Meet the Exec

MCR Executive Committee 2023-2024


President: Dan Scobbie, He/Him

Physics PhD, 2nd year

“Hi I’m Dan, this year’s MCR president! It’s my job to make sure the MCR is active and running smoothly, and to represent trevs postgrads at college and university level. When I’m not doing that I enjoy music, including playing my saxophone, and an occasional pub quiz!”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

The fact that you’ll always see a friendly face whenever you go there! (And obviously the mcr!)

Dan’s role is to represent you in college and in the University, lead the MCR Exec and try and make sure everyone gets the most they can from their college experience, and also be a point contact for any questions.

 

Vice President: Cyrus Edgcombe, He/Him

MSc Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology

“Hi! I'm Cyrus, an archaeologist focusing on forensic analysis of human remains. I've been at Trevs for four years now and love it to pieces, so if anyone needs anything I'll always do my best to help out! I'm easily identified from my constant enthusiasm and deep love of shorts”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

The relaxed, welcoming atmosphere of the college

Cyrus’s key role is to organise academic events within the college such as the termly research talks, or the annual ‘Research Prize’.

Social Secretary: David James, He/Him

MPhys Theoretical Physics

“Hi everyone! I'm David, the MCR Social Sec. I'm in my final year of an integrated Masters in Theoretical Physics, researching how we can use machine learning in the hunt for neutrinos. Outside my degree I love listening to and chatting about music, as well as running and reading.”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

It's gotta be the wonderful postgrad community we have in Trevs, but the proximity to the Physics department is pretty great for me too!

David is the Social Secretary and organises social events and trips for the whole MCR throughout the year, and also takes on board suggestions from members for activities and trip ideas.

 

Chair: Loretta Bushell, She/Her

MA Translation Studies

“Hi everyone, I’m Loretta and I’m the MCR chair for this year. I’m studying translation with a specific focus on German. My hobbies are Irish dancing and board games.”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

How friendly and inclusive the college is!

Loretta is the MCR Chair and has the responsibility of organising MCR Executive Committee meetings, as well as supervising elections within the MCR.

Treasurer: Binkai Yuan, He/Him

MSc Accounting & Finance

“Hiya! My name is Binkai Yuan, also known as BK. I’m a beanie master/bunny tracer/bodybuilder + Kant & Kierkegaard reader, etc. That’s the reason for being BK (admit a little cheat on K)”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

Wake up at 9:50 every day and still savour a nourishing meal!

Binkai is the Treasurer and his key responsibilities include Managing the MCR’s finances, buying new things for the MCR and reimbursing other people’s purchases – let them know if you have any ideas for stuff we should get.

 

Welfare Representative: Isabel Plummer, She/Her

MA Climate risk

“Hi! I'm Izzy, in my fourth year at Durham, studying an MA in Climate Risk! I really enjoy hill walking so if you need any information about this society let me know. I also am welfare rep, so feel free to come along on a Monday evening !! 🐛🐠🌸”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

The community and the formals!

Welfare Representative: Aakash Mohan, He/Him

MSc Finance (Finance and Investment)

“Hey everyone, I’m Aakash, apparently, I use punctuation, more times than deemed necessary!!”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

The sense of community that its people are able to create.

Izzy and Aakash are the MCR welfare officers, and he offers welfare services to the MCR: running welfare drop-in chat sessions, mental wellbeing services, as well as being a peaceful presence in the MCR.

 

Secretary: Xinyi Zeng, She/Her

MSc Accounting

“Hey guys! My name is Xinyi, and I also go by Sandra. Now I'm studying MSc Accounting. In my spare time, I like to travel and explore different places. If you are also interested in exploring the city, we could always hang out together:)”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

A wonderful small community surrounded by lovely and amazing people!

Sandra is the MCR Secretary, and her key responsibilities include the upkeep of the MCR Website, the release of the weekly MCR Newsletter, and minute-taking for MCR Exec meetings.

 

International Officer: Saidakshesh, He/Him

MSc Finance and Investment

“Hey there, My name is Saidakshesh, you can call me Dakku. I may not be a superhero, but I can still trip over absolutely nothing.”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

The warmth of the people and ofc the hexagons

Dakku is the international representative, represents the interests of and provides support to our international members, who also organise international events throughout the year.

 

Associate Member Representative: Marcel Grabowski, He/Him

BSc Psychology

“Hey guys! I’m Marcel, I am in my fourth year doing a degree in Psychology. I take care of anyone who is an associate member at the MCR! In my free time, I enjoy cooking, reading, and going to the gym! I also love nights out! 🥂🍻🥂🍻”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

My favourite thing about Trevs is the community feel and all the kind faces that make it a wonderful college!! 🥰

Marcel represents the interests of our associate members, who ensure our activities are effectively communicated to associate members include Trevelyan undergraduates in their 4th year of study.

Music Representative: Katie Vishwanath, She/Her

Music PhD

“Hi everyone! My name is Katie Vishwanath and I am the MCR’s music rep for this year. I love to play and listen to music and I hope we can all enjoy some great times together!”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

I love that Trevs has such a great community and so many opportunities to play and get involved in music!

Katie and Janathan are MCR Music Representatives, and their key roles are to organise the Music Prize, a competition for soloists in Epiphany term, and arrange music for MCR events to keep things extra classy!

 

Music Representative: Janathan Karunakaran

MSc Economics and Finance

“Hi guys! I’m Jan - One of the MCR Music Reps for this year. When I’m not delving deep into statistics and financial theories, you can often find me playing drums, guitar or any instrument I can get hold of! I love talking about music of all genres and ages, and I’m a bit of a neek for avant-garde jazz and modern fusion music, so if you fancy a jam or have a new suggestion for something musically fun, hit me up!”

Q. Favourite thing about Trevs:

The tight-knit community, The exceptional arts facilities available for students as well as an abundance of opportunities to get involved in the music scene.


Each year, MCR members elect an executive team to lead us in shared experiences that forge relationships and equip members with opportunities for growth that strengthens our community.

New members have an opportunity to run for a position of interest during the beginning of Michaelmas term (Winter semester from September-December).

If you are interested, please email us at trevelyan.mcr@durham.ac.uk for more information.