Cantab
Cantab is a term commonly used to refer to a member or graduate of the University of Cambridge. The term is derived from the Latin name for Cambridge, Cantabrigia. It is often used in academic and professional contexts to denote affiliation with the prestigious university.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The word "Cantab" is an abbreviation of Cantabrigian, which itself is derived from Cantabrigia, the Latin name for the city of Cambridge. The term has been in use for several centuries and is a traditional way to refer to individuals associated with the University of Cambridge.
Usage[edit | edit source]
The term "Cantab" is typically used in formal and academic contexts. For example, it may appear in the post-nominal letters of a graduate, such as "John Smith, MA Cantab," indicating that John Smith holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of Cambridge. It is also used in various university publications and documents.
University of Cambridge[edit | edit source]
The University of Cambridge is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. Founded in 1209, it has a rich history and has produced many notable alumni, including Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and Stephen Hawking. The university is composed of numerous colleges, each with its own unique traditions and history.
Colleges[edit | edit source]
The University of Cambridge consists of 31 autonomous colleges, each responsible for the accommodation and pastoral care of their students. Some of the most well-known colleges include:
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
Many distinguished individuals have graduated from the University of Cambridge, including:
- Isaac Newton - Mathematician and physicist
- Charles Darwin - Naturalist and biologist
- Stephen Hawking - Theoretical physicist and cosmologist
- John Maynard Keynes - Economist
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- University of Cambridge
- Trinity College, Cambridge
- King's College, Cambridge
- St John's College, Cambridge
- Pembroke College, Cambridge
- Isaac Newton
- Charles Darwin
- Stephen Hawking
- John Maynard Keynes
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