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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 01/10/2026

Hannah Fry is competing in The Celebrity Traitors! 🕵️‍♀️ PhD student Ellie @sidneysussex.bsky.social explains how maths could help Hannah on the show 🧮 Catch it tonight at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Hannah is Professor of the Public Understanding of Mathematics and a Fellow at @queens.cam.ac.uk.

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TASO @taso.org.uk · 28/08/2026

Elijah Denning, TASO Intern, and Education Student @queens.cam.ac.uk discusses the importance of foundation years and their role building confidence, academic readiness, and a sense of belonging, particularly for those who may not have a clear path into higher education. taso.org.uk/news-blog/mo...

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Cambridge Development & Alumni Relations @yourscambridge.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

From queueing to shower in 1998 to en‑suite bliss in 2016: the facilities might change but the need for a room that feels like refuge never does 😇. Step into this issue's My Room, Your Room with Elizabeth Day, Author and student Elijah Denning at @queens.cam.ac.uk's CC31 👉 bit.ly/4fLXta5

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 21/05/2026

Cambridge has a new Guinness World Record holder 🏅 @eng.cam.ac.uk @queens.cam.ac.uk student James Goh spun a tungsten fidget spinner on one finger for 30 minutes and 34.54 seconds! That's nearly 5 minutes longer than the previous record and around 20 times longer than a standard spinner 💫

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 01/05/2026

In March, Queens’ President Dame Menna Rawlings hosted her first Queens’ Conversations event in celebration of International Women’s Day. We're now pleased to share that the full panel discussion is available to watch on our YouTube channel! ow.ly/NK9z50YTcki

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 15/04/2026

We are delighted to hear of the new research published yesterday in Nature by Sanger Institute researchers, including Queens' Fellow Commoner, Inigo Martincorena (Senior author at Wellcome Sanger Institute). Read more about this new release below.

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Emily Dourish @emilydourish.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Heron taking advantage of the quiet evening to look majestic from a prime tourist spot. @everyheron.bsky.social @queens.cam.ac.uk

A beautiful heron looking out over an empty river between two stone-lined banks. There is a stone bridge in the distance and white blossom in the foreground.

An attempt to make an arty shot by framing a heron on a riverbank inside the chunky wood of the Mathematical Bridge. It nearly works.

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 02/04/2026

Queens’ College is proud to celebrate the announcement of the Rokos School of Government at the University of Cambridge. This landmark investment has been made by a long-standing and generous supporter of Queens’, Mr Chris Rokos. Read more here: www.queens.cam.ac.uk/about-us/new...

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Queens’ College celebrates the announcement of the Rokos School of Government to the University - Queens' College

Queens’ College is delighted to hear of the announcement that the University of Cambridge has received a commitment of £190 million to establish the Rokos School of Government.

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 01/04/2026

It’s just three days to go until the annual Cambridge vs Oxford Boat Race! 🚣🏻🚣‍♀️ Catch the Lightweights and Veterans on Friday 💪 Then it’s time for the Blue Boats and Reserves on Saturday 🩵 Tap the link below to find out how to watch 📺 www.theboatrace.org/broadcast-cover… 📸 Nordin Catic

A group of people wearing sports uniforms stands in front of a historic building at Cambridge University. The individuals are aligned in two rows on a grassy area, with the architectural facade prominently visible in the background.

A group of nine individuals wearing matching light blue Cambridge boat team uniforms pose in front of a historic, ornate wooden door set in a stone building. They are positioned in two rows, with some kneeling and others standing. They are all wearing black shorts and boots. The setting appears to be a formal or historic environment.

