This event launches a new book, from a series of colloquiums held at Ruskin College to celebrate its 125th anniversary. Established in 1899, the College’s roots were embedded in the workers’ education movement; one that would be of use and benefit to those who had been cut off from the standard educational routes. As an opportunity and access institution (to use the modern parlance), it catered for those with an intellectual thirst and a desirous aspiration. It was also a lever for those who wished to gain entry to higher education for personal, social, and economic reasons.

Speakers will include Professor Peter John CBE, Vice-Chancellor of the University of West London and Principal of Ruskin College, Oxford,  Professor Kathryn Mitchell, Vice-Chancellor of Derby University, and Dr. Rupa Haq, Member of Parliament for Ealing Central and Acton.

Tea, coffee and biscuits will be served from 5pm, with the talk from 5.30pm, followed by Q&A and drinks reception.

This event is free and open to all. If you have any questions please email events@kellogg.ox.ac.uk.

Open to: Friends of Kellogg, Members of Kellogg College, the public,