I know it is a wonderful friendly place to be while you are at Oxford… but do RPC students find themselves constantly having to explain the college to everyone who asks which college they are at/applying for - does this detract from the Oxford experience both while there and in life after uni?
Yes, I do appreciate how lucky it is for anyone to go to Oxford in any capacity whatsoever and that it is mainly about the course… but I am just curious. I have spoken to a couple of people (including alumnae) who haven’t heard of it and seem dismissive, which, I’ll be honest, irritated and bothered me. Again - I do realise it isn’t just about the prestige of going to Oxford, it is about the learning, but, as I say, I am curious to know how people really feel about it. Looking forward to some staunch protectiveness from students who are/were there!