Meet the Team
Pat Power
Deputy Director (Marketing and International), Acting Co-ordinator, Corporate Affairs
Hello! I am in overall charge of activities aimed at helping you to choose the right course of study here at Queen Mary and to arrive at the College well prepared for your studies and your life in London. Studying abroad is a truly life changing experience, and on behalf of the International Office team I hope that your time here will be rewarding both personally and professionally.
After graduating from the University of Edinburgh, I spent three years teaching English in Singapore and Tokyo before returning to the UK to 'get serious' and train as a Chartered Accountant with Ernst & Young in London. This turned out to be rather dull, however, and I decided to return to the world of education by gaining an MA in Sociolinguistics (Dissertation on 'Male-Female Miscommunication') and striking out for Taipei, where I became Director of Education Promotion at the British Council. I worked for Queen Mary for eighteen months based in East Asia, before returning to the International Office in the UK. Recently I was awarded an MBA in Higher Education Management from the Institute of Education. As you can see, I am a serial degree chaser! I am currently studying Computer Science with the Open University.
Tel: 020 7882 3066
Fax: 020 7882 5556
email: p.power@qmul.ac.uk
Louise Sutherland
Deputy Head of the International Office
Hello, I’m Louise Sutherland and I joined Queen Mary in August 2004 where I worked with the Schools Liaison team for two years before moving to the International Office. I’m the first point of contact at Queen Mary for students from India , Sri Lanka , Mauritius and Turkey .
I regularly travel to these countries to attend exhibitions and to meet with potential students and their families. In addition to my various country specific responsibilities, I work closely with the international admissions unit at Queen Mary and our two offices overseas to help manage the overall applications process. I am also closely involved in the various international office publications such as our e-newsletter for new students.
Prior to moving to London , I graduated from the University of Edinburgh with an MA in History and Politics and started my career as Student Recruitment Officer at the University of Stirling in Scotland . Inspired by the students I meet overseas.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you need any help.
Tel: 020 7882 7492
Fax: 020 7882 5556
email: l.sutherland@qmul.ac.uk
Andrew George
Acting Head of Partnership Development &
Director of Study Abroad & International Exchange Programmes
I head up Queen Mary's International Partnership activities. Partnerships are an essential part of the College’s international strategy and bring a host of benefits to the College by raising our international profile, enabling student mobility and optimising research and innovation activity.
I am responsible for the administration and promotion of the College’s Study Abroad programme - for students studying here for a semester or academic year. The programme is built on a wide network of partner institutions, primarily in the USA.
I also look after our International Exchange Programme which allows QM undergraduates the opportunity to study in partner institutions in the Australia, the USA and Singapore.
I also have overall responsibility for the recruitment of full degree students from the Americas.
Tel: 020 7882 3066
Fax: 020 7882 5556
email: a.j.george@qmul.ac.uk
Dean Gonsalves
Senior International Marketing Officer
I am Dean Gonsalves and have been with the International Office at Queen Mary since October 2005. I am responsible for the development, planning and management of marketing materials used for the recruitment of international students. These materials are used to promote Queen Mary at overseas events and also used by our regional offices around the world, raising the profile of Queen Mary and elevating Queen Mary's amongst other institutions.
I have extensive experience of a number of our recruiting markets and have travelled to India, Jordan, Nigeria, China, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Turkey.
Before moving to Queen Mary, I previously worked in the marketing department at Royal Holloway, London University, the homeless charity Shelter, as well as freelance marketing consultancy work for several businesses.
I enjoy sports and am a qualified football coach, referee and personal trainer.
Tel: 0207 882 7493
Fax: 0207 882 5556
email: d.r.gonsalves@qmul.ac.uk
Lee Wildman
Senior International Officer
Hi, I am Lee Wildman and I joined Queen Mary's International Office in November 2007 with responsibility for the College's marketing activities in South East Asia and with international students already studying in the UK.
I have worked with students ever since I graduated from Nottingham Trent University, where I studied English Literature, in 2004. I was a Sabbatical Officer for the NTU Students' Union for one year looking after Student Activities; essentially living like a student but with a 9-5 job and a pay cheque each month to pay the rent!
