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Category: Life in John’s

Life in John’s captures the everyday rhythms and distinctive experiences of being part of St John’s College. From student stories and traditions to societies, events, and moments of community, these pieces offer a vivid look at what it’s really like to live, study, and belong here. Whether you’re a current Johnian, a prospective student, or simply curious, this section is a window into the people and places that shape life at John’s.

  • 2024

JMS BBQ 2024: kicking off June with live music and cold drinks

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 10 Jun 20244 Aug 2024

Grant Kuppenheimer reviews the 2024 JMS BBQ, a festival of food and live music

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  • 2024

The Aurora Borealis in St John’s College

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 23 May 202417 Oct 2025

Imogen Taylor tells of a serendipitous trip to the college bar which ended with her watching the Northern Lights from John’s Gardens.

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  • 2024

Review: The Charity Sector Formal

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 15 May 2024

Daisy Mitchell recalls her experience at the Charity Sector Formal on Thursday 9th May. She reveals the conversations she had with guests and her opinion on the panel and formal as a whole.

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  • 2024

John’s Pool Team Triumph over York

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 9 May 2024

Lee Hanfakheaw writes how he and his Pool teammates beat the University of York’s team in the College Varsity event in March.

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  • 2024

The Museum of Fashion: Being a Model in John’s Fashion Show

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 29 Apr 202423 May 2024

Helena Farthing gives an inside perspective on her experience modelling in the John’s Charity Fashion Show, from the six week’s choreography practice to the craziness of the night itself.

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  • 2024

Student Opportunities Fund: Charlotte’s trip to the Karate BUCS Nationals

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 25 Apr 20245 Dec 2025

With the support of the St John’s Student Opportunities Fund, Charlotte Fife was able to attend the Karate BUCS National competition.

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  • 2024

Museum of Fashion: The Bailey Charity Fashion Show

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 7 Mar 20245 Dec 2025

Imogen Taylor goes behind the scenes of The Bailey Charity Fashion Show. She discovers the creative vision of the show through discussions with Aga Oledzka, the Creative Chair, and finds out about the show’s charitable association.

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  • 2024

The Chronicle’s Catchup: Lucas Mix

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 28 Feb 2024

The Chronicle’s Catchup series continues with an interview with Lucas Mix. Discover his passion for martial arts, science, academia, and, of course, Durham. By Luca Hughes Joshi.

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  • 2024

Getting involved with St John’s Cricket

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 26 Feb 202427 Feb 2024

Will Cutlan-Smyth, Captain of St John’s Cricket, explains why he got involved with St John’s Cricket Club, and encourages others to give it a try.

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  • 2024

Getting involved with St John’s Table Tennis Club

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 25 Feb 2024

Co-captains, Kaylyn Lu and Pei Jun Quek, explain why they got involved with St John’s Table Tennis Club, and why they think you should too.

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