Lancaster University welcomes Spanish Ambassador to discuss engagement and research

FASS Director of Internationalisation, Professor Christopher Macleod, introduced the Ambassador, who delivered a brief talk reflecting on the changes he had witnessed over his 40-year career. He also discussed the opportunities and challenges currently unfolding, the outcomes of which may only become evident in the next 50 years.

The Spanish Ambassador presented in front of 150 people, talking about subjects that include Brexit, referendums, good books, career advice, the diplomatic service, the importance of languages, Spain’s links with Latin America and an ambassador’s skill set.

Ambassador Marco Martinez said: “This is going to put pressure on you and provide you with some really big challenges.”

Senior Teaching Fellow Olga Gomez-Cash, from the School of Global Affairs, thanked the Ambassador for his time and presented him with a commemorative gift.

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The meeting was initiated by the Spanish Embassy to help engage with UK universities. Whilst in the city, the Ambassador visited Lancaster Castle and used the university’s facilities, accompanied by General Consul of Spain, Laura García Alfaya, and the Director of the Instituto Cervantes in Manchester, Pedro Jesús Eusebio Cuesta.

Mr Marco Martínez also met the outgoing vice-chancellor of Lancaster University, Professor Andy Schofield, members of the university’s senior management team and members of the recently announced School of Global Affairs.

Featured image via Lancaster University