Smiles galore as graduation celebrations return

2021 saw the return of much-loved graduation ceremonies, the chance to dress in academic regalia, cross the stage, and have photographs taken with peers, friends and family. Gathering to celebrate academic achievements and welcome new graduates into our alumni family has never been more appreciated.

Hobart 13.08.2021–14.08.2021

The Winter graduations in Hobart and Launceston welcomed over 3,700 new graduates.

Hobart ceremonies saw students graduate from the Colleges of Health and Medicine; Sciences and Engineering; Arts, Law and Education; and the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics, as well as the Graduate Research Office and the University College.

The Deputy Chancellor, Mr Harvey Gibson, presided along with Mr James Groom, University Council Member. Ceremonies were attended by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rufus Black, and his representatives. Honorary degrees were awarded to businessman, philanthropist and former longstanding Chair of the Board of the Menzies Institute for Medical Research, Bruce Neill, and to comedian, writer and actor Hannah Gadsby.

Launceston 21.08.2021

Launceston ceremonies welcomed graduates from all of the Colleges, the University College and the Graduate Research Office. The Chancellor was represented by University Council Member Mrs Susan Chen.

Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, and Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers AO attended ceremonies in both cities.

Sydney 22.04.2021

Then-Chancellor, The Honourable Michael Field AC, presided over Sydney’s graduation ceremonies for students from the College of Health and Medicine’s School of Nursing; College of Arts, Law and Education; School of Business and Economics; College of Sciences and Engineering; and Graduate Research. The Vice-Chancellor was represented by Associate Professor Stuart Crispin. Professor Melanie Lauva, Associate Dean New South Wales Campuses, gave the address.

Katherine Johnson