New Associate Vice-Chancellor for Brisbane Campus

New Associate Vice-Chancellor for Brisbane Campus

Professor Jim Nyland took up the role of Associate Vice-Chancellor (Brisbane) at Australian Catholic University (ACU) this month.

Professor Nyland holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in History from the University of North Wales and a Masters in Information Studies from Manchester Metropolitan University. He has been awarded a Doctorate in Education (EdD) from the University of Derby (UK) for his thesis on exploring university engagement with work, society and democracy through innovative learning systems.

Professor Nyland has held academic appointments around the world. He comes to ACU from the University of Queensland, where he held the office of Director (Executive Education) and Director (Corporate Education - UQ Business School Downtown).

He has also served as Manager and Principle Advisor in the Vice-Chancellor’s Office for Engagement at Griffith University, Assistant Director (Academic Development) at the University of Derby, and Curriculum Service Manager at New College Nottingham in Nottinghamshire (UK).

Professor Nyland’s scholarly record includes numerous publications, working papers, conference submissions and papers in the areas of higher education, organisational learning and business.

Professor Nyland said he was delighted to be appointed as Associate Vice-Chancellor (Brisbane).

“I’m thrilled to guide the campus through a period of exceptional growth, building upon the work already completed by ACU’s dedicated staff,” he said.

“In particular, I wish to promote innovation, develop new facilities and courses, and attract world-class staff.”

“I am excited to be joining ACU at this particular time in its history. I’m proud to have been given the opportunity to work for an organisation with such a strong ethics and community focus, and I’m looking forward to working closely with colleagues at all levels to enhance our reputation and impact.”

ACU’s Vice-Chancellor Professor Greg Craven said he was pleased welcome Professor Nyland to the University.

“The Brisbane Campus is continually growing, not only in student numbers, but in staff numbers, research output, campus facilities and course offerings,” he said.

“We have committed to an extensive building program, including $18 million worth of improvements at the Brisbane Campus to accommodate new physiotherapy and exercise science courses.

“I am confident Professor Nyland will be a great asset in leading the expanding campus. He has a proven record of notable academic appointments and leadership roles.”