International Students' Newsletter

Welcome back to Trinity Term! All of us here at the ISC hope you had a 
 restful and meaningful vacation, and are very excited about the events 
that we've lined up for this term and beyond.

In this issue of our weekly newsletter, we would like to share with 
you some of the events that will be held in the coming days and which 
we think will interest you, and hope you will enjoy reading it.

 As ever, your feedback is most welcomed. We wish you the very best for 
your endeavours this term!

Best wishes,
Sanjay (Welfare Officer) and Charlotte (Publicity Officer)


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Summary

1) Environmental Challenges in the 21st Century: Israel's Innovations 
and Contributions (Israeli Culture Society)
2) Sri Lankan Charity Concert (Sri Lankan Society)
3) Oxford Forum for International Development (Oxford Hub)
4) The Hands Up Fashion Show Ball (Hands up for Darfur)
5) Desserts Evening (French Society)
6) Film Screening (International Cinema Club)
7) Rwanda Trip (Aegis Students)
8) Notice from Moloney Search on Graduate Recruitment Opportunity in 
 Europe
9) Message from Bluestocking Recruitment

Websites

3) http://www.oxfordhub.org/oxfid
4) http://www.handsupfashionshow.com/
5) http://oufrsoc.googlepages.com/index.htm
6) http://www.internationalcinemaclub.org
7) http://www.aegistrust.org/

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1. ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES IN THE 21ST CENTURY: ISRAEL'S INNOVATIONS  AND CONTRIBUTIONS

Date: 14th May 2008
Time: 8.00pm to 10.00pm
Venue: Oriel College

Israel is at the cutting edge of responding to environmental problems, 
using ingenuity to provide water and irrigation to a land with little 
natural resources, and in creating agriculture in the middle of the 
desert.

Chair: Prof. Steve Rayner, Director of the James Martin Institute for 
Science and Civilization, Said Business School
Speakers: Prof. Avigad Vonshak, Director of the Blaustein Institute 
for Desert Research, BGU;
and Professor Alon Tal, chairman of the Life and Environment umbrella 
group of Israeli environmental organisations, and advocate of 
environmental protection in the Middle East, working
with Palestinian and Jordanian scientists.

There will be a free drinks reception after the lecture. Do come along 
to hear this interesting presentation and gain some unique insight 
into cutting edge solutions in the world today!

(This is an event co-organised by the Israeli Cultural Society, in 
 conjunction with the Israeli Culture Festival (Ifest) 2008.)

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2. SRI LANKAN CHARITY CONCERT

Date:   3rd May 2008
Time: 8.00pm
Venue: Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street, Oxford

Ticket Price:  £35.00 £25.00 £15.00 £10.00 (Student / under-18: half
price). Post-concert reception £15 Box office (Oxford Playhouse) no:
01865 305305 or On-Line: www.ticketsoxford.com

The Christ Church Festival Orchestra, conducted by James Ross, will
perform an all-Mozart programme: the Paris Symphony (No.31 in D Major)
and the 5th Violin Concerto in A major (with the Sri Lankan violinist
Mandhira de Saram as soloist), plus a costumed rendition by the Oxford
Opera Company of Act II of The Marriage of Figaro.

We do hope you will come to the concert, and bring all your friends.

Following the concert and for a small extra charge, members of the
audience will be invited to stroll across the road to a reception in one
of Oxford's most beautiful colleges, Trinity, by kind permission of 
the President, Sir Ivor Roberts; there they will be able to meet the
soloists and have a nightcap drink.

The concert has been organized by the Sunera Foundation (Sunethra 
Bandaranaike's charity for the disabled in SL) and featuring Sri Lankan
Mandhira de Saram.

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3. OXFORD FORUM FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Date: 9th to 11th May 2008
Time: (All day)
Event: Said Business School

After the huge success of the previous courses, the Oxford Hub brings 
back the International Development Course (IDC) in its new incarnation 
the Oxford Forum for International Development(OxFID).

This year the event will be held from the evening of 9th - 11th May 
2008 (end of third Week in Trinity Term) in the Said Business School, 
and our focus is on the vast and vibrant continent of Africa.

