Committee 2022
The committee is elected every calendar year at the end of Michaelmas Term. The president is elected first, followed by the rest of the committee. Everyone standing participate in a hustings - an event where candidates give a short speech and are asked a few questions.
Feel free to contact any committee member at any time. We are here to support you!
Nicole
President
Hi! I’m Nicole (she/her) and I’m a first year studying HSPS. My role as President involves leading the JCSU in representing the student body, sitting on various committees including College Council, and being a point of contact between students and staff. I'm dedicated to making the JCSU an effective force for helping every student have a great time at Jesus. Always feel free to send me a message via email or FB messenger! Alternatively, come by the JCR during my weekly drop-ins if you have a suggestion, complaint, or just want to chat.
Esther
Vice President
Hi, I’m Esther! (she/her) I’m a second year studying Land Economy, and I’m your VP for this year! My role is typically split into five main areas: stash, Halfway Hall, Jesus/Jesus varsity, CSU council, and careers events. If you’d ever like a motion to be raised on your behalf to the CSU (Cambridge Student Union), then feel free to email me or get in touch via Messenger. This year, I’d love to diversify the functions of the VP, so if you ever have any questions/queries for me specifically or about the JCSU generally - feel free to get in touch! It’s really important that all students feel heard, and I’m always happy to help as and when I can!
Krish
Treasurer
Hi - I'm Krish (he/him), a second year mathmo and I'm your treasurer for this year. My role includes reimbursing members of the college and managing the budget for the JCSU. If you have any questions regarding finances then please feel free to get in contact with me, either by email or on Facebook!
John
Secretary
Hi I'm John Jessop (he/him) I'm a first year engineer and I'm the JCSU secretary this year. Essentially my role boils down to being the committee's admin man. It's my job to write the agendas, and minutes, and to advise on the constitution. I'm also the point of contact for JCSU affiliated societies and clubs. That's what my role technically entails but I'm happy to help anyone with anything JCSU related so don't hesitate to get in touch :)
Orchid
Female & Non-Binary Welfare Officer
Hiii, I’m Orchid (she/her) and I’m a second year Engling (English student). This year, I have the pleasure of being your Female & Non-Binary Welfare Officer. I want you to see me as a friendly face around college who is always open to having a chat (welfare specific or informally). As one of your Welfare officers, it is my duty to create a welcoming and supportive environment, prioritising your wellbeing through events and open conversations. Not only can I help you as an individual, but I will also help to bridge the gap between you and college’s Welfare provisions (DoS, Welfare Tutors) or wider services (the University, external organisations). If you ever need anything, then feel free to message me via FB Messenger or my email. :)
Tom
Male & Non-Binary Welfare Officer
Hi everyone, a little bit about myself, I’m Tom (he/him), a first year land ec and an ice hockey player. This year with Orchid, I’ll be organising the welfare events which will become known as Welfare Wednesdays. Also, along with Orchid, I will have the anonymous messaging welfare phone (07599928698) and work to implement suggestions from the welfare review. Finally, I just want to provide a friendly face around college, so if you ever fancy a chat just say hi!
Helena
Women's & Non-Binary Officer
Hi, I'm Helena (she/her) and I'm a first year HSPS student. As your new Women's and Non-binary officer, I want to make sure that college is a safe space for self-identifying women and non-binary students. I will do so by assuring that college staff is aware of specific issues that affect women and gender minorities. I will put in place various events, such as talks and social events, that concern feminist issues. They will be open to everyone! Furthermore, my role also entails liaising with college's involvement in sexual assault and in bringing free sustainable period products to college. Alongside, my role has a welfare wing, which means if you have any issues concerning your welfare, please do come and have a chat with me.
Alice
Mental Health & Disabilities Officer
Hi guys! I’m Alice (she/her). I’m a first-year PBS student and your new Mental Health and Disabilities Officer. I hope to provide a listening ear and point of contact for students with disabilities or mental health struggles. If you need assistance with college adjustments or access to funding, I’m here for you. Working alongside the welfare team, I aim to create a more inclusive and welcoming environment at college. Reach out to me if you need any support or have any questions!
Lizzie
Freshers' Officer
Hey, I’m Lizzie (she/her) and I’m a first year Geographer! I’m really excited to be one of your Freshers’ Officers and, alongside Kieran, I’ll be responsible for organising 2023’s Refreshers and Freshers’ Weeks. I am here as a friendly face and first point of contact for both current freshers and next year’s freshers, and represent any first year concerns on the JCSU. Kieran and I are really looking forward to focusing on year-round welfare support for freshers as members of the JCSU’s welfare team. Feel free to get in touch with any ideas, questions or concerns!
Kieran
Freshers' Officer
Hiya, I’m Kieran (he/him) a first year English student. My role as Freshers’ officer is to work with Lizzie to provide events weeks for the current and next year’s Freshers, as well as also providing them welfare support and representation on the JCSU. Both me and Lizzie are super keen on being a friendly face around college, so please do approach us with anything on your mind, or even just for a chat!!
Haajrah
ERM Officer
Hi, I’m Haajrah (she/her), a first year land ec and I’m your new ERM officer, my role consists of representing and advocating for those that identify with ethnic and religious minorities, and intersecting identities. As a welfare and liberation officer, I’m here to lend a listening ear to the community for any worries, suggestions, or just a wee chat! I’m keen to ensure that ethnic and religious minorities have continued support and a wider platform to celebrate their diversity in college. Look out for: Multicultural Soc, ERM socials, diversifying caff meals !!
