boundaries of knowledge and practice
through research and knowledge
exchange. But delivering excellent
teaching is of the utmost importance and
should go hand in hand with research and
knowledge exchange.
How do you see your relationship with
alumni and friends of the University?
I know that QMU graduates are to
be found in meaningful, influential and
inspirational roles at all levels and in
all sectors in Scotland, the UK and
internationally. I hope to meet as many
of our alumni as soon as possible, and
help ensure that their connection with the
University feels relevant and fulfilling to
them. QMU is fortunate too, in having
so many friends and supporters across
the world. I aim to help the University
nurture and build on these important
relationships, focusing on our shared
commitment to providing opportunities for
students, and to make the world a better
place through our graduates, research and
knowledge exchange.
Can you tell us about your life out of
work?
I am married with two adult daughters
(aged 25 and 21). When I was young, I
played rugby and I love pretty much all
spectator sport. I also do triathlons ā
slowly.
As you might expect from someone who
has served two terms on the board of the
Edinburgh International Festival, I really
enjoy culture, and not just high culture - I
can assure you that Iām equally happy
watching stand-up comedy as I am at
the opera.
And my niece is a proud QMU graduate.
* Sir Paul Grice was officially installed as
Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Queen
Margaret University at a ceremony hosted
at The Brunton Hall in Musselburgh,
attended by QMU Chancellor Prue
Leith CBE, the Rt Hon Ken Macintosh
MSP (Presiding Officer of the Scottish
Parliament), staff and students.
To read more about the installation,
please visit www.qmu.ac.uk/principal-
installation. ā
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