At St. Edmund’s College, the Fellowship is the cornerstone of our vibrant, welcoming, and forward-thinking academic community.
These individuals bring world-class expertise and leadership to enhance, research, governance, and the broader mission of the College. Their dedication ensures St. Edmund’s remains a dynamic place to study, collaborate, and THRIVE.
As a Fellow of St Edmund’s College, I engage with a diversity of disciplines and subject areas, outside of my area of research. Networking with highly accomplished individuals beyond my field of expertise provides new insights and opportunities for collaboration.
Governing Body Fellows
Governing Body Fellows are formal appointments made under the College’s Statutes and Ordinances. They are responsible for shaping the direction of the College, upholding its values, and contributing to governance, strategy, and academic life. They are elected for their academic, professional or operational contributions.
- Title A – Official Fellows
- Title B – Research Fellows
- Title C – Professorial Fellows
- Title D – Extraordinary Fellows
Fellows and senior members
- Emeritus Fellows: Retired Fellows who have given sustained and distinguished service to the College, typically over a period of at least 20 years.
- Life Fellows: Retired Fellows recognised for outstanding and long-term service, including a minimum of 25 years and significant contributions to the College.
- Honorary Fellows: Distinguished individuals recognised for exceptional contributions or in recognition of significant achievement in their chosen field.
- Bye Fellows: Academics, researchers, professionals or operational contributors who make a meaningful and tangible contribution to College life.
- Fellow Commoners: Individuals who provide invaluable operational support, advice, or project-based contributions to College life.
- Fellow Benefactors: Major supporters recognised for their exceptional contribution to the College through philanthropy and service.
- Visiting Scholars: Academics temporarily based in Cambridge who contribute to College research aims and engage with the community during their appointment.
- Post Doctoral Research Associates: Early career researchers holding posts at the University of Cambridge, contributing to research and college life in a variety of different ways.
- Senior Research Associates & Research Associates: Academics affiliated with the College’s partnered institutes who contribute to joint academic activities and lead or participate in public-facing research events.
Membership Office
If you’re interested in learning more about the St Edmund’s College Fellowship, we welcome you to contact the Membership Team at membership@st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk
