14 SEPTEMBER 2016: Congratulations to local academics and professional staff from CQ University and James Cook University on being recommended for citations for their outstanding contributions to student learning. From CQ University, Dr Julie Fleming, Dr Michael Cowling, Trixie James, and the Educational Technology Team were awarded prestigious Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning though the Liberal National Government's 2016 Australian Awards for University Teaching program. From James Cook University, Dr David Holmes, Dr Constantin Constantinoiu, and the Veterinary Sciences Early Career Teaching and development Team also were recommended for citation.It gives me great pleasure to recognise the significant commitment and achievement of university teachers and professional staff in our local universities. Improving the student learning experience is what these Citations are all about, and they confirm the crucial role teachers play in providing quality education to Australia’s students. The Citations awarded recognise a diverse range of contributions and are evidence of the innovative and dedicated work of our university teachers.Each successful individual or team will receive $10,000 to further their work supporting university students. CQ University and James Cook University are among 36 universities around the country to have staff recognised through the 2016 programme with 109 recipients being awarded Citations.A full list of Citation recipients is available from www.education.gov.au/australian-awards-university-teaching