- Cambridge Proms
Dear member of Christ's
I am delighted to be able to let you know that the University's 800th
Anniversary will be celebrated through a special BBC Proms concert on 22
July at the Royal Albert Hall. The concert begins at 8.00pm and will
celebrate Cambridge's rich history of music. Sixteen College choirs will be
participating, including our College Chapel Choir, and the two soloists are
Simon Keenlyside and Thomas Trotter, both graduates of Cambridge. The
conductor, another alumnus, will be Sir Andrew Davis.
The programme includes music by Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ryan Wigglesworth,
Charles Villiers Stanford, Jonathan
Harvey, Judith Weir and Camille Saint-Saëns, all of whom have a strong
connection with Cambridge.
The programme for the evening is as follows:
• Ralph Vaughan Williams Overture - The Wasps
• Ryan Wigglesworth World Première- The Genesis of Secrecy
• Ralph Vaughan Williams Five Mystical Songs
• Charles Villiers Stanford Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in A
• Jonathan Harvey Come Holy Ghost
• Judith Weir Ascending into Heaven
• Camille Saint-Saens Symphony no. 3 (Organ)
For those unable to come to the concert, the BBC will broadcast the
Cambridge Prom concert twice on Radio 3 (the first broadcast will be live)
and make it available on BBC iPlayer for 7 days after each broadcast. The
BBC will also offer it to radio broadcasters around the world.
As this is one in the series of Proms, booking is open to the general
public, not just those with a Cambridge connection. However, it is hoped
that many Cambridge alumni will wish to attend. Further information and
details of how to purchase tickets is available at
www.bbc.co.uk/proms/2009/howtobook/information.shtml
, and advance
booking is possible via the Royal Albert Hall's website at
http://www.rahrequests.org/acatalog/BBC-PROM8.html
We are arranging a drinks reception before the concert for Christ's alumni
and their guests who are attending the concert. If you secure tickets for
the Prom, please let the Development Director, Catherine Twilley know on
cmt23@cam.ac.uk so that we can send you an invitation. Please note, though,
that numbers are strictly limited for the reception.
Catherine Twilley
Development Director
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- CADS AGM
CADS AGM:
Do you want to get involved in College Drama?
Then join the Christ's Amateur Dramatics Society committee by coming along to their AGM.
The positions which will be open are:
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Publicity Officer
Senior Researcher
Theatre Manager (x2)
Technical Director
Director of Original Writing
Webmaster
General Committee.
The AGM will take place at:
5pm Saturday 25th April in Z Basement.
Absolutely anyone is welcome, even if you have not previously been involved in CADS.
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- The Hippolytans
The Hippolytans is Christ's Women's Sporting Society, uniting and
supporting the best sportswomen throughout college. It aims to promote and
encourage female sport within college by only admitting women who play at
least two sports at Cuppers level.
However this is not just a sporting society; this is a group of talented
young sportswomen who also like to engage in a spot of dining and wining
with Cambridge's finest male talent.
At the end of the Summer Term we will be offering the opportunity for new members to join. If you are interested in joining please email the President, Rachael Stubbins (rs525), by Friday 15th May with the sport(s) you play in and out of college, any positions you hold within those teams and a couple of sentences on what you think you would add to the Hippolytans. To qualify you need to play at least two cuppers sports or partake in a sport at university level. If you don't meet the requirements, please do still apply; each application will be individually assessed by the committee. We are aware that several college sports indicate more commitment than others and similarly participating in certain university teams carries more weight.
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- CUCO
The Cambridge University Music Club presents
Cambridge University Chamber Orchestra
Varsity - "Quite simply breathtaking"
Saturday, 9th May
8:00
West Road Concert Hall,
West Road, Cambridge
O Appalachian Spring! I gained the ledge;
Steep, inaccessible smile that eastward bends
And northward reaches in that violet wedge
Of Adirondacks!
Copland - Appalachian Spring Suite
Jacob Ter Veldhuis- 'Tallahatchie' Concerto - UK PREMIÈRE
Schreker - Chamber Symphony
Saxophone- Rob Buckland
Conductor - Peter Stark
Put the textbooks down, forget the practice papers and leave a space in the revision timetable for this very exciting evening’s music.
