Our people

Contacts and staff who are involved in supporting the programme.

Cara and Pepita
Network Coordinators: Cara McKeown (left) and Pepita Mwanga (right)

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board plays a pivotal role in shaping the programme's direction, providing strategic insights and invaluable expertise to shape our programmes and initiatives.

Drawing from diverse professional and academic backgrounds, the board members ensure the Network remains aligned with its mission and continuously evolves to meet the dynamic needs of our scholars. 

Members of the Advisory Board

Andy CrossDeputy Director, Edinburgh Climate Change Institute
Charlie BevanProgram Director, Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
Chris CameInternational Recruitment Manager (Sponsors), Student Recruitment and Admissions
Derek MacLeodHead of Global Partnerships and Community, Ƶ
Jennifer BrownFinance Manager, Student  Support Operations
Josie PilcherHead of Education Beyond Borders
Lucy BuchananHead of Student Programmes & Individual Giving, Development & Alumni
Sarah HendersonPersonal Chair of Educational Development and Student Learning, CMVM
Sarah McAllisterHead of Student Support Operations, Student Support Operations
Karen MarshallStudent Accommodation Manager, ACE Business Development

Contact us

For any inquiries about the Scholars Network, please get in touch with the Impact Coordinators via email: Scholars.Network@ed.ac.uk

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