That ceremony was preceded by the Vice-Chancellor giving his annual address which this year focused on partnership and philanthropy.
“If this University has achieved remarkable things in the past,” he said, “It is because we have always understood the importance of building connections to the wider world and been successful in harnessing the power of partnerships. “
“As we ready ourselves to launch a new University-wide campaign, it is worth remembering that Cambridge has, among its other varied collaborations, a rich history of philanthropic partnerships.
“It is the foresight of our benefactors that enables us to serve society through academic excellence today.
“So together, through partnership, we can and will make a difference to the world of tomorrow for the benefit of all.”
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The new academic year for the University of Cambridge began today with the congregation for the election and admission of the new Proctors.
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