Curtin University has announced highly accomplished executive Dr Vanessa Guthrie AO as its new Chancellor, starting April 1, 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Currently Curtin\u2019s Pro Chancellor, Dr Guthrie has been a member of the University Council since 2017 and has experience across a portfolio of board positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She is a Non-Executive Director of Santos Limited, Tronox Holdings PLC, Lynas Rare Earths Limited and Orica; Non-Executive Director of Cricket Australia and Infrastructure Australia; and Chair of FITE Brain Cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Her qualifications span geology, environment, law and business management \u2014 including a Doctor of Philosophy in Geology and an Honorary Doctor of Science from Curtin University \u2014 and she has substantial experience in diverse mining industry roles including operations, environment, community, indigenous affairs, corporate development and sustainability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dr Guthrie said it was a rare privilege to have the opportunity to make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cCurtin is a university where our ambition to \u201cmake tomorrow better\u201d comes to life,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOur strategy, built around People, Planet and Partnerships, is one which has the student experience, our rich research performance and our commitment to being a part of the community at its heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAs John Curtin said, \u2018Above all else, the university must have a soul\u2019; this is reflected in our strong focus on equity and improving people\u2019s lives through education, no matter their background.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mr Rob Cole, who has served on the Curtin Council since 2022, will be the new Pro Chancellor when Dr Guthrie steps up as Chancellor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mr Cole has over 35 years\u2019 experience in energy, resources, infrastructure, and the legal profession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He is a former Woodside Executive Director, Beach Energy Managing Director and partner-in-charge of Mallesons in Perth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He is currently Chair of two ASX-listed companies \u2014 Iluka Resources Ltd and Perenti Ltd \u2014 and Chair of privately owned Perth Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He is also a former Chair of three Government Trading Entities \u2013 Synergy, Southern Ports and Landgate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n