A Congregation Discussion, held in the Sheldonian Theatre, on the topic of the University's Draft Strategic Plan (2013/14–2017/18)
In accordance with the regulation governing topics for discussion, no vote was taken at the Congregation meeting, but Council will be required to give consideration to the remarks made.
Following the Congregation Discussion and the wider consultation, the draft Strategic Plan will be amended in the light of comments received and presented to Council and Congregation for approval by the end of Trinity term 2013.
SPEAKERS IN THE DISCUSSION (IN ORDER)
Dr Sally Mapstone, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) and Chair of the Strategic Plan Steering Group (opening remarks)
Professor Alex Halliday, Head of the MPLS Division
Professor Alastair Buchan, Head of the Medical Sciences Division
Professor Shearer West, Head of the Humanities Division
Mr Tim Gardam, Chairman of the Conference of Colleges and Principal of St Anne’s College
Professor Ian Walmsley, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research & ASUC)
Dr Fernanda Pirie, Director, Centre for Socio-Legal Studies
Dr Stephen Goss, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Personnel & Equality)