Membership
The University Council is chaired by the Chancellor, Dr Royden Somerville QC. In the absence of the Chancellor, the Pro-Chancellor, Mr Stephen Higgs deputises.
Appointed by the Minister for Tertiary Education
Ex Officio
- The Vice-Chancellor – Professor Harlene Hayne
Elected by the academic staff
Elected by the professional staff
President of the Otago University Students' Association Incorporated
Appointed by the University of Otago Council
Secretary to the Council
- Mr C J Stoddart