The Stand
For students, by students 

Protests can take on many forms, whether that’s through demonstrations or direct institutional pressure. Student-led collectives are increasingly at the forefront of political action, advocating for social justice. Recent geopolitical events have onset a series of shocks that directly impact communities, inflicting economic and political instability - even in towns like St Andrews, despite its well-heeled reputation. This instability can often manifest as state neglect, signi

The Bubble marks a new dawn for the University of St Andrews. The evolution of this establishment has been gradual, and then all at once. From its strong religious foundation, it was known to be a Scots university for Scots. The “Wills and Kate” era then ushered in an international cohort like no other seat of learning in the country, and it has now become a cosmopolitan hub in the Kingdom of Fife. The fact that the BBC created a show about this town is the cherry on the cak

Despite autumn arriving in St Andrews somewhat later this year, it’s inevitable return has undoubtedly begun. A characteristic chill is in the air, hinting at the gale force winds and driving rain that is surely to come. Credit: Katie Stott Of course, the most undeniable evidence of the turn of the seasons is the leaves changing to their autumnal colours. Seasonal migrations have begun, with flocks of barnacle geese flying over in their military V formation. For me, autumn is

“Good luck back on the long, yellow brick road to DRA,” said my friend, who, of course, lives in Sallies, as I prepared for my 25-minute hike back. After rolling my eyes at her, I laughed because she was right; for what some may call the “unlucky” residents of David Russell Apartments, getting back from town can feel like the yellow brick road to the Emerald City. How do the people of DRA survive such an exhilarating journey, and what are the best walking paths? Credit: Spiri

It seems everyone has an opinion on The Red Gown. Some love it for its food, others hate it for its decoration. Regardless, I think it’s safe to assume that it isn't going anywhere. In a statement regarding the future of Main Bar, the Union promised that “(Wetherspoons) supports our ambition to develop this space into a vibrant, relevant hub of student life—one that is welcoming, inclusive and shaped by the needs of our students.” While the renovation of Main Bar has been the

My first year of university came with a rather horrifying realization: I could not focus on a single task for an extended period of time. I have always been a procrastinator, but even when I eventually got to work, I could barely go for forty-five minutes before looking for an excuse to take a break. Need I mention how sub-optimal this is when your deadline is only a few hours away? Credit: @pheebs on Pinterest Realising that my phone was a big part of the struggle, I started

Literature has become obsolete. Literature has become meaningless and redundant. Literature has died – and this is coming from an English student with a concerning list of books to be read. The death of literature is not a new concept. One of the earliest proponents had brought the death of the novel-form to the attention of readers as far back as in 1925. José Ortega y Gasset addresses literature’s impending death in his Decline of the Novel (1925). Other media theorists a

When Gemma Collins said, "It’s hell in there. It’s horror. You have to be a certain type of person to survive," you’d think she was talking about the dating scene in St Andrews. Hell, horror, and a pained existence encapsulate what many singletons experience here – a trilogy of suffering born not just from abstinence, but from actually going on dates. The issues are obvious. Sixty percent of students are female, so there are simply more women than men. As one student noted,

By Olivia McCormack & Eilidh Paterson In November last year, Tiny Gyms opened its first location in St Andrews. The gym is situated slightly to the west of town, just a four-minute drive from the student union. They’re also looking to open a new location in Dundee, which could be ideal for commuter students. As a new competitor to the university sports centre, what makes Tiny Gyms a worthwhile workout experience? Credit: Mike Forbes Speaking about the idea behind Tiny Gyms,

By Victoria Castro Is St Andrews Scotland’s Forks? Thanks to our (mostly) incredible weather and the surprising presence of successful twenty-year-olds and young entrepreneurs, the parallels are there. If a St Andrews student speaks as if they have lived several different lives while shining under blue sunlight, it might just be that they are a Scottish Cullen. Credits: The Sweet Savory Life Until very recently, I was one of those people who had never seen Twilight . Sure

The eroticism of the Main Library is a real thing. As much as the brutalist box of a building might seem sterile, soulless, and sterile again, some people are feeling aroused in certain circumstances. Not by the attraction to other people (although that can happen), but instead by their actions — their productivity, to be exact. This productivity stimulates eroticism in full swing. Credit: Remi Mathis Let’s consider the library’s key aim of productivity as our pleasure prin

Ezra, Valerie, and a skeleton: their future fate? (Photo courtesy of Waiting for a Hero) It’s the classic remake: take a classic show, set it in a shiny new location, include a couple of topical edits, and bam—a perfect attention getter that guarantees butts on seats. This tactic works even better when the classic in question is a staple of the second year English syllabus—and since the crossover between St Andrews English students and dedicated theatre nerds is high, chances

By Katie Stott Seeing Fred Again play live must be at the top of more than a couple of bucket lists. This is a fact which does not seem to bother the man himself. Many artists spend months alluding to tours, advertising dates, and giving fans plenty of time to plan in advance. Fred, however, announced that he was playing in Glasgow around a week before the event was to take place. Panic ensues, and after scrambling to get my hands on tickets, cancelling weekend plans and a co

By Ewan Emslie A tragic Shakespearean play transformed into an 80s camp love affair; the Mermaids Performing Arts’ adaptation of the classical tale is an energetic re-imagination of a classic. Director, Lila Patterson, breathes new life into the ageless drama by placing it into an 80s summer camp and follows the love affair of two girls in opposing teams. The thrilling blend of Old English dialogue and an easy-spirited volleyball match, introduces the audience to the quirky

For many of us at St Andrews, especially those outside the economics or management courses, the word finance conjures feelings of...

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What better place to emulate Mrs Dalloway than in our lovely St Andrews?

Last week, I had the chance to sit down with several members of The Fellowship and hear what makes this society unique to St Andrews.

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We all know that what we put in our bodies has an effect on how we feel. But what’s often overlooked is the benefits of good nutrition in...