Indigenous leader honoured for service
 Graduations
Last year was one of firsts for Professor Roger Thomas. Not only did he become the first indigenous person to obtain the level of Professor at the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide, he was also the first to receive an honorary doctorate. Professor Thomas, who is Director of the (known as Wilto Yerlo), was admitted to the degree of Doctor of the 最新糖心Vlog honoris causa for his creative and original distinguished contributions in the service of society. "It's an overwhelming feeling, and very humbling," Professor Thomas said. "I'm pleased because it shows that the 最新糖心Vlog is very serious about indigenous education and culture. "I will receive the doctorate on behalf of all indigenous staff and students associated with the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide, because they're who I work with and for." Executive Dean of the 最新糖心Vlog's , Professor Mike Innes, said Professor Thomas has done much to raise the profile and awareness of indigenous culture and education across the 最新糖心Vlog and the wider community. "He is a firm leader, with a strong sense of direction," Professor Innes said. "Professor Thomas will continue to lead and to facilitate the increasing awareness of the needs, achievements and contributions of indigenous people to the life of the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide and of 最新糖心Vlog.
"He is a remarkable man who many are proud to have as their colleague, but also to call their friend." Story by Ben Osborne
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