Tuesday 29 October
6:00pm
Quarry Whitehouse Auditorium

The journalist, broadcaster and author Mark Urban spent almost 35 years with the BBC covering international affairs and conflicts. Now, with turmoil in the Middle East, a continuing war in Ukraine and other dangerous conflicts around the globe, he reflects on what is happening; how it’s being reported; and what may lie ahead.

The event will open will open with a conversation chaired by the master of Selwyn College Roger Mosey, followed by an audience Q&A.

About the speaker

Mark Urban is a British journalist and broadcaster, with expertise in defence and foreign affairs. He served as Diplomatic Editor and presenter for BBC Two's Newsnight, where he covered global conflict zones extensively. Throughout his career, Urban has reported from some of the world's most volatile regions, including the Middle East, Asia, and Eastern Europe.

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Livestream

You can watch the livestream on our YouTube channel. Click the video above to visit the livestream page. You will not need to book a ticket for this.

Location and timing details

The event takes place at the Quarry Whitehouse Auditorium, Selwyn College, Grange Road, CB3 9DQ. It is pictured below, as seen from above from Grange Road.

The Quarry Whitehouse Auditorium is located on the corner of West Road and Grange Road and can be accessed via the gate to Ann’s Court on Grange Road. The Auditorium will be signposted —  but the Selwyn College Porters, located in the Lodge by the main entrance, will be more than happy to help direct you if you have trouble finding the auditorium.

Doors will open at 5:45pm. Please be seated by 5:55pm as the event will start promptly at 6:00pm. We expect to finish by 7:00pm at the latest. 

If you are arriving by bike, you may lock your bicycles on the railings by the Quarry Whitehouse Auditorium.

Please note that photographs will be taken during this event and the audience may be visible at certain points on the livestream.