“Magnificent” portrait of Rod Matheson unveiled
A superb portrait of the Hon. Rod Matheson AM KC – one of the longest-serving Chairmen of the College Council in the history of St Mark’s – was unveiled in the College dining hall last week. The portrait is by the eminent Australian artist Robert Hannaford AM, well known for his portraits of such figures as Sir Donald Bradman, Dame …
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Announcing our 2024 student leaders
The College is delighted to announce the election and appointment of an impressive team of student leaders to serve the St Mark’s College community in 2024. Members of the College Club Committee for 2024 were elected at the recent Final General Meeting of College students, and students have been appointed to other leadership roles following a rigorous application and selection …
Oliver Douglas chosen as Rhodes Scholar for South Australia for 2024
Mr Oliver Douglas (St Mark’s 2020-23) was yesterday announced as the Rhodes Scholar-elect for South Australia for 2024 – a brilliant achievement! The Rhodes Scholarship will take Oliver to the University of Oxford next year to undertake postgraduate study in modern history. The Rhodes Scholarship is one of the most prestigious awards in the world. Rhodes Scholars are chosen on …
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Old Collegians connect in Sydney and Canberra
At recent reunions in Canberra and Sydney, the Head of College, Professor Don Markwell AM, was thrilled to meet with Old Collegians from many different decades. It is always a pleasure to meet our alumni who are interstate or overseas, and for them to have the opportunity to reconnect with their colleagues and contemporaries, as well as the College. Thank …
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We deeply mourn the passing of Bob Cowan OAM
We are deeply saddened by the death of Bob Cowan OAM, Honorary Fellow of St Mark’s College, who passed away peacefully last night, surrounded by his family. The flags at St Mark’s are at half-mast as we honour his life and mourn his passing. Our deepest sympathy to his children Tiffanie, Leigh, and Jeremy, and all Bob’s family. Bob Cowan …
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Academic adventures of our students
In addition to excellent academic results last semester and an academic programme in full swing for Semester 2, many of our students have taken part in exciting academic adventures in Australia and overseas over recent months, as well as within College. Outstanding academic results As the St Mark’s motto – spernit virtus humum, excellence reaches for the stars – suggests, …
St Mark’s abroad – reunions in Hong Kong, London and Oxford, and Singapore
St Mark’s Collegians from the 1950s through to the 2020s met with the Head of College, Professor Don Markwell AM, at recent College reunion drinks in Hong Kong, London, and Singapore. As well as exchanging reminiscences and reflections on their time at St Mark’s and hearing news of the College today, many Collegians expressed their excitement to return to Adelaide …
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Seven outstanding contributors appointed as Honorary Fellows
Seven individuals who have made outstanding contributions in various ways to St Mark’s College have recently been appointed as Honorary Fellows by the College Board. An Honorary Fellowship is the highest honour the College can bestow, and is awarded in recognition of individuals who have helped the College in very significant ways either by their work or their financial support. …
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“Extremely honoured” and “forever grateful”: students say “thank you” for life-changing scholarships
In next week’s scholarship presentation ceremony, this year’s scholarship recipients will be acknowledged for their achievements and will have an opportunity to say thank you in person to some of the donors who are supporting them to be at St Mark’s. Scholarships are a truly life-changing gift. In many cases, students would otherwise not have been able to afford to …
Pirjo Rayner retiring after 34 years, Amanda Ward appointed Librarian-Archivist
Ms Pirjo Rayner retires on 30 June after over 34 years of dedicated service as the Librarian of St Mark’s College. She will be succeeded by Ms Amanda Ward, who has qualifications and professional experience in both libraries and archives, and who is also managing the College’s extensive Archives. A Sundowner event to thank and farewell Pirjo will be held …
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Karin Dunsford appointed Director of Centenary Engagement
To help engage alumni and friends of St Mark’s in celebrating our Centenary in 2025, the College has recently appointed Ms Karin Dunsford as Director of Centenary Engagement. Karin is currently Director of Marketing and Community Engagement at Adelaide’s Walford Anglican School for Girls, and will start at St Mark’s in July. Events to mark the Centenary of St Mark’s …
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Ian and Pamela Wall Scholarships to help students in need
A major new scholarship endowment – the Ian and Pamela Wall Scholarships – has been created to help students who are in need of financial support to be at St Mark’s. Dr Ian Wall AM (1931-2022) was a resident student at St Mark’s in 1950-54, and later an Honorary Fellow. In gratitude for all that St Mark’s did for him, …
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