Angelo Kourtis
Biography
Angelo Kourtis has been a member of the Western Sydney University community since 1986, as a student, graduate and member of staff. Angelo has held a number of senior roles at the University including Executive Director of Public Affairs & Partnerships and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Students). He was appointed to his current role of Vice-President (People and Advancement) in March 2015.
Angelo conceived and established the student lifecycle strategy at Western Sydney University, revealing invaluable insights into the 'journey' students embark on when aspiring to higher education and beyond. He pioneered the concept of the 'Citizen Scholar' and led the establishment of 'The Academy' at the University.
Angelo was the architect of the University's recent rebranding strategy which has attracted national and international critical acclaim. The Unlimited campaign, which gives voice to the journeys of Western Sydney University graduates Deng Adut, Melissa Chiu and Jay Manley, has amassed over 5 million views on YouTube and other social media channels. The campaign has received multiple accolades, including the Silver Lion at the world-renowned Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and was named 'Ad Campaign of the Year' by Mumbrella, Australia's leading advertising awards body.
Angelo continues to lead the University's multi-faceted branding program including content, digital and experience strategies. He has been integral in integrating these strategies into student admissions and enrolment to help enhance student engagement and improve the overall student experience.
Angelo has presented at numerous conferences and seminars, nationally and internationally, on the importance of integrating principles of the student lifecycle into corporate decisions and processes. Recently he co-authored a chapter on the concept of 'The Citizen Scholar' in James Arvanitakis and David J. Hornsby's 2016 Universities, The Citizen Scholar and the Future of Higher Education.
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What is the best way to contact the Vice-President (People and Advancement)?
Emails to Angelo should be sent to a.kourtis@westernsydney.edu.au
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In Harley Windsor, Australia has its first Indigenous Winter Olympian – why has it taken so long?
Many Indigenous athletes have represented Australia at the Summer Olympics. But, in Pyeongchang, figure skater Harley Windsor is set to become Australia’s first Indigenous Winter Olympian. Read More
Researchers call on young women to share their experiences of visiting the city at night
A Western Sydney University study is seeking to understand young women’s perceptions of risk and danger, and any precautions they might take when visiting the city at night. Read More
2018 Winter Olympics set to begin against the backdrop of warm words and cold politics
Mega sporting events are always heavily infused with politics, but the impending Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, have almost been buried in a geopolitical avalanche. Read More
Cape Town is almost out of water. Could Australian cities suffer the same fate?
The world is watching the unfolding Cape Town water crisis with horror. On “Day Zero”, now predicted to be just ten weeks away, engineers will turn off the water supply. The city’s four million residents will have to queue at one of 200 water collection points. Read More
Trump’s travel ban is just one of many US policies that legalize discrimination against Muslims
As we anticipate the Supreme Court’s decision to either uphold or rescind Trump’s travel ban, the question remains: Will the Supreme Court continue to allow the legal discrimination against Muslims in the U.S.? Read More
Back to school and back to bad habits? Western Sydney University experts talk keeping kids active
Western Sydney University academics say getting children involved in physical activity and away from their screens can be made easier with a few tips. Read More
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The Division of People & Advancement, although seemingly broad & varied, is interwoven by a common interest: enabling students, community, staff and alumni, the people who can build experience, to secure success.
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Are we failing our students?
Rebranding to Remain Relevant in the Education Sector
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A Vitally Important Campaign
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