St John's College News
Year 11 students at Ashington High School visit St John's
Year 11 students at Ashington High School visit St John'sAn article written by Year 11 students at Ashington High School, Northumberland about their visit to Cambridge in September 2013:On Wednesday 18th September, a group of year 11 students departed from Morpeth train station to Cambridge University via Newcastle and Peterborough. After a walk up to the centre of the city, we eventually arrived at St John's College accompanied by two senior…read moreClare Cassidy - MML
Clare Cassidy - MML'I grew up in a village near Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, studying German, English Literature and Philosophy/Ethics for A Level at a comprehensive state school, and I will admit to having had some worries before I applied to Cambridge. While most of my teachers were very supportive and encouraging about my decision, one in particular tried to put me off applying by warning me that Cambridge…read moreJohnian recipients of the Royal Medal of the Royal Society
Johnian recipients of the Royal Medal of the Royal SocietyJohnian recipients of the Royal Medal of the Royal SocietyEach year, the Royal Society issues three Royal Medals, two for the most important contributions “to the advancement of Natural Knowledge” and one for notable contributions in the applied sciences.Founded by King George IV in 1825 and first awarded in 1826, initially, only two medals were awarded annually, the third being introduced in…read moreJohnian recipients of the Copley Medal of the Royal Society
Johnian recipients of the Copley Medal of the Royal SocietyJohnian recipients of the Copley Medal of the Royal SocietyThe Copley Medal is the Royal Society’s oldest and most eminent award, given annually for “outstanding achievements in research in any branch of science”, on an alternating basis between the physical sciences (odd years) and the biological sciences (even years). First awarded in 1731, and for a hundred years on the premise of the most…read moreSt John's Top 5: Tutors' Instructions (1854-1880)
St John's Top 5: Tutors' Instructions (1854-1880)The Archive holds a number of instruction manuals. We've already seen the Porters' handbook; now we look at the Tutors' Instructions for the second half of the 19th century.Click on an image to make it larger.Fees for tuitionBedmakers & laundresses feesAnti-social behaviour warningAdmission of students to the CollegeCopy of an order from King's College regarding admission of women to lecturesread moreNew accessions: July & August 2013
New accessions: July & August 2013Audio-Visual DVD SPA.che.sod Che : part one and part two [DVD]/ directed by Steven Soderbergh. [s.l] : Optimum Releasing, 2009. DVD ENG.hea.cim Heaven's Gate [DVD]/ written and directed by Michael Cimino. [s.l] : MGM, 1980. DVD FRE.adv.gar Adversaire/ un film de Nicole Garcia. [s.l.] : Studiocanal, 2002. DVD ENG.apo.duv Apostle/ a Robert Duvall film. [s.l] : Dutch Filmworks, 2005. DVD MUS…read moreCounty Durham Year 11 Visit to Cambridge
County Durham Year 11 Visit to CambridgeStudents from six different schools in Durham (Durham Johnston, Hermitage, Parkside, Park View, Teesdale and Whitworth Academy) stayed at St John's 4th-6th September 2013, as part of a joint residential event with Christ's College. The students were given an introduction to undergraduate life at Cambridge University through a combination of academic and social activities.On the first evening, the…read moreIestyn Davies in the Last Night of the Proms
Iestyn Davies in the Last Night of the PromsOn Saturday 7 September Johnian counter-tenor Iestyn Davies (1987–1993 Chorister, 1999–2002 Choral Scholar) performed in Bernstein's Chichester Psalms at the Last Night of the Proms. Iestyn’s performance received excellent reviews, The Telegraph, described him as a ‘wonderful counter-tenor soloist’ and the Guardian said his voice was ‘sumptuous’.The Last night of the Proms was broadcast live on…read moreDirector of St John's Voices
Director of St John's VoicesDirector of St John's VoicesGraham WalkerGraham Walker studied mathematics as a Choral Scholar at St John’s College, Cambridge, and was subsequently awarded a scholarship and bursary to study cello as a postgraduate at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Graham has performed as a solo and chamber cellist across Europe and North and South America; he regularly tours the USA, where in 2008 he…read moreSt John's Top 5: Family trees 1500-1832
St John's Top 5: Family trees 1500-1832More and more people are enjoying the addictive pleasure of tracking down their family history. The research can be fascinating, taking you from interviews with relatives to a search on the internet, through to local archives, or even graveyards. In the past, however, family history and family trees were used to prove all-important family connections; rights to property and in some case…read moreWilliam (Bill) Daish: Master Baker 1924 - 1947
William (Bill) Daish: Master Baker 1924 - 1947The last College Master Baker was a Mr William (Bill) Daish. College records indicate that Daish joined the Kitchens in 1924. He was a member of staff for 23 years, retiring in February 1947. During the War Daish worked at a Matthews’ bakery in town. The College bakehouse was finally closed in 1947, the whole building being let to tenants. The first College bake house was situated…read moreMegan Sorensen
Megan Sorensen'I have recently graduated, having completed the 3 year BA course in Natural Sciences. Before Cambridge I studied at a series of state schools and realised that I wanted to pursue Biology at university. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Cambridge, it has been rewarding academically and I also really enjoyed myself. The Natural Science course has inspired me to pursue my interest in Plant…read moreNina Klein - Natural Sciences (Physical)
