College News
23 April - Lord Winston visits Dulwich College
about centrifugal force in art lessons; launched paper aeroplanes in DT at 80 miles per hour from the top of The Laboratory; and in Religion and Theology asked whether scientists could put their trust in God. Visits were arranged throughout the week to see performances and visit museums, to attend workshops and participate in experiments such as making elephant toothpaste, projectile volcanoes and experimenting with chemiluminescence. While the primary focus was to engage pupils, we also involved parents, former pupils and students from local schools who were invited to see the Science department’s telescope (donated by OA Brian Davies [42-49]) at our star-gazing event and to engage with astronaut Shannon Walker via our live satellite connection on NASA night. A successful week that inspired boys to think about the links between Science and the Arts, Dulwich Inventive represented inspiring, challenging and active learning at its best.
We were delighted to welcome Lord Winston to Dulwich College on 23 April. He spent the entire morning with us before leaving for the House of Commons. Talking to Junior and Lower School boys in the Great Hall, Lord Winston provided fascinating insights into his pioneering research, explaining how a failed experiment became a successful treatment, why the secret of science is in working collaboratively and why he thought a broad education with a balance of science, the arts and humanities is important. Lord Winston went on to tour The Laboratory, where he was taken with the story of Shackleton’s lifeboat, The James Caird, observed Biology and Physics lessons, and explored the biology prep room while discussing the need for practical, hands-on scientific inquiry. He then addressed Upper School boys who are interested in a career in Medicine or Dentistry. His inspirational talk was thought-provoking and personal; he addressed the need for skilled and generous communications, the fusion of Science and the Arts and revolutions in healthcare. We look forward to welcoming Lord Winston back soon. 7 May - End of Reading Challenge celebration
Guest speakers 2015
20 January - ‘Selfless’ and ‘Je Suis Musulman’ talks by Faheem Ahmed OA (03-10)
The Upper School charity of the term was announced during the week as Faheem Ahmed, OA presented in assembly a talk about Selfless, a charity that encourages the sharing of skills, particularly medical skills, in our local environment and more especially in Bangladesh. ‘Skillanthrophy’ is a word he has coined to mean the sharing of our gifts and talents, and Faheem encouraged the boys to look beyond themselves to the needs of others. More information about Selfless can be found on their website www.selfless.org.uk. Faheem also addressed the Faith Society in a talk he called ‘Je Suis Musulman’. The title obviously was a play on recent events in Paris, and Faheem spoke about the balance of free-speech against incitement to hatred of any kind. He also provided a historic context for Islamic justice, which clearly does not condone the violence of extremism. His talk was well received and we wish we had had all afternoon to discuss the important contemporary issues he raised.
Matt Dickinson, author, film-maker and explorer visited the Raymond Chandler Library on 7 May. His experiences climbing and filming Everest were truly inspirational to Lower School boys. This was a lively and a fitting presentation to celebrate finishing the Year 8s reading adventure Around the World in 80 Reads. The winners and runners-up in this reading competition were also treated to snacks whilst mingling with the author prior to his talk. Boys were eager to buy his books Death Zone and The Everest Files.
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