Distinguished Professor George Williams AO is the fifth Vice-Chancellor and President at Western Sydney University. He has previously served as Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Law and Anthony Mason Professor at the University of New South Wales.
As one of Australia’s pre-eminent experts in constitutional law, Professor Williams has made significant contributions both nationally and internationally in the areas of human rights, federalism, Indigenous justice, electoral law and national security. Professor Williams’ passion for providing opportunities for students and a quality education is evidenced through many years of teaching constitutional law and having authored the leading student text in this field.
Outside of academia Professor Williams practised as a barrister for over 25 years, advising government, business and community organisations and appearing in the High Court of Australia on matters relating to freedom of speech, freedom from racial discrimination, Indigenous rights and the rule of law.