Taylor’s University Welcomes New Vice-Chancellor
Subang Jaya, January 22, 2024 -- Following the global search for Taylor’s University new Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Barry Winn joins the institution today, bringing nearly four decades of expertise in higher education leadership, research, and academic development.
Taylor’s Education Group Executive Chairman, Dato’ Loy Teik Ngan welcomed the move of Professor Winn into the Taylor’s University family. “We are pleased to have Professor Winn as the new Vice-Chancellor and President of Taylor’s University. His remarkable experience and visionary leadership perfectly resonate with our commitment to fostering excellence in education. We eagerly anticipate the transformative impact that he will usher in, propelling Taylor’s University to new heights of success and innovation.”
Professor Winn has a solid track record in higher education leadership.
In his capacity of the Vice-Chancellor of Sohar University in Oman from 2015 to 2022, the University grew its student body to 7,000 and a dedicated academic staff of 180. Professor Winn previously held key positions at reputable institutions where he served as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academic Development at the University of Bradford, and prior to that the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Enterprise at the University of Hull. His earlier roles include Dean of the School of Life Sciences at the University of Bradford.
At a glance
- Company
- Taylor’s University
- Announcement
- Executive
- Location
- Subang Jaya
Key figures
- Higher education experience
- nearly four decades
- Sohar University student body
- 7,000
- Sohar University academic staff
- 180
- Peer-reviewed journal articles
- over 100
- Book chapters
- three
People
- Professor Barry WinnVice-Chancellor and President of Taylor’s University
- Dato’ Loy Teik NganExecutive Chairman of Taylor’s Education Group
In response to his vision for the institution, Professor Winn said, "I will ensure we continue to aim high to allow Taylor’s to reach its full potential and become a global leader in progressive and innovative teaching, research, and knowledge transfer. The vision over the next decade is to position Taylor’s as a world-leading institution, equipped to address the challenges of the modern world. To achieve this, my leadership will prioritise creating a positive campus environment, making Taylor’s the preferred institution for a diverse community of students and staff.”
Professor Winn's contributions to research are noteworthy. His extensive list of publications includes over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and three book chapters, reflecting his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of optics and vision science. He has also contributed to academic standards through his role as a reviewer for the Quality Assurance Agency (UK) and the Oman Academic Accreditation Authority (OAAA) as well as serving as external examiner for undergraduate and postgraduate programs as well as PhDs at several universities around the world.
His standing in the research community is underscored by prestigious memberships, including being a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine (2003) and the American Academy of Optometry (2001). Professor Winn’s role as a Medical Research Council Advisory Board Member and association with several global charitable foundations highlights his dedication to advancing research in health and life sciences.
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In brief
Taylor’s University has appointed Professor Barry Winn as its Vice-Chancellor and President, effective January 22, 2024, following a global search. The university says Winn brings nearly four decades of experience in higher education leadership, research and academic development. His previous positions include Vice-Chancellor of Sohar University, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academic Development at the University of Bradford, and Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Enterprise at the University of Hull. The release notes that Sohar’s student population reached 7,000 during his tenure, alongside 180 academic staff. Winn’s research record includes more than 100 journal articles and three book chapters. He says his priorities at Taylor’s include building a positive campus environment and developing the institution’s teaching, research and knowledge transfer.
Key takeaways
- Professor Barry Winn joined Taylor’s University as Vice-Chancellor and President on January 22, 2024.
- Winn previously led Sohar University in Oman from 2015 to 2022.
- The release cites Winn’s research work, including more than 100 journal articles and three book chapters.
- Winn says he aims to foster a positive campus environment and strengthen teaching, research and knowledge transfer.
