The Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne
Mannix College derives its authority from the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne, under the direction of Bishop Peter A. Comensoli, the Archbishop of Melbourne.
The Archdiocese appoints the College Council to both govern and provide strategic direction. The Principal, with the support of the Council, ensures the College remains financially viable and operational.
College Council
The College Council comprises dynamic professionals responsible for overseeing the College’s strategic direction, plans, and performance.
The Council is chaired by the Most Rev Anthony J. Ireland DD STD and is comprised of Andrew Swan (Principal), Professor Sarah McDonald (Monash University Representative), Craig Milner, Shane Healy, Kath McCarthy, James Fitzpatrick, Carolyn Young and Fletcher Smith (2024 Mannix College Student Society President).
Foundation Council
The Foundation Council comprises dynamic professionals and Old Collegians responsible for overseeing the College Foundation’s strategic direction, plans, and performance.
The Council is chaired by Mark Freeman and is comprised of Andrew Swan, Nicola Commins (Vice-Chair), Tony Johnson, Sara Hinchey, Alice Draffin, Chris Dale and Georgie Fidge.
Senior Management Team
Principal – Andrew Swan
Dean of Students & Wellbeing (Deputy Principal) – Annie McGuire
Acting Business & Operations Manager – Michelle McFarlane
Staff
Director of Academics & Careers – India Wright
Admissions & Student Life Coordinator – Katie Lindsay
Administration Assistant (Finance and Operations) – Kristy Samuels
Catering Manager – Peter Hyslop
Chef – Joel Doolan
Maintenance Manager – Jason Munckhof
Maintenance Officer – Paul Proctor
Chaplain
Fr William Loh
Student Leadership
Resident Advisors (RAs)
Residential Advisors (RAs) are student leaders employed by the College who hold the responsibility of providing care and assistance to all students in College. They are expected to show leadership in all aspects of College life, and actively support the aims and ideals of Mannix College in promoting the wellbeing and academic success of its students.
The RAs will get to know each student on their floor personally to support student wellbeing and ensure that behaviour is in accordance with the values of the College. They are often the first point of contact for students’ issues and can advise on additional support structures within and beyond the College community. RAs are trained in Mental Health First Aid, First Aid, Fire Management, leadership and other topics relevant to the student experience.
Our 2025 RAs are:
- Alex Galvin
- Anna Rogers
- Ashlyn Mayes
- Connor Smith
- Emma Lagerberg
- Holly Dwyer
- Jackson Brown
- Jenul Jayakody
- Joss Lopez
- Marco Velazquez Delgado
- Paidamoyo Ndoro
- Rommiel Malig
- Wade Harrison
Mannix College Student Society (MCSS)
All Mannix residents are members of the MCSS. Elected by their fellow students, the MCSS Committee promotes student wellbeing and interests by organising an impressive line-up of cultural, social, and sporting events in partnership with other student leaders and the College staff.
The Committee is responsible for representing the interests of all residents, and helping to promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and safety. The Committee are trained in Mental Health First Aid, First Aid, Fire Management, leadership and other topics relevant to the student experience.
The 2025 MCSS Committee are:
- President – Polly Lewis
- Vice President – Tess Johnson
- Treasurer – Rory McLeod
- Secretary – James Yorke
- Ball – Adem Shaholi
- Sports – Will Tait & Phoebe Rankin
- Functions – Emily Mahony & Noah Layton
- Wellbeing – Remus Brasier
- Social Justice – Maddie Steer
- Communications – Louise Toomey
- Culture – Alex Aidt