After reluctantly admitting my student days were over I worked for Bosworth Independent College for two years travelling around Eastern Europe, Central Asia and Africa speaking with students and parents about the benefits of studying A Level's in the UK.
Over the past four years I have travelled to the ASEAN region frequently to meet with prospective students and their families, as well as QM alumni and colleagues from the College's partner institutions. I also oversee QM's regional offices in Lahore and Lagos which manage our marketing activities in Pakistan, Bangladesh and Central Asia, and Africa respectively. I also spend time travelling around International Schools and Colleges in the UK meeting with prospective students, offer holders and school counsellors.
Feel free to contact me if you think I can help in any way.
Tel: 0207 882 5307
Fax 0207 882 5556
email: l.wildman@qmul.ac.uk
Dr John Behiri
Associate Director, International Office
Hi, I'm John Behiri one of the oldest members of the team and currently working in both the International Office as the Associate Director and as an academic in the School of Engineering and Materials Science, which I joined back in 1981 with my speciality being in the area of Biomedical Materials.
My responsibilities in the International Office cover the Gulf region as well as Jordan, Libya and Iran where I regularly travel to attend exhibitions and to meet with sponsors and potential students.
I am easily contactable and very approachable so please don't hesitate to contact me if you need any help.
Tel: 020 7882 5162
Fax: 020 7882 5556
email: j.c.behiri@qmul.ac.uk
Ceri Bevan
Study Abroad Officer & International Officer (Canada, Japan, Korea and Norway)
Hello, I'm Ceri Bevan and I joined Queen Mary in January 2009. Before joining Queen Mary I was the Internships and Customised Programmes Manager at IES Abroad. IES is a US educational institution which provides study abroad programmes for US students in countries all over the world.
I primarily work on Queen Mary's Study Abroad programme where I am involved in every aspect of the programme from marketing & recruitment to the application process and student welfare/support after arrival.
Much of my time is taken up with the marketing and recruitment of students and I spend a lot of time in the USA.
Over the year I make visits to many of the universities and colleges in the USA that Queen Mary receive students from; attending fairs, meeting with students and talking with advisers. I am also the first point of contact for students from Canada, Japan , Korea and Norway; an interesting geographic mix of countries but I enjoy the variety!
I graduated from the University of Glamorgan near my home town of Pontypridd, South Wales in 2000. I graduated with a HND in The Organisation of the Public Sector and a Business & Marketing degree. At the moment I am continuing studies by pursuing a qualification from the chartered institute of marketing.
If you have any questions or need advice please don't hesitate to contact me.
Tel: 0207 882 3672
Fax 0207 882 5556
E-mail: c.bevan@qmul.ac.uk
Ms Ruoshui (Ciccie) Feng
Senior International Officer
Hi, I'm Ruoshui Feng and I joined Queen Mary as Senior International Officer in 2007. I am responsible for the College’s international student recruitment from East Asian markets including China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Thailand, as well as supporting the College’s strategy of partnership with Higher Educations institutions in these markets.
After gaining an MSc in Marketing from the University of Birmingham, I worked in the private sector for three years before joining the education sector, where I found my real stand and interest. Prior to Queen Mary, I worked in the international marketing teams at Oxford Brookes University and European Business School in London.
Tel: 0207 882 5379
Fax 0207 882 5556
email: r.feng@qmul.ac.uk
Erin MacLean
Senior International Officer
Hello, my name is Erin MacLean, I joined Queen Mary as Senior International Officer in September 2011 as maternity cover for Ciccie Feng. A former international student myself, I have studied in the former Soviet Union, Russia, Ukraine, UK and USA.
Following completion of my undergraduate degree at St Andrews University in Scotland, I began my professional life in the United States at an international exchange non-profit organisation in New York, and then moved on to study abroad and international student advising at Hampshire College in Massachusetts. Later, I worked in Student Affairs at Columbia University in New York.
