Reuben Smith, Author at The Oxford Blue

A Quick Dip into OWSS, the hidden gem of Oxford Societies

by Evie Fairclough, Freya Gray, Reuben Smith and Bethan Sheldon November 13, 2025November 12, 2025

A Quick Dip into OWSS, the hidden gem of Oxford Societies

Reuben Smith Nov 13, 2025 5 min read

‘When wandering through Port Meadow in search of aesthetics, welfare, or romance, you might come across some students more committed to this whimsical endeavor -…

The Modern Problems of an Ancient University with Dr. Matt Williams

Reuben Smith Nov 12, 2025 10 min read

Dr. Matt Williams stands in the hall of Jesus College, Oxford.

“‘Hi everyone! My name’s Dr. Matt Williams. I’m a tutor in Politics and what is known as the Access Fellow here at Jesus College at…

Risk Appetite: On Bubble Tea and Home

Reuben Smith Nov 12, 2025 5 min read

A man sits at a table alone, eating a bowl of ramen.

“In the absence of another activity, the simple invitation to get bubble tea can be an opportunity to connect over culture, over identity, and over…

Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants: a modern-day drama of stolen clothes

Reuben Smith Nov 12, 2025 5 min read

Two young sisters eating ice cream in a field.

“Sisterhood, according to Delia Ephron, is “essentially uncivilised”. I think that sums it up — two wild animals thrown together into a random family, similar…