From its beginnings as a debating society, the Cambridge Union now has over 70,000 life members worldwide. As the oldest debating society in the world and the largest student society in Cambridge, the Union remains a unique forum for the free exchange of ideas and the art of public debate.

The Society has hosted such great figures as Winston Churchill, Theodore Roosevelt and the current Dalai Lama, and it continues to provide Cambridge students with the opportunity to meet and question the people that shape our world, while being the central forum for student discussion in Cambridge.

Our public debates and guest speakers continue to generate passionate student engagement, and our university and school debating competitions remain the largest and most prestigious in the country.

The Union has a host of famous former students, debaters and officers. From John Maynard Keynes and Ken Clarke MP to Arianna Huffington and Clare Balding, some of the great figures of our time had a crucial part of their Cambridge experience at the Union, and the society continues to produce many exceptionally successful professionals and politicians.

The Cambridge Union

Bartlomiej Fajer

Tom Harrington

Sam Ginzburg

Jasper Burnside

Kaleem Chattha

Sharena Shiv

This department oversees the organization and coordination of debate activities and initiatives.

Debate Management

This department facilitates communication and support for guests, ensuring their needs and inquiries are addressed effectively.

Guest Liaison

This department manages communication strategies and public image initiatives.

Public Relations

This department coordinates and manages various social and corporate events to enhance engagement and collaboration.

Events Coordination

This department oversees the planning and execution of events to ensure successful experiences for participants.

Event Management

This department provides strategic direction and governance for the organization.

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Teams

Debate Management

Guest Liaison

Public Relations

Events Coordination

Event Management

Executive Leadership

Offices