About Westbrook University

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1965 Year Founded

Our Story

Six Decades of Shaping Leaders

Westbrook University was founded in 1965 by visionary educators who believed that quality higher education should be accessible, innovative, and transformative. What began as a small liberal arts college with 300 students has grown into a comprehensive research university with over 15,000 students across six schools.

Today, Westbrook stands as a beacon of academic excellence in New England, recognised globally for its research output, distinguished alumni, and its unwavering commitment to producing graduates who lead with integrity, purpose, and expertise.

Our 320-acre campus seamlessly blends Georgian heritage buildings with cutting-edge research facilities, creating an environment where tradition and innovation coexist beautifully.

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Our Foundation

Mission, Vision & Values

Our guiding principles define everything we do — from curriculum design to community engagement.

Our Mission

To provide transformative, research-driven education that prepares intellectually curious, ethically grounded, and globally conscious graduates who drive positive change in the world.

Our Vision

To be a globally recognised centre of excellence that fosters intellectual growth, pioneering research, and social responsibility — consistently ranked among the world's top universities by 2030.

Our Values

Integrity in all actions. Inclusivity across all communities. Innovation in every endeavour. Excellence as a standard, not an exception. Service to humanity as our highest purpose.

Our Leadership

Meet the Executive Team

Our experienced leadership team drives Westbrook's academic and strategic vision with passion and dedication.

Dr. Robert Hargrove, President of Westbrook University

Dr. Robert Hargrove

President & Chancellor

Ph.D. Oxford, 30 yrs experience

Dr. Elena Vasquez, Provost

Dr. Elena Vasquez

Provost & VP Academics

Ph.D. Harvard, 22 yrs experience

Prof. Alan Thompson, Dean of Research

Prof. Alan Thompson

Dean of Research

Ph.D. MIT, 18 yrs experience

Dr. Nakamura Yuki, Dean of Student Affairs

Dr. Nakamura Yuki

Dean of Student Affairs

Ph.D. Stanford, 15 yrs experience

Recognition

Accreditations & Rankings

NAAC A+
Accredited
AACSB
Business School
QS Ranked
Top 400 Global
NBA
Engineering
ISO 9001
Certified
Times HE
Top 500 World
Our Journey

Key Milestones in Our History

1965

University Founded

Westbrook College opens its doors with 3 departments, 12 faculty members, and 300 students on a 40-acre campus.

1978

First Research Centre Established

The Centre for Applied Sciences is inaugurated, marking the start of Westbrook's research mission and securing federal funding.

1992

International Partnerships Begin

First student exchange agreements signed with universities in UK, Germany, and Japan, establishing Westbrook's global presence.

2003

Campus Expansion to 320 Acres

A major campus expansion adds the Schools of Medicine, Law, and Business along with residential halls for 4,000 students.

2015

NAAC A+ Accreditation & QS Ranking

Westbrook receives its first NAAC A+ rating and enters the QS World University Rankings for the first time at position 480.

2026

AI & Robotics Centre Launched

A $15M state-of-the-art AI and Robotics Research Centre is inaugurated, positioning Westbrook at the forefront of emerging tech.

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