In an article for the Times Higher Education election special collection, Anthony McClaran, GuildHE Chair and Vice Chancellor of St Mary’s University, Twickenham, explains how higher education institutions should build a strong regional presence, addressing local issues and driving growth, then find innovative ways to demonstrate their impact to the public and policymakers.
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A new UK government will soon be in place, and regardless of the general election result, the process of change brings possibilities. It is an opportune time to consider how higher education institutions can communicate economic and societal value and strengthen their voice in regional strategic planning for growth and regeneration.
Professor Anthony McClaran, Vice Chancellor, St Mary's University Twickenham