Rob Wells
Rob is a third-year journalism student at the University of Lincoln, and is originally from Leicester. He also writes on his website.
Articles by Rob Wells
Uproariously-funny ‘Four Lions’ struggles with the serious
By Rob Wells on May 9, 2010
Satirist Chris Morris’s debut film ‘Four Lions’ follows four would-be suicide bombers. But while it nails the humour, it struggles to integrate the serious issues.
‘Gillian Merron’s Iraq ignorance’
By Rob Wells on May 6, 2010
Gillian Merron, former Labour MP for Lincoln, defended her reasoning for the Iraq invasion in a recent webcast with The Linc. Rob Wells takes an axe to her comments.
Why the Students’ Union?
By Rob Wells on March 29, 2010
Rob Wells, The Linc’s former news editor, critiques the Students’ Union as an institution and asks that all important question – why should anyone care about the SU?
No surprises at the Students’ Union elections
By Rob Wells on March 5, 2010
The University of Lincoln Students’ Union election results are in, and there weren’t any real surprises, with the results conforming to The Linc’s predictions.
Why you shouldn’t re-elect Charnley
By Rob Wells on March 1, 2010
Rob Wells is not impressed with Chris Charnley’s manifesto pledges this year and explains why he shouldn’t get the student vote once more.
Christian Union breaks bread with Lincoln students
By Rob Wells on February 25, 2010
The University of Lincoln’s Christian Union has been running events all week, trying to encourage other students to ask questions and talk about their faith.
Panel debates “Is PR killing real journalism?”
By Rob Wells on February 24, 2010
Journalists and spinners debated the influence of public relations on the news on February 22nd at the University of Lincoln, arguing over whether PR is killing “real journalism”.
An absence of accountability in The Agenda
By Rob Wells on February 7, 2010
Officers at the Students’ Union still do not understand the concept of accountability, and The Agenda is certainly not helping them to “tick that box”.
Police appeal for info after young man attacked on West Parade
By Rob Wells on January 8, 2010
A 22-year-old man was attacked on West Parade on Saturday, December 19th at 1am, and Lincolnshire Police need anyone with information to come forward.
Past and present Lincoln staff on honours list
By Rob Wells on December 31, 2009
Professor David Chiddick, the former vice-chancellor, and Professor Val Braybrooks, dean of the agriculture faculty, will be recognised on the New Year’s honours list.
Studenthood »
iPhone 4-ever?
June 21, 2010
With the launch of the new iPhone just around the corner, will the new smartphone do its three years of design justice?
Music »
30 Seconds To Mars to rock the Engine Shed
August 31, 2010
One of the biggest rock bands touring today are set to make a trip to Lincoln as part of BBC Radio 1’s Student Tour this October alongside DJs Zane Lowe and Fearne Cotton.
Campus Voices »
Drink driving – a cautionary tale
August 31, 2010
Darren Moss has a stark warning for motorists, as he describes being on the receiving end of an accident caused by drink driving.
Lincoln City »
Big Match Report: Rotherham 1 Imps 0
August 31, 2010
The Imps were sent crashing out of the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy at the hands of Rotherham in a tedious affair at Don Valley Stadium.
University »
Lincoln 2010 Freshers’ Week revealed
August 13, 2010
This year’s Freshers’ Week sees the likes of Radio 1 stars Zane Lowe and Greg James returning to the university, alongside a host of regular events.
Fashion »
Sex and The City: Find the film-inspired designs
June 6, 2010
With the new Sex and The City film inspiring fashonistas everywhere, The Linc narrows down the High Street’s best items inspired by the film.
