2024 Excellence Awards
The University of Newcastle Excellence Awards celebrate the outstanding performance and achievements of our staff.
They are an opportunity to showcase and share best practice from across the institution in the areas of teaching, research, engagement, inclusion, professional service, student experience, and leadership, as well as those who embody our values.
Key Dates
17 Sep Nominations Open
8 Oct Nominations Close
25 Nov Finalists published in The Loop
10 Dec Ceremony - Winners Announced

Finalists for 2024 announced!
Award Categories
Click below on an award category to find its criteria.
Click here to read some tips and tricks on creating excellent award nominations.
Engagement Excellence Awards
Read more
Health, Safety and Wellbeing Awards
Read more
Professional Staff Excellence Awards
Read more
Student Experience Excellence Award
Read more
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Awards
Read more
Teaching Excellence Awards
Read more
Research Excellence Awards
Read more
Excellence in Mentoring Awards
Read more
Leadership Excellence Award
Read more
Values Award
Read more
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.