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Official account of Hughes Hall, the largest #maturestudent college at Cambridge University.

Welcoming undergraduates and postgraduates in all subjects since 1885.

https://www.hughes.cam.ac.uk/
How can I stand out in my interview?💡

With admissions interviews coming up soon, Hughes Hall Deputy Senior Tutor, Dr Joe Ellis gives this simple advice: "Be honest about what your interests are, what your opinions are and how you're thinking about things."🌟

Learn more⬇️
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November 28, 2025 at 2:45 PM
From tackling climate change and childhood cancer to steering technological advancement and education policy, Hughes Hall Fellows and researchers explain their groundbreaking work and its global impact.🌎

Learn more:
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November 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The latest issue of the The Owl magazine is here! 🦉

This special anniversary edition celebrates the inspiring stories behind our brilliant people today and over the last 140 years.

Read online now or pick up a physical copy around College!⬇️

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November 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Could the spread of Generative AI force a rethink of education?

In a new conceptual paper, Dr Imogen Casebourne & Professor Rupert Wegerif urge educators and policymakers to move towards a more talk-based approach to teaching and learning.

Learn more:
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November 18, 2025 at 1:45 PM
If you're a prospective student over the age of 21, consider applying to Hughes!🙌

Join our Outreach Officer, Molly, in collaboration with other mature colleges in two upcoming webinars & learn more about applying to Cambridge as a mature student.🌟

www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/applicant-we...
November 17, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Hughes Hall student selected as United Nations Young Leader🎉

We are delighted to share that the United Nations has selected Tanatswa Chikaura as a Young Leader for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).✨

Learn more⬇️
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@tanachikaura.bsky.social
November 17, 2025 at 12:01 PM
This week, the Library Team delighted students and staff with a Victorian-inspired afternoon tea in celebration of the College’s 140th Anniversary.🫖🍰

The event featured historical dress, traditional treats and a display from the College Archives.🦉

www.hughes.cam.ac.uk/about/news/v...
November 14, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Government backs oracy in new national curriculum – Hughes Hall researchers shape reform

Among the key measures is a new oracy framework for primary and secondary schools, a development strongly influenced by research and advocacy led by Oracy Cambridge.

www.hughes.cam.ac.uk/about/news/g...
November 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM
If you're a prospective student over the age of 21, consider applying to Hughes!

Join our Outreach Officer, Molly, in collaboration with other mature colleges in two upcoming webinars to learn more about applying to Cambridge as a mature student.

www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/applicant-we...
November 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Autumn is here and we are loving the colours around Hughes this time of year!🍂🍁
November 7, 2025 at 12:38 PM
This #BlackHistoryMonth we celebrate our remarkable people through personal reflections, inspiring stories and research profiles.🌟

Learn more⬇️
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October 27, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Hughes Hall Fellows, students and alumnae took a moment to share their thoughts and reflections during #BlackHistoryMonth.✨

#BHMUK
October 23, 2025 at 12:15 PM
The Hatton Chair, created to advance research & teaching to strengthen legal response to the climate crisis, is the first endowed professorship in climate law in the UK.

📅 22 October, 4.30pm
📍 Lauterpacht Centre for International Law, Finley Library

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October 21, 2025 at 10:44 AM
What does Beyoncé have in common with Vittoria Tesi, the black opera diva of 18th century Italy? Find out in a lecture-recital where researcher Emmanuela Wroth, singer Lufuno Ndou, & artist Carol Leeming breathe life back into Vittoria Tesi.🎶

Learn more:
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October 16, 2025 at 11:02 AM
October is a good time to introduce our Tutor, By-Fellow & Race Equality Champion, Dr Roni Ajao. She has helped lead and support College activity for #BlackHistoryMonth, as well as providing specific support to our students throughout the academic year.🌟

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October 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The Student Centre in the Hughes Hall website is a one-stop shop for academic, practical, welfare and MCR information. You can click onto the centre from any page on our website by finding the owl!🦉

www.hughes.cam.ac.uk/student-cent...
October 3, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Starting induction this week? Welcome!🙌🎉

Cambridge will stay with you in the friendships you nurture, the questions you pursue, and the work you carry forward.🎓🌎

Visit our Student Centre to learn more about life at Hughes:
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October 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Each year we welcome over 400 graduates to our alumni community.🌎🙌

We caught up with a few of our recent alumni to hear about their experience studying at Hughes and their exciting plans for the future.🌟

Learn more⬇️
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October 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Join us this October for a range of events here at Hughes Hall to mark Black History Month.🌟

#BHM2025
October 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We are excited to share a range of lectures and musical performances taking place at Hughes Hall this weekend, from 26th-28th September!🎉🎶

There are still a few spaces left in each of our events - all are welcome.🙌

Details and booking information⬇️
www.hughes.cam.ac.uk/about/events...
September 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM
During the @Cam.ac.uk Alumni Weekend, we are proud to present a Festival of International Artists, featuring 6 renowned artists coming together for 3 nights of chamber music — from bold duos & fiery tangos to lush quintets & rarely heard gems.🎻🎹

www.hughes.cam.ac.uk/about/events...
September 24, 2025 at 12:03 PM
We're just two weeks away from this @Cam.ac.uk Alumni Festival event featuring Hughes Fellows Prof @mwgehring.bsky.social and Katrina Ffrench.🙌

📅 Friday 26 September, 2:00-3:00PM

Learn more and book your place⬇️
www.hughes.cam.ac.uk/about/events...
September 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Coming up at the @Cam.ac.uk Alumni Festival we will learn from Hughes Hall Impact Director, @dralexiswillett.bsky.social & Fellows Jane Mann & Adam Igra about the value of connecting academic expertise with local community insight to find unexpected innovations.
www.hughes.cam.ac.uk/about/events...
September 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
During the @Cam.ac.uk Alumni Festival, @ZahraJoya.bsky.social, Afghan Journalist & founder of @rukhshanamedia.bsky.social, & Laurie Bristow, former UK Ambassador to Afghanistan, will discuss why education is resistance in oppressive regimes.

Details & booking:
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September 11, 2025 at 9:30 AM
This Friday we'll open our doors for the @cam.ac.uk College Open Day!🎉 Tour Hughes Hall with student ambassadors and bring your questions to admissions staff who will be on hand to greet you throughout the day.

📅 Friday 12 September
🕰️ 9:30am-4:30pm

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September 8, 2025 at 9:15 AM