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Recognising staff achievements
Our staff make outstanding contributions across academic, professional and research arenas. We are proud to recognise, reward and celebrate the many achievements of our great people through a range of award programs.
The University Excellence Awards
The University of Newcastle Excellence Awards recognises outstanding performance and achievements of our University staff. In 2019, the Vice-Chancellors Awards for Excellence was re-established as The University of Newcastle Excellence Awards and is now open to all University staff to nominate.
DVC(Academic) Merit List
The DVC(A) Merit List for Teaching and Learning Excellence was established in 2018. It is an annual list, comprising two announcements based on observations over the course of each semester.
The Merit List is determined by a number of factors including student outcomes in one or more courses, as well as consistent affirmations from students regarding the quality of the learning experience.
College and Division Awards
Colleges and Divisions conduct annual peer nominated awards recognising outstanding achievements and performance. Staff are then recognised through College and Division award ceremonies towards the end of the year.
Service Recognition Awards
Service recognition awards are presented to staff who have served either 15 or 25 years at UON. Staff are presented with a certificate and a small gift at College and Division awards ceremonies towards the end of the year. In addition, staff who are celebrating 25 year service will also be invited to attend the prestigious University of Newcastle Excellence Awards gala night in December.
Informal reward and recognition
Informal rewards and recognition are a spontaneous and sincere appreciation of individual or team performance above normal expectations. This may be as simple as a thank you, team celebration or a small token of appreciation. Peer to peer recognition reinforces a sense of appreciation and belonging among employees and nurtures a positive work environment that encourages continuous growth, collaboration, and a shared commitment to the University’s values and strategic goals. Information rewards and recognition my be monetary or non-monetary and should be personalised and meaningful to the individual.
Rewards and recognition with a monetary value may be subject to Fringe Benefits Tax, advice should be obtained from Financial Services via ServiceNow.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.