Selwyn Alternative Prospectus

JCR Committee
Access Officers
“Our role is an exciting task as we get to work with such a vast number of
students, from prospective applicants in schools to the students at Selwyn.
We aim to make applying to Cambridge an accessible and inviting
opportunity for all, regardless of their background; in particular aiming to
increase the proportion of students from underrepresented backgrounds
(including but not limited to those from working class, state-comp educated,
low-income, first generation, estranged and care leaver students).
Selwyn is one of the best colleges in Oxbridge for outreach work, with
around 75% (and increasing annually) of Selwyn’s UK students stateeducated.
We work to increase this further through demystifying the
application process,
preparing resources for
potential applicants,
visiting schools to meet
and answer questions from
prospective students,
assisting with Summer
Schools, and answering
queries sent via email. “
- Chloe & Joe M
BAME Officer
12
“As the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic officer, I am in charge of helping to
improve student life by liaising with students, the JCR, College itself and the
wider CUSU BME Campaign. The role involves both an educational and fun
side such as the fact that I am able to put on events such as the BAME Chills
but also facilitate the Anti-Racist Workshop. I get an opportunity to talk and
collaborate with other BAME officers throughout the university but
specifically our close neighbours Newnham and Robinson. I believe that the
role is an essential aspect of improving student life at the university as it
provides an additional level of support BAME students may need. It also
improves the visibility of the richness a diverse student body brings to a
world-class university and helps to foster a community within Selwyn.”
- Itunu