Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Master of Engineering
Liveris Undergraduate Scholar
Sam graduated from Padua College Kedron in 2022, achieving an ATAR of 99.75, a QCE Certificate of Academic Commendation, and Certificates of Excellence in both Physics and Chemistry. He is currently completing his third year in a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Master of Engineering in Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Queensland.
Throughout his time at school, Sam strived to immerse himself in the many opportunities available at his school and in the broader community. His dedication culminated in Sam's appointment as Padua School Captain for 2022 and his achievement of the Provincial Minister's Award for his service to the college. Sam was also a recipient of the ADF Future Innovators' Award and the Griffith Remarkable Award.
Since beginning university, Sam has built upon these achievements with significant professional experience. He recently completed a 12-week vacation work placement at Glencore's Hail Creek Mine as a Process Engineer, where he optimized flotation cell performance and improved product quality metrics. He currently serves as a Research Assistant at UQ's Pyrometallurgy Innovation Centre (PYROSEARCH), conducting high-temperature experiments and collaborating with PhD researchers.
Sam has embraced leadership opportunities at university, currently serving as Treasurer for the UQ Engineering Undergraduate Society, where he manages a large annual budget. Previously, he was Engagement Officer for the Chemical Engineering Student Society, implementing a successful mentoring program, and Youth Outreach Coordinator for Engineers Without Borders, organizing workshops for schools across Queensland.
Sam's academic excellence has been recognized with both the Liveris Academy Undergraduate Scholarship and the TJ Ryan Memorial Medal and Scholarship. He has enhanced his global perspective through a New Colombo Plan mobility program at the National Taiwan Normal University, studying Sustainable Development Goals in practice.
Outside of his studies, Sam maintains his interests in debating and community service. He has worked as a private tutor since 2022 and continues to be committed to helping others through his outreach work. Sam is passionate about sustainable innovation in the resources sector and looks forward to applying his growing expertise in metallurgical processes that balance environmental stewardship with economic efficiency.
