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Glyn Davis Returns as University of Melbourne Interim Vice-Chancellor Starting Feb. 2

University leaders say his short-term return will provide stability to keep Strategy 2030 moving.

Overview

  • Chancellor Jane Hansen announced the appointment on Monday, citing a need for leadership, stability and confidence.
  • Glyn Davis previously led the university from 2005 to 2018 and later served as Secretary of the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet.
  • Professors Michael Wesley and Jane Gunn will continue as acting vice-chancellors until Davis begins on February 2.
  • The council framed the interim move as supporting early implementation of the newly approved Strategy 2030.
  • Emma Johnston, the university’s first female vice-chancellor, died in December at 52 after finalising the first step of Strategy 2030.