Life in John’s editor, Maia Tollner, met up with Events and Catering Coordinator, Steven Podmore, to discuss his role at St John’s.
Imogen Taylor, the Head of Alumni Relations, had the pleasure of sitting down to talk with Ian Bunting, who was Director of Pastoral Studies for Cranmer Hall between 1971 and 1978. They reflect on this ‘transitional’ time in Ian’s life at Durham and the relationship between Cranmer Hall and the rest of St John’s College.
Life in John’s editor, Maia Tollner, reminisces about Christmas at St John’s during the 2024 Michaelmas term, recollecting the various musical, gastronomical and artistic events which revived the festive spirit.
Opinion Editor Zahrah Santos Califano and Arts and Culture Editor Ella Guy review 2024’s Bailey Ball
Arts and Culture Editor, Ella Guy, puts together a simplified selection of the mass of visual arts opportunities available at Durham.
Opinion Editor, Zahrah Santos-Califano, investigates the chaotic whirlwind of student housing in Durham, questioning why first-years are left to navigate the high-stakes housing market with minimal guidance and exploring how the system could be improved for all.
Arts and Culture Editor, Christian O’Brien, reviews Foot of the Hill’s Annual Intercollegiate Theatre Showcase, on the theme of ‘Myths and Legends’, featuring productions by the Bailey Theatre Company and many more.
Thanks to the Student Opportunities Fund, Emerald Grimshaw was able to present her PhD research on exploring the use of VR as a pedagogical tool. Emerald writes about her time at KU Leuven and her first experience with sharing her work on an international level.
Maddy Chammings runs through what to expect at Bailey Ball and how freshers should prepare in order to make the most of their first college ball.
Jiayu Wang tells all about her exchange to Olomouc in the Czech Republic, where she visited schools and gave lessons and attended courses, also finding time to visit the city’s cultural offerings. The trip was made possible by funding from the St John’s Student Opportunities Fund.
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