New Chancellor elected

She succeeds HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who stepped down from the role in 2010, having held it since 1953. The Princess Royal has been elected as Chancellor with effect from March 31st, 2011. The Princess Royal is also Patron of the University's Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies. She will be the University's eighth Chancellor in the 150-year history of the position. I am delighted that The Princess Royal is to become our new Chancellor and I welcome her to this important role at the heart of University life. Professor Sir Timothy O'Shea Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University - The role of Chancellor. The Chancellor is President of the General Council and nominates an Assessor in the University Court.