum looming, two Oxonians from north of the border go head-to-head on the question that everyone is asking

Money or Morality – what really motivates the media?

Sian Meaney examines what the recent naked photo scandal with its focus on Jennifer Lawrence tells us about the media

The Carfax by-election should concern us all

Max Leak reacts to the backlash surrounding last week's controversial by-election in the Carfax ward of the city

New domestic abuse laws are vital and long overdue

In response to Nick Mutch's article, 'Legalising Private Relationships', Alice Nutting explains why criticising the proposed laws ignores how important they will be for victims of abuse

The Ice Bucket Challenge: Boon or bane for ALS sufferers?

Tom Posa argues that the Ice Bucket Challenge, despite the good intentions of participants, has done a disservice to ALS patients by trivialising the disease

Legislating private relationships

Nick Mutch considers the consequences of proposed legislation against domestic abuse.

Protest? What protest?

Charlotte Clark discusses the increasing importance of social media in the way we access news

Oxford the second-most expensive university for freshers?

Stan Lalanne argues that data from HSBC’s recent cost of living calculation can be misleading

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