Dr Nick Mayhew-Smith

Head of College
Office: G14

The Head of the College oversees the development of the College from a strategic level and takes part in formal events and happenings throughout the year. Nick also oversees any disputes and disciplinary action that takes place within the college grounds. If you'd like to meet with Nick then please contact the college office to arrange an appointment.

Steven Taggart

Student Leadership Manager
Phone: 020 8392 3511
Office: G13

As theStudent Leadership Managerhereat Whitelands College,Steveworkswith all the Whitelands team tohelp coordinate the work of theCollege andlogistics of its runningday-to-day, alongside organisingspecial events.Healso manages the Whitelands ResidentialCommunity Leaders (RCLS) & College Community Leaders(CCLS) to ensure everyone is happy in their flats and as amember of the college. Steve will often be your first point of contactif you need help with anything relating to the college. If youare not sure who to ask, then pleaseget in contact withhimandhe will be able to point you in the right direction. 

Oli Ottoway

Student Wellbeing Officer
Office: G12

Dr Daniel Eshun

Phone: 020 8392 3516
Office: Chaplaincy Office

Daniel is Whitelands local chaplain who is there to support you with any faith related needs you might have. He comes from the Church of England himself, but is happy to discuss all faiths and beliefs with anyone, and he can also easily put you in contact with one of the many other chaplains that Roehampton has across campus. Drop him an email below if you'd like to make an appointment to see him, or find him the College Chaplaincy. 

Sabiha Iqbal

Muslim Chaplain
Phone: 020 8392 3185

Sabiha is the Muslim Chaplain to Whitelands College, and the wider university. She is based in Southlands College (LS002) but regularly frequents all the Chaplaincy spaces and Prayer rooms across campus; including G042, the Islamic Prayer Room at Whitelands College.

The university has a multi-faith Chaplaincy team, who work closely together to provide a safe and welcoming experience for all students and staff. The Roehampton Chaplaincy team is here for those of faith and none, whatever college you are part of and whether you live on-campus or commute in.

Sabiha organises activities and events for all members of the university, as well as specifically for Muslims. Past activities have included; The Coexist Café (a time for student to gather over a hot drink and learn a skill, or just chillax!), the International Food Bazaar, an Eid Special Community Lunch, talks on Ramadan and Fasting (with top tips about how to balance commitments to academic work and Ramadan), Women’s Only Workouts (including yoga and badminton), and much, much more!

Gemma Bentley

Whitelands Archivist 
Phone: 020 8392 8117
Office: G13

Gemma is our college archivist and works to ensure our history archives and records are kept safe. She is part of the Library Services team, and has been working as the Whitelands College archivist since 2014. The collections are fascinating and open to explore. Contact Gemma to make an appointment or drop by to chat on Mondays.

Shai Danmole-Ellis

Senior College Warden
Phone: 020 8392 7297

My role as Senior College Warden is to encourage positive behaviour and responsible citizenship on campus. I work closely with your Flat Reps to make sure people are living together well in College accommodation- looking out for each other and following the rules. I also work closely with your core College team on any wider behavioural and community issues. Please do contact me if you have any concerns about behaviour on campus, either in a flat or elsewhere. I also work closely alongside your core College team on disciplinary and wellbeing issues, to ensure everyone has the best experience possible of University. My team of College Wardens are available overnight and on weekends to respond to emergencies. You can contact the Wardens by calling Security on ext. 3333 using an internal phone or call directly on 020 8392 3333. Download the Roe Wellbeing App and you can use that to call Security for a College Warden as well!

Olivia Ogunbunmi

Senior College Warden
Phone: 020 8392 7297

Our roles as Senior College Wardens are to encourage positive behaviour and responsible citizenship on campus. We work closely with your Residential Community Leaders (RCLs) to make sure people are living together well in college accommodation – looking out for each other and following the rules. You are welcome to visit us if you have any concerns about behaviour on campus, either in a flat or elsewhere. We also work alongside others on serious disciplinary and wellbeing cases, to ensure everyone has the best experience of university.

Karolina Stawicka

College Warden
Phone: Security +44 (0) 20 8392 3333

YourCollege Warden workstogether with student leadersand others in the team to makesure students on campus aresafe, looked after, getting alongwell togetherand following thestudent code of conduct. YourWarden provides pastoral caretosupport the Wellbeing andSecurity teams where needed, outside of office hours. Itis also their role to help ensure the college communitylife is safe,supportive andnurturing. Together with thecollege team the Warden will help build a community andencourage responsible citizenship, informed by the valuesof the college. 

Hanna Baxter

May Monarch

Hey you,I’m Hanna! As this year’selected May Queen,you’ll see mearound campus organisingeventsand raising money for my chosencharity – Dose of Nature. I lovebringing people together so,if youspot me around campus, pleasesay hi or message me via Instagram: @whitelands_may_monarch to find out about the next event. 

Abbigail Parkin

Student President

Hi there, I am Abbigail (Whitelands College President). I am a friendly face around Whitelands, Psychology and This Girl Can. Iam always up for a chat or fun time. I will always try my best to support Whitelands students. Make sure to follow my Instagram - @whitelands_president_abbigail to keep updated on anything Whitelands related. 

Keira Williams

Deputy College President  

Hey, welcome back to Whitelands!Whether you are a new orcontinuing student,I’m excitedtorepresent you! If you see mearound, feel free to come and havea chat. I aim to be a friendly faceon campus for everyone. This isgoing to be an exciting year, so feel free to follow along onInstagram@whitelandsvicepresidentkeirafor updates andevents throughout the year.Remember to stay focused, staydetermined, always be kind, give yourself grace, small stepsevery day – this year’s yours to flourish.