NUS Conference: Going through the motions
University of Bristol delegate Etan Smallman entered a strange world of student politics full of factions, impassioned students and heated political debate, but where crucial decisions had to be made.
Proof reading: Is it cheating?
Bradford University has published a list of approved proofreaders, but some academics say that it's encouraging students to cheat.
Thousands of lecturers set to strike
Academics from two unions have voted to strike unless their pay is increased. Other action could also affect exams and assessment.
Czech government bans communists
The Czech Republic is set to ban a communist youth organisation. The group, a youth wing of the Communist Party of Bohemia and Moravia has been asked to abandon its ideology of revolutionary Marxism.
Students put degrees at risk by working
A new study has found that students working during term time are more than a third less likely to recieve a first or 2:1.
Beer goggles explained at last
Vitally important research of the week: Beer goggles aren't just caused by alcohol - and there's a formula to prove it.
Lincoln University marking scam claims
Tutors at Lincoln Uni were told to award marks to students who hadn't completed any coursework, a whistleblower has claimed.
Is France burning? Absolument
Riots have gripped the suburbs of France for last few weeks. Violence between police and rioters has reached dramatic levels and the French government has been in crisis. Pierre Maarek provides a view on the disturbances from France.
Southampton lab destroyed by fire
Huge explosions were witnessed at Southampton uni this morning when gas tanks exploded, destroying a building.
Lecturers lobby against Terrorism Bill
The AUT is putting pressure on MPs to change parts of the proposed anti-terror law it feels could impact on academic freedom.
Stirling students vote to back Palestinians
Students at Stirling University have voted in a referendum to support access to higher education for Palestinians. The students also voted to support a twinning scheme with Birzeit University.
NUS media awards shortlist announced
The National Student Media Awards shortlist is out, and it's been another good year for Cardiff, Oxford and York.
George Fox six found guilty
Six student protesters from Lancaster University have been found guilty of aggravated trespass after demonstrating against university links with military firms.
