The document summarizes several events organized by the English-Speaking Union (ESU). It discusses the launch of ESU Czech Republic, including speeches given and cultural activities. It also covers the ESU London Debate Challenge championships where a team from The Latymer School was declared the winner. Additionally, it provides details on the ESU's National Mooting Competition and the first Alastair Cooke Memorial Lecture, which was given by Senator John McCain.
Tri-City News March 30 re. Coquitlam Heritage SymposiumEmily Lonie
The Coquitlam Heritage Society will host a day-long symposium on April 16th at Evergreen Cultural Centre as part of Coquitlam's 125th anniversary celebrations. The symposium will feature talks from four speakers on how to preserve community heritage and stories for future generations. Speakers include a museum consultant, a community engagement expert, the executive director of the BC Museums Association, and Coquitlam's archivist. They will discuss capturing the spirit of the past while looking to the future. The Coquitlam Heritage Society hopes to draw a broad mix of heritage enthusiasts and community members to learn about preserving local history.
The month of March at ETRC was full of educational events. There were 2 seminars for novice teachers on teaching styles and lesson planning that were each attended by 3 people. Seminars for experienced teachers on accent reduction and business English had attendance of 13 and 4 teachers respectively. A workshop on team building and creativity at the university level had 20 attendees. A 3-day conference on immigration opportunities in the US and EU with lawyers and researchers averaged 10 attendees per session. ETRC also hosted 2 webinars with lower attendance than individual sessions. The monthly discussion club for students had interesting sessions led by guests on discovering Canada and internet addiction as well as students on music and sports. Photos from all events can be viewed online
The Friends group had over 120 members in 2015-2016 and held committee meetings and work sessions throughout the year to maintain the Brockley and Ladywell Cemeteries. They organized educational walks and events that attracted hundreds of people and helped raise awareness of the cemeteries. The group also contributed to research efforts, continued maintaining burial records online, and submitted a grant application to renovate historic civilian memorials in the cemeteries.
The King's College London Model United Nations Society simulates UN diplomacy by debating global issues. It attends international conferences around the world and organizes weekly simulations at the college. The society aims to promote debate, campaign for change, and train future leaders. Last year, it sent delegations to conferences in Oxford, Cambridge, Nottingham, London, and abroad in Harvard, Singapore, and Paris.
The Friends group had 130 members in 2017, up slightly from 2016. Over the year, they held work sessions removing vegetation from the cemeteries, totaling 81 hours of work. A variety of guided walks were offered on topics like wildflowers, bats, World War I and II history. The group participated in arts festivals and hosted talks and readings. They installed new memorials, gave donations to heritage organizations, and maintained an active website to promote their work in preserving and educating people about the local cemeteries.
What is culture? Does the theory of culture shock help us understand the experiences of international students? Is there a second culture shock when students move from college to university? Marco Rossi from Edinburgh International College discusses culture in the context of learning and teaching.
The Park University School of Business has the most student registrations for the upcoming Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium to be held April 4-6 on the Parkville Campus, beating the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the School for Education. The symposium provides students the opportunity to present their research and creative projects with faculty support. This year's keynote speaker is an expert on environmental sustainability and the symposium will accept family presentation panels for the first time. Registration is open until March 21 online.
The Friends group had over 100 members in 2014-15 and held committee meetings to discuss their work. They conducted work sessions removing invasive plants from the cemeteries and led guided walks to educate the public. Notable events included celebrating the group's 7th anniversary which around 400 people attended. The group continues researching historical figures buried in the cemeteries and applying for grants to renovate memorials. The chair thanked members for their hard work and support over the past year.
Tri-City News March 30 re. Coquitlam Heritage SymposiumEmily Lonie
The Coquitlam Heritage Society will host a day-long symposium on April 16th at Evergreen Cultural Centre as part of Coquitlam's 125th anniversary celebrations. The symposium will feature talks from four speakers on how to preserve community heritage and stories for future generations. Speakers include a museum consultant, a community engagement expert, the executive director of the BC Museums Association, and Coquitlam's archivist. They will discuss capturing the spirit of the past while looking to the future. The Coquitlam Heritage Society hopes to draw a broad mix of heritage enthusiasts and community members to learn about preserving local history.
The month of March at ETRC was full of educational events. There were 2 seminars for novice teachers on teaching styles and lesson planning that were each attended by 3 people. Seminars for experienced teachers on accent reduction and business English had attendance of 13 and 4 teachers respectively. A workshop on team building and creativity at the university level had 20 attendees. A 3-day conference on immigration opportunities in the US and EU with lawyers and researchers averaged 10 attendees per session. ETRC also hosted 2 webinars with lower attendance than individual sessions. The monthly discussion club for students had interesting sessions led by guests on discovering Canada and internet addiction as well as students on music and sports. Photos from all events can be viewed online
The Friends group had over 120 members in 2015-2016 and held committee meetings and work sessions throughout the year to maintain the Brockley and Ladywell Cemeteries. They organized educational walks and events that attracted hundreds of people and helped raise awareness of the cemeteries. The group also contributed to research efforts, continued maintaining burial records online, and submitted a grant application to renovate historic civilian memorials in the cemeteries.
The King's College London Model United Nations Society simulates UN diplomacy by debating global issues. It attends international conferences around the world and organizes weekly simulations at the college. The society aims to promote debate, campaign for change, and train future leaders. Last year, it sent delegations to conferences in Oxford, Cambridge, Nottingham, London, and abroad in Harvard, Singapore, and Paris.
The Friends group had 130 members in 2017, up slightly from 2016. Over the year, they held work sessions removing vegetation from the cemeteries, totaling 81 hours of work. A variety of guided walks were offered on topics like wildflowers, bats, World War I and II history. The group participated in arts festivals and hosted talks and readings. They installed new memorials, gave donations to heritage organizations, and maintained an active website to promote their work in preserving and educating people about the local cemeteries.
What is culture? Does the theory of culture shock help us understand the experiences of international students? Is there a second culture shock when students move from college to university? Marco Rossi from Edinburgh International College discusses culture in the context of learning and teaching.
The Park University School of Business has the most student registrations for the upcoming Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium to be held April 4-6 on the Parkville Campus, beating the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the School for Education. The symposium provides students the opportunity to present their research and creative projects with faculty support. This year's keynote speaker is an expert on environmental sustainability and the symposium will accept family presentation panels for the first time. Registration is open until March 21 online.
The Friends group had over 100 members in 2014-15 and held committee meetings to discuss their work. They conducted work sessions removing invasive plants from the cemeteries and led guided walks to educate the public. Notable events included celebrating the group's 7th anniversary which around 400 people attended. The group continues researching historical figures buried in the cemeteries and applying for grants to renovate memorials. The chair thanked members for their hard work and support over the past year.
Canada is a large country in Northern America known for its scenic beauty and major cities like Vancouver, Montreal, and Quebec. It has diverse attractions such as Niagara Falls, canoe trips, and museums, and the culture includes both English and French languages. Canada offers exciting opportunities for families and visitors to experience its vast landscapes and historical sites.
Koch Charitable Foundation - Constitution and Bill of Rights Awareness Donald L. Koch
In 2007, Koch Asset Management president Donald L. Koch received the Distinguished Daycrofter Award, which the Daycroft School Foundation presents to former students, faculty, and staff who exhibit characteristics of generosity and spiritual devotion. Since graduating from Daycroft’s now-closed college preparatory school, Donald L. Koch has engaged in community efforts that reflect his appreciation for education, character, and his American heritage, such as the Koch Charitable Foundation.
