After attending the 40 Years on Reunion this September, Richard Horton (1983-1986 Natural Sciences) shares his reflections on returning to John’s and the value of kindness.
Category: Stories from John’s
Imogen Taylor, Head of Communications, Media & Alumni Relations for the Chronicle, talks to Ian Bunting and his granddaughter Eryn Reiss, both alumni of John’s. Ian was Director of Pastoral Studies for Cranmer Hall (1971-1978) and Eryn was an undergraduate student in John’s studying Modern Languages (2018-2022).
Arts and Culture Editor Ella Guy interviews Matt Wilson on his time at John’s and life after Durham.
Meet fresher Ahmed Latif, David Wilkinson First Generation Scholar 2024-25. From rowing, formals and late-night board games to taking on the role of Welfare Officer for DU Boxing, Ahmed’s time at St John’s College has been nothing short of transformative. Coming from a state school, he wasn’t sure what to expect from Durham — but John’s quickly became a place he could call home. In this interview, he reflects on the friendships, challenges, and unexpected passions he’s discovered along the way, and why St John’s truly lives up to its reputation as the kindest college.
Daisy Mitchell continues her conversation with St John’s alum Nigel Hollington. He reveals his advice for the students of St John’s as well as alumni of the college.
Daisy Mitchell talks to John’s alumni Nigel Hollington about his time at John’s as a first generation scholar.
Daisy Mitchell interviews Rosemary Matthews, St John’s alumna and staff, exploring her experience at John’s and how her life has changed after her autism diagnosis at the age of 58.
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