Bureaucratic marginalisation of queer students really still going strong, huh?
A dedicated queer space on campus has been in the works since 2018 and, more than two years down the track, is still facing issues.
As previously reported by Critic, the space was meant to open on the first floor of the University Union building near the Terrace Lounge by the end of April. It would include furniture, decorations, amenities like a kitchen space, and would provide a secure and supportive physical space for the queer community on campus.
According to Property Services Division Acting Director Graeme Marshall at time of print, “the space should still be usable the end of this month as most of the refit is finished.”
Source: University of Otago
Complex yet critical discussions to be had at conference â Wednesday, 10 March 2021 â A conference organised by the the National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies will focus on social media.
From hate speech to terrorism, regulation to misinformation, social mediaâs impact on democracy will take centre stage at a University of Otago conference this month.
New Ec(h)o Systems: Democracy in the Age of Social Media, organised by the National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies, will feature some of the worldâs leading voices involved in social media regulation, disinformation, hate speech, journalism, countering violent extremism and related domains.
Holkham Beach, Norfolk
The salt marsh, sand dunes, pine woodland, sandy beach and grazing marsh that make up Holkham is a National Nature Reserve – best known for its stunning panoramic views and varied wildlife.
Where to stay: The perfectly polished Victoria Inndata-vars-ga-gallery-id= b3c44ad6-f658-4dce-85f2-fa51a453d074 > has 20 rooms with a posh contemporary-cottage feel. Stroll through the walled rose gardens, feast on the restaurant s fresh shellfish and walk the few minutes to the golden sands of the beach.data-vars-ga-gallery-id= b3c44ad6-f658-4dce-85f2-fa51a453d074 >Porthcurno, Cornwall
With soft white sand and turquoise sea, this west Cornwall beach is practically paradise. What s more, it s set beneath the world-famous Minack Theatre – perched high on the cliffs above.