Internationalisation

Deans for Global Engagement

International Engagement at Glasgow is led by Rachel Sandison, Vice-Principal, External Relations with support from Assistant Vice-Principal (International) Professor William Cushley.

In addition, Deans for Global Engagement work strategically at regional level to support internationalisation at University of Glasgow. The Deans:

• support the Vice Principal, External Relations and the Assistant Vice-Principal (International) by acting as a source of expertise in their region’s education sector, and; 
• provide advice and guidance to University of Glasgow staff, relating to government and the Higher Education sector.

Their role is to establish priorities and facilitate decisions that will enhance and support strategic internationalisation initiatives. Each Dean for Global Engagement is responsible for taking forward a regional strategy for the University - promoting academic business development including:

• delivery of education;
• collaborative research;
• knowledge transfer activities, and;
• student experience and recruitment.

The Deans manage relationships at all levels internally and externally - building the reputation of the University across their region. They identify, promote and support research by engaging with overseas governments and industry.

They also perform ambassadorial roles - representing the University within the region and to incoming delegations.