150 Faces of Fed celebrates our incredible community over the past 150 years. It highlights many faces within our Federation University community including students, alumni, staff, researchers and friends of Fed, revealing their experiences and inspiring stories. Throughout our anniversary year, we will gradually share 150 stories in 150 words - celebrating our diverse community.

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Professor Duncan Bentley

Professor Duncan Bentley was appointed Vice-Chancellor of Federation University in 2020.
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Matt Hardiman

Matt Hardiman has developed an illustrious career in helping elite athletes to perform to their highest ability in China and was recently appointed a Sports Performance Coach with the Chinese Olympic Committee.
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Dr EJ (Jack) Barker, OAM

Jack Barker is a distinguished figure in the history of the School of Mines Ballarat (SMB).
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Dr Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, AM

Dr Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is a pioneer of the biotechnology industry in India and has been named among TIME magazine's 100 most influential people in the world.
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Leigh Russell

Leigh Russell, CEO of Swimming Australia, is an accomplished executive, director and elite sports leader who is passionate about developing the next generation of female leaders.
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David Noonan

David Noonan has become a renowned international artist with his dynamic large-scale monochromatic collages and cut-out sculptures.
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Ms Avantika Patel

Avantika Patel is one of the first students to graduate from Federation University’s Brisbane Campus.
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Jodie Sizer

Jodie Sizer is a Djab Wurrung and Gunditjimara woman and one of Australia’s foremost Indigenous leaders.
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