If you’re ever in central London between Covent
Garden and Holborn, look up. You might spot three letters somewhere between the
Starbucks angels and the pub signs: "LSE". They may not look much. But these
three letters welcome you to one of the world’s leading universities for social
and political sciences. The London School of Economics and
Political Science (LSE) offers more than just economics. You can study all sorts
of things, from history to mathematics to psychology. The university was founded
in 1895. It has always set very high standards for its students. Today, it
accepts fewer students every year than any other British university. It’s not
surprising that 17 Nobel Prize winners and 34 world leaders went to LSE
including John F. Kennedy. Those who do get a place can enjoy
teaching from LSE’s top-class staff. Students have the chance to learn in the
university’s great facilities. The LSE has the world’s largest social and
political sciences library, its own theater, and many other lecture theaters.
These host lectures and debates for both students and the public.
Some of the most important people in the world come to speak. Recent
speakers have included former UN Secretary—General Kofi Annan, former US
President Bill Clinton, and even ’controversially’ Colonel Gaddafi. In 2008, the
LSE started "LSE Live", a series of live online lectures.
There’s still time for fun at LSE. Students can join up with the LSE student
union to take part in sports, arts and drama clubs. They can also join up with
other London universities. What’s more, LSE is big on China.
The university has a strong link with Peking University. A two-week LSE—PKU
summer school takes place every year. The course covers economics, management,
international relations, media and law, all with a focus on China and Asia.
How’s that for strengthening East-West relations Which of the following is true of LSE
A. It is the oldest political university in Great Britain.
B. It has the smallest number of students in the world.
C. It is outstanding in other fields besides economics.
D. It is similar to Peking University in many ways.