The University has appointed Winnie Eley as our new Vice-President (International). She will take up the post from 1 October 2018.
She’ll arrive in Southampton after five years as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (International and Advancement) at the University of Newcastle in Australia.
An experienced senior manager with a truly global outlook, Winnie has spent the last two decades in advancing education participation, and devising international and institutional strategy.
Winnie said:
“Simply Better is an important strategy to Southampton underpinned by collegiality, sustainability, quality and internationalisation – all these four principles are very dear to my heart.
“I look forward to joining and contributing to a global University that truly embraces diversity and cares to have a deliberate University-wide international strategy that will give Southampton lasting advantages and impact globally.”
Professor Sir Christopher Snowden, our President and Vice-Chancellor said:
“I’m delighted to welcome Winnie to Southampton where I believe her skills, experience and leadership in global engagement will make our University even more visible and interactive on the international stage.”
At Newcastle University, Winnie is a member of the Executive Committee taking strategic leadership of the University’s global engagement and representation; institutional partnerships and reputation; alumni relations and philanthropy; sponsorship and student mobility.
She also contributes to the achievement of the University’s vision 2025, NeW Futures Strategic Plan (2016-2025) and NeW Strategic Directions (2013-2015).
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