It is the time of year again when we seek nominations for our annual Alumni Awards. Each year, we open nominations to coincide with our May Reunions and other associated events.

Our Alumni Awards hold significant importance at St Aidan’s. Students and staff eagerly anticipate the announcement of Alumni Award recipients at Aidan’s Day in August. This is followed by the presentation and celebration video profiles of our winners, shared at our annual Awards evening, Aidan’s Celebrates, held each October.

We believe there is immense value in our students having access to accomplished women who were once just like them here at school. We know how true it is that "what you see, you can be", especially when it comes to inspiring young girls and women to realise they can achieve whatever they set their minds and efforts towards.

How can you nominate?  

Please read the conditions of entry before submitting a nomination. Any incomplete nominations or nominations submitted after the deadline will be considered the following year. You can self-nominate or be nominated by someone else.

The Alumni Award Categories are:

- Caroline Amy Alumni Award

This pinnacle Alumni award recipient exemplifies continuous and significant contributions in professional, community, cultural, sporting or leadership achievement. They inspire and uplift those around them through their lifelong pursuits.

- Mother Emma Alumni Award

Established in 2019, in celebration of St Aidan’s 90-year history, the Mother Emma Award celebrates achievement in the areas of entrepreneurship and innovation. The award recipient demonstrates game changing and trail blazing endeavours across community or professional life. They may have pursued an alternative study or experience pathways to create their mark on the world.

- Emma Betts Alumni Award

Recognises young alumni (30 years or younger at the time of nomination) who’s professional or volunteer accomplishments demonstrate a significant positive impact - locally, nationally or internationally. As an inspirational role model, they have raised their profile and standing within the community to create positive impact in their field.

Before completing a nomination form you will require the following supporting documentation:
- Current CV for the nominee
- Written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing why the nominee deserves to be recognised and how they meet the criteria for the award
- Other supporting evidence (optional) such as awards received, media clippings, video footage, etc.

Please start the application process to nominate here

We encourage all applications to be completed by 1 July 2026. If you haven any queries or wish to seek assistance with a nomination, please contact Jo Fairley, Alumni Officer at j.fairley@staidans.qld.edu.au