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An Investigation into the Oxford Admissions System

by Jess Taylor, Liv Ekdawi and Etienne Baker November 12, 2023November 12, 2023

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10 Halloween Film Recommendations For The Spooky Season

by Jess Taylor October 26, 2023October 26, 2023

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The Long Vac: The Cycle of Feeling Guilty

by Jess Taylor September 20, 2023September 20, 2023

Vocatio:Responsio and Rethinking the ‘Other Options’

Jess TaylorMay 14, 20254 min read

“An excellent performance […but] ultimately, Leipzig’s Other Options: Graupner & Bach fell short of fulfilling Vocatio:Responsio’s artistic aim of creating a unique concert-going experience.” George…

Life as a Visiting Student

Jess TaylorMay 14, 20259 min read

A group of students walking under the Oxford Bridge of Sighs at night.

‘Sometimes, I question whether it’s worth it. What if my family has some issues that I can’t share or help them with? And where would…

Cowley Flavors: Real Kungfu Noodle

Jess TaylorMay 13, 20255 min read

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A bowl of silky, hand-pulled noodles in fragrant beef broth, crafted with centuries-old technique, brings Northwestern China to the heart of Oxford. Carol Zhao explores…

Ovary It: Of Course I’m Angry

Jess TaylorMay 13, 20255 min read

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In the first installment of her new column, Issi Marklew discusses her experiences with menstruation and PMDD on her adolescence and student life at Oxford.