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Who are we?
The Psychoanalysis Society is open to anyone with an interest in Psychoanalysis. In our events, we seek to explore how such notions as the unconscious can aid our understanding of clinical, political, and psychosocial phenomena. We are also interested in interdisciplinary dialogues between psychoanalysis and philosophy, literature, politics, and film. We host open forums every Tuesday, and a reading group each Sunday. A small selection of our past open forums include: Lacan With Antigone; What’s So Funny About The Phallus?; ‘Bion’ The Pleasure Principle; Intro To Schizoanalysis; Freud, Neurology, And Psychoanalysis; and Which Hegel?.
Whether you are an expert in the field of Psychoanalysis wanting to find likeminded people, or just want to learn something new, all are welcome in the Psychoanalysis Society!
When do we meet?
Events every week, rain or shine!
Open Forums: Every Tuesday at 6pm, room 5A.118
Reading Group: Every TBD, room TBD
What are our socials?
WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HBa2xqzBBoGBeMhOESPzDN?mode=wwt
Instagram: @essexpsychoanalysis
Facebook: Essex Psychoanalysis Society
Otherwise, you may contact us at essexpsychoanalysis@gmail.com :)
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These are your annual general elections, where members choose the students who will lead your society or sports club in the key roles of President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Welfare Officer for the next academic year. Anyone elected will officially take up their role from 1st August 2026. However, if both the incoming and outgoing committee's agree, a handover can take place earlier to support a smooth transition.
4 posts are up for election.
Nominations close at 23:59 on Sunday 22 February 2026 (in 5 days and 22 hours)
The polls open at 09:00 on Tuesday 10 March 2026 (in 3 weeks and 0 days)