Freshers' Week is Here!
0th week is fast approaching and we couldn't be more excited, because 0th week means Freshers' Week! This is our way to welcome you to Lincoln and to Oxford through some great social events (interspaced with less exciting admin tasks for you to sort out...). Perhaps more importantly, though, it is your way to get to know one another (as well as all of us from the MCR committee)!
The guidance below has details about everything the MCR and the College have in store for you. If you've got any questions, then please don't hesitate to get in touch with anyone from the MCR Committee - we all know too well how confusing Oxford can be!
See you soon!
The guidance below has details about everything the MCR and the College have in store for you. If you've got any questions, then please don't hesitate to get in touch with anyone from the MCR Committee - we all know too well how confusing Oxford can be!
See you soon!
Welcome to Lincoln College!
Freshers Week
Freshers Week
- Sunday 5th October
- Monday 6th October
- Tuesday 7th October
- Wednesday 8th October
- Thursday 9th October
- Friday 10th October
- Saturday 11th October
- Sunday 12th October
Programme of Events for Graduate Freshers
Welcome to Lincoln College!
Please read this page in full and consider bookmarking it, as it’s going to be a busy week. Your faculty and labs will most likely have induction lectures and activities for you to attend. We have tried to schedule things in College not to clash with these but don’t worry if you cannot attend everything – indeed, it is probably advisable to make sure you do fit in some time for just yourself in what can sometimes be an overwhelming week of new faces and space.
The most important events for new students are outlined below. Please also note that you will only be able to access SharePoint links (our MCR intranet) through your university email.
Key events for the week
Attendance at these events is crucial for new students, and they have been underlined in the timetable.
Registration
Before coming to Oxford, you must complete the University’s online registration at http://www.ox.ac.uk/students/registration_self_service/. Once you have found your accommodation and settled in, you need to complete your separate College registration during Freshers’ Week. Sign up for a registration session at https://lincoln.ox.ac.uk/graduate-freshers-hub/arriving-at-college. If you are not a UK or Irish citizen, please make sure you have uploaded your documentation to the visa portal before attending registration.
Inductions
There are four important induction meetings in Freshers’ Week.
Freshers’ Dinner
A fancy dinner in hall with your College advisors and fellow freshers on Tuesday is perhaps the highlight of Freshers’ Week. Make sure you have signed up for this when you register, and read on for dress code/timings.
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Please read this page in full and consider bookmarking it, as it’s going to be a busy week. Your faculty and labs will most likely have induction lectures and activities for you to attend. We have tried to schedule things in College not to clash with these but don’t worry if you cannot attend everything – indeed, it is probably advisable to make sure you do fit in some time for just yourself in what can sometimes be an overwhelming week of new faces and space.
The most important events for new students are outlined below. Please also note that you will only be able to access SharePoint links (our MCR intranet) through your university email.
Key events for the week
Attendance at these events is crucial for new students, and they have been underlined in the timetable.
Registration
Before coming to Oxford, you must complete the University’s online registration at http://www.ox.ac.uk/students/registration_self_service/. Once you have found your accommodation and settled in, you need to complete your separate College registration during Freshers’ Week. Sign up for a registration session at https://lincoln.ox.ac.uk/graduate-freshers-hub/arriving-at-college. If you are not a UK or Irish citizen, please make sure you have uploaded your documentation to the visa portal before attending registration.
Inductions
There are four important induction meetings in Freshers’ Week.
- The MCR Induction is on Monday evening. This is where you will meet the MCR committee and find out about graduate student life at Lincoln. You are split into smaller groups by surname for this – read on for details.
- A Workshop on Managing Relationships is on Tuesday morning, organised by the College Office.
- An EDI Training is on Wednesday morning, organised by the College Office, with tea, coffee and pastries provided.
- The College Orientation is on Friday afternoon. Here you will meet many friendly faces from around college and pick up lots of key information.
Freshers’ Dinner
A fancy dinner in hall with your College advisors and fellow freshers on Tuesday is perhaps the highlight of Freshers’ Week. Make sure you have signed up for this when you register, and read on for dress code/timings.
