University of Wollongong honors Carlene York and Karl Kruszelnicki

The University of Wollongong (UOW) held its November graduation ceremonies from November 3 to 5, recognizing more than 1,700 students across eight ceremonies.

Among the recipients of honorary degrees was Carlene York, the former New South Wales State Emergency Service (SES) Commissioner and frontline police officer. Dr. York received an honorary doctorate of Laws for her leadership during the Black Summer bushfires and subsequent record-breaking floods.

Additionally, Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki was awarded an honorary doctor of science in recognition of his contributions to science communication and public understanding of science. Professor Chennupati Jagadish, an internationally renowned physicist and engineer, was also among those recognized during the three-day event.