Membership
The University Council is chaired by the Chancellor, Mr Stephen Higgs. In the absence of the Chancellor, the Pro-Chancellor, Ms Trish Oakley deputises.
Appointed by the Minister of Education
Ex Officio
- The Vice-Chancellor – Professor David Murdoch
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
- Ms J A Thompson