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The University has been clear and unambiguous about the particular importance of freedom of speech, but this has to be within the law.
Chris Oldham
24 October 2023
Essex Abroad
23 October 2023
Magdalena Bochnak, who recently graduated with a BA European Studies with Politics (including a year abroad), talks about her journey on Democracy in Action.
Magdalena Bochnak
20 October 2023
Autumn Term has begun, and we’re delighted to welcome all new and returning students. Find out what we've been working on to improve library services.
Library and Cultural Services
18 October 2023
The visit was very successful in refreshing existing university partnerships and establishing new relationships.
Professor Anthony Forster
The horrifying violence in Israel and Gaza arising from the terrorist Hamas attacks in Israel is causing unimaginable suffering for those caught up in this conflict. This has impacted individuals and communities in Israel and Gaza and around the world, including on our own campuses.
16 October 2023
Activate Essex is all about being an active learner. This is a great way to understand your subject and succeed in your studies. Active learners don’t just memorise and repeat – but instead absorb, understand, apply, and succeed.
Professor Madeline Eacott
13 October 2023
Every year, in the week of 14 to 21 October, National Hate Crime Awareness Week encourages people and organisations to take a stance and active approach in tackling hate crime.
Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service
Highlighting the disabilities and challenges that may be described as either “hidden”, “invisible” or “non-visible”.
Bryn Morris
12 October 2023
A visionary artist and poet, William Blake (1757-1827) created some of the most iconic images in British Art. This blog post discusses the recent exhibition in the Albert Sloman Library which focuses on the critical stance he took against the Age of the Enlightenment with its emphasis on science and reason.
Adhithi Ravikumar
11 October 2023