The Diary of a Vice-Chancellor: University of Melbourne 1935-1938 - Raymond Priestley edited by Ronald Ridley

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Dust jacket has light creasing at edges and spine. Interior and binding are still excellent.

In 1934, Raymond Edward Priestley (1886-1974) accepted the appointment of vice-chancellor, a salaried position, with the University of Melbourne.

He proved an able and humane administrator, arguing that students should graduate cultured and broad in outlook. He fought for scholarships, places, more staff, research, the extension of disciplines and a new library. The opening of the students' Union House in 1938 was his greatest success. His liberality both of vision and behaviour, set a standard which was emulated and has not been forgotten. (Australian Dictionary of Biography)