Somerville’s Development team are responsible for managing Somerville’s relationship with its alumni and for raising funds and support for the college.

Our Development Team, led by the Director of Development, Sara Kalim, work to create a strong and active alumni community and help the college meet the challenges of the future. From our earliest days, charitable giving from hundreds of alumni and supporters has had a transformational impact at Somerville, helping to construct virtually all the buildings on our central site, expand our outreach and inclusivity efforts, and support students in need. 

The Development Office

Ritika Anand

Development Assistant
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Elizabeth Cooke

Secretary, Somerville Alumni Association
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Lisa Gygax

Joint Secretary of the Somerville Association
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Clare Finch

Deputy Director of Development (Operations)
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Jessica Mannix

Director, Margaret Thatcher Scholarship Trust and Campaign Director
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Niamh Walshe

Regular Giving and Alumni Relations Executive
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Jack Evans

Communications Officer
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Sara Kalim

Fellow and Director of Development
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Matt Phipps

Communications Manager
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