Leadership + Governance
At Emily Carr University, creative and collaborative leadership drives a culture of accountability, inclusion and transformative learning.
Emily Carr University is led by a team of accomplished leaders who bring expertise, care and creativity to every level of governance. From academic direction to institutional strategy, our President + Vice-Chancellor, Chancellor, Board and Senate ensure ECU remains transparent, responsive and community-focused.
Meet ECU’s Senior Leaders
Get to know the people shaping ECU’s creative direction. This section introduces our President, Chancellor and the academic and administrative leaders who support our students and guide the university’s vision.
Oversight + Strategic Direction
The Board of Governors oversees the university’s property, finances and operations. Learn about its members, structure and how it supports ECU’s long-term accountability and governance.
Academic Leadership in Action
Senate is ECU’s academic governing body, responsible for curriculum, degrees and academic policy. Find out how it works, who’s involved and where to access meeting information, bylaws and records.
Accounting for Student Success
Emily Carr University a public institution governed in accordance with the University Act of British Columbia.
It operates under a bicameral governance system, with a duly constituted Board of Governors and Senate, both of which include representation from faculty, staff, administration and students.
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