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the Durham Union
EASTER 2021 TERM
CARD
FREE SPEECH SINCE 1842
President’s Welcome
Welcome to the Easter term of
the Durham Union, it is my
pleasure to present you an
exciting term card. We have an
excellent range of speakers from
all walks of life. They will be talking
to us on a wide variety of subjects,
from conducting an orchestra to
planning a city. All of our guests
have fascinating and enthralling
careers. Thanks to the new forms
of technology, we are able to see
and hear from speakers who beyond what we are taught.
would otherwise be unable to join These values make the Union such
us, such as those from the heat a special place not only in the
and warmth of El Salvador to the University but also in our hearts. I
concrete jungle of New York. hope that during this term you will
find the Union a truly enriching
Our Society is proud to champion experience.
free speech since 1842, providing As we are now coming out of the
a community that fosters ideas to pandemic and the sun is shining,
improve the state of the world. As even in Durham, we are all looking
the oldest and largest society of forward to the possibility of
the University. The Union is at the enjoying a form of normality in the
very heart of the Durham coming months. It will give me
experience, especially during this great pleasure during this
challenging time. A place for extraordinary time to welcome
students to exchange thoughts, and meet you at the Durham
grow and make friendships for Union.
life.
I would like to wish everyone of
you a very safe and enjoyable rest
When I first joined the Union, I
of the academic year.
encountered a sense of
community, a desire to listen to
one another, a passion to go
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Event Calendar and Social Distaancing
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
25 26 27 28 29 30 1
st
1 April Dr Salvador
Alvarez
Leticia Jauregui Angel Gurria May
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
nd
2 Luis Vidal Lord Alton of
Liverpool
Universityy Exam Period
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
th
7 June Cymry Welsh
Society Debate
Marisol Argueta Durham French
Society Debate
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
th
8 Mark Thompson Rt. Hon. Jacob
Rees-Mogg
Baroness Cox Leadership
Workshop
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
9th João Vale de
Almeida
Sir James
MacMillan
Guitele
Chernitzky
Carlos Miguel
Prieto
Online Access Union Facilities and Socials
As a result of ongoing social distancing measures, all debates and addresses are to Unfortunately, all Union Facilities must remain closed over this Easter Term,
be delivered online via a livestream on our ‘The Durham Union Members 2020-21’ including the debating chamber and 24s. Despite this, Social Committee is working
Facebook page. All online events unless noted otherwise will begin promptly at hard to deliver covid compliant events after the University Exam Period and the
8pm. Questions can be asked by posting a comment in the livestream’s chat. easing of lockdown restrictions. Although we have no news at this time, any update
on socials will be widely publicised on our Facebook page and mailing list once we
can provide one.
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Addresses & Debates
Dr Salvador Alvarez Angel Gurria
The Other Pandemic: Building Back Better:
HIV and AIDS The future of the World Luis Vidal
Dr Salvador Alvarez is a renowned Economy The Future of Cities
specialist on infectious diseases and Luis Vidal is the renowned architect
chair of the international activities Leticia Jauregui Angel Gurria is a Mexican economist
behind Heathrow Airport Terminal 2
who since 2005 has held the position
committee at the Mayo Clinic in Florida. Women and Social of Secretary-General for OECD. He had
and Colorado Air and Space Port. His
He is also a recipient of the Eugene practice has won numerous awards,
Page award.
Entrepreneurship previously served as Mexico’s
most recently Andalucía Inmobiliaria’s
Secretary of Finance (1998-2000)
Leticia Jauregui is a member of the Outstanding Innovative Project for the
Monday 26th April Global Shapers Community of the 4pm, Thursday 29th April Loyola University Campus in Chicago.
World Economic Forum and ranked as
Monday 3rd May
one of Mexico’s most powerful women
by Forbes Magazine.
Tuesday 27th April
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Addresses & Debates
University Exam Period
10th May - 4th June
The Durham Union Society will suspend
Marisol Argueta addresses and debates during the
De Barillas University Exam period.
