Previous years recipients
Previous award recipients
Laura Prael
From her early days as a University of Newcastle student with big dreams to her role as Founder and Director of LEP Digital, Laura Prael has carved out a career working on incredible, strategic campaigns all around the world.
Brendan Swift
Brendan Swift’s journey from communications graduate to prominent Lawyer, and Director, in Melbourne, emphasises his commitment to understanding people and fostering meaningful connections. Brendan has distinguished himself not only through his professional expertise but also through his deep-rooted dedication to community and volunteerism.
Dr Aaron Wong
In the heart of the University of Newcastle, Dr Aaron Wong, a dedicated alumnus with a dual degree in engineering and computer science, embarked on an extraordinary journey fuelled by a passion for volunteerism.
Mohammed Faiz Kamaludin
Faiz was one of four candidate finalists representing Malaysia in the National Astronaut Programme for the 2007 Soyuz TMA-11 mission in Moscow, Russia. Inspired by the achievements of these astronauts and cosmonauts, Faiz undertook his Master of Aviation Management with the University of Newcastle in 2011.
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.