Copland’s ballet suite moves between jubilant rhythmic play and deeply moving passages of exquisite simple beauty. Following this is the jazz inflections of Jacob TV’s concerto in its UK première performance, and the post romantic sound of Schreker’s little known gem. Peter Stark, CUCO’s principal conductor, will be joined by world-class saxophonist Rob Buckland in a very special concert, not soon to be forgotten.
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Book tickets and join the mailing list at www.cuco.co.uk
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- Inter-Collegiate Paintballing
University of Cambridge Inter-Collegiate Graduate Paintball Tournament 2009
"The Venue Hemel Hempstead, The Date .2nd May .The Competition .
The University of Cambridge Inter-Collegiate Graduate Paintball Tournament
2009!!!
This May, the very first Inter-Collegiate Graduate Paintball Tournament
commences, giving graduates the opportunity to pit their wits against
neighbouring colleges, whilst having the prefect opportunity to ease stress,
unwind and socialise with people whom they may normally not encounter.
On the day, four coaches carrying 50 people each will be arriving at the
Backs at 7:45am .to collect a total of 208 people. Upon arrival to the
center, each participant will be allocated 500 balls and the carnage will be
unleashed.
Each participant will be divided into their respective colleges, and each
college will experience a series of 9 battles in a plethora of game zones
including Black Hawk Down, Afgan fort and Mad Murphy's Jungle Attack to
determine the first ever winner of the University Graduate Paintball
Tournament!!!
Before certificates, shields and prizes are awarded and we have to go
home there will be one final battle 'The Last Man Standing Paintball
free-for-all! 208 people, one game zone one individual winner!!!
All this, including unlimited tea and coffee, for only £20 per person,
thanks to the generous sponsorship provided by the Graduate Union!! Enjoy
Contact Farhana (fa274@cam.ac.uk) if interested.
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- CUR1350
Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin University Radio is going FM
CUR1350, the student radio station for Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin Universities, was awarded a community FM licence by OFCOM (the independent regulator and competition authority for the UK communications industries) on Tuesday 17th March 2009, after broadcasting on AM wavelength to Cambridge since 2001. The station is now gearing up to re-launch as a new community radio station aimed at bringing together all students, staff, academics and alumni from both universities.
With big plans to revolutionise student life in Cambridge, CUR1350 aims to be the number one place for information for all students, from societies and sports teams to advice and up and coming events and live music. The team currently behind CUR1350 have worked closely with OFCOM and various student community groups to secure the coveted community radio licence which will see the new project launch on FM radio in Fresher's 2010. Until then, it will continue to be broadcast on 1350AM and online at www.cur1350.co.uk
This will be a very exciting time for everyone at CUR1350, from presenters and the news team, to management and the advertising team. As the station becomes a 21st Century Media Hub, it's the perfect time to get involved. For more information on how to do so, visit the CUR1350 website.
Station Manager Martin Steers was responsible for overseeing the licence application: "This is representative of all the hard work and dedication from members of the station, presenters, teams and the management committee over the last few years. A big thank you has to go out to all that has been involved past and present."
The latest round of OFCOM licensing could not have fallen at a better time, with CUR1350 celebrating its 30th Birthday. Founded in 1979, the then Cambridge University Broadcasting Society set up a series of restricted licence broadcasts from the basement of a graduate house at the city's Churchill College. Eventually reaching AM radio waves in 2001, the now "CUR1350" has grown to include the communities of Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin Universities, becoming the UK's number 1 student radio station in 2007.
Simon Ruggles, Head of Communication and Community Liaison added "Our team are extremely dedicated and are already working on providing exciting and relevant content for our community, to support the on air effort soon to be heard on FM around the city. It will be a very exciting time for us and hopefully our listeners, old and new!"
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- Big Fish Ents
A warm welcome back to Cambridge for Easter term from the Big Fish Ents Team!
Just because exams are round the corner this doesn't mean that we are going to stop providing the best student entertainment Cambridge has to offer.
We are going to be running all five of our nights throughout the whole of exam term so if you fancy a cheeky break from revision or just want to chillout then head to to see what we have organised.
