The art world has always been shrouded in elitism. Mostly celebrating ‘high culture’, artwork historically has had little to no relation to the average person’s everyday life. In the 1950’s, however, an art movement came along that shattered this tradition. Pop art rejoiced in elements of mass culture, using imagery from popular advertisements, Hollywood films, […]
Accessible Exercise
The gym is a great place to keep fit. But it can also be expensive, time draining and simply impractical, especially as Exeter’s main gyms are situated in town, a good walk away from most student living areas. Of course, there’s the University gym, but who really wants to face Forum hill any more times […]
‘Wasted’: Festivals’ rubbish problem
We all love a good festival. The experience of being five days short of a shower, battling through mud-infused mosh-pits to get a glance at your favourite band, after a nutritious dinner at the slightly dodgy burger stall, is one not easily matched in our day to day lives. Despite the messiness, festivals are, in […]
State-educated at Exeter – the private school problem
In 2017, the Times Higher Education data revealed Exeter University to be among the top 10 of universities with the lowest percentage of state school students, compared to those from a private school background. Only 6.5% of children in the UK attend a private school, yet they make up 31.5% of Exeter University students. This […]
Live Review: Jake Bugg @ Exeter Great Hall
On Monday 12th March, Jake Bugg took to the stage of the Great Hall as a part of his solo acoustic tour. He was showcasing his most recent album Hearts That Strain, one which received a measly two stars from NME who suggested that “the Nottingham boy wonder has lost his way a little bit”. With […]