Creative Writing Editor, Nell Beard, digs deep into her experience volunteering with children in Bangkok, explaining what she learned, what it meant to her, and why you should consider volunteering at home or abroad.
Debut writer, Madi Holland, introduces us to her new series, The Shared Kitchen, where she’ll be giving us student-budget, student-friendly recipes that will spice up our everyday cooking.
Nour Morsy gives us her thoughts on Baby Queen’s new album, ‘Quarter Life Crisis’: from romanticising the everyday to navigating the twenties.
Nour Morsy discusses the ongoing conflict in Palestine, describing the history, current situation and what people around the world can learn.
Returning writer Millie Russell conjures up an all-inclusive book review of the first two instalments of Juno Dawson’s ‘Her Majesty’s Royal Coven’ trilogy. From social justice to magical government organisations, Millie gives queer readers two more books for their ‘TBR’ pile.
Rosie Willoughby gives her tips on making the most of your trip to the theme parks De Efteling and Phantasialand, from which airport to fly into, to top attraction picks.
Deputy Editor, Rosie Willoughby, introduces our latest series, Travels with the Stag: featuring student-friendly advice and commentary on exploring new places, starting with a widely accessible opportunity: studying abroad.
Ivy Ivanova, our Head of Marketing, investigates the new world of generative AI: the concerns, risks, and questions of how it may be used in the future.
Sustainability Editor, Matt Cockfield-Hall, shares some hopeful tips for how to not feel paralysed by the Climate Crisis.
Jodie Thompson shares her thoughts on the highly-anticipated Barbie movie, as well as its importance in today’s society.
For the last day of pride month, our anonymous author writes a poem about experiencing love through a different lens.
Millie Russell reviews and discusses two different, yet excellent pieces of queer media. One is a slow burn fantasy, the other is a familial novel.
Fancy a different kind of Zoo experience? Tomi Ogunlewe reviews the London Zoo night experience, which is available until the 28th July.
Laurel Moore introduces us to her handmade poetry anthology about nature and environmental concerns that was recently launched at an event on campus. All of the profits go to Greenpeace.
‘Nour Morsy received and reviewed ‘The Department of Conspiracy’ by Cal Georgeson, a book released in January of this year that is all about espionage, fake news, and unintended heroism’
Brandon Kartick tells us all about his experience at Ed Sheeran’s heartfelt live debut of his new album Subtract while giving us a brief history on Sheeran as an artist and the meanings behind his songs.
Emma Bleeck summarises the parties’ environmental action plans that their representatives voiced at the recent question time evening at Zero Carbon Guildford in preparation for the forthcoming council elections on May the 4th.
Emma Bleeck went to the press night of “Richard III” at the Rose Theatre and expresses her thoughts on the performance and the production’s changes to the classic play in her review.
Emma Bleeck introduces you to her favourite queer novels. Have a read if you’re looking to widen your reading list for all types of moods and genres!
Ivy Ivanova tells us about Panic! At The Disco’s concert. Being one of their last shows after announcing their disbandment, she takes us through the incredible experience of attending the concert.
Scarlett Furness introduces Surrey Voices, a society where contemporary music lovers can meet and learn to sing iconic tracks and original songs.
Caleb Berney introduces MAD Soc, where lovers of music and drama can get together and have “a space to relax and express my creativity”, without the need for previous experience.
Rosie Willoughby reviews 65, a simple action movie but which includes genuine performances by Adam Driver and Ariana Greenblatt.
Emma Bleeck watched the musical adaptation of Michael Rosen’s novel, The Unexpected Twist, at the Rose Theatre in Kingston and shares her thoughts on the production’s Oliver Twist retelling.
Letty Raby shares their experience as an autistic person, from the challenges of life without a proper diagnosis and support, to the freedom of knowing who you are and what makes you happy.
Sam Buss talks about the challenges of being a neurodiverse student, and how Neurodiversity Celebration Week provides an opportunity for discussion and destigmatisation, focusing on the celebration of differences.
Jodie Thompson shares her thoughts after watching Firedance live, a show that features Strictly‘s biggest stars, fire performers and live music.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Activity candidate Max Nugent talks about his manifesto and his plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Activity candidate Phoebe Blackmore talks about her manifesto and her plans for the future of the Union.
Sophie Chen, Vice-President of Japanese Society, tells us about the activities on offer at her society; including language sessions and cooking events.
Harry Warman, The University of Surrey Canoe Club Secretary, introduces the society which is a great community of people that not only do kayaking events together but a whole range of activities.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. Voice Zone candidate Archie Jones talks about his manifesto and his plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. Community Zone candidate Michael Yeung talks about his manifesto and his plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. Support Zone candidate Isobel Adamyk talks about her manifesto and her plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Activity candidate Dudi Zairi talks about his manifesto and his plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Activity candidate Amy Obi talks about her manifesto and her plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Support candidate Sam Traves talks about his manifesto and his plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. Presidential candidate Cemsu Senyurt talks about her manifesto and her plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Community candidate Matt Aikin talks about his manifesto and his plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Voice candidate Kiara B. Kataike-Lunani talks about her manifesto and her plans for the future of the Union.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Activity candidate Heidi Cracknell talks about her manifesto and her plans for the future of the Union.
Technical advisor Jamaal Burah gives us a history of Surrey Cube Society. Established in 2021, this is a social and thriving society based around Rubik’s cubes.
All Candidates have been offered the opportunity to write a short statement for The Stag. VP Support candidate Liam White talks about his manifesto and his plans for the future of the Union.
Annika Matthys writes her debut piece for The Stag, with an intimate and evocative look at the impact of grief on a person.
University of Surrey Karting President, Manuel Nunes, introduces us to his society – one of the most unique clubs that the uni has on offer.
Lizzy Raine, President of Surrey VetSoc, tells us about the different activities on offer to all students in her society, including Vet Sports, Vet Choir, pub quizzes and an annual Ball.
Former President of The Stag, Sharmishtha Chahande, reflects on her experience applying to the University of Surrey as an international student, and how her decision has affected her life.
Emma Bleeck offers her thoughts on the theatrical adaptation of Malorie Blackman’s novel, Noughts + Crosses, at the Rose Theatre in Kingston.
President and Vice-President, Luka Dehnbostel and Rosie Willoughby, visit The Play That Goes Wrong at the Duchess Theatre, writing a review, interviewing one of its stars, and offering students a lucky discount for tickets.
Samantha Buss introduces Yoga society, highlighting the benefits of this activity towards improving wellbeing and mindfullness, and the affordability of the membership.