Dr Richard Anthony

Fellow, Bursar

Richard Anthony is the Bursar of Jesus College.

Degrees obtained

  • MA, Economic and Social History, University of Edinburgh.
  • PhD, Economic and Social History, University of Edinburgh.

Awards and prizes

  • Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

Biography

Richard Anthony was brought up and went to school in Cambridge. He studied Economic and Social History as an undergraduate and postgraduate at the University of Edinburgh, completing his PhD on modern British rural history in 1993. He trained as a chartered accountant with KPMG in London and worked in corporate finance for EDF Energy and Arthur Andersen. He then spent eight years working for a family office and at C. Hoare & Co, the City-based private bank.

Richard was appointed Bursar in April 2017. Before taking up the role at Jesus College, he was Bursar and Development Director at St Edmund’s College, Cambridge. He is currently Chair of the Cambridge Colleges’ Bursars’ Committee, and was previously a member of the University’s Finance Committee and served as an elected member of the University Council.

Richard is a director of Cambridge Ahead, a business and academic member organisation dedicated to the successful and sustainable growth of Cambridge and its region in the long term. Richard was previously a member of the National Trust’s East of England Regional Advisory Board, and in 2004 he managed the merger of two children’s cancer charities to form CLIC Sargent.

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    Ahsan

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    It is a well-accepted opinion in Cambridge that Jesus College is the best college and no other college even comes a distant second. Its sports grounds are enormous, its buildings are mesmerising, its libraries are rich, its chapel is the oldest, its accommodation is the best value for money, its international community is diverse, its religious circles are the most welcoming, and its members are the smartest, kindest and the friendliest. It is one of the central colleges that aims to offer three years accommodation to postgraduates, and has comparatively...

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    Jake

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    When applying to Cambridge colleges it can feel a bit overwhelming as there are so many to choose from. I applied to Jesus College because it has a large MCR which was important for me because I wanted to feel part of a community. Now that I’m doing my PhD here, I’m very glad I did choose a college with a large postgraduate community. Throughout the year there are lots of postgraduate events, including formal dinners, special formals at Christmas and Easter, bops in the bar and film nights in...

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    Dulcie

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    Jesus College is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and historical colleges at Cambridge! It is also, in my opinion, one of the most supportive colleges: from wellbeing to the porters there is always someone to ask for advice, support, or to talk through your stress. I chose Jesus for many reasons. Firstly, it’s right in the heart of the city centre which is amazing not only for that quick top-up shop but also to explore the beautiful city of Cambridge even while busy (it’s so easy to go for...

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    Dolly

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    I chose Jesus College because of the great mixture of undergraduates and postgraduates, and when I first visited I thought it was the most beautiful place I had ever seen! The sense of community in Jesus has had an enormous impact on my experience here. Whether you need help, advice, cheering up or even just a chat there is always someone there to put a smile on your face. From the MCR committee to the Porters, the canteen staff to the gardeners, everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Jesus also...

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    Fiamma

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    Jesus College, my home. I am truly grateful to be able to call Jesus College my second home. It was my preferred option when I first applied for my MPhil and I could not be happier to still be here during my PhD! There are many reasons why Jesus stands out from the other colleges: from its fantastic facilities to its glorious formal dinners and to its wonderful café and brewery room. The Quincentenary Library is a lovely place to study. It has many spaces to choose from and everything...

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