Welcome to the Oxford Union

 PRESIDENT'S WELCOME

Dear Members,

Standing at the very centre of Oxford life, the Union is an institution like no other. Where else can a student debate alongside Cabinet Ministers, Senators, newspaper editors and award-winning novelists? Where else can one freely question world leaders like Hamid Karzai, challenge David Cameron in an open forum, have dinner with Richard Dawkins, meet General Petreus, or hear a live set from Incubus? Where else gathers together a lending library with a vibrant bar, regular themed social events, and space simply to read and chat at all times of the day? The Union combines all of these and more, giving its students an unparalleled choice of activities and benefits from their membership. Forming a central part of the Oxford experience, Oxford just wouldn't be Oxford without being a part of the Union.

Founded in 1823 as a haven for free speech during an age noted for University repression, the Union has remained devoted to the principles of free expression, democratic governance, and student self-government. Entirely free of University controls, The Oxford Union is run by its members, for its members, enshrining student control of the institution.

With the Union's committee working hard over the Summer Vacation to plan the term ahead, this Michaelmas is shaping up to be exciting indeed. Join us in first week as we debate the Union's annual motion 'This House has No Confidence in Her Majesty's Government' where we will seek to hold the Coalition Government to account in what promises to be the most exciting such debate in a decade. Don't miss out on the experience of a lifetime.

I look forward to meeting you in October.

Regards,

James Kingston
President

TICKETS

The following tickets to social events are currently available from the General Office, subject to availability:

There are no more socials this term. 

You may purchase tickets for yourself and up to three other members (i.e. four tickets in all) ONLY PROVIDED you have the absent Members' Membership Cards.  Cheques should be payable to 'The Oxford Union' and have cheque guarantee card details on the reverse. For further ticket purchase terms & conditions applicable to all Union social events, please click here.