The winners were announced during the AIEC Opening Plenary a short time ago.
The annual IEAA Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the exceptional achievements of individuals and teams who contribute to Australia’s reputation for quality and innovation in international education.
The 2023 awards were presented at the Australian International Education Conference 2023
in Adelaide. The awards are proudly sponsored by Acumin, ETS TOEFL, Pearson PTE Academic, IDP Education, Study Adelaide, and the University of Sydney.
“After another challenging year for the international education community, we continue to see amazing innovations and outstanding contributions from colleagues. It is important that we take a moment to reflect on these achievements and celebrate their successes together,” said Professor Ren Yi, Vice President of IEAA
THE WINNERS
Distinguished Contribution to International Education – Aisla Lamont, Eliza Chui
Excellence in Leadership in International Education – Debra Langton
Excellence in Professional Commentary Related to International Education – Claire Field
Innovation in International Education Award – #TheSocialSource
Tony Adams Rising Star Award – Varsha Devi Balakrishnan (high commendation – Devarshi Desai)
Outstanding Postgraduate Thesis – Dr Joanne Barker (high commendation – Dr Minh Thi Ngoc Quach)
Life Membership – Stephen Connelly
Best Practice in International Education – NSW Jobs Connect for International
Students, Study NSW and Seek (high commendation – Advancing STEM Education in Papua New Guinea, QUT)
Tracy McCabe Fellowship – Maria Roitman
The Koala congratulates the recipients of the above awards!
