Meet the Whanganui Campus Leaders

Coral Hanna
Student Success Manager

Starting at UCOL over 23 years ago, Coral is responsible for the combined services that support the learner journey. She oversees all facets of ākonga support from enquiry to graduation, including operational teams that help learners with information, enrolment, careers advisory, learning support, library services, disability support services, wellbeing support, pastoral care, student life and engagement.   As a professionally registered librarian with qualifications in library studies, adult learning and e-learning, including a Graduate Certificate in Applied eLearning, Bachelor of Arts Library and Information, and an Introduction to Adult Teaching and Learning, Coral feels privileged to be able to help ākonga during their study journey.

Jan MacGibbon
APM ECE & Languages

Having joined UCOL over 14 years ago, Jan is responsible for leading programme development and delivery, and supporting both kaimahi and ākonga engagement. She has worked within hospitality, business, and education programmes where she has enjoyed teaching, leadership, and team management roles. Jan’s role is about bringing people together, supporting their journey, and helping them to see their own potential.  "I take pride in fostering strong relationships, encouraging innovation, and ensuring UCOL’s programmes prepare learners for the future. What I love most about my work is the people - seeing learners gain confidence, watching staff grow into their strengths, and knowing that together we’re making a real difference."

Stephen Carson
Facilities Manager

Stephen is responsible for ensuring UCOL’s buildings, services, and physical environment are safe, efficient, and well-maintained. With a BA in Applied Management, a Business Degree with double majors in Project Management and Operations Management, and over 17 years in facility maintenance and project management roles, Stephen fulfils his job at UCOL with astute organisational, problem-solving, multi-tasking and leadership skills. With his experience of building systems, health and safety regulations, responsiveness to emergency situations, team management, strategic planning, fleet vehicle management and budgeting, Stephen uses his skillset to ensure all on campus are provided with safe and well-equipped spaces for work and study.