Being Class Act In Cambridge

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The Cambridge Union | In Conversation With...

The Cambridge Union

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The Cambridge Union is the oldest debating society in the world, as well as the largest student society in Cambridge. It remains one of the highest-ranking competitive debating chambers worldwide, and hosts a range of speakers and topical debates each term. Since 1815 the Union has been committed to the principles of free speech and of fair, open, and honest debate. Founded at a time when the university authorities attempted to restrict these freedoms, the Union remains the centre of controversial and serious debate within the University of Cambridge.

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Being Class Act In Cambridge | Cambridge Union

The Cambridge Union | In Conversation With...

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1 year ago

Being Class Act In Cambridge | Cambridge Union

This Panel took place in the Keynes Library at 6:30pm on Wednesday 4th October. The 'Being Class Act in Cambridge' panel is an attempt to showcase the experiences of staff and students at the University and examine whether Cambridge's reputation as an institution for the select few rings true today. We invited our panellists to discuss their experiences being from a Class Act background, their time at Cambridge, and how they believe the 'Cambridge Experience' can become more inclusive & equitable. ............................................................................................................................ Panellists: Dr Sean Holden Dr Sean Holden is University Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Technology, and Fellow and Director of Studies in Computer Science at Trinity College. He was the first person in his family to attend University. Jezz Brown Jezz Brown is a Finalist HSPS student and Learning and Development Director at the 93% Foundation. Coming from a working-class background, Jezz is passionate about issues of class & social mobility and ensuring greater diversity and inclusion at the University of Cambridge and in broader society. Fatima Zahra Yusuf Fatima Zahra Yusuf is a Second Year student reading HSPS at Lucy Cavendish College. Passionate about feminism, climate change, and improving political literacy, she wants to ensure Cambridge is an enclusive environment for students from a Class Act background. ............................................................................................................................ SUBSCRIBE for more speakers: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClOuePXlJnw8-br7SXiuHqg ............................................................................................................................ Connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCambridgeUnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cambridgeunion Twitter: https://twitter.com/cambridgeunion LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cambridge-union-society