The Johnian Blog

Three well-known Johnian entrepreneurs shared key lessons from their career journeys at a panel discussion earlier this month. 

Nigel Snaith (1979) has taken over from Claire Griffiths (1985) as Chair of the Johnian Society. We asked him a few questions about his life since St John’s and his hopes for the Johnian Society. 

Professor Jean Abraham directs the Precision Breast Cancer Institute which will become part of the new Cambridge Cancer Hospital. She has been a Fellow at St John’s since 2018.

Earlier this month, an insightful virtual talk featuring Johnian and Fellow Professor Graeme Barker (1965) explored the latest discoveries from the Shanidar Cave Project.

Four new members join the Johnian Society Committee. Fiona McIlwham CMG (1992) Laura Day (2014), Jessica Gorman (1985) and Chris Moore (1984).

Six alumni of St John's College were honoured in King Charles III's New Year Honours 2025. David Biddulph (1969), Gilly Carr (1994), Jessica Glover (1995), Susannah Hardyman (2004), Clare Harvey (2003) and Timothy Insoll (1992).

Earlier this month, members of the Development Office embarked on an exciting trip to visit alumni on the East Coast, beginning in the vibrant city of New York City and then heading to the historic, cobbled streets of Boston.

Paul Cobb (1974) has been a farmer, a conservationist and a newspaper columnist. Now he has embarked on a career as a novelist.

Five spooky stories written by the Johnian community. These chilling tales, many set in St John's itself, tell of mysterious noises, ancient books and ghostly goings-on.

Chris Perks (1983), now a retired GP, took part in the Himalayan Trust UK’s trek celebrating the 70th anniversary of the first ascent of Everest. Chris was met with incredible views, two fellow Johnians and a number of charitable projects.