La Trobe Honorary Degrees

La Trobe has a long tradition, dating back from the establishment of the University, of recognising people who have made a significant contribution to their field of expertise. These are often individuals with a connection to La Trobe University; they are always people who have demonstrated a commitment and dedication that is worthy of recognition. La Trobe University awards Honorary Degrees to outstanding individuals who have not studied at La Trobe.

Honorary Degree

Awarded to eminent individuals, who are not alumni of the University, who have demonstrated significant accomplishments in their personal and professional life, or for service to their community, state or nation.

Eligibility and selection criteria

Nominees must be individuals who are not alumni of La Trobe University (or an antecedent institution) who have, over an extensive and sustained period of time, demonstrated one or more of the following:

Outstanding professional achievements

a. Recognised as leader/expert in their field.
b. Significant achievement(s) throughout their career.
c. Evidence of ethical and/or innovative sustainable approaches used.

Exceptional community service achievements

a. Dedication of significant personal/professional time for charitable/community support activities.
b. Support of, and significant involvement in, the local community in a voluntary capacity.

Inspirational leadership in the field

a. Mentoring employees/younger people.
b. Initiating/encouraging innovative systems/practices.
c. Advocacy of equal opportunities, anti-discrimination etc.
d. Encouraging corporate philanthropy and community support.

Outstanding human qualities

a. Engaging in, or enabling personal philanthropy.
b. Demonstrable acts of kindness or heroism.
c. Success in the face of adversity.
d. Personal achievement outside of the professional arena.

Selection committee

The selection committee is chaired by Adrienne E Clarke AC, Chancellor of La Trobe University and made up of representatives from across the University. The selection committee is allowed complete discretion in determining the Honorary Degree recipients to recommend to the Academic Board for approval.

Confidentiality

The award process must remain confidential as regards the nominees until a decision has been made by the selection committee and the Academic Board.
The information submitted will be used by La Trobe University, in connection with the administration of the award only. All information will remain confidential.


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More Information

For more information on the nomination process please contact the Alumni and Advancement Office at alumni@latrobe.edu.au or phone +61 (0)3 9479 2011 or 1300 737 133.