Monthly Archives: June 2026

A Man of the People?

Posted on 21 June 2026 by Athene Donald

In the run-up to the recent Makerfield by-election, I saw comments to the effect that Andy Burnham couldn’t be the ‘man of the people’ he claimed to be, because he had been educated at Fitzwilliam College in Cambridge. A remark … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Alex

Posted on 17 June 2026 by Richard Wintle

Alex McCulloch, 1995-2025. Music and words worth your attention. Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Victims and Perpetrators

Posted on 13 June 2026 by Athene Donald

Some readers may have noticed in the media, recent (separate) reports that two Fellows of Kings College, Cambridge, have resigned/been stripped of their fellowship due to allegations of harassment and misconduct.  I haven’t seen any particular details about the accusations, … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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In which we struggle: mental health in higher education

Posted on 12 June 2026 by Jennifer Rohn

It is no secret to anyone who works in a UK university that our students are struggling: statistics from 2010-2011 suggest nearly 6% have reported a mental health condition. Confidential surveys reveal a much higher number; for example nearly 60% … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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And so, 2025

Posted on 8 June 2026 by Richard Wintle

Once more, ten favourite photographs, this time from 2025. Continue reading → Continue reading →

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