Senior Common Room
The Senior Common Room (SCR) brings together staff, alumni, Fellows and friends of the College in a lively and welcoming community.
SCR members enjoy a varied programme of events throughout the year, including lunches, formal dinners, social gatherings, and trips across the North East. The SCR also takes part in College-wide occasions such as lectures, concerts, and formals, hosts joint events with students, and contributes to the Student Opportunities Fund.
All members are expected to follow the Code of Conduct for Senior Members.
Membership costs £20 per year, normally collected in October. Apply using the button below.
The SCR throughout the year
The SCR offers a range of opportunities to socialise, both in College and beyond, with fellow members and the wider student community.
In the John's Chronicle
8 May 2026
Meet the SCR Exec: Jane Grieve
The Senior Common Room (SCR) brings together staff, academics, alumni and friends as part of the wider St John’s community, playing an active role in College life through events, conversation and engagement across the year. In this series, we introduce members of the SCR Exec and their role in shaping the SCR today. A member […]
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Contact the SCR
If you are interested in SCR membership or have questions about events, please contact the SCR Executive Committee.
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]