NTU Vice-President Kuen Jimmy Hsia Departs for New Role in China
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) has announced that its vice-president, Professor Kuen Jimmy Hsia, is stepping down from his position. Professor Hsia, a distinguished academic and fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), will be leaving Singapore to take up a new leadership role at a university in China.
During his time at NTU, Professor Hsia was known for his work in cross-disciplinary leadership. He brought a wealth of experience to the university, having previously held senior academic and administrative roles at prestigious institutions such as the University of Illinois and Carnegie Mellon University in the United States.
His departure marks a significant change for the university’s leadership team. Throughout his career, Professor Hsia has been recognized for his contributions to engineering and research, helping to bridge the gap between different fields of study. His move to China is seen as a new chapter in his long and successful career in higher education.
NTU has not yet announced a permanent replacement for the vice-president role. The university community remains focused on maintaining its research standards and academic excellence as it transitions through this leadership change.