What’s On

Eminent sociologist, globalization scholar and LSE professor Ulrich Beck will deliver a lecture on individualization and cosmopolitanization of religion in the department of sociology’s public lecture series. The Observer understands that this will be a highly attended event, so try to get there early to grab a seat.

When, Where: Tonight, 6:30pm in the Old Theater

Following on the heels of celebrated microfinance pioneer Muhammad Yunus, another individual who has been recognized for empowering many impoverished Bangladeshis, Iqbal Quadir, will drop by the LSE. Quadir, a professor at MIT’s Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship and the founder of Gonofone and Grameenphone, will deliver a speech on “Decentralized Prosperity”.

When, Where: Thursday, 6:30pm in G108 (20 Kingsway)

Not exactly in the same vein as putting modern communication technology in the hands of the disempowered, Gazprom is nonetheless among the worlds largest gas and energy giant. The Russian state-owned utility has been flexing its political-economic power in recent years, and has cut various deals for energy exploration and pipeline deals around the world. Vitaly Vasiliev, the CEO of Gazprom Marketing and Trading in the London office, will talk about the contemporary gas market, as well as Gazprom’s plans for the future.

When, Where: Friday at 4pm, New Theater