On Saturday 6 April 2024, alumni, students, fellows and staff gathered to celebrate the anniversary of the changing of the College Statutes - albeit a few months late. 

Following refreshments in the Master’s Lodge, guests enjoyed a captivating talk by Professor Mari Jones on her research into the Norman languages of the Channel Islands – including many fascinating discoveries that she has made which helped her to produce the first ever Glossary of Channel Island Norman. Attendee and Peterhouse Society Chair Paula Vanninen described how “... [Professor Jones] regaled us in her very engaging and accessible style with her stories. I could have listened to her all evening.”

Petrean Adele Gritten also gave an inspiring talk about her career – including her current role as Chief Executive of Local Partnerships. Students made ample use of the Q&A section afterwards to gain additional insight and careers advice.

Drinks in the Master’s Lodge and dinner in Hall rounded off the event which all in all kicked off our 40 year celebrations perfectly. We were especially delighted to be joined by some of the first women who matriculated at Peterhouse in 1984, and also by Martin Golding, Emeritus Fellow, who was one of the Fellows instrumental in the changing of the statutes. The Master raised a toast at dinner in honour of Dr Saskia Murk Jansen, the late Development Director, Fellow and Tutor of Peterhouse, who played a vital role in this event coming into fruition.