COCA News May 2014

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CROMWELL COLLEGE

Principal

To the Cromwell Community Another successful year is certainly well under way here at Cromwell. One hundred and four new first year students were welcomed; one hundred and forty three returning students joined them; and all have since become fully immersed in an extensive array of activities, events and most importantly the community spirit here that is uniquely Cromwell.

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Editor • Donna Howett • Volume 16

This year we welcomed two new staff. Mrs Francine Huestis (Business and Development Manager) commenced on 17 March, and has already made a very positive contribution to the culture and management of the College. Fran’s financial qualifications, experience in the tertiary sector generally, her personable character and her ability to relate to people at Cromwell at all levels, have allowed her to settle quickly, earn respect, and begin critiquing some of our current practices, offering advice for change and improvement. I pay tribute to Ms Sarah Brewer (Assistant to the Business and Development Manager) whose exemplary work ethic, qualifications and superior skills enabled her to act in the financial components of the role of Business Manager for four months prior to Fran’s commencement.

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From the Principal 1 Mrs Francine Heustis, Mr Neil Yarrow and Ms Sarah Brewer

Mr Neil Yarrow joined the maintenance team this year and has impressed all with his skills, exuberance, and his solid commitment to serve the College well. Neil is a welcome addition to our staff team. Cromwell received the outstanding news recently that Mr Geoffrey White (Student Adviser Academic / Pastoral) has been awarded a University Medal. Geoffrey is well known throughout the College for his

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From the Student President 4 From the Dean of Students - P-Week 5 O-Week 7 College News 9 Chit Chat Round Up 11


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