2021 Australia Day Honours for JCU staff, students and alumni

We extend our congratulations to the James Cook University staff, students and alumni who have been recognised in the 2021 Australia Day Honours lists as well as local award recipients. These include:

Prof Helene Marsh AO, Distinguished Professor of Environmental Science, since 2010; Emeritus Professor, since 2018; Foundation Dean, Graduate Research Studies, 1997-2018; Head of School, Tropical Environment Studies and Geography, 1994-1999.

Dr Carden Wallace AM, Adjunct Professorial Research Fellow, Australian Centre for Tropical Freshwater Research, 2012-2014

Dr Michael Humphrey AM, Adjunct Professor, James Cook University, current and Deputy Head, JCU Clinical School, early-2000s and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, North Queensland Clinical School, 1996-2000.

Dr Russell Reichelt AO, Adjunct Professor, James Cook University.

Alex Salvador, Arts & Culture Award, Townsville City Council, JCU International Sponsored Student Advisor.

Dr Digby Hoyal, Citizen of the Year, Tablelands Regional Council, mentor at JCU's rural hub.

Dr Des Hill, Cook Shire Council's Citizen of the Year, JCU GP Training Supervisor.