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In a time where the job market for graduates is the worst it's ever been, Bristol based Rising Arts Agency have placed youths at the centre by announcing their new co-directors: Ellayah May Woodward Lindsey and Mitoshka Alkova. The appointment on June 17th marked the creative agency's ten year anniversary. …

By Erin O'Connor, First Year, English

The opening event for this years Lyra poetry festival was a panel on the power of poetry. Hosted by the festival's co-founder, Lucy English, the panel consisted of poets Joelle Taylor, Georgie Jones, Bertel Martin and Vanessa Kisuule.By Alex Boersma, Literature Columnist 25/26Perhaps the most crucial question discussed was why …

During a visit to Bristol to discuss her latest anthology of antiwar poetry Solastalgia, I attended a poetry workshop and a reading with Julia Nemirovskaya. Julia is a Moscow born poet, philologist and editor of three anti-war poetry anthologies dealing with responses to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. She provided …

By Tylah Hendrickson, Senior Digital Editor 26/27 Made initially as a part of Infilm Society's short film project, filmmakers Yotam Livni and Laurie Morgan were slightly ambitious with this one, hosting a separate premiere for the 42-minute long film. Looking for Laurie (2026) stars Sam Fulton portraying Yotam, escapading around …

By Lindsay Shimizu, Third year, EnglishFrom the worries of ‘tech neck’ to the invention of ‘posturemaxxing’, there’s been more and more talk about improving our posture, but here’s why I don’t think you need to fix anything. If you were ever told to stand up straighter, you were also probably …

By Lianne Ponferrada, First Year, English Literature and Classical Studies I wouldn’t say I’m ashamed to be a ‘femcel’ but ‘chronically single’ isn’t something I’d want tattooed on my forehead. But, I, among many others in the community, are tired of being constantly misunderstood.The Guardian continually misinterprets the femcel plight, …

Emma Coleman reviews this year's Met Gala looks

Feeling the final year university blues? Emma Coleman has got you covered with five nostalgic film recommendations.

By Natalie Payne, Second-Year, French, German, and Spanish If you were to stand on Woodland Road during the ten minutes between lectures, you would see swathes of Bristol students dressed head to toe in vintage or second-hand pieces. Say ‘Vinted’ three times into an Arts Complex bathroom mirror and polka …

It’s a unique experience to see a play being conceived right in front of your very eyes. On Friday 20th March I was invited to a rehearsal reading for a student play written and directed by Montague Austin. The show consisted of three actors, who for the first time would …

By Alex Boersma, Literature Columnist, 25/26In honour of World Poetry Day in March alongside people increasingly reaching for screens, poetry has had to compete for our attention in a fast moving world. As a poetry lover myself, I began to wonder if it still has a space in student's lives? …

Veterinary students and other University of Bristol staff are voicing their concerns over the quality of U2 bus services, a vital route that runs directly to the Vet School’s Langford Campus. Located 14 miles outside of the city, the Langford campus is home to numerous labs and specialised facilities for …

By Erin Disney, Second year Politics and French Spike Print Studios, situated in the iconic Spike island, houses several printmaking facilities, permanent artists and holds regular printmaking classes. In July, for its fiftieth anniversary, Spike Print are holding one of their biggest exhibitions yet with a weekend long printmaking showcase …

By Tylah Hendrickson, Arts Subeditor Last year Jack Thorne reached an astounding form of notoriety after the phenomenal Netflix mini-series Adolescence (2025), sweeping awards at the Emmys and sparking a global debate on the consequences of internet consumption amongst young boys. In the same narrative vein, his most recent adaptation …

By Lianne Ponferrada, First Year, English Literature and Classical Studies ‘If I buy these strawberries, have I unknowingly supported genocide? Oh God, is this crisp packet going to outlive me, my children, my grandchildren, and their children?’ and ‘Can I even afford the more “ethical” version?’ are some of the …

During the 1993 Nigerian election crisis, we follow two brothers, Akin & Remy (Godwin Egbo & Chibuike Egbo) as they spend the course of a day in Lagos with their estranged father, Folarin (Sope Dirisu). The film begins with this outstretched meditative sequence between the two boys as they are …

Emma Coleman explores the top tips and industry expertise from this years WiM conference

In celebration of International Women’s Day and St Patrick’s Day, it is an apt moment to revisit the powerful women who shape the landscape of Irish folklore and mythology. From formidable goddesses to legendary queens and Otherworldly figures, these stories reveal how female characters have long stood at the heart …

Back for a fourth year, Epigram's Women in Media event is set to be bigger and better than ever before!

The international booker longlist comprises 13 books, selected from 128. The conditions for consideration: the book can be originally written in any language but must have been translated into English and published in the UK or Ireland between May 2025 and April 2026. Following the longlist, a shortlist of six …

In the midst of his 4 week long performance run, I interviewed Luke Wright about his early career, adoption and latest book, Later Life Letters and watched him perform at Bristol’s Wardrobe Theatre. Luke Wright is an award winning writer, poet and performer who has curated, performed and toured 15 …

By Natalie Payne, News Reporter On Friday March 6, representatives from the Yes and No camps came together in the Balloon Bar to discuss the most important issues in the referendum on Bristol SU’s affiliation to the National Union of Students (NUS). NUS UK is a nationwide campaign network of …

Approaching this piece, having never written an interview article, seemed a daunting task. With over 30 pages of transcript to read over, all rich with information, I couldn’t imagine how I’d fit it all neatly in a way that would make it worthwhile and enjoyable for people to read. That's …

Tom Forbes talks to Sam Leith in his North London home about his new book, the changing world of journalism and our relationship with literature. Sam Leith is literary editor of the Spectator, bestselling author, host of the Spectator's book club podcast, and former judge of the Man Booker Prize …

By Megan Mclean, Fourth Year EnglishIn recent years, books have been trending. Celebrities have been pictured walking with books almost like they're a designer bag, promoting their interest in literature and casting themselves as intellectuals instead of indulging the bimbo stereotypes pushed onto a lot of women in creative industries. …

One issue will dominate this year’s SU elections: money. 41.3 per cent of students named rent prices, cost-of-living, or personal finances as their most pressing issue. The data comes from a survey conducted by Epigram of 144 students to understand what voters will have on their minds. Students will be …

By Francesca O’Connor, Second Year, English and History The history of queer representation in literature has evolved and diversified greatly over the last 250 years. This article will hone in on some of the most important texts within modern anglophone literature and consider the pivotal moments which shaped the LGBTQ+ …

By Erin O'Connor, First Year, English

By Alex Boersma, Literature Columnist, 25/26As the four year anniversary of Russia's full scale invasion of Ukraine looms, I have compiled a list of accessible Ukrainian books to encourage you to educate yourself and continue supporting the country's language, culture and heart. We must protect the Ukrainian language and culture …