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Supporting School and Inspiring Students
The Schools Liaison Officer at Magdalene works with schools to guide students applying to Cambridge, offering advice, support, and inspiration to help them reach their full potential.
New Portrait Unveiled in Hall
Magdalene College unveils its first portrait of a female Fellow, Professor Helen Vendler, in Hall. She was Parnell Fellow from 1994 to 1995 and an Honorary Fellow since 1997.
Telephone Campaign 2024
Magdalene students will be calling alumni and friends seeking support for our fundraising priorities. The Telephone Campaign connects the Magdalene community globally.
Magdalene Welcomes New Fellows
Magdalene warmly welcomes six new Fellows, excited to benefit from their academic insights and contributions to the College’s ongoing pursuit of excellence in learning and research.
After Abstraction: Becoming part of a painting
Nearly a year ago, Ruth Rix's first solo exhibition opened at the Robert Cripps Gallery. Dr Annja Neumann (2017) writes about her public engagement work in the Cross-Connections exhibition.
Magdalene Members recognised in King’s New Year’s Honours 2024
Four Magdalene Members have been recognised in The King’s New Year's Honours List. The College extends its heartfelt congratulations to our distinguished alumni for this well-deserved recognition.
‘Curious Cures’ Digitisation Project
Pepys Library has digitised six medieval manuscripts for the Curious Cures in Cambridge Libraries project. Notable among them is PL 911, a 'Sortes' manuscript featuring fascinating illustrations.
Pepys Library Curious Cures Digitisation Project
Six medieval manuscripts from the Pepys collection have been digitised as part of the University Library's Curious Cures project, marking the 300th anniversary of the Pepys Library’s arrival.
Impact Report 2022-23
The Magdalene College Impact Report offers an in-depth overview of the College's finances and demonstrates how the support from Members and friends positively impacts the College and its students.
The Rt Hon Lord Judge
It is with great sadness that the College announces the death of the Right Honourable Lord Judge, Honorary Fellow, on 7 November 2023. He had a distinguished legal career and was a respected figure at Magdalene.
Mr Philip Carne MBE elected as Magdalene Pepys Benefactor Fellow
The College is pleased to announce that Mr Philip Carne MBE (1958) has been elected as a Magdalene Pepys Benefactor Fellow. We are grateful for his continued support of the College.
Peter Peckard Prize Winner 2023
Congratulations to Ms Caitlin Rajan, winner of the Peter Peckard Memorial Prize 2023, for her essay on fashion’s global waste crisis, praised for its academic rigor and decolonial argument.