The Annual Meeting marked the conclusion of the term, bringing members together at LSE Clement House for an afternoon of reflection, discussion, and celebration. The meeting provided an opportunity to look back on the term’s activities while strengthening connections within the community.

A visit to the Royal Courts of Justice brought World Student Alliance members together to explore one of the United Kingdom’s most significant legal institutions. The visit offered an opportunity to engage with the history and practice of the legal system while gaining insight into the role of the courts in public life.

The Student Alliance Debate, held at LSE Clement House, brought students from across London together for an open and engaging discussion on leadership and world foreign policy. The event created a space for thoughtful debate, encouraging participants to examine complex global issues through dialogue and exchange.

A visit to Apsley House, the former residence of the Duke of Wellington, brought World Student Alliance members together to explore a landmark closely connected to Britain’s political and military history. Situated at Hyde Park Corner, the house offered a setting through which members could engage with the legacy of one of the most influential figures of the nineteenth century.

A visit to Shakespeare’s Globe brought World Student Alliance members together to explore one of London’s most significant cultural landmarks. The visit provided an opportunity to engage with the history of theatre and literature while sharing a cultural experience that extended beyond academic settings.

A group visit to the musical Les Misérables marks the end of the academic term and brings our members together through a shared cultural experience.

A cultural and historical visit to Blenheim Palace, the ancestral home of the Churchill family and one of the United Kingdom’s most significant heritage sites. This event brought together members of the World Student Alliance from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds, reflecting our commitment to fostering cross-cultural exchange and shared learning through student-led initiatives.

A visit to the UK Supreme Court brought World Student Alliance members together to explore one of the United Kingdom’s most important public institutions. The visit provided an opportunity to engage with the foundations of the UK legal system while gaining insight into how law and justice shape public life beyond academic study.

A visit to the British Museum exploring Egyptian, Greek, Chinese, and Enlightenment galleries, reflecting on history, culture, and intellectual progress. Visiting highlights included the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures, Qing Dynasty relics, and Enlightenment-era scientific achievements.

The Student Alliance launched Winter Term with an inspiring event where members shared personal stories of family, historical figures, and experiences that inspired their aspirations. We ended the event with a spirited debate on whether higher education should be free.

The Student Alliance will strengthen connections through social events and expand recruitment. We’ll host 4–5 major events, including museum visits, a ball, and a policy debate. Guest speakers, journal publications, and cross-society collaborations will enrich our term.

We ended the winter term with a festive trip to Winter Wonderland after celebrating prize awards and engaging in thoughtful debates. Ice skating and the giant wheel gave us the chance to bond further, with first-time skaters impressing everyone and spontaneous singing adding to the cheerful atmosphere.

This discussion explored the nature of love, from its biological basis (oxytocin and dopamine) to its various forms, such as friendship and romance. Questions about fate, the essence of true love, and whether love is a choice or an uncontrollable emotion were debated. Cultural references, like Napoleon’s letters and Taylor Swift’s lyrics, added depth to the conversation, which also examined the challenges of love, including imperfect information and asymmetry.

We visited the UK Parliament and explored its iconic chambers, the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The Commons, with its green benches, is the heart of debate and lawmaking, while the Lords, adorned with red benches and ornate decor, serves as a ceremonial and legislative review chamber. A surprising realization for many of us was how much smaller the Commons chamber felt compared to its portrayal on TV.

The autumn term filled with diverse events. From thought-provoking discussions on global and national issues, such as the US Election and UK budget, to cultural and social experiences like the Winter Wonderland social and a trip to the UK Parliament, the term offered something for everyone. Members also celebrated the end of the year with awards, festive gifts, and a philosophical exploration of love, closing the term on a reflective and joyful note.