‘I have been inspired to be the best version of myself’
Oscar Houseago reflects on his time at The Stony Brook School, New York, on the ESU’s Secondary School Exchange
Summer reads
Books to transport you, as picked by friends at International ESUs around the world
10 things you didn’t know about Japan
From an island full of rabbits to ways to say sorry, Natasha McGowan uncovers some little-known facts about the land of the rising sun
How debating can make the world better
Julian Bell, Head of English and Debating at Godolphin and Latymer School, offers his thoughts on the importance of debating
‘Knowing how to express yourself is key to absolutely everything’
Actor and comedian Hugh Dennis is impressed by the students in the West Sussex area finals of the ESU’s Performing Shakespeare competition
A message from our Chair - June 2020
James Raven on how communication and confidence can help combat ignorance and intolerance
The Public Speaking Competition at 60
As the ESU’s Public Speaking Competition celebrates its 60th anniversary we catch up with Michael Heppner who was instrumental in setting up the London branch of the contest
Diplomatic Incident in Colchester
Gnomes steal the show at local public speaking competition
A message from our Chair
Professor James Raven on how the ESU can respond to the current crisis
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