Alumni Events
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INSIGHTS Public Lectures
Newcastle alumni are invited to these free lectures on campus, showcasing the best thinkers of today.
Date
Time
Location
Various dates up until May
Lectures begin at 5.30pm (unless otherwise stated) and last for approximately one hour
Curtis Auditorium, Herschel Building, Newcastle University NE1 7RY
- Guest Speakers
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What is the fundamental purpose of a university in the 21st century?
This debate challenges us to rethink the core mission of higher education in a world that demands both adaptability and integrity.
Date
Time
Location
Tuesday 10 March 2026
18:00 - 21:00 (GMT)
Lloyds, 10 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7AE
- Guest Speakers
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The Rage and Bonds Machine: Social Media, Misinformation, and the Rise of Radical Populism
Join Dr Martin Farr (Senior Lecturer in Contemporary British History) and Dr Majid Khosravini (Reader in Digital Media & Discourse Studies) to explore the explosive rise of radical populism and the powerful role media outlets play in fuelling it.
Date
Time
Location
Thursday 26 March 2026
12:30 - 13:30 (GMT)
Online via Zoom
- Guest Speakers
- Online Viewing Available
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The Watchdog Role: Journalism as a Check on Political Power
Join an all‑female panel of world‑leading journalists for a powerful conversation on how the press shapes democracy. Explore the evolving role of journalism and ask what responsibilities reporters will carry in shaping democracy in 2026 and beyond.
Date
Time
Location
Tuesday 5 May 2026
18:30 - 21:30
Frontline Club, 13 Norfolk Place, London, W2 1QJ
- Guest Speakers