Culture

The paradox of uniformity: Who do we dress for?

Walking to chapel on a mid-winter Wednesday morning, you could almost be certain to hear a teacher’s anguished cry: “Take those hoop earrings out!” Until two years ago, my...

Must theatre be so dire? Thoughts on the “unworthy scaffold”

If 'art est celare artem' (true art is to conceal art), then theatre is pretty poor art. You ain't fooling me into thinking that's a storm.

Fashion trends: The illusion of choice

Our fashion choices emphasise how our individual styles are limited by the available market, and what fashion magazines and brands declare as ‘in style’.

Art as protest on university campuses

CW: rape. This week, Cornell University has made headlines as prosecutors reopened an investigation into...

How to Cook… Chilli Chocolate Mousse

Marc Kidson shows you how to make the perfect aphrodisiac dessert for your Valentine

How well do you know your Big Issue seller?

An in-depth look at who the homeless are, how they live, shelters in the city, and what you can do to help.

Oxford’s intellectual monogamy

Cherwell considers the merits of liberal arts education

Town v Gown Boxing Match

Find out who won this year's legendary boxing match: Oxford Uni, or Oxford City?

Interview with Jon Snow at OxFID 2010

Jon Snow talks to Antonia Tam about journalism, Haiti, and "political motivations"

Join the Debate: Are Richer JCRs Better JCRs?

Comment Team's Sam Wilton brings you a surreal and humorous take on this week's debate

The Cherwell Fashion Guide to… Literary Loveliness

Go behind the scenes at this week's fashion shoot, inspired by The Great Gatsby and other novels.

Here’s What You’ve Missed: 3rd Week

Audiences strip 'Equus' and survey 'Someone Who'll Watch Over Me'

Interview: Brendan Cole

Sarah Ventress talks to Brendan Cole about why he's not the 'bad boy of ballroom'

Blind Date: Week 4

Ex-Union Prezzie and Christ Church Psychologist meet over drinks

Scenic View: New Zealand

Hector Keate advises the enthusiastic traveller against a visit to New Zealand

The search for the gay gene

Diamanto Mamuneas investigates whether the gay gene could be passed down the generations

Fine Dining: Valentine’s Day

Conan McKenzie elaborates on the 'joy' of a romantic dinner in Oxford

Eye Candy: Flower Power

Get ahead this Spring with the new floral prints...

News Roundup: Third Week

Join Antonia and Theo for further insight into Cherwell's recent news stories

The Cherwell Fashion Guide to… Nautical Sailor Tailoring

Cherwell's Deputy Fashion Editor shows you how to wear the nautical trend for this Spring.

How to Cook… Zesty Crab Carbonara

A variation on the classic carbonara with crab, chilli and coriander which takes less than ten minutes to make...

Laying your head on the writer’s block

If you aim to be a journalist, are you destined for the gutter?

Join the Debate: OUSU Funds

OUSU President and JCR Presidents give their opinion on OUSU's troubling financial situation.

Oxford Blues Men’s Football v Nottingham Trent 27.01.10

Highlights of Oxford University Blues Football

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