Opinion Archive
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The misconceptions and neglected truths of rape
Posted on October 17, 2012 | 10 CommentsWomen's Officer Lucy Jane Drummond aims to clear up some misconceptions about rape. -
Olympic spirit felt throughout the country
Posted on September 14, 2012 | No CommentsHead of Administration & Finance Simon Leigh muses over his Olympic experiences this summer. -
Wish I Weren’t Here
Posted on May 9, 2012 | 1 CommentColm Currie talks about the more stressful side of travelling abroad, and why he wants to go home as soon as possible. -
Chris, Wats-on kids’ TV today? Noises and nonsense
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsI don’t often have occasion to watch children’s TV anymore, but during the mid-semester break, I was subjected to watching a few programmes with my younger cousins. We all know... -
The success of the Clubs & Socs Card
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsAt the start of the year, there was a lot of grumbling about the new Clubs and Societies Membership Card. By the end, not one person running for a Union position... -
Time is on their side: appreciating older pop musicians
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsOlder songwriters are often overlooked by pop music culture. They’ve already had their greatest hits released and have had their share of fame. However, these musicians shouldn’t be dismissed. Artists... -
The “gay cure” London bus advert: a Brig writer’s personal response
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsBeing gay in a deeply religious family has left me with a personal conflict I fear I’ll never overcome. The teachings of the Bible have been so deeply ingrained in... -
Cost, threat and traffic chaos mean no gold medal for London
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsIt’s less than 100 days until Olympic fever officially hits London. Masses of people will flock to our capital city to view the elite of the sporting world. While stars... -
Brig writers on… Graduation Ball.
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsEach month, we ask Brig writers their opinions on a given topic. This month: the price of the Graduation Ball. “It is too expensive for what is on offer. I... -
Falling out of love with the beautiful game
Posted on May 8, 2012 | No CommentsI recently confessed to something that, over the years, has been a source of great anguish to me. It happened in the media office. In a moment of weakness, I divulged highly personal information; something I usually keep under lock and key, patrolled by the most ardent of protectors. In a swift expression of opinion, I had abandoned my laconic facade. I had admitted to liking the sport of football.
