Jacqueline Lo

Professor Jacqueline Lo is Director of the Indo-Pacific Research Centre (IPRC) at Murdoch University. The IPRC is the University–wide platform for research and engagement with the Indo-Pacific region. An internationally recognised Humanities scholar and pioneer of Asian Australian Studies, Jacqueline's work on multiculturalism, diaspora and cross-cultural studies has influenced academic and policy sectors in Europe, Asia and the USA.

Jacqueline is a highly experienced academic leader in management, academic governance, and research strategy. She has particular expertise in stakeholder engagement, international partnership development and academic diplomacy. She is a Ministerial appointment to the Commonwealth Government's Higher Education Standards Panel.

Jacqueline is the Founding Chair of the Asian Australian Studies Research Network (AASRN) and was awarded the Knight of the Academic Palms in 2014 by the French Government. She is Chair of the Asian Australian Studies series with ANU Press and serves on the ANU Press’ Social Science Board. She is also Non-Executive Director of the Centre for International Trade and Investment (ACITI).

Jacqueline is also Honorary Professor at the Australian National University. She was formerly Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) of the University of Adelaide (2020-2022). Prior to this, she was Chair of Academic Board at the ANU (2016-2020), as well as Associate Dean (International) for the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences and Executive Director of the Centre for European Studies (co-funded by the European Commission).