Ben Bradshaw, Labour candidate for Exeter, today joined striking university staff on the Streatham picket line. Speaking to Exeposé, Bradshaw confirmed his support for the “local members of the UCU union and the students who are supporting them in their strike. “I’m a trade unionist myself, and I wanted to show solidarity with people who […]
University comments on cancellation of Rowancroft-Streatham coach service
The university has commented on the cancellation of the Rowancroft to Streatham coach service. The service, which connected the St. Luke’s-adjacent accommodation and Streatham campus, closed this academic year. A University spokesperson stated: “For a short period the university operated a coach service between Rowancroft and the Streatham campus. “This academic year there are fewer […]
ExeHonestly shuts down as police investigate page for “hate incident”; the University responds
CW: racism, classism, sexism, transphobia ExeHonestly, the popular anonymous confessions page, has shut down after the University reported several posts containing Nazi propaganda to the Police. In a lengthy statement published on 6 November, the ExeHonestly admins announced their plans to delete the page, citing their poor mental health and an overwhelming workload as reasons. […]
One Hungry Student: The Traybake
Online Editor Harry Caton explores the wonders of the traybake. Let’s talk baking. Specifically, that nebulous realm of the “traybake”. A curious portmanteau of a utensil and the preferred method of its treatment, the whole enterprise implies something straightforward. Bland, even. But there’s a complexity, in both definition and make-up, that often goes ignored. How […]
Morality in the Mechanics
Online Editor Harry Caton delves into the complicated relationship between moral choices in video games and their interactive mechanics.
The Legacy of the Moon Landing
Harry Caton, Senior Online Editor, compares the legacy of Apollo 11 to controversial proprosed projects of today.
Exeter Letting Agency directing tenants to 24-month broadband contracts
An Exeter-based letting agency has been directing its student clients to broadband deals that extend far beyond their tenancy. Star Student Lettings, part of Star Property Centre, near-exclusively arranges student tenancies of a 12-month period or less. Prior to the commencement of their contracts, all tenants received an email noting “IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR MOVE-IN”. […]
Vegan outlet in Devonshire House cancelled
A plan by the Students’ Guild and vegan food retailer How on Earth to open a shop on campus has been cancelled. The proposed outlet, which would have taken the place of DH2 venue Italiano, was announced on social media by the retailer in late-July. This publicity came before the deal itself had been finalised. […]
Crossing the two hour mark: risky or revolutionary?
Online Editor, Harry Caton, weighs up the pros and cons of films that push the boundaries of typical running times.
EP Review: Missy Elliott – Iconology
Online Editor Harry Caton reviews Missy Elliott’s latest EP