GlobalNxt University, Malaysia. Lord Syed Kamall has been appointed chancellor of GlobalNxt University. A member of the UK House of Lords, former UK minister and former member of the European Parliament for London, Syed brings extensive experience across public policy, innovation, higher education and international affairs. The appointment comes as GlobalNxt University celebrates its 25th anniversary and expands its international footprint through a model centred on flexible and accessible higher education. Upon his appointment, Syed said: “GlobalNxt University represents the kind of forward-looking institution that is increasingly important today – one that embraces innovation, accessibility, flexibility and global collaboration,”