Clare College, Cambridge

Clare College, Cambridge
	Latin: Collegium Clarense
Established	1326
Master	Loretta Minghella
Location	Trinity Lane, Cambridge; Lua error in Module:Coordinates at line 489: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).
Website	clare.cam.ac.uk

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Clare College is a constituent college of the University of Cambridge in Cambridge, England. Founded in 1326, it is the second-oldest surviving college of the university, after Peterhouse. The college was originally named University Hall, but was refounded in 1338 as Clare Hall by an endowment from Elizabeth de Clare, a granddaughter of Edward I.

History[edit | edit source]

Clare College was founded in 1326 by Richard Badew, the then Chancellor of the University of Cambridge. The college was initially named University Hall. In 1338, the college was refounded and endowed by Elizabeth de Clare, who was one of the wealthiest women in England at the time. The college was renamed Clare Hall in her honor. The name was shortened to Clare College in 1856.

Architecture[edit | edit source]

Clare College is renowned for its architecture, particularly its Old Court, which was built between 1638 and 1715. The college's Chapel was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in 1763. The Clare Bridge, which spans the River Cam, is the oldest of Cambridge's current bridges and was completed in 1640.

Academics[edit | edit source]

Clare College is known for its strong academic performance and has a reputation for excellence in a wide range of subjects. The college has a diverse student body, with students from various backgrounds and countries. Clare College offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and has a strong tradition of research and scholarship.

Student Life[edit | edit source]

Clare College has a vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies. The college is known for its music society, which is one of the most active in the university. The Clare College Choir is internationally renowned and has made numerous recordings. The college also has a strong tradition in rowing, with its boat club, Clare Boat Club, being one of the oldest in Cambridge.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

Clare College has produced many notable alumni, including:

David Attenborough, broadcaster and natural historian
James Watson, co-discoverer of the structure of DNA
John Rutter, composer and conductor
Sir Anthony Caro, sculptor

Related Pages[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

External Links[edit | edit source]

Official website

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Latin: Collegium Clarense
Established	1326
Master	Loretta Minghella
Location	Trinity Lane, Cambridge Lua error in Module:Coordinates at line 489: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).
Website	clare.cam.ac.uk