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Wolfson Junior Research Fellow Julieta Galante studies whether mindfulness training can help reduce stress levels during exams.
Memories of Easter Term will live on in the memories of alumni, not just for the punting and the beautiful spring gardens, but for the exams — and all the stress that comes with them. During this time, we try to create an atmosphere at College conducive to studying and stress-reduction, and to offer extra support to students when they most need it. But what does this mean in practical terms? And can techniques such as puppy-petting and mindfulness training really help reduce stress levels?
50th Anniversary of the Boat Club
Happy 50th to the Wolfson College Boat Club! The Club's first crew in 1968 consisted of five women (including the coxswain) and four men. This year, the Club had a very successful Lent Bumps (despite the stormy weather), a men's team competed in China and we are hopeful for a good result in the May Bumps between 13 and 16 June. To celebrate its 50th, the Club is holding a special Bank Party and Rowing Session in addition to the usual Boat Club Dinner. You can book on to all these events, and secure your spot in our Bumps Marquee, on our website.
Fellow and Tutor Giles Yeo will speak at the event on the topic of 'Are your genes to blame when your jeans don't fit?'
Wolfson City Evening in London this Thursday
Tonight, 3 May, between 6 and 8pm, we will be holding a drinks reception at the international law firm Fried Frank in London. There are a few places left if you would like to join us.
In conjunction with this event, we will be launching our 2018 appeal for a Wolfson Members in the City Student Bursary; gifts to this appeal will enable future Wolfson students in need of financial support to benefit from the same opportunities as our alumni. We are delighted that an anonymous donor has agreed to match gifts to this appeal. If you would like to donate, please click here.
Mary Hesse Legacy
Mary Hesse, one of our first Fellows back in 1965, generously remembered Wolfson in her Will by leaving a significant legacy to the College. It was recently decided that this gift will support Arts and Humanities PhD students in perpetuity from next academic year onwards.
Mary was a hugely influential figure in History and Philosophy of Science, noted not only for her academic research, but also for her inspirational work as a teacher and lecturer.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Garden Party & Mary Bevan Concert
Mark your diaries for Sunday 17 June, which is the day of both our annual Garden Party and one of our favourite concerts of the year. Open to all Wolfson members, the party is from 3-5pm and the Mary Bevan Recital is at 7:30pm. Stop by to enjoy a glass of wine or ginger beer and listen to the Cambridge University Brass Band and the College Choir.
Mary Bevan was a Senior Member who is remembered through the annual Mary Bevan Recital which her husband Professor Hugh Bevan, Honorary Fellow, has funded in her honour. The Recital will be performed by prize-winners of the Cambridge University Musical Society (CUMS) Concerto Competition. DETAILS HERE>
Talks and Seminars
There's a full schedule of talks this term, including the Wednesday Lunchtime Seminars, the Tuesday afternoon Humanities Lectures and the Science Society series on Fridays.
On 10 May, the Lee Seng Tee Distinguished Lecturer will be Dame Professor Carol Robinson (below).
UG Open Days
Spread the news - potential mature undergraduates welcome at Wolfson on 5 and 6 July. As part of the University's Open Days, we're offering prospective students refreshments, tours and a chance to chat with Admissions Tutors. There will be a special session for the Undergraduate Course in Medicine.
The Digital Person
The Wolfson-HAT Annual Symposium on the Digital Person takes place on 31 May. The symposium will be chaired by three eminent professors in the field; Emeritus Fellow John Naughton, Fellow Jon Crowcroft and Senior Member Irene Ng.
MORE TO EXPLORE
A new Senior Tutor will join the College in September. The Trireme Archive has come to Wolfson. NNedPro turns 10 and will hold a summer school and summit at Wolfson in July. An Honorary Doctorate has been awarded to Professor Sir Leszek Borysiewicz by the University.
Photos: James Downs, Fiona Gilsenan, Matthew Harvey
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