People at Everton Hall
Head of Hall
Ian Brown has been here since November 2008.
Ian has had 12 years previous experience at O’Rorke Hall at Auckland University and University Hall at Canterbury University. He therefore has a good understanding of student life and the demands placed on students today. Living with his wife Wendy and two cats, Slinky and Malinky, in a house within the Hall grounds, they are very much a part of the Hall community.
Administrators
Gill Blomgren is the experienced member of our team being at Everton Hall since May 2005. She can be found in the Office during office hours on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Gill has many years experience in the academic arena having worked for Victoria University Student Services for over 10 years.
Linda Nicholls handles the financials including board payments. You will find Linda in the office on Thursdays and Fridays. Born and bred in Wellington, Linda completed a Commerce degree at Victoria University. When not at Everton Hall, Linda is busy being Mum to her 2 young boys.
Maintenance
Denis Thistoll looks after all of our maintenance requirements and has been part of the team since January 2009. You will soon get to know him with his friendly, helpful manner and carpentry skills. Denis’s expertise is shared between us and Te Puni Village.
Residential Assistants
We have a strong, supportive team of four enthusiastic RAs who are specially trained, senior students who live at the Hall. They cover evening office hours, assist with the day to day running of the Hall and organize social events. The RAs are scattered around the buildings and are often the first person residents contact for assistance with anything.
Chantelle Te Haara: Hey guys, I’m Chantelle. I’m a one-eyed Cantabrian in my 3rd year of a BA in Media Studies and Sociology. I love sport, music, travel and food. Apologies in advance if I am MIA for the majority of the Rugby World Cup...
Kirsten Hawes: Hey. I’m Kirsten/Kirsty (goddess). I’m a second year RA here at Everton Hall. I study Marine Biology. My biggest loves in life include the sun, the beach, Burgerfuel, Cadbury Creme Eggs and Coca-Cola.
Reuben Todd: There once was a boy named Reuben, He was an R.A. - dreadfully clued-in, He worked at Everton Hall, Where all had a ball... Welcome to the Hall. Looking forward to meeting you all this year!
Laura Lincoln: Hi everyone! 2011 will be my third year studying towards an LLB and a BSc (Environmental Studies). If I'm not stuck completing law readings, you'll find me either alternating between episodes of Criminal Minds, Big Bang Theory and Vampire Diaries, at the gym or a cafe with friends, or organising my stationary collection. I look forward to meeting you all this year! L