The Coronation of King Charles III

It is a joy to share Our Vision 2025-2035, the new strategy for St Johns College, Durham, developed in collaboration

We’re delighted to share that the College Library’s Biblical Studies collection has recently received a significant boost thanks to a generous grant. With a grant of approximately £1000 from the Rebecca Hussey Book Charity, we have been able to acquire over 30 recent titles that introduce fresh voices into our collection and help our shelves reflect the […]

The Principal of St John’s College, the Revd Professor David Wilkinson, spoke at the Ignatius Forum in Washington Cathedral on 10 November, alongside Jeff Bezos, Avril Haines, Avi Loeb and Bill Nelson.   At the forum, David Ignatius of the Washington Post lead a wide-ranging discussion on our common future in space, and whether we’re […]

Twenty-two churches in England and Wales have been awarded funding totalling £400,000 to explore the relationship between science and faith through the church engagement programme Scientists in Congregations, which is run by Equipping Christian Leadership in an Age of Science (ECLAS). ECLAS is a project led by St John’s College, with the University of York […]

On Wednesday 3 November the Principal mingled with bishops and policy advisors at an event on AI and Ethics at Lambeth Palace – all from the comfort of his office in Durham. Using a telepresence robot, Revd Prof Wilkinson was able to approach delegates and take part in conversations, manoeuvring around the room using controls […]

As the term draws to a close, St John’s College Boat Club gears up for the event of the term: Novice Cup. During this two day event, crews from all of the colleges compete to win the prestigious Novice Cup. The weekend begins with time trials: a fast paced sprint down the racecourse; accompanied with […]

The Archbishop of Canterbury’s 2022 Lanfranc Award for Education and Scholarship has been awarded to St John’s College Principal, Revd Professor David Wilkinson. He has been recognised for his outstanding contribution as a communicator and thinker, bringing together science and Christian faith in full dialogue in the public square. As well as his work as […]

Lizzi is a dancer, choreographer and teacher, and artistic director of LKR & Co, a dance company specialising in site specific dance music performances. She is regularly funded by Arts Council England on a project basis. She works as a freelance movement director/choreographer for theatre and creates new work particularly in outdoor settings and unusual […]