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 31/03/2026

We are delighted to announce that the University of Cambridge has received a commitment of £190 million – the biggest individual donation to a British university in modern times – to establish the Rokos School of Government. youtu.be/oruSfls6jRE?si=sXGlMPuzcXB…

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Chris Rokos on why he set up the new School of Government at the University of Cambridge

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 19/03/2026

The medieval world was brutal. Fortunately, it had chess. An award-winning study by @queens.cam.ac.uk Dr Krisztina Ilko reveals that chess promoted racial harmony in remarkable ways, celebrating intellectual prowess, irrespective of skin colour. Explore the full story 👇 bit.ly/4bPYU4X

The image features an illustrated medieval scene with two individuals on either side of a chessboard, engaged in play. A banner above reads, "Study highlights the role of medieval chess in promoting racial harmony," citing new research from Cambridge. The chess pieces are arranged mid-game.

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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

⭐ Spotlight on: Ida Jobe Today, we are delighted to introduce Ida Jobe, a PhD student on the BBSRC Doctoral Training Programme, working in the Department of Pathology! Read Ida’s story: bio-cam-spotlight-on.my.canva.site/ida-jobe @campathology.bsky.social @queens.cam.ac.uk #PhD #Research

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Department of Sociology, University of Cambridge @camsociology.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Our Y10-13 school photography competition is open to entries! Win £100 for yourself, £100 for your school and an invite to visit @cam.ac.uk 🏆 ➡️ This year's theme: take an original photo that tells a story about (in)tolerance ➡️ Deadline: 8 May 2026 🔗 Enter: www.sociology.cam.ac.uk/photo-compet...

Enter the Cambridge Department of Sociology's Photo Competition. Students in Yrs 10-13 - in the UK and abroad - can enter to win £100 for themselves, £100 for their school, and an invite to visit University of Cambridge! This year's theme is "(in)tolerance". Can you take a photo that tells a story about (in)tolerance? You’re welcome to submit a paragraph alongside it explaining the thinking behind your image. Your picture should be your own original work. Closing date: Friday, 8 May 2026

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Menna Rawlings @mennarawlings.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Queens of Queens’. Happy #iwd2026. From @queens.cam.ac.uk . With impact 💥

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 11/03/2026

Yesterday, Dame Menna Rawlings hosted the first Queens’ Conversations event in celebration of #IWD, exploring the theme of Impactful Women. She was joined by Hannah Fry (Professorial Fellow), Joanna Scanlan (1980), Angela Chan (1992), Corin Robertson CMG (1990) and Helen MacNamara CB (Clare College)

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 03/03/2026

Today we fly the flag to celebrate the birthday of Queens' alumnus, Alexander Crummell, who was born March 3 1819! Crummell was possibly the first black graduate of Cambridge, and we honour him proudly at Queens'.

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 01/03/2026

Spring is settling in at @queens.cam.ac.uk 🌼 📸 Lloyd Mann #CambridgeUniversity #Cambridge #Spring

A person in a red top stands at the rear of a punt, steering it along a river with several passengers seated. The scene features tall trees along the riverbank and a foreground of green grass with blooming purple crocuses.

A historic university courtyard with well-maintained grass and flowerbeds, surrounded by red-brick buildings with large windows and ornate details. A prominent tree frames the scene, and potted plants line the pathway adjacent to the building.

A historic, beige stone building with multiple chimneys stands in the background, surrounded by trees and vegetation. In the foreground, a well-maintained garden with green grass and a variety of plants is visible. Two people are walking on the lawn.

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 04/02/2026

Prof James Brenton, (Queens’ Professorial Fellow, Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute) is part of new research investigating how to prevent tumours from becoming resistant to chemotherapy. Read more here: ow.ly/jHps50Y8EMr #WorldCancerDay

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Menna Rawlings @mennarawlings.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Huge congratulations to @queens.cam.ac.uk bye fellow, Dr Mona Jebril, for winning the British Academy Global Innovation Fellowship. Brilliant result and @carnegieendowment.org is lucky to have you (though we want you back!). #academicexcellence #queensofqueens

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ai@cam @ai.cam.ac.uk · 09/01/2026

Turn research into viable ventures in just 2 days through our upcoming AI Bootcamp 🚀 With support from across Cambridge’s innovation ecosystem, you’ll sharpen your pitch & gain practical advice to take #AI research beyond the lab. ⬇️ Apply before 28 January! www.ai.cam.ac.uk/calls/ai-sci...

