UEA appoints Professor David Maguire as substantive Vice-Chancellor
By: Communications
It has been confirmed that Professor David Maguire has been appointed substantive Vice-Chancellor at the University of East Anglia (UEA).
Professor David Maguire joined UEA as interim Vice-Chancellor in spring 2023, initially for a period of two years.
Following detailed consideration and consultation, UEA Council, the University’s governing body, has agreed unanimously to confirm Professor Maguire as substantive Vice-Chancellor and President.
Dr Sally Howes, Chair of Council and Pro Chancellor, UEA, said: “Stability and consistency, together with outstanding research and teaching leadership are key to securing UEA’s long-term sustainability and academic success. Professor Maguire will ensure recovery and change continue at pace, and that UEA’s mission to provide outstanding education and research for the public benefit is realised.
“I am confident that he is the best person to provide the focus needed to guide UEA into a sustainable and positive future.”
She continued: “Professor Maguire has expressed his commitment to delivering the leadership UEA needs to navigate the many challenges facing the Higher Education sector. I know that he has been impressed by all that the University offers and its role as an anchor institution in the region.
“UEA is an incredibly successful global institution which delivers outstanding education to thousands of students from across the world, and world-leading research across a wide portfolio of disciplines. I am pleased that he will be here to lead the delivery of UEA’s long term vision and strategy.”
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