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Distinguished Alumni
2012 Distinguished Alumni Awards - confidential nominations close April 20
The
Distinguished Alumni Awards are focused specifically on graduates of
the University of Waikato. The awards celebrate alumni who have
made outstanding contributions in their careers or communities. Graduates
of the University holding a degree or diploma are eligible for
nomination. All nominations are confidential and use the broad
criteria of excellence and achievement. Nominations from alumni,
current or former staff and friends of the University are welcome. Please refer to the nominations guidelines and the official Distinguished Alumni Award nomination form for further details. The
2012 awards will be presented at a formal dinner hosted by Chancellor
Rt Hon Jim Bolger and Vice-Chancellor Professor Roy Crawford at the
Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts on Friday 24 August.
2011 Awardees

Paul Bowker Owner, Hotel on Devonport, H & H Construction Ltd
Post Graduate Diploma in Management Studies, 2007 and Master of Business Administration, 2008
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John Erkkila Founder and Executive Director, New Zealand Home Loans
Bachelor of Science, 1985
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Hon Hekia Parata, MP Minister of Education
Bachelor of Arts, 1980 and Master of Arts, 1984
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Lt Col Dr Christopher Pugsley, FRHistS Senior Lecturer War Studies, Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
Doctor of Philosophy, 1992
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2010 Awardees 
Sam Knowles Kiwibank Founding Chief Executive
Bachelor of Science, 1975
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Dr Craig Nevill-Manning Director, New York Engineering, Google
Doctor of Philosophy, 1996
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Lt Col Tenby Powell Leading Businessman, Director and Chairman
Bachelor of Social Science, 1987
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2009 Awardees

Dr Judy McGregor, CNZM Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) Commissioner
Bachelor of Arts, 1970
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Alyn Ware Peace Activist
Master of Education, 1989
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Annabelle White Celebrity Chef and Cookbook Author
Master of Arts, 1982
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2008 Awardees
Lt Gen Sir Jerry Mateparae, ONZM Governor General and former NZ Defense Force chief
Master of Arts, 1996
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Hon David Derek Sikua Prime Minister, Solomon Islands
Doctor of Philosophy, 2003
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Peter Vela, ONZM Business founder and owner
Master of Social Science, 1973
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2007 Awardees

Theresa Gattung Leading New Zealand business personality Former Telecom CEO
Bachelor of Management Studies, 1984
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Clare McTamney HR Manager, Accenture
Bachelor of Management Studies (Hons) and Bachelor of Laws, 1999
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Deryck SkawDirector, APR Consultants Ltd Bachelor of Science, 1978 Read more
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