Tuesday 10th March 2026

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Oxford study to examine digital barriers for care-experienced children

A new study led by Oxford researchers will investigate the barriers to developing digital skills faced by children in the care system.

‘Our Feminism Knows No Borders’ protest on International Women’s Day 

Around a hundred protesters gathered at the Clarendon building this afternoon in an International...

Student loan reforms promised following opposition from MPs

Concerns have been voiced among MPs over the state of the student loans system...

Catherine Xu wins Oxford Union presidency for MT26

Catherine Xu running for the #TRUST slate has been elected Union President for Michaelmas...

University of Oxford takes home ‘Apprenticeship Employer of the Year’ Award

"At this year's Oxfordshire Apprenticeships Awards, the University of Oxford won the ‘Apprenticeship Employer (250+ employees) award’, and two Oxford University apprentices won or were nominated for further special awards."

Protestors demand patent waiver and climate action as G7 health ministers meet

"On Thursday June 3rd, protestors demanded the suspension of patent protection on COVID-19 vaccines, urging the G7 health ministers assembled in Oxford to “put people over profit”. Directly afterwards, the Extinction Rebellion (XR) protested to warn of the detrimental impacts of the climate and ecological emergency on global health."

“It is the details which are the horrible things”: Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss speaks at Oxford Union

“There is nothing really to see at Auschwitz anymore. It has become a tourist attraction...It has become a commercial thing, where people take photos under the sign reading Arbeit Macht Frei. My daughter went, and she said it didn’t move her because it was empty. Now you just see empty space, and you can’t imagine what it was like."

Matt Hancock challenged by Oxford student over trans healthcare

Mr Hancock was at Mansfield College for the G7 health summit, when a student challenged him over the long delays experienced by trans people trying to access support.

“Everyone’s Invited” founder Soma Sara speaks at the Oxford Union

When asked by Cherwell how we may tackle our own internalised misogyny and attitudes towards rape culture, Sara encouraged the audience to read testimonies and repeatedly “check yourself”

Modern Art Oxford launches exhibition by Oxford fellow: ‘Samson Kambalu: New Liberia’

"Modern Art Oxford (MAO) has opened a new exhibition ‘Samson Kambalu: New Liberia’ depicting the work of Oxford-based artist and writer Kambalu"

Student unions could face fines over free speech breaches

Under the new legislation, new freedom of speech and academic duties would be placed on universities and, for the first time, on student unions. Individuals would be granted a right to seek compensation through the courts if the freedom of speech duties of an institution or student union had been breached.

Chinese diplomats’ Twitter use analysed in Oxford study

The report claims that China has “significantly expanded its online public diplomacy efforts”.

EXCLUSIVE: Landmark grant scheme created at the Oxford Union

"When an incoming President is a current student, the Union will now match all University grants and governmental grants that would be received by that student were they studying, up to the cost of a Crankstart scholarship. The motion was proposed by Molly Mantle, current Librarian and student at St. Hugh’s College."

A “quiet revolution:” report outlines ongoing sustainability efforts across the University

"Oxford colleges set their own environmental targets as they are a “semi-independent entity” from the central University."

Societies condemn Oriel’s decision to not remove Cecil Rhodes statue

"“We are disappointed to hear that Oriel’s Governing Body will not be removing the Rhodes statue due to the regulatory and financial challenges involved in the process. Dismantling systemic racism in Oxford is one of the greatest challenges this university community has faced, but we believe this is no excuse for inaction… Cecil Rhodes is a symbol of colonialism, white supremacy, and racism, all of which have no place in Oriel College, nor any other part of this University.” "

Oxford University to host G7 health summit

"Attendees will discuss issues concerning antibiotic resistance, clinical trials, and global health security against future pandemics. Digital health – the intersection of technology, healthcare, and personalised treatments – will also be on the agenda."

Department of Chemistry Professor Kylie Vincent appointed first Academic Champion for Women in Entrepreneurship

"The Professor will work in her role with IDEA (Increasing Diversity in Enterprising Activities), a new initiative set up by the University which aims to reduce the barriers faced by underrepresented groups in enterprise and industry. "

Oxford LGBTQ+ society responds to OxMatch ‘homophobic’ question controversy

“In response to backlash regarding this, OxMatch released two public statements (that have since been deleted) where they attempted to justify the inclusion of the question."

Protest marks one year since murder of George Floyd and calls for removal of Rhodes statue

"The protest marked the one year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd and criticised Oriel College’s decision not to take down the High Street Statue of imperialist Cecil Rhodes."

Marquee set up in University Parks

"The marquee has capacity for 30 students, in line with government guidance. It will be open-sided and accessible, with toilets nearby. Student event organisers may bring their own food and drink or pay to have it provided by the University catering company."

“Financial Challenges:” Inside the Oriel College commission report

"The second main objection raised by Oriel college are the “financial challenges” placed by the statue’s removal. In his will, Cecil Rhodes left around 100,000 - worth around 12 million in today’s value - to Oriel college, making up “less than 2% of the value of his estate”.

EAS spent up to £250,000 employing staff to keep up with unprecedented demand

"Oxford University’s Early Alert Service spent between £200,000 and £250,000 employing external staff because existing employees were unable to keep up with demand in Michaelmas Term."

Launch of 2021 Vice-Chancellor’s Social Impact Awards

"Those who’ve made a difference deserve recognition for their achievements. Whether their contributions have been related to the pandemic, or elsewhere in the fields of research, volunteering, or campaigning, we hope that these Awards encourage students and staff to continue building relationships and looking after their neighbours going forward."

Pea plant adaptations could inform sustainable agriculture

"Oxford’s Department of Plant Sciences conducted a study on the ability of pea plants to allocate resources efficiently. ... . The researchers hope that their insights might help reduce the need for artificial nitrogen-based fertilisers.

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