Meet the JCR committee
This is your JCR committee! We’re here to represent you to College and the outside world. Each position has a specific responsibility, so if you need help or information just browse through below and get in touch with whoever suits your needs most. If you’re unsure, our President is always more than happy to help and point you in the right direction.
President – Cormac Hoare
Hey everyone, my name is Cormac (he/him), a second year lawyer from Ireland, and I am so excited to be your JCR President for the next academic year. Aside from making half my personality about being Irish and studying law, I enjoy rowing, getting involved in societies around Cambridge and watching football and rugby. If I’m not making one of my three daily coffee trips to the buttery, you’ll probably catch me in the Bevin or in town getting a burrito! It’s our job to make Churchill work the best it can for you, so please feel free to reach out to me about any concerns or ideas you have, JCR related or not. I’m always open to talk to anyone who has any concerns or just wants a chat!
Vice President – Florence Locks
Hi everyone, my name is Florence, and I am a second-year Philosopher from Brighton. I’m excited to be your JCR Vice-President this year. Apart from writing essays, I’m involved in all things rowing. If you don’t find me on the river for early morning practices, I’m likely enjoying our college’s music facilities, playing both flute and bass. We’re all here to ensure that your experience is the best it can be, so if you have any questions, suggestions, concerns or anything else feel free to contact me or come say “Hi” around college.
Treasurer – Ranvitha Chaparala
Hey everyone! I’m Ranvitha (she/her) but I mostly go by Rav, I’m from Manchester and I’m a second year studying Economics. As your JCR treasurer this year, I will be responsible for managing the JCR’s money. Apart from a post-lecture vegan sausage roll from the Sidge buttery, I enjoy meeting new people, travelling, cats, dance, music and my digital camera (you won’t catch me at a formal without it). I’m really excited to be treasurer this year and to work with the rest of the committee to make your time at Churchill the best it can be. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you would like to have a chat about anything at all, whether it be money-related or not! :))
Men’s Officer – Matthew Quigg
Heya, I’m Matthew, I’m a second year Classics Student and the Men’s Welfare officer for this year! When I’m not found crying in the buttery over Latin or Greek (30 coffees down), you’ll normally find me in Churchill’s gym, or out enjoying Cambridge’s truly amazing nightlife (coping). Feel free to pop me an email or say hi around college, I’m always happy to help!
Women’s Officer – Ellie Buckley
jcr-womenswelfare@chu.cam.ac.uk
Hi everyone, my name is Ellie (she/her), a second year English student, and I am one of your Women’s Welfare Officers for the next year. Apart from my degree, I love reading, eating the buttery sweet treats, or venturing to the Arts Picturehouse. As a Women’s Welfare Officer, I’m excited to organise events throughout the year with the other welfare officers. I hope to be a friendly, approachable face who you can contact with any issues or questions, and I’ll be happy to help!
Women’s Officer – Phoebe Pryce-Boutwood
jcr-womenswelfare@chu.cam.ac.uk
Hi! My name is Phoebe, I’m a second year linguist , and I’m one half of your Women’s Officer team this year. To unwind and relax, I enjoy chatting with my friends, watching smokers and sketch-shows at the ADC, and maybe even going on the odd run (maybe). I’m really looking forward to working as part of the JCR this year, and I’m never far from my emails, so please don’t hesitate to contact me with any concerns or queries!
