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Esha shares her experience as a Co-Creator Intern at SOAS Gallery and how the experience gave her the foundational skills and confidence to pursue heritage as a career path.

Our Scholar Spotlight focuses on Jane Wanjiru Ndirangu, a Dr Mai Yamani Scholar, a first-generation university student who came to London from Kenya to pursue an MSc in Environment, Politics and Development.

Celebrate Pride Month with SOAS Library as we spotlight three LGBTQ+ books that have faced censorship and tell stories of resilience, resistance, and queer expression from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.

BA student Naisha Deora shares her experience examining racial inequity in UK higher education as part of the SOAS Equity Co-Creator Fellowship, highlighting the link between race-based exclusion and academic and admissions outcomes.

The SOAS Gallery highlights a portrait of Sir Richard Burton, inviting reflection on how museums should deal with his legacy of exploration, discovery, and controversy.

A SOAS student writes about the 2024 Indian election and its implications for democracy. The blog is based on an interview with Dr Simona Vittorini and the politics course 'Democracy and Authoritarianism in India'.

MA student Francesca Nicol examines the colonial history and ecological impact of the houseplant industry, challenging the perceived 'green' image of houseplants.

MA student Silas Lehane considers whether Saudi Arabia's 'The Line' is a 'revolution in urban living' or an example of greenwashing and humanitarian violation.

The electric car has emerged as a popular symbol of individual action against climate change. But extracting the ingredients that make up EVs is environmentally destructive and often exploits Global South and Indigenous communities.