Cambridge in America

“If you want to understand the United States, go to Cambridge” - Chris Smith Chris Smith, Chancellor of the University, has written in the Guardian about the importance of studying the United States at a moment of profound political and cultural change > ow.ly/ebzA50Z2fCV

250 years on, what is the legacy of the US Declaration of Independence? Everyone is welcome at this free event, hosted by School of the Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Cambridge and the US Studies Network, bringing together leading scholars, journalists, artists and politicians. 🗓 29 May 2026 | 12.30–7.00pm 📍 Ray Dolby Centre, University of Cambridge 🎟 Free to attend, open to all, booking essential philanthropy.cam.ac.uk/story/the-unit…{SOCIAL_NETWORK

You are invited to two virtual events : “How AI is Transforming Cultural Heritage Research ” on June 10 and “Digital Humanities: Transforming How We Understand the World” on July 8. Learn more and register today: ow.ly/Xlgs50YZ1b2

Happy Birthday to Sir David Attenborough (Clare College 1945), who turns 100 today! Broadcaster, biologist, natural historian, and author Sir David has given his name to the campus of the Cambridge Conservation Initiative > ow.ly/mukw50YUhjV

In celebration of our 25th anniversary, the “25 Years, 25 Stories” series is underway, featuring members of the Cambridge community whose ideas and achievements are shaping the world. Start exploring today as we add more stories in the weeks ahead > cantab.org/25-years-25-st…

As we approach America’s 250 anniversary, Professor Nick Guyatt (Emmanuel 1992) is providing essential context on how American history & foreign policy are being reimagined today in these interviews: NYT Interview: ow.ly/YyOS50YNK3o CAm Interview: ow.ly/JgS650YNK3u

In our latest interview, Professor Shaun Fitzgerald, Director of the Centre for Climate Repair, shares how Cambridge is pushing the boundaries of climate research, developing approaches like geoengineering and the idea of “refreezing the Arctic” > cantab.org/earthday2026

The new 2026 class of Gates Cambridge Scholars has been announced, comprising 68 Scholars from 25 different countries. Read the full story here - cam.ac.uk/stories/gatess… @Cambridge_Uni @GatesAlumni @gatesfoundation

Relive the magic, watch behind-the-scenes episodes, and explore the personal journeys of those who wore the Light Blues in our latest visual story about the 2026 Boat Race: ow.ly/vfbl50YE9yQ

Congratulations to the Cambridge University Boat Club men and the Oxford University Boat Club women on their victories in the 2026 Boat Race > theboatrace.org

We are delighted to announce that the University of Cambridge has received a commitment of £190 million – the biggest individual donation to a British university in modern times – to establish the Rokos School of Government. This incredibly generous donation comes from investor and entrepreneur Chris Rokos. The mission of the new School is to equip future leaders to navigate increasingly complex domestic and global political environments in a challenging and rapidly-changing world. The Rokos School will build upon Cambridge’s world-leading expertise across the fields of public policy, politics and leadership, helping position us at the forefront of research and teaching in government and public leadership. Fundamental to the School’s operation will be its direct access to Cambridge’s renowned expertise in technology and the sciences, together with disciplines more usually associated with the social sciences, arts and humanities. The School will be built in the Cambridge West Innovation District – a vibrant community where outstanding researchers from many academic disciplines sit side by side with global businesses and innovative startups. Explore more about the Rokos School of Government and this exciting new step for Cambridge: cam.ac.uk/stories/rokos-… #UniversityOfCambridge #CambridgeUniversity #RokosSchoolOfGovernment #ChrisRokos

Another Cambridge woman makes history. We celebrate Maggie O’Farrell (New Hall 1990) and her hit novel adapted for the screen, “Hamnet": ow.ly/lwQO50YzSsF Want to learn more about Cambridge's influence on cinema? Check out ow.ly/brrm50YzStc

Watch a special Cambridge moment... 🎺 🎓 💐 Chris Smith, Lord Smith of Finsbury, was formally installed as the 109th Chancellor of the University of Cambridge yesterday, following his election in July 2025. Watch the full ceremony on YouTube 👉 youtube.com/watch?v=LmKEyt… #Cambridge #CambridgeUniversity

As Cambridge in America looks back on its first quarter century, Cambridge alumni who volunteer their time to CAm reflect on what the University has meant to their lives and careers:

CAm Invites You to 2 Special Events in Washington, DC! Does the Declaration Still Resonate? A 250‑Year Reflection To learn more and register, visit ow.ly/OAmw50YtF41 2026 ASIL Conference Networking Reception To learn more and register, visit ow.ly/I6jk50YtF4z

Congratulations to all the athletes named in The Boat Race 2026 Blue Boat Crew Announcements! What an incredible achievement to represent your university in one of the most historic rivalries in sport. Check out the full roster here > ow.ly/KGcv50YsW4q

Cambridge will be home to the UK's most powerful quantum computer, as part of a major new partnership with quantum technology company @IonQ_Inc. The partnership will support research, innovation, and skills development, and cement Cambridge and the UK as a world leader in quantum. Read the full story 👇 bit.ly/4bCUFJS

The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race returns on Saturday, April 4, 2026, and Cambridge alumni across North America are coming together to celebrate. See where you can join the celebration by visiting cantab.org/the-boat-race-…

American philanthropist Carl Feinberg cares deeply about the future of the planet. His connection to one of Cambridge’s most revered scientists, Lord Martin Rees, led him to give to CAm, a gift now designated to fund an endowed professorship > ow.ly/etTq50YrMTQ

The Cambridge Festival 2026 will take place between March 16 and April 2, 2026. For a full list of virtual sessions, visit cantab.org/festival and register today!