Student Prizes and Awards
Student Prizes
A wide range of student prizes are awarded each year by the ANU College of Law. The objectives of the prizes are to recognise students who have demonstrated a high level of academic excellence whilst studying law at the ANU.
A prize is an award given in recognition of outstanding performance, academic achievement or service. Most prizes are awarded for quantifiable achievement as set out in the relevant Conditions of Award, and provides students with a tangible way to demonstrate their dedication and application in studying law.
Further Information on Prize Eligibility and Selection Process
Eligibility
The award is available each year to an ANU student who:
- is a domestic or international student.
- enrolled in the relevant course or program during the calendar year relevant to the awarding of the prize.
Selection and Constraints
Selection is made on the basis of academic merit through the award of the highest mark in the course.
A student may not be eligible to be awarded the prize if:
- the student is making a second or subsequent attempt at the course; or
- the student has previously pursued a course of study in a course, (whether at the University or another tertiary education institution), the content of which, is in the opinion of the Dean of the ANU College of Law, substantially similar to the content of the course for which the prize is to be awarded.
The ANU College of Law reserves the right to make no award if it considers there is no applicant of sufficient merit. The ANU College of Law may also vary the number of prizes if multiple winners are identified by splitting the prize.
If a course ceases to be offered or is not offered in that year, it is at the discretion of the Dean of the ANU College of Law to nominate a prize recipient who was enrolled in a course which has similar content.
Where required, the University Medal Committee will be available for qualitative or subjective assessment determinants if a decision is not reached within the College to determine prize winners.
Recipient Obligations
The awarding of a prize is based on the information provided to the University. A prize may be declined by the recipient once they have been notified as the prize winner. This must be provided in writing to the ANU College of Law no later than two weeks from notification.
If the prize is accepted by the recipient, they agree to the publication of their name.
In some instances the recipient may be asked to:
- write a letter of thanks to the donor;
- participate in marketing activities and/or asked to provide a reflective statement.
The recipient of this award is subject to The Australian National University Act 1991 as amended, and to the Statutes, Rules, Regulations and Resolutions of the University.
These conditions of award should be read in conjunction with the University’s Coursework Scholarships Policy and Procedures listed below.
Related Policies, Procedures and Rules
- ANU Coursework Scholarship Policy: https://policies.anu.edu.au/ppl/document/ANUP_007803
- ANU Coursework Scholarship Procedure: https://policies.anu.edu.au/ppl/document/ANUP_009607
- ANU Academic Misconduct Rules: https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/F2014L01785
- ANU Discipline Rules: https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/F2014L01792
Annual Prize ceremony
The ANU College of Law hosts an annual prize ceremony in March to recognise excellence in student performance, academic achievement and service. The prize ceremony provides a valuable opportunity to highlight our students considerable efforts and achievements. The College is fortunate to offer over 60 prizes to students which are generously supported by national and local law firms, Australian Government agencies, staff members and College donors.
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2018 Student Prize Ceremony (2.15 MB)
- 2017 Student Prize Ceremony (1.56 MB)
- 2016 Student Prize Ceremony (1.63 MB)
- 2015 Student Prize Ceremony (1.44 MB)
- 2014 Student Prize Ceremony (1.01 MB)
- 2013 Student Prize Ceremony (2.61 MB)
Dean's Certificate
The ANU College of Law Dean's Certificate are awarded to exceptional students to recognise their achievements. The recipients' name of Dean’s Certificate from each year are listed in the prize ceremony booklets.
University Medal
The University Medal recognises students who have obtained First Class Honours and demonstrated exceptional academic excellence across their studies. We are proud of the following ANU Law students who have received a University Medal.
| Year | Medal recipient |
|---|---|
| 2020 |
Gracie Beck |
| 2019 |
Hannah Dawson |
| 2018 |
Marcus Dahl |
| 2017 |
Odette Shenfield |
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2016 |
Naomi Wootton |
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2013 |
Ruby Howard-Hill |
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2012 |
Fan Xing Samuel Chan |
| 2011 |
Frances Leitch |
|
2010 |
Pauline Bomball (nee Thai) |
|
2009 |
Peter Krizmanits |
| 2008 |
Jennifer Bowles |
|
2007 |
Aparna Rao |
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2006 |
Jennifer Robinson |
|
2005 |
Patrick Delaney |
|
2004 |
John King |
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2003 |
David Quinn |
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2002 |
Derek James Brotherson |
|
2001 |
Robyn Jennifer Briese |
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2000 |
Anthea Elizabeth Roberts |
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1999 |
Michael Joseph O’Meara |
|
1998 |
Marianne Angela Bowd |
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1997 |
Matthew John Darke |
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1996 |
Katrine Anne Bewley |
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1995 |
Wayne John Leach |
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1994 |
Andrew Alan Dempster |
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1993 |
Georgina Adams |
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1992 |
Graeme Hill |
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1991 |
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1989 |
Joshua Getzler |
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1987 |
Philip Mark Griffin |
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1986 |
Susan Marlene Davies |
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1984 |
Quentin Digby |
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1983 |
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1980 |
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1979 |
Ian Edward Davidson |
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1976 |
Peter John Parsons |
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1974 |
John Edward Griffiths |
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1972 |
Adrienne Suzanne Merritt |
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1971 |
Kevin Michael Crotty |
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1968 |
James William Constance |
