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As the UK experiences another spell of extreme heat, questions about how we can respond to a warming planet feel increasingly urgent.

Professor Shaun Fitzgerald, Girton Fellow and Director of the Centre for Climate Repair, speaks to the i Paper about technological approaches to cooling the planet.

From understanding how particles in the atmosphere can influence the climate to investigating possible ways of cooling the planet, the research raises fascinating and important questions about how we respond to climate change.

Read the full article: https://inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/climate-anxiety-scientists-working-cool-planet-4700992

Got climate anxiety? Meet the scientists working to cool our planet down To fight global warming, these experts are finding groundbreaking solutions that could save us all

🌙🔭 What happens when a piece of a SpaceX rocket crashes into the Moon?

Girton Fellow and Public Astronomer Dr Matt Bothwell spoke to the BBC about the recent lunar impact, explaining what scientists could learn from the event, and why there was no danger to Earth.

The impact offered astronomers a rare opportunity to observe what happens when a large object hits the lunar surface, potentially helping us better understand the Moon and the effects of space debris in space.

Read the full BBC article:

What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon? Our satellite has endured countless blows over millions of years - and astronomers think this one could be a useful accident.

'One of the things I value most about Girton is the people. My friends have made it feel like home, and being surrounded by such talented, thoughtful, and supportive individuals has been one of the most rewarding parts of my experience. It's a privilege to learn from academics who are not only experts in their fields but genuinely passionate about sharing their knowledge. Whether in lectures, on the netball court or over dinner in halls, Girton has given me a community that encourages me to challenge myself, celebrate others' successes, and enjoy every part of university life. I'm incredibly grateful to receive this prize.'

Congratulations to Natalie M on receiving the Sir Arthur Arnold Scholarship in recognition of excellent work in Engineering at Girton College, University of Cambridge!

Photo credit: Marcell Hunyadi

Generations of Girtonians have passed through these corridors.

Whether you were heading to lectures, Formal Hall, the Library, or simply meeting friends, this view has been part of countless journeys over the years 💚

What's the first memory that comes to mind when you see it?

🏉⚽ From Girton to Ghana

Thanks to support from Girton's Adela Marion Adam Travel Scholarship, recent graduate Myles Eckes was able to join the Cambridge University Rugby League Football Club on a once-in-a-lifetime tour to Ghana, travelling alongside fellow Girtonians Connor Quigley, Jacques Pressley, Tom Massingham and Owen Hanford-Jackson.

Across the week, the Club played three matches, led rugby sessions for local schoolchildren, explored Ghana's capital and reflected on an experience that combined sport, cultural exchange and community engagement.

Read Myles' account of the tour and how a Girton Travel Award made it possible: https://www.girton.cam.ac.uk/news/girton-to-ghana

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Photo credit: Matthew Cormack

From Girton to Ghana: the travel award behind a once-in-a-lifetime tour Girton’s Travel Awards help students make the most of opportunities beyond Cambridge, supporting experiences that broaden horizons, build confidence and create lasting connections. Awarded through an annual competition, the grants enable around 35 to 40 undergraduate students each year to travel d...

Life after Girton... where has it taken you?

Every edition of The Girtonian reminds us that there are countless paths after Girton. Research breakthroughs, new publications, personal or family milestones, awards or honours, and everything in between.

Help us celebrate the diverse achievements of the Girton community by submitting your update for the next edition.

📬 Email your news to [email protected]

Joan Robinson never did things by the book.

On the anniversary of her death, we remember one of the twentieth century's most original economists, a Girtonian whose ideas challenged orthodox thinking and continue to shape conversations about economics today.

At a time when women at Cambridge could study but not receive degrees, Joan refused to accept conventional wisdom. She questioned assumptions, reshaped economic thought and inspired generations of economists to think differently.

Many of the questions she explored nearly a century ago, from market power to inequality, remain just as relevant today.

Read more about Joan Robinson's remarkable legacy in The Girtonian.
🔗https://www.girton.cam.ac.uk/news/joan-robinson

University of Cambridge

🌿 Join our Gardens and Grounds team at Girton College, University of Cambridge.

We're looking for a Grounds and Sports Facilities Assistant to help maintain and develop our beautiful grounds and indoor and outdoor sports facilities.

This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week), offering £27,241–£30,180, depending on skills and experience.

If you have experience working in gardens, grounds or sports facilities, enjoy working outdoors, and take pride in creating welcoming spaces, we'd love to hear from you!

As many College sports fixtures take place at weekends, some Saturday working will be required during term time, with weekday time off in lieu provided.

Find out more and apply:
https://www.girton.cam.ac.uk/job-vacancies/grounds-and-sports-facilities-assistant-0

"Intercalating in Natural Sciences (Psychology) has been one of the highlights of my time at Girton. It gave me the chance to explore health from a range of different perspectives, including psychology, neuroscience, public health and policy, and it made me think about medicine in a much broader way. I loved the year, so I'm especially pleased that receiving this prize reflects both how much I enjoyed it and the work I put into it. I'm really grateful to Girton for such a welcoming and supportive environment, and I'm looking forward to carrying everything I've learned with me as I return to Medicine for my final three years."

Congratulations to Gina F. on receiving the John Bower Buckley Scholarship in recognition of exceptional work in Natural Sciences (Psychology) at Girton College, University of Cambridge!