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Katherine Philips (1631-1664)
For International Women’s Day, we highlight Katherine Philips, a pioneering 17th-century poet and translator. Known for her work on friendship, she earned recognition, even in Samuel Pepys's time.
Dr Allègre Hadida wins Pilkington Prize
Magdalene Fellow Dr Allègre Hadida has been awarded the prestigious Pilkington Prize for excellence in teaching and her outstanding contribution to the University’s academic community.
First professor of the Deep History and Archaeology of Africa
Professor Paul Lane has been appointed as the inaugural Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer Professor of the Deep History and Archaeology of Africa.
Stellar Nurseries: Studying the birth of stars and planets
Visiting Fellow Dr Jennifer Wiseman is a senior astrophysicist at NASA Goddard and Senior Project Scientist for the Hubble Space Telescope.
The Genoa Psalter
The Genoa Psalter, the first known polyglot work, features Hebrew, Latin, Greek, Arabic, and other languages. It includes a biography of Christopher Columbus and handwritten inscriptions linking it to notable figures.
Lewis Carroll
Magdalene’s Old Library now has an online catalogue of 19th and 20th-century mathematical and scientific books, including works by Charles Dodgson, better known as Lewis Carroll.
Magdalene Memories: Antony Grey
This article highlights Antony Grey’s pivotal role in the 1967 Sexual Offences Act, his activism for gay rights, and his contributions to Magdalene College’s library, including donations of his publications.
A 16th Century Cinderella?
Johann Geiler von Kaysersberg's Das Irrig Schaf (1510) includes one of the earliest versions of the Cinderella story. The book was once owned by Johann Eck and later donated to Magdalene College.
Interview with Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet
Magdalene Member Mr Robin Christopherson (1989) has recently received an MBE for his services to digital inclusion. Robin was presented the MBE by His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge at Buckingham Palace.
Magdalene Access Residential 2017
In April we hosted our annual residential for Year 12 state schools students from the College link areas of Merseyside and North/West Wales.
Mandela Magdalene Memorial Fellow
A new Cambridge Professorship in African archaeology, funded by the Oppenheimer Foundation, will include a Mandela Magdalene Fellowship, deepening the College’s ties with Africa and its scholars.
The Elzevier Dynasty
Magdalene College’s Old Library holds works by Louis Elzevier, founder of the renowned publishing dynasty. His influence is seen in miniature editions, book auctions, and the collection of Samuel Pepys.