A key priority for Ms O’Rourke at the helm of Bendigo Kangan Institute will be to lead the transformation and growth of its regional and metropolitan TAFE brands, Bendigo TAFE and Kangan Institute, in line with the organisation’s 2020>2025 Strategic Plan.
“I am honoured to be appointed Bendigo Kangan Institute’s Board Chair. TAFEs play a critical and central role in the vocational education system and are an important part of our community,” said Ms O’Rourke.
“My focus is on working collaboratively with the Board, staff, students, the Victorian Government, industry and the wider community to ensure Bendigo Kangan Institute continues to evolve to fulfil its vision to be a leading educator and trainer in work and life skills.”
Having served on the Bendigo Kangan Institute Board since December 2017, Professor Swerissen is currently Chair of the Board’s Education and Business Development Committee and VETASSESS Committee.