This resource provides an overview of ACU Citations and Vice-Chancellor's Teaching Awards. The application process and key dates are outlined and links to resources to support applications are included. Applications for 2025 will open 12 May and close 8 September.
ACU Citations & ACU Vice-Chancellor Teaching Awards are designed to recognise and reward staff who have made an outstanding contribution to student learning at ACU. All ACU staff members (including professional staff) are encouraged to apply.
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| 7 May | Information session |
| 12 May | Applications open |
| 8 September | Submissions due to CEI |
| W/C 22 September | Awards & Grants Assessment Group convenes to review applications |
| W/C 1 October | Outcome of applications advised |
| November | Release of funds to successful recipients |
ACU Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning are designed to recognise and reward staff who have made an outstanding contribution to student learning at the University. You may apply to be recognised for outstanding contributions to student learning at the University under one of five different awards:
Both individual and team contributions may be recognised. Each award is worth $5,000: this amount is awarded to an individual or to a team.
ACU Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning Guidelines provide a road map for submissions, ensuring a fair and equitable process for all applicants. It is important to read prior to preparing your proposal in addition to seeking signed endorsement from your Head of School, Associate Dean (Learning and Teaching) or Director of your unit (whichever is appropriate).
The Vice-Chancellor's awards for excellence in teaching are the highest level of recognition offered by ACU. The Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching and the Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Teaching give recognition to teachers (individuals and teams) renowned for their excellent teaching and their deep contribution to enhancing the quality of learning and teaching in higher education. Both awards are open to either full-time or part-time academic staff with at least five years of service in the university.
Each award is worth $10,000 per individual or team. The guidelines provide a road map for submissions, ensuring a fair and equitable process for all applicants. It is important to read the guidelines prior to preparing your application in addition to seeking signed endorsement from your Head of School, Associate Dean (Learning and Teaching) or Director of your unit (whichever is appropriate).
| Recipient | Citation Type |
|---|---|
| Dr Andrea Salins | Sessional Citation |
| Dr Emma Slade | Sessional Citation |
| Dr Jessica Russ-Smith | Building Cultural Capacity Citation |
| Dr Michael Witter | Early Career Citation |
| Dr Nicky Brake | General Citation |
| Dr Sindu George | General Citation |
ACU offers awards and citations to recognise staff and teams who have made an outstanding contribution to student learning and to recognise excellence in teaching.
Discover recognition opportunitiesTeaching Development Grants (TDGs) support innovation, curriculum initiatives, and scholarship in higher education.
Explore TDGsThe Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT) celebrate excellence in university education.
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