Societies

Bright Futures is more than just a student society; it’s your pathway to success and a way for you to clearly develop those essential key skills that employers are increasingly demanding so you are ready to hit the ground running come graduation, and you aren't just another number in the current youth unemployment list.

The Bright Futures Society offers students the chance to engage with top graduate recruiters, enabling you to find out first-hand about all the different industries out there and the best way for you to take your first step on the ever competitive career-ladder. But it is't just about skills and commercial awareness, it's also about boosting your self confidence and raising your aspirations.

So keep an eye out for the weekly careers emails which are full of juicy events, or jsut email me for anything careers (or non) related. X

The Broadsheet is a nifty little thing. A twice termly college newspaper that takes a light-hearted approach to reporting, if you're looking for a cheeky distraction from work/avoiding work, it might be just the ticket for you. It's crammed full of updates on college events, news, oh-so-cryptic reports on liaisons within Trinity, and a few choice photos to make us drool (or cringe...). The perfect aid to procrastination.

Get in touch if you fancy getting involved, whether to write, contribute photos or help put the thing together. Plus, don't forget to let Affinity know what you (or your peers) have been getting up to. College lives on gossip.

Trinity College CU is a group of Christians who meet regularly to study the Bible, pray, support each other in our faith and have a good time in each other's company.

Christians of any denomination and anyone who is interested in finding out more about Christianity can come along at any time; we would love to welcome you! Our main meeting each week is on Wednesday evening at 8pm, in 13/4. We also hold weekly prayer meetings, regular socials and join OICCU (the big CU!) for central meetings every other Saturday. Twice a term we run outreach events such as Text a Toastie, which are great fun and a fantastic opportunity to spread the good news about Jesus within Trinity!

If you aren't a Christian but would like to find out more about Christianity, or if you're a Christian wanting to brush up on the basics, or if you simply want to find out how to get stuck in with the CU, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us!! Also, if you are looking for a church, Bible study group, or anything else, we have details of many different churches of all denominations - all you have to do is ask!

If you have any questions, or are interested in finding out more, please do check out our Facebook Group or just drop us an email! For updated OICCU news check out http://www.oiccu.org.uk/.

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One of Trinity's oldest established societies, the Officers and Master of the Gryphon will be pleased to receive members old and new to debate motions both relevant and irreverent after hall on Sundays. All welcome, non-debaters encouraged. Contact the delightfully titled Gryphon Master harry.burt@trinity.ox.ac.uk for more details or join our Facebook Group.

Open to everyone, not just lawyers - email me to be put on the mailing list about firm open days, the law fair and drinks receptions, which are all really fun and great for free stuff! I have a stash of prospectuses etc in my room if anyone wants.

Also, potential for guest speakers and always the excitement of the Michael Beloff Law Society Dinner in Hilary term.

Trinity College Music Society is open to all college members and is a source of help with funding (application forms can be found here, publicity or anything else music related.

Music Society Events:

• PRESIDENT'S CONCERT - a termly concert which showcases many of Trinity's talented musicians. Everyone is welcome to perform and there is a free interval drink in the President's Lodgings for audience and performers alike. Please contact Conor if you would like to play in this term's concert.
• OPEN MIC NIGHT- a termly event. Come along and share the talent or simply support your friends whilst raising funds for student fundraising efforts.
• LUNCHTIME RECITALS - these allow soloists to show-case their talent by perfoming longer programmes. Trinitarians are given priority, but members from other colleges may also perform. The recitals are free with a retiring collection and everyone is welcome to attend. They usually take place 1:15 2:00, finishing in time for scientists to get to afternoon lectures, or else do join us in the Beer Cellar afterwards for refreshments. Anyone interested in giving a recital should contact Amanda Colman.
• ARTS WEEK - 5th Week Hilary Term. Various different events will be happening throughout the week - see the section below for more detail closer to the time.

President's concert this term will be TUESDAY of 6TH WEEK

Trinity College PPE Society invites guests to give talks on a wide range of issues, such as the Falklands, the Troubles in Northern Ireland, and the recent US elections. Open to all College members. Former speakers have included:

• Lord Archer
• Edward Pearce
• Simon Heffer
• Adam Afriyie
• John Keeling
• Stephan Shakespeare
• Our very own Sir Ivor Roberts

Events will be posted on the 'Events' section of this website and on the Trinity College JCR Facebook group.

Any suggestions for speakers or topics very welcome.

The scientific society hosts guest speakers covering a range of scientific fields of study - past speakers have included the likes of Peter Atkins, Aubrey de Grey and Baroness Susan Greenfield. Talks are free of charge and all are welcome to attend. We are just starting up again this year and are always looking for science enthusiasts to help us organise events - please get in touch if you're interested!

The now-annual Trinity College Arts Festival takes place in 5th week of Hilary term. Drama, music, poetry and art are all featured and ideas for new events are always welcome.

Arts week is now over for this year - keep an eye on the music society section above for information on next term's events!

The Trinity College Orchestra

Trinity Orchestra rehearses 7pm on Mondays. For more information visit our website or email orchestra@trinity.ox.ac.uk

Look out for the Freshers' Cuppers drama competition. In Michaelmas 2011, Trinity won overall and the cast were treated to High Table so it's worth getting involved.

We also hold the Trinity Lawns play every summer come rain or shine (leading to the occassional dash into Chapel to finish the last few scenes).

The Trinity Singers is starting up again after an absence of a year. We have performed at balls and in concerts in the past, and are an a capella group singing modern popular songs and jazz standards for fun.