https://hmcjcr.co.uk/home daily 1.0 2025-07-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/8acc907c-6e96-4fe0-ab7b-11e00d0ccf49/Screenshot+2025-07-04+043522.png HMC Junior Common Room https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1528220287462-RCRY21RZXO0GLIMMQ9KU/33385760_1880379548668244_8299011816814542848_o.jpg HMC Junior Common Room - Our Students Meet our JCR family https://hmcjcr.co.uk/events-1 daily 0.75 2023-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540505171922-JMMZJNBM079QNYB14NS9/43951715_10214845729629335_5329829869150797824_o.jpg Events - Fresher's Week In the first week of arriving at HMC, you will get to take part in a week of fun activities specially planned to help you ease into Oxford life. Fresher’s Week is often a highlight of First Year, where you’ll get to meet new friends and learn about everything Oxford has to offer. Fresher’s Week at HMC is designed to be inclusive, so whatever your interests are - from pizza nights to evening pub trips to quiet board games - we have something fun planned for everyone! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540505171922-JMMZJNBM079QNYB14NS9/43951715_10214845729629335_5329829869150797824_o.jpg Events - Fresher's Week In the first week of arriving at HMC, you will get to take part in a week of fun activities specially planned to help you ease into Oxford life. Fresher’s Week is often a highlight of First Year, where you’ll get to meet new friends and learn about everything Oxford has to offer. Fresher’s Week at HMC is designed to be inclusive, so whatever your interests are - from pizza nights to evening pub trips to quiet board games - we have something fun planned for everyone! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540504041353-POKPJGJBZOY3ZLJG89HF/DSC_5156.jpg Events - Matriculation Ceremony Matriculation is a ceremony where you, and hundreds of other freshers are officially admitted into the University. Formal dress is often worn for the ceremony (but don’t worry about it, you’ll have plenty of time to get your own). It is a day of celebration with family and new friends, and officially marks the start of your journey in Oxford! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540505359231-HHVK2KADFWCQGJ83VJUF/24173733_10208276350624862_5683683531867378763_o.jpg Events - Music Society Every week, musicians in HMC meet in our beautiful chapel for a jam session, playing a wide variety of music, including jazz, rock and pop. Musicians of any level or instrument are welcome to join. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1539884542590-5EZ9K03LFGJ5GXQF1ET5/43951715_10214845729629335_5329829869150797824_o.jpg Events https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540505888408-JHP35V6TMK06DFNHS9XG/12729671_666136106859476_547976030_n.jpg Events - Yoga Improve your strength, flexibility and breathing with free yoga sessions in HMC with a professional yoga instructor. All abilities welcome. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540583217473-Y6K2NHOT3C4D25X561R4/23845975_10208245750019866_2036678358511907830_o.jpg Events - Guest Nights Guest Nights are evenings where you can invite your friends from home, or other colleges, to HMC for a special formal dinner. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540583220897-JDTKDHJFCRPV62NLEX0F/35889150_10156710443275827_5680238929228333056_o.jpg Events - Punting We have our very own punt at HMC - take it out for a spin with your friends on a nearby river in summer! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540584346957-JEZHYY7MH0WQBQEMEMUC/14884458_624715385138_549527625717545817_o.jpg Events - Formal Dinners Held on Mondays and Wednesdays, Formal Dinners are a time for HMC students to catch up over a delicious three course meal, prepared in our very own kitchen. Formal wear and gowns are often worn for these dinners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540583943999-OHS4XALG6AXPW1UL806P/17992343_637197680518_9140565394023427322_n.jpg Events - McMullin Cup The McMullin Cup is an annual croquet championship where teams from HMC battle it out on our quad for the coveted trophy - and glory! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540505146824-OHJH0DPSZYZ6OHHNUPLP/IMG_20161028_214418.jpg Events - Bops Bops are college costume parties where the college dress up in wild outfits and come together for a great time! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540581793111-AY650J2GM08NGAGTM98F/14711609_10210958131406311_4363478309193204349_o.jpg Events - Pool Tournament We have our very own pool table in the JCR. Every year, aspiring players fight it out for the title of grand champion and eternal bragging rights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540583679625-QOID6BQ31CY0DJTLBHKB/18423214_10155529463510827_6837920248988124578_o.jpg Events - Annual Summer Event Every summer, Harris Manchester College is transformed into an enchanted wonderland - perfect for a smashing summer party! