Amelia Horn, Author at Cherwell

New English language test launched by Oxford University Press

The digitally-delivered test, designed for learners over 16, is the only English language test certified by the University.

UCU organises “rally” in support of suspended Ruskin College union representative

The University and College Union (UCU) described Dr Lee Humber’s alleged suspension as being “on bogus charges” and organised a protest outside the college.

University has “not taken decision” on revoking Sultan of Brunei’s honorary degree, despite pressure from SU

The student union argued that the Sultan "failed to meet" the standards of a recipient of an honorary degree from Oxford after the introduction of new anti-LGBT laws.

New almond tree on High Street will be planted “this week”

Hotelier Jeremy Mogford is funding a replacement for the beloved tree, which was removed in January.

Student “asked to leave” after bringing her toddler to Oxford talk on “Women and leadership”

Green Templeton student Ania Kordala alleged that she was told she was not allowed to bring her child to the talk on gender equality, which was given by former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard.

Cellar closure blamed on landlords “pursuing maximum profit”

A music venue charity has condemned the landlords' decision to raise the price of the tenancy at the expense of "grassroots music and artists".

Catz sign stolen in alleged “vengeance” for victory in the women’s football cuppers final

The match's losers were accused of “stealing” their opponents’ signpost at the end of term.

Oxford University student “seriously injured” in a hit and run on Iffley Road

St Hilda’s undergraduate Holly Jackson was hit while cycling and found “metres from her bike” after being knocked unconscious.

Cambridge women’s college faces criticism for decision to admit men

Lucy Cavendish announces plans to admit male students in bid to “increase access for under-represented groups”.

Ex-cricketer leaves students outraged with ‘sexist’ speech at Brasenose Sports Dinner

Several students "walked out" during Don Topley’s speech.

A special place in hell?

So I don’t blame Donald Tusk for saying they deserve a special place in hell; it could be hell that is unleashed if they get their way.

SU welcomes students responding to Gender Recognition Act consultation

The SU also made its own submission to the consultation incorporating contributions from members

Council opens new hub to tackle homelessness

The hub will be used by multiple groups focused on reducing homelessness, including St Mungo's and Crisis

A separate paper deems feminist philosophy abnormal

Students should question whether the introduction of the paper is necessarily a 'good thing'

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