UQ’s ’shining stars’ recognised at awards

The behind-the-scenes achievements of The University of Queensland's staff took centre stage at the Chancellor's Awards for 2014 on Thursday. Chancellor John Story applauded the "shining stars" of UQ and the vital work they do in supporting the university's teaching, research and engagement successes. "For everyone nominated, this is a celebration of their leadership and dedication to delivering an outstanding service, product and opportunities," Mr Story said. "Without each staff member contributing in their area — from administration to operations and anywhere behind the scenes — the University would certainly shine less brightly and the academic and research areas for which we are internationally renowned would suffer for it. Mr Story said UQ's professional employees added value to everything from daily operational management of research facilities to finance, human resources and information technology services. "Every day our people go to great lengths to deliver the UQ Advantage, and it's important that we take pride and recognise the successes," he said. Recipients of the top awards were: Professor Louise Hickson from the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences won the UQ Leadership Award Katie Gollschewski from the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering won the Chancellor's Award for Individual Excellence R D Milns Antiquities Museum team won the Chancellor's Award for Team Excellence The University also acknowledges the work of professional staff through the Miracle Worker Awards, for staff who are greatly appreciated by their colleagues for providing assistance, displaying a positive influence in their work environment, showing outstanding professionalism, and possessing great organisational skills.