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1540505554444-VOC9S595AZOSTVY6BZUX/23405823_10208162784665784_6983350114738149963_o.jpg Events - Wine Society From Merlots to Chardonnays, paired with aromatic cheeses, we bring the best wines from all around the world to college several times a term before a formal dinner. https://hmcjcr.co.uk/jcr-committee-2024 daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742208347331-OOZCF2BNUILBCW8ZJ016/Placeholder.jpg JCR Committee 2024-25 - President Gabriel Kaufmann jcr.president@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi, I’m Gabriel, and my role as president straddles the two tasks of representing student needs to college and the wider university and overseeing the day-to-day running of the JCR. To these ends, I do everything from chairing JCR meetings to making myself as available as I can to members of the college community. I can be regularly found at formal, the upper gallery of the library, and hanging around in the JCR, but if you can’t get hold of me at any of those venues then just drop me a line, always happy to talk. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742208347331-OOZCF2BNUILBCW8ZJ016/Placeholder.jpg JCR Committee 2024-25 - President Gabriel Kaufmann jcr.president@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi, I’m Gabriel, and my role as president straddles the two tasks of representing student needs to college and the wider university and overseeing the day-to-day running of the JCR. To these ends, I do everything from chairing JCR meetings to making myself as available as I can to members of the college community. I can be regularly found at formal, the upper gallery of the library, and hanging around in the JCR, but if you can’t get hold of me at any of those venues then just drop me a line, always happy to talk. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742208631705-ATH7995LU3E07GY5TF6D/Placeholder.jpg JCR Committee 2024-25 - Secretary Hoo Hoi Tzer jcr.secretary@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hello, I’m Hoi Tzer! As Secretary, my role is to be an enabler for the rest of the committee, making sure they can do what they do best without having to worry about administrative complexities. I hope to also be the bridge between the committee and you, which means a two-way connection. While I am in charge of sending out weekly blasts to update you of things happening around college, I would also like to hear from you about any ideas and concerns you might have on HMC. I am usually around College and would love to meet you so just drop me a text or an email anytime! Please do come support the JCR by showing up at our termly general meetings! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742209002046-RWVXMRAF0KL03QUEIAIX/Placeholder.jpg JCR Committee 2024-25 - Treasurer Jacob Shrubsall jcr.treasurer@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hello, I’m Jacob. As Treasurer, my role is to ensure that the rest of the committee and societies in our college have the financial means to contribute positively to college life. Other responsibilities include drafting the termly budget, handling reimbursements, and keeping an eye on anything money-related the JCR does. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742213925068-DRRFS38YQSJMRZNWEGCI/SAM_1019.JPG JCR Committee 2024-25 - Social Secretaries Rachel Lowick & Alice O’Halloran jcr.entz@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi, we are Rachel and Alice and we love to party. We’re hoping to make this year at HMC an unforgettable one, with themed bops, guest nights and wholesome activities for all. We’re open to any and all suggestions, as long as they involve some good old-fashioned organised fun. Catch you on the dancefloor! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742214203797-5S2NWRXIJO9K5PDYPA2N/SAM_1040.JPG JCR Committee 2024-25 - Bar Managers Brandon Kwok & Lisa Lynne jcr.bar@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hey there! We’re your college bar managers, and our jon is to provide a fun and wide array of beverages to anyone looking to have a great time. Always open to new suggestions, whether cocktails, shelf or non-alcoholic options! We open on monday and wednesday evenings after formals, so come find us for a lil creative mixology https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742211913222-I6YAQH9PI9QN0OZB31MH/Placeholder.jpg JCR Committee 2024-25 - IT Officer Vinamr Athavle jcr.it@hmc.ox.ac.uk As IT Officer, my main role is to maintain the JCR’s tech infrastructure, including this very website! I’m also called upon whenever the JCR requires assistance in setting up and maintaining any new tech-related projects, and when the option for remote participation is needed for any JCR meetings/hustings. If you’re ever in need of IT-related help, or if you have any suggestions for the website, please do not hesitate to come and find me! I’ve usually got my hands full with Engineering, but I’ll always take time out to lend a hand. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742209744418-203E6O5GC2MXCN50GME7/Placeholder.jpg JCR Committee 2024-25 - Freshers' Officers Kai de Haan & Jacob Shrubsall jcr.freshers@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi, we’re Kai and Jacob, the Freshers’ Officers at HMC. Our role is to help freshers settle into their lives at Oxford and HMC by planning and running Freshers’ Week. We are also responsible for the termly stash. You can always approach us with any questions or concerns you may have throughout your Oxford experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742222027592-OWANMYC3SV6J8CR528G8/anna+d.png JCR Committee 2024-25 - Food & Beverage Officer Anna Donaghy jcr.food@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hello, I’m Anna your Food and Beverage officer! It’s my job to keep your tea and coffee breaks in the JCR as refreshing as possible and provide treats for when the library day just isn’t going to plan. Do contact me if you have questions about food or beverages within College and let me know your favourite biscuits! P.S. I’m a custard cream girl! