From the President
Tēnā koutou katoa – Hi everyone
I’m getting more and more excited about our upcoming AAIR Forum in Melbourne at the end of November. This year our theme is ‘Life ACCORDing to AAIR’, and it’s not just for show. We’re linking it to the big changes happening in higher education emerging from the Australian Government’s Australian Universities Accord. While it may sound Aussie-centric, New Zealand is facing many of the same challenges and dynamics within tertiary education.
Our expert forum team is putting together a programme you won’t want to miss. Beyond the learning and the panels, the forum is a fantastic way to give your professional identity a boost. It’s like a backstage pass to what’s new and trending, making you a go-to person back at your own institution. I always love hearing different takes on the issues we all face – it’s one of my favourite parts of the whole event.
We’ve got workshops, keynotes, and panels again this year. Attending these sessions have helped me grow professionally year after year, and I have no doubt this year will be just as enriching.
This year’s forum is happening at a time when tertiary education is in a state of flux across our region, making it a perfect chance for all of us to get together, share ideas, and have a say in shaping the future of higher education.
Can’t wait to catch up with you all in Melbourne!
Ka kite anō – See you later
Stuart Terry
President, AAIR
