Leads: Ms Rosie Al-Mulla and Dr Coree Brown Swan
What distinguishes an outstanding political campaign? How can we effectively advocate for a cause? Join us this summer as we delve into the highly topical world of political campaigning. This unique summer school offers a comprehensive exploration of how individuals, activist groups, and political parties construct and execute political campaigns. Our work begins in Stirling’s Scottish Political Archive, where we’ll explore theories underpinning political campaigning while examining historical campaigns for inspiration. Guided by an expert in party politics, participants will then form teams, select a cause close to their hearts, and embark on the exciting journey of designing and launching their own campaign.
While this workshop will be especially useful for students planning to take Highers or Advanced Highers in Modern Studies or Politics, it is open to anyone with an interest in the topic and an enthusiasm for understanding more about how political campaigning works, and making their voices heard!
Please sign up here: Stirling Summer School: Arts and Humanities Taster Workshops | University of Stirling Online Shop
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open to 15-18 year olds (S5-6/Highers/Advanced Highers students), these 3 day workshops will introduce university-level study and practice in our disciplines, and encourage students to think beyond their school work and to explore new ideas. Held in the Pathfoot Building on the beautiful University of Stirling campus, the cost (£85) covers space, tuition and access to any necessary equipment: students should bring their own lunch and snacks, or can buy food and drink at the campus cafes/supermarket. This is not a residential course, though accommodation can be booked separately at the Stirling Court Hotel/student residences if desired. Places are limited and early enrolment is encouraged.
Timings: Wednesday 7 August, 11am-4pm. Thursday 8 August, 10-4pm. Friday 9 August, 11-4pm. Please note there will be an end of course showcase on the Friday, which parents and carers are welcome to attend, and we may offer an optional 4-6pm activity (e.g. a film showing) for some workshops on Thursday.
For information about getting to campus, see here
Any questions? Email: fahfacultyoffice@stir.ac.uk and we’ll try to help.