Stakeholder Capitalism
Marisol Argueta is Head of Latin
Cymry Durham Welsh
America at the World Economic Forum Society Debate
Lord Alton of Liverpool and former Foreign Minister of El
Mark Thompson 7th June
Salvador. Her address will discuss In collaboration with Cymry Durham
Confronting Genocide, creating a world economy that works Former Director Welsh Society, we will be hosting a
Atrocity Crimes, and for progress, people, and the planet. General of the BBC debate on “The state of the Welsh
Totalitarianism Thursday 10th June A veteran of the media industry, Mark
Language”.
Thompson has previously served as the
A former Liberal Democrat MP, Lord
Alton has been a notable critic of China
Direct General of the BBC and as Durham French Society
President and CEO of the New York
and has recently campaigned to give
Times Company. He has also served as
Debate
the UK High Court the power to
an editor of Panorama and Newsnight. 11th June
determine if genocide has occurred.
In collaboration with Durham French
Tuesday 4th May Monday 14th June Society, we will be hosting a debate
on “Secularism in the French State”.
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Addresses & Debates A Word from the Salvation Army
The past year has impacted us all,
but as is so often the case, the
most vulnerable in our society have
been the worst affected. The work
done by groups like the Salvation
Army is therefore more important
than ever and so we would like to
include a word from them talking
about the effect the pandemic has
had on their work in the local area:
“Unfortunately due to the pandemic
the community café at Sanctuary 21
has been closed. However, this has
not stopped us working alongside
the council and other agencies to and other funding streams restricted
The Rt. Hon. Jacob continue to support homeless and we have had less income coming in
vulnerable people in Durham. We
Rees-Mogg MP have continued to provide food and
during this period. As we prepare for
reopening in the coming weeks any
Leader of the House of shower facilities for rough sleepers support will be much appreciated to
on a referred emergency basis. We help our work moving forward.”
Commons have also worked closely with
housing solutions to help get rough - Sanctuary 21, The Salvation Army
Conservative MP for North East
Baroness Cox sleepers into permanent and The Durham Union Society is
Somerset and current Leader of the emergency accommodation
House of Commons, Jacob Rees-Mogg Providing aid and throughout the pandemic.
looking at supporting the Salvation
Army through our own fundraising
was a prominent proponent of Brexit advocacy for victims of On Christmas Day we provided 60 later in the term, but please do
consider giving now at this difficult
and is now a key figure in Cabinet.
war and persecution hot and cold meals and delivered
them to those in emergency time.
Tuesday 15th June Beyond her work as a crossbench life accommodation across County You can give to Sanctuary 21’s Covid
peer, Baroness Cox is a human rights Durham. With the café being closed fundraiser here
activist who is the CEO and founder of
the Humanitarian Aid Relief Trust.
Thursday 17th June
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Addresses & Debates
Sir James MacMillan
Music Composition’s
Moral Dimension
Sir James MacMillan CBE, composer
and artistic director of the Cumnock
João Vale de Almeida Tryst, will discuss if there is a moral
Guitele Chernitzky
dimension to musical composition and
Head of the EU if a composer’s work ever impacts the Kindness in Leadership
Delegation to the United desire to sustain civic values. Guitele Chernitzky is a renowned
Carlos Miguel Prieto
Kingdom Tuesday 22nd June Mexican Radio host and advocate for Conductor, Director of
Having previously served as the
mental health and reforming workplace Orquesta Sinfonica
practices.
Ambassador of the European Union to Nacional de México
the United States (2010-14) and to the Thursday 24th June
Recipient of Musical America’s 2019
United Nations (2015-29), João Vale de Conductor of the Year, Carlos Miguel
Almeida is now first head of the EU Prieto is Mexico’s preeminent
delegation to the United Kingdom. conductor, directing the Orchestra of
Monday 21st June the America’s and the Louisiana
Philharmonic in addition to his national
orchestra
Friday 25th June
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Getting
INVOLVED Who’s Who
There are many ways to become involved in the Union besides
attending our events. Putting together our termly programmes is
a huge undertaking, involving a host of elected officers and
committees. There really is a role for everyone who wants to get
involved.
President’s Committee
President
Helps the President-Elect to prepare for their upcoming term, by
Nicolas Mariscal Palacio
researching potential speakers for addresses, debates and forums, and
assisting them in the drafting of invitations.