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Freshers' Week 2025
Sunday 5th October
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Accommodation Teas are a chance to meet your graduate neighbours over tea and cake. Your teas are at different locations according to where you live:
7:00 pm+ Freshers' Meet and Greet in the Oakeshott Room. Drinks and nibbles upstairs in the Oakeshott Room above the MCR – your first chance to meet and chat with fellow graduates. There is no dress code – come as you are!
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2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Accommodation Teas are a chance to meet your graduate neighbours over tea and cake. Your teas are at different locations according to where you live:
- Students living in EPA and Museum Road: Lady Abraham Common Room (ground floor, EPA centre)
- Students living in Bear Lane and non-College accommodation: Bear Lane benches (if raining, TV Room across from laundry room)
- Students living in LCS: 3rd floor kitchen
7:00 pm+ Freshers' Meet and Greet in the Oakeshott Room. Drinks and nibbles upstairs in the Oakeshott Room above the MCR – your first chance to meet and chat with fellow graduates. There is no dress code – come as you are!
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Monday 6th October
9:30 am - 12:30 pm Waste Not Want Not. Come along to the first Waste Not Want Not event of the term! Grab some free, lovely usable items, sourced from the Lincoln community, including kitchen items, clothing and home decor. Donations are also welcome, and you can drop these off from 9:30 am. The Beckington Room is located in the passageway between Main Quad and Grove Quad.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm MCR Freshers Inductions in the Oakeshott Room. On the first official night of Freshers’ Week, your MCR Committee will welcome you to Lincoln and give you important information about the week itself and your time at Lincoln generally. You are divided into two groups by surname:
8:15 pm - 10:00 pm Freshers Pizza and Pub Quiz. Our College bar, which is located directly below the hall, hosts the always popular Freshers Pub Quiz. Join the Social Team and our college barman Simon to test your knowledge and lead your team to victory. A great way to get to meet (and beat) your fellow Freshers. Non-alcoholic options are always on offer!
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9:30 am - 12:30 pm Waste Not Want Not. Come along to the first Waste Not Want Not event of the term! Grab some free, lovely usable items, sourced from the Lincoln community, including kitchen items, clothing and home decor. Donations are also welcome, and you can drop these off from 9:30 am. The Beckington Room is located in the passageway between Main Quad and Grove Quad.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm MCR Freshers Inductions in the Oakeshott Room. On the first official night of Freshers’ Week, your MCR Committee will welcome you to Lincoln and give you important information about the week itself and your time at Lincoln generally. You are divided into two groups by surname:
8:15 pm - 10:00 pm Freshers Pizza and Pub Quiz. Our College bar, which is located directly below the hall, hosts the always popular Freshers Pub Quiz. Join the Social Team and our college barman Simon to test your knowledge and lead your team to victory. A great way to get to meet (and beat) your fellow Freshers. Non-alcoholic options are always on offer!
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Tuesday 7th October
11:00 am - 12:30 pm Managing Relationships Workshop. A College-organised interactive workshop on managing relationships within Lincoln and the Oxford community. Open to both Freshers and Returners.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Part-time Student Tea. Come along for a tea, biscuit and a chat with fellow Lincoln part-time students.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Meet your Peer Supporters in the MCR. Peer-supporters are your fellow Lincolnites who are here for you and specially trained to talk about anything that is bothering you. This will be an opportunity to meet them and chat over snacks, so you always know whom to reach out to. Learn more about peer supporters.
8:30 pm+ TuesGays drinks at the Jolly Farmer's. Come for a pub trip to the Jolly Farmers. This event is open to anyone as it’s a celebration of queer culture and drinking (free) beer. Meet in the MCR or join us after wine and cheese.
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11:00 am - 12:30 pm Managing Relationships Workshop. A College-organised interactive workshop on managing relationships within Lincoln and the Oxford community. Open to both Freshers and Returners.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Part-time Student Tea. Come along for a tea, biscuit and a chat with fellow Lincoln part-time students.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Meet your Peer Supporters in the MCR. Peer-supporters are your fellow Lincolnites who are here for you and specially trained to talk about anything that is bothering you. This will be an opportunity to meet them and chat over snacks, so you always know whom to reach out to. Learn more about peer supporters.
8:30 pm+ TuesGays drinks at the Jolly Farmer's. Come for a pub trip to the Jolly Farmers. This event is open to anyone as it’s a celebration of queer culture and drinking (free) beer. Meet in the MCR or join us after wine and cheese.
