The Trump Administration has recently come under fire for their immigration policy related to international students studying in the United States. ICE, the federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Homeland Security, has said newly enrolled international students who are currently outside of the United States will not be allowed into the country. This…
Destinations that celebrate Black lives
The Black Lives Matter movement has gained traction not just in America, but throughout the entire world. So, if you’re interested in places that celebrate Black lives, here are some options. When this pesky Coronavirus allows us to travel again, maybe you’ll consider some of these: Montreal, Canada A beautiful and charming city, Montreal is…
‘It is undeniable that food is every Malaysian’s identity’
Malaysia is a bustling melting pot of cultures and a very unique nation in South East Asia, not only for its colourful racial and cultural diversity, but for its vast array of cuisines. It is undeniable that food is every Malaysian’s identity; speak to any Malaysian and ask them what they miss about home and…
Bhutan: the ticking time-bomb in travel?
There is always something very satisfying about finding a hidden gem, no matter what that may be. In the case of travel, there is nothing worse than arriving somewhere to find hordes of people have beat you to it, hence, one tries to beat the crowds. Enter, Bhutan: the hidden gem of Asia, which boasts…
Essex has failed students with consent education
Competent consent education is a vital part of ensuring we live in a safe and fair environment. But with an 82% increase in reports of university sexual violence last year alone, and recent national backlash over the Warwick lads group chat, is forced learning really the best choice? After criticism over their handling of sexual…
Is the key to wellbeing in culture?
As a society we are obsessed with wellbeing and happiness. Everyone has their own definition of wellbeing and their own method of striving towards it. But what if the key to happiness is in something more substantial and encompassing, say, culture? Firstly, what is happiness? This is obviously one of the most open-ended questions known…
London: where do I start?
If you aren’t local, the idea of visiting London can be daunting; there’s so much to see and do, it is difficult to know where to start. Obviously, people with different interests will want to explore different things, but there are a few sights, activities, and places that I would recommend to anyone planning a…
Beth Bacon revisits the NeverOK campaign
How do you follow up with someone that has been sexually harassed or assaulted in the LCR? There’s a number of ways that we can follow up with someone – almost all of what happens next is down to the survivor to define what they want to happen. Students can anonymously report any incident so…
Top five countries for coffee
Coffee is a must for many people, especially university students. As a barista, and self-professed coffee aficionado, my first stop in a new destination is a café, to sample the local staple and get a feel for the coffee culture of the area. Cafés are the perfect place to sit and sort through thousands of…
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