Nina Klein - Natural Sciences (Physical)Nina joined St John’s in 2009 to commence her studies in Physical Natural Sciences. She previously attended Esher College (a comprehensive Sixth Form just outside London), and took A-levels in Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Further Maths.‘After finishing Sixth Form I was really looking forward to starting university and was very excited to be going to Cambridge. Having completed my degree I can…read moreNina Klein - Natural Sciences (Physical)
Nina Klein - Natural Sciences (Physical)Nina joined St John’s in 2009 to commence her studies in Physical Natural Sciences. She previously attended Esher College (a comprehensive Sixth Form just outside London), and took A-levels in Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Further Maths.‘After finishing Sixth Form I was really looking forward to starting university and was very excited to be going to Cambridge. Having completed my degree I can…read moreStudents awarded prizes for excellence - August 2013 update
Students awarded prizes for excellence - August 2013 updateThe following students are among those whose excellent work has been recognised by the University, or external organisations and academic institutions, between the beginning of June and early August 2013.They are shining examples of the dedication, enthusiasm and passion demonstrated by students at St John’s.Neeloy Banerjee, who graduated this summer, received The Armourers and Brasiers’ prize…read moreGeorge Watson 1927-2013
George Watson 1927-2013George Grimes Watson, MA, Fellow of the College since 1961, formerly College and University Lecturer in English, died on 2 August 2013, aged 85. Mr Watson studied at the University of Queensland, and at Trinity College, Oxford, coming to Cambridge in 1959 to take up an Assistant Lectureship in English. He was admitted to membership of St John’s at that time, two years later being offered a…read moreYear 12 students attend English study day at St John's
Year 12 students attend English study day at St John'sOn Thursday 13th June 2013, sixty-six Year 12 students from schools across the country visited Cambridge to discover what it is like to study English at St John's. The students attended lectures given by teaching Fellows on the topics of 'Why popular fiction matters' and 'Reading difficult poems'. Participants also had the opportunity to discuss their ideas and insights further in small seminar…read moreSt John's Top 5: LMBC small ads 1901-1914
St John's Top 5: LMBC small ads 1901-1914The Lady Margaret Boat Club (LMBC), founded in 1825, is the oldest boat club in Cambridge and the largest of all college clubs. Its large archive contains everything from minute books to pennants and sashes.The adverts below appear in LMBC programmes for boat club smokers and concerts; including some to fund the boathouse from 1901-1906. Click on an image to make it larger.LMBC Non-Smoking…read moreThe Louis Cha Scholarship 2014
The Louis Cha Scholarship 2014St John's College is delighted to announce that the noted writer, press editor, and philanthropist Dr Louis Cha has made a very generous donation to support graduate research on dynastic China at St John's. Dr Cha, internationally renowned for his novels on the Chinese past, has long provided considerable support for cultural and academic activities inside and outside Chinese communities. His…read moreEnglish undergraduate wins Rare Rising Stars 2013 Award
English undergraduate wins Rare Rising Stars 2013 AwardEnglish undergraduate Justina Kehinde Ogunseitan recently became the youngest female recipient of the Rare Rising Stars 2013 Award for being one of the top ten black students in the UK. Justina Kehinde received the award for making history in November 2012 when she directed, produced and acted in the first all black and all female cast ever to perform on a Cambridge stage. Justina Kehinde is now…read moreNew accessions: June 2013
New accessions: June 2013Audio-VisualAV ML.pou Biches ; Le boeuf sur le toit ; Pacific 231 [sound recording]/ Francis Poulenc, Darius Milhaud, Arthur Honegger. [s.l.] : Philips Digital Classics, 1993.EducationLC 93.G7.C5 Education policy in Britain/ Clyde Chitty. 2nd ed. Basingstoke : Palgrave Macmillan, 2009.LF 110.S7.B8 Secular & domestic : George Gilbert Scott and the master's lodge of St John's College, Cambridge…read moreNew accessions: June 2013
New accessions: June 2013You can recommend a book/DVD by using the online recommendation form, or fill in a form available at the Issue Desk. Recent acquisitions RSS Feed Audio-VisualAV ML.pou Biches ; Le boeuf sur le toit ; Pacific 231 [sound recording]/ Francis Poulenc, Darius Milhaud, Arthur Honegger. [s.l.] : Philips Digital Classics, 1993.EducationLC 93.G7.C5 Education policy in Britain/ Clyde Chitty. 2nd ed.…read moreNew Johnian Fellows of the British Academy
New Johnian Fellows of the British AcademyThe following members of the College were elected Fellows of the British Academy at the Academy’s AGM on 18 July 2013:Professor Usha Goswami FBA (1990) Professor of Cognitive Developmental Neuroscience, Director of the Centre for Neuroscience in Education, University of Cambridge and current Fellow of St John’sProfessor John Kerrigan FBA (1982) Professor of English 2000, University of Cambridge…read moreWomen & St John's College
Women & St John's CollegeThis is an online version of an exhibition held in the College's Library Exhibition Area during the summer of 2013. Drawing upon the rich resources of St John's College Library and Archives, as well as the personal experiences of Members of the College, this exhibition explores women’s involvement with St John's over the past five hundred years. From benefactors, laundresses and…read moreDr Alex Wilshaw
Dr Alex WilshawAlex Wilshaw arrived at St. John’s in 2005 to study Archaeology and Anthropology, eventually specialising in Biological Anthropology. This was followed in 2008 by a PhD in Palaeoanthropology, after which he obtained a research position on the ‘In Africa’ project into early modern human origins based at the Leverhulme Centre for Human Evolutionary Studies (LCHES) and was elected to a teaching…read more