OUIsoc World Cultural Fair
🌍🎉 *Join Us at the World Culture Fair!* 🎉🌍
The Oxford Islamic Society presents the *World Culture Fair*, a celebration of global traditions with *free international food!* Everyone is welcome, so bring your friends and curiosity!
📍 Mansfield JCR
📅 Saturday 15th February
⏰ 12:00 – 4:00 PM
See you there!
Morgan Sports Law talk on Anti-Doping Arbitration
Join Morgan Sports Law on Friday 31st January for an exciting presentation on their work in Anti-Doping Arbitration! ⚽🧑⚖
Morgan Sports represent athletes globally, protecting their rights and resolving sports disputes. This interesting area of law involves complex scientific issues, and is perfect for those interested in genetics, chemistry, biology, and pharmaceuticals - especially if you are already studying a STEM degree but looking to pursue a Law Conversion after graduation!
The event will run from 2:30-4pm in the Harris Lecture Theatre at Oriel College. Sign up using the attached link!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEu0JEVyBL714TV_TW4zEPpA0PQL_1d6qi0PbniP3ynsXFmQ/viewform
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
We are running this study to find out more about shame memories in people with and without experiences of childhood trauma such as abuse and neglect. Understanding more about such memories and emotions could help us improve psychological treatments working on these memories. for an online study of shame memories
What? You will be invited to complete a series of questionnaires online about emotions and mental health. The survey includes questions about experiences of potentially stressful events which may be upsetting. The survey will take around 30 minutes. You will also be asked to recall two childhood memories where you felt shame and fear (but not of another person), and to answer a few questions about each memory. To take part, follow the QR code or link above to access the survey.
Who? We are looking for volunteers aged 18-25, both with and without experiences of trauma in childhood. Volunteers must be living in the UK.
Interested? Want more information? Please contact Ellen Iredale at the Oxford Institute of Clinical Psychology Training and Research by email: ellen.iredale@hmc.ox.ac.uk
Oxbridge Intercultural Programmes KOREA Summer Programme RECRUITING: Mentors for a 1-week Educational Volunteering Programme in South Korea with FREE RETURN FLIGHT & ACCOMMODATION
Founded in 2009, Oxbridge Intercultural Programmes is a voluntary initiative led by a group of Oxford alumni. We’ve been organizing summer programmes in South Korea to offer Oxbridge students an opportunity to share their passion with young people in Korea and learn about this amazing country. This year, we’re running a one-week project which will take place at Poongmoon High School in Seoul, Korea to help local high school students explore diverse fields of interest with fun and inspiring activities that you will design and deliver. We’re looking for a group of current or recent Oxford students who will join us as Mentors on this year’s programme.
Benefits: - FREE return flight to South Korea (with flexible return dates for your own travel afterwards) - FULL accommodation + meals during the programme Requirements: - Responsible and enthusiastic undergraduate student of any discipline who can bring the best of Oxford culture - love of knowledge and innovative ways of learning. You need not hold any teaching qualifications. - Full-time residential commitment to teaching for the full duration of the programme.
Provisional dates are as follows:
Departure from London: 17 July 2024
Programme ends: 23 July 2024
You can find out more and apply NOW at: https://forms.fillout.com/t/mQGfJDvqN9us The deadline is 14 Feb (12 noon GMT) After reviewing your application, we will let you know by email whether or not you will be invited for an interview. To stay posted and to find out more about our programmes, please visit our Facebook page. facebook.com/oxbridge.intercultural.programmes Alternatively, you can contact us via email at oip.committee@gmail.com.
Experience TEDxOxford 2025: 'What If?' – Sunday, February 2nd, at the Sheldonian Theatre
Join us for an inspiring day at TEDxOxford as 12 exceptional speakers share their unique perspectives on the thought-provoking theme, 'What If?'. This year’s lineup features trailblazers from diverse fields, including: • Freshta Karim: Founder of Charmaghz, an NGO transforming children's education in Afghanistan with mobile libraries that have welcomed over 1 million visits since 2018. • Dr. Gabrielle Bourret-Sicotte: A climate-tech innovator and Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree, harnessing AI and satellite technology to protect nature-based assets. • David Mott: Venture capitalist behind £500m in investments across 100+ companies, and an Olympic modern pentathlon coach, exploring the synergy between business and sport. • Prof. Alec Ryrie: Professor of the History of Christianity at Durham University, and Fellow of the British Academy. He will be speaking about how the transformation of shared Western values can help us understand modern, and future, culture wars. Discover more about our incredible speakers and secure your tickets today at www.tedxoxford.co.uk. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a day that sparks curiosity and new ideas!
Brain Health Centre Healthy Volunteers Study
The Brain Health Centre Healthy Volunteers Study is currently looking for volunteers aged 16y old and over. The study involves one study session, lasting around 2.5hours, and involves having an MRI brain scan and a second optional session lasting approximately 30 minutes. we reimburse participants £10/per hour of participation as well as travel expenses.
If you would like to participate or would like more information, please get in touch with Sameera Shabir:
Email: sameera.shabir@psych.ox.ac.uk
Telephone: 01865 618240