Dr Peter Tregear appointed Dean following resignation of Dr Metuamate for family reasons
Following the resignation of the Dean, Dr Ari Metuamate, for family reasons, the College has appointed a former Fellow of Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, and former Dean of Trinity College in the University of Melbourne, Dr Peter Tregear, to serve as Dean for 2020. Dr Metuamate and his wife, Dr Jessa Rogers, are expecting their first baby together in March. With …
Ian and Pamela Wall generously enable carpark extension
The College is deeply grateful to Honorary Fellow Ian Wall AM and Pamela Wall OAM for their generous commitment to enable the addition of an extra two levels to the College carpark. The carpark extension, to begin in February and be completed mid-year, will increase our total number of spaces in the College carpark by 60, from 98 to 158. …
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Developing Our Student Leaders For 2020
The St Mark’s College Leadership Week has just concluded after a week of training for our 2020 student leaders. At St Mark’s College our highest priority is the wellbeing of our students. We want our students supported to thrive at university and have the best possible transition from high school to an independent adult life. As part of this, we …
Celebrating those at St Mark’s College over 50 years ago
The Head of College, Professor Don Markwell, was delighted recently to welcome back Old Collegians who were students at St Mark’s College over 50 years ago, and their partners. The reunion luncheon provided an opportunity for Old Collegians to reminisce and catch up with their peers, to meet the new Head of College and hear how valuable a collegiate education …
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Professor Suzanne Le Mire and Mr Marc Allgrove appointed to St Mark’s College Board
Two new members – Professor Suzanne Le Mire and Mr Marc Allgrove – have been appointed to the Board of St Mark’s College with effect from 1 December 2019. In announcing the new appointments, the Chair of the Board, Ms Linda Matthews, said that Professor Le Mire and Mr Allgrove brought highly valuable skills to the Board, and that she …
Dr Rachel Buxton appointed Director of Learning at St Mark’s College
The Senior Tutor of Merton College, Oxford, Dr Rachel Buxton, has been appointed Director of Learning at St Mark’s College, Adelaide, from early 2020. The Director of Learning is responsible for the College’s academic program – including an extensive tutorial program, faculty events, mentoring of students, and visiting scholars – and for promoting the academic success and personal well-being of …
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Welcome Dr Don Markwell, Head of St Mark’s College
It is with great pleasure that we welcome Dr Don Markwell as the new Head of St Mark’s College, Adelaide. An internationally recognised educational leader, Dr Markwell has a strong commitment to collegiate education, and we are delighted that he will lead St Mark’s College in the next stage of its growth. Dr Markwell was previously the Warden of St Paul’s …
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St Mark’s College Announces 2020 Student Leaders
St Mark’s College is excited to announce the 2020 student leader teams. Students are the life of the College and take personal responsibility for establishing a healthy, respectful, inclusive and welcoming culture. This is fostered through a strong focus on student governance and accountability, which provides strong peer support throughout the College community. St Mark’s College student leaders also get …
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St Mark’s College Final Service and Dinner 2019
Celebrating the end of the academic year is always a momentous occasion at St Mark’s College. The St Mark’s College Final Service and Dinner was held on Saturday 26th October 2019 to celebrate our students’ academic, sporting and leadership achievements, announce the student leaders for 2020 and celebrate the students who will soon graduate. The evening commenced with students, parents, staff …
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St Mark’s Scholarships Presentation
At the recent St Mark’s College Semester II Scholarship Ceremony, thirty students were awarded scholarships, grants and prizes. Over $60,000 was awarded to students based on financial need, academic excellence, outstanding ability and/or contribution to the College and the wider community. The College holds two presentation ceremonies each year, and also an academic prize ceremony, to acknowledge the efforts and …
In memory of Mr Charles Robin Ashwin, Master of St Mark’s College 1991-1999
Mr Charles Robin Ashwin Born in Adelaide, South Australia, 27 September 1930. Died in Adelaide, South Australia, 14 September 2019. Master of St Mark’s College 1991-1999. The St Mark’s College community is deeply saddened by the loss of its former Master, Mr Charles Robin Ashwin, Rhodes Scholar, Diplomat and Australian Ambassador. Having gained his Bachelor’s degree from the University of …
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St Mark’s College Reunion 1996-2000
What a fantastic night! Over 20 Old Collegians and their partners joined us on Saturday for the 1996-2000 St Mark’s College Reunion. The Dean, Dr Areti (Ari) Metuamate welcomed Collegians back to St Mark’s who were students during 1996-2000. Throughout the evening, Collegians shared fond memories of their time at St Mark’s and their exciting lives and extensive career experiences …
