The Outstanding Alumni of the Year Award commenced in 2005 and was an initiative by the University Foundation to recognise an alumnus (graduate) who has attained significant achievement in their field of endeavour. Fields may include:
It is determined via nominations from the Alumni Relations office, faculty Deans and final selection is by a panel of senior staff, including Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Thomas AM.
The award is presented at the Foundation's annual Awareness and Recognition event. The recipient receives a hand made, sculptured, glass trophy.
If you know of alumni who you believe are significantly achieving in their field of endeavour, please contact the Alumni Relations office.
Dr Craig Hansen was recognised for his doctoral and postdoctoral research in epidemiology (the study of diseases in populations) which included field work in the South African township of Soweto. In December 2007 Craig commenced a post-doctoral fellowship with United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA). More ...
Kristy Munroe was recognised for her achievements in Surf Lifesaving on a local, national and international level. With both a University of the Sunshine Coast degree and multiple Australian and World Ironwoman Championship titles to her name, Kristy said she has now achieved much of her educational and sporting goals. More...
The inaugural Outstanding Alumni of the Year Award was presented to medal-winning paralympian Marayke Jonkers in recognition of being named Queensland Young Achiever of the Year 2005. Marayke beat a field of 400 contenders. More...