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Josh Nguyen, a student on the MSc in Applied Digital Health, has found online success with his @OxfordKermit Instagram account, which has over 10,000 followers. The account offers a glimpse into the creative side projects that enrich student life alongside rigorous postgraduate study.

@OxfordKermit pictured sitting on the entrance sign to the Radcliffe Primary Care building.

When he’s not immersed in studying how digital tools can improve real-world health outcomes, MSc in Applied Digital Health student Josh Nguyen is capturing Oxford through the eyes of an unexpected star – a small plush frog named Kermit. 

Josh is the creator behind @OxfordKermit, a fast-growing Instagram account that follows Kermit the Frog on his explorations through the University of Oxford. Whether perched outside historic colleges or climbing trees by the Radcliffe Camera, Kermit brings a dose of humour and personality to the city’s iconic backdrops. The account now has over 10,000 followers from across the globe. 

Each post blends visual charm with witty captions, offering a light-hearted lens on student life. While fun and whimsical, the account also highlights the creative ways students find balance during their postgraduate studies. With each new post, @OxfordKermit offers a gentle reminder to find joy in everyday moments. 

Josh is currently studying on the MSc in Applied Digital Health programme run by the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS). This applied, interdisciplinary course equips students with the expertise to critically evaluate, harness and advance the tools, practices and processes of digital healthcare. 

Drawing on Oxford’s internationally leading research in digital health and faculty expertise across medicine, social and behavioural science, data science, artificial intelligence, sociology, engineering and economics, the course prepares students from a wide range of professional backgroundsincluding clinical medicine, public health, and software engineering – to become leaders in the digital health space. 

Reflecting on how the @OxfordKermit account began, Josh shared: 

Before arriving at Oxford, I knew I wanted a fun way to document my year and share my experiences. I imagined people would enjoy seeing Kermit experience the city for the first time, but I never anticipated just how enthusiastically the Oxford community would embrace him. It has been an absolute delight to collaborate with colleges, departments, and student organizations–and to just witness the happiness Kermit has sparked. 

Josh Nguyen taking a photo of @OxforKermit, who is sitting by the fountain with his arms outstretched.

Josh’s story is a reminder that our students also bring unique perspectives, passions and sometimes creative side projects like the @OxfordKermit Instagram account. Kermit has resonated not only with students and staff at Oxford but with a wider online audience, offering a fun and friendly look into academic life at the University.  

Looking ahead, Josh is still deciding what the future holds for @OxfordKermit: I’m still debating Kermit’s next chapter, whether to keep him here or bring him on my next adventure elsewhere. Stay tuned on Instagram for the reveal soon! 

You can follow Kermit’s Oxford adventures on Instagram at @OxfordKermit – his next stop might just be your favourite college or café. 

 

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