AUT’s newest Reeves Honorary Fellow
Associate Professor Peter Larmer has been made AUT’s newest Reeves Honorary Fellow in recognition of his significant contribution to the University's leadership, development and reputation.
A Reeves Honorary Fellowship is awarded to former staff or AUT Council members who have made outstanding contributions to the leadership, teaching and research, life and well-being, and strategic development of the University.
Associate Professor Peter Larmer retired from AUT in 2021 after a long and distinguished career at AUT over 25 years, which saw him become one of the leaders in his field and in health in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Peter has contributed in a wide range of leadership roles over this time, including as a Head of Department, several Head of School roles, Acting Dean and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Damon Salesa says the Reeves Honorary Fellowship is a fitting tribute to Peter's contributions to AUT and the health sector.
“This recognition is a testament to Peter’s unwavering commitment to excellence in academia and to our University, reflecting the remarkable impact he has made on, in particular, clinical health graduates. I am delighted that he has accepted this honorary award,” says Damon.
Peter had been a major influence in the success of AUT’s Doctor of Health Science (DHSc), the first of its kind in the country. The DHSc provides an innovative approach to doctoral-level study, which engages health leaders in meaningful applied research that positively influences practice.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research Professor Mark Orams says, “These many contributions have consistently benefited from Peter’s leadership, his ability to network and build respectful and productive relationships.
“Peter’s strong advocacy, leadership, and engagement with the DHSc have been major contributions to AUT and to the Aotearoa New Zealand health sector. The years of service and leadership that Peter had shown, especially as Head of the School of Clinical Sciences, means he is worthy of this AUT honour,” says Mark.
Peter was conferred with the honour by the Vice-Chancellor on behalf of the AUT Council at a ceremony at AUT’s North Campus on Wednesday.