Alumni Achievement Awards

Curtin alumni are advocates for change, pushing boundaries and striving to make tomorrow better for local and global communities. The annual Curtin University Alumni Achievement Awards showcase and celebrate the significant achievements of the Curtin alumni community, and are a wonderful opportunity to recognise Curtin graduates for their valuable contributions to their industry and the community.

Congratulations to our 2018 Award winners

On Thursday 25 October we celebrated our 2018 Curtin University Alumni Achievement Award winners at a special ceremony.

See our 2018 winners

How to nominate

Do you know someone who is making a difference? Find out how you can nominate them for an Alumni Achievement Award.

Winners

Since 2014, the Curtin University Alumni Achievement Awards have been celebrating graduates who are making a difference.

A global humanitarian, Indonesian-based innovators and an Indigenous psychologist were among those recognised at Curtin University’s 2018 Alumni Achievement Awards. All the award winners demonstrated outstanding accomplishments and an exceptional standard of excellence in their field.

Take inspiration from our past winners

Dr Tracy Westerman

A proud Njamal woman from the Pilbara, Dr Westerman has worked for more than two decades to reduce the high rates of mental illness and suicide among Aboriginal people.

Associate Professor Phil Connors

Centre for Humanitarian Leadership Founding Co-Director Associate Professor Phil Connors was awarded the Global Impact Award in recognition of his work that has assisted international communities affected by crises.

Dr Rahayu Puspasari

Dr Puspasari’s achievements have been nationally recognised in Indonesia. Her leadership in corporate governance has resulted in the reformation of state audit, the inventory of state properties and assisted infrastructure development.

Benyamin Ismail

For a man who admits he’s most comfortable working behind the scenes, Benyamin Ismail has been living a life in the spotlight since September 2015 as CEO of low-cost airline carrier, AirAsia X Berhad.

Dr Susan Barkdoll

Science educator and Curtin Lifetime Achievement Award winner Dr Susan Barkdoll reflects on 30 years of teaching, from kindergarten to university level in San Bernardino, California.

CGSB Alumni Chapter and CBS graduates

Three Curtin Business School graduates and the Curtin Graduate School of Business Alumni Chapter Committee have been honoured for their significant contributions to society at the 2016 Curtin Alumni Achievement Awards.

Lifetime Achievement

Graduates who, over the course of their lifetime, have built an outstanding reputation based on exceptional contributions to their field of endeavour and/or the community and inspired others to strive for excellence.

Community Service

Graduates who have made a significant contribution to the wellbeing of others through voluntary or other service in the community, locally or globally.

Young Alumni

Graduates aged under 35 years at the time of nomination, who have demonstrated excellence in their field of endeavour, and/or made a significant contribution to the community through volunteer service.

Global Impact

Graduates who have demonstrated significant contributions to society by improving or enriching the lives of others and the welfare of humanity on an international scale through outstanding professional contributions or volunteer leadership.

Volunteer leadership

Graduates who have demonstrated a significant contribution to Curtin University, including alumni chapters/associations, through the donation of their time, resources, committee membership or as an ambassador/advocate for Curtin.

Innovation

Graduates who have made a significant impact on their profession, community, Curtin University or society at large by developing an innovative program, process or product.

Professional Achievement

Graduates who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments and an exceptional standard of excellence in their field of endeavour. One award per faculty may be presented each year.