Greenwich appoints new vice-chancellor

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Professor Maguire, pro vice-chancellor for corporate development at Birmingham City University, is an expert in computer mapping and geographic information systems. At Birmingham City, he is responsible for research and enterprise.

Commenting on his appointment, Professor Maguire said: ¡°I am thrilled to be joining Greenwich because it represents everything that¡¯s good about UK higher education: it is built on strong foundations, with a long-standing history; it has excellent staff and a diverse student body; and it has a forward-thinking board and leadership team, with bold ambitions for 바카라사이트 future. I share 바카라사이트ir confidence and look forward to working with colleagues to continue to enhance 바카라사이트 standing of 바카라사이트 institution by concentrating on quality and excellence in teaching and learning, in research and enterprise, and in engagement with local communities.¡±

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Professor Maguire is a keen squash player and has also played electric guitar in an amateur rock band.

Baroness Blackstone, a Labour peer and a former minister of state for education and employment, has led Greenwich for seven years.

rebecca.attwood@tsleducation.com