You can also become a fan on facebook -
Remember that you can get your ticket online or from your college rep for all our events. To see who your college rep is visit the big fish family page on the website.
Any questions about any club night then please email me on sib@bigfishents.com
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- Tai Chi Chuan
Easter term is here and it's time to hit the books but if you're suffering under the stress of it all why not relax with some Tai Chi Chuan? Sessions cost from just £3 for a 2 hour session. That's only £1.50 per hour!!! (see website for complete pricing structure: http://www.societies.cam.ac.uk/taichi/prices.html).
The training is great for keeping up general health and fitness whilst being relaxing and, most importantly, fun. Our tri-weekly sessions include teaching the traditional hand forms that most people are familiar with as well as self defense techniques, conditioning exercises, two person drills and, for more advanced students, weapons forms. Tai Chi Chuan is an internal martial art suitable for all abilities. It teaches the art of using softness and yielding to counter an attack. Beginners are always welcome to any session and all you'll need is some comfortable clothing so what's stopping you! Come along to one of the following sessions next week and give it a try : )
Week 1 sessions: Tue 21st April: 7-9pm @ Fitzwilliam College, Reddaway Room (usually Newhall, Long Room) Thur 23rd April 7-9pm @ King's College, Chetwynd Room (usually The Shop on Jesus Lane) Sun 26th April 2-4pm @ Wolfson College, Lee Hall (usual location)
(See website for maps and complete timetable: http://www.societies.cam.ac.uk/taichi/classes.html)
In case you haven't figured this out already, more information can be found at our website: http://www.societies.cam.ac.uk/taichi/index.html. We hope to see you there soon!
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- Cambridge International Development Summit
Interested in International Development? Whether you want a career in this
area, or are simply interested in the many issues around international
development, the events held at this summit are for you. On Friday, there
is a free speaker event from Nick Dyer at DfID, on Saturday we have the May
International Development Course, and on Sunday come along to the U8
International Conference!
FRIDAY May 1st - Opening Speech by Nick Dyer (DfID)
The new policy director of the UK Department for International Development
(DfID): "How the financial crisis has affected the future of DfID policy".
SATURDAY May 2nd - International Development Course
A day of seminars and
interactive workshops. A chance to meet like-minded people and explore the
topic in depth. Workshop themes are: Conflict + Post-Conflict | Economics |
Gender | Fragile Earth | Education Venue: Law Faculty, Sidgwick Site Cost:
£10 including lunch and refreshments
SUNDAY May 3rd - U8 Conference
It's the delegates who run this day! With
space to discuss and present development research, skills workshops and
networking sessions, you can help create meaningful solutions! Cost: £9
including lunch and refreshments
For more information and for bookings, please visit www.cids2009.org.uk.
Places for some days will go fast, so please make sure you book now! A
special bargain ticket for the whole weekend costs just £16!
CIDS 2009 is organised jointly by the U8 ltd. and the Humanitarian Centre.
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- The Purpose of Existence
Trinity Hall Islamic Society in conjunction with CU Islamic Society:
'The Purpose of Existence'.
THURSDAY 23 APRIL: 6.30pm
Latimer Room, Clare College
An interesting and open discussion on the basis of faith.
What is the root of all faith?
What perception do we have of faith?
How do I know what I believe is correct?
Shaykh Faiz ul Aqtab Siddiqi has been invited to lead the discussion.
Shaykh Faiz is a Barrister who has founded several community
initiatives around the UK and internationally. He is one of the
leading voices on issues facing society today.
There will be an opportunity to speak one on one with the Shaykh about
any questions you may have about personal, belief or faith issues.
Please book an appointment by contacting us on:
07790333305
We can also be contacted by email on sa445@cam.ac.uk/ shafiqaaslam@gmail.com
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- GSEF (Global Student
Education Forum) Talks
Monday, 27th April 2009
STEVE BESWICK (Director of Education, Microsoft UK)
'The Role of Technology in 21st Century Learning'
Tuesday, 5th May 2009
BRETT WIGDORTZ (Founder and CEO, Teach First)
'Addressing Educational Disadvantage - How to Create Systemic Change'
Wednesday, 13th May 2009
TONY SMITH (Director for Education, Cambridge Education)
'Who Runs Schools in England'
Wednesday, 20th May 2009
SIMON LEBUS (Chief Executive, Cambridge Assessment)
'Are 'A' Levels Getting Easier?'
