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Swastikas appearance shocks numerous Brighton University students.

The appearance of a number of swastikas in Brighton university has sparked shock and discomfort among students. The symbol, adopted by the Nazi’s in the 1920s as a symbol for…

Students protest in heavy rain to support striking staff

Catharina Sofie | Staff Writer Despite the heavy rain last Thursday, students assembled on campus to march towards Sussex House, protesting against the University management’s refusal to meet the demands…

Support the Strikes, attend a Teach-out!

Beyond being a significant way to express your solidarity with striking staff, teach-outs are also a great opportunity to experience an alternative kind of learning.

New ‘Rewards and Recognition Scheme’ for Sussex students

A new ‘Rewards & Recognition Scheme’ has now been implemented by the University of Sussex Students’ Union in order to acknowledge continued efforts and development from student-led groups at the…

LGBTQ+ History Month: What’s on?

Read more about the incredible events which have taken place both on campus and in Brighton in celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month, and find out what else is on!

Breaking: Sussex student tests negative for Coronavirus

The University has now confirmed that the student removed for coronavirus testing has proven negative.

BREAKING: Sussex student taken for Coronavirus testing

This afternoon (Monday 10 February), University of Sussex students received an email from Internal Communications stating that a student on campus has been taken to hospital to be tested for…

University of Sussex partners with The Great Escape Festival

The University of Sussex has partnered The Great Escape Festival, offering students access to exclusive live events and work opportunities.

Fake Extinction Rebellion posters found in Brighton

Fake XR posters hosting white supremacist slogans have appeared in Brighton.

Interview with Professor Kelly Coate: Sussex’s 2025 Vision

News Editor Becca Bashford talks to Professor Kelly Coate, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Education and Students, about the 2025 vision for the University of Sussex.

Why We’re Striking: An Interview with Sussex Lecturers

In a joint interview, Dr Nadya Ali, Lecturer in International Relations, and Dr Arabella Stanger, Lecturer in Drama, talk to our News Editor Becca Bashford about why they have joined…

General Election Hustings hosted at the University of Sussex

The debate saw local parliamentary candidates from the Brighton area go head to head on issues such as the NHS, housing, trust in politics, local education, and of course -…

Another Wave of Strike Action to Hit Sussex Campus

Sussex University and College Union (UCU) members are among those at sixty UK universities to vote for another wave of industrial action.

Landlord from hell: Sussex student says “know your rights”

A University of Sussex student has approached The Badger with a plea that students learn their legal rights when renting.

“LGB Alliance” group accused of transphobia

A new Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual alliance group has been met with heavy criticism after their preliminary meeting in London on Tuesday 22 October.

Power outages across University of Sussex

Power went out across the University of Sussex’s Falmer campus at approximately 13:35 today, November 3. The areas affected include student accommodations and Bramber House, including Eat Central and the…

Sussex, The Sacklers, and an opioid epidemic

Becca Bashford investigates the ties between the University of Sussex and the family who have been accused of creating the opioid epidemic in the U.S. which has claimed the lives…

Sussex’s student-led campaigns making a difference right now

With over 20,000 students enrolled at the University of Sussex, it’s not surprising that many of them take an interest in changing the world around us - in fact, all…

A Feast For One and All

With Sussex having staff and students coming from more than 140 countries, there is no better option for bringing local and international students together than through food! One of the…

Studying in the UK for the first time?

Congratulations! Your hard work has paid off and you’re starting a new chapter of your life at university. Studying abroad is no mean feat and can be very stressful. Not…