Welcome to Rutherford
Located in the heart of the Student Village. With 17 unique blocks and a vibrant student community, our hall offers a welcoming space where friendships grow and memories are made. Named after renowned physicist Ernest Rutherford, this hall is more than just a place to stay – it's where you belong.
Winter Committee Elections 2026
Elections will be run online via Microsoft Forms to nominate and vote for positions.
- Nominations: Closed.
- Campaigning: Closed.
- Voting: 6th November to 8th November
- Results: 9th November
Read candidates manifestos below and vote using this form:
Upcoming Plans
We hope you enjoyed the first two weeks of Welcome. We would love to hear how you found your Welcome Experience.
Look out on your hall’s social media for information on these upcoming events:
- (October/November) Winter Elections – Nominate yourself/ vote for upcoming hall committee
- (7th December) Winter Ball – Formal social including a meal and transport. Tickets available to purchase.
- (January/ February) Refreshers – Bringing back the favourite events of Welcome between semester break.
- (February/March) Spring Elections - Nominate yourself/ vote for upcoming hall committee
- (April/May) Hall Day – Outdoor fun-filled day with inflatables, games and food.
- (May/June) Summer Ball – Formal social including a meal and transport.
- IMS events and other themed activities will also be available throughout the year.
All Rutherford social media channels are student-led through the hall's committee.
New residents will receive a communication from the university about official chat groups. Be cautious regarding any groups not endorsed directly by your Halls of Residence.
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Getting settled in
