Wadham Appoints New Senior Tutor

Date Published: 27.06.2022

Lynn Featherstone steps into the role in September.

Wadham College is pleased to announce the appointment of Lynn Featherstone as its new Senior Tutor. Lynn writes:

"I am delighted to be joining Wadham as Senior Tutor this coming academic year. Throughout my career, I have been strongly committed to the promotion of fair access and academic excellence. I am excited at the prospect of contributing to the future academic ambitions of a college known for its inclusive and progressive values."

The Senior Tutor takes responsibility for the College’s academic policy and strategy, overseeing a large team in the Academic Office who manage the administration of academic processes in Wadham.

Lynn steps into the role in September, replacing Caroline Mawson whose contribution to the College will be celebrated at a gathering in early July, and Mike Froggatt who has undertaken the role through the challenging years of Covid.

Warden Robert Hannigan comments:

“We are delighted to welcome Lynn to Wadham. She has a wealth of experience combined with a passion for excellence, accessibility and inclusion. We all look forward to working with Lynn to help Wadham to strive further on its mission to be a beacon for access.”