Professor Cheryl de la Rey appointed new Vice Chancellor of University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Professor Cheryl de la Rey appointed new Vice Chancellor of University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Published on 11 June 2018

Professor Cheryl de la Rey is the new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Canterbury in New Zealand.

Having been a member since 1963, the ACU is delighted that Professor de la Rey is taking up the reins at this prestigious institution – and we look forward to building on our engagement with universities in New Zealand.

Professor de la Rey is currently Vice-Chancellor of the University of Pretoria in South Africa, during her tenure she served as Vice-Chair of the ACU Council (our governing body). She actively champions women in leadership and is recognised internationally for her research and leadership.