Get Involved!

Want to be a part of one of the most dynamic JCRs in Cambridge? Got some ideas on how to improve college life? Got the enthusiasm to make a difference? Want to meet new people? Want to gain some experience?  Now's the time to get involved!

On Friday 11th March, Downing JCR students will elect the final members of a new committee to represent them for the next year. You could be a part of this. There are up to twenty-five positions available to be filled, check out the full list of positions available.

Being on the JCR Committee is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your experience of college life. It's fun, rewarding, provides a good break from studies and looks great on a CV! The minimum commitment is around 3 committee meetings per term (with an extra one a fortnight for Senior Officers) in addition to any college or CUSU meetings in which your position has a place.

If you are interesting in running, then read How to Stand and Election Rules, and get your nomination in! The first round of nominations closes at midnight on 3rd March. After this date, a list of who is standing will be announced. Then there are just three days left for anyone else to announce their intention to stand, and candidates can add their names to any of the positions (whether someone else declared for that position or not in the first round). A final list of candidates will be published after this second round closes on 6th March.

Hustings: Hear them out!

Everyone is Downing is welcome to attend a lively Hustings (Thursday 10th March, 7:00pm in the bar), where if you are standing for any position you are asked to give a short speech and students can ask questions to candidates. It's a friendly event, and there's always a good turnout and some interesting debates.

Voting: Have your Say