Office of the President
The President and Vice-Chancellor provides overall leadership to the university. It’s their responsibility to fulfill the university’s vision and mission. The president directs the operation of the university, including its academic work, business affairs and alumni relations. They also oversee government relations and engagement with the broader community.
President Kevin Hall
Kevin Hall is the president of the 51³Ô¹Ï. He has led the university since Nov. 2020 and was reappointed as President & Vice-Chancellor for a second five-year term beginning Nov. 2025.
During his first term, Hall led the university through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the impacts of international conflicts on our campus, navigating a changing international enrolment landscape and more. He also spearheaded the renewal of the university’s strategic plan, the creation of the Vice-President Indigenous position, and global engagement efforts—all of this in the continued pursuit of the university’s collective goals.
"The university and the broader sector are facing increasingly complex challenges, both internally and in wider political and community contexts. To address these challenges effectively, I must balance my efforts to champion and advocate for UVic externally, with a renewed focus on the needs of our internal community."
"I am keenly aware that our success has always stemmed from the dedication, innovation and collaboration of every member of our community—students, faculty, staff and alumni. I am excited about the journey ahead and look forward to working with the UVic community to make our vision a reality.”
Kevin HallWelcome to the Territory & Installation Ceremony
Following Coast Salish protocol, President Hall formally requested permission to work on lək̓ʷəŋən territory prior to being installed as UVic’s eighth president and vice-chancellor at a ceremony hosted by Chancellor Shelagh Rogers and the Office of Indigenous Academic & Community Engagement. The ceremony was shared on September 28, 2021.
Associate VP Global Engagement
Dr. A.R. (Elango) Elangovan has been appointed associate vice-president global engagement (AVPGE), effective September 1, 2022, for a five-year term.
The AVPGE reports to the president and provides leadership for the Office of Global Engagement. They provide the strategic vision and executive leadership to enhance UVic’s global connectivity and international profile. The AVPGE is responsible for our institutional global strategy and the integration of global aspirations across all university plans.
About the office
Our role
The Office of the President supports the university’s collective vision and priorities by facilitating collaborative action and providing strategic direction.
We work in services of our on-campus community of students, staff and faculty; the campus Indigenous community; and the executive offices and governance bodies. We engage with the broader off-campus community including Indigenous Nations; local and regional communities and organizations; governments and funding organizations; alumni and donors.
Our priorities include:
- Supporting the president and executive to achieve institutional goals
- Being a catalyst for new ideas and opportunities
- Responding to critical institutional issues
- Coordinating and facilitating institutional plans and cross functional activities
- Providing direction and approvals on topics of institutional importance
- Fulfilling governance responsibilities (board, senate, policy)
- Positioning the president as a spokesperson for the university
- Recognizing and celebrating the achievements of students, staff, faculty and alumni
- Responding to queries, complaints and suggestions
As a team of committed professionals, we strive to be welcoming and inclusive, and are dedicated to being flexible, generous, collaborative and open to other perspectives.