Highlights for the event include:
- Keynote address by Richard Dowden, Director of the Royal African Society
- Opening address by Ian Goldin, Former Vice President of the World Bank
- A packed weekend schedule of lectures and workshops run by 
representatives from the University, the African Union, the United 
Nations, and internationally-renowned NGOs (Oxfam, Amnesty 
International, Christian Aid, WaterAid, WarChild, Stop Child Soldiers 
Coalition, Save the Children, Global Witness and many more.)
- Panel debates on 'Civil Conflict in Africa', and the 'Past and 
Future of Aid to Africa'

Location: Said Business School

Cost: Tickets on sale NOW! £12 for the entire weekend. Includes lunch 
on Saturday and refreshments on Sunday. The Forum will be advertised 
nationally, so make the most of hearing about it first and buy tickets 
before the Oxford term starts.

Website: www.oxfordhub.org/oxfid

Contact Details: idc@oxhub.org

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4. THE HANDS UP FASHION SHOW BALL

Date: 25th April 2008
Time: (Evening)
Venue: The Oxford Town Hall

Much more than just a catwalk, an ALL-INCLUSIVE evening of dining, 
drink, dance and entertainment. all in aid of charities based in 
Darfur. This unprecedented night will be packed with attractions no 
other event in Oxford can offer, including: A thrilling range of 
entertainment, in keeping with our fabulous 'Ethereal' theme, from 
unbelievable escapology and mystical magic, to gravity defying stunts 
and breakdancing. There will also be a live performance from Mattafix 
- the duo whose 2005 single 'Big City Life' reached the top spot 
all over Europe!

Then of course is the one-off Fashion Show covered by Vogue, ELLE and 
Current TV, in which professional models, including Miss South Africa 
finalist Julia Jansch, will join forces with the finest models from 
Oxford. Our models will be adorned with clothes from an astounding 
range of designers, including John Galliano, Stella McCartney, Pucci, 
Anya Hindmarch, Stoned Cherry and talents of the future from Central 
St. Martins and London College of Fashion.

There will also be a delicious champagne and canape reception, 
followed by endless flowing free drinks from our wine and beer bar, 
exotic Shaken and Stirred Cocktails and Enchante haven. You can also 
eat your way through a feast of olives and cheese, sushi, Godiva 
chocolate dipped strawberries and G&D's ice cream!
To round off this brilliant night, you have free entrance to after 
party at Thirst Lodge, where you can enjoy the menu of delectable 
cocktails, before dancing the night away to the beats of a top London 
DJ.

£45 ALL INCLUSIVE - and EVERY £ of the ticket price goes to Medecins 
Sans Frontiers and Kids for Kids for their work in the Darfur camps 
and villages.

Check out Kids for Kids: http://www.kidsforkids.org.uk/
MSF Sudan: http://www.msf.org/msfinternational/countries/africa/sudan/index.cfm

For more information and to buy your tickets NOW go to: http://www.handsupfashionshow.com/
Or pidge cheques payable to "Hands Up for Darfur" to Jenni Webb at 
St Hugh's College. Please write your name, college and email address 
on the back of the cheque.

At a number of colleges - like Pembroke and Peters - you can also 
battel your tickets - email treasurer@handsupfordarfur.co.uk to find 
out if this option is available at your college.

Sponsored by Accenture and in association with Flare Promotions

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5. THE DESSERTS EVENING!

Date: 21st April 2008
Time: 8.00pm to 10.30pm
venue: Mansfield College Chapel

Bringing you swinging into Trinity in sumptuous style, the Oxford 
University French Society is delighted to invite you to a luxurious
 evening of  desserts, wine and indulgence.

Free-flowing Cava throughout the evening to supplement fabulous French 
desserts and delicious chocolates, all accompanied by the sweet sound of
live jazz.

 Entry is a snip at only £3 for members and £5 for non-members, and 
 FREE if you become a member on the door (£10 for the year, £20 for life).

It's the perfect way to celebrate the start of Trinity term, so make 
sure you arrive promptly to ensure your place!

Dress code: Smart


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6. INTERNATIONAL CINEMA CLUB FILM SCREENING

Date: 24th April 2008
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: Lecture Room 2, Thom Building, Dept of Engineering Science

Welcome back to Trinity Term 2008.  To start the term off, this Thursday
we'll be enjoying a joint event with the Oxford French Society to 
watch: Delicatessen (France, 1991, dir Jeunet/Caro, 90 mins, French with 
 English subtitles, UK Cert 15)

In this gloriously whimsical and surreal romance, an unconventional
butcher serves up highly 'unusual' ingredients to his customers.  A 
film which spawned a thousand copies in popular media and commercials,
 making it one of the most influential films of its decade.

