University’s handling of key issues disappoint, EUSA plan a protest
EUSA announce a protest for 26 of February against University’s mishandling of key issues. Announced on Tuesday 20 of February, the demonstration will be in collaboration with student groups to…
The Russell Group scandal: what’s going on?
The Sunday Times has released a report which shows that UK universities are enrolling international students for lower grades and more money. The report found 15 top Russell Group universities…
University of Edinburgh student charged with sexually assaulting a schoolgirl
A University of Edinburgh student, Benjamin Whittaker, has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a schoolgirl in a holiday let in the city of Edinburgh.
Student Loans Company exploited by organised crime groups
The Student Loans Company (SLC) and the Office for Students (OfS) have detected several fraudulent student loan claims linked to franchised higher education providers. The Department for Education (DfE) has…
Edinburgh Zoo postpones famous penguin parade over avian flu fears
Until further notice, Edinburgh Zoo’s penguins will no longer partake in penguin parades. Darren McGarry commented for The Student “We are keeping the highest possible bio-security measures in place” as…
Scottish Parliament ‘sit-in’ calls on Holyrood to support South Africa ICJ submission
A Pro-Palestine sit-in is taking place in the lobby of Scottish Parliament. Protestors are urging Holyrood to support South Africa’s charges of genocide against Israel which are being discussed at…
The Student’s 2023 news roundup: fifteen stories that shook Edinburgh this year
2023 was a year full of shocking, exciting and sometimes upsetting news stories. This included everything from protests on campus to Scotland’s loneliest sheep to exposing investigations and surveys. This…
Investigation finds US students pay more at Edinburgh than other Scottish unis
An investigation conducted by The Student has found evidence that the University of Edinburgh disadvantages US students by limiting which lenders they can use when taking out private educational loans.…