Cherwell

Cherwell is a standalone newspaper primarily aimed at Oxford University students. Established in 1920, it has had an online presence since 1996. The name Cherwell comes from the nearby river, and the publication is managed by OSPL (Oxford Student Publications Ltd.), which also produces the sister publication Isis, as well as Bang! science magazine, Industry fashion magazine, and the freshers' magazine Keep Off the Grass. As one of the UK's oldest student publications, Cherwell operates independently and has served as a launching pad for numerous successful careers in journalism and business. The newspaper has its own commercial team, does not rely on university funding, and maintains independence from the student union.

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#326144

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#34403

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Concerns over University plans to halt funding for admissions tests

2 days ago | cherwell.org | Noah Robson

Plans by the University of Oxford to stop subsidising admissions test fees have been criticised in a motion set to be tabled at the first meeting of the ‘Conference of the Common Rooms’ (CCR). The University has been conducting a consultation on the proposal, which would take effect from 2026. Currently, Oxford’s own admissions tests are free for all applicants, with the costs being covered by funding from the University.
Student Union co-CEO to leave in June

1 week ago | cherwell.org | Laurence Cooke

Emilie Tapping, co-CEO of Oxford SU, announced her resignation last week, with a plan to leave in June after a year in post. Formerly CEO of Oxford Brookes Students’ Union, Tapping joined Oxford SU in June 2024 and oversaw a transformation period which produced a “flat structure” of four officer roles and a “conference of commons rooms” model.
Oxford Union votes against flying LGBTQ+ flag for Pride Month

1 week ago | cherwell.org | Noah Robson

The Oxford Union has rejected a proposal to fly an LGBTQ+ flag for Pride Month every year. President Anita Okunde had put forward the Standing Order change but the Standing Committee – made up entirely of students – voted 7-4 against the move. During a meeting today (5th May), the motion was tabled which would have required the President to fly the pride flag “throughout June every year”.
A homely solution to stress

1 week ago | cherwell.org | Morien Robertson

Essay crisis, bad tutorial, no sleep. Everyone’s had a time when you’d really rather be anywhere than Oxford. The rigorous academic attention and miniature city size mean that Oxford can feel like a bubble which you would really prefer to just burst. How can you deal with this? Let’s assume that going home is off the table – unmissable class the next day, extortionate train fares, or an overwhelming fatigue. What to do then?
Twelve points to politics: Eurovision is more than it seems

1 week ago | cherwell.org | Jan Maciejewski

It’s a little over a week until the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest, held this year in Basel, Switzerland. I don’t know about you, but I can almost smell the latex and hairspray. For many, Eurovision is an annual ritual of humiliation whereby families gather round the television on a Saturday night to scorn the nations of Europe for their questionable performances and voting patterns.
VE Day celebrations to take place across Oxfordshire

1 week ago | cherwell.org | Noah Robson

Street parties are being planned across Oxfordshire as part of a national programme of events to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day on Thursday 8th May. Celebrating 80 years of peace, Oxford City Council have encouraged residents to host street parties by waiving the road closure charge typically in place for hosting such small community events.
Sir Mo Farah and Lord Melvyn Bragg among 2025 honorary degree recipients

1 week ago | cherwell.org | Chloe Smith

Track athlete Sir Mo Farah and Lord Melvyn Bragg, author and broadcaster best known for ‘In Our Time’, are among nine recipients of honorary degrees by the University of Oxford this year. Other recipients include the former Prime Minister of New Zealand Dame Jacinda Ardern, and Clive Myrie, BBC journalist and presenter. The esteemed recipients also include Professor Serhii Plokhii, Professor Timothy Snyder, Professor Colm Tóibín, Professor Robert S Langer and Professor Erwin Neher.
Nominations open for new Student Union positions

1 week ago | cherwell.org | Noah Robson

The Student Union (SU) has announced that nominations have opened for its newly-introduced part-time officers, who will work alongside the full-time sabbatical officers. Nominations are also open for Student Trustees to sit on the SU’s Trustee Board, with terms lasting for two years. Any current student at Oxford University is eligible for nomination, with the deadline closing on Friday 9th May, before the elections are held in 4th Week.
Zero social anxiety?

2 weeks ago | cherwell.org | Ben O'Brien

If you’re anything like me, you will have often wondered what the world would be like if there was no social anxiety in it. As far as my own life is concerned, I like to imagine things would have turned out very differently. With a bit of luck, I would have been a Marvin Gaye-style R&B singer, with a string of number one hits and an enormous bank balance to show for it.
On being a fringe friend

2 weeks ago | cherwell.org | Ben O'Brien

The other day when I was scrolling through Facebook I came across something that made me feel sad inside. A friend from back home had invited me to his birthday party. He was a good friend, a close friend, a friend of many years. He promised cake, free alcohol, a small lake to swim in (the party was in a field somewhere), and a DJ. That all sounded great. Only thing was, as it turned out, I wasn’t invited to the real party.