Stewart Dove

Stewart joined the University in 2005 holding various senior roles leading our student support services.

In February 2024, he took up his current role as Director of Student Experience; in addition to being responsible for the wide range of services within his department, he also leads on a number of key themes for the University including wellbeing, safeguarding, community liaison, student conduct, and compliance with regard to the Prevent Duty.

Prior to joining the University, Stewart had a management career leading organisations within both the commercial and not-for-profit sectors, including holding the role of General Manager for the University’s Students’ Union.

Stewart is an alumni of both the universities of Winchester and Gloucestershire, and is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). Outside of the University, he is an elected Councillor seeking to effectively support and represent his local community. As a follower of both Gloucester Rugby and West Ham Utd – he tries to remain optimistic!