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Oriel’s Rhodes exhibition is not enough

The exhibition's portrayal of Rhodes’ actions and the Rhodes Must Fall movement are trivialising and disrespectful.

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This is Oxford’s real free speech problem

The Vice-Chancellor's Sheldonian Series reveals a university that does not want to listen to what its students have to say.

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The Vice-Chancellor’s oration lacks a story

Professor Tracey's attempt to not ruffle any feathers produced a speech full of contradictions.

Opinion Finlo Cowley -

Take it from me, there are worse things than Oxford

If you feel things are tough for you at Oxford, try to hold on to the little moments that remind you how lucky you are to be here.

Opinion Laura van Heijnsbergen -

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Opinion

Oriel’s Rhodes exhibition is not enough

This is Oxford’s real free speech problem

The Vice-Chancellor’s oration lacks a story

Take it from me, there are worse things than Oxford

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