Inaugural Award presented in 2009

Universities Australia (formerley the Australian Vice Chancellors' Committee - AVCC) is the peak industry body representing the university sector.  A key role of this is th policy and advocacy for higher education in the public interest.  As a part of this strategy, Universities Australia has partnered with the National Press Club of Australia to present annual media award that reward and recognise excellent journalism that helps to position and promote the economic and social benefits emanating from Australia's universities to the community, government, industry and the community in general.

The first awards ceremony will be held on Thursday March 05, 2009 at the Gala Dinner of the 2009 Universities Australia conference.  Press Club member will be invited to attend and all details will be provided shortly.

Submissions for the awards will open soon so please stay tuned!