Adam
LGBTQ+ Officer
Hey, I’m Adam (he/him) and I’m a second year Land Ec. I’m in charge of all things LGBTQ+, promoting queer representation and liberation within Jesus, including organising queer events, talks and bops, but above all, I’m here to offer any support you need (especially to do with sexuality and gender identity) - from being someone to talk to about anything that’s bothering you, to helping you claim financial support for gender affirming products and care. I’m also here to signpost you to support - we don’t have to discuss anything but I can point you in the right direction. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch, my inboxes and ears are open - both for support and suggestions!
Stephen
Access Officer
Hi, I’m Stephen (he/him), a second year studying Natural Sciences. As Access and Higher Education Officer for the JCSU, I strive to improve outreach and widening participation within the college through the running of access events. I will be working closely with the school liaison officer and the student ambassadors to achieve this, while organising special occasions to reward their hard efforts. If you have any outreach and widening participation related ideas, I’d be more than happy and grateful to give to listen!
Jonathan
Services Officer
Hello, I'm Jonathan (he/him), I'm a first year HSPS student. As your services officer I'm responsible for anything to do with the cafeteria, JBar, or issues regarding the accommodation ballot when that comes around. Please do get in contact with me if you have any problems/issues with any of them. Also, if you have any suggestions regarding the food, drinks, or any of the services provided by the college then don't hesitate to get in contact with me!
Dom
Communications and Computing Officer
Hey I'm Dom (he/him), a first year phys Nat Sci, and I'm your Comms and Computing Officer for this year. It's my job to facilitate communication between the student body and the JCSU/College, and so one of my main goals is to keep the weekly bulletin running. I'd also like to increase transparency in many areas around College. Please send me any information (or jokes) for the bulletin!
Ezra
Green Officer
I’m Ezra (they/he), and I’m your Environmental and Ethical Affairs (Green) Officer! I’m a second year Geographer passionate about climate justice and building resilient communities. I’ll be hosting vegan formals, clothes swaps, and eco-soc. I’ll also be keeping college on track to its divestment target of 2030, and pushing for more responsible investments. Keep an eye out for some rewilding too! If there’s something Green you’d like to see at Jesus, don’t hesitate to get in touch! The more people involved, the better.
Songhwi
International's Officer
Hi I’m Songhwi (she/her), a second year Engling and your new International Officer! In my role, I want to be a figure that helps my fellow internationals make the most out of their time at Jesus. Whether that be through pastorally supporting students with welfare, organising a range of fun social events, or pushing for change within College’s more formal aspects, I will make it my priority to be there with and for you at all times!
Lyra
Ents Officer
I’m Lyra Christie (she/her) and I’m one of your ents officers! I’m a second year Classicist, and in my spare time I enjoy obsessing over Taylor Swift and Julien Baker. As ents officer, I’m responsible for organising social events for the college, and I’m really excited to help create a real sense of community and throw some great events so we can come together and unwind as a college. If you have any ideas or want to get involved my crsid is lcc55!
Yuval
Ents Officer
I’m Yuval Weiss (he/him), one of the ents officers this year, and I’m a second year CompSci! Mine and Lyra’s role is to run the social side of the JCSU’s events for this year and we really want to get everyone involved (and ideally dancing, if that’s your thing). I have a soft spot for Hebrew pop (especially Noa Kirel) and recently have been obsessed with SZA, ROSALÍA and Beyoncé. If you want to suggest anything you can messenger me, email me at yw580 or email both of us at ents@jcsu.jesus.cam.ac.uk
Gym Representatives:
The elected gym reps are Prabav Santhosh Kumar(he/him) [ps924] & Reese Robinson [rr662]. They are not JCSU Officers, but do liaise with the JCSU and College to help keep the gym safe and functional for everyone. They are also reachable at sports@jcsu.jesus.cam.ac.uk
Role | Name | CRSid (…@cam.ac.uk) | JCSU Email (…@jcsu.jesus.cam.ac.uk) |
President | Nicole Lee | nl444 | president |
Vice President | Esther Anthony-Ajileye | ea570 | vice-president |
Secretary | John Jessop | jj576 | secretary |
Treasurer | Krish Nanavati | kn405 | treasurer |
Male Welfare | Tom Morgan | tm787 | tom |
Female Welfare | Orchid Balgobin | oab28 | orchid |
Women’s & NB Officer | Helena Kondak | hk536 | womens |
Mental Health and Disabilities Officer | Alice Yu | ayhy2 | mhdis |
ERM Officer | Haajrah Ashraf | ha519 | erm |
LGBTQ+ Officer | Adam Fishlock | af827 | lgbtq |
Access Officer | Stephen Fajemilusi | sf714 | access |
Services Officer | Jonathan Driver | jd2013 | services |
Communications Officer | Dom Swift | dds37 | communications |
Freshers’ Officer | Lizzie + Kieran | ec854, kl583 | freshers |
Ents Officers | Lyra + Yuval | lcc55, yw580 | ents |
International Students’ Officer | Songhwi Yoon | sy422 | int |
Green Officer | Ezra Grosz |
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