The university staff resource and coordinate the work of the Colleges and provide support to the University Council, Academic Board and their committees.
The Vice-Chancellor
Professor Peter SherlockVice-Chancellor
University CouncilHDR Supervisor, Course Advisor, Media CommentProfessor Peter Sherlock is the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Divinity. He was appointed as inaugural Vice-Chancellor in 2012, and reappointed for five year terms in 2016 and 2021. Professor Sherlock studied history at the University of…School of Graduate Research
Contact the team at the School of Graduate Research for enquiries and assistance about becoming a research student, support for current students, and HDR supervision.
Associate Professor Elizabeth BoaseDean of the School of Graduate Research
School of Graduate ResearchHDR SupervisorAssociate Professor Liz Boase is the Dean of the School of Graduate Research and a biblical scholar. She commenced in her role as the inaugural Dean of the School of Graduate Research in February 2020, having previously worked as Academic Dean at Adelaide…
Dr Suman KashyapRegistrar, School of Graduate Research
School of Graduate ResearchSuman provides a high level of administrative support to the Dean and members of the School of Graduate Research, including higher degree by research students, minor thesis students, and their supervisors. She administers the systems and processes which…School of Indigenous Studies
Professor Anne Pattel-GrayProfessor of Indigenous Studies and Head of the School of Indigenous Studies
School of Indigenous StudiesProfessor Anne Pattel-Gray was appointed Professor of Indigenous Studies and inaugural Head of the School of Indigenous Studies at the University of Divinity and commenced the role in August 2022. She is a descendant of the Bidjara / Kari Kari people of…
Reverend Dr Garry DeverellLecture in Indigenous Studies and Research Fellow
School of Indigenous StudiesHDR SupervisorGarry Deverell is Lecturer and Research Fellow in the new School of Indigenous Studies at the University of Divinity. A trawloolway man from northern lutrawita (Tasmania), Dr Deverell is the author of Gondwana Theology (Morning Star Press,…Professional Supervision Program
Dr Cathryn McKinneyLecturer in Practical Theology and Director, Professional Supervision
University of DivinityCath is the Professional Supervision Program Director at the Unviersity of Divinity. She has extensive experience as a group relations consultant where she specialises in helping people to flourish as they take up their roles. Cath graduated with…
Gregory RubleeManager – Professional Supervision Program
University of DivinityCourse AdvisorGreg is an effective educator and program manager with more than 20 years of tertiary and public service experience. He presently manages the University’s Professional Supervision Program on behalf of the Program Director, Dr Cath McKinney, including…Research Strategy
Professor Wendy MayerDean of Research Strategy
University of DivinityHDR SupervisorProfessor Mayer is internationally recognised for her research on early Christian preaching and in particular on the life and preaching of the famous late-antique Antiochene priest and Constantinopolitan bishop, John Chrysostom. She is, additionally,…
Dr Carly OsbornResearch Strategy Officer
University of DivinityDr Carly Osborn is a history of emotions scholar. She is the Research Strategy Officer at the University of Divinity, specialising in engagement and impact. Carly provides support to the Dean of Research Strategy in critical research functions, such as the…
Dr Paul DanielsResearch Administrative Officer
University of DivinityPaul Raimond Daniels is the Research Administrative Officer for Research Strategy at the University of Divinity and an Associate of the School of Historical and Philosophical Studies at the University of Melbourne. He is a member and past Convenor of the…Academic Programs
Professor Albert HaddadDean of Academic Programs
University of DivinityProfessor Albert Haddad is a Professor of Higher Education and the Dean of Academic Programs at the University. He has over 20 years experience in leadership roles in higher education, theology, and ministry and holds the degree of Doctor of Education from…
Dr Carolyn AlsenSenior Lecturer in Higher Education
University of DivinityHDR Supervisor, Course Advisor, Media CommentDr Carolyn Alsen is Senior Lecturer in Higher Education, Academic Programs, University of Divinity. In her role, Carolyn drives improvements to academic quality and student experience at the University. In order to support the Education Pillar in the…
Immanuel VyasAcademic Compliance Manager
University of DivinityImmanuel is the Academic Compliance Manager at the University of Divinity. He is responsible for the management, reporting and analysis of data to support the University’s internal and external requirements in relation to strategic planning, quality…Project Officers
Talitha FraserAdministrator of the Australian Collaborators in Feminist Theologies network
University of DivinityTalitha Fraser is the Administrator of the Australian Collaborators in Feminist Theologies network. She supports the work of the Convenor and Committee, network events and social media…
Naomi WolfeLecturer in Indigenous Studies
University of DivinityCourse AdvisorNaomi Wolfe is a trawloolway woman, and Lecturer of Indigenous Studies NAIITS: an Indigenous learning community and Whitley College. Naomi holds a Bachelor Arts and Bachelor of Teaching and is finalising a Masters of Philosophy (Research) degree at…Office of the Vice-Chancellor Staff
The Office of the Vice-Chancellor staff facilitates the University’s corporate and governance functions.
