He was awarded the University Medal as the most distinguished graduate of the Class of 1968.
A University Medal is one of several different types of awards, bestowed by universities upon outstanding students or members of staff.
Many universities award University Medals to the top undergraduate students upon graduation each year.
The criteria for bestowing the University Medal are stringent.
The University Medal is often awarded to the most distinguished undergraduate student upon graduation.
Dr. Dowling received an honorary degree and the University Medal this year, the first time that both awards have ever been given to one person.
He graduated from the University of Sydney with a University Medal in law.
B in 1897, winning the University Medal in the process.
In 1990, the university honored him with its highest award, the University Medal.
In 1999, he received the University Medal, awarded to those who have performed outstanding service to or for the University.