The AUS will welcome Dr. Susan Mumm in August, following the approval of the appointment.
In a message to the AUS community, the Sharjah Ruler said that the new chancellor was identified after an extensive international search. The university’s board of trustees approved Dr. Mumm’s appointment upon the recommendation of the board’s Chancellor Search Committee.
His Highness added: “Dr. Mumm has extensive experience in higher education and is an accomplished historian. She is well prepared to lead AUS through the next phase of development. We also want to express our sincere appreciation to Professor Kevin Mitchell for remarkable commitment to the university during his period of service as Chancellor.” Prof Mitchell, who has served AUS and held various administrative roles since 1999, will return to his faculty appointment in the College of Architecture, Art and Design.
Dr. Mumm thanked His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for the trust and confidence placed in her, and stated her commitment to contributing to achieving the vision that His Highness had established for AUS. She added that she is honoured to be appointed to this leadership role at AUS, and looks forward to joining such a vibrant, highly respected, and ambitious institution that has earned a reputation for excellence in the region and beyond.
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