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In memoriam: Prof Stephen Baxter (1969-2026)

21 January 2026

Prof Stephen Baxter
Prof Stephen Baxter

It is with deep sadness that the Master and Fellows of St Peter’s College share news of the death of Professor Stephen Baxter, Barron Fellow and Tutor in Medieval History at St Peter’s College and Clarendon Professor of Medieval History at the University of Oxford. Our deepest condolences are with Stephen’s family and all who knew him.

A full tribute will be shared soon. In the meantime, colleagues, students and alumni are welcome to use this form to share their memories of Stephen. Responses will be shared with the family and posted below as appropriate.

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Students and staff in need of support may contact Eleanor Tingle, our Dean for Welfare, Matthew Routledge, our Chaplain, or another member of the Health, Wellbeing and Welfare Team for a conversation and further signposting.

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