Short for Junior Common Room, the JCR represents both the undergraduate student community and the communal spaces we all share.

The JCR Committee is the governing body elected from among the JCR to ensure that Somerville has a vibrant undergraduate community which welcomes everyone. We do this by running events, providing welfare support and making sure the voice of the student body is heard. We’re also responsible for dealing with any issues that undergraduates at Somerville face, from housing ballots to acquiring new equipment for college. 

A Message From the JCR President

“In 1879, Somerville College was founded to include the excluded. From the very beginning Somerville was non-denominational, international and anti-establishment. The college gave those who traditionally could not be educated, a place to flourish, and soon enough, Somerville became a beacon of female academic success. This spirit is at the heart of being a Somervillian, who we are, what we do, to this day.

Its embedded in our community, our ethos of inclusion, opportunity and excellence remains as strong as ever. The college remains at the forefront of creating greater equality and inclusivity within Oxford colleges, recently becoming one of only two Colleges of Sanctuary. This is perhaps one of the reasons why, year on year, Somervillians are known to be the most friendly, welcoming cohorts in Oxford, as we always aim to foster an environment where no matter who you are or where you come from, you can flourish.

Coming to university can be incredibly daunting; its a huge life stage and for many of us, the first time living away from home. Ever since arriving at Somerville, the atmosphere and people Ive met have made me feel incredibly welcomed and whats really struck me is that so many students, myself included, really do feel like Somerville is a home away from home!

Fundamentally, the JCR (Junior Common Room) is the entire undergraduate community here at Somerville. The JCR committee consists of elected students who’s sole purpose is looking after the well-being of students, representing your views, concerns, interests, and continuously trying to make life here at Somerville as good as it can be for all our students. We liaise with College management to ensure student voices are heard, so if there are any issues or ideas you may have about how College is run, the committee is your first port of call. The committee are an amazing group of really dedicated students, who are always there for you, you can find all their profiles below!

Up the Ville!”

JCR President 2021-2022

The JCR Committee

Jamie See

JCR President; JCR Access and Admissions Officer
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Guan Xiong Lam

JCR Vice President
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Malachy Marsh

JCR Treasurer
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Álvaro de Frías Vazquez

JCR Secretary
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Reuben Smith

JCR Environment and Ethics Officer
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Molly Ross

JCR Environment and Ethics Officer
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Clara Bauby-Just

JCR Domestic Officer
Learn More Clara Bauby-Just

Saafia Jinadu

JCR Returning Officer
Learn More Saafia Jinadu

Zoe Byrne

JCR Academic Affairs and Careers Officer
Learn More Zoe Byrne

Maria Ilie-Niculescu

JCR Arts Officer
Learn More Maria Ilie-Niculescu

Amy Griffiths

JCR Arts Officer
Learn More Amy Griffiths

Grace Yu

JCR IT and Communications Officer
Learn More Grace Yu

Ming Song Oh

JCR Sports Officer
Learn More Ming Song Oh

Ursula Batchelor

JCR Terrace Officer
Learn More Ursula Batchelor

Betsy, Esme, Jack and Sonny

JCR Entz Team

Chloe Riley

JCR Class Officer
Learn More Chloe Riley

Ameal Wolf

JCR Disabilities Officer
Learn More Ameal Wolf

Conan Tan

JCR Ethnic Minorities Officer
Learn More Conan Tan

Amrit Rooprai

JCR Ethnic Minorities Officer
Learn More Amrit Rooprai

Yushan Zhu

JCR Internationals Officer
Learn More Yushan Zhu

Lucy Pollock

JCR LGBTQ+ Rep.
Learn More Lucy Pollock

Ky Dicker

JCR LGBTQ+ Rep.
Learn More Ky Dicker

Ciara Morris

JCR Welfare Officer
Learn More Ciara Morris

François de Robert Hautequere

JCR Welfare Officer
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E-shen Low

JCR Suspended Students Officer
Learn More E-shen Low

Millie Kennedy

JCR Womens Officer
Learn More Millie Kennedy

Milton Lee and Poppy Shaw

JCR Keeper of the Slinky
Learn More Milton Lee and Poppy Shaw

Ben, Francesca and Hannah

JCR Freshers Committee
Learn More Ben, Francesca and Hannah

JCR Blog

To learn more about our undergraduate community, visit the JCR Website.

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