Beaufort Society Annual Meeting 2020
On Saturday 17 October, members of the Beaufort Society joined their first ever virtual meeting together.
A note from the Vice-Master
Now in the final few days of his role, Vice-Master Professor Tim Whitmarsh reflects on the last few months in College and preparations for the start of an academic year like no other.
Johnian Society Day 2020
On Saturday 26 September, alumni came together virtually for Johnian Society Day — organised by Johnians for Johnians to celebrate their shared connection with the College.
A veterinary vaccine
Alex Sampson (2014) is part of a Cambridge team creating a DNA vaccine to counter COVID-19.
An update on 2020 admissions
Tutor for Undergraduate Admissions, Dr Victoria Harvey, summarises the challenges faced by St John's and offer holders during the 2020 admissions round
Tips for starting a career
Find career tips from Johnians who have been in conversation with the College in the last couple of years.
The British Alpine Hannibal Expedition
John Hoyte (1953) shares his account of crossing the Alps with an elephant in tow!
Learning to lead
Emmie Bidston (1996) writes about her research into leadership, the course she created and the book she co-authored: Leader: Know, love and inspire your people.
Eileen Botting (1993)
Eileen Hunt Botting (1993), Professor of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame, writes about her career journey in academia and how she works to give women writers the recognition they’re due.
Mounting the medical defence – COVID-19
Hear from three Johnians working in healthcare during the pandemic – Tom Foley (2005), Sophie Callis and Raj Jayarajasingam (1993) – and read their views on how our attitudes and practices might positively change post-COVID-19.
Dr Sam Cohen
Co-Founder of Wren Therapeutics, a spin-off pharmaceutical company from the University, and Entrepreneur-In-Residence at St John's.
Renaissance of the Johnian Entrepreneurs’ Club
The JEC was revitalised in 2019/20. Co-President Mary Letey summarises the Club's aims and activities, including alumni involvement.
Career spotlight: Jen Purcell (2010)
Jen sums up her career journey since leaving St John's, including the launch of a surprisingly relevant fitness app during the pandemic.