The Karlovian
A media platform by PPE Students of Charles University (BA in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics)
PPE Presidential Elections Opinion Poll
As this year’s PPE Society leadership elections are fastly approaching, we cannot stress the importance of informed voting enough. With the debate just around the corner, understanding the intentions and aims of the candidates – our fellow students – is crucial. This report explores the preferences and opinions of the students prior to the debate,…
Recent Articles
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Intersectionality in University Curriculums
By: Natasha Noam Gol Intersectionality serves as an essential framework for understanding the intricate ways in which various facets of a person’s identity influence their life experiences and opportunities. This concept is particularly significant for social justice advocates, academics, and policymakers working toward a more equitable and inclusive society (Klar & Leeper, 2019). Kimberlé Crenshaw…
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Out of Spoons: Navigating Life with Chronic Illness and Neurodivergency
By: Natasha Noam Gol Ever tried explaining to someone that you’re “out of spoons”? It’s a real conversation starter. You’ll get responses ranging from “Did you check the kitchen?” to “Have you tried yoga?” (Yoga, by the way, doesn’t refill spoons. It just uses them up faster.) But for those of us navigating chronic illnesses,…
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Update on the Russo-Ukrainian war
By: Isciane Genuist On November 17th, the United States (U.S.) authorized Ukraine to use their long-range weapons for the first time on Russian territory since the full-scale invasion started. These weapons were reportedly used by Ukraine during the night of November 19th to target a military site in Russia’s Bryansk border region. Russia has accused…
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Beyond the Arena – Media and Power in Popular Culture
By: Natasha Noam Gol For those who somehow missed it, The Hunger Games is set in Panem, a world where the Capitol forces kids to fight to the death as “entertainment.” What’s fun for Capitol elites is brutal punishment for the districts, a reminder of who’s in charge. Enter Katniss Everdeen, who accidentally becomes the…
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Power, knowledge… pluralism?
By: Ivan Alieksieiev Imagine, dear students of Charles University, that right now we are standing on one of the most powerful veins of authority. Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you – there exists an indissoluble connection between Knowledge and Power. Have you ever heard the phrase, “Knowledge is Power”? The fact is, according to…
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Civilisations in ruins
It’s truly fascinating how productive one can be just staring at the ceiling. At those high hours of the night when the shadows in the corners twist in bizarre angles and presences are felt under the bed. A beguiling time to reflect upon recent events, if you ask this author. One such event is the…