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To help you along, we have provided prompt questions and answer examples. These are of course intended as guidelines only and should not be copied verbatim. You are welcome to include other content that you feel is relevant. Remember to reflect primarily on the 2022/23 academic year. Your report should have no fewer than 400 words. If it’s shorter than that, we may contact you again to write supplementary material.

Postgraduate funding recipient form

Name(Required)
(only first names will appear on reports sent to donors)
The year you joined St John’s

Introduction and academic overview

Use this paragraph to tell the donor a little about your background (or to provide a recap, if you did so in a previous report), such as the year you came to St John’s, your previous academic journey and what led you to your chosen degree. Please include how your studies are going, such as topics of interest or passion and any noteworthy aspects of your research or coursework this year. You can also mention any staff members of the College or University who have been especially helpful in your area of study or any contributions you’ve made to your field (eg publications, supervising undergrads, etc).
Please type your response in the box below. We’ve shared an example for inspiration.

Extra-curriculars

Use this section to tell about any extra-curricular activities you may be involved in through the College, University or personally, including societies, sports, music and hobbies. It’s great if you can mention how these benefit you academically or personally. You can also mention any leadership roles you’ve had in these areas.
Please type your response in the box below. We’ve shared an example for inspiration.

Postgraduate funding impact

Use this space to explain, with specific examples, how this funding has benefited your time at St John’s. We recommend highlighting a mixture of academic and social activities (eg Formal Halls, society dinners, college balls, etc). Remember, donors will want to see how their support has helped you to flourish both in your studies and as an individual. Your conclusion is your opportunity to thank the donors for their support and underscore what a difference they have made to your life at College. You may also wish to mention your longer term career aspirations and the ways in which you wish to give back to society.
Please type your response in the box below. We’ve shared an example for inspiration.