The University’s Vice Chancellor and the CEO of the Student’s Union took questions on student activism in an open meeting hosted by SU Exec Officers Elliot Briffa and Charlie Roberts
The University of Manchester has committed itself to social responsibility and an “inclusive” debate about Israel – but does this clash with its partnership with BAE Systems?
Felix Hanif-Banks looks at the state of divestment and sustainability across UK universities following UoM’s recent commitment to decarbonising its investments
Divestment has often followed successful campaigns from groups such as People and Planet and Fossil Free, but the University of Manchester is yet to commit
Sophie Marriott argues that despite a feeling of disenchantment with politics in the UK there is still a politically engaged base of youthful activists.
One protester said she was glad that prospective students touring the University got to see that students are politically aware and holding the University to account
