New President and Vice-Chancellor for The University of Manchester
A distinguished Life Scientist, Dame Nancy has been a member of staff at the University since 1987 and Deputy President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor since 2007. She will take-up her post on 1st July 2010 succeeding Professor Alan Gilbert, who is retiring after six years. Professor Gilbert was the inaugural President and Vice-Chancellor of The University of Manchester, which was established following the merger of the Victoria University of Manchester and UMIST. Commenting on her appointment, Dame Nancy said: "I am honoured and delighted to be invited to lead the University at this exciting time. I am determined to maintain the strategic focus that we have developed over the past six years and to work closely with colleagues to identify new priorities and opportunities for the University in the very challenging external environment that we will face over the next few years." Chairman of the Appointment Panel and Chairman-elect of the University's Board of Governors Mr Anil Ruia said: "Dame Nancy will bring her own distinctive strengths, perspective and style to the role of President and Vice-Chancellor which will enable the University to build upon the remarkable progress that we have made under Professor Alan Gilbert's leadership." An image of Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell is available upon request - Contact: Jon Keighren, Media Relations Manager, The University of Manchester, 0161 275 8384 - Biographical Notes Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell was born in Tarleton, near Preston, and educated at Penwortham Girls' Grammar School.
