Activist Peter Singer speaks out on student protests and veganism
Animal rights activist Peter Singer sits down with the Mancunion to discuss a need for greater student activism and non-violent protests despite their controversy
How Mayfield Park is turning an abandoned space into a Mancunian heartland
Mayfield Park is quickly turning a once abandoned space into a core, green part of Manchester’s urban life. But how did the site’s developers turn a once disregarded lot into a natural Mancunian paradise?
How helping an older neighbour had given me much more than a chance to volunteer
As we grow older, we grow more detached from the world, often without choice. However, Manchester tackles issues of isolation and the generational gap with its community programmes, sparking life back into the retirement years.
Six Mancunian women who made Britain
The Mancunion explores six women who lived in and around Manchester who all helped shape modern Britain, from LGBTQ+ activism to black rights.
Purple Collective: UoM students revolutionise how poetry is enjoyed
The Mancunion sat down with Purple Collective, a new group fusing jazz and poetry, finding out who they are, their future plans, and why students should care about the arts.
“If we don’t laugh, we’ll cry”: São Paulo UoM student on poverty, democracy and life in Brazil
Maju Muchon, a first-year psychology student at UoM, tells the Mancunion about the crises of poverty and democracy in Brazil, as well as how Brazilian students in Manchester are struggling with the cost of living.
“A duty to stand in solidarity”: Peter Tatchell on his LGBTQ+ activism
Peter Tatchell discusses a life dedicated to the liberation of LGBTQ+ people, including risking his own freedom when protesting in Qatar last year.
Why Withington Walls are so colourful
The Mancunion explores the history behind Withington’s colourful street art, discussing the impact it’s had on Mancunian life with its creator.
For the love of the underground: In conversation with DR3 Sounds
DR3 is an exciting part of the Manchester music scene. Made up of UoM students, they perform across the city with fusions of many different genres. The Mancunion discusses their history as a group and what they plan to do next.
Before the downfall: Catching up with the Sam Alex Occupiers
In just a few short weeks, UoM Rent Strike’s occupation has taken on wins and defeats. Before it all kicked off, we paid the Sam Alex occupiers a visit to see what was occurring before UoM intervened.
Redefining “The Safe Space”: Black Girls’ Space
Black Girl’s Space disproves orthodox notions of what safe spaces are, and what they achieve
It’s just banter: The acceptance and whitewashing of Lad Culture
Arising from the 90s Brit-Pop era, Lad Culture has been accepted and cemented itself into UK life. But what are the consequences of this? And is it just a bit of ‘banter’?
In conversation with Dick and Dom: The return of Da Bungalow
They’re back, causing mayhem live on stage, reliving the 2000s glory of ‘Dick and Dom in Da Bungalow’. We sit down with the duo to discuss success, the death of CBBC and DJing at BoomTown.
Blended and Flexible Learning explained: Under the Spotlight with Dan George
Dan George, Vice-President for blended and flexible learning, sets out the university’s new digital skills strategy and what it means for students and staff alike
“I was barely aware of my own feelings”: Fleeing China’s reign over freedom and thought
Chinese international student Emma reveals the conflicting realities of life in China, from female freedoms to relentless attainment and nationalism
“We can have a better Britain, a better world”: Under the Spotlight with Afzal Khan
Representing so many students in his constituency, Afzal Khan MP gave The Mancunion his insights into some of Manchester’s biggest issues
Ongoing resistance: Manchester shows solidarity with Iranian women
Following the brutality in Iran, we spoke to protestors outside Manchester’s Islamic Centre, uncovering their reasons for resistance and experiences in Iran.
“If you say you’re going to do something, do it”: Bev Craig
Councillor Bev Craig joins us for an interview after delivering a speech at Reclaim the Night, where she talks about the changes that the council is attempting to make.