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Tag: Opinion

Opinion is where Johnians share their perspectives on the ideas, debates, and experiences that matter to them. These pieces are thoughtful, personal, and sometimes provocative, offering space for disagreement, reflection, and new ways of seeing campus life and the world beyond it. Views expressed here are those of the individual authors.

  • 2024

Bailey Ball ‘24: A Seaweed Sensation

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 20 Dec 202424 Dec 2024

Opinion Editor Zahrah Santos Califano and Arts and Culture Editor Ella Guy review 2024’s Bailey Ball

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  • 2024

The Trials and Tribulations of Student Housing in Durham

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 5 Dec 202431 Jan 2025

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.

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  • 2024

John’s Chronicle investigates: what happened to our toastie bar?

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 1 Nov 202412 Nov 2024

Grant Kuppenheimer investigates the disappearance of the beloved John’s Toastie Bar and the likelihood of its return.

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  • 2024

Summer Ball 2024 Review: new and improved venue gives students a proper send off

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 4 Aug 20245 Aug 2024

Opinion Editor, Grant Kuppenheimer, shares his experience at this year’s Summer Ball in the new venue of Wynyard Hall, creating a night of extravagance and celebration for first years and finalists alike.

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  • 2024

Voter Information: The John’s Chronicle Speaks to the SJCR Presidential Candidates

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 23 Jan 202424 Jan 2024

Opinion Editor Grant Kuppenheimer talks to the candidates for the SJCR presidency, with the aim of giving voters a better understanding of who is running before casting their vote. All candidates were asked the same questions. Grant sums up their responses.

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  • 2023

“I want John’s to be known as the kindest college” – Jolyon Mitchell’s plans to rejuvenate student ethos in John’s

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 21 Nov 202328 Nov 2023

In the second part of a two part interview, Opinion Editor Grant Kuppenheimer discusses Professor Jolyon Mitchell’s vision to ensure John’s is seen as the friendliest college in Durham.

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  • 2023

What I Wish I’d Known Before Coming to University: A Second Year’s Perspective

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 23 Mar 202322 Mar 2023

Current 2nd year Politics & Philosophy student Ted Poel shares his advice for incoming first…

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  • 2023

Being an International Student at St John’s

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 9 Mar 20235 Dec 2025

As part of this years’ Global Week, Ming Xie reflects on her journey as an…

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  • 2023

What I Wish I’d Known Before Coming to University: A Second Year’s Perspective

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 7 Mar 20235 Dec 2025

Second year Engineering student Miles Balderson talks us through some of the key moments of…

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  • 2023

What I Wish I’d Known Before Coming to University: A First Year’s Perspective

  • by johnschronicle
  • Posted on 19 Feb 20235 Dec 2025

Current 1st year Biosciences student Oliver Davis reflects on his experience so far at University.…

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