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Cambridge University

Cambridge University boasts a rich history dating back to 1209, marked by numerous traditions and ceremonies that make student life unique. One such tradition is the annual Boat Race against Oxford, a significant event that draws large audiences.

Cambridge University

Cambridge University

King`s College

King's College maintains close ties with diplomatic missions and government organizations, which promotes international cooperation and knowledge exchange.
Classical music concerts, theatrical performances and art exhibitions are held at the university. These events attract the attention of not only students, but also residents of London.
Revolutionary research in the field of surgery, anesthesia and infectious diseases was carried out here.
Traditions
Matriculation Ceremony: New students participate in a ceremony where they receive their academic gown.
May Day - Early on the morning of the first of May, students King's College gather on the bridge St. Magdalene's to hear the choir singing, which begins at 06:00 a.m. sharp. After that, the students throw coins into the river to celebrate the beginning of a new day.
There is also a tradition of "King's Affair", an annual ball organized by college students
John Maynard
Year of creation
1441
Henry 6
Libraries: Cambridge's libraries house over 15 million books, making it one of the largest in the world.
Graduation Rings: Graduates can receive a special ring that symbolizes their affiliation with the university.
Nobel Prize Winners: More than 100 Nobel Prize winners have been associated with Cambridge, including renowned scientists like Isaac Newton and Stephen Hawking.

Tradition

The Boat Race: The annual rowing competition between Cambridge and Oxford attracts a large audience and has a long history.
Formal Hall: Once a week, students can attend a formal dinner in their college, where food is served in a traditional manner.
Matriculation Ceremony: New students participate in an official ceremony where they don academic gowns

Structure

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Trinity College

Interesting facts
The first female student. In the 1970s, Trinity College accepted female students for the first time, becoming one of the first male colleges in Cambridge to take this step.
In 2010, Forbes ranked it one of the 15 most beautiful college grounds in the world
The university was also involved in the First World War, noticeably in the Defence of Gallipoli at the Dardanelles.
Famous for
There are numerous clubs and societies on the campus that promote student activity and creativity.
Trinity College actively develops international cooperation by offering exchange programs for students and researchers.
The college contains several landmarks such as the Campanile, the GMB, and The Rubrics, as well as the historic Old Library
Stephen Hawking
Lord Byron
1546
Founder
Henry 8

Graduates

Prince Charles
Alan Turing
Charles Darwin
Isaac Newton

Location

Cambridge, England

Years of creation

1209