The Churchill Trust provides financial support through Churchill Fellowships to enable Australians to travel overseas and further develop their skills and expertise in order to make important contributions to Australian society upon their return. Fellowships are awarded based on past achievements and potential for future impact rather than academic qualifications. A diverse range of fields are represented among past Fellows. The opportunity is open to those in all walks of life who wish to enhance their work for the benefit of their community.
There are over 588,000 postgraduate students in the UK, many of whom face challenges to their faith such as anti-intellectualism, isolation, and maintaining holiness. The Faith-in-Scholarship project aims to support Christian postgraduate students by creating dialogue between students, supporting existing student groups, and encouraging new groups. People can get involved by supporting the project through prayer and finances, befriending postgraduate students, or pursuing postgraduate degrees themselves.
The newsletter summarizes the upcoming 3rd Annual Conference of the Institute of Cornish Studies, which will focus on Cornwall's global connections. It will include talks on Cornish language, politics, economics, and culture. The keynote speaker Dr. Caradoc Peters will give an address on "The Ancient Cornish World". There will also be a film premiere of "Falmouth and the Great War". The Cornish Language Research Network conference will be held afterwards to establish the current research landscape of the Cornish language.
This document summarizes a student survey conducted about whether religious education should be taught in public schools. The survey included 65 people from various cities in Kosovo ranging from ages 7 to 75. The majority of questions found that most people believe religious education should be taught to help society understand differences, respect each other, and build tolerance. While some oppose religious education in public schools, the overall conclusion is that 80% of respondents supported religious education as a way to foster better understanding and compromise in society. Expert opinions from religious and academic leaders were also included to provide different perspectives on the issue.
YFile » York statue of Jinnah called a ‘world first’babarikq
1) A sculpture of Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, founder of Pakistan and the country's first governor general, was unveiled at York University to commemorate a scholarship named after him.
2) The president of York's Pakistan Student Association believes this is the first monument to a Pakistani leader on a university campus anywhere in the world.
3) The bronze sculpture was created by a York graduate student and depicts Jinnah in a suit to represent his background as a British-trained lawyer, as stipulated by the student association.
The English Speaking Union is announcing its annual Public Speaking Competition to be held on March 31, 2012 in Chisinau, Moldova. The competition aims to promote cultural enrichment and education through the English language. It seeks to give students practical public speaking experience, an opportunity to meet others from different backgrounds, and help improve English communication skills. The competition is open to 16-20 year old full-time students. In 2012, the theme is "The Wisdom of Youth" and the winner will participate in the international finals in London in May 2012. Students must submit a motivation letter by March 25th to register.
Highlights of the Universal Peace Federation's activities around the world in 2014.
On local, national, and global levels, interreligious councils provide a platform for people of diverse faiths to contribute their wisdom and work effectively for peace alongside representatives of government, business, and civil society.
UPF acknowledges the need for careful and measurable use of enforcement such as political, military, and civil power to sustain lasting peace. At the same time we strongly emphasize the pursuit of internal solutions that are essential to peacebuilding. UPF has been a leading exponent of “track two” diplomacy, with particular emphasis on the role and responsibility of religious and spiritual leaders to transcend historical self-interest and pursue the ideal of “One family under God.”
UPF is an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. We support and promote the work of the United Nations and the achievement of sustainable development goals.
Marriage, parenting, and the family are the foundations of sustainable human development and the building blocks of society. Educational programs present the personal and social benefits of marriage, promote a marriage-friendly culture, teach relationship skills, and encourage spiritual growth through relationships.
UPF's leadership conferences and seminars focus on the urgent need for new vision and leadership based on core values and universal principles of peacebuilding.
Service-learning programs bring together youth from different cultures and religions in order to promote mutual understanding and respect. Participants serve a community in need, visit religious and historic sites, and learn communication and team-building skills.
UKOLN is supported by various organizations and had several staff members engaged in events on June 3rd, 2009. Staff members Liz Lyon and Paul Walk attended a Microsoft Round Table, Brian Kelly spoke at a CILIP conference in Scotland, and Monica Duke and Adrian Stevenson presented SWORD at the British Library. UKOLN also welcomed a new remote worker, Emma Huber.
This document discusses the importance of teaching sustainability issues in language courses. It provides examples of development projects that impacted communities in Wales and Quebec. These cases illustrate the environmental, social, and linguistic impacts of large-scale projects. The document argues that language students should learn about these issues to understand their ethical responsibilities to future generations. It poses questions about what content students need and how languages can engage with sustainability in an interdisciplinary way. Overall, the document makes a case for incorporating sustainability topics into language teaching to better prepare students for future challenges.
The 8th Annual STEM Conference will be held on April 23rd at Reedley College in Reedley, California. The conference will feature a live performance by the Latin pop duo Domino Saints, as well as hands-on seminars and workshops. The keynote speaker will be David Leal, a mechanical engineer and musician. The purpose of the STEM conference is to educate and inspire students about careers in science, technology, engineering and math fields through interactive activities and demonstrations.
This is the section presented by the Centre for Teaching and Learning at the International Student Orientation event at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand in 2017.
This document is an affidavit in support of a writ of mandamus filed by Alexander Bayliss against the Chief Justice of the High Court of Australia. It summarizes criminal activities by the ANU Debating Society and Australian Federal Police to prevent Bayliss from informing the Chief Justice of criminal activity by the Debating Society's patron. It details false accusations, fabricated evidence, unlawful arrests, and breaches of confidentiality by ANU staff aimed at Bayliss over criminal allegations made by a member of the Debating Society.
The document discusses different proverbs and sayings related to teaching people to fish versus giving them fish. It includes a Chinese proverb about teaching a man to fish feeding him for a lifetime. A modified version by Karl Marx suggests teaching a man to fish loses a business opportunity. Another proverb talks about giving a man a fishing rod feeding him as long as it lasts, while developing knowledge and means to improve it could feed a society for years. The document also includes humorous fishing-related quotes.
This document provides information for a Model United Nations conference being held at the International School of Monaco. The conference will have four committees (ECOSOC, Environment, Security Council, and Human Rights) that will debate various topics. The document outlines the participating schools, timeline of events, room assignments, topics for each committee, and names of student delegates and chairs.
The document provides contextual information about Belfast during World War II. It discusses how Belfast contributed strategically and industrially to the British war effort through shipbuilding, aircraft production, and other industries. However, Belfast was initially ill-prepared for German air raids, which began in April 1941 and caused significant damage, disruption, and loss of life over the course of four major attacks. The raids increased tensions with the London government and led to leadership changes in Northern Ireland. By 1943, Belfast had strengthened its role in the war through naval operations and increased industrial production with support from the United States.
This document discusses international students in the United States and ways for churches to partner with international student ministries. It provides statistics on the number of international students in the US and their most common areas of study. It encourages churches to pray for international students, host events to welcome them, take mission trips to universities, and become "friendship families" to support individual students. The overall message is a call for churches to reach out and include international students studying in their communities.
The document discusses programs and collections at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre focused on Chinese Canadian family history and migration. The Centre houses the Chung Collection of over 25,000 rare Chinese artifacts and hosts the Community Historical Recognition Program to support research on Chinese Canadian studies. It also maintains a database of over 98,000 records of early Chinese immigrants to Canada and provides exhibition space, lectures, and digital resources relating to Chinese Canadian heritage. The goal is to share knowledge and build understanding of British Columbia's multicultural history and communities.
The document discusses the historical significance of the Eucharistic Congress held in Dublin, Ireland in 1932. It provides contextual information about Catholic identity and the influence of the Catholic Church in Ireland in the 1920s-1930s. The document outlines the purpose and events of the Congress, including preparations, receptions for Cardinal Lauri, masses in Phoenix Park. It discusses exploring the Congress' significance through student exercises focusing on sources and historians' perspectives. The goal is for students to assess how the Congress significantly impacted Irish identity and the Catholic Church's role in the early Irish Free State.