International Officer – Julie Wang
jcr-international@chu.cam.ac.uk
Hi everyone! I’m Julie (she/her), a second year PBS student. I’m from Shanghai, China, and I’ll be your international officer jointly with Alicia for the coming year. I love spending time outdoors in parks or seasides, playing the violin, cooking, and listening to music. I’m here to help all international students adjust to studying and living in the UK. I’ll organise fun social events and try my best to answer any questions you have, so please don’t hesitate to reach out! 🙂
International Officer – Alicia Zhou
jcr-international@chu.cam.ac.uk
Hey everyone! I’m Alicia, a second-year mathmo and one of your International Officers! I love reading, debating, playing the piano, and figure skating. I also enjoy travelling and meeting new people. As international students, studying in a foreign country can be quite intimidating! Our role as International Officers is to help all international students adapt to life at Cambridge and answer your questions ― please always feel free to reach out and I will always try my best to help 😉
LGBTQ+ Officer – Aidan Chaplin
Hiya, I’m Aidan (he/him), a 2nd year mathmo and your LGBTQ+ officer this year! When not perishing over example sheets, you can find me taking a nice long bath, watching weird international drag race variants and eating vast quantities of chocolate (usually all at the same time!) I’m going to be organising lots of LGBTQ+ events, but more importantly, I am also here to help look after your wellbeing. Coming to university can be really difficult, so all I really want to do is make your time here that little bit nicer. If there is anything you would like me to organise, or if you just need someone to talk to, feel free to get in touch :)̈
BAME Officer – Mustafid Tajwar
Hi everyone, I’m Mustafid and I’m a second year Engineering student at Churchill. As one of this year’s JCR BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) Officers, alongside Tayvon, I serve as your primary point of contact for any issues, ideas, or concerns related to our community. My responsibilities include coordinating events for the college’s BAME community, representing us at BAME Forums organized by the Students’ Union, and ensuring Churchill College fosters a supportive and inclusive environment for all its BAME students. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any BAME-related suggestions, event ideas, or serious matters. I’m here to assist in any way I can.
BAME Officer – Tayvon Folami
Hello everyone, my name is Tayvon, a second year HSPS-er from London and I am proud to be one of your BAME officers for the upcoming year. When I’m not holed up in my room reading for the endless essays I have to write, I love playing sports such as football and rugby. I am here to help represent our BAME community and ensure that you all feel as comfortable as possible, so feel free to contact me with any BAME-related queries, issues or suggestions!
Freshers’ Representative Officer – Rosie Weatherston
Hi! I’m Rosie, a second year HSPS student, and I’m really excited to be your Freshers’ Representative Officer this year! When I’m not rowing (or doing my degree!) I love playing tennis and trips to the Sidgewick buttery. I know that starting university can be an exciting yet challenging time, so I’m here as a friendly face to make sure that Freshers are supported and have a great first year experience. Feel free to get in touch or say hi if you see me around college!
Mental Health Officer – Lydia Bearne
jcr-mentalhealth@chu.cam.ac.uk
Hi, I’m Lydia, I’m a Philosophy student and one of the mental health and wellbeing officers alongside Daisy. We’ll be running lots of activities this year which anyone is welcome to join. I’ll also be around anytime for a chat, or if you’d like any questions about the ADRC / mental health answered. I’m often hanging out in the buttery, or you can reach out to me via the mental health and wellbeing officer email!
Mental Health Officer – Daisy Challoner
jcr-mentalhealth@chu.cam.ac.uk
Hi, I’m Daisy and I’m a second year English student and one of your mental health and wellbeing officers alongside Lydia. I’m set a lot of reading and I’m always looking for an excuse to have a break so feel free to chat with me whenever you see me around the college! We’ll be running lots of events in the next year but in the meantime if you need any help reach out to us on the JCR wellbeing email.
