Student Affairs Staff

I started at Richmond in January 2001, but have been involved in international education since 1993. I have taught English overseas and have also coordinated housing for international students and teacher training for English language teachers in the US.I earned my undergraduate degree in Comparative Literature from Colorado College in 1992, my MA in Foreign Language Education at the University of Texas in 1993 and my EdD from University College London, Institute of Education in 2020. At Richmond, I oversee all of the out-of-the-classroom student experience including housing, leadership development and careers, student activities and sports, visas and immigration, scholarships, financial aid, access and inclusion and health care and counselling. My team and I aim to make your University experience the best it can possibly be, so please let us know how we can help you.

Hello, I’m Elisabeth!

I have worked a variety of different roles across higher education, including roles in orientation, residential life, wellbeing support, and communications. I’m passionate about ensuring everyone has access to support that allows them to succeed in their own way. Outside of work, I teach trumpet and other brass instruments at a local charity supporting secondary state schools.

As the Head of Student Support and Access at Richmond, I support student life from orientation through to graduation.

Hi, I’m Alice.I have worked in higher education and in charities that support individuals with specific needs or disabilities.At Richmond, I am here to support students who need a helping hand to manage their studies at the University.
I work with peer mentors, peer tutors, librarians and academics to offer individualised support

Hello, my name is Katherine Lytle and I am the UKVI Compliance Manager.  I have always been interested in travel, other languages and cultures and it was as an exchange student for a year at a university in northern Sweden that sparked my interest in a career in international higher education. I have over 15 years of experience working with student support and student visas and compliance. Having worked at Richmond since the end of 2010, in many areas of Student Affairs, I decided to focus solely on visa compliance more recently.  
I’m responsible for maintaining the University’s Sponsorship license with UK Visas and Immigration. I also update international students on their rights and responsibilities on a Student Visa. 

As the Head of Student Financial Assistance, I am responsible for all areas relating to Student Funding; Loans, Grants, Scholarships, etc.I have worked in various capacity at higher education institutions in the USA & UK. I have also had the opportunity to study in the UK, USA and Sierra Leone. These have contributed in shaping my worldview.Some of my extracurricular activities include playing tennis, and reading. As one with a deep appreciation for cultural diversity, I also enjoy travelling internationally and learning about different cultures.

Hello, I’m Ian and I am the Interim Student Accommodation & Community Support Coordinator. I worked at Richmond for 2 years in facilities before joining the student affairs team, so have a good understanding of the university environment. I have worked in student communities and accommodation for 7 years. Before this I studied an MA in History, Philosophy and Sociology. I am also a huge fan of films and sport, so feel free to come discuss some political theory, films or just to have a chat. I am a big talker and very approachable. I will be ensuring we have a positive and engaging student community, and I am here to help you feel at home in London. This involves your accommodation, student events, council tax, bank accounts etc.

Feel free to email me at [email protected] with any questions or issues you may have.