Around Cambridge this week
Varsity Politics Survey
Trinity Hall Politics Society Talk
WYVERNS GARDEN PARTY 2010 - perform at it!
Engineers without Borders Events
Trinity College Photographic Society photography exhibition
* Wolfson College June Event - The Crystal Maze *
LIVE LOUNGE
Dear all,
This week, Varsity is running a Politics Survey. Please visit the link below and fill out the short form you find there - it should take no longer than a couple of minutes. Your participation is much appreciated!
http://www.varsity.co.uk/politics-survey
The survey will close at noon on Wednesday, 3rd March.
Thank you!
Best wishes,
Emma & Laurie
"Trinity Hall Politics Society Present 'Should the House of Lords be Reformed?: A Panel Debate'
Trinity Hall Politics Society is proud to announce its final event of the term, which will be a panel discussion featuring a number of distinguished peers and academics, including Lord Norton, Conservative peer, author and academic, described as 'our greatest living expert on Parliament' and 'a world authority on constitutional issues'; Lord Tyler, a Liberal Democrat peer and former MP; The Earl of Erroll, a cross-bench peer who first entered the Lords in 1978; and Dr Meg Russell, Reader in British and Comparative Politics at UCL. This is a unique opportunity to hear from a number of world-renowned experts on the hugely important issue of House of Lords reform. The talk will be hosted by Professor Andrew Gamble, Professor of Politics at the University of Cambridge.
When: 6pm, Thursday 4th March 2010
Where: Graham Storey Room, Trinity Hall"
WYVERNS GARDEN PARTY 2010
The Gentlemen Wyverns are currently looking to recruit performers for their 81st annual garden party on Suicide Sunday, 13th June 2010. We are looking for bands, DJs, roaming entertainers and other ‘interesting acts’. This would be an ideal warm-up before May Week.
See Facebook group: ‘Wyverns Garden Party 2010’
Email: wyverns.gp.2010@googlemail.com
Urban Water and Sanitation Course: Challenges of Collaborative Projects (13th March)
Engineers Without Borders Cambridge / Mott MacDonald WASH Series
The fourth instalment in the series, this course will aim to introduce participants to the manner in which urban development projects are carried out, and some of the technologies involved.
Donor organisations, NGOs, local government, consultants, contractors, end-user communities and operators all interact in these projects: What challenges does each actor face in its dealings with others? What pressures hinder success, and how can they be overcome? Participants will be introduced to the issues by expert speakers, and then find out for themselves in a practical exercise based on a real case study!
Addressing an aspect of development practice often neglected in training, this course is a must for anyone looking to work on development projects in any capacity.
For more information, or to book a place, go to:
http://ewb-cam.org/home/events/33-uwsccp-2010
========================== Interested in disaster relief and development? Want to spend a day learning about shelter from experts in the field? This course aims to provide an introduction to shelter, from international planning through to project implementation and the associated practical technical skills. This will be the fourth year of the Cambridge Shelter Course. Planned for early March, it is aimed at students and professionals of all disciplines who want to learn more about the issues surrounding shelter in the wake of humanitarian crises - from initial response through to reconstruction, development and mitigation. Due to extenuating circumstances linked to the recent Haiti disaster and ongoing relief effort, this year's course will run for 1 rather than 2 days. With a mix of theory and hands-on workshops delivered by expert speakers, this course will educate and inspire. Trinity College Photographic Society is hosting a photography exhibition LOUDER! MUSIC EVENT! Wednesday 10th March. Selwyn College Diamond. Music from a variety of Cambridge music acts. Tickets can be bought online at http://www.loudermusic.co.uk/shop.html or directly from performers. £3 Entry. Be there.
Shelter Course 2010 (13th March)
For more information, or to book a place, go to
http://ewb-cam.org/home/events/28-example-tc
this weekend (March 6th-7th). The 'Journey' themed exhibition will take
place in Nevile's Court, Trinity College. Please come along between
10am-5pm to view some spectacular photos. *Entry via The Avenue only* (not
great gate). See the website for details: www.trin.cam.ac.uk/tcps
* Wolfson College June Event - The Crystal Maze *
"Will you start the fans, please!"
Feast like royalty in the MEDIEVAL Zone...thrill to the spark and clash of
fairground rides in the INDUSTRIAL-FUTURISTIC Zone...quench your thirst
with luxurious relaxing ice bar set in the OCEAN Zone...dance through the
night to the beats of the AZTEC Zone...
Date: Friday 18th June 2010
Price: £60 for non-dining £80 for dining
Time: 9-5am
Dining Starts with a champagne reception at 7pm
BOOK NOW AND GET £5 OFF EACH TICKET AS PART OF THE EARLYBIRD DISCOUNT!
Wolfson College will play host to one night of extravagance and adventure
as its grounds become the Crystal Maze, with four zones in which to
indulge, including an ice bar, shisha beach, grand casino, many fairground
'crystal maze' games and entertainment, TOP NAMED DJ's like Ben UFO and
Jackmaster, plus the Wolfson Howler returns with all the best acts from
throughout the year!
Tickets include food (hog roasts, sushi, candyfloss, popcorn and much much
more is planned!) and drink along with all the delights and surprises that
will greet you on the night.
The Crystal Maze June Event promises to be a dazzling night of
entertainment and excitement - the perfect way to round out your May Week!
www.wolfsonjuneevent.co.uk ,
Presenting....
LIVE LOUNGE
Thursday the 11th March
A night of innovative covers from Cambridge's best singers and musicians.
Featuring the music of:
Massive Attack
Jay-Z
Sufjan Stevens
The Beatles
Adele
The Smiths
Beirut
Radiohead
Elbow
and more...
Presented by a live band and session musicians, with arrangements by contemporary composers.
9pm entry, first set at 9.30pm.
La Raza, £3.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10150098442550408&ref=ts