We are delighted to announce the appointment of two new trustees to UKCISA’s Board of Trustees: Chris Chang, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement & Student Life) at the University of Portsmouth, and Jonny Exon, Head of College Life at the University of York.
UKCISA’s members voted in the new trustees from a shortlist in October and they were confirmed to their positions at a Board meeting on 6th November. They take up their roles immediately and will be in post for an initial term of three years.
UKCISA's trustees are responsible for ensuring the organisation's long-term stability by overseeing its strategic direction and financial sustainability. They guide key decisions to keep UKCISA aligned with the needs of international students, while adapting to changes in the higher education landscape.
Chief Executive Anne-Marie Graham shared:
“We are thrilled to welcome Chris Chang and Jonny Exon as newly elected trustees to the Board. Both bring a wealth of experience in international student engagement, higher education, and student support, which aligns closely with UKCISA's mission. Their expertise will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our work in supporting international students and promoting a globally engaged UK education sector.
Chris and Jonny will bring fresh perspectives and insights to the organisation, helping us navigate key challenges and opportunities in the international education landscape. We look forward to working closely with them in the months ahead as we continue our mission to enhance the international student experience across the UK.
Please join us in welcoming Chris and Jonny to the Board."
About Chris Chang and Jonny Exon
As Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Global Engagement and Student Life at the University of Portsmouth, Chris Chang utilizes his extensive higher education experience to oversee key areas including UOP Global, Recruitment, Marketing and Communications, Academic Services, UoP Sport and Recreation and Student Support Services. He provides strategic direction for student wellbeing and safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives and leadership for the implementation of an ambitious Global Engagement strategy which will see the University extending global partnerships and reach to make our high-quality brand of education even more accessible worldwide.
Before joining the University in September 2016, Chris served as Pro Vice-Chancellor of Corporate Marketing, International and Development Services at Anglia Ruskin University. With over 30 years in higher education and a background as a lawyer, he has the breadth of experience and knowledge to support UKCISA in his role as a trustee. Chris trained as a barrister and began his legal career as an Advocate and Solicitor in Malaysia advising major corporate clients.
Jonny Exon is Head of College Life at the University of York. With 17 years' experience in charity and higher education leadership, he has held roles as a student union CEO and university council member, and currently serves as Chair of Hope for the Future, a national environmental charity.
For more information about UKCISA’s Board of Trustees, committees and how they are constituted, review our governance page and annual reviews available here.
