President
Corey Lehmann (DPhil, Particle Physics)
Hi, I' m Corey! When I'm not researching with particle accelerators, you can usually find me tinkling the ivories in the Trinity music rooms. As MCR President, I serve as the representative for graduate students and act as a bridge of communication between the college and our student community, ensuring your voices are heard and your needs are addressed. Come say hi!
Vice President/Welfare Rep
Samanyu Tirumala (DPhil, Engineering)
Hi! I am Samanyu, a second-year DPhil student in Engineering. As the Vice President/welfare rep, I will be running welfare events throughout the year – like Pizza Night! If there’s anything you need in terms of welfare or support, just let me know and I’ll make sure you’re pointed in the right direction. Outside of work, I enjoy sports, cooking, and karaoke (on tipsy days). Hope to see you all soon!!
Treasurer
John Kwon (DPhil, Computer Science)
Hi, I’m John! I’m a second-year DPhil student in Computer Science, and I’m currently researching methods to decode text from brain signals. As the Treasurer this year, I will oversee finances and allocate funds for purchases and MCR events. If you have ideas for anything that could benefit the MCR, let me know! Outside of work, I enjoy sports, music and drawing.
Secretary
Isabel Lau (DPhil, Computational Neuroscience)
Hi! I’m Isabel – I’m your MCR Secretary this year. You'll be hearing from me weekly via email, and I'm here to help with any MCR administrative needs. I study how dopamine and drugs affect brain activity. Outside of research, I enjoy dancing, lifting weights, and drinking (more moderately these days). Looking forward to meeting you soon!
Social Secretary
Siva Kesavan (DPhil, Materials)
Hi, I’m Siva, a first-year DPhil student in Materials from India. I’m very excited to be one of your social secretaries this year! From Freshers’ Week to our biggest annual events, I’ll be helping to create plenty of opportunities for fun, connection, and celebration. I can’t wait to make sure everyone gets the full Oxford experience, with unforgettable memories and lifelong friends along the way.
Social Secretary
James Hill (DPhil, Chemistry)
Hi, I’m James – a 3rd year Chemistry DPhil student working on green hydrogen production from water. As one of your social secretaries this year, I will be helping organise social events in Freshers Week and throughout the year! From our regular Big Open Parties (BOPs) to our annual events - including an MCR Talent Show, Burn’s Night Ceilidh and our charity gala - there will plenty of fun activities to enjoy with the rest of the MCR community!
Equalities Officer
Awais Seyyad (DPhil, Chemistry)
Hi there! I’m Awais the MCR’s Equalities Officer this year. I’m currently a second year DPhil student studying Inorganic Chemistry. My research is centred around using phosphorus clusters as sustainable catalysts. I am here help ensure that the MCR & College is a welcoming and inclusive place!
General Member
Eleonora Agostinelli (DPhil, Mathematics)
Hi! I’m Eleonora – a second-year DPhil student in Maths from Italy. As your MCR general member, I will make sure that the MCR is always well stocked with snacks! I will also help to handle the ballot for next year’s accommodation. Do share your favourite snacks or anything particular you’re craving so that I can make sure they are in our grocery list!