Results of the February 2022 Elections

Proposed by Dr William Duncan, BSc 1972, PhD 1977

Seconded by Professor Andrew Miller, BSc 1958, PhD 1962

I could contribute effectively to the work of the Business Committee by drawing on my extensive knowledge of higher education, wide experience of working in the sector, and the relevant skills I have developed in different roles, including General Secretary of the RSE and Chair of the Scottish Funding Council. 

Proposed by Professor Stephen Hillier, DSc 1992

Seconded by Dr Shruti Chaudhry, PhD 2016

Graduate: Oxford (German/French). Edinburgh (European Legal Affairs). Austrian Consul a/D Scotland 2003/2016. Professional focus: international discourse in public affairs. Member GC Business Committee 2013/21. Building on University's Consular Memorandum of Understanding, wish to continue strengthening UoE's links with centres of learning, government, peoples in Europe and beyond.

Proposed by Dr David James Robert Houston, PhD 1976, MBA 1987

Seconded by Professor Ann McIntyre Smyth, BSc 1970, PhD 1974, MPhil 1975

Improving member engagement was a personal priority during my first term. I remain keen to ensure that members have a voice in furthering the University's strategy and can contribute actively to its new Community Plan. If re-elected, I hope to develop additional platforms to showcase the University's many world-leading achievements.

Proposed by Mrs Maria Weronika Gutowska-Ding, BSc 2010, PhD 2015

Seconded by Mrs Danielle Irving, BSc 2009

I am excited to stand for election and help to equip the next generation of Edinburgh students! I bring a passion for bringing people together, an excellent knowledge of government pressures and sensitivities placed upon the University, and extensive experience sitting on government bodies, boards and councils across the UK.

Proposed by Professor David Stuart Robertson, BSc 1984

Seconded by Mr James Robert Nisbet, BSc 1987

Recently retired administrator with extensive knowledge of HE and the University.  Held Deputy Secretary, Director of Planning and College Registrar roles in the University. Governance/non-executive director experience includes Chair of Association of University Administrators, governor of University of the Highlands and Islands, Management Committee Student Awards Agency Scotland.