tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-359859342009-10-07T15:41:55.270+01:00The Ulster Society at the Queen's University of Belfast is a student society affiliated with the National Ulster society, with an aim of promoting British culture in Ulster and as serving as a national student society, providing lectures and information to other societies.The Ulster Society HQhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13917445451018993341noreply@blogger.comBlogger101125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-53948658712229755492009-09-25T13:58:00.002+01:002009-09-25T14:07:30.698+01:00

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome all new and returning students to The Queen's University of Belfast.Make sure to get along to the Clubs and Societies Bazaar this Wednesday 30th September and join the Ulster Society to celebrate our great culture and heritage for a fee of £3 and make this year bigger and better!With regular meetings and social events planned you're sure to have a

Queen's Ulster Societynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-38565363814784898792009-05-12T15:12:00.003+01:002009-05-12T15:14:42.827+01:00

The following were elected as officers for the 2009/2010 term at this months AGMPresidentDean McSorleyDeputy PresidentNathan AndersonSecretaryJonathan CrawfordTreasurerDaniel Hendry

Queen's Ulster Societynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-54483860049151254702009-03-12T18:09:00.001Z2009-03-12T18:09:21.810Z

Ulster-Scots Concert - Monday 16th March 2009 - Start time 7.45pm - GREAT HALL, QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFASTFREE ENTRYAll welcomeActs include: Thistledown Dance Group, from KilkeelRisin Stour - Ulster-Scots Folk groupHounds of Ulster There will also be a short talk given on Patrick by Gordon Lucy (Ulster Scoiety)

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-17281083040695627162008-12-24T11:19:00.003Z2008-12-24T11:21:24.400Z

The Ulster Society at Queens would like to wish all an enjoyable and relaxing time over the holiday period.Merry Christmas!!!

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A big thank you to all who turned up to the Pro Evo Night which was without question a great nights banter for all who were involved!The next event to look forward to is the "Night of Culture" on the 6th December in the Barrington. With entertainment from our friends in Pride of the Derg Flute Band and others, a guest speaker on the end of WWI to coincide with the 90th aniverssary of the signing

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I am hereby giving notice that the Wednesday 19th November meeting of the Ulster Society has been cancelled.We regret this given the unforseen circumstances.Details to follow regarding rescheduling.Regards

Neil Bairdneilrobertbaird@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-90021869457179913632008-11-05T10:42:00.001Z2008-11-05T10:50:35.654Z

The next Ulster Society event is the...Pro Evo Night!!!Thursday 6th NovemberTo be held in the 1st Belfast Rangers Supporters Club (Barrington St)Kick off app 7:30pmEntrance fee - £2Prize for winnerAlso, thanks to everyone who turned up to the pub quiz night last month, I'm sure you'll agree everyone there had a great time.Hope to see you there for what should be a good nights banter for all!!!

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The Ulster Society saw a successful freshers day with a good number of new members signing up and old members returning to get their names on the books. I would like to personally thank each and every person who showed an interest in our stall that day, and look forward to meeting you all at our meetings and social events!Please note next event... !!!14th Oct: Clubs & Societies weekly quiz -

Queen's Ulster Societynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-81570636918410664292008-08-27T03:03:00.007+01:002008-08-27T03:24:25.837+01:00

May I first of all welcome you to the Queens Ulster Society website! I trust you've all had a relaxing and enjoyable summer, and are looking forward to starting / returning to Queens.Whether you're just beginning your time or returning for another year I hope it will be successful and worthwhile for you.Looking ahead...The Freshers Bazaar this year will be on Wed 1st Oct in the snack bar on the

Queen's Ulster Societynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-74604001060434683292008-07-11T18:46:00.003+01:002008-07-11T18:49:44.458+01:00

On a day which marks the great Protestant Revolution and in remembrance of King William of Orange and the glorious victory at the Boyne, may the Committee members and Society wish our readers a a happy and Glorious Twelfth!God Save the Queen

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-59407427832071474342008-06-01T23:33:00.003+01:002008-09-24T15:17:32.065+01:00

At the AGM of the Ulster Society the following members were elected to service on the committee for the forthcoming year (2008/09).PresidentDean McSorleyDeputy PresidentIan Gow B.A.SecretaryNeil BairdTreasurerKirsty BellHonorary Presidents':Lord Laird of ArtigarvanLord Professor Bew of DonegoreDirector of the Ulster Society:Gordon Lucy B.A.

