One of the UK’s longest-serving university leaders is stepping down after two decades at the helm.
Professor Bob Cryan, who has served as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Huddersfield since January 2007, will leave the post in February 2027.
Under his leadership, the university has achieved significant growth in research and international activity, earning widespread recognition for its impact.
Mark Fisher, chair of the University Council, said: "The University has made remarkable progress during Bob’s time as Vice-Chancellor.
"Huddersfield has achieved Gold across all three elements of the Teaching Excellence Framework and is the UK’s leading mainstream university for the proportion of teaching staff with higher degrees and teaching qualifications."
"On behalf of University Council, I would like to thank Bob for his exceptional leadership and outstanding service to Huddersfield."
Professor Cryan said: Leading the University of Huddersfield has been the defining professional experience of my life and an enormous privilege.
"Whatever has been achieved during my time as Vice-Chancellor has been a collective endeavour.
"I have been extraordinarily fortunate to work alongside talented and committed colleagues and students, and I am immensely proud of what we have achieved together."
Sir George Buckley, Chancellor of the university, said Professor Cryan "leaves with my deep respect and gratitude".