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Sikhs in Cambridge
The Cambridge University Sikh Society is a young and dynamic society open to all members of the University interested in Sikhism. The Society aims to provide a forum for discussion, information on the Sikh philosophy, history, the associated way of life and about issues of current interest and importance to Sikhs. The society organises a number of events throughout the year, inviting prominent speakers to speak on a variety of topics. In addition, it also organises regular social events during term time, as well as meeting on a weekly basis to recite the Sikh evening Prayers.
Places of Worship
Cambridge has a relatively small Sikh population, and as a result there is no permanent Gurdwara in the city. However, there is a monthly Divan (congregation), organised by the local Sikh families that takes place on the last Sunday of each month. The Divan lasts from 2pm till 7pm and consist of kirtan (singing of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib), katha (discourse on the Guru Granth Sahib) and Langar (community kitchen).
Venue: Arbury Community Centre,
Campkin Road,
Cambridge
CB4 2LD.
For further details, please contact 01223 232519.
Throughout the term the Society also organises trips to local Gurdwara s in Peterborough and Bedford, details of which are sent out in regular e-mails.
Welfare
The Executive Committee of the Society can offer support to students who are facing any difficulties, and will put them in touch with other individuals or organisations if required.
Please contact the committee at sikh@cusu.cam.ac.uk
Alternatively Sikh Helpline is a national helpline for Sikh youth that can be contacted on 0845 644 0704 or by visiting www.sikhhelpline.com
Resources
The Society is in the process of developing a book library for it members. In the meanwhile, a large number of books covering aspects of Sikh Theology and History can be found in the University Library, the Oriental Studies Library, and the South Asian Studies Library. Click here for a list of books which members of CUSS may be able to help you locate.