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742214091604-4QQIQM24R5HBX6KA31GR/SAM_1030.JPG JCR Committee 2024-25 - Welfare Officers Kai de Haan & Aeron Ambrose jcr.welfare@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi, we’re Kai and Ambrose, the Welfare Officers at HMC. Our focus is on holding regular events for the college community and generally providing free hot chocolate and coffee. We are also available to talk through any issues you may have and explore what resources the college has available should it be appropriate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742214870367-UI7501DY4PDOS8DX2OP9/SAM_1051.JPG JCR Committee 2024-25 - Charities Officer Nadia Sokolova jcr.charities@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi, I’m Nadia! As Charities Officer, I am responsible for organising fundraising events to support local and international charities. I wish to create memorable events that suit every taste, ranging from charity karaoke (Charioke) to a relaxing painting session :) If you have an idea for an event or a charity you would like us to support - let me know ! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742210760502-M0ZJ02D835AI3EGNXRN0/Placeholder.jpg JCR Committee 2024-25 - Women*s Officers Ashley Kim & Kate Turner jcr.womens@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi! We are Ashley and Kate, the JCR Women*s officers. We are here to support women and non-binary members of college and we usually run weekly events during term time (often including a movie night). Please feel free to email us if you have any questions or suggestions! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742213345406-EXL1T4BH20CSPUF5TD1R/23-24+Environment+Officers.jpg JCR Committee 2024-25 - Environment Officer Harriet Norris jcr.environment@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi, I’m Harriet, a third year English student at HMC and the JCR Environment Officer. I am here to represent student views on sustainability in college, and can raise any questions to the relevant members of staff if needed. I am hoping to organise several nature walks and other environment-related events, as well as holding a HMC student writing competition on the subject of the environment. Please feel free to email with any ideas or questions! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742214526126-Z9TAYDDT7QSU7D80Z8CO/SAM_1041.JPG JCR Committee 2024-25 - Newsletter Officer Emmet Moore jcr.newsletter@hmc.ox.ac.uk Hi, I’m Emmet, and I’m the Newsletter Officer. As Newsletter Officer, I’ll be putting together the end-of-term newsletter, so if you have any highlights, projects or moments you think might be worth a mention please drop me an email! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1742214493012-7L177ILQUJ9OJBZTT32Z/SAM_1041.JPG JCR Committee 2024-25 - Class Liberation Officer Emmet Moore Hi, I’m Emmet and I’m the Class Liberation Officer. As Class Officer, I’m here to provide information and advocacy for students from working-class, low-income and first-gen backgrounds, making sure college resources are accessible and that student concerns are heard. https://hmcjcr.co.uk/jcr-constitution daily 0.75 2025-07-01 https://hmcjcr.co.uk/events daily 0.75 2025-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1528401640276-E1VOVYIU3UDQ4E83CG0Y/33402333_1880328822006650_8475720566806937600_n.jpg Events - Our Events From costume parties to yoga afternoons - here's how we unwind and have fun at HMC! https://hmcjcr.co.uk/societies daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1528401403695-SIOJ4I9OBL6PSEZV1F1P/33600797_10155454489550913_4895776759070326784_o.jpg Societies - Our Societies Students at HMC pursue a wide range of activities within and beyond college. Here are some of our favourites. https://hmcjcr.co.uk/faq daily 0.75 2025-07-01 https://hmcjcr.co.uk/facilities daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://hmcjcr.co.uk/health daily 0.75 2023-02-06 https://hmcjcr.co.uk/students daily 0.75 2023-02-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541543821034-2W1NM8BV9BUAL6K7V1WK/irene.jpg Students https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541544900920-VDHKODSQSFH52NY34RME/naresh.jpg Students https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541542850317-86SWAPNM4HYNOIJX78MH/ModsTrashing2017-12.jpg Students - Our Students HMC students come from all over the world and have a variety of backgrounds, ideas and interests. Find out more about their stories here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541545084675-SCNFO3TAFO1XHW2SI5BP/walter.jpg Students https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541545223412-ULGCY5NZJ4VE1BMYRR9X/pekka.jpg Students https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541544354661-PWDGB471Z215B2WRYJDV/thomas.jpg Students https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541544182830-7UNJ0MI8JKR7V0JAHWWQ/lingxi.jpg Students https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541543133646-BL12EMPY5JM2NI170HBO/bianca.jpg Students https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541544541330-2EOUI54BNQSC8M64VKIN/sue.jpg Students https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b13b78525bf021ab5c2f840/1541544715673-I8PZ1EZJR0QZ1G4ZKMZD/rosie.jpg Students https://hmcjcr.co.uk/committee daily 0.75 2025-03-12