Reading launches new Socialist Students group

Students at Reading have formed the university’s first branch of Socialist Students.

Initially we held a number of highly successful stalls on campus to gauge interest. The latest raised £35 and ran out of leaflets in just over an hour.

Following students’ enthusiasm at this traditionally conservative university, we held our first meeting. We examined the threats facing all of humanity, the directionless failings of capitalism and ultimately the solutions socialism puts forward.

This was followed by a wide-ranging discussion where we touched on topics such as the refugee crisis, collectivisation and the ever-present need for solidarity. We intend to build on our initial activities with weekly meetings and campaigns.

Robin Brunsdon, Reading