Friday, 29th May 2009
JEFFREY BEARD (Director-General, International Baccalaureate Organisation)
'21st Century Global Skills: Are Today's Educational Systems Delivering?'
Tuesday, 2nd June 2009
TONY LITTLE (Head Master, Eton College)
'The Shrinking Curriculum'
&
GSEF Chairman's Dinner
This event will take place at 6PM - before our guest speaker, Tony Little
(the Head Master of Eton College), delivers his talk, titled 'The Shrinking
Curriculum' at 7:30PM. Mr. Little has accepted our invitation to be our
guest at the dinner, with more Education-related CEOs and Directors being
invited to join us at this event too.
Not only will this event provide you with an excellent opportunity to talk
to these key figures in the field of Education directly, it will also allow
you to networking socially and professionally with other GSEF members.
Students and researchers from Oxford, Cambridge, and London (Institute of
Education), among other universities, will all be invited to attend.
Dress code: Black Tie
Menu / Cost / Venue to be announced on www.gseforum.org.
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Other guest speakers - to be confirmed:
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MARTIN REED
(President, National Union of Teachers)
PHIL BATY
(Deputy Editor, Times Higher Education)
'World University Rankings'
PROFESSOR JOHN FURLONG
(Director, Department of Education, Oxford University)
PROFESSOR MARK BRAY
(Director, International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP), UNESCO)
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All events will be held at the Kennedy Room (Cambridge Union Society -
www.cus.org) from 7:15PM to 8:30PM.
FREE for GSEF members; £3 for non-GSEF members. To become a member, simply
sign-up at www.gseforum.org/register/
Places are LIMITED. To attend any of these events, simply e-mail Natthapoj
Vincent T. (GSEF Founder and Chairman) at chairman@gseforum.org.
More details, please visit www.gseforum.org, or
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=87104193216.
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- Rethinking the Realities of the Spotless Mind
The Triple Helix Cambridge (www.camtriplehelix.com) and the Gonville & Caius Film Society present:
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"Rethinking the Realities of the Spotless Mind"
Monday 27th April 2009, 7pm
Bateman Auditorium, Gonville & Caius College
FREE ENTRY
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If you could erase someone from your mind, would you? Is it presently even possible to do this? When first released, Michel Gondry and Charlie Kaufman's critically-acclaimed 2004 film, "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind", sparked popular interest in memory reconsolidation and its applications. It also raised questions on how neuropsychiatry could
potentially change the way we view ourselves and our minds.
Dr Amy Milton from the Department of Experimental Psychology and Behavioural & Clinical Neuroscience Institute, University of Cambridge will be discussing her research interests in this area. Her brief talk will be followed by the screening of "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind". An informal Q&A session will be held after the event, over refreshments.
We look forward to welcoming you!
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- Work at Trinity May Ball
WANT TO WORK AT TRINITY MAY BALL?
The First and Third Trinity May Ball is to be held on Monday 15th June 2009. Most of our slots to work on the night have been filled; however, there are still spaces left for Recycling, in conjunction with CBSP. Do your bit for the environment and earn some cash for your time! Pay is £30 for the second half (1.30am to 7.30am) or £60 for the whole night (7.30pm to 7.30am) (or £32/£64 if you're over 22!).
We are also still recruiting set up and clear up workers. You can work as many or as few hours as you like and pay is £5.50/hour - a great way to offset the cost of your other Ball tickets/May Week festivities!
Please contact Kristina on personnel@trinityball.co.uk if you are interested in any of these positions.
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- Cambridge International Development Summit
CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT 1st- 3rd May TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE! Interested in International Development? Whether you want a career in this area, or are simply interested in the many issues around international development, the events held at this summit are for you. On Friday, there is a free speaker event from Nick Dyer at DfID, on Saturday we have the May International Development Course, and on Sunday come along to the U8 International Conference!
