David Starkey and the University's Vice-Chancellor, Alison Richard at the first annual Insider Day at Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge
On Saturday I hopped over to the freshly christened Murray Edwards College (formerly New Hall) for the first annual Insider Day. Organized by Cambridge Alumni Relations Office, the event was pitched as an opportunity for representatives of Cambridge regional societies from around the world to gather ideas, exchange experiences and receive support.
Undoubtedly, the highlight of the day was an enthralling talk by Fitzwilliam alumnus David Starkey on British identity. From the Roman origins of Britannia through to the Act of Union in 1707 and subsequent developments, Dr. Starkey took us on an exhilarating journey on the history of nationalism and identity in the UK.
Undoubtedly, the highlight of the day was an enthralling talk by Fitzwilliam alumnus David Starkey on British identity. From the Roman origins of Britannia through to the Act of Union in 1707 and subsequent developments, Dr. Starkey took us on an exhilarating journey on the history of nationalism and identity in the UK.
The lecture was followed by a reception in the Fellows' Garden. I had the privilege of meeting some fascinating people including Anne Lonsdale, President of Murray Edwards College, and a King’s alumnus who recounted his days in Cambridge when he regularly dined at High Table with Nobel author and King's Fellow, E.M. Forster.
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