Shackleton Lectures
The Shackleton Lectures commemorate the pioneering spirit of Dulwich College Alumnus Sir Ernest Shackleton, a world-renowned Antarctic explorer. The Shackleton Lectures are one of the highest profile events in the schools’ calendars, bringing fascinating people to share their stories with students, teachers and the wider community. The Lectures reinforce the values of leadership, determination and courage and put a great emphasis on the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Global Citizenship.![Tracey Curtis-Taylor image](https://assets.dulwich.org/thumbs/blocks/81125/p/1/image/fit/504x312/tracey-curtis-taylor-shackleton-lectures.jpg)
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Tracey Curtis-Taylor is a British aviator renowned for her long distance flights in vintage open cockpit aircraft.
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Mr Eruc is the first person in history to complete a solo human-powered circumnavigation of the Earth, a total of 66,299 kilometres. He holds 14 Guinn
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In September 2018, Dulwich College International welcomed the Honorable Alexandra Shackleton, the granddaughter of Sir Ernest Shackleton, to deliver i
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A thrice World First Expedition holder, Ash Dykes’ adventures are not only extraordinary but also put a strong focus on protecting local cultures and
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As an explorer, adventurer and educator Kate has cycled more than twice the Earth’s circumference on her major journeys.
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Ms Songqiao Yao is an Antarctic explorer, National Geographic Global Explorer and the founder of WildBound.
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