UWS appoints new DVC

Professor Wayne McKenna has been appointed to the new role of deputy vice-chancellor (academic and research) at the University of Western Sydney. McKenna will lead the new Division of Academic and Research which integrates all academic-related functions including academic development, teaching, research, engagement, the library and human resources. McKenna has worked at UWS in various roles since September 2000. Previously, McKenna has worked at the University of Newcastle; University of Geneva, Switzerland; and the University of Toulouse, France.