Music in the 1950s was primarily distributed through vinyl records. Some of the most popular musicians of the decade included Elvis Presley, known as the "King of Rock and Roll", Dolly Parton, Chuck Berry, who was a pioneer of rock and roll, and Buddy Holly, a central figure of 1950s rock and roll. Teenagers began to have their own distinct fashion styles during this decade influenced by artists like Elvis Presley and James Dean. Rock and roll music became particularly popular among teenagers and helped define a new youth culture and subcultures in the United States during the 1950s.
España tiene un relieve muy montañoso formado por la tectónica de placas, con numerosos ríos y valles. La meseta central ocupa el centro de la península ibérica, dividida en dos submesetas por el sistema central. Rodeando la meseta hay cuatro sistemas montañosos principales y cadenas montañosas exteriores como los Pirineos y el sistema Bético. Los archipiélagos de Baleares y Canarias también contribuyen al relieve español, siendo el Teide en Canari
Canada is a large country in Northern America known for its scenic beauty and major cities like Vancouver, Montreal, and Quebec. It has diverse attractions such as Niagara Falls, canoe trips, and museums, and the culture includes both English and French languages. Canada offers exciting opportunities for families and visitors to experience its vast landscapes and historical sites.
Koch Charitable Foundation - Constitution and Bill of Rights Awareness Donald L. Koch
In 2007, Koch Asset Management president Donald L. Koch received the Distinguished Daycrofter Award, which the Daycroft School Foundation presents to former students, faculty, and staff who exhibit characteristics of generosity and spiritual devotion. Since graduating from Daycroft’s now-closed college preparatory school, Donald L. Koch has engaged in community efforts that reflect his appreciation for education, character, and his American heritage, such as the Koch Charitable Foundation.
The Churchill Trust provides financial support through Churchill Fellowships to enable Australians to travel overseas and further develop their skills and expertise in order to make important contributions to Australian society upon their return. Fellowships are awarded based on past achievements and potential for future impact rather than academic qualifications. A diverse range of fields are represented among past Fellows. The opportunity is open to those in all walks of life who wish to enhance their work for the benefit of their community.
There are over 588,000 postgraduate students in the UK, many of whom face challenges to their faith such as anti-intellectualism, isolation, and maintaining holiness. The Faith-in-Scholarship project aims to support Christian postgraduate students by creating dialogue between students, supporting existing student groups, and encouraging new groups. People can get involved by supporting the project through prayer and finances, befriending postgraduate students, or pursuing postgraduate degrees themselves.
The newsletter summarizes the upcoming 3rd Annual Conference of the Institute of Cornish Studies, which will focus on Cornwall's global connections. It will include talks on Cornish language, politics, economics, and culture. The keynote speaker Dr. Caradoc Peters will give an address on "The Ancient Cornish World". There will also be a film premiere of "Falmouth and the Great War". The Cornish Language Research Network conference will be held afterwards to establish the current research landscape of the Cornish language.
This document summarizes a student survey conducted about whether religious education should be taught in public schools. The survey included 65 people from various cities in Kosovo ranging from ages 7 to 75. The majority of questions found that most people believe religious education should be taught to help society understand differences, respect each other, and build tolerance. While some oppose religious education in public schools, the overall conclusion is that 80% of respondents supported religious education as a way to foster better understanding and compromise in society. Expert opinions from religious and academic leaders were also included to provide different perspectives on the issue.
YFile » York statue of Jinnah called a ‘world first’babarikq
1) A sculpture of Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, founder of Pakistan and the country's first governor general, was unveiled at York University to commemorate a scholarship named after him.
2) The president of York's Pakistan Student Association believes this is the first monument to a Pakistani leader on a university campus anywhere in the world.
3) The bronze sculpture was created by a York graduate student and depicts Jinnah in a suit to represent his background as a British-trained lawyer, as stipulated by the student association.
The English Speaking Union is announcing its annual Public Speaking Competition to be held on March 31, 2012 in Chisinau, Moldova. The competition aims to promote cultural enrichment and education through the English language. It seeks to give students practical public speaking experience, an opportunity to meet others from different backgrounds, and help improve English communication skills. The competition is open to 16-20 year old full-time students. In 2012, the theme is "The Wisdom of Youth" and the winner will participate in the international finals in London in May 2012. Students must submit a motivation letter by March 25th to register.
Highlights of the Universal Peace Federation's activities around the world in 2014.
On local, national, and global levels, interreligious councils provide a platform for people of diverse faiths to contribute their wisdom and work effectively for peace alongside representatives of government, business, and civil society.
UPF acknowledges the need for careful and measurable use of enforcement such as political, military, and civil power to sustain lasting peace. At the same time we strongly emphasize the pursuit of internal solutions that are essential to peacebuilding. UPF has been a leading exponent of “track two” diplomacy, with particular emphasis on the role and responsibility of religious and spiritual leaders to transcend historical self-interest and pursue the ideal of “One family under God.”
UPF is an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. We support and promote the work of the United Nations and the achievement of sustainable development goals.
Marriage, parenting, and the family are the foundations of sustainable human development and the building blocks of society. Educational programs present the personal and social benefits of marriage, promote a marriage-friendly culture, teach relationship skills, and encourage spiritual growth through relationships.
UPF's leadership conferences and seminars focus on the urgent need for new vision and leadership based on core values and universal principles of peacebuilding.
Service-learning programs bring together youth from different cultures and religions in order to promote mutual understanding and respect. Participants serve a community in need, visit religious and historic sites, and learn communication and team-building skills.
UKOLN is supported by various organizations and had several staff members engaged in events on June 3rd, 2009. Staff members Liz Lyon and Paul Walk attended a Microsoft Round Table, Brian Kelly spoke at a CILIP conference in Scotland, and Monica Duke and Adrian Stevenson presented SWORD at the British Library. UKOLN also welcomed a new remote worker, Emma Huber.
This document discusses the importance of teaching sustainability issues in language courses. It provides examples of development projects that impacted communities in Wales and Quebec. These cases illustrate the environmental, social, and linguistic impacts of large-scale projects. The document argues that language students should learn about these issues to understand their ethical responsibilities to future generations. It poses questions about what content students need and how languages can engage with sustainability in an interdisciplinary way. Overall, the document makes a case for incorporating sustainability topics into language teaching to better prepare students for future challenges.
The 8th Annual STEM Conference will be held on April 23rd at Reedley College in Reedley, California. The conference will feature a live performance by the Latin pop duo Domino Saints, as well as hands-on seminars and workshops. The keynote speaker will be David Leal, a mechanical engineer and musician. The purpose of the STEM conference is to educate and inspire students about careers in science, technology, engineering and math fields through interactive activities and demonstrations.
This is the section presented by the Centre for Teaching and Learning at the International Student Orientation event at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand in 2017.
This document is an affidavit in support of a writ of mandamus filed by Alexander Bayliss against the Chief Justice of the High Court of Australia. It summarizes criminal activities by the ANU Debating Society and Australian Federal Police to prevent Bayliss from informing the Chief Justice of criminal activity by the Debating Society's patron. It details false accusations, fabricated evidence, unlawful arrests, and breaches of confidentiality by ANU staff aimed at Bayliss over criminal allegations made by a member of the Debating Society.
The document discusses different proverbs and sayings related to teaching people to fish versus giving them fish. It includes a Chinese proverb about teaching a man to fish feeding him for a lifetime. A modified version by Karl Marx suggests teaching a man to fish loses a business opportunity. Another proverb talks about giving a man a fishing rod feeding him as long as it lasts, while developing knowledge and means to improve it could feed a society for years. The document also includes humorous fishing-related quotes.
