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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.
Peckard, Equiano and the Abolition of the Transatlantic Slave Trade – Part II
Peter Peckard, Master of Magdalene, played a key role in the abolition of the slave trade. He mentored Thomas Clarkson, inspiring his anti-slavery work and the “Am I not a man?” slogan.
Peckard, Equiano and the Aboliltion of the Transatlantic Slave Trade – Part I
The Magdalene Archives support the renaming of Riverside Bridge after abolitionist Olaudah Equiano. This post explores his friendship with Peter Peckard, Master of Magdalene.
Magdalene Class of 2023
Magdalene College welcomes 192 new students this year, including 105 undergraduates and 87 postgraduates, wishing them happiness and success during their time with us.
Meet Magdalene’s New President
Dr Nicholas Carroll (2017), Fellow and Director of Studies in Clinical Medicine, has been appointed President of Magdalene College, succeeding Professor Brendan Burchell (1990).
Magdalene Welcomes New Fellows 2023
Magdalene College is pleased to welcome new Fellows this academic year, bringing fresh energy, diverse perspectives, and exciting talents to the community.
Arts and Humanities Essay Competition 2023 prize-giving
The winners of the inaugural Arts and Humanities Essay Competition visited Magdalene College for a prize-giving celebration in the Master’s Garden, meeting the judges of their winning essays.
Magdalene Members admitted to the University of Cambridge Guild of Benefactors
Three of our generous Magdalene benefactors were admitted to the University of Cambridge Guild of Benefactors, recognising their outstanding philanthropic contributions.