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Founded in 1947, we are Cambridge's oldest student newspaper, producing regular print editions during term time as well as around-the-clock online content.
16/08/2025
“I have so many questions”: Chirathi Perera explores the hopes, fears, and expectations of incoming freshers https://buff.ly/2GO3Y6r
Chirathi Perera speaks to incoming Cambridge freshers about their fears, hopes, and expectations as they anxiously await the start of term
16/08/2025
https://buff.ly/GNb6QIZ “The systemic under-diagnosis of menstrual health conditions limits students’ academic engagement”
With the CU Mentsrual Health Society, Lizzie Grace discusses the results from the Varsity survey on student menstrual health
16/08/2025
Uni welcomes new students
The positive trajectory of A-Level results across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, continues from last year
16/08/2025
Talking to fashion podcaster Avery Trufelman, Mary Anna Im examines the trend of books as fashion accessories
Mary Anna Im, in conversation with fashion podcaster Avery Trufelman, examines the trend of books as fashion accessories and the rise of performative reading
15/08/2025
Gabrielle El Saraway has learnt a lot in her time away from the city
Gabrielle El Saraway contemplates the simple pleasures of country life in her time away from the city
15/08/2025
https://buff.ly/jgnD0Gl “Last month’s Chancellorship election showed how far our real-world influence has drifted from our place in the national conversation”
Charlie Rowan argues that Cambridge is losing its grip on national attention
15/08/2025
Local group objects to ‘bulky’ new Christ’s library
Christ's Lane Action Group launched a petition against the planning proposal for its 'bulky' impact on the historic Christ's Lane
15/08/2025
Hilary Lau considers if live-action films are made simply for the sake of profit
After the release of How To Train Your Dragon, Hilary Lau asks if live-action films are preserving stories or profit
14/08/2025
https://buff.ly/gTXPA0z Cambridge's award-winning singer-songwriter on embracing nicheness and the camouflage of metaphor
Tara Buxton and the award-winning composer discuss vulnerability in music and the camouflage of metaphor
14/08/2025
Kate Woodman shares her top tips for surviving Cambridge’s infamous get-ins and get-outs
Panicking ahead of your first show? Kate Woodman is here to help!
14/08/2025
Tia Ribbo interrogates the latest generation of messy, emotionally sincere pop stars
From the sincere to the ironic, Tia Ribbo examines the extremes that women in pop are dealt
13/08/2025
Trinity sells O2 Arena lease for £90m
Pensions insurance firm Rothesay has acquired London’s best-known live entertainment venue
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Welcome to Varsity on Facebook. Founded in 1947, we are Cambridge's oldest student newspaper, producing a weekly print edition during term time as well as around-the-clock online content.
At Varsity, we are always keen to hear new voices.
Widely read throughout the university community, we aim to deliver high quality content which drives important discussions and debates. As Varsity reporters, editors, columnists, writers and more, we take equal ownership of, and equal pride in, the paper we create.
Don’t worry if you don’t have any experience in journalism: Varsity is a place to learn, to experiment, and to explore new opportunities. Write for us and you’ll find a supportive environment united by passion and commitment to the paper.
We seek to give a voice to all students, providing a platform for a wide range of perspectives and voices. Have your say. Share your story.
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