Opinion

The Greens must revive Oxford’s leftist scene

Student Greens are missing a crucial opportunity to challenge Oxford Labour Club's top spot in left wing politics at this University.

Opinion Morwenna Stinchcombe -

Dear summer school snobs, please pipe down

You might not like it, but in an era of rising financial pressures for the university sector, summer schools are not just harmless – they are essential.

Opinion Barbara Dolgova -

Embracing AI undermines academia

By facilitating copious AI usage, the University fails to deliver on its centuries-long tradition of encouraging original thought.

Opinion Emily Henson -

Let’s critique what protesters do, not who they are

I may not agree with all of their tactics, but I am grateful for those who make sure that our University is on the right side of history.

Opinion Billy Arber -

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Opinion

The Greens must revive Oxford’s leftist scene

Dear summer school snobs, please pipe down

Embracing AI undermines academia

Let’s critique what protesters do, not who they are

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