Societies form an important part of the Darwin College atmosphere, bringing together like-minded Darwinians in the pursuit of a shared love or interest. Whether it's taking photos, writing poetry, or even just enjoying a good curry, any passion can be turned into a Darwin Society.

Create a new society!

Interested in forming your own Darwin Society? E-mail the DCSA at dcsa_secretary@darwin.cam.ac.uk to find out how!

Quick list of societies:

Overview of current societies:

Film Society Who to contact: Vassilis Bitsikas (bitsikas@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk) Description: A society for all film lovers. We have weekly screenings on Sunday evenings (8pm), and other events throughout the year. Bring a snack, sit back, and enjoy the show! Sign up to our email list: http://www.darwin.cam.ac.uk/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/film-club And follow us on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/428322417231740/ Last updated: 8 weeks 4 days ago [View Page]

Music Society Who to contact: Jens Christensen (jens@darwinmusic.net) Description: We are a group of musicians seeking a continued 'evolution' of music in Darwin and throughout Cambridge. Last updated: 1 year 36 weeks ago [View Page]

Photography Society Who to contact: Timur Alexandrov (ta335@cam.ac.uk) Description: Enjoy taking photos of the beautiful Darwin College? Ever wondered what the 'white balance' on your digital camera means? Join us to learn a bit more about the art and technology of photography! The Photography Society keeps Darwin's darkroom in working order and runs informal photography classes and competitions throughout the year. Last updated: 18 weeks 2 hours ago [View Page]

Punt Club Who to contact: Cherry Muijsson (punts@darwin.cam.ac.uk) Description: The 2011/12 punting season is now underway, and the five punts owned by the Darwin College Punt Club are back on the water and available for use by Darwin members and alumni. Last updated: 1 year 22 weeks ago [View Page]

Active in the past:

Capoeira Angola Who to contact: Aleix (capoeiraangolacambridge@gmail.com) Description: We are a group of people sharing and learning capoeira angola, a combination of dancing, combat, and music from Brazil. Join us on Mondays in the Common Room at Darwin, or Wednesdays in Romsey Mill. All levels welcome. Check http://capoeiraangolacambridge.blogspot.com for more infos. Last updated: 1 year 25 weeks ago [View Page]

Darwin Chess Society Who to contact: DCSA Secretary (dcsa_secretary@darwin.cam.ac.uk) Description: Revive the Chess Society! Contact the DCSA secretary at dcsa_secretary [at] darwin [dot] cam [dot] ac [dot] uk! Last updated: 1 year 36 weeks ago [View Page]

Chocolate Society Who to contact: DCSA Secretary (dcsa_secretary@darwin.cam.ac.uk) Description: A group of chocolate lovers who need a break once in a while from the craziness of postgrad life. Lots of chocolate-themed events happening all through term: tastings, films, making sessions, hot chocolate specials and many more fun and exciting things... Last updated: 1 year 36 weeks ago [View Page]

Poetry Society Who to contact: DCSA Secretary (dcsa_secretary@darwin.cam.ac.uk) Description: The Poetry Society is dedicated to the enjoyment and creation of poetry within, around, and about Darwin College. Last updated: 2 years 36 weeks ago [View Page]