Discovery Day 2024 Dr Linden Bicket welcomes you to join us for our 2024 Discovery Day taking place on 11 June. View media transcript Hello, my name is Dr. Linden Bicket, and I'm a lecturer here in the School of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh. I'm here today to tell you about our annual discovery day for RMPS pupils and their teachers, which this year is on 11 June. This is a really fascinating opportunity to discuss the disciplines of theology and religious studies in all their various different incarnations and contexts. Last year we had pupils come here and join in interactive taster lectures on topics like Buddhism, the history of witchcraft in Scotland, and faith and the climate catastrophe. So we really hope that you'll join us and that you will have the opportunity to feel what it's like to be a student here at the University of Edinburgh studying theology and religious studies. We'll show you some of the treasures from our new college collections. And we'll welcome you to spaces like this. Our beautiful Rainy Hall, which is at the centre of the School of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh. Come along, join us, and we can't wait to discuss these topics with you. Event Description We are thrilled to have the opportunity to welcome schools from across Scotland to our Theology and Religious Studies Discovery Day which will be held at New College on Tuesday 11 June 2024. Our Discovery Day is a great way to introduce pupils to the wide and exciting range of topics and approaches available within Theology and Religious Studies. The day also allows us to discuss the value of studying these subjects and to showcase what it’s like to study them at university. Pupils attend taster lectures, and they engage in discussion about subjects that spark their interest and stir their passions. Register The deadline for registering interest has now passed. To raise any questions contact Events Officer Pippa Innes Provisional programme 11th June 2024, School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh Please note this programme is subject to change. 10-10.10 Arrival – Check-in at the 'black and white' corridor then proceed into the Assembly Hall 10.10-10.15 Video viewing: Students and staff tell you what it's like to study at the School of Divinity 10.15-10.25 Welcome from Professor Jeremy Carrette, Head of School 10.30-11.30 Session 1: mini-lectures Dr Nathanael Vette: 'Greek Lightning: Become a Greek Geek in 20 Mins' Dr Kirsteen Murray: ‘Are you accusing me? Scotland and Witchcraft’ 11.00-11.30 Rev Dr Michael Fuller: Genetic modification - some ethical and theological perspectives Dr Alysa Ghose: ‘Spirits, ghosts and witches are real – and can be great!’ 11.30-12.00 Break in various locations (teas, coffees, juice, biscuits) 11.45 Performance by the New College choir 12.00-1.00 Session 2 Panel discussion between students and staff on the topic: ‘Why study Theology and Religious Studies?’ Talk by New College alumnus and co-director of LEAD UK, Beth Jones "LEAD is a recently established charity whose vision is to raise up and release leadership in young people to transform their world." 1.00-2.00 Lunch in various locations During the lunch break there will be a chance to see some treasured religious artefacts, books and manuscripts from the New College Collections. Please note this is a first come, first served opportunity. Teachers must register interest in advance. 2.00-2.45 Session 3: Assembly Hall Dr. Upali Sraman: 'Buddhist Monasticism as a Lived Experience' 2.45 finish, depart Lunch and refreshments Teas, coffee, juice and biscuits will be provided in the morning break. We ask that all attendees bring a packed lunch and a water bottle if possible. Urns will be available to refill water bottles however we have a limited number of glasses. The closest places to buy lunch are 5 minutes walk away at Waverley Mall, however we have a busy schedule and entry to the building is by card access only so by asking attendees to bring their own lunch so we hope to minimise opportunities where pupils might get lost! Transport and parking We are a 5 minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station therefore we recommend reaching us by train where possible. We cannot provide parking at New College. You can find more information about parking spaces in Edinburgh city centre on the City of Edinburgh Council website Image Discovery Day Discussion Panel 2023 Image Professor Helen Bond Jun 11 2024 10.00 - 14.45 Discovery Day 2024 Our Theology and Religious Studies Discovery Day will be held at New College on Tuesday 11 June 2024. New College, Mound Pl, Edinburgh EH1 2LX
