Cambridge University

1209

Cambridge, England

Isaac Newton

Charles Darwin

Alan Turing

Prince Charles

Founder

Henry 8

Years of creation

1546

Graduates

Isaac Newton

Lord Byron

Stephen Hawking

Famous for

The college contains several landmarks such as the Campanile, the GMB, and The Rubrics, as well as the historic Old Library

Trinity College actively develops international cooperation by offering exchange programs for students and researchers.

There are numerous clubs and societies on the campus that promote student activity and creativity.

Interesting facts

The university was also involved in the First World War, noticeably in the Defence of Gallipoli at the Dardanelles.

In 2010, Forbes ranked it one of the 15 most beautiful college grounds in the world

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.

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Matriculation Ceremony: New students participate in an official ceremony where they don academic gowns

Formal Hall: Once a week, students can attend a formal dinner in their college, where food is served in a traditional manner.

The Boat Race: The annual rowing competition between Cambridge and Oxford attracts a large audience and has a long history.

Nobel Prize Winners: More than 100 Nobel Prize winners have been associated with Cambridge, including renowned scientists like Isaac Newton and Stephen Hawking.

Graduation Rings: Graduates can receive a special ring that symbolizes their affiliation with the university.

Libraries: Cambridge's libraries house over 15 million books, making it one of the largest in the world.

Founder

Henry 6

Year of creation

1441

Graduates

John Maynard

Alan Turing

Traditions

There is also a tradition of "King's
Affair", an annual ball organized by college students

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.

Matriculation Ceremony: New students participate in a ceremony where they receive their academic gown.

Famous for

Revolutionary research in the field of surgery, anesthesia and infectious diseases was carried out here.

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.

King's College maintains close ties with diplomatic missions and government organizations, which promotes international cooperation and knowledge exchange.