University of Newcastle engineering leader awarded prestigious Engineers Australia Fellowship
Associate Professor Adrian Wills, Interim Dean and Head of School, School of Engineering has been awarded Fellow membership of Engineers Australia, one of the highest honours conferred by the professional body.
The grade of Fellow recognises engineers who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, professional achievement and service to the profession. Fellows of Engineers Australia are acknowledged among the industry's leading practitioners and recognised for advancing engineering excellence.
Pro Vice-Chancellor Engineering, Science and Environment Professor Juanita Todd said the recognition reflected Associate Professor Wills' significant contributions to the profession.
"This Fellowship is a fitting recognition of Adrian's dedication to engineering excellence and his contributions to research, education and professional leadership. His achievement reflects the high calibre of expertise and innovation within our engineering community."
Associate Professor Wills' application was supported by Fellow members Paul Reynolds of Advitech and Pierre Gouhier from the University of Newcastle. Congratulations Adrian!
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