Valerie Oosterveld Named Associate Vice President for Research at Western University
Western law professor Valerie Oosterveld appointed associate vice president (research)
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Valerie Oosterveld, a law professor at Western University in Ontario, Canada, has been appointed as the associate vice president for research, effective July 1. With a focus on international criminal justice and space law, she aims to enhance research funding and community engagement during her five-year term.
- 01Valerie Oosterveld appointed as associate vice president for research at Western University.
- 02Her term starts on July 1 and lasts for five years.
- 03Oosterveld will focus on enhancing funding and community-engaged research.
- 04She brings expertise in international criminal law and space law.
- 05Outgoing AVP Jacquelyn Burkell recognized for her contributions since 2019.
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Valerie Oosterveld, a law professor at Western University in Ontario, Canada, has been appointed as the associate vice president for research, effective July 1. With over 21 years of experience at Western, Oosterveld is recognized for her contributions to international criminal law, particularly concerning gender-related crimes, and her work in the emerging field of space law. In her new role, she will provide strategic leadership to enhance Western's research mission, particularly in securing funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council and fostering community-engaged research. Oosterveld aims to leverage Western's strengths in scholarly excellence and collaboration to generate new research opportunities. She will also focus on attracting international funding and creating pathways for student researchers. Penny Pexman, vice president (research), expressed enthusiasm for Oosterveld's appointment, highlighting her unique perspectives that will strengthen research in various disciplines. Oosterveld succeeds Jacquelyn Burkell, who served as AVP since 2019 and was acknowledged for her advocacy in the social sciences and humanities.
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Oosterveld's appointment is expected to enhance research funding and community engagement at Western University, benefiting students and faculty alike.
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