This document provides information for a Model United Nations conference being held at the International School of Monaco. The conference will have four committees (ECOSOC, Environment, Security Council, and Human Rights) that will debate various topics. The document outlines the participating schools, timeline of events, room assignments, topics for each committee, and names of student delegates and chairs.
The document provides contextual information about Belfast during World War II. It discusses how Belfast contributed strategically and industrially to the British war effort through shipbuilding, aircraft production, and other industries. However, Belfast was initially ill-prepared for German air raids, which began in April 1941 and caused significant damage, disruption, and loss of life over the course of four major attacks. The raids increased tensions with the London government and led to leadership changes in Northern Ireland. By 1943, Belfast had strengthened its role in the war through naval operations and increased industrial production with support from the United States.
This document discusses international students in the United States and ways for churches to partner with international student ministries. It provides statistics on the number of international students in the US and their most common areas of study. It encourages churches to pray for international students, host events to welcome them, take mission trips to universities, and become "friendship families" to support individual students. The overall message is a call for churches to reach out and include international students studying in their communities.
The document discusses programs and collections at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre focused on Chinese Canadian family history and migration. The Centre houses the Chung Collection of over 25,000 rare Chinese artifacts and hosts the Community Historical Recognition Program to support research on Chinese Canadian studies. It also maintains a database of over 98,000 records of early Chinese immigrants to Canada and provides exhibition space, lectures, and digital resources relating to Chinese Canadian heritage. The goal is to share knowledge and build understanding of British Columbia's multicultural history and communities.
The document discusses the historical significance of the Eucharistic Congress held in Dublin, Ireland in 1932. It provides contextual information about Catholic identity and the influence of the Catholic Church in Ireland in the 1920s-1930s. The document outlines the purpose and events of the Congress, including preparations, receptions for Cardinal Lauri, masses in Phoenix Park. It discusses exploring the Congress' significance through student exercises focusing on sources and historians' perspectives. The goal is for students to assess how the Congress significantly impacted Irish identity and the Catholic Church's role in the early Irish Free State.
Music in the 1950s was primarily distributed through vinyl records. Some of the most popular musicians of the decade included Elvis Presley, known as the "King of Rock and Roll", Dolly Parton, Chuck Berry, who was a pioneer of rock and roll, and Buddy Holly, a central figure of 1950s rock and roll. Teenagers began to have their own distinct fashion styles during this decade influenced by artists like Elvis Presley and James Dean. Rock and roll music became particularly popular among teenagers and helped define a new youth culture and subcultures in the United States during the 1950s.
España tiene un relieve muy montañoso formado por la tectónica de placas, con numerosos ríos y valles. La meseta central ocupa el centro de la península ibérica, dividida en dos submesetas por el sistema central. Rodeando la meseta hay cuatro sistemas montañosos principales y cadenas montañosas exteriores como los Pirineos y el sistema Bético. Los archipiélagos de Baleares y Canarias también contribuyen al relieve español, siendo el Teide en Canari
Optimum replacement depth to control heave of swelling claysAhmed Ebid
The behavior of unsaturated swelling soils under changing of moisture content was intensively studied by many researchers since the 1950’s. Many proposed formulas and techniques were used to classify, describe and predict the swelling behavior and parameters of such type of soil. On the other hand, many techniques are used to allow structures to be founded on swelling soils without suffering any damages due to the soil heave. Replacing the swelling soil with granular mixture is one of the most famous and cheapest techniques especially in case of light structures on shallow layer of swelling soil. The aim of this research is to develop a simplified formula to estimate the heave of swelling soil considering the effect of replaced layer. The developed formula is used to estimate the required replacement depth to avoid damage due to excessive heave.
This document discusses research into developing cellphone cameras that can detect cancer and see through walls. It outlines potential applications such as detecting tumors, diagnosing disease through breath analysis, and performing low-cost cancer screening. Currently, PET scans used for cancer screening are very expensive, costing an average of $4,900 per scan. The document proposes using cameras in hospitals that could detect cancer while also serving surveillance purposes, providing benefits like reduced costs, time savings, and lower radiation exposure compared to current screening methods. It includes research on potential user personas for such a product: a compassionate doctor seeking more efficient cancer detection and less patient stress, and a homemaker worried about cancer but unable to afford existing screening options.
The document analyzes Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) stock using discounted cash flow (DCF) and relative valuation methods. The DCF analysis implies share prices of $69.09-81.24, above the current price. Relative valuations using industry price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios imply a price of $52.04-63.31. Considering both intrinsic and relative valuations, the analysis recommends buying ICE stock.
This document summarizes a research paper that proposes a method for securely sharing visual secrets using click point encryption. The method uses click points selected on an image as an encryption key to encrypt secret data using AES encryption. The encrypted data is then embedded into the image using least significant bit replacement. Only someone with the click point key received through a secure channel can decrypt and view the secret data. The document reviews related work on visual cryptography and identifies limitations like lack of authentication. It then describes the proposed method in more detail, including the AES encryption process, generating encryption keys from click points, and embedding the encrypted data into the image.
Gopal Ananthanarayanan has over 9 years of experience in Oracle PL/SQL development. He has worked on projects for large clients like Ford, LTA, and Mars. He is skilled in PL/SQL, SQL, shell scripting, and D2K programming. Currently he works as a technical manager at TechMahindra on the Voyager project for Mars, which involves supply chain planning using Oracle databases. Previously he held project lead roles and was involved in all phases of the software development lifecycle for various clients.
This document discusses different forms of energy including light, sound, kinetic, electrical, and thermal energy. It also outlines various energy sources such as solar, wind, water, biomass, and geothermal which are renewable, as well as fossil fuels like coal and oil and uranium which are non-renewable. Fossil fuels pollute and contribute to global warming while nuclear power is expensive and produces dangerous radioactive waste.
España tiene un relieve montañoso formado por la tectónica de placas, con numerosas cordilleras que rodean la meseta central. La meseta central está dividida en dos submesetas por el sistema central, y contiene las cabeceras de los ríos Duero y Tajo-Guadiana. España también tiene muchos sistemas montañosos como los Pirineos, Cordillera Cantábrica e Ibérica, y las Islas Baleares y Canarias, originadas por procesos volcánicos, tienen sus propias características
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The British Science Festival, organized by the British Science Association and Swansea University, was held September 6-9, 2016 at Swansea University's Singleton Park campus. Thousands of visitors attended talks, debates, tours and workshops given by hundreds of leading scientists from around the world. The festival provided an opportunity to showcase Swansea University's research and put the university on the world stage. Academics from Swansea University discussed their research topics. Alumnus Lyn Evans and Honorary Fellow George Abbey also spoke. The festival was followed by family-oriented activities at the National Waterfront Museum. The event aimed to inspire attendees about the importance and prevalence of science.
Inspiring Research, Inspiring Scholarship The value and benefits of digitise...Simon Tanner
The opportunity to engage actively with British content that is educational, entertaining and deeply enlightening is here. Technology exists to drive forward a vision of intelligent environments that supply the right information to the right person at the right time. Paradoxically, what is missing is the depth of digitised content to make such technical developments more significant than mere playthings.
To achieve a Digital Britain that is educated and ready to exploit these new technologies, the treasure house of British content has to be digitised much more comprehensively.
For the intelligent Digital Britain we need beautiful information, authentic data, validated content and a critical mass that will drive economic impact, research innovation and social benefits.
