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All members of the University staff are members of a college and are known as “senior members”. In addition to this, the College have a small number of staff working within the college to look after members’ needs.

The Principle of Cartmel

Jayne Corless

My full time post is as a Project Manager within ISS. As Principal of the College, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Cartmel College. The College aims to provide you with a supportive environment for your studies and a place where you can meet people and socialise. The social centre of the College is based at Barkers’ House Farm containing a food court, a bar, study areas and the Junior Common Room. Cartmel College has an excellent JCR Exec and College Officer’s who are second to none in a College system which has many excellent officers. My job as Principal is to try to give direction and, of course, take responsibility for the welfare of the College and its members.

Contact
Email: j.corless@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone: 10107

The Vice Principal of Cartmel

Colin Rogers

Colin Rogers is Professor of Social Psychology of Education in the Department of Educational Research. He has been a long-time member of Cartmel College and served as Principal a few years ago. As Vice Principal, he takes part in the work of the College Council and is on hand to assist the Principal as and when necessary.

Contact
Email: c.rogers@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone: 92874

The Dean

Phil Benachour

Hi there, I am Phil and I work in infolab21 in Communications and Media Technology. I like sports and enjoy playing football and running.

I have previously held the post of Praelector and Assistant Dean at the College. I am currently the College Dean, and along with James Stone, Tom Webb and Mark McGlashan -who are the current Assistant Deans- We are responsible for upholding the discipline of the College.

I look forward to meeting you at the college social events throughout the year. See you soon.

Contact
Email: p.benachour@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone: 10387

Assistant Deans

The Assistant Deans are former undergraduate students, who assist the Dean in dealing with discipline on a day-to-day basis.

Mark McGlashan

Hello! I graduated from Lancaster with a BA (Hons) in English Language in 2009 and will be studying for an MA in English Language over the coming year. I look forward to meeting you all and am always happy to chat to students who have any problems or even just questions about life at Lancaster.

James Stone

Hi! I am one portion of your new look Assistant Dean team and also a newbie to Cartmel College! I like long walks on the beach and being a student at Lancaster. I finished my undergraduate degree last year in Psychology and I am now a Masters student. When not hard at work I can usually be found doing the important things in life – in the bar playing pool or darts. I am looking forward to meeting you all!

Tom Webb

Hey! I graduated from Lancaster with an LLB (Hons) in 2009 and I’m now starting a PhD in Public Law. I will probably see most of you during Freshers’ Week and the other college events. I will be around Cartmel most of the time for a chat about anything. When I’m not busy working I can probably be found either watching a film or attempting to convince people I am not appallingly bad at pool.

College Residence Officer

Edwina Greenfield

I’m Edwina Greenfield and my job is to deal with any residential problems which you may have. We have a large number of bed/study rooms in Cartmel College and so, if for any reason, you are not happy in the room or area where you have been allocated to, please do not hesitate to contact me as soon as possible and I will endeavour to sort something out for you. If you have any queries regarding your residence or if you need someone to chat to, do not hesitate to come and see me in the College Office during normal office hours.

Contact
Email: e.greenfield@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone: 92455

Senior Tutor

Christine Quinn

The Senior Tutor works within Student Services, and is responsible for co-ordinating the College tutorial system. She recruits and oversees the work of the tutors and generally ensures that the College pastoral and welfare provision operates as it should.

Contact
Email: c.quinn@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone: 92109

Bar Licensee

Jason Khan

The duties of the Licensee are to ensure the efficient running of the College Bar and to uphold current licensing acts. He runs the college bar on a day-to-day basis, and is also in charge of hiring assistant bar staff. After nearly 30 years at the University, Jason is well tuned to student’s needs, so if ever you are in need of a chat then Jase is always a stones throw away.

Contact
Email: j.khan@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone: 92340

College Administrator

Cath Gorton

I’m Cath Gorton and my main role is to ensure the smooth running of the College and provide administrative support to the College Principal, College Officers and JCR Exec.

Any problems you may encounter from being homesick to financial difficulties then I’ll be your first port of call and am always willing to offer soothing words and a cup of tea!  If I can’t help you then I’ll certainly be able to point you in the right direction, there is always help at hand in the College or wider University and be assured that all conversations are confidential.

Settling into a new environment can be a daunting experience but you’re not on your own, we are here to make sure that you have the best experience possible and enjoy every minute of your time at University.

My Office is A22 between the JCR Office and the Porters’ Lodge.  You’re more than welcome to drop in at any time with any query.

Contact
Email: c.gorton@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone: 92431

The College Porters

Jonathan, Paul, Stewart and Tim’s duties are numerous. Many of them are mundane but essential to the running of the College. Amongst other things, they sort the mail, attend fire alarms, patrol the University campus, and look after all the keys. The porters operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and can normally be found in the Porters Lodge. If they are out carrying out their various duties, there is a phone nearby which you can use if your issue is urgent. The porters are here to make your life in Cartmel as easy as possible. If the porter cannot answer your query, he should know someone who can.

Contact
Email: cartmelporters@exchange.lancs.ac.uk
Phone: 92304