Friends of Imperial College
Friends of Imperial College is an association with strong links into the college. It offers anyone interested in the great advances that are being made in science, medicine and technology the opportunity to learn more from leading figures in their fields. Friends provides opportunities for members and their guests to meet and talk with staff, students, alumni and other like-minded people in a programme of visits, talks and social events.
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—François, Duc De La Rochefoucauld (1613–1680)
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—Miguel De Cervantes (1547–1616)
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—Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862)