From leading worship in Chapel to teaching New Testament, taking the emergency phone and fitting in a Saturday parkrun, the role of the Warden of Cranmer Hall is wonderfully varied. In this interview, Nick Moore reflects on the path that brought him to Durham, what makes St John’s and Cranmer Hall so distinctive, and the mix of community, learning and faith that shapes life at John’s.
Katherine and Andrew Miller return to St John’s College, where they met in 2009.
The Senior Common Room (SCR) brings together staff, academics, alumni and friends as part of the wider St John’s community, playing an active role in College life through events, conversation and engagement across the year. Led by its Executive Committee, and chaired by the President, the SCR offers opportunities to connect, contribute and take part in the life of the College. Here, we meet Ed Spencer, SCR President and civil servant, who shares how he came to be involved and what the SCR brings to the College.
Oliver, 2025-26 SJCR President, has been at the heart of student life at St John’s throughout his time in College. From turning up to a meeting on a rainy evening as a first year biosciences students, to leading the SJCR, he reflects on his journey to John’s, what the role involves, and why getting involved can shape your university experience.
The Senior Common Room (SCR) brings together staff, academics, alumni and friends as part of the wider St John’s community, playing an active role in College life through events, conversation and engagement across the year. A member of the first cohort of women admitted to St John’s in 1973, Revd Canon Jane Grieve has been part of the College community for over five decades, as a student, member of staff and now SCR committee member.
Toby Donegan-Cross, Resident Tutor 2024-25, offers an honest reflection on his time in the role.
Simeng Wang speaks to St John’s postgraduate students about their experiences at the college.
Rachel Goodman reflects on her time as Etchells Fellow at St John’s.
Hannah Woodford describes her experience of racing for St John’s on the Tideway at WEHoRR, the largest women’s rowing race in the world, thanks to the support of the John’s Opportunities Fund.
Dan Bavister reviews the St John’s Politics, Policy and Peacebuilding Formal.
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