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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 3d

Matriculation moments ⭐

Can you spot yourself in these Matriculation photos at @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social, @pembroke1347.bsky.social, @peterhousecam.bsky.social and @stcatharines.bsky.social?

#Cambridge #CambridgeUniversity #UniversityOfCambridge

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · 16d

Missed the Centre for Geopolitics' most recent panel? 🎙️

Master Mary Hockaday, Roger Mosey, and Jeremy Adelman recently joined the Centre to discuss the role of the media in framing global events.

If you couldn't attend, catch up on their discussion by watching the event video below. 👇

Centre for Geopolitics @camgeopolitics.bsky.social · 16d

Event video now available! Geopolitics & journalism

Jeremy Adelman, Mary Hockaday, and Roger Mosey discuss how journalists build trust and credibility while shaping public understanding of global conflicts.

Watch now via www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZoG...

Geopolitics & Journalism

YouTube video by Centre for Geopolitics

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 25d

If you're ready to start your postgraduate journey with us, we're ready to accept your application!

Get going with our handy guide to postgraduate applications: http://bit.ly/4nsSXhq

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · 26d

Trinity Hall Fellow Dr @leede-wit.bsky.social and researchers at the @campsydept.bsky.social recently conducted a study exploring how different types of messaging can influence UK public attitudes toward migration.

Check out their research findings below 👇

University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · Sep 12

A short, relatable message about a migrant worker boosted positivity toward EU #immigration by 20 points among UK voters.

The latest @campsydept.bsky.social #research suggests that pro-immigration arguments can be effective for the UK electorate 👇
https://bit.ly/3HYkEQi

British attitudes to immigrants from Europe can be shifted by relatable messaging, study finds

A short profile of a migrant NHS worker that taps into values of duty and hard work produces a 20-point swing in positivity towards EU immigration among British voters, according to a Cambridge psycho...

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · 26d

Trinity Hall is taking on University Challenge! 🎬

Tune in tonight (15 September) at 8.30pm on BBC Two to watch students Teymour Taj, Jake Bransgrove, Jeffrey Opreij, Shannon Gilbert and reserve member Sam Webb take on the London School of Economics (LSE).

Go team! 👏

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 9

Emma and Tom will be formally admitted to their Honorary Fellowships at Trinity Hall in a ceremony in October. We are excited to welcome them to the Fellowship.

Read more about them through the link below.

www.trinhall.cam.ac.uk/news/olympia...

Tom Scholar 📸© 2024 Ernie Savarese Photographer

Olympian and civil servant elected Honorary Fellows of Trinity Hall - Trinity Hall Cambridge

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 9

Tom Scholar is the chair of Nomura International plc and was previously the Permanent Secretary to the Treasury (2016-22). He was appointed Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath in the 2023 New Year Honours.

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 9

Emma Pooley is an engineer, author and former professional athlete. She took up cycling whilst studying at Trinity Hall and went on to race professionally for 8 years, winning several titles and a silver medal at the Beijing Olympics. 🚴‍♀️

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 9

We are thrilled to announce that alumni Dr Emma Pooley (Engineering, 2001) and Sir Tom Scholar GCB (History, 1987) will join the Trinity Hall Fellowship as our newest Honorary Fellows.🎉

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 9

In an insightful webinar with the Centre for Geopolitics, Master Mary Hockaday, Roger Mosey (Master of Selwyn College) and Jeremy Adelman (Director of the Global History Lab at the @cam.ac.uk) will explore how journalism shapes public understanding of global events.

Make sure to register below 👇

Centre for Geopolitics @camgeopolitics.bsky.social · Aug 22

New event! Geopolitics & journalism

Roger Mosey, Mary Hockaday, and Jeremy Adelman will explore the challenges of reporting from conflict zones and the role of media in framing global events.

🗓️ Thu 18 Sept, 5:00-6:30 pm
🗺️ Online (Zoom)
✒️ Reg & info: www.cfg.cam.ac.uk/events/geopo...

Geopolitics & journalism - Centre for Geopolitics

www.cfg.cam.ac.uk

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 4

If you're interested in joining or supporting the next 'You'll Fit In' programme, be sure to check out the link below and keep an eye out on for when applications open in October!

www.trinhall.cam.ac.uk/study-with-u...

You'll Fit In - Trinity Hall Cambridge

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 4

- Chatted with our student ambassadors about why they decided to apply to Cambridge.

- Attended a candlelit formal dinner in our Dining Hall - always a highlight of any trip to Cambridge!

Thank you to all the students who joined us this week and to everyone involved in organising the programme!

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 4

- Toured the incredible facilities at the @cam.ac.uk faculties and saw the beauty of the city centre.

- Joined panels with our admissions team to learn about the application process - including the opportunity to workshop their personal statements. ✏

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 4

Over the three days, students:

- Attended taster lectures with our Trinity Hall academics, learning about everything from the Post Office Scandal to neurodegeneration. ✉️

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 4

This Monday, over 50 students joined us for the final 'You'll Fit In' residential of 2025, where they experienced life at Trinity Hall first-hand — living, studying, socialising, and dining in College.

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 4

The 'You'll Fit In' initiative offers potential applicants from underrepresented backgrounds at Cambridge a free programme of webinars, talks and residentials to help support and guide them through the University admissions process.

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Sep 4

What's a Cambridge lecture like? What should I include in my personal statement? Is Cambridge for me? 🤔

These were just a few of the questions answered at our residential this week, as part of our jam-packed 'You'll Fit In' admissions programme.

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Aug 8

Check out the UC San Diego Library's eligibility criteria and application process below 👇

library.ucsd.edu/news-events/...

📸 Erik Jepsen (picture 1) and Katie Gardner (picture 2)

#cambridgeuniversity #cambridgeuniversitylibrary #visitingscholar #AcademicExchange

Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Aug 8

The programme is generously supported by the Avery-Tsui Foundation.

Are you interested? The deadline for applications is midnight (GMT)/ 4pm (Pacific Daylight Time) on Tuesday 30 September 2025.

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Aug 8

Spending between four and six weeks at @ucsandiego.bsky.social, the visiting scholar will be able to conduct in-person research with the University's collection, deepening their knowledge and understanding of modern and contemporary Chinese language materials in the humanities and social sciences.

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Aug 8

Trinity Hall is excited to be part of the WongAvery Visiting Scholar Exchange Program, an initiative that enables doctoral students from the University of Cambridge (@cam.ac.uk) to undertake research in the University of California San Diego Library's Chinese Collections.

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Aug 8

An opportunity for international collaboration 🌏

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · Jul 23

Lord Chris Smith has been elected as the new Chancellor of the University of Cambridge.

Lord Smith said “To be elected as Chancellor of the University I love is a huge honour. I’m thrilled."

Read more about Lord Smith and the Chancellor election 👉 www.cam.ac.uk/about-the-un...

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Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Jul 21

Read more about Professor Howard-Grenville's research and achievements through the link below.
www.trinhall.cam.ac.uk/news/fellow-...

Fellow-Commoner recognised by the British Academy - Trinity Hall Cambridge

Professor Jennifer Howard-Grenville, Fellow-Commoner at Trinity Hall and Diageo Professor of Organisation Studies at the Cambridge Judge Business School, has been made a Fellow of the prestigious Brit...

www.trinhall.cam.ac.uk

Trinity Hall, Cambridge @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social · Jul 21

Professor Howard-Grenville is one of the twelve University of Cambridge academics to be recognised by the Academy this year, and will join a Fellowship of over 1,700 leading minds in the fields of humanities and social sciences to champion research excellence.

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