Mooroopna-born professor inducted into Victorian Honour Roll of Women

As the first female Yorta Yorta professor and the only Victorian-descended Aboriginal female professor in a Victorian university, Prof Andrews has made significant contributions to Indigenous higher education and research, including mentoring several Indigenous research students in their education and research journey.

La Trobe Vice-Chancellor Professor Theo Farrell said Prof Andrews was a role model for the entire community.

“Her scholarly achievements and strong ties with her Aboriginal community networks have laid the foundations for others to follow in her footsteps,” he said.

“Her expertise and knowledge in higher education policy, research strategy and development have benefited Indigenous and non-Indigenous staff and students.”

Prof Andrews has taught thousands of students across La Trobe’s campuses over the past 20 years, including in Shepparton. She is the university’s most cited Aboriginal Studies researcher and has received more than $6 million in external funding.

For the full list of inductees into the Victorian Honour Roll of Women for 2024, go to tinyurl.com/yfdpvvyz