A reflective conversation with Dr Grant Tapsell, Junior Proctor of the University of Oxford, on academic integrity, fairness, governance, and the role of the Proctors’ Office in safeguarding student standards & community life.
In this episode of Oxford Student Voice, Oxford SU President for Postgraduates, Wantoe T. Wantoe, speaks with Dr Grant Tapsell, Fellow of Lady Margaret Hall, Associate Professor in the Faculty of History, and Junior Proctor of the University of Oxford, about the purpose and modern relevance of the Proctors’ Office.
The conversation explores how academic integrity, due process, and fairness are upheld across examinations, student conduct, and institutional governance within Oxford’s unique collegiate structure. Dr Tapsell reflects on balancing centuries-old traditions with the evolving realities of a diverse, international student body, including digital assessments and changing academic practices.
Drawing on his experience as a historian and senior academic leader, he discusses transparency, student engagement, and the importance of partnership between the Proctors’ Office, colleges, and the Students’ Union. Together, they consider how trust, accountability, and shared values continue to shape Oxford’s academic community and its future.
