Understand our structure
For a visual representation of how ACU is structured and which portfolios each leader is responsible for, download a copy of our organisational chart.
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Our key leaders
Each member of our leadership team progresses the work of the University – and its standing in the community – by managing a portfolio.
| Vice-Chancellor and President |
Professor Zlatko Skrbis The Vice-Chancellor and President is our chief executive officer, represents ACU both nationally and internationally, provides strategic leadership, and oversees the operational management of the University. |
| Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) |
Professor Meg Stuart The Provost is responsible for the Academic Portfolio: ensuring academic quality is maintained, overseeing the faculties, and providing the operational delivery of ACU's academic program. Meet our Interim Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) |
| Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) |
Dr Stephen Weller The Chief Operating Officer is responsible for the Corporate Services Portfolio. This portfolio covers a broad range of areas including: properties and facilities, student administration, information technology, and finance. Meet our Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) |
| Vice President |
Father Anthony Casamento CSMA The Vice President is responsible for Catholic-related operations of the University. His portfolio includes the Directorate of Identity and Mission, Campus Ministry and ACU Engagement. The Office of the Vice President animates programs and activities that engage, celebrate and support the University community's development in and understanding of our mission, Catholic identity and living traditions. |
| Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Enterprise) |
Professor Abid Khan
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| Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Ethics) |
Professor Hayden Ramsay The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Ethics), has responsibility for projects aligned to the University strategic priorities as assigned by the Vice-Chancellor. As Professor of Catholic Philosophy the position provides intellectual leadership, particularly in the fields of philosophy and ethics. |
| Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global and Education Pathways) |
Mr Chris Riley The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global and Education Pathways) oversees the team responsible for the intake of international students into ACU courses, including setting policy and managing enrolments. He also oversees the programs for outgoing domestic students studying abroad, and builds relationships with our partner universities across the globe. Meet our Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global and Education Pathways) |
| Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Impact) |
Professor Sandra Jones The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Impact) provides leadership, advice and support for the University's community engagement strategy. The role includes implementing a framework to measure research engagement and impact. |
| Acting Campus Dean, Brisbane |
Professor Suzanne Kuys The Campus Dean, Queensland represents the Vice-Chancellor on a local level and deals with important campus issues, including nurturing and building relationships with external stakeholders locally. |
| Executive Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences |
Professor Suzanne Chambers AO The Executive Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences is an academic leadership role. The Faculty of Health Sciences is made up of the School of Allied Health, School of Behavioural and Health Sciences and the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine. |
| Executive Dean, Faculty of Education and Arts |
Professor Mary Ryan The Executive Dean, Faculty of Education and Arts is an academic leadership role. The Faculty of Education and Arts is made up of the National School of Arts and Humanities and School of Education. The Executive Dean oversees management of the faculty and schools. Executive Dean, Faculty of Education and Arts
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| Executive Dean of Law and Business |
Professor Andrew O’Neil The Executive Dean, Faculty of Law and Business is an academic leadership role. The Faculty of Law and Business is made up of the Thomas More Law School and the Peter Faber Business School. The Executive Dean oversees management of the faculty and schools. |
| Executive Dean, Faculty of Theology and Philosophy |
Professor Dermot Nestor The Executive Dean, Faculty of Theology and Philosophy is an academic leadership role. The Faculty of Theology and Philosophy is made up of the School of Theology and the School of Philosophy. The Executive Dean oversees management of the faculty and schools. |
| Campus Dean, Ballarat |
Professor Bridget Aitchison The Campus Dean, Ballarat represents the Vice-Chancellor on a local level and deals with important campus issues, including nurturing and building relationships with external stakeholders locally. |
| Campus Dean, Strathfield |
Associate Professor Miriam Tanti The Campus Dean, Strathfield represents the Vice-Chancellor on a local level and deals with important campus issues, including nurturing and building relationships with external stakeholders locally. |
| Deputy Chief Operating Officer |
Mr Paul Campbell The Office of the Deputy Chief Operating Officer is responsible for Infrastructure and Capital Planning. |
Our directorates
Learn more about the administrative units that ensure the day-to-day running of the University.
Learn more about our directorates