Last Friday Bermuda had to face winds with speeds up to 110mph when hurricane Gonzalo hit its shores. The remnants of the hurricane reached Ireland on Monday night and will clear its way through the […]
The psychology of pyramid schemes: How the scammers get their way
The nationwide phone fraud affecting university students nationwide made it to the front page in last week’s issue of The Gryphon. Students were promised a £50 reward and a monthly income in exchange for taking out […]
Features | Making the most of your revision time
With exam season well and truly upon us it seems that everyone has their own opinion on how to formulate the most air-tight revision strategy. Some make use of the 24 hour opening times at […]
Features | Miley Cyrus – Yay or Nay?
From the shaven hair to the twerking, everyone is always talking about Miley Cyrus. Her new image is a far cry from her Hannah Montana days, but are her new ‘rebellious’ ways a good or […]
Features | Top ten things to do after exams
1. Relax and recover from all the exam stress by taking a nice hot bath. No matter how often your parents and friends told you “You’ll be fine!” writing exams is not a walk through […]
Features | How to Survive Christmas at Home
With only a couple of weeks left of term, a return home is imminent. Of course you’re looking forward to seeing your family and home friends, but after a whole term of freedom, home can […]
Features | Alcohol awareness: unity and units
Awareness of alcohol is more than just thinking about having a little less to drink on a weekly basis. Thousands of young people’s lives are ruined every day by alcoholism both directly and indirectly. It’s […]
News | 24 hour library access for exam periods
The Edward Boyle library will now be open 24 hours a day over exam periods. Education Officer Alice Smart said that following a trial earlier this year “the feedback from students has been overwhelmingly positive.” […]
Soc of the Week 23.11.12: East Asian Research
Presidents: Charlie Willan and Holly McKenzie Membership: £6/year Contact: ears.soc@gmail.com Regular meetings: Pub socials on Tuesday nights at Strawbs bar; Afternoon tea Wednesdays 1-3pm; Language corner on Sundays East Asian Research society, fondly known as EARS, is a […]
Soc of the Week 06.10.12: Japanese Society
President: Mary Burrows Membership: £5/ year Membership discounts: 10-20 percent off at Occasions fancy dress shop; free miso soup when you buy sushi at Sesame in the Union; discounted drinks and tickets to society events Regular meetings: Thursdays 1-3pm; […]