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Contents 1 Name 2 Location 3 Accommodation 4 Social Spaces 4.1 Gardens 4.2 Dining/Hall 4.3 Bar 4.4 JCR 5 Library and Computing 5.1 Library 5.2 Computer Suite 5.3 Room Connection 6 Welfare 7 Atmosphere 8 Facilities 9 Student-eye view

Name

The college is officially called “The College of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Saint John the Evangelist and the glorious Virgin Saint Radegund, near Cambridge; commonly called Jesus”. For obvious reasons it is very rarely called by its official name.

Location

Jesus College is a fairly central college, though slightly off the tourist trail, giving you both the benefit of being right by the city centre without being constantly invaded by tourists as tends to happen in other central colleges. Because of its location the college also benefits from having a majority of its sports facilities onsite, and most conveniently located for the boat houses which are about 8 minutes by foot, or 5 by bike.

Accommodation

All accommodation is provided either on site or in college owned houses on Jesus Lane and Malcolm Street. First years live in Chapel Court, or the more modern North Court and Library Court, both of which are fully en-suite. The college has some of the more expensive accommodation in Cambridge but it is good value, however the lack of cheap accommodation has been criticised by some students. Most recently the JCSU (Jesus College Students Union) became the first college to secure a rent reduction in the coming academic year (2007/8) creating some 100 in the lowest category of room costing around £500 a term. Almost all accommodation is provided for 10 weeks a term, although some first years have a slightly shorter tenancy. The clear benefit of this is that you don't have to pay rent for the whole year, but you do have to pack up your room each term if you live in college and possibly in the houses. The College provides secure storage for all students outside of term. If you want to stay in the holidays you may have to move to another room, pay extra rent, and put up with hundreds of American students/European executives running around.

Social Spaces

The Marshall Room is where the daily papers can be found and also your pigeon hole. There are vending machines, a computer which can be used to check e-mails and a TV in the back room, where many congregate for that student staple - Neighbours.

Gardens

There are two gardens which students will rarely enter, but in the summer undergraduates are allowed on most of the grass courts, as well as the Orchard, which we are allowed on all year round. This has clear benefits for revising outside in Easter term, amidst the beautiful sun-bathed surroundings and the relative peace of the college. There is also a nature trail through the wooded boarders of the college.

Dining/Hall

Food at Jesus is very good, kitchens however are variable. In houses there are fridges, freezers and ovens but in college this is unlikely, with microwaves and one hob provided. Most sets come with their own kitchen (small and usually referred to as a Gyp room) with a fridge and hob but you will have to purchase other kitchen assets. Formal hall food is normally very good and is cheap for students (£4.30) and £5.30 for guests. You can bring your own wine and are served a three course meal. No corkage is charged. In a recent review of College formal Halls Jesus was ranked 3rd overall based on price, food and atmosphere. Gowns and smart clothes are required. Note: Do not annoy the Butler.

Bar

Our barman, Steve, is a bit of a legend in Cambridge and serves up some awesome offers. There are a range of lagers available and always a guest ale along with Jesuan, the college's very own ale. There is an extremely popular Cocktail night and various other cheap deals, varying from term to term. Details can be found on his part of the JCSU website. The bar is modern and non smoking, another room upstairs holds various events such as acoustic nights. There is also the forum space for larger events, which are normally held three times a term.

JCR

Jesus is slightly more politically active than other colleges, as shown by its recent high turnout in both the JCSU (the name of the JCR) and CUSU elections. The JCSU is very prominent and is based on welfare as opposed to political needs. The college certainly does not have a political leaning with almost all political oppinions being represented. Students feel comfortably entering into friendly, lively debate on a wide range of issues.

Library and Computing

Library

The Quincentenary Library was opened in 1995 to celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the college. It has a large range of Part 1 books, and books can always be ordered in, often being made available in the library in a matter of days. There is plenty of work space available, and the large amounts of natural light and the helpful librarians make it a pleasant place to work. The Library is open 24 hours a day.

Computer Suite

The Kwok room is located in the Library and has a large number of computers, meaning there is never a queue. Printing is 4p a sheet or 5p for double sided printing, and the Kwok room is open 24 hours a day.

Room Connection

An extremely fast broadband connection is included in the termly rent, at a cost of £26.

Welfare

There are a wide range of people to talk to, including tutorial advisers, peer supporters and the JCSU Welfare Committee to name just a few. All of these are widely advertised and extremely approachable people.

There is also a strong chapel community in Jesus. Our Chaplain is very popular and as well as being a tutorial advisor, hosts a number of 'welfare' events throughout the year including "friday night potentially improving films" with such classics as 'The Lady Killers'. Both the Chapel and the Chaplain are highly valued and utilised by Christians and non-Christians alike.

Atmosphere

Jesus is a very laid back college. Because of the fact that all of the students (both Under- and Post-Graduates) live in close proximity, the college has a great sense of community, in which all feel welcomed and accepted. The college is also particularly strong in sport.

Jesuans are a particularly loyal bunch (in a friendly way of course). Support for college sports and activities is etremely strong. Almost everyone owns the college scarf - although this probably has more to do with the our 'highly fashionable' red and black colours.

Facilities

The college has sports fields on site and is the closet of all the colleges to its boat house. Many college teams are very strong including Rugby, Hockey, Rowing and Frisbee and there are opportunities for all to get involved with sport, regardless of their ability. Also available are a snooker room, a music room, squash courts and various other facilities.

Student-eye view

Jesus College is an absolutely wonderful place to live and study. The college is warm and inviting and, because of this, most of us consider it to be the best college in Cambridge. It is generally well regarded among other students in the University - coming within the top 3 for the 'colleges I would like to go to other than my own' poll.

Charlse I said of Cambridge that he would wish to pray at King's, eat at Trinity but live and study at Jesus - this comment conveys the relaxed atmosphere of the college and its surroundings.