Committee 2023-2024

Hello! I’m Axel (he/him), your JCR president this year! I’m a second-year law student, and I grew up in Tokyo, South Korea, and Singapore. As JCR president, my responsibility is to be a vocal representative for our student body in interactions with College governance, chair JCR open meetings, and support other committee members’ initiatives. This year, I’m very excited to implement a range of new projects with the JCR committee to make our lives at Catz more enjoyable and ensure students have the support they need. The Catz JCR has always been extremely special as one of the largest and most diverse communities in the University, and our committee seeks to maintain high standards year-round to ensure that the Catz undergraduate experience continues to be inclusive and uniquely rewarding. We’re always looking for feedback and ways to improve our college, so please join the debate and decision making at open meetings and feel free to get in touch with me!

Hi, I’m Seb, and I’m the JCR secretary. I’m currently studying Biology. My role is to organise the JCR open meetings by calling for motions and setting the agenda. I’m also in charge of reporting to the JCR members who couldn’t attend these meetings, what happened in them so everyone knows what’s going on, alongside updating the JCR noticeboard, so keep an eye out for any opportunities/events you would like to partake in. Feel free to ask me any questions!

Hi – I’m Georgi (she/her), a second year Physicist, and I’m your Treasurer for this year! I will be keeping track of the budget this year and reimbursing all the necessary people so that you can enjoy all the incredible events etc. that the committee organises! Do get in touch if you have any questions!

I’m Sophia (she/her) and I study Human sciences. I am very excited to be your women*’s welfare rep this year and to help make your experience at Catz as positive as possible! The other welfare reps and I will be bringing you loads of events this year. We are kickstarting the welfare excitement with a visit from a mobile farm in freshers’ week but there will also be regular Sunday munches, 5^th week Freddos and activities such as pottery painting. Additionally, we ensure that the plodge box is replenished with free sexual health and sanitary products. The three of us are here to listen to your concerns so please reach out to us for anything at all. We really want to do as much as we can to make you feel at ease at Oxford.

Hi, my name is Lewis Holmes (He/Him), I am a second-year chemist, and I will be your Men*s Welfare rep for this year. Along with Sophia and Thomas I will be running many events throughout the year such as weekly munches, farm visits and much more. I may be the Men*s Welfare rep, but I am here for all of you to make your time here at Catz as easy as possible so if you have any questions or problems just give me a shout. We also maintain the plodge box and ensure you all have any sexual health and sanitary products you may need. We all know how hard studying at Oxford can be so feel free to reach out whenever you need to!

Hi, I’m Thomas (he/him). I’m a second year law student and this years LGBTQ+ welfare rep. As one of your welfare reps, I will be available to chat with you about any problems you have, or refer you to someone who can provide you with the help you need.   I really want to make your experience here at Catz as great as it can be! Although I am the LGBTQ+ welfare rep, I am happy to talk to anyone about any manner of support. You’ll see me and the other welfare reps around college, most prominently every Sunday when we set-up and host munch (a popular weekly event where we provide snacks to boost your mood). We also fill the plodge box with sexual health and sanitary products. I look forward to meeting you over the coming year and feel free to contact me with any issues you may have or even just for a chat!

Hey everyone! We’re Akika (she/her) and Herbie (he/him) studying Human Sciences and Philosophy & Linguistics, respectively. As your entz representatives this year, we can’t wait to throw some crazy parties— with themes like barbenheimer, glow-in-the-dark, and sexy sub-fusc, as well as new initiatives, like themed drinks and inter-collegiate entz competitions. We want to up the Catz spirit and incentivise turnout for every entz, so we hope to see you all there!! Feel free to reach out to either of us with any ideas or if you just want to get involved.

Hi, I’m Edward (he/him), I study Chemistry and I’m the Clubs and Societies Rep. I reimburse people for Uni-Sport expenses and club expenses. Feel free to email me if you want to start or join a society.

Hi, we’re Ishwor (he/him), a second year engineer, and Charlie (he/him), a second year mathematician; and we’re the IT reps for 2023/24. Our role involves helping fix any technical issues you might have, especially in freshers week with Eduroam! We’re also resonsible for setting up elections, mailing lists and maintaining the JCR website, so please email/messenge us if there’s something you’d like to see on there or if you need any help.

Helloo, I’m Jools (she/they) and I do Biology!! As this year’s Careers and Academics Rep, I will guide students with Career queries- connecting students with alumni in the industry, organising careers events and bridging communication between the student body and the Development Office. I will also be available for reimbursing textbooks with the book grant and voicing concerns between the JCR and the library. Trials for University Challenge will be run by me in Michaelmas, and I encourage anyone interested to try out!! If anyone needs resources or support (or have any questions in general) please feel free to contact me. 

Hi! I’m Ava (she/her), I study Biology and I am the Student Union rep for this year. My job is to vote on behalf of the JCR at SU Council meetings, which are held every two weeks, and keep the JCR updated about the SU’s activities. This includes consulting the JCR on any important or controversial motions within Council meetings to get a JCR mandate. Please feel free to message me on Facebook or email if you have anything you would want to take to the SU or if you have any questions at all!

Hi! We are Lucia and Julia and we are the current Access reps at Catz. We are both studying Biology , and both from the North West of England. We will be working closely with the development team and JCR committee to continue, and develop access and outreach for potential students, making sure everyone is well informed, and confident in their decisions when both applying and transitioning to Catz. We will also be working to ensure information about access and financial support for Catz students is well communicated. Let us know if you have any questions or suggestions!

Hi, I’m Deyoncé (she/her) & I study Psychology & Linguistics here at Catz. As Class Rep, my focus is on students from working class/low-income backgrounds as well as those who are state educated, first-generation students or care-leavers. This involves not only improving access for students from these backgrounds, but also ensuring their welfare once they’ve been admitted & throughout their time here at Oxford. If you have any concerns or queries, please don’t be afraid to get in touch – I’m always up for a good chat & ready to help with any class-related concerns 🙂

Hey, I’m Konrad and I’m your International Students Rep for the coming year. I study PPE and lived in Germany before coming to university. I know that moving to a foreign country can add to the stresses of starting university and want to help international students with settling in and feeling welcomed. I want to strengthen the International community spirit at Catz, organise fun events and facilitate exchange with international communities of other colleges. Feel free to reach out to me by email or messenger about international students issues or anything else! 

Hey! I’m Catherine (she/her), I study Law and I am the Disability Welfare Rep for this year. It’s my job to provide any support or information, as well as to help resolve any accessibility issues – so don’t be afraid to email me at any time, I’m always here to help!

LGBTQ+

Priyanka Dijo – priyanka.dijo@stcatz.ox.ac.uk

Ella Fryer – ella.fryer@stcatz.ox.ac.uk

Hi, I’m Erin and I’ll be your Suspended Students Rep! I’m 3rd Year PPL, and I love theatre, animals and a bit of true crime… I suspended my studies in HT of first year to pursue an ADHD diagnosis, so I know how hard it can be. During my time in the role I promise to do all I can to make the suspension process as pain-free and positive as possible!