Oxford Brookes plan for new student accommodation rejected again
This is now the second time such an application has been rejected, despite the recommendation of the Council’s planning officers that the Council approve the application. In 2019 a similar plan was rejected unanimously by the council, with concerns raised especially over the height of the new buildings.
Review: “The Arnolfini Portrait” by Tamsyn Chandler
"The Arnolfini Portrait was an intricate, sophisticated project with a controlled yet bold execution. Every element of sound was carefully considered, and I took great satisfaction in being guided along Jean’s journey through the various mediums of sound."
Beth Ranasinghe reviews the audio production of "The Arnolfini Portrait" by The Industry Magazine Podcast.
Review: “Orestes”//Oxford Greek Play @ the Oxford Playhouse
"The intense and nuanced performances, the queasy mix of fear and fury palpable with a small glimmer of hope, made Oxford’s Orestes a very capturing play."
Marietta Kosma reviews The Oxford Greek Play's production of Euripides' tragedy "Orestes".
Oxford student street style
Whether it be the edgy hoodie or the Keith Haring top or the khaki chinos, there is always a spark of "fashpiration" to glean from any Oxford student strutting down Broad Street.
Fast fashion means a slow death for the planet this Christmas
Kat Cooper explores the true environmental cost of high-street fashion
How to manage your work
Whether it's problem sheets or essays, here are some top tips to remember when it starts to pile on
Formals: The truth behind the tradition
An introduction to formal halls
Freshers’ Week – the highs and the lows
Honor Brocklebank-Fowler describes finding her feet during Freshers' Week
Letter To: My Incoming College Children
You will make friends, you will fit in. Plus, you always have our college family!
Lessons learned: Long-distance relationships
Long-distance may seem daunting, but it can often improve a relationship.
Is it time to think about those 0th week exams?
The vac is there to be enjoyed, but maybe the time's come to help your future self out
Different flavours in the Caribbean
The variety and intensity of Caribbean cuisine is far flung from minimalist European food
Recipe Corner: Asian-style Pesto Soba
A recipe for the perfect meal for a student in summer
Café circuit: The Society Cafe
The Society Cafe is a haven in busy Oxford