Following the end of the exam period on Friday, you will be delighted to hear that thoughts in College are now turning to post-exam events and celebrations to mark the end of the academic year. This email includes the date and times of upcoming College events open to all SCR members and further information about how you can sign up for each event will be sent in due course.
Dimensions Programme Online Public Lecture
David Harper: What is on top of Everest? An odyssey to the roof of the world.
Monday 14 June, 4 pm
(Last chance to hear from Professor Harper prior to his retirement as College Principal.)
Ever wondered what one would find at the top of the Everest Range in the Himalayas? Or who the spectacular mountainous landscapes of Tibet are home to?
A familiar face to many Mildertians, please join us in proudly welcoming Professor David Harper, Principal of Van Mildert College, Professor of Palaeontology, and Chair of the International Commission for Stratigraphy for an exciting evening that will not be one to miss!
With his exciting geological fieldwork taking him to magnificent wonders dotted around the globe, Dave will be sharing with us his personal journey of discovery shared with a multinational team of scientists. Prepare to hear exciting anecdotes about his many expeditions, including travelling to the Everest Range in the Himalayas to establish the precise age of the highest rocks on Earth and where these rocks originated, and how the breathtaking landscapes of Tibet are home to a unique culture, spectacular temples and a distinctive way of life. A celebration of both culture and geology, this event will be a treat for all!
If you are interested in this event, please fill in the sign-up form. A Zoom link will be sent to your email prior to the event.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email [email protected].
VM Principals Awards Formal
Tuesday 22 June, 7:30pm
Join us for an evening in celebration of the fantastic contributions of our students over the course of their academic career. We are delighted to be back in the Ann Dobson Hall for the evening, which will include a three course dinner and reception. Further information about the evening and how to sign up will be sent to SCR Members shortly! For any queries, please contact Mrs Sharon Bagnall at [email protected]
Van Mildert Volunteering Day
Wednesday 23 June, 10am-2pm
Join us for a day of volunteering on the Van Mildert College grounds from 10am -2pm on Wednesday 23rd June! There are lots of jobs to do from tending to our College meadow, our College Forecourt and around the Lake. As a reward for all your hard work, lunch will be provided on Tees Lawn for all volunteers! For any questions, please contact [email protected]
To sign up for the volunteering day, please visit the booking form HERE.
Mildert Day 56
Saturday 26 June, 11am onwards
The JCR and MCR are organising a wide range of activities to celebrate in College, including music and entertainment on Tees Lawn. A new tradition for 2021, our Mildert Day celebrations will also include a Formal Brunch in the Ann Dobson Hall. High Table sign up for this event will be sent to all SCR members in due course.
For our alumni, we will be hosting a virtual Decades Reunion in the evening. This event is a fantastic opportunity to catch up with fellow alumni, and will also include the return of the Big Mildert Quiz, as we pitch the Mildert Decades against one another! Sign up information will be sent to VM Alumni shortly.
End of Year Formal 1
Tuesday 1 July, 7pm
The first of our End of Year Formals in the Ann Dobson Hall. The evening will include a Reception in the Lakeside Room and three-course dinner on High Table. Information on how to sign up will be sent to SCR members in due course. For any queries, please contact Mrs Sharon Bagnall at [email protected]
End of Year Formal 2
Thursday 3 July, 7pm
The second of our End of Year Formals, and last Formal of the academic year, in the Ann Dobson Hall. The evening will include a Reception in the Lakeside Room and three-course dinner on High Table. Information on how to sign up will be sent to SCR members in due course. For any queries, please contact Mrs Sharon Bagnall at [email protected]
Jam by the Lake & BBQ
Friday 2 July, 2pm onwards
Join us as we celebrate the last day of the academic year with an afternoon of musical entertainment and our End of Year BBQ. This event is open to all SCR members, and at the BBQ we will be asking for a small donation to support a local Durham charity. Further information will be circulated soon, but in the meantime any queries should be directed to [email protected].