The University Council is the governing body of the University of Otago.
Council is chaired by the Chancellor, and its membership comprises elected, appointed and co-opted members representing key stakeholders including alumni, students and staff. The current Chancellor, Ms Trish Oakley, leads the 12-member Council.
The Council is constituted and empowered by legislation that sets out its functions and duties, which includes setting the University’s long-term strategy, its financial performance, and appointing the Vice-Chancellor, who is the chief executive and employer of all other staff.
Email council@otago.ac.nz