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 21/01/2026

It was an evening for the history books on Monday night, when the President's Lodge held not only one, but four current and past Queens' Presidents! Current President, Dame Menna Rawlings, hosted Dr Mohamed El-Erian (20-25), Lord Eatwell (97-20) and Lord Oxburgh (82-88) for celebratory drinks. 🥂

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 20/01/2026

Yesterday evening, we held our latest Fellowship admission ceremony, where welcomed our newest Official Fellow, Dr Dong Ma. Congratulations and welcome to Queens'.

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 16/01/2026

Imad Ahmed (Queens’, Faculty of Divinity) is the project coordinator behind an exciting new multidisciplinary astronomy course for Muslim leaders in the UK. He was recently interviewed on BBC Radio 4’s Sunday programme (20 mins in) to discuss the Moonsighters Academy: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Leeds University moonsighting project unites science and religion - BBC News

The project hopes to end 'moon wars' between mosques across the UK.

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 15/01/2026

Cambridge University historian and former Queens' Fellow, Dr Eamonn O’Keeffe, has today published his findings surrounding the harsh realities of life as a disabled veteran of the War of 1812. Read more about his discovery: cam.ac.uk/stories/disabled-redcoat-veterans-lost-autobiography-discovered

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 12/01/2026

Calm winter morning skies over Cripps Court 🌕 📍 @queens.cam.ac.uk 📸 Lloyd Mann

An early morning view of the Cripps Court at Queens' College in Cambridge, with snow on the ground, moon visible in the sky, and two individuals walking outside.

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 19/12/2025

As we bring the year to a close, Queens’ President, Dame Menna Rawlings has a short Christmas message for all Students, Alumni and Staff. Filmed in the beautiful President’s Lodge. Watch on YouTube via the link below: youtu.be/obVKa3seCWI

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 17/12/2025

💚 Join the team at Queens’ College We’re hiring for a range of roles across the College, offering the chance to be part of a friendly, hardworking community. Catering & Conference Manager Food & Beverage Service Supervisor College Boatman & Head Coach www.queens.cam.ac.uk/about-us/vacancies/

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 12/12/2025

Queens' JRF (@camhistory.bsky.social) @drkrisztinailko.bsky.social's new book, The Sons of St Augustine, challenges major assumptions about the medieval Catholic Church and early Renaissance. Read more about her publication on our website, and the Cambridge University press release.

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Krisztina Ilko @drkrisztinailko.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Wild medieval saints! 🔥🔥🔥 Dragons and miraculously sprouting cherry twigs. An evil walnut tree growing above the tomb of Nero. For these and much more in my book, 'The Sons of St Augustine' (OUP), I am delighted to share the wonderful media release that Cambridge published this morning:

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Dragon-slaying saints performed green-fingered medieval miracles, new study reveals

Pope Leo XIV's Augustinian order once performed green-fingered, dragon-slaying miracles. Dr Krisztina Ilko rediscovers their lives and wild power base

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Cambridge Philosophical Society @camphilsoc.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Professor Marie Edmonds FRS will give our next lecture on volcanic degassing and its impact on our environment. @queens.cam.ac.uk @cambridge-earthsci.bsky.social 24 November 2025, 18:00-19:00, Bristol-Myers Squibb Lecture Theatre BOOK NOW: www.cambridgephilosophicalsociety.org/events/event...

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 27/10/2025

Congratulations to all the Queens’ students who graduated this weekend! We’re incredibly proud to have you in our community.💚🎓

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 16/10/2025

Fellows' News: Dr Tobias Müller (Bye-Fellow, Queens’ College) has recently had a new paper published. Read more about it below:

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 10/10/2025

Fellows' News: Prof Clare Bryant (Veterinary Medicine/Medicine/Queens’ College) speaks to the Naked Scientists about the impact of Covid-19 and whether it has changed our immune systems for good. Listen here: ow.ly/nQgj50X9CYe

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Has COVID-19 weakened our immunity?

