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“I’m a firm believer in the necessity of having your beliefs challenged” says York Dialectic Union president - Nouse

By Daisy Couture and Emily Stevens

In the age of social media and polarising politics, it can be difficult to find a middle ground. But the York Dialectic Union (DU) aims to promote the sharing of opinions and healthy debates. Nouse sat down with newly elected president Milo Morrod to discuss upcoming events, controversial debates and why students should get involved...

Student protest ‘a gathering of immature individuals’ say York Reform Society - Nouse

By Emily Stevens

On 1 February, students gathered in protest against Reform UK’s far-right policies on the night of the York Reform UK Society’s inaugural dinner.
The protest was sparked by the announcement that controversial Reform MP Richard Tice would be speaking at the event.
The protest against the Reform event lasted for several hours. Protesters were armed with signs which read “Stop Reform UK”, “Refugees w...

Severe cuts leaving college life “bottom of the barrel” - Nouse

By Emily Stevens

It is no secret that the University has reported serious financial cutbacks in the last year, as have several other higher education institutions across the UK. In the midst of staff and budget cuts, Nouse spoke to students, including those involved in college leadership, to learn how these changes are affecting the University’s collegiate system.
All students who spoke to Nouse have been kept ano...

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Reform society “a defection” from York Tories, says DU President - Nouse

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Emily Stevens

The last year has seen a spike in support for Reform across the UK, including amongst young people. However, Nouse has uncovered a growth in opposition to the newly formed York Reform Society.
Reform UK was formerly known as the Brexit Party and is the country’s prominent far-right political party. It was founded in 2018 but gained the most traction during the 2024 general election, where the part...

Creator of Reform Society ‘Gammon’ parody urges SU to act - Nouse

By Emily Stevens

Nouse secured an exclusive interview with the creator of a Reform parody account which gained nearly 400 followers following the ratification of the society.
This is one of two Reform parody Instagram accounts. The first posed as the official society and poked fun at Reform’s events. Their most recent post encouraged followers to turn up outside the pub where Reform would be holding their inaugura...

Universities call for changes to maintenance support - Nouse

By Emily Stevens

Universities across the UK are calling for changes to the maintenance loan system. On 4 December 2024, an open letter was sent to Chancellor Rachel Reeves on behalf of students across the country.
The letter expresses concerns about the “gaps in maintenance support”, highlighting that on average, the maintenance loan falls short by £504 a month so the proposed £414 a year increase “does little to...

Labour’s Autumn Budget 2024: How will it affect students? - Nouse

By Emily Stevens

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has released the Autumn 2024 Budget, which is the first since Labour’s landslide victory in July. But how will it impact students?
Don’t panic. Nouse has compiled a list of all the changes that will directly affect you.
National Minimum Wage will increase.
The Chancellor announced that the National Minimum Wage for 18-20-year-olds will initially be increasing by 16.3%, rai...

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“I’m a firm believer in the necessity of having your beliefs challenged” says York Dialectic Union president - Nouse

By Daisy Couture and Emily Stevens

In the age of social media and polarising politics, it can be difficult to find a middle ground. But the York Dialectic Union (DU) aims to promote the sharing of opinions and healthy debates. Nouse sat down with newly elected president Milo Morrod to discuss upcoming events, controversial debates and why students should get involved...

Review: Butch-Femme Camp at the Norman Rea Gallery - Nouse

By Emily Stevens

On Thursday 21 March, the university’s student-run Norman Rea Gallery hosted “Butch-Femme Camp”, an exhibition organised by one of Muse’s own Arts Editors, Elena Savvas, in collaboration with Butch-Femme Press. The event was advertised as “a queer extravaganza, featuring poetry, art and creative discussion”, and it certainly did not disappoint. It was a fantastic celebration of queer culture and s...

David Hockney ‘Drawing from Life’ Exhibition Review - Nouse

By Emily Stevens

As the winter break drew to a close, my family and I decided to head into London for the day to visit the David Hockney ‘Drawing from Life’ exhibition, before I returned to university. The exhibition was first opened in 2020 but was cut short after only a few weeks due to the pandemic. In 2023, it reopened at the National Portrait Gallery featuring new portraits, composed by Hockney in 2021 and 20...

About Me

I am an English Literature student and student journalist at the University of York. I have been involved in student media since my second year, when I joined Nouse, which has produced award-winning student journalism since 1964. I was elected News Editor this academic year and was previously Deputy Arts Editor. I am a passionate, organised and hard-working student journalist.

Here you will find all of my published articles compiled into one place. I have written on a wide range of topics, from arts and culture to news, and have even had the chance to interview a well-known stand-up performer. I hope you enjoy reading.