Congress

NZUSA

Congress next year is to be held from January 26 to February 3, as in the past, at Curious Cove in the Marlborough Sounds.

Over the past 20 years Congress has become widely known (some would say notorious) as a forum for the discussion and exchange of ideas; and as an institution which demands the utmost of the mental and physical stamina of those attending.

While it is the seventh and smallest of New Zealand's universities, the University of Curious Cove is certainly the most democratic. Its advantages over the more mundane institutions in which we spend most of our time are numerous.

Among them: equal numbers of each sex, excellent facilities for all aquatic sports as well as tramping, table tennis and volleyball, and a "staff" which has been selected by and for students.

It is intended to have from 11 to 14 speakers drawn from among New Zealand's most versatile and interesting people from many different fields. In addition, it is hoped that at least one prominent overseas personality can be persuaded to attend.

William Buckley, onetime candidate for Mayor of New York and editor of America's far right wing National Review spoke at the last Congress and received much attention throughout New Zealand as a result.

The University of Curious Cove can cater for only 140 people. All those interested in attending Congress '68 should watch the noticeboards for further information.