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Dec 5, 2024 · News is the beating heart of the paper, unearthing the goings-on around Cambridge and holding the University to account. Varsity news stories are regularly picked up by national publications and, as a news correspondent, the next big scoop could be yours. You’ll be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team, pitching and discussing leads at the weekly news conference while learning from more ...

Oct 18, 2024 · The Cambridge Student’s Union (SU) has abolished six of its sabbatical officer roles in a major shakeup of the institution’s structure. A motion passed in student council on Monday (14/10) introduced multiple changes to the SU’s constitution, including making its “liberation” campaigns independent of the institution, and abolishing their sabbatical officers.

The next stage of reopening the ‘Varsity Line’ – connecting Oxford and Cambridge by train – is set to begin, with plans to build the second phase submitted to the UK government. Officially known as the East-West rail scheme, the ‘Varsity Line’ is scheduled to be completed by the mid ...

Sep 18, 2024 · Varsity is the independent newspaper for the University of Cambridge, established in its current form in 1947. In order to maintain our editorial independence, our print newspaper and news website receives no funding from the University of Cambridge or …

Nov 29, 2024 · Varsity is the independent newspaper for the University of Cambridge, established in its current form in 1947. In order to maintain our editorial independence, our print newspaper and news website receives no funding from the University of Cambridge or …

Sep 19, 2024 · Varsity is the independent newspaper for the University of Cambridge, established in its current form in 1947. In order to maintain our editorial independence, our print newspaper and news website receives no funding from the University of Cambridge or …

Jan 24, 2025 · Researchers at the University of Cambridge conducted a protein-wide association study (PWAS) using data from UK Biobank, a health database holding detailed information on half a million volunteers. Information from more than 42,000 participants was analysed for the levels of nearly 3000 plasma proteins in an attempt to characterise the protein “signatures” of social isolation and loneliness.

5 days ago · A Cambridge grad, Kate Van der Borgh, has penned a “dark academia” novel set in a fictional Cambridge college. And He Shall Appear, Van der Borgh’s debut novel, draws on her own experiences of feeling like an outsider while at the University. The story revolves around a northern, working-class narrator navigating the privilege and exclusivity of a fictional Cambridge college while ...

3 days ago · Top UK universities, including Oxford and Cambridge, are moving away from “traditional” exam formats in favour of more “inclusive assessments” to lessen awarding gaps. These include open-book tests or take-home papers instead of in-person, unseen exams. The approach was established under new ...