Why I made a video about Minecraft and colonial coding: Reflections from a historian Dr Marie Rodet on what led her to examine the colonial coding in Minecraft and why we must question the stories we encode in our digital worlds.
Uncovering Shan Manuscripts at SOAS Library Jotika Khur-Yearn, Southeast Asia Librarian at SOAS, discusses his recent work on improving catalogue metadata for the library’s significant collection of Southeast Asian manuscripts, bringing these to light for international research.
Beyond plug-and-play: Sustainability as a relational practice When ‘green’ solutions are designed without connection to place and people, can they ever truly be sustainable?
Careers: From studying MA African Studies to showcasing art and culture in Uganda Dr Anna Adima shares insights into her work showcasing Uganda's art and cultural scene, her memories of SOAS and her advice for working in the cultural industry.
The art of empathy: Three stories of migration The Stories of Migration exhibition at the SOAS Gallery transforms complex research into compelling visual narratives, with empathy as the driving force behind a deeper understanding.
How do you research Afghanistan's state, society and people during a crisis? Since the revival of Taliban rule, researching Afghanistan has become increasingly challenging. A series of workshops at SOAS aims to decolonise research and cultivate spaces for scholars and practitioners working on Afghanistan and the diaspora.
Zeinab Badawi: 'You go to SOAS and you meet the world' An interview with broadcaster, journalist and SOAS President Zeinab Badawi on her career, her favourite interview and time studying for an MA in Middle Eastern Studies at SOAS.
Nature in the city: Explore London’s best parks and green spaces London is one of the greenest cities in Europe, with over 3,000 parks and green spaces. Masami has collated some of her favourite places to go to relax in nature and see wildlife, especially during the busy exam season.