The highlights of the 175th anniversary of King's College London (2004)Peter Graham
In 2004 King's College London commemorated this historic milestone with a year-long programme of events and celebrations. The theme emphasised the College's work 'in the service of society' and included lectures by high profile alumni such as Desmond Tutu; a recreation of the duel in 1829 which led to the founding of the College; and a magnificent service of thanksgiving in Westminster Abbey attended by over 2000 people.
This A0 (download recommended) poster was created to showcase the highlights of this very special year in the history of King's.
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1. ESU NewsTHE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION Creating global understanding through English
ISSUE No. 123 SEPTEMBER 2005
Above: L-R Lord Watson, Chairman ESU of the Commonwealth, HM Ambassador, Ms Linda Duffield,
Ian Tervit, Chairman ESU Czech Republic, Pavel Mudra, Treasurer of ESU Czech Republic Committee,
Ludja Zabloudilova from Gymnazium Brno, Tom Mertin, Member of Czech Republic Committee, Valerie Mitchell
ESU Director-General and Ambassador Cabaniss US Ambassador at the Launch of ESU Czech Republic.
Above: L-R The Reverend Brian Lee, Sir John Cass's Foundation; Alex Lawson, The Latymer School, Enfield;
Susie Lederhose, The Latymer School; David Reid, Tesco PLC; Sean Robinson, The Latymer School and
Charlotte Oades, Coca-Cola Great Britain & Ireland.
ESU Expands in Eastern Europe
The ESU Czech Republic was launched before a packed audience at the Blue Auditorium of the Carolinum
at Charles University, Prague on 22 June. Turn to page 2 for the full story.
London Debate Challenge a Success
The ESU London Debate Challenge is open to all of London's 415 state sector
schools to develop young people's confidence, communication and learning skills
through debate.
The Challenge is generously supported by
Coca-Cola Great Britain & Ireland, Tesco
PLC, Sir John Cass's Foundation and the
DfES.
David Reid, Chairman of Tesco PLC, Charlotte
Oades, President of Coca-Cola Great Britain
& Ireland and the Reverend Brian Lee, Sir
John Cass's Foundation attended the event
and met with all the contestants.
Turn to page 2 for the full story.
Telephone : 020 7529 1550 Fax : 020 7495 6108 Email : esu@esu.org Web : www.esu.org
Contents
ESU Czech Republic
Launched . . . . . . . . .Page 2
ESU London Debate Challenge
Championships . . . . .Page 2
Alastair Cooke
Memorial Lecture . . .Page 3
National Mooting
Competition . . . . . . .Page 3
International Relations
Conference 2005 . . .Page 4
ESU International
Visitors . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4
English in Action . . . .Page 5
ESU-Diplomatic
Neighbours Concert .Page 5
American Memorial
Chapel Travel Grant
Announced . . . . . . . .Page 5
Launch of ESU
Philippines . . . . . . . .Page 5
House of Lords
Tea Party . . . . . . . . .Page 6
Secondary School Exchange
Scholarships . . . . . . .Page 6
Walter Hines Page
Briefing . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6
ESU Chilton Art
History Scholarship . .Page 6
Nominations for
Governors of the ESU Page 7
Changes at
Dartmouth House . . .Page 7
Summer Concert held
in Loire Valley . . . . . .Page 7
Attingham Lecture . .Page 7
Diary Dates . . . . . . . .Page 8
2. 2
Academics, teachers, students and corporate representatives
attended the Launch of ESU Czech Republic at Charles University.
Many of the young people had participated in English language
competitions, organised by ESU, involving public speaking and the
portrayal, in English, of the towns and villages where they lived.
It was an atmosphere of real excitement and anticipation. HE Ms
Linda Duffield, British Ambassador and Ambassador Cabaniss,
the United States Ambassador to the Czech Republic were present.
HE Ms Linda Duffield congratulated the ESU on its obvious impact
with young people.
At the Launch Lord Watson quoted what Sir Winston Churchill
had said in the dark days of the Second World War: “The gift of a
common tongue is a priceless inheritance and it may well some
day become the foundation of a common citizenship.”
Lord Watson continued: “Today, in a totally different world, English
offers this priceless gift of a common tongue - no longer the
exclusive inheritance of those born to the language, but belonging
to all who use it. As such, it engenders global understanding and
will powerfully contribute to the future sense of a world community,
more interdependent that ever before.”
One of the highlights of the programme was the international
debate between Czech and Slovak students on the motion This
House believes the world needs only one language. It prompted
a thought-provoking and entertaining contest, followed by a lively
discussion from the floor.
There was a separate Reception to mark the opening in the
unique gardens at the British Embassy, on the slopes overlooking
Prague.
The international guests included a large delegation from the
United States, as well as ESU dignitaries from Austria, France,
Germany and the UK, who were warmly welcomed.
There was an excellent cultural programme which included trips
to Konopiste and Kutna Hora, and a concert entitled Wonderful
Dvorˇák that was performed at the composer's home, now the
Dvorˇák Museum. Guests also toured the Castle and Strahov
Monastery, and had a rare chance to be allowed into the Library
which is not normally open to tourists.
After the Launch, Ian Tervit Chairman, ESU Czech Republic said,
“The international guests …were wonderfully supportive and
generous, in effect making a statement about the aims of the
ESU - to build friendships, develop opportunities and create
global understanding through English. Thank you all from ESU
Czech Republic.”
Above: HM Ambassador Ms Linda Duffield with Ian Tervit, Milan Stemberg,
Anya Kouznetsova, Johnson Darkwah, ESU Czech Republic National PSC
Champion 2003, and Tom Mertin.
Above: International and National delegates attending the Opening
Ceremony in the Carolinum, Charles University, Prague.Above: Delegates enjoying the beautiful gardens at the British Embassy.
ESU London Debate Challenge Championships
More than 200 guests assembled at City Hall on 27 June to watch
an exciting contest between Sean Robinson, Susie Lederhose and
Alex Lawson of The Latymer School, Enfield and Max Harris,
Daniele Singer and Gideon Mendel from JFS, Brent. The motion
was: This House would move the capital away from London.
The Final of the ESU London Debate Challenge Championships
was a close affair and a tough decision-making process for the
judges, chaired by Debbie Newman, former Head of the ESU
Centre for Speech and Debate. As winners, the Enfield team will
now travel to California as part of an exchange programme.
The preliminary stages of the London Debate Challenge
Championships were held at London Southbank University where
120 pupils from 23 London boroughs took part. They debated on
a series of topics ranging from school examinations to a ban on
smoking in public places.
ESU Czech Republic Launched
3. 3
National Mooting
Competition
In the 12th century a Moot was the
name given to a meeting of free citizens
to dispense justice; modern mooting is the
presentation of mock legal argument to
test the skills of advocacy. The ESU is the
organiser of the longest-running mooting
competition in the UK.
The competition has been running for 33
years. Since 2000 it has received the
generous support of Essex Court Chambers,
and is now known as the English-Speaking
Union Essex Court Chambers National
Mooting Competition. The contest gives
law students from universities throughout
the UK the opportunity to gain experience
in their future roles as advocates. Mooting
now forms a compulsory part of certain
law courses.
The semi-finals of this year's contest took
place at Dartmouth House in June with
competing teams from Birmingham, City,
Manchester and Oxford universities. City
and Oxford emerged as the victors and
went on to meet in the Final at a fitting
venue, the Lord Chief Justice's Court at
the Royal Courts of Justice.
Following an impressive set of submissions,
the team from City University was declared
the winner by the judging panel comprising
the Hon. Justice Lawrence Collins, Jeffrey
Grouder QC and Robert Stevens.
City's Elizabeth Prochaska and Benedict
Rogers were duly presented with the
National Mooting Competition Mace. All
four finalists received cheques and each
will be offered a mini-pupilage at Essex
Court Chambers.