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Wednesday 8th October
10:00 am - 11:00 am EDI Training with tea, coffee and pastries. An interactive workshop discussing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Oxford. This session aims to support the building of positive and inclusive communities at Lincoln.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lincoln Garden Tour. Join Lincoln’s Head Gardener, Mike Hawkins for an insight into the history and planting of the quads, Fellow’s and Rectors gardens.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm DisabiliTea. Come along to chat about disability experiences at Oxford. The MCR Disabilities Rep will be on hand with tea, snacks and informal advice.
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Games Night. Conquer Catan, explore Carcassonne, bamboozle in Bananagrams or double-cross your fellow players in Betrayal at House on the Hill, or even just play some family-friendly charades: Games Night has something for everyone. We will provide the games, some light refreshments and adjudicate on any disagreements.
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10:00 am - 11:00 am EDI Training with tea, coffee and pastries. An interactive workshop discussing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Oxford. This session aims to support the building of positive and inclusive communities at Lincoln.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lincoln Garden Tour. Join Lincoln’s Head Gardener, Mike Hawkins for an insight into the history and planting of the quads, Fellow’s and Rectors gardens.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm DisabiliTea. Come along to chat about disability experiences at Oxford. The MCR Disabilities Rep will be on hand with tea, snacks and informal advice.
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Games Night. Conquer Catan, explore Carcassonne, bamboozle in Bananagrams or double-cross your fellow players in Betrayal at House on the Hill, or even just play some family-friendly charades: Games Night has something for everyone. We will provide the games, some light refreshments and adjudicate on any disagreements.
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Thursday 9th October
11:00 am - 12:00 pm OUSU Freshers Fair. The Oxford University Student Union organises a fair to introduce all new students to the societies and sports clubs within the University. This is Lincoln MCR’s allocated timeslot, but there is a designated quiet hour on Wednesday 9-10am, ideal for those who find larger crowds overwhelming or those who use mobility aids. Learn more about the OUSU Freshers Fair.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm International Tea x Diversitea in the MCR. A welcome tea for students who come to us from overseas and diverse backgrounds. It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow students and celebrate the richness of our international and multicultural community!
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Graduate Freshers' Dinner. Make sure you have signed up for this! Enjoy a glorious (and free!) three-course meal with your College Advisor and other Lincolnites with the same academic background. The dress code is jacket & tie, smart attire or cocktail dresses; academic gowns are not required. Look forward to a delicious dinner and speeches. Pre-dinner drinks start at 6:30pm in the Oakeshott Room, and Freshers are asked to take their seats in Hall for 7:15pm.
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11:00 am - 12:00 pm OUSU Freshers Fair. The Oxford University Student Union organises a fair to introduce all new students to the societies and sports clubs within the University. This is Lincoln MCR’s allocated timeslot, but there is a designated quiet hour on Wednesday 9-10am, ideal for those who find larger crowds overwhelming or those who use mobility aids. Learn more about the OUSU Freshers Fair.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour around Lincoln College. Starting from the Lodge. Enjoy a tour around our lovely College.
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm International Tea x Diversitea in the MCR. A welcome tea for students who come to us from overseas and diverse backgrounds. It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow students and celebrate the richness of our international and multicultural community!
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Graduate Freshers' Dinner. Make sure you have signed up for this! Enjoy a glorious (and free!) three-course meal with your College Advisor and other Lincolnites with the same academic background. The dress code is jacket & tie, smart attire or cocktail dresses; academic gowns are not required. Look forward to a delicious dinner and speeches. Pre-dinner drinks start at 6:30pm in the Oakeshott Room, and Freshers are asked to take their seats in Hall for 7:15pm.
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Friday 10th October
10:00 am - 11:00 am & 11:00 amm - 12:00 pm Senior Library and Archives Tour. One of Lincoln’s greatest treasures is its Senior Library, the historic collection of printed books that dates back to the foundation of the College in 1427. Join us as we “unlock” the Senior Library to show some of the highlights of the collection, and find out what lies behind the oak door in the lower library! There will be a short talk and a Q&A, so please make sure to arrive on time.
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Lincoln Freshers' Fair in Deep Hall. Find out how to get involved with Lincoln’s many sports teams and societies across the JCR and MCR. Check out some of the societies and sports clubs at Lincoln.
