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QUESTION 1
Which famous actor has visited the King’s College London Archives in preparation for her role in the West End play Photograph 51 ?
- Nicole Kidman
- Meryl Streep
- Amy Adams
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CORRECT!
Nicole Kidman visited the Archives to prepare for her role in the West End play Photograph 51. Kidman played the role of Rosalind Franklin, an iconic King’s alumna, whose scientific findings led to the discovery of the DNA double helix on our Strand Campus.
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Nicole Kidman visited our Archives in preparation for her lead role as scientist and pioneering King’s alumna Rosalind Franklin in the West End play, Photograph 51.
QUESTION 2
In our latest collection of Class Notes, we meet Nicola Garg (Pharmacology, 2008), who launched a planet-friendly milk company amidst the pandemic. What is the name of the company?
- The Good Pea Co.
- Easy Peasy Co.
- Yellow Split Pea Co.
Need a refresher? Read the article here.
CORRECT!
Inspired by King’s ethos to make the world a better place, Nicola and her co-founder, Suhani, created the aptly named The Good Pea Co. in 2020. Nicola’s King’s story has come full circle as you can now buy her delicious plant-based products at King’s Food outlets.
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On a mission to create tasty yet sustainable products, founders Nicola and Suhani chose the name The Good Pea Co.
QUESTION 3
Jane Conway (MA Life Writing, 2003) volunteers with an NGO that aims to provide safe access to education for Afghan women and girls. What is the name of the NGO?
- Education Equity for Afghan Women
- Save Afghan Women
- Action for Afghan Women
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CORRECT!
Save Afghan Women works to provide safe spaces where Afghan women and girls can access online classes and share stories of resilience.
WRONG
The correct answer is ‘Save Afghan Women’. The charity provides Afghan women with access to education and encourages them to share their stories.
QUESTION 4
Sir Michael Morpurgo FKC (French & English, 1967) spoke at the graduation ceremony for Arts & Humanities graduates in July. How did he surprise the attendees?
- He gave everyone a free copy of his book Flying Scotsman and the Best Birthday Ever
- He sang a song from War Horse
- He led a Mexican wave
CORRECT!
Sir Michael also shared his reflections about learning to “fail” after graduating with a third class degree.
INCORRECT
That’s the wrong answer. Sir Michael sang The Year Turns Round Again from the musical version of his 1982 classic War Horse.
QUESTION 5
In this edition of ‘Leadership Lessons’ we interviewed solicitor-turned-business-leader Phill Burton (Philosophy, 2003), Chief Operating Officer at Beams. What is Beams and what does it do?
- A production company that provides theatres and concert venues with state-of-the-art laser beams to light up their show
- A fitness company selling balance and gymnastics beams to athletes and exercise enthusiasts
- A startup company that aims to make house renovations simpler and greener
Need a refresher? Read the article here.
CORRECT!
Beams is a startup company specialising in sustainable renovation and design, from bathrooms to kitchens.
WRONG
Good guess, but not quite right! Beams is a startup company that aims to make house renovations simpler and greener.
QUESTION 6
Jasvir Singh CBE (History, 2001) won Alumnus of the Year at the King’s Distinguished Alumni Awards 2023. Known for his work with charity and faith communities across the UK, which important initiative did Jasvir found?
- South Asian History Month
- British South Asian Celebration Association
- South Asian Heritage Month
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CORRECT!
Jasvir Singh CBE founded South Asian Heritage Month, an event that celebrates British South Asian culture and identity. He explained: ‘Being at King’s gave me the confidence to become who I am today.’
WRONG
Singh founded South Asian Heritage Month, an awareness initiative that aims to celebrate British South Asian culture and identity.
QUESTION 7
Professor Norma Sybil Rinsler, former King’s Vice-Principal and prolific French translator, sadly passed away in May 2023. In 1989, Professor Rinsler was awarded a national order from the French government. What was the name of the order?
- Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Order of Arts and Letters)
- Ordre des Palmes Académiques (Order of Academic Palms)
- Ordre national du Mérite (National Order of Merit)
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CORRECT!
Professor Rinsler received the prestigious order in recognition of her outstanding contribution to French academia.
WRONG
A distinguished academic, Professor Rinsler was awarded the Ordre des Palmes Académiques (Order of Academic Palms).
QUESTION 8
Mentor and mentee duo Gérald Sigrist and Elise Amary shared their experience of participating in long-distance mentorship. Which mentoring programme did they participate in?
- King’s Leadership Mentoring Programme
- Mentoring Across Borders
- King’s International Mentorship Scheme
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CORRECT!
Elise described taking part in the programme as ‘utterly enriching’.
WRONG
Elise and Gerald were part of the King’s Leadership Mentoring Programme.
QUESTION 9
As a Consultant Nurse, Dr Victoria (Vickki) Harmer AKC (Nursing, 1997; Doctorate in Healthcare, 2015) is a leading figure in the breast care world and an ambassador for breast cancer awareness. She won a prestigious award in 2013 in recognition of her contributions towards both the prevention and cure of the disease. Can you name the award?
- Nursing Times Cancer Nurse of the Year
- Burdett Nursing Awards
- British Journal of Nursing Awards
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CORRECT!
Vickki was winner of Cancer Nurse of the Year at the 2013 Nursing Times Awards for her contributions to the world of breast care.
WRONG
In 2013, Vickki was awarded the Nursing Times Cancer Nurse of the Year which, recognises excellence in nursing and patient care.
QUESTION 10
In 1940, a group of Bristol students attempted to kidnap Reggie the Lion. Fortunately, the thieves’ misdeeds were foiled by courageous King’s student D L Leete. Lion-hearted Leete was awarded a medal by the Engineering Society, bearing which proud words?
- ‘Hail the Legendary Leete, Lord Protector of the Lion’
- ‘Hail, O Defender of the Lion’
- ‘All hail the Lion King!’
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CORRECT!
A round of ap-paws from Reggie himself! The legendary Leete earned the distinguished title ‘Defender of the Lion’ in honour of his heroic deed.
WRONG
D L Leete’s medal bore the words ‘Hail, O Defender of the Lion’ to commemorate his act of courage in the face of our fearsome rivals.