Anjali AntoniottiChief of Staff and University Secretary
Office of the Vice-ChancellorAnjali is Chief of Staff of the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and principal deputy to the Vice-Chancellor for the University’s corporate and governance functions. As Chief of Staff she manages the University’s finance, human resources, information…Finance
Jason GuFinancial Controller
Office of the Vice-ChancellorThe Financial Controller has oversight of the University’s financial operations under the direction of the Vice-Chancellor, the Finance and Audit Committee and the Council. The Financial Controller is responsible for ensuring that financial systems are…
Jelena JovanovicFinance Officer
Office of the Vice-ChancellorJelena provides accurate and efficient processing and recording of financial transactions. She works with the Financial Accountant to process transactions, prepare regulatory information and respond to queries in an accurate and timely manner. Jelena also…
Daniel MonkAssistant Accountant
Office of the Vice-ChancellorDaniel assists the finance team in administering the financial operations of the Office of the Vice-Chancellor. He is responsible for tuition fee collection, responding to student and sponsor enquiries, and the refund of student tuition fees in exceptional…Governance
Hannah HornsbyGovernance Officer
Office of the Vice-ChancellorAs Governance Officer, Hannah assists the University Secretary in providing professional and confidential governance and administrative support to the University Council, Academic Board and Standing Committees, and to the staff of the OVC. Hannah…
Maria CasseraGovernance Officer and EA to the Chief of Staff
Office of the Vice-ChancellorMaria joined the University of Divinity in late February 2022 as Governance Officer. She provides support to the Chief of Staff and University Secretary in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor for the delivery of corporate and University’s governance…Information Technology
Rohan EdmeadesInformation Technology Manager
Office of the Vice-ChancellorRohan supports the use of contemporary educational technology to deliver excellent student learning…
Tyson Lloyd ThwaitesIT Support Engineer
Office of the Vice-ChancellorTyson works as the Information Technology Support Engineer at the Office of the Vice-Chancellor. This role involves supporting the Information Technology Manager with various projects, including developing new software, creating integrations between our…
Andrew Hateley-BrowneDigital Project Officer
Office of the Vice-ChancellorAndrew reports to the Information Technology Manager, supporting the facilitation of web and digital projects to increase the profile and promotion of the University, especially among prospective students. Andrew designs, builds and maintains the…Operations
Megan NelsonOperations Manager
Office of the Vice-ChancellorMeg manages events, communications and property across the University, supporting the Vice-Chancellor in the development of community and relationships of students, staff, alumni, and external stakeholders that can generate support for the University’s…
Dr Sarah CookReception and Events Officer
Office of the Vice-ChancellorSarah joined the Office of the Vice Chancellor in December 2021 as Reception and Events Officer. She provides operational and administrative support to the Operations Manager including reception, hospitality and event services, communications, and…Student Services
Valeriya IgnatevaStudent Services Manager
Office of the Vice-ChancellorAs Student Services Manager, Valeriya is responsible for all services relating to the life cycle of a student from enquiry to graduation. She is also responsible for the management of data entry and training of staff in the use of key academic systems…
Saranya TosomranStudent Services Officer
Office of the Vice-ChancellorAs Student Services Officer, Saranya is responsible for all services relating to the life cycle of a student from admission to graduation. She is also responsible for administrative for results release process, student completion and graduation process,…
Simge YukselStudent Services Assistant
Office of the Vice-ChancellorAs Student Services Assistant, Simge works closely with the Student Services Officer and Student Services Manager. She is responsible for the administrative and operational support of the Student Services department. Simge works closely with colleges in…