Nick Morrice, AHBT Coordinator

Hi, I’m Nick and I oversee the work of the Anti Harassment and Bullying Team as Team Coordinator, alongside my substantive role in Careers as a Careers and Employment Officer. Taking positive action towards the prevention or early cessation of harassment and bullying at LU for students and staff is now something I have the immense privilege to support. In my substantive role I work within the Student and Education Services (SES) division, and I have been a staff member at LU since 2015. I help support our diverse students with one-to-one Careers support, online and in person, help run employer events for the service and deliver in person and online skills workshops throughout the year. I have had a really varied career within Higher Education over some 20 years at a number of HE institutions in the UK, working in recruitment, creative, and technical services. I love offering real insight, perspective and reassurance to empower our students and improve their employability, building an authentic rapport with my advice. As an arts graduate in the 21^st century, my own Career journey has not been a straightforward one. This perspective helps hugely in my current role, and I have experienced both the very best and at times the worst aspects of working in HE in that time- having myself supported colleagues in challenging situations, and having experienced bullying in the workplace in the past. I hope my current professional skills, life experience and perspective can help and advocate for anyone facing similar challenges and contribute to the supporting work of the AHBT. Outside of work, I am a dad to two young daughters and have a deep love of the outdoors and spending time in nature.

Rob Apsimon

I’m Rob and I’ve been at Lancaster since 2014, in the School of Engineering. I started off as a postdoctoral research associate and have gradually worked my way up to senior lecturer. I am passionate about being on the Anti-Harassment and Bullying Team due to having experienced and supported people suffering from bullying and harassment in the past. In my role, I’ve supported many students with their own difficulties at university and mentor members of staff in Engineering.

Martine Dawber

Hi, I’m Martine Dawber and I’ve worked at Lancaster University since 2016. I am Career Advancement Officer in LUMS Careers team, supporting PG students and alumni with their careers and additionally I am a proactive member of the of LU LGBTQIA+ Ally Network. My previous background is recruitment in the Life Sciences and Education sectors. I am proud to be a part of the Anti-Bullying and Harassment Team as I have lots of experience in helping individuals in a variety of settings and fostering inclusivity in the workplace. Others tell me that I am a good listener, caring and empathetic, which I hope will enable others to put their trust in me to discuss sensitive information in this role. Outside of work, I am a mum of two young children, love travelling and enjoy meeting new people. I am a late-diagnosed neurodivergent individual.

Yu Fu

I am a Teaching Fellow in Human Resource Management at Lancaster University Management School, where I have been since August 2016. In addition to my teaching role, I currently serve as the Programme Director for the MSc in Human Resource Management. Prior to joining Lancaster University, I worked as a Research Associate at Coventry University from 2010 to 2012. Following that, I relocated to Switzerland, where I spent three years as a Lecturer in Organisation and Management.

My research interests focus on international Human Resource Management, with a particular emphasis on the influence of national cultural factors in employment, diversity management, and cross-cultural management. Drawing from both my personal and academic experiences, I am deeply committed to promoting social equality and strongly believe that no one should be marginalized or disadvantaged, regardless of their identity or background.

Tracy Hargreaves

I’m Tracy Hargreaves. I’m the Accommodation Manager for Grizedale College and look after around 600 on-campus students. I have quite a lot of experience of dealing with student conflict, housing issues and welfare, though two cases are never the same. I have worked on the Anti-harassment and Bullying Team before in its previous incarnation. I’m based on-campus Monday – Friday in A06, Grizedale College. I like knitting and playing tennis (badly!).

Ann-Marie Houghton

My name is Ann-Marie Houghton and I have worked at Lancaster for nearly 30 years and was pleased to be involved in the previous informal network that supported staff and students who had questions about, or who had experienced bullying or harassment. I am aware from that experience and from friends outside the university what an impact the things people say and how they behave can have on people. During my time at the university I have been involved in a range of Equality Diversity and Inclusion groups and initiatives and am committed to working with others to challenge injustices where they occur and promoting respect and inclusion within our community.

Carolyn Jackson

I’m Carolyn and I’m a professor in the School of Social Sciences. I first joined Lancaster University as a student in 1988 and, aside from short periods working elsewhere, have been here since. I’ve been involved in various support and advisory roles over the years, both inside and outside of the University, including other anti-harassment and bullying networks. My academic work is also focused on challenging social injustices, especially gender-related harassment and violence in educational contexts. I’m a member of the LGBTQ+ community.

James Mawdesley

Hello, I’m James Mawdesley and I have two jobs here at Lancaster University – I am a Research Development Officer in Research and Enterprise Services (partnered to the Faculty of Health and Medicine), and I am the Principal of Furness College. I have worked here since 2017, though I was previously a History student here. Away from work, I am a keen amateur cricketer and walker (this is me on top of Knipe Scar in the Lake District), and I am a long-suffering supporter of Preston North End FC.

I am very pleased to be part of this new network, and I hope that I will be able to help colleagues and students who are affected by bullying and harassment.

Seth Robinson

I am Seth a Senior Research Associate at the Lancaster Environment Centre. My background is in plant ecology, and I have been involved with a lot of field work and lab work. I was an exchange student in 2016 for a semester abroad through Binghamton University (State University of New York) and am happy to be back. Currently, I am working on a project that focuses on making research culture more sustainable. In my past work, I have been involved with mentoring and helping others navigate difficult working conditions that come with intense research. I enjoy being able to use my past experiences to help others. Outside of work I enjoy fishing and gardening.

Elaine Taylor

Hi, I’m Elaine. I am a Senior Lecturer at Lancaster Medical School and I have been the student support lead for the medical school since 2011. I have seen the impact that bullying, harassment and unwanted behaviours can have on individuals, students and staff, but I am also very aware of the difference that it can make, to feel listened to and supported in such situations. I am committed to providing that support whenever I can.

Garrath Williams

I’ve lectured at Lancaster since 2003, and am now a senior lecturer in the Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion. Much of my academic work has been concerned with how organisations work – how they can go wrong and how they can do better. I’m very glad to be a member of the network and to have the chance to help colleagues and students who are affected by bullying and harassment.