With thanks to the St. Johns opportunities fund, I have been able to continue training as a member of Durham University Swimming Club in my final year at Durham alongside my academic commitments. Such funding has allowed me to continue representing the university at the British Universities and colleges sports championships (BUCS).
By Vicki Field Combined Social Sciences (‘95-‘98) “So, what do you want to be when…
After a difficult previous academic year with hardly a whisper of “Country Roads,” last term was a huge success for John’s from a lively freshers’ week to a carol service at the end of term.
On 11th May St John’s College welcomed Skimstone Arts who presented their exhibition “One Day…
n Thursday the 10th of March, a Law Formal was held at St Johns, providing an invaluable experience for students and alumni to form connections and gain insider information about the law industry.
For three days from the 28th – 30th April, the Bailey Theatre Company and John’s Music Society presented an excellent performance Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat by Andrew Lloyd Webber in Leech Hall, St John’s College.
The West Indies have been known for being a terrifying force to play against. Historically, pitches in the region have been hard, bouncy, and pacey.
Fairtrade fortnight ran from the 21st February to the 7th March. With events including a formal, quiz and some delicious cocktails, not to mention five giveaways! A personal highlight was definitely the Ben & Jerry’s at the formal.
When I saw the email from St John’s about a free trip to the seaside, I leapt at the opportunity. Even the word, ‘seaside,’ felt incredibly English to me. It wasn’t a ‘beach day,’ as one might term a day at the Jersey shore, but a ‘day at the seaside.’ How perfectly marvellous.
Second year student, Lucy, reflects on Leech Hall as we celebrate its 35 year anniversary.
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