Professor becomes first Aboriginal person to chair a Uni Academic Board
Published on 23 August, 2012
Professor Bronwyn Fredericks took charge of CQUniversity's Academic Board meeting on Wednesday (Aug 22) and reflected on a milestone.
It's believed she is the first Aboriginal person to chair an Academic Board at an Australian university.
Professor Bronwyn Fredericks prepares to chair her first Academic Board meeting
Professor Fredericks is the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) and BMA Chair in Indigenous Engagement.
During her introductory address as the incoming President of Academic Board, replacing Professor Jennelle Kyd, she acknowledged she was standing on the shoulders of Elders and Indigenous and non-Indigenous academics who helped pave the way for this achievement. Professor Fredericks additionally praised the leadership of CQUniversity for recognising her skills, knowledge and experience and all that she could bring to the role.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Scott Bowman commented on Bronwyn's exemplary academic, research and community track record.
"Her experience and expertise will ensure she is able to provide strong leadership and advice on all matters relating to the academic strategic direction, as well as upholding high quality teaching, scholarship and research within CQUniversity," the Vice-Chancellor said.
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