Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice President (Future Growth)

In this role, she is responsible for global partnerships and operations, student recruitment and engagement both domestically and internationally, and marketing, media, and communications for the University.

Dr Farraway joined La Trobe in May 2020 as Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) and later assumed additional responsibility for the University's recruitment programmes as Pro Vice-Chancellor (Recruitment and International Operations) in 2021. From August to October 2022, she acted as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global), overseeing the University's strategic programme to connect both globally and locally to attract students and partners.

With over 20 years of experience in international education, Dr Farraway has held senior roles at various institutions, including the Queensland University of Technology, Griffith University, and Charles Darwin University. Her expertise lies in international education management, international student recruitment, strategic planning, and business development.

Dr Farraway holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Newcastle, where her research analysed drivers of international student choice and marketing channels for higher education, considering the ways that collaborations between international partners influence choice and facilitate the movement and flow of international students. She also holds a Master of Education (International Education) from the University of New South Wales and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Sydney.

Throughout her career, Dr Farraway has been actively involved in various professional associations, including the International Education Association of Australia (IEAA) and the European Association for International Education (EAIE). She is committed to fostering global partnerships and enhancing the international profile of La Trobe University.