Waikato appoints new Deputy Vice-Chancellor

The University of Waikato has appointed Professor Alister Jones as its new Deputy Vice- Chancellor. He will be responsible for research development, the academic curriculum, quality assurance and will continue to progress teaching and research collaborations at national and international levels. He will also be responsible for the University’s engagement with the Bay of Plenty including its current academic programmes and the potential development of a new physical infrastructure there.

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Currently Dean of the Faculty of Education, Professor Jones has a science and teaching background. His former positions have included Research Fellow at King’s College London, and Directorships of Waikato University Research Centres. He is an Adjunct Professor at Kasetsart University in Thailand, and an Honorary Professor at Hong Kong Institute of Education. He also sits on the APEC science and maths teacher education working group.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Roy Crawford says Professor Jones has established and maintained an excellent record for innovation and is a key academic leader in the University.

“Under his direction the Faculty of Education has earned substantial external contracts in research, curriculum and teacher development and I am confident he will extend his influence and expertise for the benefit of the whole university.”

Professor Jones says Waikato University punches above its weight in many areas and his goal is not only to expand on these, but also to ensure that the many achievements of the University are highly visible.

“The more we are talking to government and other funders, strengthening our research infrastructure, and establishing collaborations at local, national and international levels the more benefits we will see. These are not just for the University but also for the region. We will build on what has already been done, while ensuring our teaching, learning and research endeavours are aligned with our stakeholders’ needs.”

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