Welcome to Exeter College! Just to clarify some of the terminology, the MCR (Middle Common Room) serves as the focal point for all graduate activity in College. The name itself serves a dual role: the MCR refers to both the graduate student body and the actual rooms occupied by the society within college. The MCR is governed by a committee of students elected by the graduates in January of each year. The MCR Exec takes care of the day-to-day running of the MCR; provides welfare support and represents graduates at both a college and university level with a strong commitment to improve services for graduates. Most importantly the Exec is responsible for your busy social life during term and organise a wide spectrum of social, sporting and intellectual activities.

The graduate community is made up of approximately 180 students, representing a diverse international community from over 20 different nations. The graduate community is also made up of fourth year undergraduates, mature students, junior research fellows, college lecturers as well as students reading for a second BA. The majority of our graduate community pursue research and taught degrees of various disciplines.

As a place, the MCR (located in staircase 8) comprises of two large comfortable rooms, a study room, a small kitchen and a computer room. The MCR provides a variety of newspapers and periodicals, and supplies of tea and coffee are available throughout the year. High-speed secure wireless internet access is active in both rooms for your convenience. Renowned for being the friendliest in Oxford , the MCR is a buzz of activity where members meet and relax between lectures or after a long day's work in the library in a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. During term the MCR is a hub of social activity. These include exchange dinners with other colleges, wine-tasting, punting excursions, barbecues and bops (themed parties) organised by your social secretaries.

With much support from the Rector, Frances Caincross, and from the JCR President the MCR, will boast a lively year of intellectual and social events. In the lead up to our 700th anniversary in 2014, these are exciting times for the MCR and I strongly encourage you to contribute and actively participate in MCR life.

Have a great year in Oxford.