MEET OUR TEAM
The Centre for Education and Teaching Innovation (CETI) at the University of Westminster brings together a diverse and talented group of professionals committed to advancing educational practices, supporting student success and driving innovative teaching methodologies. Our team spans a variety of disciplines and specialisations, collaborating to provide an exceptional academic experience.
Head of CETI
The Head of CETI leads teaching innovation and excellence
Dr. Andy Pitchford, as the Head of the Centre for Education and Teaching Innovation, Andy is responsible for leading the Centre’s strategic approach and coordinating its various teams. He collaborates with stakeholders across the University to enhance the teaching reputation of the Colleges and Schools. With 30 years of experience in higher education, Andy has held numerous leadership roles in both academic and professional departments.
| Name | Position | |
| Dr. Andy Pitchford | Head of CETI | A.Pitchford1@westminster.ac.uk |
Academic Professional Development (APD)
The Academic Professional Development (APD) team supports university staff in enhancing their teaching practices and professional growth. They provide workshops, fellowships and training for academic staff to ensure high-quality education.
| Name | Position | |
| Dr. Yaz Osho | Academic Professional Development Director | Y.Osho@westminster.ac.uk |
| Chris Peach | Academic Professional Development Coordinator | C.Peach@westminster.ac.uk |
| Daniela de Silva | Senior Lecturer | D.Desilva1@westminster.ac.uk |
| Daphne Vallas | Lecturer | D.Vallas@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. James Moran | Senior Lecturer | J.Moran@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Mark Elliot | Academic Professional Development Project Manager | M.Elliot@westminster.ac.uk |
| Norah Soufraji | Academic Professional Development Coordinator | n.soufraji1@westminster.ac.uk |
APD Fellow
APD Fellows advance teaching and professional growth.
| Name | Position | |
| Avis Whyte | APD Fellow 2024/25 | whytea@westminster.ac.uk |
| Maria Ashioti | APD Fellow 2024/25 | M.Ashioti@westminster.ac.uk |
| Matt Galton | APD Fellow 2024/25 | m.galton@westminster.ac.uk |
| Pamela Abrams | APD Fellow 2024/25 | P.Abrahams@westminster.ac.uk |
| Tabatha Mills | APD Fellow 2024/25 | t.j.mills@westminster.ac.uk |
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CETI Central Team
The CETI Central Team provides administrative and operational support for all teaching and learning innovation activities across the university. They play a key role in organizing and coordinating CETI’s initiatives.
| Name | Position | |
| Saire Jones | Education Development Partner | s.jones1@westminster.ac.uk |
| Jenniner Allen | Project Administrator | J.Allen4@westminster.ac.uk |
| Alex Rouault | CETI Course Administrator Officer | A.Rouault@westminster.ac.uk |
| Liying Li | CETI Administrator | L.Li1@westminster.ac.uk |
| Sarah Chan You Fee | CETI Support Officer | S.Chanyoufee@westminster.ac.uk |
| Rifa Ferzana | CETI Intern | r.ferzana1@westminster.ac.uk |
| Adaora Mbajiaku | CETI Intern | a.mbajiaku@westminster.ac.uk |
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Foundation Pathways
Foundation Pathways programs provide essential preparation for students entering higher education, helping them develop academic skills and subject knowledge before they start their degree programs.
| Name | Position | |
| Dr. Christina Delistathi | Director of Foundation Pathways | C.Delistathi@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Amy Maclatchy | Lecturer | A.Maclatchy@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Moonisah Usman | Senior Lecturer | M.Usman1@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Lolwa Alfadhel | Lecturer | L.Alfadhel@westminster.ac.uk |
| Shukri Sultan | Lecturer | S.Sultan@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Stuart Peck | Lecturer | S.Peck1@westminster.ac.uk |
| Venetia Tzanni | Senior Lecturer | V.Tzanni@westminster.ac.uk |
Student Partnership Team
The Student Partnership team works closely with students to co-design learning experiences and foster a collaborative environment. They focus on creating opportunities for students to participate in shaping their education.
| Name | Position | |
| Dr. Jennifer Fraser | University Director of Student Partnership, Principal Lecturer | J.Fraser@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Fatima Maatwk | Senior Lecturer | F.Maatwk1@westminster.ac.uk |
| Kyra Araneta | Lecturer | K.Araneta@westminster.ac.uk |
| Sangya Tyagi | Administrative Assistant | S.Tyagi1@westminster.ac.uk |
Academic English
The Academic English team provides support for students who need to enhance their academic language skills. This helps students, especially non-native English speakers, to succeed in their courses by improving their writing, reading and communication skills.
| Name | Position | |
| Dr. Julio Gimenez | Principal Lecturer | J.Gimenez1@westminster.ac.uk |
| James Fenton | Senior Lecturer | J.Fenton@westminster.ac.uk |
| Katie Mansfield | Senior Lecturer | K.Mansfield@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Mariangela Spinillo | Lecturer | M.Spinillo@westminster.ac.uk |
| Martin Percy | Lecturer | M.Percy@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Richard Paterson | Senior Lecturer | R.Paterson@westminster.ac.uk |
| Dr. Svetlana Page | Lecturer | S.Page1@westminster.ac.uk |
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Impact and Evaluation Team
The Impact and Evaluation team assesses the effectiveness of CETI’s programs, ensuring that the initiatives have a positive impact on teaching, learning and student success.
| Name | Position | |
| Dr. Krystal Douglas-Dodd | Impact and Evaluation Officer | k.douglasdodd@westminster.ac.uk |
Get involved with CETI
If you have an idea you would like to share and develop with CETI; a resource, project, publication or event that you would like to include on this site, or you’d like more information about the Centre, we want to hear from you.
Please contact us at CETI@westminster.ac.uk, providing some brief details.