The Establishment of the Professor Hawking Fellowship by the Cambridge Union Society

In 2017, the Cambridge Union Society, in collaboration with the renowned physicist Stephen Hawking, established the Professor Stephen Hawking Fellowship. This prestigious fellowship is awarded annually to individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), as well as to social discourse, particularly focusing on issues that impact younger generations. Each recipient of the fellowship is invited to deliver a lecture on a topic of their choice, known as the 'Hawking Lecture'. This initiative not only honors Hawking's legacy but also aims to inspire future leaders in STEM and encourage meaningful discussions on pressing societal issues. Stephen Hawking himself accepted the inaugural fellowship and delivered the first Hawking Lecture, marking his last public appearance before his passing. The fellowship continues to celebrate innovation and thought leadership, fostering a community dedicated to advancing knowledge and addressing challenges faced by the youth today. #mooflife #mof #MomentOfLife #HawkingFellowship #Stem #CambridgeUnionSociety #HawkingLecture #SocialDiscourse