Celebrating Excellence in PASS & Peer Learning Across Australasia
The Australasian PASS & Peer Learning Awards recognise and celebrate exceptional leadership, commitment and impact in the Australasian peer learning community. These awards highlight individuals and teams who demonstrate outstanding contribution to peer-assisted learning, student engagement, and success across higher education. They honour thoughtful reflection, innovative practice, deep alignment with PASS and peer learning principles, and meaningful collaboration across institutions.
Each year, nominations are rigorously reviewed by a panel of experienced practitioners and leaders from across the region. The awards reflect the depth of excellence in the PASS and peer learning community and spotlight practice that inspires and elevates student-centred learning.
2025 Awards Winners
Outstanding New PASS Leader
• Raf El Mongi – Curtin University
• Van Nhi Pham – University of Tasmania
• Henry Ponte – University of South Australia
Outstanding Senior PASS Leader
• Melinda Venner – Torrens University Australia
• Shaun Matthews – Murdoch University
• Elleigh Turner – University of South Australia
Outstanding Student Peer Leader
• Chloe-Lea Sullivan – University of Wollongong
• Souad (Sue) Ahmed – Murdoch University
Outstanding PASS Team
• Undergraduate and Postgraduate Business Unit Team – The University of Sydney Business School
Congratulations to all winners! Their leadership, creativity and dedication exemplify best practice in peer learning and enrich student experiences across the sector. We also acknowledge the Chair of the Awards Committee and judging panellists for their thoughtful work in recognising excellence in peer learning.
2024 Awards Winners
Congratulations to the 2024 Australasian PASS & Peer Learning Award recipients who were honoured for their exceptional contributions:
Outstanding New PASS Leaders
• Kye Phillips – University of Wollongong
• Coty Stoddart – Curtin University
• Ryan Oxland – University of Adelaide
• Isabella Macpherson – University of Tasmania
Outstanding Senior PASS Leaders / Mentors
• Doha Goreishi – UNSW
• Katelyn Crawford – University of Adelaide
• Suliana Malé – Murdoch University
• Ariana Shang – University of Sydney
Outstanding Student Peer Leader
• Nivanka Fernando – Western Sydney University
Outstanding Peer Educator Team
• Peer Learning Advisors (PLA) Team – University of Sydney
Recent International Recognition
We are delighted to share that Jessica Morr (University of Sydney) has been awarded 'Outstanding Veteran SI/PASS Supervisor' at the 2026 International Awards convened by the International Centre for SI/PASS at UMKC. On behalf of the entire community, congratulations on this extremely well-deserved recognition.