Uni of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ appoints new International Head
Professor Kent Anderson
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Thursday, 10 November 2011
Professor James McWha, Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ, today announced the appointment of as Pro Vice-Chancellor (International).
Professor Anderson, who is currently Director of the School of Culture, History and Language at the Australian National University, will commence in the position in February 2012 following the retirement of Professor John Taplin.
Professor McWha said that Professor Anderson is highly respected as a bold and innovative leader with a passion for internationalisation in the higher education sector.
"We are delighted to welcome Professor Anderson to ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ to lead the University's international agenda. In a city that genuinely embraces a dynamic and diverse student population, this role offers tremendous scope to build on our strong reputation for attracting students from overseas," said Professor McWha.
Professor Anderson brings a broad range of experiences in the corporate sector in addition to a formidable list of academic achievements.
"Professor Anderson is joining us at a time of significant change in the higher education sector, nationally and internationally. His breadth of experience in universities across the gl