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Summer Creative Writing Bursary
English student Joe Wright has received the inaugural RF Kuang Writing Bursary to write his first poetry pamphlet over the summer, exploring themes rooted in the North Pennines.
Mark vs. Tristram
To mark 70 years since C. S. Lewis joined Magdalene, we spotlight a playful pamphlet in the Old Library: a mock legal exchange on Tristram and Isolde, penned by Lewis and Owen Barfield.
Easter Residentials for High-achieving Students
Magdalene hosted two Easter residentials for students from Wales, Merseyside, and the Isle of Man, offering academic sessions, university insights, and a Cambridge experience.
Professor Helen Vendler (1933-2024)
Magdalene remembers Professor Helen Vendler, Honorary Fellow and leading poetry critic, whose time at the College inspired key work and left a lasting legacy.
Everest mountaineer’s letters digitised for the first time
Letters from George Mallory, detailing war, love, and Everest, are now freely accessible online in the centenary year of his final climb attempt.
School visits to Magdalene
Magdalene regularly hosts school groups for day visits to the College.
Professor Paul Lane awarded European Research Council Advanced Grant
Magdalene Fellow, Professor Paul Lane, has been awarded a prestigious ERC Advanced Grant for his project on the archaeology of ancient pastoral societies in Kenya.
Telephone Campaign 2024 – Thank You!
Thank you to all our Members who donated during the recent Telephone Campaign. Over £178,000 was raised, supporting mental health resources and the Pepys Restoration Project.
A weekend of rowing excellence
With 185 years of rivalry, the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race is one of the world’s oldest amateur sporting events. The 2024 Lightweight Boat Races were won by both Cambridge crews, captained by Magdalene students.
Meet the Boat Race Men’s Lightweight President
Last week, we spoke with Lauren Britten (2019), President of the Women's Lightweight Crew. Today, we caught up with Ben Jones (2021), President of the Men's Lightweight Crew.
Representing Magdalene at the Boat Race
Magdalene student Lauren Britten (2019), President of the Women's Lightweight Crew, shares her thoughts on rowing and representing Cambridge at this iconic event.
Meet the 2024 Telephone Campaign Callers
Our student team will be calling Members globally to share College updates and ask for support towards fundraising goals. They look forward to connecting with you!