UQ School of Social Science (Criminology program), Dr Michelle Sydes, was selected by the Dean, UQ Graduate School, as a recipient of the 2017 Dean’s Award for Outstanding Higher Degree by Research Theses. Michelle's thesis is entitled: 'The Immigration-Crime Myth: Exploring the Impact of Immigration on Neighbourhood Violence'.
Michelle’s examiners nominated her for this award as they considered Michelle’s thesis to be a substantial contribution to the field of research. Fewer than 10% of PhD and MPhil graduates are recognised this way each year.