Disabilities Officer – Gracie Wardhaugh
jcr-disabilities@chu.cam.ac.uk
Hey I’m Gracie, a second year lawyer and I’ll be your disabilities officer this year. You’re likely to find me at the gym, in the library or elsewhere within college with a hefty textbook in arms. I’m also often out and about, either round Cambridge or trekking to watch the football (white hart lane supremacy always) and love a good chat, so please feel free to come say hi! If you have any questions, issues or ideas don’t hesitate to contact me 🙂
Equal Opportunities Officer – Audrey Kiang
jcr-equalopportunities@chu.cam.ac.uk
Hi!! I’m Audrey, I’m a second year lawyer. I’m Hong Kong-Canadian and I’m gonna be your Equal opportunities Officer this year. If I’m not at sidg or yapping in the buttery or getting Jack’s (actually trekked all the way to town just for Jack’s one time cuz the secret flavour was pistachio & oreo), I’m probably bing-ing sitcoms I’ve rewatched a thousand times, Brooklyn99 and Seinfeld on top. If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions about Equal Ops please let me know!! Or if you’re just bored and want to yap that’s also ok 😀
Ents Officer – Emily Chard
Hey I’m Emily (she/her), a second year philosopher and one of your ents officers this year! When I’m not writing an essay or watching some form of reality TV (rare), you can probably find me at spoons, in the dance studio, or with the CU. I’m super excited to create the best events for everyone in Churchill!! Feel free to get in touch anytime 🙂
Ents Officer – Holly Curtis
Hi, I’m Holly (she/her) a second year Bio NatSci from London, and I’m excited to be one of the ents officers this year. Apart from my degree, I love hanging out with friends, travelling, listening to music, and watching football. I’m really looking forward to putting on loads of different events, and hopefully create a fun experience for everyone at Churchill.
Ents Officer – Orla McMahon
Hello! I am Orla and I am a second year History and Politics student who is looking forward to being your Ents officer for the following year. Ents officers are responsible for organising social events at Churchill, and we hope to be able to make your time here as fun and inclusive as possible! Aside from being found in the Bops (legendary), you can find me hanging with my friends, in the Bevin Library (…where I am literally 24/7), listening to music or playing netball. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions- we aim to make Churchill as great a place as possible for all of you!
Green Officer – Olivia Maczka
Hey everyone, I’m Olivia (she/her), a first year Geographer and your JCR Green Officer! I love being outside, which is probably why I’ve become a rower (who doesn’t love an early morning on the Cam?), and you’ll usually find me in the buttery being indecisive over which sweet treat to buy. I also love to get involved with music on guitar as well as a bit of yoga, and I never go anywhere without my film camera. I’m really excited to make Churchill an even more sustainable college – don’t hesitate to message if you have any questions.
Access & Education Officer – Reka Ungar
Hi! I’m Reka, a second-year geographer and I’m your Access and Education Officer. I’m often found either in the Bracken writing essays, or reading with my socks out in the Bevin armchairs, if not on the river. I also enjoy a chat in the buttery with friends or a perimeter walk for some calm in between the essays. I know how hard the transition can be from school to university, and I am super happy to talk about any concerns or issues you may have so do feel free to come to me if you need anything!
Facilities Officer – Mattia Santoni
Hi I’m Mattia, I’m a second year engineer and I’m your facilities and societies officer for this year. I enjoy training in the gym and spending time outside and with my friends and family. I’m excited to be a part of this JCR and I’m committed to improving facilities and societies for people in college so please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any ideas or questions that you think I can help with.
Social Media Officer – Dean Liu
Hi, I’m Dean and I’m a second-year mathmo. I’m Chinese/German and will be one of your social media officers. If I’m at Churchill,, you will find me at the gym, out on the field or chatting in the buttery. Otherwise, I might be playing volleyball at Parker’s Piece or in the University Sports Centre. If you ever have any societies to promote or issues to raise, feel free to dm us and we’ll see what we can do. (I’d also like to disassociate myself from anything happening on churchfess.)
Social Media Officer – Fay Walshe
Hey everyone, I’m Fay, a second year medic and also one of your social media officers for the year. I’m really excited to be showing you all the different things going on around college and also running some insta Q&As just to help the first year hopefully feel a little easier. When I’m not working in the library, you’ll find me in a boat, in the gym or in one of the music practice rooms. But genuinely, if you ever need anything, just give me a message and I’d love to help you out.
Computing Officer – John Kim
Hi, I’m John (he/him) and I am your JCR Computing Officer! I am a computer scientist from South Korea who loves music, especially playing the piano and singing, so you will see me a lot in the music centre! If not, you might see me on the pitch playing football in pink. Wherever it may be that you see me, or via email, please feel free to ask me about absolutely anything!
