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Is the ‘Frazzled English Woman’ the Look for Autumn?

by Kiaya Phillips September 23, 2024February 5, 2025

In Conversation with Simple: On Keeping Oxford Dancing for 26 Years

Chrissie HutchingsMar 26, 20255 min read

“Despite the threats of venue closure, rising costs and dwindling partygoers, Simple has stood firm, drawing in internationally renowned DJs to our small city, which is…

Your College Auntie: End of Term

Anonymous AuthorMar 23, 20255 min read

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Your College Auntie returns for one last time as Hilary draws to a close to round off the term by answering your most pressing Oxfesses.…

Love Letters: Goodbye Hilary!

Lucy PollockMar 23, 20254 min read

The image shows a cream envelope with a small pink heart on the seal. Behind the envelope there is a pink cloud with small pink hearts.

“As I look back on this term, all I can see are good memories.” Lucy Pollock reminisces on Hilary term, and how her worst term…

You are not a firework. You are a torchbearer.

Mili ThakrarMar 20, 20254 min read

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“The eternal fire does not explode. It endures. And so can you.” Mili Thakrar discusses the Vestal Virgins, the importance of stability and avoiding burnout.…