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CDU Alumni Awards

Celebrating the greatness of our graduates

Our Alumni are a strong global network of CDU graduates who are our brand ambassadors and stand as role models both for our current students, and those who may be looking to further their education. 

The Charles Darwin University Alumni Awards program has been designed to showcase the best and brightest graduates who have become trailblazers and leaders, demonstrating excellence throughout their careers, and building on the foundation provided by CDU.

You can be part of this year’s Alumni Awards by nominating outstanding alumni, whether they are a friend, family member, colleague, or a member of the public – self-nominations are also welcome.

Complete our online nomination form and view our guidelines and tips for making an award-winning nomination!

Awards categories

CDU nursing student Robyn Bennett in the hospital

Alumnus Award for Community Service

Awarded to an alumnus who demonstrates a sustained positive contribution to the community.

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International student Nilesh

International Alumnus Award

Awarded to an international alumnus who demonstrates outstanding contributions to the community and/or their profession. Outstanding contributions can occur either in Australia or overseas.

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Ruby Jones Hayes

Indigenous Alumnus Award

Awarded to an Indigenous alumnus who demonstrates outstanding contributions to the community, their profession and/or whose achievements have positively impacted outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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Alumnus Award for Industry Excellence

Awarded to an alumnus who demonstrates evidence of outstanding contributions to a workplace, profession or industry

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Portrait of a male teacher in a classroom

Alumnus Award for Early Career Achievement

Awarded to an alumnus who has graduated in the last five years and demonstrated an outstanding contribution to the community and/or their profession.

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Law Students at CDU

Distinguished Alumnus Award

Awarded to an alumnus who demonstrates outstanding contributions to the community and/or their profession.

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Key Dates

  • Nomination Open: Monday, 1 March 2021
  • Nominations Close: Monday, 31 May 2021
  • Nominations Shortlisted: Friday, 2 July 2021
  • Finalists Announced: Monday, 23 August 2021
  • Alumni Awards Ceremony: Thursday, 21 October 2021

2020 Alumni Awards recipients

We are very proud to announce our 2020 Alumni Award winners and highly commended!  All of whom are making an astounding impact in their field and inspiring others. Join us in congratulating these winners and highly commended from our six award categories

Rewatch the celebrations during the 2020 CDU Alumni Awards Ceremony.

Meet our 2020 Alumni Award Winners

Eligibility and the nomination process

Award nominations will be accepted from Charles Darwin University staff, alumni and members of the community and are open to all graduates of Charles Darwin University and its predecessor institutions. All award nominees must meet eligibility and selection criteria requirements and adhere to the nomination guidelines.

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