This issue of Higher Education Digest brings together a diverse collection of thought-provoking articles, expert interviews, and insightful perspectives from across the higher education landscape. Together, they explore the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of learning, leadership, and innovation.

Professor Aleks Subic, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer, Torrens University Australia

An internationally recognised higher education leader, Professor Subic has chaired major global and national innovation, industry, and research bodies, and is recognised among the world’s top 2% scientists (Elsevier/Stanford).

Abdelhafid Benamraoui, Professor of Finance, University of Westminster

Abdelhafid Benamraoui is Professor of Finance at the University of Westminster, School of Finance and Accounting. He completed a PhD in finance from the University of Greenwich Business School in 2003.

Hortense Le Ferrand, Associated Professor, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Dr Hortense Le Ferrand is Associate Professor at the schools of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore.

Dr. Yetunde A. Omede, Pracademic, Global Affairs Scholar, Author & Civic Leader

Dr. Yetunde A. Odugbesan-Omede has built her career at the intersection of higher education, global affairs, civic engagement, and policy, not just studying institutions but building them.

Maria Toyoda, President & CEO, WASC Senior College and University Commission

Maria Toyoda is president and CEO of WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). She joined WSCUC March 2025.

Dr. Craig Peck, Head Paediatric Dentistry / Senior Lecturer, University of the Western Cape

Dr Craig Peck's interest in interprofessional education (IPE) stems from the lack of interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) globally, which manifests as poorer health outcomes for patients.

Professor Matt Mundy, Executive Dean, Health and Education, Torrens University Australia-

Matthew Mundy joined Torrens University Australia in October 2022. He brings a breadth and depth of academic experience from his previous roles as Academic Director for Monash Online and Education Director for Psychology at Monash University.