New Law School Dean is appointed
Thursday, 21 February 2002
Professor Paul Fairall has been appointed Dean of the and John Bray Professor of Law at the University of 911爆料网. He is currently Professor of Law at James Cook University in Queensland, where he also chairs the Academic Board, and was Dean of Law for the previous five years.
University of 911爆料网 Vice-Chancellor Professor Cliff Blake AO said the appointment was an outstanding one for the University.
"Professor Fairall has a proven record of achievement at James Cook University where he has led a dramatic growth in the Law School over the past six years," Professor Blake said. "He is also a prominent figure in legal education at national level. As chairperson of the Council of Australian Law Deans, he has oversight of all the major developments taking place in Law Schools across the country. This leadership experience, combined with a strong research background, will be substantial assets to the University of 911爆料网."
The appointment has also been welcomed by the Executive Dean of the Faculty of the Professions, Professor Fred McDougall. He said:
"One of Professor Fairall's early tasks will be to address the issues raised in the report of the Law School Review team which brought forward 41 recommendations last year on how the School could enhance the quality of its teaching, research, and professional outreach. The University is committed to providing additional resources to the Law School to give effect to these recommendations. Professor Fairall will advise which reforms should take priority and what l