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Graduate Freshers' College Orientation. An introduction to the College and some of its senior leadership team. Please be prompt as you will hear from the Senior Tutor, Academic Registrar, Welfare Coordinator, Chaplain, Domestic Operations Manager, Lodge Manager, IT Manager, Junior Deans, Wardens, and Harassment Advisors.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lincoln Links Dinners. Dinner in small groups with returning members of the MCR. Many kind-hearted Lincolnites have offered to take incoming Freshers under their wing. Enjoy the guidance of your “Link” with other Freshers over a nice meal at their favourite restaurant or pub. Look out for their email early in the week to organise a venue. Please make sure you bring £15 – £20 as their wallets may not be as large as their hearts!
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10:00 am - 11:00 am & 11:00 amm - 12:00 pm Senior Library and Archives Tour. One of Lincoln’s greatest treasures is its Senior Library, the historic collection of printed books that dates back to the foundation of the College in 1427. Join us as we “unlock” the Senior Library to show some of the highlights of the collection, and find out what lies behind the oak door in the lower library! There will be a short talk and a Q&A, so please make sure to arrive on time.
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Lincoln Freshers' Fair in Deep Hall. Find out how to get involved with Lincoln’s many sports teams and societies across the JCR and MCR. Check out some of the societies and sports clubs at Lincoln.
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Graduate Freshers' College Orientation. An introduction to the College and some of its senior leadership team. Please be prompt as you will hear from the Senior Tutor, Academic Registrar, Welfare Coordinator, Chaplain, Domestic Operations Manager, Lodge Manager, IT Manager, Junior Deans, Wardens, and Harassment Advisors.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lincoln Links Dinners. Dinner in small groups with returning members of the MCR. Many kind-hearted Lincolnites have offered to take incoming Freshers under their wing. Enjoy the guidance of your “Link” with other Freshers over a nice meal at their favourite restaurant or pub. Look out for their email early in the week to organise a venue. Please make sure you bring £15 – £20 as their wallets may not be as large as their hearts!
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Saturday 11th October
10:00 am - 11:00 am Yoga with Micon. This all-levels yoga class offers a well-rounded experience, beginning with a themed introduction and incorporating breathwork, energy awareness, movement variations, relaxation, and meditation. You'll explore a blend of strength-building static poses and flowing sequences, all guided by the rhythm of your own breath. The practice is designed to leave you feeling more grounded, empowered, and inspired for the week ahead. Whether you're new to yoga or have some experience, this inclusive class is tailored to support you at your own pace. No prior experience is necessary—just come as you are and enjoy moving mindfully. Yoga mats and props are available through the MCR. We kindly ask that you clean and return them after use. This is a wonderful opportunity to unwind, move with intention, and connect with fellow MCR members in a calm, welcoming space.
11:30 am - 5:00 pm LCBC Rowing Taster. Join LCBC for a rowing taster day and BBQ at Lincoln College Boat Club (located on Boathouse Island in Christchurch Meadows). Enjoy free food, compete in an erg relay for Lincoln stash, ask questions, and of course, give rowing a try! There is no experience necessary, and we are open to all levels of commitment, so even if you’re just curious about rowing/coxing, please stop by. Walking directions to the boathouse (leaving from main site) are below. You are welcome to make your own way or there will be senior rowers leading groups down to the boathouse from the lodge every hour if you would prefer to go as a group!
7:00 pm - 12:00 am Emily Carr Party. Glastonbury fears it. Primavera stares over in awe. Coachella was never really in the conversation anyway. That's right: the time for our inaugural Emily Carr Party is upon us.
Here's the drill for those of you who are new. The MCR's EC Party has been going on for decades now, and is hosted on Saturday W0 every term at Emily Carr's house in Bear Lane (which, fun fact, is the original house from which the rest of the property was donated to Lincoln in 1436). The party is open to MCR members only, and runs from 1900 to a strict midnight cutoff of 0000 on Sunday (or the Porters will have my head). It consists of music, free alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and much merriment all around, serving as one of the real highlights of the MCR community every term. The residents of the house kindly give it up such that the party can be hosted, so please be respectful of their space!
