Outstanding Alumni Awards

The Outstanding Alumni Awards (OAA) recognise graduates of QUT and its predecessor institutions for exceptional professional and personal achievements and contributions locally, nationally, and internationally.

The awards showcase and celebrate the diverse achievements, leadership, and impact of alumni who are leaders and influencers in their professions and communities.

Meet our outstanding alumni

Alumni insights

Discover inspiring stories, industry expertise, and thought-provoking ideas from those who have walked the path before you. Connect with the game changers and tap into the collective wisdom of your alumni community.

QUT Leadership Institute’s first signature program is now available

16 September, 2026

QUT Leadership Institute’s first signature program is now available

16 September, 2026

QUT Leadership Institute’s first signature program - Unlimited: Elevating Women Leaders, will commence in Brisbane across five immersive days: 13–14 and 27–28 October and 18 November 2026.

What's on: September - October 2026

14 September, 2026

What's on: September - October 2026

14 September, 2026

We’ve got you covered with a list of exciting events happening on and off campus this September and October, including both free and paid events for QUT Alumni.

Benjamin Jackson | Where creativity takes you

14 September, 2026

Benjamin Jackson | Where creativity takes you

14 September, 2026

For Benjamin Jackson, creativity has never been confined to one place. From studying drama at QUT to working on the family farm in Guyra, DJing as Electric Postman and creating intricate sheep art, Benjamin has followed his curiosity wherever it has led.

Engineering Resilient Communities with Himanthi Mendis

11 September, 2026

Engineering Resilient Communities with Himanthi Mendis

11 September, 2026

Senior Civil Engineer Himanthi Mendis reflects on her career journey, the importance of collaboration and continuous learning, and the experiences that have shaped her approach to solving complex engineering challenges.

QUT research update: September 2026

10 September, 2026

QUT research update: September 2026

10 September, 2026

See the most recent research updates from QUT this month including AI-driven solutions to lower urban heat, a $3M project to improve allergic rhinitis treatment, a new QUT-led program to strengthen leadership across Queensland's early childhood sector.

Have a go: How Tim Hatcher is shaping EzyDog’s next chapter

10 September, 2026

Have a go: How Tim Hatcher is shaping EzyDog’s next chapter

10 September, 2026

Tim’s career has taken him from accounting, energy and resources to the very different world of premium pet products. Today, he is helping lead EzyDog, the family business behind some of the world’s best-known dog harnesses, into its next chapter.

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Have you or a former classmate been featured in the news recently? We love celebrating our alumni who have been making headlines! Each month we feature news-making alumni in the QUT Alumni Newsletter to let our community know how their fellow alumni are making waves and inspiring others.