Warwick Question Time Part 3!
13 months ago
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Join us for the first Warwick Question Time of Term 2! As is customary, all the three main parties will be represented, as well as a few other notable campus politicos.
If the first and second editions is anything to go by, we can expect a vigorous and excellent debate, so come along and prepare to give the panellists a grilling! However, if you can’t make it in person, @warwickpolsoc will be posting live Twitter updates throughout. Simply affix #warwickqt to your tweets and have your say!
Afterwards, we will head to the Dirty Duck – where no doubt the debate will rage on into the night…
An inside perspective on the 2012 elections – a talk by Sharlina Hussain-Morgan
04 months ago
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On Thursday of Week 3, the Politics Society will be hosting a talk from Sharlina Hussain-Morgan. Sharlina is an Assistant Cultural Attache at the US Embassy in Grosvenor Square, having joined the American Foreign Service in 2011. Prior to this, she lived in Cairo working with local women’s rights organizations and the UN. She is heading back to Cairo in 2013 for her next diplomatic assignment.
The topic of her talk will be the American elections, and the content of it will self-evidently be influenced by the results of the upcoming Republican primary in South Carolina. The talk will be followed by a Q&A, as well as a drinks reception – a great opportunity to ask Sharlina questions on topics ranging from foreign policy, the special relationship or how to get into the field of diplomacy and the foreign service.
Great event for those of you who are interested in US politics, and would like the opportunity to network with a member of the Obama administration!
This is a Politics Society event, but non-members are also welcome to attend.attend. http://www.facebook.com/events/275866865801184/
Cheeky Cosmos and Cinema Trip to Coventry!!
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Welcome Back PolSoc!!
I hope you all made overly ambitious news years resolutions to eat better, drink less and be good…if so then join Polsoc in breaking all these silly little promises by stuffing your faces with Cosmo’s finest buffet food and toddling on down to the Cinema this Friday 20th Jan 
We are venturing out into the great unknown – Coventry?! ! We are also checking out the new film * THE IRON LADY* after the meal, which should make for an interesting bus journey home!
We have a table booked at Cosmos for 7:30pm, so just write below if your eating with us Here is the menu if you want a cheeky look? http://www.cosmo-restaurants.co.uk/find.php?rst_id=4
Then the Iron Lady Film will start at 9pm - http://www.odeon.co.uk/fanatic/film_info/m13331/The_Iron_Lady/
*Some of you will already have seen this film, but do come along for the meal, should be a really fun night!*
Info for booking tickets will be up later this week, so check back!
Directions to Cov/ how to get the Number 12 bus etc -
Text me Rachel 07990 554972 and I will come and meet Freshers/Campus dwellers on Friday
Look forward to seeing you soon xxx
Perspectives OUT NOW!
06 months ago
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Issue 13 of Perspectives, the societies prized bi-termly magazine, is out now around campus. You can pick up your copy from the ground floor of the library, the Social Sciences foyer, near the entrance of Humanities by the sofas or in SU:HQ by reception.
This issue contains some great articles covering topics such as the Euro Crisis and the Presidential race in the US. If you fancy having a go at writing a piece for Perspectives then please do so. The deadline for the next issue will be the Saturday of Week 2 next term, so you have the whole Christmas period to get those creative juices flowing.
Just submit your article to warwickperspectives@gmail.com,
Many Thanks and I hope you all enjoy the issue
Peter & Ishani
PolSoc hit Brussels!
06 months ago
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The Politics Society are starting to plan a trip to Brussels in the Easter Holidays. There are no confirmed details but our initial plan is for a 2 or 3 night trip at the end of week 20, leaving either on the Thursday or Friday (15th/16th March). The trip would include a number of activities including a visit to the European Commission.
At this stage we are trying to get an idea of numbers, so if you are interested please let us know by signing up on our SU page (CLICK HERE). YOU MUST SIGN IN FIRST!
NOTE: You have to be logged in to the SU website to see the signup – and simply clicking ‘attending’ on this page isn’t enough!
Hope you’re all as excited about this as we all are!
The Exec
2nd Question Time
06 months ago
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With the Eurozone seemingly collapsing around our ears, Warwick Politics Society invite you to pick your way through the (figurative) debris, and join us for the second Warwick Question Time of the term! As is customary, all the three main parties will be represented, as well as a few other notable campus politicos.