Discovery Day 2024 Dr Linden Bicket welcomes you to join us for our 2024 Discovery Day taking place on 11 June. View media transcript Hello, my name is Dr. Linden Bicket, and I'm a lecturer here in the School of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh. I'm here today to tell you about our annual discovery day for RMPS pupils and their teachers, which this year is on 11 June. This is a really fascinating opportunity to discuss the disciplines of theology and religious studies in all their various different incarnations and contexts. Last year we had pupils come here and join in interactive taster lectures on topics like Buddhism, the history of witchcraft in Scotland, and faith and the climate catastrophe. So we really hope that you'll join us and that you will have the opportunity to feel what it's like to be a student here at the University of Edinburgh studying theology and religious studies. We'll show you some of the treasures from our new college collections. And we'll welcome you to spaces like this. Our beautiful Rainy Hall, which is at the centre of the School of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh. Come along, join us, and we can't wait to discuss these topics with you. Event Description We are thrilled to have the opportunity to welcome schools from across Scotland to our Theology and Religious Studies Discovery Day which will be held at New College on Tuesday 11 June 2024. Our Discovery Day is a great way to introduce pupils to the wide and exciting range of topics and approaches available within Theology and Religious Studies. The day also allows us to discuss the value of studying these subjects and to showcase what it’s like to study them at university. Pupils attend taster lectures, and they engage in discussion about subjects that spark their interest and stir their passions. Register The deadline for registering interest has now passed. To raise any questions contact Events Officer Pippa Innes Provisional programme 11th June 2024, School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh Please note this programme is subject to change. 10-10.10 Arrival – Check-in at the 'black and white' corridor then proceed into the Assembly Hall 10.10-10.15 Video viewing: Students and staff tell you what it's like to study at the School of Divinity 10.15-10.25 Welcome from Professor Jeremy Carrette, Head of School 10.30-11.30 Session 1: mini-lectures Dr Nathanael Vette: 'Greek Lightning: Become a Greek Geek in 20 Mins' Dr Kirsteen Murray: ‘Are you accusing me? Scotland and Witchcraft’ 11.00-11.30 Rev Dr Michael Fuller: Genetic modification - some ethical and theological perspectives Dr Alysa Ghose: ‘Spirits, ghosts and witches are real – and can be great!’ 11.30-12.00 Break in various locations (teas, coffees, juice, biscuits) 11.45 Performance by the New College choir 12.00-1.00 Session 2 Panel discussion between students and staff on the topic: ‘Why study Theology and Religious Studies?’ Talk by New College alumnus and co-director of LEAD UK, Beth Jones "LEAD is a recently established charity whose vision is to raise up and release leadership in young people to transform their world." 1.00-2.00 Lunch in various locations During the lunch break there will be a chance to see some treasured religious artefacts, books and manuscripts from the New College Collections. Please note this is a first come, first served opportunity. Teachers must register interest in advance. 2.00-2.45 Session 3: Assembly Hall Dr. Upali Sraman: 'Buddhist Monasticism as a Lived Experience' 2.45 finish, depart Lunch and refreshments Teas, coffee, juice and biscuits will be provided in the morning break. We ask that all attendees bring a packed lunch and a water bottle if possible. Urns will be available to refill water bottles however we have a limited number of glasses. The closest places to buy lunch are 5 minutes walk away at Waverley Mall, however we have a busy schedule and entry to the building is by card access only so by asking attendees to bring their own lunch so we hope to minimise opportunities where pupils might get lost! Transport and parking We are a 5 minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station therefore we recommend reaching us by train where possible. We cannot provide parking at New College. You can find more information about parking spaces in Edinburgh city centre on the City of Edinburgh Council website Image Discovery Day Discussion Panel 2023 Image Professor Helen Bond Jun 11 2024 10.00 - 14.45 Discovery Day 2024 Our Theology and Religious Studies Discovery Day will be held at New College on Tuesday 11 June 2024. New College, Mound Pl, Edinburgh EH1 2LX
Jun 11 2024 10.00 - 14.45 Discovery Day 2024 Our Theology and Religious Studies Discovery Day will be held at New College on Tuesday 11 June 2024.
