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Who we are, what we value, and how we think

THE HOME OF BIG IDEAS

St John’s has a proud tradition of academic excellence and intellectual curiosity. Learn about our history, hear from our Master and meet our Fellows as we inspire the next generation of thinkers and leaders.

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‘Afterglow’ discovery could lead to clearer cancer scans and new quantum devices

Scientists find way to make “forbidden” molecular states emit light at room temperature – a breakthrough that could improve OLED smartphone and television screens, biomedical imaging and future quantum technologies

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Leading plant scientist elected to prestigious Royal Society Fellowship

St John’s College academic Professor Uta Paszkowski awarded distinguished honour by historic science academy for her work benefiting humanity

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Cambridge academic calls for scrutiny of evangelical youth culture

A St John’s researcher revisits her teenage years at the influential Soul Survivor Christian youth festivals in a new book written in the wake of the scandal surrounding the founder

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Ancient Rome’s lessons for modern politics take centre stage

Free public lecture will take place at St John’s College on Thursday 28 May from 7-8.30pm

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The Bridge of sighs

The Bridge of Sighs is one of Cambridge’s most recognisable and beautiful landmarks and is an integral part of life at St John’s.

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Events & Services

Music in College
St John’s College Music Society lunchtime concert: Dvorak Piano Quintet
The Lightfoot Room, Old Divinity School
June 13, 2026 12:45 PM
Webinar
Webinars 2026: Making a competitive Cambridge application
Online
June 17, 2026 5:00 PM
Poetry event
Cambridge Poetry Lollapalooza
Lightfoot Room, Old Divinity School
June 18, 2026 6:30 PM
Chapel Service
Organ Recital – Wayne Marshall OBE
St John's College Chapel
June 20, 2026 8:00 PM
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Sustainability

St John's is at the forefront of tackling the climate emergency through pioneering research and sustainable practices.
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How we work

We are guided by a strong framework of governance, policy and oversight that reflects our values and responsibilites.
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Vacancies

The wide range of rewarding roles at St John's offer you the chance to be part of one of Cambridge’s most historic and forward-looking institutions.
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