Bill Flanagan, President and Vice Chancellor of the University of Alberta
President Flanagan leads the U of A as we embark on a new period of transformation.
About Bill Flanagan
Born and raised in Alberta, Bill joins the University of Alberta from Queen’s University, where he served as the dean of law for 14 years from 2005 to 2019. He holds a BA (English and Philosophy) from Carleton University, a JD from the University of Toronto, a DEA in International Economic Law from Université Paris I-Sorbonne, and an LLM from Columbia University. His scholarly work spans property law, corporate law and international trade law.
Under his leadership, the university is embarking on a major program of academic and administrative restructuring guided by the University of Alberta of Tomorrow proposal, his five-year vision for the university.
In five years the University of Alberta will
Be better placed to deliver on its Vision & Mission.
Make even greater contributions to the public good.
Sustain its position as a top 100 global university.
U of A for Tomorrow Updates
From the President's Desk
From the President's Desk: Improving space utilization at the U of A
By driving efficiencies and utility of spaces and buildings, we will strengthen teaching, learning and research opportunities while positioning for growth.
From the President's Desk: Celebrating Indigenous History Month
Looking forward to the launch of the U of A's first Indigenous Strategic Plan.
From the President's Desk: Discours sur l’état de l’université 2022
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