Join the JCR
What is a JCR?
A Junior Common Room (JCR) is a student committee elected in each halls of residence every year. They represent the voice and interests of students who live in the halls. They also help coordinate social activities and events. Most committees meet around once or twice a fortnight.
At the start of the year residents pay a JCR fee, which the committee uses to fund activities and socials. This means you can have your say about what you would like to happen in your halls.
Why join the JCR?
Before I started uni, I made a promise to myself that I would not let fear get in the way of trying new things. For me, the new thing was being in a position of leadership. Putting myself out there for all to see! Growing up, I would be quick to shut down anything of the like, but being at Bristol, I wanted all of that to change.
Being president, you’re in charge of the JCR, as well as being the voice and face of the hall. My main goal if I were to become president (fortunately, it was the case) was to make the hall as fun as possible, but also be the voice for Winkworth House!
I thoroughly enjoyed my time being President as it has given me the opportunity to learn about myself, how I work with others, but most importantly, become more confident in myself to be in a leadership position.
So, if you’re like me, and want to try something new whilst making a difference to others, I definitely recommend joining the JCR!
Nominations are open until midday on Tuesday 16 October so get nominating at www.bristolsu.org.uk/elections
Sandra Addai, JCR President 2017-18, Winkworth House
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