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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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Ancient Roman conspiracy revived in lost Tudor translation

Sex, ambition and betrayal – the ingredients of a modern political scandal were alive and well in Ancient Rome

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Raspberry Pi creator launches AI organisation to fuel scientific breakthroughs

Professor Robert Mullins co-founds major new artificial intelligence initiative to drive UK research and innovation

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From left: Professor Deborah Prentice, Professor Mete Atatüre, Dagmar Dolby and Lord Spencer Livermore at the official opening
Unlocking the secrets of life in the universe with opening of Cambridge’s Ray Dolby Centre

A state-of-the-art facility designed to push the boundaries of what is possible

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Expert awarded one of USA’s highest honours in science

“I feel an immense gratitude to my team for all the wonderful science that we do together”

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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
Trio Tòla present Rachmaninov and Debussy
The Lightfoot Room, Old Divinity School
October 23, 2025 1:15 PM
Graduation
Congregation
Senate House
October 24, 2025 10:00 AM
The Common Good Programme
Sunday Sermon Series - The Rev’d Canon Mark Birch
St John's College Chapel
October 26, 2025 6:30 PM
Music in College
The Master's Concert
Main Lecture Theatre, Old Divinity School
October 29, 2025 8:45 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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