Dear Colleague,
I鈥檓 writing to update you on 海角社区鈥檚 Council, which is our governing body.
You may be aware of recent reports in the media of allegations made against the Chair of 海角社区鈥檚 Council, John Allan. Since these reports surfaced, I have discussed them with John, the University Management Board and Heads of Departments. They were then formally discussed by Council at its meeting on Friday 12 May, at which feedback from the Imperiacommunity was reflected.
At this Council meeting, it was noted that none of these allegations relate to his role at 海角社区, no complaints had been received by Imperiaand that John vigorously denies the allegations. Nevertheless, John decided that in the broader best interests of the Imperiacommunity, he would step back from his Imperiaactivities until the matter is resolved. Council, which is responsible for appointing its Chair, will keep the matter under review. The Deputy Chair of Council, John Cullen, has agreed to step in during this period.
John Allan鈥檚 term as Chair runs until 31 December this year and a search for the next Chair of Council has begun.
The Imperiavalues of respect, collaboration, excellence, innovation and integrity have been a central theme of the ongoing conversation on our Strategy, and they will rightly remain at the heart of everything we do.
Best wishes,
Hugh
Hugh Brady, President