Ilan Peppe - a Lecture and Student Led Discussion

About the event

Ilan Pappe, an Exeter lecturer and eminent historian on the Palestine-Israel conflict will be discussing his work and research, and its relation to the current genocide in Palestine. It'll be followed with a facilitated group discussion and Q&A session with Ilan.

What is the key accessibility information?

· Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.

· The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.

· There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s).

· There is a slight ramp/slope for access to the lecture theatre(s).

· The ramp/slope does not have handrails.

· The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).

· The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are not push pad activated.

· There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).

· The designated spaces for wheelchairs users are located in the middle row(s).

· There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.

· There is space for an assistance dog.

· There is not step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).

· The speakers area is at the bottom of the staggered seating.

· The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.

· The lectern is height adjustable.

· The lectern can be adjusted between the recommended heights of 80cm and 110cm (lowest part).

· There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).

· The steps to the staggered seating do not have handrails.

· There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).

· There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).

· There is fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).

· There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the lecture theatre(s).

· The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 72cm.

· A height adjustable table/bench is available.

· There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).

· Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.

· There is a female standard toilet located along the corridor between the entrance and the ramp from the entrance. Male standard toilets and accessible facilities are located to your left as you face the door into the lecture theatre.

· There might be crowds when people are getting to their seats

Who is running the event?

This event is being supported by Connie from The SU. Our Meet the Team page includes information about every member of The SU team.

If you need a buddy to support you with arriving at the event, please email The SU on info@thesu.org.uk and we will work out what we can arrange to help. This might be someone meeting you before the event start time or simply talking you through more details of what to expect. We want to help you access our events so let us know what you need.

Where is the event taking place?

The event is taking place at Chapel Lecture Theatre at Penryn Campus.

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Watch our Penryn Campus tour video to help figure out how to navigate your way to the venue.

Watch our Falmouth Campus tour video to help figure out how to navigate your way to the venue.

What should I expect?

At this event, there lots of people moving around before and after the lecture. We have plans in place for if the space becomes too busy. People will be seated for the lecture and discussion. There will be refreshments provided.

There will be a member of staff present to support the event and answer your questions.

This event is for students of Falmouth University and the University of Exeter Cornwall Campus. Members of the wider community are welcome to attend, they will have to register attendance at the door.

If you need a quiet space to get away from the event, the nearest space would be the Students’ Union, Multifaith Chaplaincy, Library Retreat Room.