Third-year English Literature and Philosophy student who is absolutely honoured to be the Co-Editor-in-Chief of Wayzgoose Magazine this year. As a writer of much fruitless poetry and rambling prose myself, I know how important a publication like Wayzgoose is: a space that recognises, amplifies and celebrates student creatives when little else does. I'm so excited to see what our brilliant team does this year.
Recommendations: The novel, The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers; the poem, The Same City by Terrance Hayes - for when you want to feel the blood in you.
I’m a third-year English student, with the rather terrifying blessing of co-running Wayzgoose Magazine for the duration of the 2023-2024 academic year. I have written for the magazine since the first term of first year; so it’s quite surreal to now be at the top. I’m excited to see what the whole team can achieve this year.
Recommendations: Lawrence Durrell’s The Alexandria Quartet & Aldous Huxley’s Point Counter Point; the film, Cinema Paradiso; the band Flyte.
I am a second year English Literature student who is delighted to be the Head Editor of Reviews this year. I’m excited to be exploring new releases all across the arts. I’ll be at the cinema regularly watching all the substandard films so that you don’t have to, while hopefully catching the odd standard one. So, if like me, you love the sound of your written voice and feel that your review needs to be read, do get in touch.
Recommendations: Phantom Thread (film); the plays of Christopher Fry
I am a 2nd year English student and novice cultural observer. I’m so thrilled to be a part of Wayzgoose and to get involved with Durham’s creative minds. I love poetry, film, fashion, and getting whimsical in the pub.
Recommendations: The 400 Blows (film, dir. By Francois Truffaut); Carolee Schneeman (artist)Areas of interest for article writing: Women’s health, social issues, student experience
I’m an English Literature student, who’s particularly interested in Old English and Epic poetry, and I’m also a Tolkien fanatic. I’m looking for short stories and poetry of any genre, and will especially enjoy anything unconventional or surprising. I’m looking forward to submissions as varied and brilliant as last year.
Recommendations: Two TV shows, Twin Peaks & Netflix’s The OA; any poetry by Geoffrey Hill.
I am a Liberal Arts finalist in History, English Literature and Visual Arts. I love writing about art and food and creativity within different environments and the responses to it. I look forward to reading and curating pieces from students and expanding the dialogue between travel, words, and art.
I am a second-year Liberal Arts student, guilty of spending too long scrolling on Instagram, but I am looking forward to putting all those hours to use! I am excited to be a part of the Wayzgoose team, providing an outlet for creativity and expression. You will probably find me in Flat White having an Iced Vanilla Latte, even in winter.
Recommendations: TikTok has provided a platform which introduces poetry into everyday life — have a look at Dan Whitlam and Sarah Goldney’s pages
I’m a Politics and International Relations student. I love to read, watch live music, and absolutely love films. I’m heading up the Nosy Goose Podcast as well as working on the reviews section.
Recommendation: Stoner by John Williams; 20th Century Women (film; dir. by Mike Mills)
I am a second-year undergraduate studying French and Politics. I’m thrilled to be part of such a funky creation as Wayzgoose this year. I’m always keen to chat about art, despite a lack of personal talent. I love international film, and just anything involving Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
Recommendations: Close (film), directed by Lukas Dhont; the album MTV Unplugged No.2.0 by Ms. Lauryn Hill
After deciding against a life of nun-hood, I though a sufficient middle ground was to study Theology whilst writing an obnoxious amount of God-related poetry after a few pints. Jokes aside, I’m really looking forward to being part of the Wayzgoose team, finding hidden literary treasures and getting stuck in.
Recommendations: PJ Harvey & Seamus Murphy’s The Hollow of the Hand; the poem “Bluebird” by Charles Bukowski
I love to absorb all sorts of culture — from art to literature, with particular interests in travel and food content (which makes the prospect of a year abroad later on hugely exciting). I’m thrilled to be joining Wayzgoose so I can both write and source articles from others, which will be a great project to keep me interested aside from my degree.
I’m a final year student studying English Literature who’s passionate about film, TV and theatre, and everything in between. I’ve been writing reviews for fun since I was twelve when I set up an Instagram account dedicated to them. Please don’t ask for the handle of that Instagram though.
Recommendations: Paddington 2 and Succession: both are about families and different kinds of bear hugs. Areas of interest for article writing: Film and TV/ Celebrity culture
I study English Literature and am also a singer-songwriter in my free time. I love reading poetry, novels, and watching films. I’ve even given script-writing a go. I am really looking forward to being a part of Wayzgoose, and sharing mine and other’s thoughts on all things musical.
Recommendation: Noah Kahan’s latest album, Stick Season, is truly a masterpiece if you love folky music, so definitely check that out.
I’m a second year Natural Science student studying Biology and Anthropology with a passion for art, despite the extent of my own artistic skills being a stickman on a good day. I love visiting exhibitions, galleries, grad shows and typically gravitate towards art that displays and discusses societal issues around the world. I cannot wait to join the Wayzgoose team this year so keep an eye out for some articles coming soon.
Recommendations: “Tate Lates”, free access to the exhibitions with live music, DJ sets, and BYOB. I also love the work of Paula Rego, especially her painting “Dog Woman.”
Areas of interest: Women’s health, social issues, student experience