FRIDAY May 1st - Opening Speech by Nick Dyer (DfID)
The new policy director of the UK Department for International Development
(DfID): "How the financial crisis has affected the future of DfID policy".
SATURDAY May 2nd - International Development Course A day of seminars and interactive workshops. A chance to meet like-minded people and explore the topic in depth. Workshop themes are: Conflict + Post-Conflict | Economics | Gender | Fragile Earth | Education Contributors include Tony Juniper, Dr Larry King, Justice Africa, Concordis, Wateraid and the Aegis Trust. For a full programme see www.cids2009.org.uk Venue: Law Faculty, Sidgwick Site Cost: £10 including lunch and refreshments
SUNDAY May 3rd - U8 Conference It's the delegates who run this day! With space to discuss and present development research, skills workshops and networking sessions, you can help create meaningful solutions! Cost: £9 including lunch and refreshments
For more information and for bookings, please visit www.cids2009.org.uk. Places for some days will go fast, so please make sure you book now! A special bargain ticket for the whole weekend costs just £16!
CIDS 2009 is organised jointly by the U8 ltd. and the Humanitarian Centre.
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- CU Save the Children
Save the Children Cambridge is looking for commitee memebers to help set up a student society in Cambridge this year. Essentially, Save the Children is an independent non-profit organisation involved in helping children in poverty and in need aroundthe world as well as within the UK. It campaigns to improve the quality of children's lives by dealing with issues such aschildren's rights, poverty and child abuse, often in areas where there are war and conflict.
The positions available are:
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Event Management Officer X 2
Public Relations Officer
Fundraising Officer X 2
Web Officer
If you are interested, please email a short manifesto, briefly outlining any relevant experience and why you would be suitable for the position to cusavethechildren@gmail.com.
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- Student Community Action
Students: SCA is offering you an opportunity to spread some love whilst gaining valuable CV points!
Student Community Action (SCA) is a student-run registered charity focused
upon coordinating student volunteering within Cambridge. We are involved in
over 50 projects, 10 of which we run ourselves.
We are currently on the lookout for both College Reps and general
volunteers.
Being College Rep involves helping us with publicity, fundraising &
recruiting in lots of lovely new volunteers. It provides a chance for you
to improve your leadership & organizational skills whilst helping a great
cause.
General volunteers are the lifeblood of SCA. The projects we run range from
giving tuition to children to downing tea with residents of elderly homes
to bouncing round a park with a gaggle of energetic kids!
We have something for everyone & only require as much time as people can
give. In return you get that glowy feeling from having made a real
difference to someone's life.
If you're interested and/or you have any questions, please e-mail:
College Reps: Beth Oldham (ejo29)
Volunteering : Vithushia Nithiananthan (vn233)
- Safety Notice
Dear Students,
The following safety notice was recently issued by Trinity College and reads as follows:
"We have been asked by the Police to circulate the following information to students and staff:
"There have been a number of incidents of Indecent Exposure and Stalking Behaviour involving mainly
young oriental female students within the City.
The incidents have happened while students have been waiting at bus stops, or close to their home
address.
Suspect is described as
White male aged 40-50yrs,
Around 6ft
Large build
White/greying hair thinning on top and receding at temples.
Has previously worn dark blue/grey sweater, white shirt, light blue jeans and brown shoes. Has also
worn a dark blue coat.
The male engages in conversation which may start with innocuous friendly comments but then leads to
making sexual comments and trying to touch the female.
Please warn your students and staff to always follow the basic personal safety guidelines:
Do not walk alone at night
Tell someone where you are going , and what time you expect to return If you feel unsafe -Take
action, get away from the area and get help."
Please ensure that you report any suspicious incidents you encounter to the Police on 0845 456 456 4
without delay. If you cannot get through to the Police, please let the Porters know. If you have
been a victim of such a crime you can, if you feel the need, dial 999. It would also be extremely
helpful if you could inform the Porters or, if you prefer, your Tutor. The College will then be able
to provide any support that might be needed and give updated safety advice to other students as
appropriate."
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