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"The Wolfson Research Events show that we are an inviting and intellectually stimulating place for students from far and wide to come together in a community of scholarship." — Jane Clarke, President of Wolfson College
The 7th annual Research Event was held on a wintry Friday 2 March. Despite the stormy weather, there was a good turnout of students, academics and many members of the University community. It was a typically diverse Wolfson affair, with presenters who hail from over a dozen different countries. The topics ranged from 'Decolonisation' to 'Oligodendrocyte precursor cell differentiation' to 'The emotional dimensions of prison life'. Event Chair Aliandre Barlete tells us more in her report:
The Lee Hall was full for our panel discussion, and the conversations continued afterwards over drinks at the President's Lodge.
'Imposters or Academics?
For International Women's Day, WCSA and the College hosted a panel discussion on women's lives in academia — their struggles and successes. The panel was hosted by Rosie Agnew and featured Professor Jane Clarke, Dr Rasha Rezk and Azita Chellappoo, academics at different stages of their careers. The turnout and lively discussion shows there is a real appetite for this kind of discussion at Wolfson.
Aicha Massrali studies 'brains in a dish' to better understand autism. She received a Cambridge Trust Award to support her research.
STUDENT FUND
Thank you to all alumni, friends and organisations who have donated in support of our students. You can now donate online to the Annual Fund.
The very diversity we treasure at Wolfson means that our students are at disproportionate risk of facing funding and debt challenges. Join in and help raise even more so we can help every student who needs financial support. A gift of any size makes a difference.
Expect to see spectacular visual effects at Wolfson's May Ball.
May Ball
Great news — Wolfson College's May Ball (formerly known as the June Event) takes place on 22 June. The Committee is putting together an exciting programme to include live music and stunning special effects and decor. Tickets can be purchased for a themed Dinner, and there are special ticket offers for VIP access, a discount for groups of eight people, and a Bursary discount on some tickets to make the Ball the most affordable in Cambridge. All Wolfson members are welcome — come and celebrate with us.
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The Garden in (almost) Spring
The late-winter bulbs and blossoms are coming into their own now and Phil's garden tours have resumed. A group of enthusiasts joined him recently to take a look at a few of his favourite plants for winter interest, learn about pruning shrubs, and find out the correct way to pronounce 'clematis'.
Sporting Success for Wolfson Students
This term saw some tremendous sporting results for Wolfson students. Dennis Mubaiwa and the University powerlifting team won their Varsity match. Athletics were well-represented by Gunther Klobe, who earned his Blue by clearing 1.95m in the high jump. Our men's football team topped the MCR league with straight wins. And although Lent Bumps were truncated for the first time in 50 years, the mens' and women's crews had strong showings. Several Wolfson students are rowing in University crews over the next few weeks, so look for the results on our website.
With the hard work of WCSA, the gym has also been spruced up and stocked with new equipment.
In skiing, Victoria Bell won her Blue, earning a jacket well suited to the recent weather conditions.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Christopher Le Brun, President of the Royal Academy, Exhibition at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge
Shown for the first time at Wolfson College, this visually challenging series of paintings is a continuation of Le Brun's most recent series of prints, Composer. Acknowledging the musical form of separate movements, and recognising painting's essentially layered structure, these new oil on paper diptychs by this internationally renowned painter, printmaker and sculptor create an opportunity for interdisciplinary discussion and debate. The exhibition will open 14 May in the Combination Room and Gallery.
Image: D1, 2018 ©Christopher Le Brun
Lee Seng Tee Distinguished Lecture
This year's lecture will be presented on Thursday 10 May by Professor Dame Carol Robinson on 'Changes of State and Mind'. Professor Robinson has led the world in the development of mass spectrometry to study proteins. In her talk, she will share insights into the challenges, discoveries and achievements of her career. Open to all and free to attend.
College Quiz Night - ENCORE
If you are in Cambridge on the evening of Thursday, 12 April, why not join us for the annual College Quiz Night? Bar and nibbles start at 7pm, the Quiz itself starts at 7:30pm, and continues until 10pm with a half-time break. To enter a team of up to six people, email quiz@wolfson.cam.ac.uk. Open to all Wolfson staff and members.
Wolfson City Evening
We are delighted to invite you to a professional networking event in London on the evening of 3 May. In addition to meeting with fellow Wolfson members, we will have a lecture by Dr Giles Yeo, whom you may recognise from his television work. At the event we will also be launching our associated '2018 Wolfson Members in the City' Student Bursary Appeal.
More details here
MORE TO EXPLORE
Wolfson College is delighted to announce that Dato' Dr Kenneth King-Mun Yeang has been admitted as an Honorary Fellow. The 2017 Irene Ng Prize has been awarded to Tatiana Vilsbol. Visiting Fellow, Professor Sam Lieu has been elected President of the International Union of Academies. A musical production by Wolfson alumnus Andrew Goldman had its New York debut.
Photos: Fiona Gilsenan, Max Mulvany
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