Inspire & Inquire

Oriel has been a centre of learning for 700 years. Inspiration Days are the perfect chance to bring guests and engage with leading academics on a range of challenges shaping our shared future. You will also have the opportunity to explore Oriel’s treasures and collections, and enjoy guided tours of hidden gems within College.

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EVENT | Senior Library, Oriel College | 30 JANUARY 2026

Visiting Fellow in Music Concert – Joanna Macgregor

EVENT | Oriel College | 20 FEBRUARY 2026

Visiting Fellow in Music Concert – Craig Ogden

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EVENT | Senior Library, Oriel College | 25 FEBRUARY 2026

Oriel Environment Group —  Redefining Energy: Live Podcast Recording

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EVENT | | 2 MAY 2026

Oriel Inspiration Day – "Being Human"

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EVENT | | 16 MAY 2026

Oriel Inspiration Day – "Past & Future"

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EVENT | Harris Lecture Theatre | 21 MAY 2026

Rex Nettleford Lecture on Colonialism and its Legacies 2026

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EVENT | | 4 JUNE 2026

David N. Lyon Lecture 2026

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EVENT | | 6 JUNE 2026

Oriel Inspiration Day – "Risks & Opportunities"

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EVENT | Oriel College | 20 JUNE 2026

Celebration of Sport