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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.

21/11/2025

Protesters call on university staff to support strike action

Sewing and handmaking clothing is an excellent opportunity to get into the crafting process in Cambridge, says Arushi Da...
21/11/2025

Sewing and handmaking clothing is an excellent opportunity to get into the crafting process in Cambridge, says Arushi Dattani

Arushi Dattani speaks with some Cambridge students who also manage to fit sewing into their busy schedules about the benefits of homemade fashion

https://buff.ly/HOXmDky "Using GenAI would appear to double the workload if one were to produce critically analysed work...
21/11/2025

https://buff.ly/HOXmDky "Using GenAI would appear to double the workload if one were to produce critically analysed work with verified sources. It seems like a small return for a hefty environmental price"

Nessa Yip argues that AI's harm to the climate outstrips its potential benefits

https://buff.ly/2hv9WiK Indya Mason in conversation with Cambridge content creator Dami Fadun
20/11/2025

https://buff.ly/2hv9WiK Indya Mason in conversation with Cambridge content creator Dami Fadun

Indya Mason speaks to architecture graduate Dami Fadun about navigating black identity as a Cambridge student

Harmony Mitchell reviews Bristol's twee favourites The Cords
19/11/2025

Harmony Mitchell reviews Bristol's twee favourites The Cords

Harmony Mitchell encourages you to look forward to a fresher, brighter era of indie with a review of Bristol's twee favourites

In search of the Midlands (in Cambridge)
19/11/2025

In search of the Midlands (in Cambridge)

Harriet Crust sits down with the committee of the newly-established Midlands Society to talk about the importance of a regional identity

Ruby Randall sits down with the ARCSOC life drawing community
19/11/2025

Ruby Randall sits down with the ARCSOC life drawing community

Ruby Randall sits down with the ARCSOC life drawing community, who have learnt how to see in a different way than before

Henry and Zach try Al Casbah's North African cuisine, and implore you to do the same
18/11/2025

Henry and Zach try Al Casbah's North African cuisine, and implore you to do the same

The Siskel and Ebert of Cambridge scran offer their thumbs up to Mill Road's beloved family-run restaurant

Uni drops incoming CFO amid leadership turbulence
18/11/2025

Uni drops incoming CFO amid leadership turbulence

The reversal of Rita Akushie's appointment comes as Cambridge grapples with mounting financial pressure

Pembroke flood damage forces ‘costly’ repairs
18/11/2025

Pembroke flood damage forces ‘costly’ repairs

Two staircases, as well as New Cellars, have been inaccessible for the last two weeks

Freshers' plays are frantic fun, says Elsie Hayward
17/11/2025

Freshers' plays are frantic fun, says Elsie Hayward

There's no better way to make a start in the Cambridge theatre scene than with a freshers' play, writes Elsie Hayward

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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.

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