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Welcome to your May edition of Alumni and Friends.
We are delighted to let you know that the University of Tasmania Alumni Awards are now open for nominations, closing 26 May. See the Updates section below for further information and my tips on what makes a good nomination.
Also in this edition, hear from an alumnus leading the engineering behind Southgate, a green data centre based in Tasmania; an award-winning author’s new Tasmania-inspired novel; an education alumnus’s international reach; and vale to theatre legend John Clark AM.
Warm regards
Rebecca Cuthill
Director, Advancement, University of Tasmania
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Engineering the future
How a Tasmanian education is helping engineer Tim Moore grow opportunities beyond what he could ever have imagined.
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Vale John Clark AM, BA Hons 1954, MA 1956, honoris causa 2023
Here we include a discussion we had with John in 2023, which highlights his significant contribution to the dramatic arts.
Alumna Katherine Johnson's prize-winning Tasmanian story
Dr Johnson completed a PhD in Creative Writing at the University of Tasmania in 2019. Every Wild Soul is her fifth novel.
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Dr Mark Heyward, BA 1979, DipEd 1980, MEdStud 1993, PhD 2005
From teacher to program director, Dr Mark Heyward's career in education is extending well beyond Tasmania's shores.
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Time to honour the exceptional impact of our alumni!
Through the University of Tasmania’s Alumni Awards, we seek to honour the diverse and significant achievements of our graduates. Recognise the substantial contributions individual alumni are having on communities across Tasmania, Australia and the world by nominating a friend, peer, colleague, or yourself. Nominate now
Congratulations to alumna Rhianna Farnan, recently named the winner of the MAIB Excellence in Leadership Award at the 2026 Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Rhianna in our upcoming online Explore session, Buying Your First Home: What You Actually Need to Know, May 21, 1.00–2.00pm, where she’ll share practical, real‑world insights from her work as Director of Derwent Finance. Take a look at her video below where she shares how one TikTok post grew her mortgage business and why careers matter beyond social media.
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MAY | 27 The Dick and Joan Green Family Book Award for Tasmanian History Public Lecture with the 2024 winner, alumnus Robbie Arnott, for his book Limberlost, 5.30pm–7.00pm, The Forest and online
MAY | 28 - JUN | 01 Island Readers & Writers Festival, bringing together leading Australian authors and acclaimed local voices for five days of conversations, workshops, readings and creative exchange in Nipaluna / Hobart
JUN | 03 AAIA Tas Branch Annual Lecture and Reception – A Changing World: Australia and the Contested Maritime Domain with Jennifer Parker, Principal and Founder, Barrier Strategic Advisory. All attendees must register for this event to access Government House.
JUN | 06 Malaysia Alumni Social in KL, 2.30pm–4.30pm, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel
JUN | 07 Singapore Alumni Event at the Night Safari, 6.00pm–9.00pm, Singapore Mandai Zoo
JUN | 10 Island of Ideas: Understanding the Insect Apocalypse, 6.00pm–7.30pm, Sir Stanley Burbury Lecture Theatre and online
AUG | 01 TEDxHobart Salon 2026: Identity: A day of speakers, thinkers, and doers from Lutruwita/Tasmania doing incredible things that will be featured on the world stage, 11.00am, Ian Potter Recital Hall, The Hedberg
AUG | 4 SAVE THE DATE: MBBS Alumni Networking Event - Hobart
AUG | 5 SAVE THE DATE: Law Career Conversations, Law School, Sandy Bay - Alumni mentoring students
AUG | 28 SAVE THE DATE: Brisbane Alumni Breakfast Event, 7.30am–9.00am, Green House, Howard Smith Wharves
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* The Island Network: An online space for University of Tasmania alumni to connect, share, and belong. This is more than a platform; it's your gateway to the Tasmanian alumni community worldwide. Join The Island Network today and be part of a community that values connection, contribution, and lifelong belonging.
*Now open: 2027 John Monash Scholarships: $100,000 a year for up to three years, supporting outstanding Australians to pursue a master’s or PhD at any university outside Australia. Whether your passion lies in science, technology, the arts or social impact – this scholarship is open to Australians of all ages and study areas who demonstrate excellence, leadership potential and an ambition to shape a better future for our nation. Apply now
*Now open: Australia China Alumni Association 2026 Scholarships Program: part of a landmark 3-year initiative (2025–2028) to recognise and support outstanding students at Australian education institutions. Apply now
*Volunteer at the 2026 Science & Engineering Challenge: If you’re available and interested in supporting this year’s event, the UTAS Schools Engagement Team would love to have you involved. Volunteer Info and Registration
*Have you graduated from the University of Tasmania in the last 4-6 months? If yes, check your email for an invitation to participate in the 2026 May Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) from gos@srcentre.com.au. There are weekly prize draws for a chance to win up to $1,000!
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We are here to help you. Get in touch with us at alumni.office@utas.edu.au
You can update your contact details, follow the University of Tasmania Alumni on Facebook to hear about: networking or volunteering opportunities, receptions, social events, public lectures, forums, exclusive alumni benefits and the latest University news.
Did you know that your gift, regardless of size, will contribute to scholarships, teaching and research that are truly transformational. Together, we will shift the boundaries of what is possible.
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We acknowledge and pay respect to the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which the
University of Tasmania campuses are located, and to their elders past, present and emerging.
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