Meet Our Staff

Darcy grew up on a farm in rural New Zealand before studying economics and history. He completed BA(Hons) and MCom degrees, then a PhD in economics. Darcy has held academic appointments at Massey University (New Zealand), The University of Melbourne (twice), La Trobe University, and Australian Catholic University (ACU) prior to commencing as Principal of St Mary’s College in January 2015. He has also held visiting appointments in the US, France, England and Scotland. Darcy has taught in both undergraduate (eg BCom, BA, BSc) and graduate (eg MCom, MA, MBA, MSc) programs at each of the above universities and has supervised several doctoral students to successful completions of their PhD theses. He was previously a residential tutor at St Mary’s while undertaking postgraduate studies at the University of Melbourne, and later served on the College Council. Darcy has also been a member of the Senior Common Room of both Trinity College and Newman College, and of Wolfson Hall at the University of Glasgow.

Darcy’s research interests range across bullying and harassment, organisational culture, employee wellness, organisational effectiveness, valuing the human contribution to organisations, and the determinants of learning and teaching outcomes in universities. He has published in leading academic journals and, with over 2,000 citations in international peer-reviewed publications, he maintains an active research profile. He has presented his research at international conferences and seminars in many countries including Norway, Denmark, USA, England, France, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland, Greece and New Zealand. Darcy has been awarded research grants and has undertaken consultancies for organisations in the public and private sectors. He has also had significant leadership roles in universities, such as Chair of the Academic Progress Committee and membership of the Academic Board and the University Promotions Committee. He has served on the governing bodies of a range of organisations. For several years he served as Chair of the Board of Parade College – one of Melbourne’s largest and most highly regarded secondary colleges.

Darcy comments: “When I first came to Melbourne to study, I knew nobody. But I was fortunate to land here at St Mary’s – which in so many ways quickly became my ‘home-away-from-home’. The friendships formed in this unique community have endured over the years; I hope that many students in the future will also find here at St Mary’s their ‘home-away-from-home’.”
Email: principal@stmarys.unimelb.edu.au

Liz grew up in the country town of Camperdown in South West Victoria before attending the University of Melbourne where she completed a Bachelor of Arts and Diploma of Languages (Spanish). Liz spent two happy (and very busy) years as a student of St Mary’s during her undergraduate studies, the warm and close-knit community provided the perfect support for a move to city.

After her undergraduate studies Liz spent two years living in Spain where she taught English in bilingual primary and secondary schools. A highlight of Liz’s time abroad was walking the Camino Primitivo (the Primitive Way) from Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela.

Upon returning from overseas Liz re-joined the St Mary’s College community as a residential tutor, keen to share the same friendly guidance and support that helped during her time as a student of St Mary’s. Liz studied a Juris Doctor (JD) at Monash University during her three years as a residential tutor at the college.

Liz has since completed her JD, as well as a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice at the Leo Cussen Institute, and is shortly to be admitted as a graduate solicitor. Once admitted, Liz will continue to work in the community legal sector with the aim of contributing to essential access to justice for Victorians unable to afford private legal representation.

In her own time, Liz enjoys reading, crocheting and watching her beloved Collingwood Magpies in the AFL, AFLW and Super Netball championships.

She is internationally recognized for her research in areas of engineering and sustainability, such as healthy buildings and indoor air quality. Professor Steinemann serves as an adviser to governments and industries around the world, and has directed more than $24 million in competitive research funding. Her work has resulted in new federal and state legislation, agency policies and industry practices.

Professor Steinemann has received the highest teaching awards at the college, university, and national levels. She has published over 100 journal articles and textbooks, and is acclaimed as the most highly cited and published scholar in her research domain. In addition to academic recognition, Professor Steinemann’s research has received significant media coverage, spanning more than 2,000 major newspapers, magazines, and broadcast stations across six continents.

Professor Steinemann has previously held positions at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego; University of Washington; and Georgia Institute of Technology. She received her Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Stanford University.

Throughout her academic career, Professor Steinemann has created, led, and volunteered with Catholic ministries for the homeless, prisoners, student crisis counseling, defense of life, people with disabilities, refugees, faith and reason, and religious education.

Professor Steinemann has a profound interest in supporting students to develop holistically to their full potential and to become responsible, contributing members of society.

The Registrar plays a crucial role in managing student records and ensuring compliance with academic policies, supporting both students and the wider college community with confidentiality and care.

Brenda is trained as the Under 18 Safe Person and the Safe Co-ordinator and is committed to the wellbeing of all residents. She has 18 years’ experience in secondary education and a further 10 years at St Mary’s, and has a strong understanding of the college’s systems and culture. Her deeply pastoral approach underpins all her interactions.

Email: registrar@stmarys.unimelb.edu.au

Joanne coordinates the conference groups, the external special functions and Alumni events held at St Mary’s College.
Joanne also provides supervision and support to the housekeeping staff of St Mary’s College.

Email: accounts@stmarys.unimelb.edu.au or office@stmarys.unimelb.edu.au

Anji is passionate about delivering quality Information Services and promoting the value and importance of libraries. She particularly loves Readers Advisory and creating beautiful displays to create a warm and inspiring environment within the Academic Centre. Before becoming Librarian at the Allen and Maria Myers Academic Centre, Anji worked for many years in the public library system for Your Library Ltd and Shoalhaven Libraries. She has also taught in Literacy Support and Special Education in both high schools and primary schools in NSW.