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-61523155898787024052008-05-23T18:08:00.001+01:002008-05-23T18:24:44.712+01:00

Events such the disturbances in Tibet, the Sichuan earthquake in south-western China and the forthcoming Olympics Games in Beijing have contributed to a heightened interest in China and all things Chinese. With a population of 1.33 billion, China is the most populous country in the world. Currently it has the world’s fastest-growing economy. Having over taken the UK, China is now the world’s

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-26070760506922985682008-04-11T11:25:00.002+01:002008-05-02T21:41:31.443+01:00

On 10th March 1999, Marjorie Mowlam, one of Her Majesty’s Principal Secretaries of State, made Order 1999 Number 8591 North/South Co-Operation (Implementation Bodies). The functions of the language body in relation to Ullans and Ulster-Scots cultural issues would be exercised by an Ulster-Scots Agency of the body. “Ullans” was to be understood as the variety of the Scots language traditionally

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-43604943143589959642008-04-10T00:21:00.002+01:002008-04-10T00:32:51.300+01:00

ON Tuesday 8th April the Ulster Society had its monthly meeting in the Peter Froggatt Centre, Room 212.The guest speaker was Dr Ian Adamson who spoke about the origins of Britain and British identity.

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-52521216003751474772008-03-28T20:42:00.003Z2008-03-28T21:55:55.892Z

This Easter Ulster Society members and associates took a trip to the Palace of Westminster, London for a dinner organised by Lord Laird of Artigarvan and Lord Bew of Donegore.

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-39932350620938877222008-03-23T22:12:00.002Z2008-03-23T22:17:01.977Z

The lodge of Saint Patrick 688 have published a very nice booklet about the their lodge.I myself am a member.Please see the PDF file (below) for more information.You can contact me directly ulster-society@qub.ac.uk or contactandrewc@hotmail.com to order one priced at £4.00 - A BARGIN!Click to download: 688%20Publication.pdf

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-74153625170644084092008-03-04T12:51:00.002Z2008-03-04T12:53:49.095Z

Student Elections are happening today and tomorrow.Make sure to register your vote via Queen's Online http://www.qol.qub.ac.uk

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-53807609050595261962008-03-01T00:05:00.002Z2008-03-01T00:09:08.840Z

The Queen's University Ulster Society Annual St. Patricks Day Lecture is scheduled to be held in thePeter Froggatt CentreLecture theatre G07 At 8PM On Wednesday 12th March 2008.This is an open invitation. Everyone is welcome.StPatricksLectureFlyer.pdf

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-34415917131215280932008-02-27T15:07:00.001Z2008-02-27T15:09:46.469Z

By Gordon LucyOn 24/25 April 1708 Belfast Castle was gutted by fire. Three of the 4th Earl ofDonegall’s six sisters died in the blaze. The fire was caused by thecarelessness of a servant who put on a large wood fire to air a room which shehad just washed and cleaned.James Traill, a Killyleagh merchant, provides further detail. The fire spreadacross the wooden beams and staircases of the house and

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-64055865148695573052008-02-23T15:01:00.003Z2008-02-24T13:20:18.991Z

At the public lecture, organised by the Ulster Society at Queen's, Lord Professor Paul Bew explored the Foundations of Northern Ireland.From the Craig-Collins Pact to the talks of the 1990s Professor Bew drew interesting parallels between the two periods of Northern Irelands history.Above: Members of the Ulster Society with Lord Bew in their new hoodies

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-62112747236349732562008-02-17T17:43:00.006Z2008-02-18T23:49:02.173Z

Public Lecture, exploring:'The Foundations of Northern Ireland'You are invited to attend a lecture exploring the foundations of Northern Ireland. This will take place on Tuesday 19th February 2008 at 8 PM in the Lanyon Building, Room 1.21.Guest speaker: Lord Professor Paul Bew (School of Politics, QUB)Download flyer:The%20Foundations%20of%20Northern%20Ireland.pdfMap to Venue (Lanyon Building):

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The Queen's Ulster Society will be hosting the Annual St. Patricks Day Lecture on Wednesday 12th March 2008 at 6PM in the PFC Room G07.Please see flyer which can be downloaded by clicking on the link below.StPatricksLecture.pdf

Queen's Ulster Societynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-85053493557186032462008-01-20T18:38:00.000Z2008-01-21T18:42:13.129Z

Ulster Society members are more than welcome to attend the following:Monday 11th February 3:00 p.m. ‘The art of spying’ - a general talk including stories about some famous/infamous spies by John Alexander. 7:30 p.m. ‘Enigma and Friends’ - a specialised talk given by John Alexander that is suitable for radio ‘hams’ and the technically-minded. Tuesday 12th February 2:

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-26690987824207801352008-01-19T18:21:00.000Z2008-01-21T18:35:05.578Z

On Friday 18th January members of the Ulster Society attended a dinner in celebration of Ulster-Scots hosted by Mayor Myreve Chambers.Money raised was in aid of Cancer Research U.K.Pictured in photo from right to left: Deputy President Thomas W. Hogg, President Andrew D. Charles, Dr. Ian Adamson (Hon. Life member), Mrs Kerry Adamson, Mr Jack Gallagher & wife.Pictured from right to left: Past

Andrew Charlesandrew.charles@gmail.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35985934.post-55819527222401723432008-01-12T18:07:00.000Z2008-01-12T18:18:52.115Z

AT a dinner hosted by Royal York LOL 145 members attended in what was a very enjoyable evening.Photos can be found on Flickr

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