Student Spotlight: The Neurodivergent Experience
By Upamanyu Dhar Neurodivergence is a fairly new concept and an umbrella term for individuals whose brains process information atypically. This includes conditions like autism, dyslexia and ADHD among others.…
The Struggle is Real: Do Sussex Students Need a Reality Check?
Written by Bec Nicol (Features Editor) and Lucy Spencer (Staff Writer) Cosplaying Poverty: The Common People of Campus With social stratification comes a fascination with how the other half live,…
Sussex Faces Tory MP Badenoch’s Wrath
The UK’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Kemi Badenoch, hit out at the University of Sussex recently. In an interview with The Times in February, she called out…
Societies and SU Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month
Throughout February, Sussex celebrated the 19th year of the UK’s LGBTQ+ history month in both traditional and new ways. Sussex-wide celebrations commenced with an online conversation with activist and author…
Stanmer Court Recycling Goes to General Waste
For nearly six months, a sign outside both of the rubbish disposal areas for Stanmer Court accommodation states that “recycling is currently going into general waste because it’s contaminated.” The…
Brazilian Ambassador Comes to Sussex
“Brazil is back” was the slogan used by Luiz Ignácio Lula da Silva (Lula) when he was reelected President of Brazil in 2022. The Brazilian Government’s recently appointed ambassador to…
Are Sexcapades Really Needed for a Fulfilling University life?
Sex is a topic that has always got tongues wagging, whether around campfires, in club smoking areas, or behind closed doors. The intrinsic intimacy of knowing that in that moment…
Model UN Soc Takes on the (Model) World
On 23-25 February, the University of Sussex Model United Nations Society attended the London International Model UN conference (LIMUN). In LIMUN’s 25 years it has certainly built prestige, becoming Europe’s…
Student Spotlight: Oghenechovwe and Sustainability on Campus
Nigerian students are a significant part of the Sussex community. They bring a lovely energy wherever they go on campus or in the city. Oghenechovwe Okolosi (nicknamed OG) has it…
Is Our University Funding Genocide?
The University of Sussex takes pride in its recent position as the 8th most sustainable in the UK, alongside its vision to become one of the most sustainable universities in…
Does Anyone Else Feel Ugly?
There are too many attractive students. There. I said it. Young people in Brighton seem to be in relatively good shape and have decent, luscious hair or even beautifully unkempt,…
Brighton vs Sussex: Out of my League
“Whereabouts are you studying at the moment, Lucy?” asks a friend of my parents/nosey landlord/overly-friendly Uber driver. My heart sinks, knowing I’m about to rehash a conversation I’ve had about…
Society Spotlight: Zumba
Though the thought of an hour of high intensity cardio may seem somewhat daunting, when it’s accompanied by upbeat and empowering songs with Latin influences, the idea becomes slightly more…
Union Demands Proper Sick Pay for Catering Staff
The majority of catering staff in campus food facilities do not receive any sick pay for the first three days of illness, say representatives from Unite the Union. This forces…
Remaining SU Election Results Announced
Four days after the intended date of announcement, the results for the remaining Students’ Union (SU) full-time officer positions were released on 19 March at 1:30 p.m. in the Falmer…
SU Leadership Election Results Announced, Half Delayed
On 15 March at around 6pm, some of the results for the 2024-25 Students’ Union Leadership Elections were announced. The elected full-time officers for next year are Naina Bahl (Wellbeing…
SU Leadership ELections: Student Living and Sustainability Officer
On 6 March, The Badger interviewed several candidates in the Sussex Student Unions’ Leadership Elections, including those running for Student Living and Sustainability Officer. This role will involve improving the…
SU Leadership Elections 2024: Women’s Students’ Officer
On 6 March, The Badger interviewed several candidates in the Sussex Student Unions’ Leadership Elections, including those for Women’s Officer This part-time role, voluntary will involve proactively representing the rights…
SU Leadership Elections 2024: Wellbeing Officer
On 6 March, The Badger interviewed several candidates in the Sussex Student Unions’ Leadership Elections, including those for Diversity, Access and Participation Officer. This role will involve working on issues…
SU Leadership Elections 2024: Sports, Societies and Events Officer
On 6 March, The Badger interviewed several candidates in the Sussex Student Unions’ Leadership Elections, including those for Sports, Societies and Events Officer. This role will involve representing and supporting…