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Princess Anne becomes chancellor of university in Bournemouth
Health Sciences University in Bournemouth celebrated its official launch with the installation of HRH The Princess Royal as its chancellor.
Health Sciences University, formerly AECC University College, in Bournemouth celebrated its official launch on Thursday 31 October. The momentous occasion was marked by the installation of Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal as the university’s inaugural Chancellor.
Following the installation ceremony at Corpus Christi Church in Boscombe, HRH Princess Anne visited the Health Sciences University’s Bournemouth campus and spent time meeting students, staff, patients and healthcare professionals.
To commemorate the occasion, The Princess Royal unveiled a specially commissioned plaque.
The vice-chancellor of Health Sciences University, Professor Lesley Haig, said: “It is a tremendous honour to celebrate the official launch of Health Sciences University with the installation of Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal as chancellor. Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in our rich history of training and inspiring healthcare professionals.
“Our ambition is clear: to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare sector, equipping the next generation of health professionals with cutting-edge knowledge, practical skills and compassionate care. Our vision is to establish Health Sciences University as a highly valued institution within the health and care sector, a trusted partner, and a cornerstone in the communities we serve, both locally and beyond.”
Monika Barnes, Health Sciences University’s chair of the Board of Governors, said: “Today is a landmark in our university’s journey as we proudly embrace our new identity as Health Sciences University. This title is more than just a name; it represents our steadfast dedication to advancing healthcare, education and research. We have the distinction of being the only named health sciences university in the UK and with this comes a renewed sense of purpose and possibility.
“We are truly delighted and honoured that Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal has chosen to join us in this role, and we look forward to the future with optimism and confidence in what we can achieve together.”
For information on Health Science University, visit: https://www.hsu.ac.uk.
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