Nonetheless, no legendary party would be complete without a killer theme. This term, in the interests of sparking scintillating conversation and getting everyone to get to know each other, the Social Team (me) have selected Dress as your Degree. I'm expecting classicists as great Roman emperors, musicians as rock stars, and molecular biologists as something fascinating and complicated that my puny social-science brain has zero chance of understanding, etc. And if that is insufficient to whet your appetite, there will be a prize for the best outfit! So grab your inventive, academic costumes and your dancing shoes; we're very excited to have you!
Please arrive promptly to the party, as our capacity is limited! We would hate to have to turn you away should you show up late!
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10:00 am - 11:00 am Yoga with Micon. This all-levels yoga class offers a well-rounded experience, beginning with a themed introduction and incorporating breathwork, energy awareness, movement variations, relaxation, and meditation. You'll explore a blend of strength-building static poses and flowing sequences, all guided by the rhythm of your own breath. The practice is designed to leave you feeling more grounded, empowered, and inspired for the week ahead. Whether you're new to yoga or have some experience, this inclusive class is tailored to support you at your own pace. No prior experience is necessary—just come as you are and enjoy moving mindfully. Yoga mats and props are available through the MCR. We kindly ask that you clean and return them after use. This is a wonderful opportunity to unwind, move with intention, and connect with fellow MCR members in a calm, welcoming space.
11:30 am - 5:00 pm LCBC Rowing Taster. Join LCBC for a rowing taster day and BBQ at Lincoln College Boat Club (located on Boathouse Island in Christchurch Meadows). Enjoy free food, compete in an erg relay for Lincoln stash, ask questions, and of course, give rowing a try! There is no experience necessary, and we are open to all levels of commitment, so even if you’re just curious about rowing/coxing, please stop by. Walking directions to the boathouse (leaving from main site) are below. You are welcome to make your own way or there will be senior rowers leading groups down to the boathouse from the lodge every hour if you would prefer to go as a group!
7:00 pm - 12:00 am Emily Carr Party. Glastonbury fears it. Primavera stares over in awe. Coachella was never really in the conversation anyway. That's right: the time for our inaugural Emily Carr Party is upon us.
Here's the drill for those of you who are new. The MCR's EC Party has been going on for decades now, and is hosted on Saturday W0 every term at Emily Carr's house in Bear Lane (which, fun fact, is the original house from which the rest of the property was donated to Lincoln in 1436). The party is open to MCR members only, and runs from 1900 to a strict midnight cutoff of 0000 on Sunday (or the Porters will have my head). It consists of music, free alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and much merriment all around, serving as one of the real highlights of the MCR community every term. The residents of the house kindly give it up such that the party can be hosted, so please be respectful of their space!
Nonetheless, no legendary party would be complete without a killer theme. This term, in the interests of sparking scintillating conversation and getting everyone to get to know each other, the Social Team (me) have selected Dress as your Degree. I'm expecting classicists as great Roman emperors, musicians as rock stars, and molecular biologists as something fascinating and complicated that my puny social-science brain has zero chance of understanding, etc. And if that is insufficient to whet your appetite, there will be a prize for the best outfit! So grab your inventive, academic costumes and your dancing shoes; we're very excited to have you!
Please arrive promptly to the party, as our capacity is limited! We would hate to have to turn you away should you show up late!
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Sunday 12th October
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Welfare Tea. Recover from the aftermath of Emily Carr with our MCR Detox tea! Think lots of snacks, juices, fresh fruit, and tea galore!
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Yoga with Micon. This all-levels yoga class offers a well-rounded experience, beginning with a themed introduction and incorporating breathwork, energy awareness, movement variations, relaxation, and meditation. You'll explore a blend of strength-building static poses and flowing sequences, all guided by the rhythm of your own breath. The practice is designed to leave you feeling more grounded, empowered, and inspired for the week ahead. Whether you're new to yoga or have some experience, this inclusive class is tailored to support you at your own pace. No prior experience is necessary—just come as you are and enjoy moving mindfully. Yoga mats and props are available through the MCR. We kindly ask that you clean and return them after use. This is a wonderful opportunity to unwind, move with intention, and connect with fellow MCR members in a calm, welcoming space.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Choral Evensong in the College Chapel. A service to mark the beginning of the academic year, followed by drinks in the Beckington Room. All members of the College are welcome.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunday Formal Hall. Sunday of 1st Week is the first official day of term and the official start of formal dinners. In order to attend this (and all formal dinners in Hall), you must book your place online at https://lincservedmz.linc.ox.ac.uk/Portal/default.aspx. Places tend to fill up fast, so make sure to book early to avoid disappointment. Menus are released on a weekly basis. Keep an eye on the weekly emails from MCR Secretary Lauren to know when its been released. You are required to wear your academic gown.
