There are two events each year where the network comes together to consider and share experience on key strategic matters impacting higher education. A carefully curated agenda of presentations and discussions, shaped in partnership with the members of the network, provides leaders with precious quality time so often lacking in today’s environment. Time in which to network with peers from across the sector within a Chatham House Rule environment.
We are pleased to welcome Professor Kate O’Riordan, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Education and Students at the University of Sussex, and Professor Josie Fraser, Provost & Deputy Vice-Chancellor at The Open University, as co-convenors of the network.
Can’t think of a better way to meet peers from across such a diverse range of universities in a relaxed and friendly environment. Fantastic sense of community and common purpose.”
Dr Tracey McClean, Deputy Vice-Principal for Education, Institute of Health and Social Care Studies
Upcoming Network Event
Date: 19 November 2026
Venue: The Studio, 7 Cannon Street, Birmingham, B2 5EP
Time: 10:00 – 16:00 GMT
This event is free to attend. The agenda and speaker details will be shared closer to the date.
Upcoming Network Event
Date: 13 May 2027
Venue: Friends House, 173–177 Euston Road, London
Time: 10:00 – 16:00 BST
This event is free to attend. The agenda and speaker details will be shared closer to the date.
The event provided an opportunity to prompt my thinking whilst being reassured that I am not alone in the challenges we face.”
Tony Michael, PVC Learning, Teaching and Student Success, QMUL
Co-convenors
Professor Josie A Fraser
Provost & Deputy Vice-Chancellor
The Open University
Professor Kate O’Riordan
Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education and Students)
University of Sussex
The PVC network is a great opportunity to discuss shared challenges with colleagues from other universities and colleges.”
Professor Helen Scott, Deputy Principal (Education), University of Stirling
