Opinion

There’s nothing wrong with a regional accent

Accent bias remains deeply embedded in academic institutions, where a hierarchy of accent prestige continues to shape perceptions.

Opinion Chloe Pomfret -

Distance does make the heart grow fonder

Three months into my year studying abroad, I am reminded why I chose Oxford University in the first place.

Opinion Poppy Littler-Jennings -

We must separate Church and University

Financially, culturally, and quasi-judicially, the Church of England remains part of the furniture in both the city and the University.

Opinion Lilly Law -

It’s time we woke up to the failures of the NUS

The Cambridge SU's disaffiliation is a reminder that the National Union of Students is not fit for purpose

Opinion Archie Johnston -

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Opinion

There’s nothing wrong with a regional accent

Distance does make the heart grow fonder

We must separate Church and University

It’s time we woke up to the failures of the NUS

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