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2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Welfare Tea. Recover from the aftermath of Emily Carr with our MCR Detox tea! Think lots of snacks, juices, fresh fruit, and tea galore!
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Yoga with Micon. This all-levels yoga class offers a well-rounded experience, beginning with a themed introduction and incorporating breathwork, energy awareness, movement variations, relaxation, and meditation. You'll explore a blend of strength-building static poses and flowing sequences, all guided by the rhythm of your own breath. The practice is designed to leave you feeling more grounded, empowered, and inspired for the week ahead. Whether you're new to yoga or have some experience, this inclusive class is tailored to support you at your own pace. No prior experience is necessary—just come as you are and enjoy moving mindfully. Yoga mats and props are available through the MCR. We kindly ask that you clean and return them after use. This is a wonderful opportunity to unwind, move with intention, and connect with fellow MCR members in a calm, welcoming space.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Choral Evensong in the College Chapel. A service to mark the beginning of the academic year, followed by drinks in the Beckington Room. All members of the College are welcome.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunday Formal Hall. Sunday of 1st Week is the first official day of term and the official start of formal dinners. In order to attend this (and all formal dinners in Hall), you must book your place online at https://lincservedmz.linc.ox.ac.uk/Portal/default.aspx. Places tend to fill up fast, so make sure to book early to avoid disappointment. Menus are released on a weekly basis. Keep an eye on the weekly emails from MCR Secretary Lauren to know when its been released. You are required to wear your academic gown.
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Matriculation
The 2025 Matriculation Ceremony will take place at 2:30pm in the Sheldonian Theatre on Broad Street on Saturday 18 October. Preparations will begin in the Langford Room at 1:15pm.
It is absolutely imperative that all Graduate Freshers, including Foreign Service Programme and PGCE students, attend this ceremony. The exceptions are certain visiting students, and students who have attended Oxford before and who have already matriculated. If you are uncertain about whether you should attend, please ask the College Office.
If you do not attend this ceremony, you will not be permitted to reside as a student of the University and thereby study for your degree, or enjoy any of the privileges or benefits afforded by the University.
It is essential that you wear academic dress (i.e. sub fusc clothing under mortar board or cap and gown). You need to wear (1) dark suit with dark socks, or dark skirt with black tights or stockings, or dark trousers with dark socks (2) Black
shoes, (3) Plain white collared shirt or blouse, (4) white bow tie, or black bow tie, or black full-length tie, or black ribbon.
For matriculation, sub fusc is completed by your gown and a mortarboard (which you only wear at graduation, but ought
to carry it during matriculation) or cap (which you can wear for matriculation).
CANDIDATES WHO ARE NOT DRESSED IN THE PROPER MANNER WILL BE TURNED AWAY BY THE UNIVERSITY OFFICIALS.
A full schedule will be communicated to you soon.
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It is absolutely imperative that all Graduate Freshers, including Foreign Service Programme and PGCE students, attend this ceremony. The exceptions are certain visiting students, and students who have attended Oxford before and who have already matriculated. If you are uncertain about whether you should attend, please ask the College Office.
If you do not attend this ceremony, you will not be permitted to reside as a student of the University and thereby study for your degree, or enjoy any of the privileges or benefits afforded by the University.
It is essential that you wear academic dress (i.e. sub fusc clothing under mortar board or cap and gown). You need to wear (1) dark suit with dark socks, or dark skirt with black tights or stockings, or dark trousers with dark socks (2) Black
shoes, (3) Plain white collared shirt or blouse, (4) white bow tie, or black bow tie, or black full-length tie, or black ribbon.
For matriculation, sub fusc is completed by your gown and a mortarboard (which you only wear at graduation, but ought
to carry it during matriculation) or cap (which you can wear for matriculation).
CANDIDATES WHO ARE NOT DRESSED IN THE PROPER MANNER WILL BE TURNED AWAY BY THE UNIVERSITY OFFICIALS.
A full schedule will be communicated to you soon.
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