Above: Winning Team L-R Elizabeth Prochaska
and Benedict Rogers, City University London,
with the National Mooting Competition Mace
at the Royal Courts of Justice.
The first-ever Alastair Cooke
Memorial Lecture Broadcast
Live from Dartmouth House
In July BBC Radio 4 broadcast live the
first Memorial Lecture in honour of Alastair
Cooke, who used his brilliance with the
English language to build understanding
between both sides of the Atlantic.
The programme was presented by Alastair
Cooke's biographer, broadcaster Nick
Clarke, and the Lecture given by Senator
John McCain, one of the best-known
members of the US Senate and possible
future US Presidential candidate.
For 40 years, Alastair Cooke's weekly radio
dispatch, Letter from America, captured
the hearts and minds of listeners as he
explained America and the Americans to
the wider world. Alastair Cooke once
described John McCain as a “hero with
a gift for believable indignation.”
Taking as the title of his lecture An
American Patriot Today, Senator McCain
maintained that “to be an American Patriot
is to support a moral mission at home
and abroad.”
Senator John McCain said he was
“honoured to deliver the Alastair Cooke
Memorial Lecture. He not only gave us a
sense of our relationship with the British,
but also a good dose of British culture
and history.”
Richard Price, ESU supporter and former
chairman of the British Academy of Film
and Television Arts (BAFTA), secured the
BBC for this event. Others who took part
in the ceremony included Alastair Cooke's
daughter and literary executor, Susan Cooke
Kittredge and the BBC's Director-General,
Mark Thompson.
The audience included ESU Governors,
BBC journalists, broadcasters and members
of the press. The event was also attended
by Lord Watson, Valerie Mitchell, and
Dr John Andrews, Executive Director of
ESU Washington,
DC Area Branch.
Left: Nick Clarke,
broadcaster and
biographer of Alastair
Cooke, congratulating
Senator John McCain
after the lecture, with
Maria Balinska of
Radio 4 applauding.
Above: L-R Lord Watson, Representative Joe Schwarz (Republican, Michigan) and Senator John McCain
(Republican, Arizona).
4. 4
International Relations Conference 2005
The ESU has been running its International
Relations Conference for 43 years. Every
year the event is well attended by high
achievers from around the world and this
summer it attracted 33 delegates from 20
countries.
Achieving global understanding through
English is the overriding objective of the
ESU and there is no doubt that the
Conference contributes to that end.
Held from 17 to 23 July at Oriel College,
against the backdrop of a warm and sunny
Oxford, the Conference dealt with issues
relating to both international relations and
to Britain's international role in the world
today. The aim of the Conference was to
give participants the opportunity to expand
their knowledge of Britain and to widen
their outlook on world issues. It also
offered a unique opportunity to make
individual contacts with people from
various fields, cultures and backgrounds
from all over the world.
Lectures from leading authorities included Sir
Andrew Burns, Professor Alan Lee Williams,
Edward Gould, Robert Rowland and Lord
Watson who covered subjects as diverse
as Peace Keeping and Peace Enforcing,
Choosing our Judges, Education in Britain
and Can we really make poverty history?
Delegates enjoyed a trip to Stratford-upon-
Avon to see an excellent production of The
Comedy of Errors by the Royal Shakespeare
Company.
The ESU would like to thank Lloyds TSB
Group plc, Macmillan Education, The
Oppenheimer Charitable Trust, Rio Tinto plc
and the ESU West Sussex and London
Branches for their sponsorship of the
Conference.
Above: International Delegates at Oriel College.
ESU International Visitors
Mme Beatrix de Montgermont-Keil is
welcomed by UK Branches
Mme Beatrix de Montgermont-Keil, in her
capacity as President ESU International
Council and President ESU France, paid
an official visit to ESU Branches in July.
Her programme included visits to the
Worcestershire, London, Lincolnshire,
Suffolk and Hastings Branches, and she
also attended the International Relations
Conference at Oriel College, Oxford, where
she spoke to the delegates at a Dinner in
the magnificent Hall. Mme Keil was also
present at a beautiful service of Celebration
and Dedication of the Suffolk Cathedral
Tower (Millennium Project) in a packed
Cathedral at Bury St Edmunds, attended by
HRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess
of Cornwall, where she was received by
the Dean of St Edmundsbury, the Very
Reverend James Atwell.
She was also warmly received by the Mayor
of Bury St Edmunds at a private Reception
in her honour at the Manor House
Museum, and was Guest of Honour at
the ‘Bury in Bloom’ Award Ceremony.
Argentina
Valerie Mitchell was delighted to welcome
Mr and Mrs Garvie to Dartmouth House in
July. A Board member of ESU Argentina
and former headmaster of St Hilda's
School, Buenos Aires, Martin Garvie and
his wife, Jean, are active members of the
ESU Argentine Committee and both have
made an enormous contribution to the
work of ESU Argentina.
Brazil
Mrs Yvonne Slezenger, Chairman ESU
Brazil, São Paolo Branch, together with
Mrs Susan Bellows, had luncheon at
Dartmouth House with Valerie Mitchell in
June to discuss new programmes for the
São Paulo Branch.
International At Home
Above: L-R Jean Garvie, Valerie Mitchell,
Martin Garvie and Helen Green, Manager for
ESU International Programmes.
Above: A warm welcome to Mme Beatrix de
Montgermont-Keil from the Mayor of Bury St
Edmunds. L-R Mayoress, Mrs Monica Ames,
Mr Mike Ames, Mayor of Bury St Edmunds,
Mme Beatrix de Montgermont-Keil and
Alexander Finnis, Chairman of the ESU National
Council for England and Wales.
Guests from nine countries were welcomed in
June to Dartmouth House by Valerie Mitchell,
who gave a presentation, and by Susan Bull,
Chairman of the Promotions Sub-Committee.
The morning ended with a tour of Dartmouth
House. Pictured above are Marina Nikitovic and
Don Miller, Hon. Secretary, London Branch.
5. 5
Launch of ESU Philippines
The Launch of ESU Philippines will take place in Manila on 21
November. A programme of cultural events, including a Reception at
the British Embassy, will be organised from 16-25 November and
an extended programme will be available from 16-30 November.
The programme combines a fascinating mix of visits to meet
Government Officials, tours of museums and wildlife sanctuaries
and the chance to see Filipino dance and music performances.
There will be trips from Manila to the City of Davao and, for
those on the extended programme, Subic Bay, a former US
military base and the largest in the Asia Pacific region and
Corregidor Island. Other sights will include an eagle sanctuary,
Buddhist temple and San Pedro Cathedral. Delegates will be
staying at the 5-star luxury hotel Makati Shangri La.
Further information is available from Helen Green.
American
Memorial Chapel
Travel Grant
Announced
Since 1968, the ESU has been involved
in a programme to enable clergy of all
denominations to spend three to four
weeks touring the USA with the aim of
fostering understanding and the exchange
of ideas. At a time when religious under-
standing is a priority on both sides of the
Atlantic, the American Memorial Chapel
Travel Grant is a programme of real
relevance and importance.
What more appropriate day could there
have been for conducting the interviews
than 4 July? That is when the Reverend
David Gatliffe of St. Margaret's, Lee, the
Reverend Stuart Jordan, The London
Committee, Methodist Church of Great
Britain and Father Peter Wilson, Senior
Chaplain, University of Westminster, sat
down to interview the six candidates for
the 2005 Grant.
This year's Travel Grant went to the
Reverend Colin Patterson who was recently
appointed Assistant Director of Bridge
Builders UK. He will spend time in the
USA attending a variety of training courses
with a focus on mediation, transforming
conflict and peace-making, all invaluable
skills for his new role.