Rules Committee
Assist the Returning Officer in running free and fair elections to all Union
positions, by scrutinising procedures. They also ensure that the Union’s
constitution is constantly up to date and relevant.
Treasurer Secretary President-Elect
Consultative Committee Dylan Cresswell Ryan de'Vere Maddie Hurley
Connects the Union with the colleges. It consists of a representative from
each of the University’s colleges, who are elected in order to gather
members’ feedback, and distribute Union publicity to members of their col-
lege.
House Committee
Responsible for taking care of the logistical operations that accompany Sponsorship Custodian Social Publicity
each of our events. Secretary Grace Annandale Secretary Officer
Social Committee Xavier Wain Hannah Williams Jack Morgan
Working with the Social Secretary, this committee helps organise and run
the Union’s social events.
Speakers Secretary - Rj Batkhuu Outreach Officer - Matthew Midlane
Sponsorship Committee Steward - To Be Elected Technologies Officer - Ben Doerry
Working with the Sponsorship Secretary, this committee encourages Equalities Officer - To Be Elected Assistant Custodian - Emily Gordon
outside bodies (local and national) to support the Union’s events.
Alumni Officer - Amy Mitchell Returning Officer - Tamara Herrington
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President’s Thanks
Life has been tough this year. The We will never forget the persistence an
nd charitable initiatives during the
stakes have been high, but we have of RJ Batkhuu in shaping this Term paast year and those that will
proven together that we can do Card, Ryan de’ Vere’s unrivaled co
ontinue to do so this term through
great things for our Union. Even with dedication, Xavier Wain’s our local Salvation Army.
the University being physically unparalleled perseverance and hard
closed, we kept open our 179 year work. Dylan Cresswell’s matchless
Iw
would like to congratulate Maddie
old forum and continue to be a drive, Hannah Williams’ contagious
Hurley for her election and wish her
beacon of free speech. This was only creativity and enthusiasm, Matthew
be
est of luck for Michaelmas. I am
possible thanks to all of you and your Midlane’s enlightening advice.
su
ure that it will be a superb term.
hard work. Alexander Roussopoulos’ constant
support, Ben Doerry’s technological
We must be very proud of all the wisdom, Freddie Green’s passion, Being part of the Union is a journey,
events that we have put together Sophie Tice’s exceptional fo
or some it has come to an end
and those that are still to come. This commitment. As well as Tamara w
while for others it has just started,
was only possible thanks to the Herrington’s, Grace Annandale’s but the memories and experiences
determination of the President's and Sarah Kuszynski's constant urge w
will never fade. We will continue to
Committee, that always went the for improving our Society. be
e a community that fosters ideas
extra mile. A special thanks to Jack to
o make the world a better place.
Morgan for all his efforts designing We are all very grateful to the
this Term Card in such a short span speakers for their time and passion I look forward to seeing everyone
of time; to Sharon for her uncondi- in sharing with us their perspectives annd thanking you in person for all
tional support to the everyday run- and solutions to the world’s most yoour support to the Union.
ning of the Union; to James Wroe pressing issues. The pandemic
and Tristan Pahl for their paramount enabled us to reflect on the
leadership throughout the past international dimension of the
year. Union through a rich variety of
opinions and debates.
The Durham Union is an enduring
community thanks to the Thank you to all those who
friendships that we have forged. supported the various fundraising
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WHY JOIN?
Free entry to addresses from celebrities and leading
public figures
Free entry to debates with expert speakers on a variety
of topical issues, every Friday evening
Online access to livestreams of addresses and debates
Access to the Union’s private bar and events venue at the
24 North Bailey Club
Free Admission to the events and facilities of the Oxford,
Cambridge, and Edinburgh Unions, as well as the Hist
and Phil societies of Trinity College Dublin
Access to our members-only socials, which are amongst
the best in Durham
Exclusive discounts and deals at independent shops
across Durham
The ability to get involved with the running of Durham’s
largest student society, a great addition to any CV
Socialise with students from a range of different colleges
and courses
Join online at dus.org.uk
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