People
Sherry Currington (Vice-Principal and Dean)
The Vice-Principal deputises for the Principal in their absence. As Vice-Principal, Sherry deals with Welcome Week Reps and Welcome Week.
The Dean is the senior disciplinary officer of the College and investigates alleged breaches of university or college rules. The Dean is assisted by our Assistant Deans, who are all postgraduate students who live alongside you in the College.
+44 (0)1524 593799
Julie Shorrock (College Manager)
My office is next door to the Accommodation Manager. My door is always open (generally during office hours) to students who wish to discuss problems – whether academic or personal or just want to pop in for a chat or say ‘hello’. If you are feeling homesick, having problems with flatmates just pop in to see me or email me and I will do my best to alleviate this and find the best way forward; I am always willing to offer a soothing word and sometimes this is all that is required. If I can’t sort things out I’m sure I’ll find someone who can but be assured your problems will seem lighter after talking them over – all conversations are confidential.
+44 (0)1524 592296
Louise Lawless (Accommodation Manager)
The Accommodation Manager is responsible for all residential matters in the College.
+44 (0)1524 594970
Benjamin Shepherd (Senior Advisor)
The Senior Advisor has a general responsibility for student welfare and is also in charge of the College Advisory team (CAT).
+44 (0)1524 592358
lonsdalewelfare@lancaster.ac.uk
In Benjamin's substantive role in the University he is the Student Programmes Officer for the Physics and Chemistry Departments. Benjamin is a keen gardener, Poultry Club of Great Britain judge and has recently taught himself to crochet.
Catherine Gregory (College Wellbeing Officer)
Each college has a Wellbeing Officer who can provide guidance on welfare and psychological issues to help you during your time at Lancaster University.
Assistant Deans
The Assistant Deans support the Dean in matters of College discipline. Your current Lonsdale Assistant Deans are:
- Emma Canepa
- Anna Higgins
- Jessica Pepper
College Porters
Our College Porters are:
- Caron Beal
- Darren Muckalt
- James Rutherford
- Paul Winder
There is a member of the Porters' team available around the clock for security and support.
+44 (0) 1524 592250
lonsdale.porters@lancaster.ac.uk
If they are not in the lodge and you need assistance, telephone Security:
+44 (0) 1524 594541
Ella Taylor (International Student and Events Coordinator)
As International Student and Events Coordinator Ella's main area of responsibility within the Welfare Team is for our International Students.
Ella coordinates the Buddy Scheme each year and organises events that celebrate the college's diverse student population. Ella also acts as Deputy Advisor for the wider college welfare team.
Elle Zientek (Advisor)
Elle graduated from Lancaster in 2018 having studied Linguistics and English Language. She now works at the University as a Student Recruitment Officer in the Recruitment and Admissions department. Elle has a wealth of knowledge about settling into university and life at Lancaster, from her job and her time here as a student. She has an interest in mindfulness and is always up for a chat over a brew (of Yorkshire tea!).
Tom Morley (Advisor)
Tom graduated from Lancaster in 2018 and currently works in the Library as their Open Research Officer. He's a long suffering Bolton Wanderers fan and his hobbies include hiking, photography and playing football.
Emily Reece (Advisor)
Emily works in the Recruitment and Admissions department as their Event Support Manager. She has two teenage daughters, love dogs and likes to cold water swim; and occasionally likes to run.
Lucy Blackburn (Advisor)
Lucy works in the Recruitment and Admissions department as a Studnet Recruitment Events Officer. She is a mum of two football mad boys and loves to cook!
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Liz Cogan (Advisor)
Liz is part of the administrative support for the University Maintenance Team. In her spare time, she is learning Itallian and likes to visit Italy when possible. She is a keen dancer and part of a local performance dance group.
Richard Cupit (Advisor)
Richard works in the School of Computing and Communications as a Recruitment and Conversion Co-ordinator. His interests include cricket and rugby and he’s also a fan of the outdoors and loves to travel.
Alison Currie (Advisor)
Alison works in the Undergraduate Office in LUMS as their Programmes Officer. She is a mum of two, loves to travel and is a keen baker.