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Merle Streck

Merle Streck


Charges dropped against Bahar Mustafa after #killallwhitemen row

High profile charges have been dropped against Bahar Mustafa, after social media comments stating #killallwhitemen were discovered by her critics

South African students express outrage at proposed increase in tuition fees

Students of at least seven major universities in South Africa have protested the increase in tuition fees, resulting in police intervention and 23 arrests

UCAS to implement “name blind” applications to tackle discrimination

In order to tackle racial bias, the British government backs plans by UCAS to implement ‘name blind’ university application forms

Hong Kong’s students and academics march against Beijing assault on academic freedoms

Students and academic staff of the University of Hong Kong gathered for a silent protest to combat Beijing’s apparent encroachment on academic liberties

Homesickness among students peaks in the third week of October

Research conducted by the Association of Train Operating Companies reveals journeys booked with 16 – 25 railcards spike in the third week of October, suggesting homesickness is highest among students this week

Warwick SU backs down on decision to block speech by secular activist

Under strong public pressure, Warwick University has reversed its controversial decision to block speaker

Ignorance isn’t bliss

In the light of the biggest refugee crisis since WWII, Merle Streck discusses how the EU and Britain have proven themselves to be powerless and perhaps, heartless