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Patience Agbabi (1983) elected to Honorary Fellowship at Pembroke College

We are delighted to announce that renowned poet and novelist Patience Agbabi (1983) has been elected to an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of her distinguished writing career.

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Pembroke Behind the Scenes: Meet the staff who keep the College running

For our 400 Hours series, Lodge Porter Adam Berry undertakes a behind-the-scenes investigation at Pembroke. Hear from Lodge Porter Spencer Solomon, long-serving Scout Mrs Singh and Deputy Butler Jamie Tricker about life behind-the-scenes.

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Sir Roger Bannister, former Master, celebrates 60th anniversary of 4 minute mile

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Today marks the 60th anniversary of Sir Roger Bannister's famous athletic achievement: running the first sub-four minute mile, at Iffley Road race track here in Oxford.

Sir Roger has released an autobiography, Twin Tracks, to coincide with celebrations which are taking place throughout the week to mark this special event.

As well as going on to a distinguished career in neuroscience, Sir Roger served as Master of Pembroke from 1985 - 1993 and the College is still home to a display of his sporting trophies and memorabilia.