I returned to Scotland to complete a postgraduate degree at the University of Edinburgh. Following that degree, I embarked upon an international education career in the UK, working in international marketing and recruitment at Edinburgh College of Art, and then later for Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen.
I am responsible for QM’s international student recruitment from East Asian markets including China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, as well as supporting the College’s strategy of partnership with Higher Education institutions in these markets.
Tel: 0207 882 5379
Fax 0207 882 5556
email: e.maclean@qmul.ac.uk
Harry Gibney
Study Abroad Officer
Hello, I joined Queen Mary in 1999 as the Study Abroad and International Exchanges Officer. I am responsible for the administration of the study abroad programme, which allows students enrolled in a university outside the United Kingdom to spend a semester or academic year studying at Queen Mary. I am also responsible for the administration of the international exchange programme which allows Queen Mary students to spend a semester or academic year studying at one of our partner institutes outside Europe. Prior to joining Queen Mary, I worked for the Registry at Imperial College, University of London for three years. I have also been awarded the Professional Diploma in Marketing by the Chartered Institute of Marketing, specialising in international marketing.
Nichole Carpenter
Laws Marketing Manager
Hello, I am Nichole Carpenter, i joined Queen Mary in December 2006 and I am responsible for coordinating the marketing of the School of Law, from undergraduate to PhD level. Amongst other things, I manage the content of the website, promotional literature, student and alumni profiles, advertising, attending recruitment fairs and holding presentations both in the UK and overseas, and assist both the College and the School of Law's International strategy of partnership and profile raising with overseas educational institutions and companies.
I studied German and French at Birmingham University and i have worked and studied in both countries. I worked in marketing in the IT private sector for four years, organising new product launches, press releases, newsletters and advertising campaigns. I escaped IT and joined the world of education in 2002, working in the International Office at London Metropolitan University for four and a half years.
Tel: 0207 882 3005
Fax 0207 882 5556
email: n.carpenter@qmul.ac.uk
Anita Walton
International Office Manager
Hello, I am Anita Walton and I joined Queen Mary back in 2002. My responsibilities include office management and finance, recruitment activities in Russia, agent management in Ukraine and Georgia and managing a team of student assistants. Prior to Queen Mary, I graduated from the University of Greenwich with a degree in English Literature. Having a naturally curious mind, I continued learning and gained Masters in Buddhist (cultural) studies, as well as pursuing Pali and Japanese languages and a range of HE-related short courses in marketing. My previous employment includes Goldsmiths College, University of London and University of Greenwich, as well as other industries.
I am the first point of contact for students from Russia and regularly travel to Russia to attend exhibitions and meet with potential students and their families. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need any help with either Russia or any other aspects of International Office work.
Tel: 0207 882 5380
Fax 0207 882 5556
email: a.walton@qmul.ac.uk
Corrina Hamlet
International Office Assistant
Hello! My name is Corrina and I am the International Office Assistant. I joined the International Office in October 2011 and am responsible for processing applications, responding to general enquiries, arranging freight for overseas fairs and updating the website with event and agency details.
Prior to joining Queen Mary, I worked at Brunel International in a similar role, where I first gained experience of working with international students. I also studied at Brunel University and in July 2011, I graduated with a BSc in Psychology and Sociology with Professional Development.
International Office Assistant
Queen Mary, University of London
email: c.hamlet@qmul.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7882 3066
Fax: + 44 (0) 20 7882 5556
Elsa Maters
Senior International Admissions Officer
Hello, I am Elsa and I have been working with International students at Queen Mary since I joined the International Office in July 2006. I am now working for International Unit within the Admissions and Recruitment Office, where I process the undergraduate, postgraduate and foundation applications for International students. I predominantly support the recruitment activities in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Nigeria. Since joining Queen Mary, I have attended exhibitions and events in China, Taiwan and Nigeria.
I obtained my degree in European History and French Language from the University of East Anglia, I have also studied at the Université de Nancy II in France and spent another year working there.
