Our People
Mike Eastman | Director
Mike has been a director and general manager for over 30 years and has been responsible for all aspects of business development and operations.
His focus is on inspirational team leadership, relationship-building, collaboration, and innovation.
Mike was the head of contemporary music at Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) for 15 years, lecturing in ensemble skills, song writing, music production and studio skills. He has also lectured in music technology at the University of Western Australia.
He is the Vice Chair of the Regional Universities Centre Network Advisory Committee (RUCNAC) and is on the board of the Albany Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
kristina low | CENTRE COORDINATOR
Kristina joined the Great Southern Universities Centre in April 2023. She’s dedicated to helping the region’s students navigate and thrive in the (at times overwhelming!) world of tertiary education and online study.
Kristina has worked in teaching and learning coordination roles and communications at universities, not-for-profits and local government.
Her most recent role was with the University of Tasmania providing communications and program support for a health research partnership.
HOLLY PEPPER | STUDENT SUPPORT/PROJECT OFFICER
Holly’s professional experience spans creative fields and education settings, having spent many years designing and implementing practical learning experiences for adults and young people.
She has worked as a teacher in high schools, primary schools, vocational training settings and informal education programs. The combination of her skills and lived experiences give her both the practical skills to assist students with their remote study.
Over the past 3 years she has worked as a Project Coordinator at the Denmark Environment Centre developing community engagement events and activities in two way science. Holly will be putting these project skills to use to develop innovative ways for students to engage and learn.
JANE MOURITZ | associates coordinator
Jane was a proactive community builder and leader in the Hyden community, supporting adult education and being an early adopter of Westlink remote satellite learning through TAFE.
Jane has first-hand experience of studying remotely with limited internet access so understands the challenges many online and regional students face.
Jane lectures in business at Southern Regional TAFE and has served in local government as an appointed member to many State and national advisory committees.
As a result of her experience in community capacity building, Jane recognises the mutual benefits of establishing networks of diversely talented people who can inspire, mentor and support students as they journey through online tertiary education.