Governance
The College is a self-governing educational charity incorporated by Royal Charter whose core purpose is research and education.
Our Responsibilities
The Governing Body is responsible for the ongoing strategic direction of the College, for its administration and for the management of its finances and assets. It meets regularly with the Principal in the chair and is advised by a range of Committees, which include the Education, Finance and the Standing Committees.
Our Values
The Somerville Fellowship is a liberal, progressive and inclusive Governing Body where the search for excellence, in the context of diversity and access, is at the core of all decision-making. The College remains true to its founding principles. The Fellowship governs by consensus; meetings are courteous and constructive. The values of the College resonate deeply with all members and are reflected in the engagement style of the Governing Body.
College Officers
The day to day running of the College is overseen by the College Officers, with involvement from the Principal.
The Treasurer and Domestic Bursar, Andrew Parker, has responsibility for finances, investment, HR, estates and maintenance, capital projects, health and safety, the lodge, house-keeping, bursary, the gardeners, catering and conferencing.
The Senior Tutor, Steve Rayner, coordinates the provision of tuition and the employment of tutors. He also has oversight of inter-collegiate admissions as well as welfare and discipline.
Sarah Butler manages the College’s excellent and extensive library and the College’s IT services.
The Development Director, Sara Kalim, is responsible for developing strategies for attracting donations and legacies, and for working with the Development Board and other benefactors to secure the financial stability of Somerville’s future.