If the first edition is anything to go by, we can expect a vigorous and excellent debate, so come along and prepare to give the panellists a grilling! However, if you can’t make it in person, @warwickpolsoc will be posting live Twitter updates throughout. Simply affix #warwickqt to your tweets and have your say!
Afterwards, we will head to the Dirty Duck – where no doubt the debate will rage on into the night…
Elections!
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Hi guys!
The Politics Society will be running elections on Wednesday of Week 7 (16th Nov) for three deputy exec positions! If you’re a fresher or second year, this is an excellent opportunity to get involved in what the society’s doing this year, and great preparation for running for a more senior position in next year’s exec.
We are looking to elect the following deputy officers:
Deputy Academic Officer – You will be assisting Ben in organising academic events. This involves confirming panellists for Warwick Question Time debates, arranging talks for our members, and planning for a European trip in Term 2.
Deputy Publications Officer - You will be assisting Peter in publishing the society magazine, Perspectives. This involves proof-reading articles, sending emails asking for contributions and promoting the magazine.
Deputy Social Secretary – You will be assisting Rachel in organising socials, whether they be casual meals, big nights out or something else – be creative!
If you’re interested in running for any of the above three positions, send us an email (su287@sunion.warwick.ac.uk) stating your name, and which position you’d like to stand for. Before the election, make sure to prepare a speech of no more than 150 words, explaining why you’d be suited for the role, and setting out some of your ideas for improving PolSoc. If you absolutely can’t make the vote in person, but still want to stand for a position, please let us know and email the text of your speech to us so it can be read out in the meeting!
Ideal candidates need not have vast amounts of society experience – indeed, even if you’ve never been on a society exec before, we still want to hear from you if you’re proactive, able to work well in a team, and enthusiastic about making PolSoc a better society!
The Exec
PolSoc hit Parliament!
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On Friday November 11th, the Politics Society will be popping down to London for a whistle-stop tour of the Mother of Parliaments™. The tour will stop in at the historic Westminster Hall, the Queen’s Robing Room (one for all you monarchists out there) and of course the Lords and Commons debating chambers!
Places are limited, and operate on a first-come-first-served basis – so if you are interested in coming along, please email your name and your year of study to J.Goggs@warwick.ac.uk.
Remember – you MUST be a member of the society to go on this trip!
(28/10/11) ***ALL PLACES FOR THIS TRIP HAVE BEEN FILLED***
Politics Society Pub Golf!
08 months ago
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Hi PolSoc Pub Golfers
Will you join us for a rather drunken display of politics pub golf via a scenic route of Leamington’s finest/cheapest pubs??
Nine holes of beverages and banter in delightful golfing vests, knee highs and flat caps!
Whether your up to the challenge of nine holes or just want to caddy/carry a mate around Leamington…Everyone is welcome! Freshers, 2nd and 3rd years – get your golfing gear on!!
FRIDAY 14TH OCTOBER, tee off at 7pm at Leamington Highstreet, Whitehorse Pub
Hole 1 – Duke (7pm)
Hole 2 – Copperpot (7:30ish)
Hole 3 – Kokos(8ish)
Hole 4 – Loose Box (8:30ish)
Hole 5 – Benjamin Satchwells (9ish)
Hole 6 – The Lounge (9:30ish)
Hole 7 – Robin’s Well (10ish)
Hole 8 – TJs (10:30ish)
Hole 9 – Kelseys!!
If your a fresher and on campus – we will meet on the Piazza at 6:30pm and all catch the bus together in our fabulous golfing attire (do not stand me up!!)
Feel free to bring along housemates/gfs/bfs/cheeky drinkers!
If you come late/cant find us/want to see my face…text me on 07990 554972 Rachel Social Sec!
Warwick Question Time
08 months ago
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It’s been a busy summer: The Murdoch Empire humbled; supposed near economic collapse in the financial markets; apparent social collapse with riots across England and now the collapse of the Gaddafi regime.
Against this backdrop we’ll have representatives of Warwick Labour, Lib Dems, Conservatives and Libertarians (plus maybe a few others!) to debate in the first Warwick Question Time of the year!
Everyone’s welcome to attend. If you have an interest in politics or current affairs please come along, the event will most likely be followed up with a trip to the Dirty Duck too.
Further details will be added closer to the event date but it will be held on Thursday the 13th, click for the Facebook Event.
Please note David Dimbleby probably won’t be attending.
