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An established leader in higher education and student diversity from Vancouver, Tim Rahilly was announced as Mount Royal University’s new president and vice-chancellor Tuesday, with plans to begin his new position May 1.

Rahilly (pronounced RAW-lee) is currently vice-provost and associate vice-president students and international at Simon Fraser University, with special interests in supporting diverse students and higher learning through a global perspective.

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“I am tremendously impressed with how committed everyone at Mount Royal is to students,” said Rahilly.

“This aligns with my view that universities should provide an education with academic merit and integrity, and an experience that is centred on the personal growth of each student.”

During his years of post-secondary experience, Rahilly taught courses and supervised graduate students at Simon Fraser University, University of Manitoba, Royal Roads University, Technical University of British Columbia and McGill University.