Companions recognised for ethics committee service
Published on 16 March, 2006
CQU's latest Companions of the University - Geraldine (Gerry) Neal and Estelle Woodhouse - have been recognised for their service to research ethics committees.
The University presented their honorary awards during the CQU Rockhampton graduations on March 11.
Gerry has a long and productive relationship with Central Queensland University – as a student, as a provider of legal advice to students, as a part-time teacher, and as a leader of short courses in such matters as conflict management, workplace equity, human resource management, and related topics.
She has given 10 years of voluntary service as a member of the University’s Human Research Ethics Committee which is responsible for assessing and providing clearance to any research or teaching projects proposed to be undertaken by University staff and students involving human participants. Her legal knowledge and experience has been particularly valuable to the University in this role.
Estelle Woodhouse has also long been a loyal advocate and supporter of CQU.
For 25 years, she has been an active and continuous community volunteer member on the University’s Animal Ethics Committee.
This Committee is responsible for assessing and providing clearance to any research or teaching projects undertaken by University staff or students involving the use of vertebrate animals.
Estelle's in-depth knowledge of the Code of Ethics and the relevant legislation has ensured that the Committee is able to fulfil its legal responsibilities.
She has a long history in the welfare of animals. In 1975 she formed the Capricornia Wildlife Welfare Association.
While no longer an active member, Estelle continues to provide advice to the Association where it is needed, and is a lifetime member.
She has also been trained in the raising and caring of various animals such as birds, kangaroos, wallabies, and the like. This knowledge has been extremely useful in her role on the Animal Ethics Committee.
Photos: Geraldine Neal (above) and Estelle Woodhouse are presented with their honorary awards.