The 2004 Grant recipient, the Reverend
Helen Wordsworth, returned from her
trip to the USA in March. She had been
researching Parish Nursing and Health
Ministry with the aim of furthering a pilot
programme she had helped to establish
in the UK. During her stay, she visited
Missouri, Milwaukee, St. Louis and
Chicago.
If you would like to know more about this
Grant, please contact Katherine Plummer,
Education Officer.
English in Action Programme
Flourishes
The ESU's success is very dependent on volunteers offering their energy, skills and commit-
ment, both in the educational and cultural programmes in the Branches and at Dartmouth
House. This is well illustrated in the English in Action (EIA) and English in Action in
Schools (EIAS) programmes which could not continue without their unstinting support.
The adult programme provides regular sessions of one-to-one conversational English for
those who have English as a second language. EIA runs over three terms and June marked
the end of another successful year, with more than 50 students having been tutored. To
celebrate, a lunch was held to thank the more than 20 volunteers who have provided such
valuable support.
The new EIA term for adults begins on 19 September and runs for ten weeks. For further
details, please contact Katherine Plummer, Education Officer.
English in Action in Schools (EIAS) is now in its sixth year and has recently expanded to
include two new boroughs, Camden and Southwark. Running in schools across London,
the scheme places pairs of volunteers with small groups of primary-aged children to offer
additional English language support. Volunteers use everything other than formal teaching
methods to help the children build their confidence and improve their language skills. A
lunch was also held in June to thank the volunteers for their hard work.
For more information on EIAS, please contact Anne Hodgson, Programmes Assistant.
ESU-Diplomatic Neighbours
Concert
In June, the ESU joined forces with
Diplomatic Neighbours to present A
Summer Concert of English Music.
Musicians from the Royal Academy of
Music, including the String Quartet Many
Strings, Many Bows performed in the
wonderful setting of the Grand Locarno
Rooms at the Foreign & Commonwealth
Office. The concert was organised by
Caroline Muir and was the final event in
her capacity as Chairwoman of Diplomatic
Neighbours.
Above: Musicians from the Royal Academy of Music performing A Summer Concert of English Music.
6. 6
Walter Hines
Page Briefing
Walter Hines Page was a US Ambassador
in London during the First World War, and
gave great encouragement to the founding
of the ESU. The scholarships that bear his
name are funded by Teaching Unions and
Associations to give scholars the opportunity
to travel to the USA for two weeks to study
an aspect of American education which is
relevant to their professional interests. In 2005,
grants were awarded to seven scholars.
These will enable them to explore topics
ranging from under-achievement in boys to
online learning and assessment.
In July a Briefing Day was held at
Dartmouth House when Maureen Duncan,
Deputy Head of Whitefield School,
Walthamstow, spoke about her experiences
of the Scholarship, and scholars were also
given the chance to explore the Page
Memorial Library.
Secondary School Exchange
Scholarships (SSE)
Secondary School Exchange (SSE)
Scholarships provide the opportunity for
scholars to live and study in North America
during their Gap Year before university.
This year, 16 scholars were selected to
travel to various parts of the USA to attend
High School for a year. Prior to their
leaving, the scholars and their parents
attended briefing days at Dartmouth House,
where they met six graduates of the SSE
programme and had the chance to discuss
their worries and concerns about the trip,
as well as to make new friends and explore
Dartmouth House.
Above: Walter Hines Page Scholars: Maureen
Fenton, Phillippa Kanini-Parsons, Adele Cushing
and Glyn Barlow with returned Scholar,
Maureen Duncan.
ESU Chilton
Art History
Scholarship
Miss Christina Reti from Canada has been
awarded the 2005/06 Scholarship to
attend the Master's Course at Christie's
Education.
House of Lords Tea Party
At the annual Tea Party held on the Terrace of the House of Lords on 6 July, Lord Watson
introduced the parliamentary interns from America to an enthusiastic audience.
Many MPs testified to the great value they have gained from the internship programme
while the interns, the SSE scholars and the international students reported their huge
enjoyment of their time in Britain.
The Tea Party was attended by Peers, MPs and ESU Alumni as well as members of 14
ESU Branches in the UK and visitors from no fewer than 15 countries. This annual event
has established itself as one of the most popular in the ESU calendar.
The 3-City Proposal linking Washington, Paris and London was agreed on the Terrace of
the House of Lords during the Tea Party.
Above: Lord Watson with 2005 Parliamentary Interns and SSE scholars on the Terrace. To the right of
Lord Watson are two SSE Scholars, Shanley Lestini from Ravenscroft School, Raleigh, North Carolina
and Jacqueline Thomas from Lawrenceville School, Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Shanley and Jacqueline
have spent the past year at Dollar Academy and Marlborough College respectively.
Pictured: R-L Mr Colin McCorquodale, Chairman UK London Branch, Mme Lucette Loussouarn,
President ESU France, Paris, Lord Watson, Dr John Andrews, Executive Director ESU US Washington
DC, Mrs Andrews, Valerie Mitchell.
Support the ESU
If you would like to strengthen
the ESU’s ever increasing educational
programme by a donation or a legacy
in your Will, please contact
Jo Wedderspoon
at Dartmouth House,
37 Charles Street,
London, W1J 5ED,
telephone 020 7529 1550,
email jo_wedderspoon@esu.org.
Your help would be greatly
appreciated.
7. 7
The ESU has always considered music
as an international language in its own
right, contributing greatly to culture and
human understanding and enjoyment. An
enchanting summer concert was held in
June in St Georges-sur-Layon in the Loire
Valley, hosted by the President of Anjou
Branch, John Brown, with generous
support from HSBC Angers.
Warren Mailley-Smith, one of the UK's
outstanding pianists and a former ESU
Music Scholar, enthralled the audience
with his fabulous performance of works
by Beethoven, Chopin and Liszt.
A charming Vote of Thanks, given in French
by Nicolas Wickham-Irving, Chairman of
the Cultural Affairs Committee, was greatly
appreciated by everyone. After the recital,
a gift of books, sent by the Monroe Branch,
Louisiana, USA, as part of their Books are
Envoys scheme to promote international
friendship, was presented by John Brown
to John Cassini, President of the English-
Language Library, Angers.
Changes at Dartmouth House
We are very sad to report that Dr Neil
Gilroy-Scott, Director of Education at the
ESU, has resigned after nine years, due to
ill health. Dr Gilroy-Scott carried out his
considerable responsibilities with a high
degree of skill and professionalism. His
knowledge of the English language and
its application to the field of education
in general, and to debating and public
speaking in particular, was most
impressive.
Left: L-R Mary Dawson
and Katherine Plummer
in the courtyard at
Dartmouth House.
Mary Dawson, formerly Assistant Director
of Education, has now assumed Dr Gilroy-
Scott's position as Director of Education.
In her new role, Mary works with the
Centre for Speech and Debate, the National
Public Speaking Competition for Schools
and the Library.
Katherine Plummer has been promoted to
Education Officer. Katherine was previously
Administrative Assistant.
Summer
Concert held
in Loire Valley
The second event in this year's series of
fundraising lectures for the American Arts
Scholarship to Attingham took place in
Dartmouth House in June.
Carrie Rebora Barratt, Curator of American
paintings and sculpture at The Metropolitan
Museum of Art, New York, and Manager of
the Henry R Luce Centre for the Study of
American Art, gave a fascinating lecture
on the works of Gilbert Stuart, during his
time in England and Ireland. Considered
to be the finest painter of America's early
national period, Gilbert Stuart was only
19 years old when he arrived in London in
November 1775. He went on to execute
portraits of the first five American
Presidents and his endeavours in Great
Britain, including a portrait of Sir Joshua
Reynolds and The Skater make him one
of the finest American portrait painters of
the era.