TEL + 44 207 882 3141
Fax + 44 207 882 5588
email: e.maters@qmul.ac.uk
Angeliki Polatou
Admissions Officer
Hi, my name is Angeliki Polatou and I joined the Admissions and Recruitment Office at Queen Mary in July 2005. I became a member of the International Team in the Office since its debut in January 2007. My main role is to support International students during their admissions procedure, which includes processing International applications at Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Foundation Level.
I’ve studied Psychology in Athens, Greece and I completed my MSc in Cultural Psychology at the University of Bedfordshire. Before joining Queen Mary, I worked at the University of Bedfordshire and at a private Medical School in Luton.
TEL + 44 207 882 3080
Fax + 44 207 882 5588
email: a.polatou@qmul.ac.uk
Suraiya Seedat
International Admissions Officer
Hi, I am Suraiya and I joined the Admissions and Recruitment Office at Queen Mary in November 2010. My role includes supporting International students during the admissions process and dealing with Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate level applications from International students. I previously worked in the International Office at Queen Mary.
I also studied at Queen Mary and graduated in July 2009 with a degree in Hispanic Studies and European Studies. I spent one year studying in Barcelona, Spain at La Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona, where I gained first hand international student experience and developed fluency in Spanish.
Tel.: +44 (0)20 7882 7576
Fax.: +44 (0)20 7882 5588
email: s.seedat@qmul.ac.uk
Ashley Steed
International Projects Officer
I first joined the International Office as a part time student worker in September 2010. Since completing my Master’s I joined the office full time working on marketing and promotional materials for our overseas markets. Other responsibilities include liaising with agents in India and Sri Lanka, as well as providing support for prospective students in countries where we have no active representation.
Before working at QM I was a study abroad student here for a year from USC where I studied theatre and cinema. In 2010, I came back to QM to do a Master’s in Theatre and Performance studies. At USC I worked in the Office of Overseas Studies as well as the admissions office for Keck School of Medicine.
Tel: 020 7882 7473
Fax: 020 7882 5556
Email: a.steed@qmul.ac.uk
Nabeel Vehra
Regional Manager Pakistan & Bangladesh
Hello, I'm Nabeel Vebra, I joined the International Office in June 2005 where i am responsible for handling all QM operations in Pakistan and Bangladesh. I am permanently based in Lahore, Pakistan and head up our regional office. I frequently travel within Pakistan and to Bangladesh to meet with prospective students and to attend seminars and exhibitions.
Prior to this position I worked in the Materials Department at Queen Mary as a Quality Administrator. I graduated from the same department with a MBA degree in 2004.
Please feel free to contact me for any information regarding admissions from Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Email: n.vehra@qmul.ac.uk
Tel: +92 42 569 2705
Fax: +92 42 569 2706
Saad Hasan
Business Development Manager: Pakistan
Hello,
I am Saad Hasan, I Joined Queen Mary’s regional office Pakistan in March 2010 which is based in Lahore and is responsible for recruitment from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. I assist in recruitment, marketing activities and also create/maintain local linkages in Pakistan. Since my joining, I have attended exhibitions all over Pakistan.
The QM’s regional office is always ready to help and guide students in selecting a course and applying for admission. Prior to this job, I was working in the field of IT. I have a BSc degree in Computer Science and have done my MBA in Human Resource Management from Pakistan.
Email: saad.hasan@qmul.ac.uk
Tel: +92 42 35692705
Fax: +92 42 35692706
Bunmi Onwude
Regional Manager: Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya
Hi, my name is Bunmi Onwude, I joined the international office team in June 2005.I am responsible for handling all QM’s operations in Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya. I now head our regional office based in Lagos Nigeria. I frequently travel around Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya attending fairs, conducting interviews, and meeting with prospective students.
I hold a BSc in Business Administration, University of Abuja and an MSc in Computing, London Metropolitan University. Before joining Queen Mary I had experience working in the Banking, Telecoms and Education Sector.
