Honorary Degree and Fellowship holders
Celebrating exceptional contributions in the community
Recognising significant figures creating impact and progress in academia and society
At UNSW, we stand by our strategic pillars to push for progress for all. Whether it's facilitating access to education, innovating in a field of knowledge or building bridges between sectors and institutions, we aim to highlight notable individuals who are creating impact for society.Â
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What is an honorary degree or fellowship?
An honorary degree is awarded to individuals in recognition of outstanding service to UNSW, society and/or academia. This includes transforming knowledge in a specific field, social impacts, advancing important causes and significant benefaction to UNSW.Â
An honorary fellowship is awarded to individuals in recognition of notably continuous involvement with, and service to, UNSW. This includes promoting the University's academic purposes, fostering links between UNSW and other institutions, increasing education opportunities for disadvantaged people to enter UNSW and more.
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