
Leadership Team

Welcome from our AVP
Welcome to the School of Continuing Studies at the University of Guelph! As the Assistant Vice President (AVP), I am thrilled to welcome you to a vibrant and growing community dedicated to lifelong learning. Our vision is to provide flexible, accessible, and high-quality educational opportunities for individuals at all stages of their personal and professional journeys. Whether you're seeking to advance your career, explore new fields of interest, develop essential skills, or find a pathway to a degree, we are here to support your growth and success.
At the heart of the School of Continuing Studies is our belief in the transformative power of education. Through a diverse range of programs, credentials, and online learning experiences, we are building a culture of continuous learning that empowers individuals to achieve their goals, strengthen their communities, and adapt to an ever-changing world.
As the School continues to grow and evolve, we remain committed to creating meaningful learning opportunities that respond to the needs of learners, employers, and communities. We are excited to be part of your journey and look forward to helping you achieve your goals, now and in the future.
Dr. Dianne Tyers
Assistant Vice-President, Continuing Studies
Meet Our Leadership Team

Carolyn Creighton
Director, Operations and People
Johnston Hall, Room 146
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 58513
Email: cacreigh@uoguelph.ca

Mark Dega
Manager, Finance, Data and Administration
Johnston Hall, Room 160
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 56406
Email: mdega@uoguelph.ca

Elizabeth Dirksen
Manager, Marketing and Communications
Johnston Hall, Room 142
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 53755
Email: edirksen@uoguelph.ca
Leanne Henderson
Manager, Business Development and Partnerships (on leave)
Johnston Hall, Room 155
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 53133
Email: lhende08@uoguelph.ca

Mariel Mading
Manager, Professional & Workforce Learning and Innovation
Johnston Hall, Room 157
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 54098
Email: mmading@uoguelph.ca

Lucy Mattucci
Manager, Learner Services
Johnston Hall, Room 160
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 53956
Email: lmattucc@uoguelph.ca

Megan Pickard
Manager, Digital Learning Design and Innovation
Johnston Hall, Room 148
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 53064
Email: meganp@uoguelph.ca

Robyn Purcell-Sturge
Manager, Learner Success and Credit Learning Access
Johnston Hall, Room 144
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 54828
Email: purcellr@uoguelph.ca

Jayne Roe
Manager, Global Continuing Studies
Johnston Hall, Room 154B
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 56353
Email: roej@uoguelph.ca

Greg Sabatine
Manager, Media and Educational Technology
Johnston Hall, Room 057
Phone: 519-824-4120 ext. 56042
Email: gsabatin@uoguelph.ca

Dr. Dianne Tyers
Assistant Vice-President
Johnston Hall, Room 145
Phone: 226-332-4279
Email: dtyers@uoguelph.ca