RACISM is never an “isolated incident.” Instead, it’s more of a societal plague, fluttering around academia, institutions, politics, and the privatised workspace. It’s got everything to do with colonial jokes and railway jokes and it’s got everything to do with direct threats and abuse. Thus, whilst racism remains a stubborn stain permeating deep into society, […]
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The Pen from Penryn: why January could always be worse
J January is always a month that is stressful for students. You soon realise that you did absolutely no work over Christmas and that you have numerous imminent essays and exams that make up an unnervingly large proportion of your degree. As well as that, there are housing arrangements to sort out for the next […]
Exeter ‘Stands Together’ following EU referendum result
Exeter residents will ‘stand together’ in a colourful celebration of the European community this afternoon, in the aftermath of the EU Referendum result. Organised by the University’s own Lecturer in Hispanic Studies Dr Juan Garcia-Precedo, the event promises to provide a platform for speakers and debate, welcoming both Leave and Remain voters. He commented: “We all feel […]