An introduction to our three female Pro Vice-Chancellors, who make up 50 % of our PVC team.

Pro Vice-Chancellor of Education

Professor Helen O’ Sullivan

Professor O’ Sullivan started her new role in January and joins Keele from the University of Liverpool, where she was Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor( Online Learning) and Professor of Medical Education.

“ I am passionate about how higher education can change people’ s lives and how we can provide that opportunity for as many students as possible. I’ m looking forward to helping Keele push forward and differentiate on what we offer our students, and working on employability opportunities and civic volunteer engagements, so our students can learn a wide range of skills and thrive in a complex world.”

Read more about Professor O’ Sullivan at keele. ac. uk / pvchelenosullivan

Pro Vice-Chancellor for Students

Dr Anne Loweth

Dr Loweth started her role in September 2017, taking on the strategic leadership of all aspects of student-related activities to promote and enhance the student experience at Keele, encompassing campus life, academic induction, transition and attainment as well as student support and wellbeing.

“ I am really proud of Keele’ s previous achievements in reaching high levels of student satisfaction and engagement, and I’ m looking forward to working with our dedicated staff who go above and beyond to provide the best education and experience for our students. I am passionate about continuing and building on Keele’ s supportive community, and helping our students develop to leave as highly skilled, employable graduates.”

Read more about Dr Loweth at keele. ac. uk / pvcanneloweth

Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean

Professor Pauline Walsh

Professor Walsh started her role in October 2017; her previous research focus has been around the student experience and in particular student attrition, belonging and retention and more recently has evolved into exploring the development of resilience within but with a particular focus on their resilience in managing challenging issues during clinical placement.

“ I have always had a passion for research led practice and education and since moving to Keele I have been keen to develop the School of Nursing and Midwifery, and I will continue to do so in my wider role as PVC and Executive Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

“ The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences provides excellent education and world-class research and I’ m looking forward to seeing continued growth and development in all areas.”

Read more about Professor Walsh at keele. ac. uk / pvcpaulinewalsh