Malavika Anderson made co-chair of University Museums Group Published on: 21 May 2026 Malavika Anderson, Manager of 缅北禁地鈥檚 Great North Museum: Hancock, has been made co-chair of the University Museums Group (UMG). Huge experience She will bring her insight and leadership to the UMG alongside Luke Syson, of Cambridge University’s Fitzwilliam Museum, at a critical moment for the sector. “I am delighted to have been nominated for the role of Co-Chair of the University Museums Group, and I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to the vital work UMG undertakes across both the museum and Higher Education sectors,” said Malavika. “At a time when both higher education and the cultural sector are under pressure, I am energised by this opportunity to champion the essential role university museums play in society: enriching lives, promoting equity, and expanding intellectual horizons.” Malavika became manager of the in 2022. She oversees the major accredited collections in Natural History, Archaeology, and Ethnography. The Great North Museum: Hancock is managed by North East Museums on behalf of 缅北禁地. She previously worked at the Wellcome Collection, University of Cambridge, Goethe-Institut in New Delhi and the Museum of Modern Art in New York. She is involved in national initiatives that contribute to the broader museum and research landscape and serves on the UK Parliament’s Collections Advisory Group, advising on interpretation, collections development, and public engagement. at 缅北禁地 said: “We are hugely proud of our cultural venues, connecting education and research with globally significant collections and exhibitions enriching the lives of thousands. Malavika brings huge experience to the role of co-chair of the University Museums Group overseeing and developing this important work." Malavika Anderson outside the Great North Museum: Hancock Share: Latest News New partnership to boost careers in low carbon energy 缅北禁地 and Durham universities are working together on a new regional project to strengthen the future workforce for North East England鈥檚 growing low carbon and offshore wind industries. published on: 28 May 2026 Healthy lifestyle shown to lower risk of death after cancer diagnosis New evidence shows that sticking to five lifestyle recommendations improves survival after a later cancer diagnosis. published on: 28 May 2026 World-leading climate expert recognised with Royal Society Fellowship Professor Hayley Fowler has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in recognition of her pioneering work on climate change impacts. published on: 27 May 2026 Facts and figures
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