News

We are saddened to share the news that Professor Graham Richards CBE died yesterday in his sleep. He was a towering figure in the College and University.

Brasenose is delighted to announce that the Wolfson Foundation has awarded the College a generous grant of £100,000 to support the redevelopment of Frewin Hall.

Arriving at Brasenose for my first term was a whirlwind of emotions—excitement, curiosity, and a fair bit of nervousness. I was eager to embrace the opportunities Oxford had to offer but unsure of how I’d adjust to the new academic and social environment. Now, looking back, I can confidently say that my first term has been an incredible journey of growth, discovery, and memorable experiences.

It is very difficult to distil the long history of the College into a short article and this piece does not try to do so.

The introduction of women students at Brasenose is arguably the most momentous event in the College’s long history since 1509.

Saturday 21 September 2024 saw the first celebratory event to commemorate the 50^th anniversary of the admission of women at Brasenose with alumni of all generations.

The day started with a panel debate at the Mathematical Institute on Woodstock Road as part of the University’s ‘Meeting Minds’ Alumni Weekend. Entitled ‘Five@50’ the debate had representatives from each of the five former men’s colleges who took the step first to admit women in 1974: Brasenose, Hertford, Jesus St Catherine’s and Wadham Colleges. Chaired by Vice Chancellor Irene Tracey, the speakers were Lexi Loizou (Brasenose, 2021), Jen Cownie (Hertford, 2005), Francine Stock (Jesus, 1976), Lisa Roberts KC (St Catherine’s, 1988) and Mary Ann Sieghart (Wadham, 1979). More on the speakers...

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The next undergraduate Open Days at Brasenose College and the University of Oxford is taking place on Friday 20^th September.

Brasenose is celebrating two Royal Society awards for members of its community.

Brasenose bade a fond farewell to 120 graduating students at a sun-soaked reception in late July.

Our Brasenose community is mourning the tragic death of first year Wesley Akum-Ojong. Wesley was a much loved 19-year old PPE student, who died on 21 June when at Port Meadow with friends.

Brasenose Student Beth Parker has won the prestigious Chancellor's Latin Prize for Verse.

Sometimes I forget I go to *the* Oxford University everyone is always talking about. Even after two terms, living and studying here feels surreal.

Read all about Brasenose's admissions cycle, and why we would love you to be a part of it next year! 

You might have heard many people say this: I would never have believed you if you told me that I would be studying Biology at Oxford University 5 years ago

From 12th-25th March this year, our fantastic team of Telethon callers will be manning the phones and reaching out to fellow Brasenose members, to update you on College news, let you know about the exciting projects coming up, and share ways to get involved...

On December 7th and 8th, we embark on a transformative fundraising campaign to secure the remaining capital for the new building at Brasenose’s Frewin Annexe, a development that brings the first new quad to the College in decades. This is your chance to help us unlock the future of learning at Brasenose.

https://brasenose.givingday.co.uk/giving-day/1554

Congratulations to Hon. Fellow Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Sir Jeffrey Cheah AO on being appointed honorary Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire, recognising his services to education, the NHS & philanthropy. Tan Sri Jeffrey is Chancellor of Sunway University and Chairman of Sunway Group.

Thinking of applying to Brasenose? Read more here to see why you should!