Discourse on Sheldonian Series: Suppression of Opinions
The Sheldonian Series, a renowned event series at the University of Oxford, continues this academic year with a thought-provoking discussion on 'Cancel Culture' on Tuesday, 21 October 2025.
Hosted at the Sheldonian Theatre, the event promises to be a captivating evening, open to all, as it delves into the controversial topic of cancellation and its impact on free expression.
The discussion will be chaired by Professor Rob Fender, with Sunder Katwala, Director of the British Future think tank, Lord Young of Acton, General Secretary of the Free Speech Union and a Conservative peer, Zoe Williams, journalist and columnist at The Guardian, and Helen Mountfield KC, a Trustee for Index on Censorship and the Principal of Mansfield College, serving as panellists.
David Isaac, Provost of Worcester College, will moderate the discussion, ensuring a balanced and insightful exploration of the theme. The Vice-Chancellor will open and close the event, adding an official touch to the proceedings.
The Sheldonian Series, which aims to promote freedom of speech and inclusive inquiry within the collegiate University, has chosen 'Satire' as the theme for Trinity term. In the preceding Michaelmas term, the series focused on 'Cancel Culture'. For the upcoming Hilary term, the Series will discuss 'Activism'.
If you're interested in attending this intriguing event, bookings can be made online. For more details and to secure your seat, visit the provided link.
Join us at the Sheldonian Theatre on 21 October 2025 for a stimulating evening of debate and discussion on 'Cancel Culture'. It's an opportunity not to be missed for those seeking to engage with and understand the complexities of this pressing issue.
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