She has been elected for a period of three years after receiving 523 votes to the 369 cast for William Patey, the other candidate in the election.
Court is responsible for overseeing the institution’s activities, agreeing its strategic direction, and ensuring an environment that allows the University to achieve its objectives and for all students and learners to realise their potential.
As Chair of Court, Ms Millar will be responsible for its leadership and effectiveness.
A solicitor by profession, she has extensive experience of corporate governance at national and local level. She was the first open member of the LGBTQ+ community to be President of Law Society of Scotland and is currently Chair of Samaritans Scotland Committee.
Her legal career was dedicated to representing the interests of vulnerable people, and she became the first solicitor in the country accredited as a specialist in both mental health law and incapacity and mental disability law.
“I am delighted to have been elected Chair of Court and particularly thrilled to see an increase in the numbers of those exercising their right to vote,” said Ms Millar. “I appreciate everyone who took the time to vote in the election.
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