Here is the current Walking Club committee. Beneath each description you will find a link to that position’s Terms of Reference – a detailed description of the responsibilities involved.
If you would like to stand for Committee, or if you would like to know more about what’s involved, please contact secretary@ouwc.org.
For any website/mailing list related enquiries, please contact webmaster@ouwc.org.
![]() | PresidentMatthew Bone Matthew walks to balance out all the time he sits at a computer for his degree. He’s spent years exploring the flat coastline of Michigan, the somewhat less flat Rocky Mountains, and now is trying to walk farther than ever before, through the sheep fields of the UK. E-mail: president@ouwc.org The president is in charge of the Club, and is responsible for planning the term’s activities, overseeing any issues that arise, and chairing meetings. President’s Terms of Reference |
SecretaryMaryam Altaf E-mail: secretary@ouwc.org The secretary takes minutes at committee meetings, oversees the minibus bookings, and is responsible for the Club’s administration. Please contact the secretary if you would like to stand for committee or drive a minibus for a trip. Secretary’s Terms of Reference | |
TreasurerEleanor E-mail: treasurer@ouwc.org The treasurer keeps record of payments made to and by the club. Please contact the treasurer if you would like to become a full member and/or have any payment related issues for our multi-day trips. Treasurer’s Terms of Reference (From 2008 – please contact the Treasurer for the current copy) | |
Trip and Safety Co-ordinatorIsabel Creed E-mail: trip.safety@ouwc.org The Trip and Safety Co-ordinator’s job is to co-ordinate the running of Club Trips: queries should be addressed either to the Trip and Safety Coordinator or the Trip Organiser. The Trip and Safety Co-oordinator also oversees safety issues such as the Trip Leader Safety Document and the Risk Assessments. Contact the Trip and Safety Coordinator if you would like to organise or lead a trip. Trip and Safety Co-ordinator’s Terms of Reference | |
![]() | Alumni and Social SecretaryUyen Le E-mail: social@ouwc.org The alumni secretary runs our Alumni scheme, keeping in touch with former club members. Alumni Secretary’s Terms of Reference |
Akshay ![]() Tom | ArchivistTom Heath Tom is a keen walker of any distance from 1- 100 miles. He is a former Geography student that loves maps and the countryside around Oxfordshire. He enjoys exploring cool places, enjoying beautiful views, and visiting country pubs. E-mail: archivist@ouwc.org The archivist co-ordinates the term’s local walks and at the end of the term, plans next term’s local walks. The archivist is also in charge of the Club’s large collection of maps and guidebooks. Contact the archivist if you would like to borrow any of these or if you would like to lead a local walk. Archivist’s Terms of Reference |
![]() | Membership SecretaryWanning Wang Hi! I’m Wanning, I enjoy the outdoors and exploring new places. I like to befriend animals on walks, with varying levels of success. E-mail: membership@ouwc.org Contact the Membership Secretary if you would like to join the Club, attend multi-day trips, or if your membership needs renewing. Membership Secretary’s Terms of Reference |
QuartermasterAndy Bowery E-mail: quartermaster@ouwc.org The quartermasters are in charge of the club’s equipment, preparing equipment for club trips and loaning equipment to members. Quartermaster’s Terms of Reference | |
![]() | Training officerHuan Yang E-mail: training@ouwc.org The Training Officer’s job is to co-ordinate the leader training programme and the First Aid training programme. Training Officer’s Terms of Reference |
IT Officer/ WebmasterParth Patel E-mail: it.officer@ouwc.org The webmaster is in charge of the design and content of this website. Contact the webmaster if you have any suggestions about the website or to report any broken links or pages. The IT Officer is in charge of liaising with the University and OUCS about all aspects of the Club’s IT activities that are regulated by the University, including the Club’s Mailing Lists. Contact the IT officer if you’re having trouble with the mailing lists. Webmaster’s Terms of Reference IT Officer’s Terms of Reference | |
![]() | Senior MemberJaya John John, Physics Inspired by the beauty and variety of the UK’s mountain and coastal scenery, Jaya John is keen on hillwalking and outdoor photography. Like a few others on committee, he particularly looks forward to the immersion of days and nights in the mountains on longer backpacking trips. E-mail: senior@ouwc.org Jaya John is the Club’s elected Senior Member. |
Last updated on 28/08/2023