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Open Letter: Withdrawal of Disability Support at the University of Derby

Fri 30 May 2025

From: Independent Disabled Students Network, University of Derby

 
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Open Letter: Unibus Charges and the Impact on Disabled Students

Fri 30 May 2025

From: Independent Disabled Students Network, University of Derby

 
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The Unibus Should be Free - “It’s not looking after students; it’s not putting students first”

Mon 19 May 2025

The free unibus is no more, and students aren't happy about it. We need change and us as students want to make that happen.

 
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Summer reads you will ACTUALLY want to finish

Tue 13 May 2025

Books in waterstones stacked up on a table. Including titles such as ‘The Book Thief’, ‘Catch 22’ an

With the University year coming to a close, more free time is opening up. For the likes of us who love to read whenever we get a free minute but forever stuck on what to read next, here are some recommendations. From magical worlds to time in different cultures, there is something for everyone.

 
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Exploring Derby in 2025

Thu 13 Feb 2025

New year, new adventures! 2025 is finally here, and what better time to explore Derby than now? Whether you’ve lived here all your life or made a move to the city for University, be sure to fill your calendar with these exciting events happening in Derby this year.

 
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Relieving Stress at University

Thu 13 Feb 2025

A female presenting person sat meditating in the woods.

Second semester is here and so are deadlines, so find a way to de-stress!

 
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Derby's Favourite Christmas Song

Thu 12 Dec 2024

Music sheet reading 'Jingle Bells'

For my Christmas article, I wanted to investigate what Derby’s favourite Christmas song is. Too often the same selection of songs are repeated so I decided to make a poll with a varied choice to keep it fair and maybe highlight some hidden gems.

 
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Stories for Every Stocking — A Book Gift Guide

Thu 05 Dec 2024

A book and a warm drink in front of a Xmas tree

Happy December! We are officially entering the most wonderful time of the year. There are Christmas markets to explore, hot chocolates to drink, carols to sing and, most alarmingly, presents to wrap. The multitude of options and the thought of battling Christmas crowds can make buying gifts for your loved ones feel like an impossible task. But do not worry because if in doubt, get them a book!

 
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Non-Fiction November

Fri 29 Nov 2024

Here are five non-fiction recommendations to feed your curiosity.

 
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Phantom Newspaper - Autumn Song Recommendations

Fri 08 Nov 2024

An image of a record on a record player

When thinking of what songs I wanted to put in my Autumn song recommendations I tried to imagine the perfect songs for when it's cold and still dark outside and I'm walking through orange crunchy leaves on the floor. I also tried to think of a variety of genres so hopefully there are bits that everyone can enjoy.

 
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Phantom Newspaper - An Autumn Reading List

Fri 25 Oct 2024

An open book with an autumnal leaf resting upon it

The semester is officially in full swing, and so is autumn. From cosy fantasy to page-turning thrillers, the autumn months are made for reading. So, here are four book recommendations to add some pumpkin spice to your shelf.

 
 
 
 
 

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