Mr Chris Crabbe

I am passionate about enriching the student experience and ensuring student success through innovative and sustainable initiatives.

Currently, as Coordinator: Student Success in UniSA College, I develop and manage an interconnected suite of systems and resources tailored to enable students to succeed in their studies in the College's pathway programs for alternative entry into an undergraduate degree. I lead the Student Success team and enable the effective implementation of equitable and socially inclusive policy and practices to support students' transition to university.

As a member of the University of South Australia's Ally Network Working Group I hope to help cultivate an inclusive, safe and supportive environment in which all students can thrive, particularly those from the LGBTQIA+ Community. 

In my role as Coordinator: Community Engagement I led the team responsible for delivering meaningful student success and retention programs for our current students including; PASS, Academic Student Representatives, Orientation and UniMentors. The Community Engagement Team manage a suite of on-campus events and initiatives aimed at enhancing the student experience such as the Community Garden and Your Culture, My Culture.

As Project Officer: Student Engagement and Equity I focussed on delivering projects that have a positive impact on the student experience. I worked on a number of special projects including the university-wide rollout of the Academic Success Literacy Activity (ASLA) and the establishment of the Student Hardship Fund (COVID-19). 

Previously, as Coordinator: Student Life, I provided advice on the development, evolution, and management of the University’s strategy for establishing employability-focused volunteering and recognition programs for students, and led the implementation of relevant strategy and programs across the University.

A key focus as Coordinator: Student Life was driving engagement between students, external stakeholders, and internal stakeholders through a number of initiatives including; student volunteering, co-curricular recognition, and developing a sponsorship program for Orientation. I was responsible for the development and oversight of the University’s Orientation Partners Program, and leading the various activities to secure sponsors. I also oversaw the delivery of partnership benefits and commitments, managing the overall relationships between the University and internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Businiess - Frontline Management TAFE SA

• Professional Management Program University of Adelaide