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Scott Bowman (academic)

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Scott Bowman AO is an England-born Australian academic.[1][2][3]

Originally working in England as a radiographer, Bowman was a principal lecturer at London South Bank University before becoming a dean at St Martin's College.[2]

After relocating to Australia, Bowman served in various executive roles at Charles Sturt University, the University of South Australia, and James Cook University.[1][2]

Bowman served as vice-chancellor of Central Queensland University from 2009 until his retirement in 2018.[4][5][6][7]

Bowman holds a master's degree in politics and business administration and a PhD in clinical decision making.[1]

In recognition of his service to higher education in Australia, Bowman was appointed as an Officer of the Order of Australia in the 2019 Queen's Birthday Honours.[8]

On 18 February 2021, Bowman was announced as the new Vice-Chancellor of Charles Darwin University.[9]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Board of Directors: Scott Bowman, Universities Australia. Accessed 11 June 2019.
  2. ^ a b c Profile: Scott Bowman, The Conversation, The Conversation Trust. Accessed 11 June 2019.
  3. ^ Roberts, Alice (10 February 2017) Central Queensland University vice-chancellor's journey from underdog to academic giant, ABC News, Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  4. ^ Bertoli, Lincoln (29 March 2009) New CQ University vice-chancellor to spread his wings over regional Queensland, ABC News, Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  5. ^ (12 May 2009) Radiographer appointed as CQU vice-chancellor, ABC News, Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  6. ^ Hendry, Megan (27 March 2018) Meet the Australians who are retiring early to embrace a fulfilling life of travel - while they still can, ABC News, Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  7. ^ Stone, Lucy (3 September 2018) Changing of the guard at two Queensland universities, Brisbane Times, Nine Entertainment Co. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  8. ^ "Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) entry for Emeritus Professor Scott BOWMAN". Australian Honours Database. Canberra, Australia: Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet. Retrieved 11 June 2019. For distinguished service to higher education, notably in rural and regional areas, and to social outreach initiatives.
  9. ^ "Charles Darwin University welcomes new Vice-Chancellor and President". Charles Darwin University. 18 February 2021. Retrieved 18 February 2021.