Alumni Hall of Fame

"To be humble and live my Christian values."

"Irrespective of your talents and application, your career will pose risks and uncertainties, sometimes with alarming frequency. In managing risk, draw on the most rigorous techniques available. In dealing with uncertainty, think about it, take a deep breath and back your own judgment."

"As an economic advisor one can have a significant impact on the outside world. I take most satisfaction from employing my training to furthering the policy debate in Australia"

"Pursue excellence in economic policy either through research, commentary or direct input into the policy-making process."

"My greatest interest is the search for knowledge. This is followed by spreading knowledge and preserving knowledge. It is a pleasure to be a mentor of young scholars, to encourage them to do research and publish the results of their research. In my teaching, I encourage students to ask questions and to think for themselves."

"I believe that wise use of economics can make a positive difference to people's lives. In developing arguments about economic policy, I have tried to combine rigorous economic analysis with a commitment to fundamental values of freedom, equality and social justice."

"Ideas and a certain boldness go well together."

"Know what you love to do and keep persevering. Life circumstances may side-track you for a while, but if you continue to work on your ideas and make them accessible to others, your work will eventually be recognised."

"To learn and contribute with passion. Enjoy working as part of a team."