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In 2009, the University of Cambridge celebrated its 800th anniversary.
To mark the occasion, year-long celebrations occurred in the UK,
the US and around the world. These events celebrated the best of Cambridge’s rich history and looked toward
the future, reflecting on the myriad achievements, milestones, and
world-changing ideas born within its walls.
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800th Anniversary Gala - New York City
On
December 5, 2009, nearly 600 Cambridge alumni and friends, including
many distinguished visitors from Cambridge itself, joined Cambridge
in
America in New York City to celebrate the 800th Anniversary of the
University of Cambridge at a festive black tie gala at Gotham Hall.
To read more about the Gala and to see photos and videos from the event, click here.
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800th Anniversary Reception - San Francisco
On December 10, 2009, nearly 300 alumni
and friends gathered at the St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco
for
a festive 800th Anniversary celebration with the Vice-Chancellor,
Professor Alison Richard, and other distinguished visitors from
Cambridge.
To read more about the San Francisco reception and to see photos from the event, click here.
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Cambridge Rings NASDAQ Closing Bell
In honor of the University of
Cambridge's 800th anniversary (1209-2009), and in recognition of
Cambridge's eight centuries of "transforming tomorrow," representatives
from Cambridge in America, alumni of the University, and visitors from
Cambridge rang the Closing Bell at the NASDAQ Market Site in New York
City's Times Square.
Click here to read more and to see photos from this event.
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800th Anniversary Events in the UK
In marking Cambridge’s 800th anniversary, the
University’s UK events struck a balance between academic
achievement and celebration, respect for the past, celebration of the
present and planning a legacy for the future.
Visit their gallery to see photos and video of the 800th Anniversary Celebrations.
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