Sheldonian Series Disruptions: Controversy Over Suppression of Free Speech
The Sheldonian Series, an ongoing academic event in Oxford University, is set to delve into the topic of 'Cancel Culture' on October 21, 2025. This thought-provoking discussion forms part of the Michaelmas term theme and is open to all.
The event will be graced by a distinguished panel of speakers, including Helen Mountfield KC, Lord Young of Acton, Zoe Williams, Sunder Katwala, and David Isaac, Provost of Worcester College, who will moderate the discussion. The Vice-Chancellor will open and close the event, adding a touch of official grandeur.
The Sheldonian Series, known for promoting inclusive inquiry within the collegiate University, aims to foster open discussions and promote freedom of speech. The series, which is part of The University Year, focuses on issues relating to 'Power' for the current term, but the themes for future terms are Activism (Hilary term, February 2026), Satire (Trinity term, May 2026), and Cancel Culture (Michaelmas term, October 2025).
The discussion will centre around a debate on whether cancellation is a threat to free expression or a necessary means of accountability. Following the panel's insights, the event will open up for an audience Q&A, providing attendees with the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers.
If you're interested in attending this intriguing event, you can book your tickets online at our website.uk/news-and-events/The-University-Year/sheldonian-series. Don't miss out on this engaging discourse that promises to shed light on a topic currently shaping societal discourse.
