Vintage Varsity
Resident archivist Alex Myall looks through the many rigging scandals of Cambridge’s past
Deep Dive
Josh Kazali looks into the evolving formal traditions of Cambridge
History of Cambridge
Niall Quinn looks through the history books to uncover the stories behind Cambridge’s regal visits
As the pressures of exam season draw near, Isabella Steinmeyer offers some Cambridge fun facts to lighten the mood
Nick James explores the so-called ‘Cambridge Mafia’ of Westminster
From gatecrashers to window-smashers, Ella Hawes recaps Cambridge’s May Ball scandals through the decades
Joshua Gleave talks to college chaplains across Cambridge about their unique job role and its accompanying set of highlights and challenges
Isabella Steinmeyer highlights the acts of kindness that make Cambridge porters so special
Isabella Steinmeyer speaks to the social media stars attempting to demystify Cambridge life
Caitlin Parry explores how gender imbalances in the comedy industry manifest in Cambridge’s own stand-up circuit
As the Beehive and the Grafton Centre face major redevelopment, Nick James takes the pulse of opinion on Cambridge’s changing urban landscape
Long Read
Recalling his fresh-eyed conception of literary smokers, Varsity archivist Joshua Shortman takes us through Cambridge’s smoky past and present
Patrick Dolan speaks to alumni who experienced Freshers’ Week during the 90s and asks whether it truly has undergone significant changes
Natasha Macbeth investigates what is at the root of Christ’s consistent academic success
Suchir Salhan uncovers the truth about Oppenheimer’s time at Cambridge during the 1920s
Gwenno Robinson meets the students who topped Tripos to find the secret to their success
Hannah Gillott meets disabled students demanding fairer treatment
Alice Stephens asks whether we should let women and non-binary drinking societies off the hook
What are the challenges of studying in a foreign linguistic environment?
First degree-holders are eligible for affiliate status, allowing them to complete a second BA in just two years
Varsity asks why students stay at Cambridge for postgraduate study
Varsity spoke to northern students about accents, regionalism and life outside of the M25
Cambridge welcomed its first foundation year students in 2022