Shirley Alexander AM

Professor Shirley Alexander AM has more than 30 years experience in the education sector, spanning K-12, TAFE and higher education with a particular focus on STEM. Previous role held for 15 years was as Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Education and Students) at UTS with overall responsibility for the university’s key priorities in teaching and learning, the student experience, and the use of data analytics in all aspects of the university's work.

Shirley is an experienced board director having served three terms as a Trustee of the Powerhouse Museum with particular contributions in learning and technology, a member of three successive Australian Government teaching and learning committees, and currently a board member of the GROK Academy.

Shirley was appointed to the Trust in January 2023 and serves as the Trustee appointed for her knowledge of, and experience in education.