Annabel Westman, Director of the Attingham
Summer School, was among the guests at
the Lecture. She runs a residential course
which offers a special insight into one of
Britain's greatest contributions to Western
art, the country house.
Attingham
Lecture
The Lord Watson of Richmond CBE, Chairman, Lady Appleyard, Deputy Chairman, and
Mr John Gough, Honorary Secretary, retire after six years in office and are not eligible
for re-election to their respective offices. The Board has nominated The Rt Hon the
Lord Hunt of Wirral MBE for the office of Chairman, Mr Edward Gould for the office of
Deputy Chairman, and The Hon Christopher McLaren for the office of Honorary Secretary.
Mr David Thomas OBE has completed three years as Honorary Treasurer and is eligible
for re-election for which he is recommended by the Board.
Six Governors, Sir Patrick Cormack FSA MP, Mr Alexander Finnis, Mrs Betty Hollas,
Mr Tim Rix CBE, Mr Robert Rowland and Dr David Skeggs, retire after six years on the
Board and are not eligible for re-election. The Board has nominated, subject to their
consent, The Lord Watson of Richmond CBE, Lady Appleyard, Mr Jonathan Dye,
Ms Jennifer Hibbert, Mr Steven Isserlis CBE, and Dame Mary Richardson DBE.
Bye-Laws 49 and 50 state that a third of the Board (excluding Honorary Officers)
must retire every year. The Board at present consists of 27 members and therefore
nine have to retire this year. As there are six members retiring already, the following
retire by rotation and are eligible for re-election: Sir Brian Fall GCVO KCMG, The Hon
Christopher McLaren and Baroness Smith of Gilmorehill DL. Sir Brian Fall and
Baroness Smith have been nominated by the Board for re-election.
The Governors are continuing the co-option of Mr Peter Sparling and Mr Anthony
Westnedge OBE for a further year under Bye-Law 37 and are co-opting Mr Alexander
Finnis.
Under Bye-Laws 44 and 52, written notice of any other proposal to elect a member
as an Honorary Officer or as a Governor should be sent to the Honorary Secretary,
Mr John Gough, at Dartmouth House, signed by two members “duly qualified to be
present and vote at the meeting”, and by their nominee indicating his or her willing-
ness to be elected. Notice of such proposals must reach the Honorary Secretary 30
days before the Annual General Meeting, ie. by 31st October 2005. Nominations will
be reported to and considered by the Annual General Meeting to be held on
Wednesday 30th November 2005 at Dartmouth House at 6.30 pm.
Nominations for Governors
of the ESU
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Diary Dates
SEPTEMBER
Wednesday 7 to Friday 9 September
International Council
This occasion will open with a Reception at Dartmouth House. Lord
Watson will make a formal speech covering the international aspects
of his chairmanship on Thursday 8 September. The following day, at
a meeting in the Churchill Room at the House of Commons, he will
be presented with the Churchill Medal by Lady Soames. Speakers at
the Dinner which follows will include Lord Hunt and William Miller,
Chairman of ESU of the United States
Wednesday 14 September 10.30-11.30am
At Home at Dartmouth House
Members and their friends are invited to coffee at Dartmouth House
Contact: Jacqueline Abbott
Wednesday 14 September at 6.00-8.00pm
ESU Alumni Association Reunion: drinks reception at
Dartmouth House
Tickets: £15
Contact: Jo Wedderspoon
Friday 30 September - Sunday 2 October
The 2005 Branches Conference will be held at the Adelphi Hotel,
Liverpool. The working programme will include panel sessions on
ESU and Education, Branches Development and Public Speaking,
Programmes and Recruitment Presentations from ESU Alumni and
an update on the international network. Social events will include a
Reception at the Town Hall, a boat trip on the Mersey, and superb
entertainment at the Opening Dinner. The Guest Speaker at the
Gala Dinner will be Lord Watson
Contact: Meriel Talbot
OCTOBER
Wednesday 5 - Sunday 9 October
ESU Education Conference, Bucharest, Romania
At the invitation of the Romanian Ministry of Education, an ESU
Conference entitled The Educational Role of English: How it is
Taught, How it is Learnt and How it is Used will be held in the
Presidential Palace of Cotroceni, Bucharest, on 7 October. This is
a real privilege. A cultural programme will be organised by ESU
Romania Bucharest, to include an extended City Tour of Bucharest
and a visit to the glorious Carpathian Mountains and surrounding
countryside
Contact: Helen Green
Tuesday 11 October at 7.00 pm
“1998 - 2005: 7 years of British Museum excavations in Sidon,
Lebanon” Literary Lecture at Dartmouth House given by Dr. Claude
Doumet Serhal, Special Assistant at the British Museum, Honorary
Research Fellow University College London and Director of the
Excavations at Sidon, Lebanon
Tickets: £5.00 to include a glass of wine
Contact: Katie Brock
Wednesday 12 October 10.30-11.30am
At Home at Dartmouth House
Members and their friends are invited to coffee at Dartmouth House
Contact: Jacqueline Abbott
Wednesday 19 October at 7.00pm
Dorothy Kingston, soprano, accompanied by Markus Compton, will
sing American vocal music at Dartmouth House, including Negro
spirituals, American folk songs and Broadway hits
Tickets: £7.50 to include a glass of wine
Contact: Katie Brock
Monday 24 October at 7.00pm
Lecture in aid of the ESU Music Scholarships
Diaghilev, Russian Artists and the Ballet Russes given by
Princess Nina Lobanov-Rostrovsky
Tickets: £5.00 to include a glass of wine
Contact: Katie Brock
Tuesday 25 October at 12 noon
Literary Lunch with Sir Christopher Meyer
Former Press Secretary to Prime Minister John Major, from
1994 to 1996 and Ambassador to the US from 1997 to 2003,
Sir Christopher will present his memoirs at a Literary Luncheon
at Dartmouth House
Copies of the book entitled DC Confidential will be available for
purchase and signing
Tickets: £32 to include 2 course lunch, wine and coffee
Contact: Katie Brock
NOVEMBER
Tuesday 1 November at 6.30pm
Lecture at Dartmouth House by James Taylor on Horatio Nelson:
Hero of Trafalgar. Reception 6.30pm, Lecture 7.00pm In aid of
the ESU Chilton Art History Scholarship
Tickets: £17.50 to include a glass of wine
Contact: Jacqueline Abbott
Thursday 10 November at 7.00pm
Literary Lecture at Dartmouth House.
David Faber will present his new book, Speaking For England,
the riveting and moving story of an English political tragedy: how
Leo Amery, a member of Churchill's wartime cabinet, saw his son
hanged for treason
Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing
Tickets: £5.00 to include a glass of wine
Contact: Katie Brock
Wednesday 9 November 10.30-11.30am
At Home at Dartmouth House
Members and their friends are invited to coffee at Dartmouth House
Contact: Jacqueline Abbott
Sunday 13 November
ESU Music Scholarship Fundraising Concert at St Paul's, Waldenbury
with ESU scholar, Simon Wallfisch, cellist, accompanied by pianist
Rhodri Clarke. St Paul's Walden Bury in Hertfordshire is a large
stately home well known for the 18th Century Landscape Garden
with temples, statues and lakes. The house was the birthplace and
childhood home of HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother
Contact: Katie Brock
Tuesday 13 December at 7.00pm
ESU annual Christmas Concert at Dartmouth House, with seasonal
music and readings
Tickets: £15 to include mulled wine, sandwiches and mince pies
Contact: Katie Brock
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