Staff and Leadership

Cromwell Staff Team

Senior Management

| Principal and CEO

The recruitment process for our next Principal and CEO is underway.

 

 

Recruiting

The recruitment process for our next Principal and CEO is underway.

| Mr Michael Crome
Acting Principal and CEO
Deputy Principal – Academics & Operations

Mr Michael Crome - Deputy Principal – Academics & Operations

Michael Crome is the Deputy Principal - Academics and Operations at Cromwell College. Since joining Cromwell in 2015, he has been dedicated to providing exceptional academic and pastoral support, helping students navigate the challenges of university life. With over 42 years in education, Michael has held various teaching and leadership roles in schools across Melbourne and Brisbane. Michael's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science (Honours) majoring in Biochemistry from La Trobe University and a Master of Education Administration from the University of New England. His career has spanned positions such as Senior Mathematics Teacher at Somerville House, Dean of the College at West Moreton Anglican College, and boarding leadership roles at Brisbane Boys' College and Caulfield Grammar School. 

Beyond his professional life, Michael and his wife Jenny reside on-site at Cromwell College, where they enjoy spending time with their three children and three grandchildren. His extensive experience and commitment to student success make him a valued leader within the Cromwell community. 

| Mr Jason March
Business Manager

Mr Jason March - Business Manager

Jason joined Cromwell College as the Business Manager in November 2015. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accountancy and Legal Studies from the University of Wollongong and has been a member of CPA Australia for 30 years. 

Jason has worked with diverse organizations, ranging from government departments to corporates before finding a home in the not-for-profit sector, providing tailored financial guidance to meet the unique needs of each.  

He has extensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, audit management, administration, facilities management and risk assessment, with a focus on ensuring financial sustainability and delivering value. 

| Ms Lindy Roos
Dean of Students

Ms Lindy Roos - Dean of Students

Lindy is a proud Cromwell alumna who brings a strong understanding of College life and student leadership, having previously served as a Residential Assistant, Academic Mentor, Vice President of the Student Association, and Board of Governors Representative. Over the past two years, she has continued her contribution to the community as a Staff Back-Up, providing after-hours pastoral care and guidance to students.

Alongside her connection to Cromwell, Lindy has developed a professional background in communications and leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Communication from The University of Queensland and has experience working in high-pressure environments that require clear judgment, effective communication, and calm decision-making.

Lindy is committed to fostering student wellbeing, inclusion, and connection, and to supporting students to thrive academically, socially, and personally during their time at Cromwell.


Department Managers

| Ms Robyn Slater
Registrar / PA to the CEO / Campus Lodge Resident Manager  

| Mrs Mathilde Dujardin
Marketing and Advancement Manager

| Mr Davin Harris
Facilities and Maintenance Manager

| Mr Jonathan Kuss
Executive Chef

| Mrs Heather Ebertson
Assistant Business Manager

| Jaxon
Chief Happiness Officer

Mr Dominic Retschlag Administration Officer / Resident Staff Support Team 
Ms Claire Moulds Resident Staff Support Team 


Catering Team
Ms Mandy Anderson Chef
Mr Nicolas Hodges Chef
Mr Rajan Neupane Chef
Ms Paulina Coultas Catering Attendant
Ms Chloe Baldock Catering Attendant
Ms Mary Gao Catering Attendant
Mr Henry Dang Catering Attendant


Housekeeping Team
Madison Cleaning Group


Facilities and Grounds Team
Mr David Forgan Groundsperson
Mr Jason Chambers Facilities and Maintenance Officer


Student Leadership Team (Appointed by Principal)

Residential Assistants

| Nate Crosisca
Bottom North

| Harry Pilgrim
Bottom North 

| Ella Knowlton
Top North

| Anna Weddell
Top North

| Harrison Mollenhauer
Bottom Thatcher

| Thomas Ryan
Bottom Thatcher

| Hayley Morrissey
Top Thatcher

| Alexandra See
Top Thatcher

| Elliott Smyth
Bottom Dowling

| William Bennetts
Mid Dowling

| Jenna Rogers
Top Dowling

| Joseph Bebendorf
Bottom Han

| Robin Grace
Bottom Cock

| Mollie Penberthy
Mid Han

| Zara Barrell
Mid Cock

| Ruby McDougall
Top Han

| Monique Cumner 
Top Cock

| Christopher Ilott
Bottom Begbie

| Luke Negas
Bottom Begbie

| Lucas French
Mid Begbie

| Phoebe Loynes
Mid Begbie

| Milena Saina
Top Begbie

| Anita Thivakon
Top Begbie

| Jesse Hayden
Lockley / House

| Amelie Tripet
Lockley / House


Academic Mentors

| Emily Schultz
Senior Academic Mentor

| James Wei
Business, Economics and Law (BEL) Faculty

| Ellora Gupta
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology (EAIT)

| Elizabeth Hill
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology (EAIT)  

| Mia van Heerden
Health, Medicine, and Behavioural Sciences (HMBS)

| Georgia Conrad
Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)

| Matthew Wang
Science


Student Leadership Team (Elected by Students)

Students’ Association Executive

| Jade Bindon
President

| Lizzy Sander
Vice President

| Hadley Smyth
Secretary

| Charles Hall
Treasurer

| Elangi Cuttance
Sports Convenor (F)

| Charles Jacobs
Sports Convenor (M)

| Bridie O'Connor
Cultural Convenor

| Lucas French
The Lion

| Lily Watts
Social Convenor

| Finn Pascoe
Social Convenor

| William Warwick
Social Convenor

| Isabella Ferris
Equity & Diversity Rep

| Georgia Clague
Equity & Diversity Rep

| Joshua Coventry
Board of Governors Rep

| Alex Galt
O Week Convenor

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Board of Governors

The College is governed by an honorary Board of Governors. The Board is the legal entity that constitutes the College and it is responsible for monitoring the College and assuring that it carries out its constitutional responsibilities such as setting policy, appointing the Principal, and approving the budget and major expenditure. Governors are either elected by the Synod of the Uniting Church, elected by the Board, elected by graduates of the College, elected by the Cromwell College Students’ Association or elected by the Senate of the University. Life Governors maintain a continuing interest in the College. 


Visitor Uniting Church QLD Moderator Rev Bruce Moore
Chairperson UC Synod Elected Ms Judy Young
Deputy Chair Board Elected Mr Richard Shannon
Treasurer Board Elected Mr Richard Shannon
Secretary Board Elected Ms Joanne Landmark
  Board Elected Member of Finance Committee Melissa McCosker 
  Board Elected Associate Professor Stuart Bade 
  UQ Senate Representative Mr Brett Lovegrove 
  UC Synod Elected Mrs Noeleen McNamara
  UC Synod Elected Mr Ben de Jong 
  UC Synod Elected Mr Jason Lee

Ex officio Principal/CEO  Mr Simon Armstrong
Ex officio Students’ Association President  Miss Jade Bindon
Ex officio Elected Students’ Association Joshua Coventry

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