Meet the Schools and Colleges Liasion Team

Liam standing in front of the London skyline

Liam Dowson
Head of Schools and Colleges Engagement

Liam has been working in university outreach roles for over 12 years and is passionate about sharing the power and value of higher education to young people. Liam is proud to showcase the University to more students through leading the Schools and Colleges Liaison team.

Email
l.dowson@derby.ac.uk
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Alex Baugh
Schools and Colleges Academic Engagement Lead

Alex has a focus on working with our academic teams and he has a vast knowledge of UCAS and recruitment exhibitions. Alex studied at the University of Derby and holds a BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science, MRes in Sport and Exercise and PGCE in Post-14 Education.

Email
a.baugh@derby.ac.uk
Dan looking at a computer smiling

Dan Mitchell
Schools and Colleges Regional Lead Lincolnshire and Yorkshire

Dan’s role involves attending recruitment exhibitions, careers fairs and IAG talks. He has spent the last nine years working in the field of Education, from Primary to Further Education as a teacher. Dan holds a BA (Hons) in Criminology and a PGCE Post 14 from UCL.

Email
D.Mitchell@derby.ac.uk
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Chloe Andrews
Schools and Colleges Regional Lead West Midlands

Chloe has been a member of the team for the past two years and regularly attends careers fairs and recruitment exhibitions. She is also responsible for organising the Teacher and Adviser Conference. Chloe holds a BSc (Hons) in Applied Criminology from the University of Derby.

Email
C.Andrews@derby.ac.uk
Heather standing next to a Derby uni banner

Heather Parr
Schools and Colleges Regional Lead Staffordshire and Northwest

With a focus on fostering relationships with educational institutions in the Staffordshire and Northwest region, Heather plays a pivotal role in showcasing the University of Derby by attending exhibitions, careers fairs, and delivering Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) talks

Email
h.parr@derby.ac.uk
Will standing at a HE fair

Will Watson
Schools and Colleges Regional Lead East Midlands

Will is the regional lead for the East Midlands, with the responsibility of building up relationships and working with local sixth forms and colleges. Having previously worked within a large FE College for many years, Will also heads up the Student Ambassador Scheme within the university.

Email
w.watson@derby.ac.uk
Staff profile of Wisia

Wisia Rossi
Schools and Colleges Regional Lead London and South East

With a focus on digital resource creation, she showcases and highlights digital resources to teachers and advisers. Wisia's role involves attending recruitment exhibitions, careers fairs, and IAG talks. Wisia holds a BSc (Hons) in Forensic Science from the University of Derby.

Email
v.rossi@derby.ac.uk
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Anne Gallacher
Schools & Colleges Regional Assistant

Alongside university outreach events, Anne plays a key role in the delivery of our Teacher Newsletter and in supporting the development of our Student Ambassadors. She has a degree in English Literature with Art History and is dedicated to helping people make informed choices about their future.

Email
a.gallacher@derby.ac.uk
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Dominic White
Schools & Colleges Regional Assistant

With a focus on delivery and a passion for enabling access to education, Dominic's role involves attending and delivering at events like Recruitment Exhibitions, careers fairs and student open days. Dominic holds a BA (Hons) in History from the University of Derby and currently studying a masters.

Email
d.white4@derby.ac.uk