What makes College a transformational experience?
At the 2017 University of Adelaide Open Day the Master, Ms Rose Alwyn, spoke about the benefits of college life and how it can be a transformational experience rather than just a place to live. There are so many reasons why you should consider living at a college in the first few years of your transition from school to university …
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Career Advice – How to get an interview
Old Collegian (1980-1982) and Career Coach, Mr Richard Brown, recently visited us again for another professional development session, this time on “How to Get an Interview: Writing a Great Cover Letter and Creating an Effective LinkedIn Profile”. Richard continued to share with students invaluable insights into the career marketplace and simple-and-effective tools and techniques for getting ahead in a competitive market. …
Celebrating Mid-Year Academic Success
The inaugural Mid-Year Academic Awards were recently presented to St Mark’s students to recognise outstanding academic results in the first semester. Students who achieved High Distinction grades were invited to the Awards Ceremony to celebrate their outstanding commitment to their studies and developing a superior understanding of the subject material. Those who achieved multiple High Distinction grades were awarded a …
Successful Career Development
St Mark’s recently welcomed back Old Collegian and Career Coach, Mr Richard Brown, for a special session with students, “Creating an Effective Resume: Your 6 Seconds of Fame”. Richard was a student at St Mark’s during his studies at Adelaide University in 1980-1982. As an Associate with ThoughtConnect, Richard provides a range of services to help people take control of …
Social Justice
St Marks’ recently welcomed 2016 Young South Australian of the Year and co-founder of the Zahra Foundation, Mr Arman Abrahimzadeh, to the College for a very special Port’n’Talk with our students. Many will recall the news of the tragic murder of Arman’s mother, Zahra, at the hands of her husband at the Adelaide Convention Centre in 2010, after she and …
The Gift of Scholarships – 2017 Annual Giving
“I don’t ever think I will be able to fully express my gratitude for the independence and opportunities these scholarships have given me but I hope you know that I am, along with all of the other recipients, so very thankful for your generosity. “ Our heartfelt thanks to guests who recently attended the 2017 Annual Giving launch “The Gift …
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Prestigious C.A.S Hawker Scholarship presented to St Mark’s student
2017 Hawker Scholar Ms Ella Graham is an outstanding student and remarkable young woman who has achieved much in a very short time. Ella has always lived in regional Australia and has been educated at Booleroo Centre District School in the mid-north of South Australia. She moved to St Mark’s College this year to commence a double degree of Law …
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Congratulations Honorary Fellows
A black tie celebration in honour of our newest Honorary Fellow inductees, Associate Professor Robert (Rob) Cheesman AM and Mr Antony (Ant) Simpson was recently held at St Mark’s. Rob and Ant have officially joined 43 pre-eminent Honorary Fellows (and 7 Foundation Honorary Fellows) in recognition of their outstanding contribution to their industry and St Mark’s College over their lifetime. …
Commemorating our Founders
Commemorating Founders’ Day, also known as St Mark’s Day, is a revered annual College tradition to honour and pay our respects to our Patron Saint, founders, benefactors and those members of the College who died in the service of their country. In his sermon at the recent Founders’ Day Service, College Chaplain Rev’d Grant Moore spoke of the many sacrifices made …
Healthy Minds for our community
When our students are psychologically healthy, everybody benefits. A group of Mentors, Residential Advisors and Committee members are mid-way through a 30-day well-being challenge following a Healthy Minds workshop by Dr Tom Nehmy. The workshop, based on award-winning Australian research into the prevention of psychological difficulties, provided students with the essential tools to operate at their best to increase their …
Arts Evening an opportunity to come together
The first ever inter-college Arts Evening provided an opportunity for the five South Australian colleges and halls to come together for a night of musical talent with proceeds supporting the wonderful work of Headspace. Aquinas College, Lincoln, St Ann’s College, Flinders Hall and St Mark’s students enjoyed the night in the St Mark’s Academic Centre which had been …
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Prof John Finnis awarded honorary doctorate
Along with 4750 graduates at the recent University of Adelaide graduation ceremonies, Professor John Finnis was one of nine eminent Australians awarded an honorary doctorate. Prof Finnis was awarded his Doctor of Laws on Saturday 6th May in recognition of his work as an Australian legal scholar and philosopher specialising in the philosophy of law, and as someone who has …
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