Annick Castiaux

As a member of the Rector's Council, the Rector

• Works collegially with the other members of the Rector's Council to establish the strategic priority lines deriving from the strategic plan and to translate them into operational objectives.
• Makes sure to provide the Rector's Council and the Board of Directors with the information that falls within the scope of her duties and is required by them.

(extract from the organic regulations)

In addition, the Rector :

• Officially represents the University of Namur
• Directs the University and has authority over all members of the academic community
• Proposes to the competent bodies of the Institution any initiative likely to promote the excellence and influence of the University of Namur
• Negotiates with the rectors or rectrices of other universities and public authorities the realization of projects in line with the general strategy drawn up by the Board of Directors
• Chairs the Rector's Council, the Academic Council, the Works Council and the Social Affairs Council and, depending on the agendas, may attend meetings of other central bodies
• Supervises the implementation of the decisions of the Board of Directors and, in the event of an emergency, takes any immediately necessary measures that fall within the remit of the Board, notifying it as soon as possible.