Intellectual Vision And Endeavour Programme (IVE)
“The desire of knowledge, like the thirst of riches, increases ever with the acquisition of it,” Matthew Arnold (1822-1888)
Every Friday morning, Year 12 students, along with selected students from other year groups, participate in the ‘IVE Lecture Series.’ This series explores a diverse array of intellectually stimulating and culturally rich topics that enhance and deepen the core knowledge embedded within our subject curriculums. IVE stands for Intellect, Vision, and Endeavour—values that lie at the heart of the Langton Extended Curriculum. Our goal is to equip students with the insights and experiences that will help them stand out, particularly when navigating university applications and interviews.
This year’s theme, “Ambitious Perspectives,” challenges students to broaden their horizons while engaging with a wide spectrum of cultures. A key objective of the lecture series is to foster an interdisciplinary understanding of the world, linking subjects across the arts, sciences, and more. This holistic approach cultivates the cultural literacy essential for thriving in the 21st century.
Below are a taste of previous lectures, some of which may be repeated this year:
- The Journey of AI - Dr Joe Watkins, UKC
- Black History Month: ‘The cultural and social journey of Rock Against Racism 1976-78’
- “Are we alone in the universe?” Professor Becky Parker
- “My journey to becoming a Bishop” The Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, the Bishop of Dover
- The journey of stand up comedy - Professor Olly Double, UKC
- The German TV series ‘Dark’ and its cultural journey - Dr Marie Martine, University of Oxford
