ACU International, Australia. Richard Dobek has been appointed pro-vice chancellor global at Australian Catholic University. Richard joined ACU in 2024 as director of strategic programs and brings extensive experience in global engagement and student success across Australia, Southeast Asia, and Europe. Prior to ACU, he held senior leadership roles at the University of New England and RMIT University, leading major transnational education partnerships and international initiatives. As pro-vice chancellor global, Richard provides senior leadership oversight of ACU’s global portfolio, including international recruitment, partnerships, research collaboration, mobility and transnational education.