June 5, 2025
RED FM News Desk
Surrey: The Board of Governors at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) has appointed Dr. Bruce Choy as the university’s next President and Vice-Chancellor, effective Sept. 2. Dr. Choy, an adjunct professor with the University of Toronto and chair of the George Brown College of Applied Arts and Technology’s Board of Governors, will replace Dr. Alan Davis, who steps down as KPU President on Aug. 31 after 13 years.
“Dr. Choy brings an incredible depth and breadth of leadership experience to KPU — from both the private sector and the post-secondary sector — that will be invaluable in guiding KPU through its next chapter,” says Ivy Chen, chair of the KPU Board of Governors. “I am excited to lead an organization like KPU that focuses on student success,” says Dr. Choy. “Education has given so much to me and I am passionate about how it can open transformative pathways for future generations.
“Throughout the search process, I was so impressed with the individuals I met with from across KPU and the calibre and potential of KPU’s programs. I am looking forward to building relationships and partnerships with all members of the KPU community.”
A specialist in governance and risk management, Dr. Choy is an independent board director with an Institute of Corporate Directors, Director designation. In addition to his experience at George Brown College, he is a director of Shinhan Bank Canada and board governor of The Long Run Institute, a corporate and public policy think tank.
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