Vice-Chancellor's Update
All the regular updates issued by the Vice-Chancellor

Vice-Chancellor's Update - December 2020
Update | 14 December, 2020
This is my final update of 2020 in what has been an unprecedented and challenging year for everyone.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - November 2020
Update | 2 November, 2020
As we are now nearly mid-way through our first semester of the 20/21 academic year, it is important to take stock and reflect on the continuing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic to our University community.

Message from our Vice-Chancellor
Queen's Community | 15 September, 2020
WATCH: A video message from our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ian Greer.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - August 2020
Update | 3 August, 2020
Over the last few weeks, more staff have been returning to campus with the re-opening of a number of key student-facing facilities, including the McClay Library and the Graduate School.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - July 2020
Update | 3 July, 2020

Vice-Chancellor's Update - June 2020
Update | 8 June, 2020
As the University prepares for the new academic year and transitioning out of lockdown, we are currently working on detailed measures, guidance and policies to ensure the campus remains a safe and welcoming place to live, work and study.

Video Message from our Vice-Chancellor
Queen's Community | 25 May, 2020
WATCH: A video message from our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ian Greer.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - May 2020
Update | 13 May, 2020
As we continue to deal with the challenges of COVID-19, I wanted to reassure all staff that we are continuing to operate University business as best we can, whilst also planning for the future in this uncertain environment.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - April 2020
Update | 2 April, 2020
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the past few weeks have seen unprecedented change in how we work and live.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - February 2020
Update | 24 February, 2020
Last week, the University was presented with a Queen’s Anniversary Prize for our work on Shared Education by The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall at a ceremony in Buckingham Palace.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - January 2020
Update | 20 January, 2020
The New Year started with the announcement that Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton is our new Chancellor.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - December 2019
Update | 13 December, 2019
As we approach the end of 2019, it has been a busy few weeks for our University, with much to celebrate.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - November 2019
Update | 8 November, 2019
At the end of October, the University hosted a major event in New York which showcased the work and talent of the Seamus Heaney Centre.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - September 2019
Update | 23 September, 2019
The start of the new academic year is always an exciting time for our new and returning students.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - July 2019
Update | 3 July, 2019
We have just finished this year’s Summer Graduation Ceremonies when over 4,000 students received their degrees.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - June 2019
Update | 3 June, 2019
A few weeks ago, I visited India along with colleagues from Marketing, Recruitment, Communications and Internationalisation, Faculties and the Graduate School.

Easter 2019 Update
An update from the Vice-Chancellor on his first six months at Queen's
Easter Update
Vice-Chancellor's Update - April 2019
Update | 5 April, 2019
Another major milestone has been reached in our journey towards the first City Deal for Northern Ireland.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - March 2019
Update | 11 March, 2019
In last month’s update, I highlighted the recent launch of the Students’ Union campaign to tackle mental health issues facing students.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - February 2019
Update | 11 February, 2019
Last week we celebrated the achievements of staff from across the University at the annual Staff Excellence Awards Ceremony.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - December 2018
Update | 17 December, 2018
Queen’s Graduations took place last week with almost 2,000 students graduating over the course of two days and five ceremonies.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - November 2018
Update | 9 November, 2018
The recent announcement by the Chancellor, Philip Hammond, that a £350 million investment has been secured for a Belfast Region City Deal is great news for the entire region.

Vice-Chancellor's Update - October 2018
Update | 15 October, 2018
It has been a memorable week for our university with the award of an honorary degree to Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Update from the Vice-Chancellor
Update | 28 September, 2018
This is the first of my regular updates aimed at keeping you informed about the latest news from my office and key issues for the University.