It is with deep sadness that I share some very difficult news with our community.
In a tragic car accident while returning from holiday, Saskia Loer Hansen, Deputy Vice-Chancellor International and Engagement and Interim General Director RMIT Vietnam, lost her life.
Saskia was a truly remarkable person who, while exceptionally intelligent and capable, stood out for her humanity. Genuinely committed to the true purpose of university work, she put people first without exception, and her care and compassion was as deep as it was real.
The shock of her sudden passing is hard to fathom and, anyone who had the good fortune to know Saskia as I did, will understand that a rare light has gone out. While nothing can make good of the loss of someone with so much more to give, I do hope that we can remember her as an example to emulate.
Saskia was a dear friend to me, over many years and across two continents, so my heart goes out to everyone who feels this loss as keenly as I do. If there is any comfort to be found, it's in knowing that Saskia lived a wonderful life, she explored far and wide, she gave of her time and talent in ways that were meaningful to her and made a positive impact on others.
Our thoughts are with her husband and their family near and far.
Professor Alec Cameron
Vice-Chancellor & President
RMIT will hold a memorial for our much loved colleague in the coming weeks. If you would like to know the details, please register here.
