High-level roundtable for vice chancellors

Professor Kanwar welcomed 24 attendees from 12 countries to the Roundtable for Vice Chancellors and Senior Officials, held at the Open University of Mauritius and co-hosted by the university and COL.

The two-day roundtable discussions centred around four key themes, each facilitated by a panel of experts, which emphasised the need for educational institutions to adapt to changing demographics and evolving student population needs. The expected outcomes were specifically designed to aid in refining overall approaches to technology, quality assurance, climate change and leadership.

The roundtable’s primary objective was to engage higher education leaders in constructive dialogue to formulate proactive strategies for positioning universities effectively in the face of global disruptions. Recommendations included embracing technological innovations like generative artificial intelligence, utilising data effectively, supporting a green learning agenda and building upon effective leadership practices for increased institutional efficiency and effectiveness.