Student Services

Who are we?

Student Services is made up of a range of specialist student facing support services, including Careers, the Chaplaincy, the Counselling and Mental Health Advice Service, the Disability Advisory Service and the Sexual Violence Liaison Team.  

The Office of the Director of Student Services has responsibility for the overall strategic delivery of student support services at Imperial.

Who's who?

  • Hannah Bannister

    Hannah Bannister

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    Hannah Bannister Director of Student Services

    Hannah's role

    As Director of Student Services, Hannah has overall responsiblity for strategic delivery of student support initiatives at Imperial. She works closely with the College's Senior Leadership Team and Service Leaders to ensure that student wellbeing is at the heart of the College's mission.

     

  • Debra Ogden

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    Debra Ogden Deputy Director of Student Services

    +44 (0)20 7594 5519

    Debra's role

    As Deputy Director of Student Services, Debra is responsible for implementing strategic projects relating to student support and wellbeing and supporting the work of the Director.  Debra also manages the Sexual Violence Support Team and has overall responsibility for the delivery of pastoral care in halls.

  • Laura Regan

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    Laura Regan Senior Student Services Administrator

    +44 (0)20 7594 9514

    Laura's role

    As the Senior Student Services Administrator, Laura is responsible for managing projects relating to student support and the student experience. She supports the Residential Life Committee, Hall Warden administration and maintains relationships across the College to communicate student wellbeing initiatives.

Service Leaders

Jason Yarrow

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Jason Yarrow
Director of Careers

Andrew Willson

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Andrew Willson
College Chaplain

Claire Fox

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Claire Fox
Head of Student Counselling and Mental Health Advice Service

Maureen O'Brien

Maureen O'Brien

Maureen O'Brien
Head of Disability Advisory Service

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Careers

Whether you’re a first year undergraduate or finishing your doctoral thesis, the Careers Service has tailored support for your needs. They offer:

• One-to-one careers consultations
• Careers events throughout the academic year
• Support for disabled students
• A wide range of online resources to support your career development
• Support for Imperial alumni up to 3 years after graduation

Visit the Careers Service homepage to find out more about what they can offer you or book your first appointment with them today.

Click here to go to the Careers Service

Chaplaincy

The Chaplaincy welcomes all students and staff of the College, of any faith or none. The team of Chaplains and faith advisers offer many services, including mindfulness sessions, personal development coaching and one-to-one confidential support in times of crisis, stress or uncertainty.

In addition to a multi-faith prayer space, the Chaplaincy has quiet spaces available for you to drop-in or book - a useful space if you want some time away from our busy campus.

Click here to go to the Chaplaincy

Counselling and Mental Health Advice Service

The Student Counselling Service is a free and confidential self-referral service available to all registered students. You can arrange a therapeutic consultation with a qualified and experienced counsellor to discuss your difficulties in a confidential and non-judgemental environment. You will be able to discuss whether counselling might be helpful and what other sources of support might be appropriate.

The Service also provides mental health advice and support for students with moderate to severe or enduring mental health difficulties.

Visit the Counselling homepage to find out more about the Service and how to make an initial appointment.

Click here to go to the Counselling Service

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Disability Advisory Service

The Disability Advisory Service provides individually tailored support for all Imperial students who have a disability or specific learning difference. The Service also offers advice to students who think they may have a disability or specific learning difference and are seeking an assessment. The Service offers support for:

• Specific learning differences
• Enduring mental health or health conditions
• Autism spectrum conditions
• Sensory and physical impairments

Visit the Disability Advice Service homepage to find out more about the Service and contact them directly.

Click here to go to the Disability Advisory Service

You are not alone, Imperial College's Sexual Violence Support Team

Sexual Violence Support

If you are a student and have experienced sexual violence, Imperial has a team of trained Sexual Violence Liaison Officers to provide you with confidential support. Find out more about the support available to you and meet the team of Sexual Violence Liaison Officers.

Click here to go to Sexual Violence Support