Please do not hesitate to contact me for any information regarding admissions from Nigeria, Ghana or Kenya.
email: b.onwude@qmul.ac.uk
Tel +234 01 280 5123
Fax +234 01 824 6015
Elohor Egoh
Operations Manager, Nigeria Regional Office
Hi, I'm Elohor Egoh, I joined the International office team in May 2008. I work with the team in charge of Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya and assist with all Queen Mary activities in these countries.
Besides seeing to the smooth running of the Regional office, I assist with the recruitment, marketing and visa counselling activities of Queen Mary. I especially enjoy the opportunity to counsel parents and prospective students.
I am a qualified lawyer, presently concluding my LLM at the University of Lagos. Prior to joining Queen Mary, I worked in litigation and law publishing.
Do not hesitate to contact me for any information regarding admissions from Nigeria, Ghana or Kenya.
email: e.egoh@qmul.ac.uk
Tel: +234 806 317 9655
Fax:+234 12805123 - 4
Kelechi Ukwuoma,
Business Development Manager, Regional Office
Hello,
I am Kelechi Ukwuoma and I joined the International Office Team in June 2008. I work in the Nigeria Regional Office based in Lagos, Nigeria.
I assist in the handling of all Queen Mary activities in Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana, which involves recruitment and marketing in these countries and also visa counselling for prospective QMUL students. Since joining Queen Mary in 2008 I have attended exhibitions in Nigeria and Kenya.
Before joining QMUL, I worked as an Online Student Counsellor with Preparation for Life for 2 years and had worked also as a Public Relations Officer in a health institution.
I have a BSc in Mass Communication from Imo State University and have stints of work experience in media houses.
Email: k.ukwuoma@qmul.ac.uk
Tel: +234 806 317 9655
Fax:+234 12805123 - 4
Zelun Zhang
China Market Research Assistant
My name is Zelun Zhang, i came from China. Currently, i am a PhD student in the EECS department of Queen Mary University of London. As a Chinese, it seems that i should not be so familiar with this well-reputated British College as any UK student, but actually I am the one that knows this college better than the majority students. I have been a Queen Mary student for six years, from a innocent college freshers who was curious with anything in the university life, to a aspiring master who had an openended process for inquiry , and finally to a mature PhD who has its own career and is after his dream. Queen Mary has really gave and changed me a lot. Still remember the first time i walked around the Queen Mary mile end campus, I was so
indulged by its elegant and cozy circumstances, and also the warm atmosphere. People around the campus were so kindly to give anyone a lovely smile when walking by. The college is just like a hot dense pot to have all of us studying, living and enjoying together.
I was rejoiced to be one Queen Mary Student six years ago; I am proud to be one of the Queen Mary members now; and most important of all I will be cherished and grateful for all the experiences and memories i have had at Queen Mary University of London in my future life.
Qi Xiang
Asia Market Research Assistant
Qi Xiang is currently an undergraduate student at Queen Mary.
He went to Temasek Junior College in Singapore, and Trajal Hospitality and Tourism College in Osaka, Japan.
He first arrived in London last year as international student, enrolled full-time at Queen Mary where he is currently on the Economics Programme.
Email: Qi Xiang
Eralp Kortach
Turkey, Cyprus, India Marketing Assistant
Hi! I am Eralp Kortach from Cyprus. I have gained an MA degree in Leo Baeck European Jewish History from QMUL, funded by the Leo Baeck Institute.
I have a BA degree in International Relations and another MA degree in Human Rights. I started working in the International Office while I was a student and I am still working here as a Marketing Assistant.
My main responsibilities include Social Media, International Office web page, research and as such. If you need to get in touch with me my email address is e.kortach@qmul.ac.uk.
Kelsey Anderson
Work Placement Intern
Hello! I am the intern responsible for the International Office as well as the Study Abroad Office. I am currently in my penultimate year at Northeastern University in Boston, MA, USA where I am completing a BA in Communications/Media Studies. Through NEU’s co-op program I have experience in publishing, production and presentation. This is my first internship in marketing and my first time working for a University. The international programs here are really exciting, and a great opportunity for international students (such as myself) to live and learn abroad!
Email: k.anderson@qmul.ac.uk