Tribute messages
As we mourn the passing of Emma with great sadness, we also take this moment to reflect on a life that touched so many. This Condolence Book is a place to share memories or reflections of Emma’s life and legacy.
You may wish to recall a moment that stayed with you, a lesson Emma shared, or a quality you most admired.
Each message is a tribute to Emma’s extraordinary impact and will be shared with her family as a lasting expression of the respect, gratitude and affection she inspired in so many.
I met Emma when she came to talk to a group of wonderful young female scientists during a Curious Minds residential in NSW. She was so interested in each girl, so incredibly generous in sharing her story and so very passionate about supporting these girls to follow STEM pathways and in showing them how their contributions could truly make a difference. Her death is an incredible loss.
Krista Bayliss
Rest in peace dear Professor. University of Melbourne and her students will remember you, a great female scientist and first female vice-chancellor, forever.
Tong Bao
Emma had a brilliant scientific mind, was a visionary and inspirational leader. I am of a previous generation at Melbourne University but she epitomised everything I aspired to and value.
Tom Langley
I feel the sad demise of Honourable Vice Chancellor Emma and express my deep gratitude for the departed soul.May Almighty Allah (God) rest her in esteemed place (Jannat) and also give the strength to her family left behind to endure this shock. Md Mizanur Rahman Master of Public Policy and Management Secretary to Government of Bangladesh
Dhaka,Bangladesh
My deepest condolences to the family of Late Professor Emma Johnston, to the University of Melbourne community and everyone affected with this loss. We thank her for her contributions to UniMelb and higher education at large. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Wilma Paka, MC-TEM 2018
Thank you for your immense contribution to the University of Melbourne. Your dedication, leadership, and legacy will be remembered with deep respect. Rest in peace, Professor.
Hanshi
I did not have the privilege of knowing Professor Emma Johnston personally, but as I learn more about her, I am deeply impressed by her leadership, intellect, and unwavering commitment to climate science. To lose someone so soon after her appointment as Vice-Chancellor is a profound loss, not only for the University of Melbourne, but for academia and the world more broadly. Her work and values will continue to resonate with those of us who believe strongly in the importance of climate action. A brilliant mind taken far too soon.
Jeremiah Lim
Rest Easy Professor, life can be beautiful, but life can also be so cruel. Your contributions to the University will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace 💐
Sidhant Malik
It is with a heavy heart that I write this tribute to Professor Emma Johnston AO. Her passing is a profound loss to the scientific community and all who were privileged to know her. Rest in peace, Emma. You will be missed beyond words.
Roy Pang
As a former staff member and student, I was delighted when Emma was announced as the new VC. I'm proud that, in such a short time, she has made an indelible imprint on the university we both love.
Dr Cathy Brigden
Respect and empathy for someone taken too soon Thank you for your positive contribution Professor Emma Johnston Leanne
Leanne
Rest in peace, Prof Emma Johnston AO. To your family, I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Nepal
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The Professor Emma Johnston Fund
If you wish to make a contribution to remember Emma and continue her legacy, her family have asked for donations to the Professor Emma Johnston Fund. This has been established by her family within the Australian Communities Foundation.
The fund will honour Emma’s lifelong love and commitment to marine ecology, to research and the people behind it, and to communicating science.
Granting will be guided by experts who knew and worked with Emma, and will prioritise:
- Supporting early career researchers, particularly women;
- Time-critical research in response to catastrophic events;
- Effective public communication of research findings.
The fund has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status and all donations are tax deductible.