Or are we paying back an immunity debt...

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 10/10/2025

Fellows' News: Four cutting-edge University of Cambridge research projects are to receive funding from UKRI, including the initiative led by, Department of Pharmacology’s Professor Mark Howarth and Dr Ana Rossi (Queens’ College). Read more here: ow.ly/EoTj50X9CWx

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Four Cambridge innovations awarded UKRI proof of concept funding

Four cutting-edge University of Cambridge research projects are to receive funding from UKRI to grow into market-leading products and services.

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 10/10/2025

Fellows' News: Prof Neil Lawrence (ai@cam/Department of Computer Science/Queens’ College) speaks to BBC News about artificial general intelligence and ‘doomsday prepping’ by some tech billionaires. Read more here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly1783…

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Tech billionaires seem to be doom prepping. Should we be worried?

The debate is ramping up about what happens if - or when - computer intelligence overtakes humans

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 08/10/2025

Many congratulations to our newest Undergraduate cohort, who officially became members of the College yesterday! After the matriculation photograph, students had the opportunity to formally meet our President, sign the matriculation book and enjoy a celebratory matriculation dinner.

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 06/10/2025

On Friday evening we officially welcomed our newest members of the Fellowship of Queens'. Their admission took place in our beautiful chapel and they were welcomed in by our President, Dame Menna Rawlings. Many congratulations and welcome to Queens'.💚

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 01/10/2025

We are delighted to announce that Dame Menna Rawlings has begun her tenure as the first female President of Queens’ College, University of Cambridge, following a historic installation ceremony held within the College yesterday, 30 September 2025.

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 19/09/2025

As Mohamed A. El-Erian’s tenure as President of Queens’ College ends, we reflect with gratitude on five years of warmth, energy & distinction. To Mohamed, Anna & family: thank you. This is not goodbye, but simply, see you soon. @elerianm.bsky.social

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 10/09/2025

Visit Queens’ College on Thursday 18th September for the @cam.ac.uk Postgraduate Open Days! Join us from 11:00 - 15:00 for a tour of our beautiful grounds and extensive facilities, plus speak to our current students! Book your place now: www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/openday

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 01/08/2025

The College intends to appoint a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) from 1 October 2026 in each of the following subject areas: Music and Pure Mathematics/Mathematical Statistics. For more information visit our vacancies page on our website: www.queens.cam.ac.uk/about-us/vac...

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 25/07/2025

It may have been a rather rainy day yesterday for our postgraduate graduation, but that didn’t dampen our spirits! 🎓👏 Many congratulations to our amazing students. To view our gallery of photographs from the day, visit our website: queens.cam.ac.uk/about-us/new...

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 18/07/2025

“We need a prop change at centre stage: an energy transition from fossil fuels to renewables." Dr Dante McGrath, Queens' alum and researcher at the Centre for Climate Repair, has published an article on climate action in The Conversation UK. theconversation.com/reduce-remov...

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Reduce, remove, reflect — the three Rs that could limit global warming

Any legislation of climate actions needs to be based on scientific evidence and informed decisions.

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Jennifer Cobbe @jennifercobbe.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Graduation day for @queens.cam.ac.uk undergrads

Students lined up in their gowns ready to leave Queens' College to go to their graduation ceremony

Students lined up in their gowns outside Senate House in Cambridge, ready to go in for their ceremony

An official standing at the exit of the Senate House in Cambridge holding a sign that says "Quiet please ceremony in progress"

Students and family gathered outside the Senate House in Cambridge after their ceremony

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Queens' College, Cambridge @queens.cam.ac.uk · 02/07/2025

This afternoon Queens' President Mohamed El-Erian spoke with Jeremy Vine to answer questions about the economy, the chat did include a surprise guest phone call from Queens' very own Head Porter, Dave! Listen via the link below: (around 1 hour 10 mins in) www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Jeremy Vine - Disability benefit and medieval re-enactments - BBC Sounds

Jeremy discusses disability, tables on paths, the economy and medieval re-enactments.

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