Author: Joel Richardson

JK Rowling? Charles Dickens? Jane Austen? The OxStu reveals Oxford’s favourite books

Sakina Haider wonders whether volunteering abroad is in fact damaging communities rather than helping them

Claire Davis reviews Diego Marani’s stunning exploration of language, identity and belonging

As the second series draws in 11 million viewers, Katie Barron asks what is it about this costume drama that has us clamouring for more?

Matt Stokes continues his OxStu series, looking at Queen’s College and the decadent world of royal food…

Claire Davis investigates ‘Film’, the intriguing new art installation at the Tate Modern’s Turbine Hall

In the second installment of his OxStu series, Matt Stokes looks at Exeter College, its Devonian heritage and the famous Devonshire Cream Tea

Ever wondered what this ‘Made in Chelsea’ thing is? Joel Richardson dares to investigate the mysterious world of rooftop sofas and Ollie Locke’s eyebrows

With Zoe Lyons, Suzi Ruffell and Jen Brister all performing at the Glee Club later this month, we chat to them about fun, funerals and ‘dying’ on stage

Is it ok to make jokes about chavs? Sakina Haider reviews Owen Jones’ insightful but frustrating investigation

Matt Stokes begins a new series of Oxford College-inspired food. First up, All Souls…

Claire Davis asks sculptor Keith Wilson about the Oxford-Melbourne art fellowship

As the long winter nights draw in, Hugo Wallis surveys Oxford’s (paranormal) nightlife…

Andrea Jansson checks out Moulin Rouge’s classier ancestor in London

Jane Huxley-Khng offers the latest treat in OxStu’s cookery series.

Joel Richardson reviews Melissa Benn’s ‘School Wars’

Fueled by the Kindle, we chart the rise of self-publishing from fan-fic to chart-topper

Joel Richardson considers the ongoing fascination with historical fiction in all its forms.

Broccoli. Cake. But together…