Stoic Foundations - Oxford 2024

Get ready to join us as the Aurelius Foundation proudly presents a star-studded event on 16 November 2024 in Oxford, UK! Featuring some of the biggest names in philosophy, and academia, this event promises to be an awe-inspiring experience that you won’t want to miss.

We will be joined by Pat Cash, Wimbledon Champion, renowned author, teacher and Coach, Kathryn Koromilas, the Prison Stoics, Andy Small and Jay Adam, Professor Christopher Gill, Dr Kelli Rudolph, leading international expert in the history of philosophy, Tim LeBon and Dr John Sellars, who will be sharing their insights and wisdom on Stoicism for modern times! Pat Cash will be sharing his wealth of experience in managing life, success and the “indifferents” partnering closely with Justin Stead, CEO, and Andrew Griffiths, Executive leadership coach, in workshops throughout the afternoon.

You’ll also have the chance to participate in live workshop discussions with Christopher Gill, professor emeritus from the University of Exeter, our “Prison Stoics” Andy and Jay and Kathryn Koromilas Founder of the “Stoic Salon”.

Hosted by the Aurelius Foundation, this event promises to be an unforgettable day of learning, inspiration, and entertainment. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from some of the best and brightest minds of our time. Tickets are now available to purchase via this Online Booking Link!

Venue:

Andrew Wiles Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford OX2 6GG. Show on Map

Agenda:

Please aim to arrive at the venue from 9.30am onwards

10 -10.10 - Event opening
10.10 - 10.20 - Justin Stead, Founder - Welcome
10.20 - 10.50 - Keynote - Dr John Sellars, “Stoicism in Twenty Words”
10.50 - 11.20 - Keynote - Jay Adam, “Stoic Fortitude - From Prison to Purpose”
11.30 - 12.20 - Workshop 1 (of 4) - see details further below
12.20 -13.20 - Lunch (provided)
13.20 -14.10 - Workshop 2 (of 4) - see details further below
14.10-14.40 - coffee/ tea break (refreshments provided)
14.40-15.30 - Workshop 3 (of 4) - see details further below
15.40-16.10 - Keynote – Dr Kelli Rudolph, “Motivating Stoic Cosmopolitan Action”
16.10 – 16.40 - Keynote - Tim LeBon, “Elevate Your Life - Stoic Wisdom for a zestful life”
16.40-16.50 - Justin Stead - closing

On the day, you will be able to choose 3 workshops throughout the afternoon you would like to attend in the “workshop” slots. Each workshop will be treated as “first come first served,” so if the workshop is full, you will be able to choose another workshop to join for that slot.

Workshops:

On the day you will be able to choose 3 workshops throughout the afternoon you would like to attend in the “workshop” slots. Each workshop will be treated as “first come first served”, so if the workshop is full you will be able to choose another workshop to join for that slot.

Workshop 1 - Personal Stoic Leadership Stories, Business & Sport – Justin Stead, Founder, Andrew Griffiths, Executive Leadership Coach & Pat Cash, Wimbledon Champion

Workshop 2 - ‘Stoic Decision-making and living sustainably’ – Professor Christopher Gill

Workshop 3 - The Prison Stoics with Andy Small and Jay Adam

Please bring a notebook and pen or digital device to record thoughts as this may be useful during workshops/ group discussions.

Points to note:

• The agenda may be subject to change.
• Student discount for tickets is available. Please email us at info@aureliusfoundation.com to enquire and be prepared to provide a copy of your valid NUS card/student ID card.
• Please note that this event will have photography and recording. By entering the event premises, you consent to photography, audio recording, video recording, and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction for the Aurelius Foundation.