Detail of the Sheldonian Theatre's ceiling
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Sheldonian Series
The Sheldonian Series is a new termly event convened by the Vice-Chancellor aimed to promote discussions about the big issues of the day, informed by our commitment to free and inclusive speech, diversity of thought and the vibrant exchange of ideas. This event is open to all students and staff, and will feature scholars and voices from a range of fields and viewpoints.
Sheldonian Series: Democracy
The inaugural event in the series took place on Monday 25 November 2024.
Read our news story: Sheldonian Series launches with an energetic and open exchange of views on 'Democracy'.
Moderator:
- Rachel Sylvester, Political Columnist at The Times
Speakers:
- Henry Zeffman, BBC Chief Political Correspondent
- Sonia Sodha, Chief Leader Writer and a Columnist at the Observer
- Professor Ben Ansell, Professor of Comparative Democratic Institutions
- Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO of New America and former Director of Policy Planning at the US State Department
- Professor Simon Johnson, Nobel Prize winner in Economics Sciences
Sign up to register your interest in attending future events in the Sheldonian Series.