THURSDAY
11AM - 12PM
AN INTRODUCTION TO GERMAN
Miriam Kuenzel (Mansfield, 2015)
In this introductory course you will gain a first insight into the German languages. This includes the German alphabet, greetings, introducing yourself to others, and numbers.
VIA ZOOM
11AM - 12PM
HOW CITIES MIGHT, OR SHOULD, CHANGE?
Chaired by Dr David Howard (Mansfield, 1988), Co-Director of the Global Centre on Healthcare and Urbanisation at Kellogg College and Director of Studies for the Sustainable Urban Development Programme
Dr David Howard chairs a series of short presentations and lively discussion with Sustainable Urban Development colleagues and alumni on the future of urban living and city design in the current era of the pandemic.
VIA ZOOM
11AM - 12PM
PENGUINS AND PEAS: EXPLORING THE UNIVERSE TOGETHER
Professor Chris Lintott, Professor of Astrophysics
Whether it's studying black holes in nearby galaxies or counting penguins in the Antarctic, modern science is driven by data. Using discoveries and stories from the Oxford-led Zooniverse project, astronomer Chris Lintott will explain how volunteers are participating in research...and how you might discover your very own planet!
VIA ZOOM
12 - 1PM
ACTIVITY: AN INTRODUCTION TO RUSSIAN
University of Oxford Language Centre
This class is now full.
Click here for information on future online classes. Discounts are available for alumni.
VIA TEAMS
5 - 6PM
HOW TO BE A CONSCIOUS CAPITALIST
Hari Balasubramanian (St Catherine's, 2003), Co-founder of EcoInvestors Capital, Managing Partner of EcoAdvisors; Gayle Peterson, Director of Oxford Impact Investing and Social Finance Programmes
Join this panel of experts as they discuss the intersection of financial capital and environmental impacts.
VIA ZOOM
5.30 - 6.30PM
THE CHANGING FACE OF PPE - CELEBRATING 100 YEARS AT OXFORD
Moderated by Dr Jody LaPorte, Gonticas Fellow in Politics and International Relations. His Honour Judge Patrick Thomas QC (Lincoln, 1967), Ms Su-Shan Tan (Lincoln, 1986) Head of Private Bank & Asset Management, Development Bank of Singapore, Mr Peter Babudu (2001), Director of Strategy and Operations, The Social Innovation Partnership
The panel of speakers will discuss how PPE has developed as a course since its inception and how expanding access and broadening the curriculum can help improve the PPE experience. It will also discuss the future of the PPE degree and how we can train future leaders to generate positive change.
Whilst this session highlights Lincoln, all alumni are welcome to attend.
Registration may still be open for this event. Please contact jane.mitchell@lincoln.ox.ac.uk
Hosted by Lincoln College
VIA ZOOM
6 - 7PM
BOOK LAUNCH - 'A DUTIFUL BOY'
Mohsin Zaidi (Keble, 2003), Dr Ian Archer (Trinity, 1978)
Mohsin Zaidi will be talking with Dr Archer about his journey to acceptance as a gay Muslim.
Hosted by Keble College.
VIA ZOOM
7 - 8PM
LIVE BOOK CLUB MEETING: 'THE AGE OF INNOCENCE' BY EDITH WHARTON
Daniel Ibrahim Abdalla (Wadham, 2016)
Daniel Adballa, a DPhil candidate at Wahdam, who is focusing on the way that tropes in the Works of Henry James, Edith Wharton, and Elizabeth Robins are related to earlier advancements in evolutionary biology - will lead us in a discussion of our current alumni Book Club selection; The Age of Innocence, by Edith Wharton
VIA ZOOM
7 - 8PM
PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS AND THE ROLE OF THE DEVELOPMENT FINANCE INSTITUTION
Eric Clement (Hertford, 2013), Managing Director of New York City Economic Development Corporation
Given what is happening in the world today, it will be increasingly important for public and private entities to work together. The problem is, most private companies have no idea how to work with government entities because it’s not clear what many of these organizations do. I will walk through what NYCEDC is at a high-level, then talk more specifically about SIG, and give examples of how we have worked across industries. Hopefully this will spark some thoughtful conversations about the nature of the world today and how together we can address the challenges that face us.
VIA ZOOM
7 - 8PM
EXCLUSIVE EVENT FOR 2020 ALUMNI: NAVIGATING WORKPLACE CUSTOMS AND CULTURE
Dr Natalie Lundsteen (New College, 2004), Assistant Dean for Career and Professional Development in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Join Dr Natalie Lundsteen as she explores workplace customs and culture. What differentiates one workplace from another, and why should you care? When choosing a new role, getting started in one, or just adapting to working from home or in different circumstances, we will consider aspects of professional culture and practices, and how to manage interactions with colleagues to ensure your workplace aligns with what's important to you.
VIA MY OXFORD NETWORK.
A PERFORMANCE AT OXFORD OPEN DOORS 2018 FROM THE PAVLOVA WIND QUINTET AT THE SHELDONIAN THEATRE
The Pavlova Wind Quintet
Under normal circumstances, the Sheldonian Theatre proudly hosts a classical music concert to celebrate the end of Open Doors weekend, as that is not possible this year, enjoy a throwback to 2018. Find out more about the group involved on the Pavlova Wind Quintet website.
View more Oxford Open Doors events here.