Doors open at 7pm at Lecture Room 2, the Thom Building, Dept of
Engineering Science; evening begins at 7.30.  Refreshments to follow,
including some French nibblettes.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Katrina Malone
Secretary, ICC
enquiries@internationalcinemaclub.org
www.internationalcinemaclub.org

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7. RWANDA TRIP

Aegis Students has organised a 3 week long trip to Rwanda packed full 
of activity with a focus on learning about the genocide which tore 
 Rwanda apart in 1994, meeting the survivors and engaging in activities 
to confront its legacy and understand what we must do to help prevent 
it occurring again.

Participants will experience Rwanda's vibrant culture, visit genocide 
 memorial sites, build meaningful relationships with survivors, 
participate in social activities, discover the tourist sights, attend 
specially organised seminars, engage with university students in the 
recently formed Rwandan Aegis Students groups and contribute to Aegis 
 Trust's Rwanda projects.

Aegis was invited to create the Kigali Memorial Centre - which opened 
in 2004 - in partnership with the Kigali City Council. Aegis 
continues to run the centre and among other projects, provides support 
 to destitute survivors.

The trip costs just £1840 and includes Flights, Accommodation, Food 
and all scheduled activities over the three weeks we have arranged. 
Your return flight can be extended if you wish to stay in Rwanda or 
 indeed, travel around Africa, after the three weeks. There are 20 
places available.

Departure date: 17th July 08 (morning)
Return date: 08th August 08 (evening)

Follow the links below to download a booking form and find out more 
 details: Booking form: http://www.aegistrust.org/images/student/discover%20rwanda%20-%20booking%20form.doc
   More information: http://aegistrust.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=729&Itemid=371

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8. GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES IN A LEADING COMPANY

A graduate training programme within a leading telecommunications 
company

 Successful candidates to start in September 2008

THE ROLE:
You will be given the opportunity to get exposure to different areas 
of project management, consultancy and
business process improvement within the telecommunications field. The 
 role will require you to use and develop a blend of analytical, 
problem solving, technical and communication skills. You will also be 
working with cutting edge technology and world class experts in their 
field. Extensive training and development is provided to enable you to 
 develop within your role and to progress through the company after the 
end of your Graduate Programme.

LOCATION:
Benelux, Italy, Spain, Switzerland and Germany.

QUALITIES:
This organisation is looking for resilient and innovative individuals 
 who thrive on solving problems for customers (internal and external). 
You will also be articulate, driven and able to flourish in a team 
environment. Graduates will follow a fulfilling 'Structured Personal 
 Development Plan' and will be doing a valued job from day one. 
Applicants need to be able to demonstrate leadership skills, show 
evidence of participating in teams and have an enquiring mind. An 
interest in technology would be an advantage

Must have a strong academic record. Must have a permanent work permit 
for preferred location

APPLICATIONS: Please email a C.V. to Vicky Austin at va@moloneysearch.com

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9. MESSAGE FROM BLUESTOCKING RECRUITMENT

Dear Sir/ Madam,

Up for a challenge? Fancy working on our up and coming student 
 publication? Think you can make us bigger and better than ever before?

Bluestocking online journal is recruiting for its new team of staff 
for issues 4 and 5 (Trinity and Michaelmas '08). We publish 
 interesting and insightful articles about inspirational women in the 
 sciences, arts and humanities, past and present, with an emphasis on 
women as doers and creators. Past issues have included articles on 
Zelda Fitzgerald, wife of F. Scott Fitzgerald, artist, dancer and self-
 styled 1920s flapper; Olympe de Gouges, guillotined author and 
political activist of the French Revolution; and Hilda of Bingen, 
medieval medical theorist and practitioner. But we need a team of 
editors, publicity, design and support staff to make it all happen!

We are looking for a general editor; sub-editors (for science, arts 
and humanities separately); design head and team members; publicity 
head and team members; finance officer; and web and technical support 
 officer. All that is required is enthusiasm, energy and loads of ideas 
to help our recently launched journal grow. If you'd like to be 
involved, email editor@blue- stocking.org.uk or check out our website www.blue-stocking.org.uk
 , in the 'our team' section for more details. All we ask is that you 
think about and answer the following brief questions:

1. Which position are you interested in?
2. What relevant experience do you have?
 3. What do you believe the purpose/aim of Bluestocking to be?
4. How would you like to take Bluestocking forward?

Closing date for applications is midday Thursday 1st week, with 
informal interviews (probably over coffee!) held on Saturday 1st week.

Good luck!

Rebecca Gregory, General Editor

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