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We are delighted to release the first episode of the 110 Alumnae Stories legacy project. Ten engaging episodes, each focusing on different themes of our College’s history, culture and cherished traditions, will be released monthly throughout 2024. Click here to watch the first episode and explore how the power of giving back within The Women’s College community is making a difference. 110 Alumnae Stories celebrates the College’s milestone 110th Anniversary. The videos showcase the vibrant tapestry of experiences shared by our esteemed alumnae community.

The Women’s College congratulates alumna Barbara Page-Hanify (1951 – 1953), who was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) on 26 January 2024. Barbara was the first woman in Australia to complete a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy) at The University of Queensland, and was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for service to people with intellectual disability.

The Women’s College congratulates alumna @Peta Jamieson (1989 – 1991), who was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) on 26 January 2024. Peta is Chair of The Board Of Directors at Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, and Director at Gladstone Ports Corp. She was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for service to community health, and to business.

Join our podcast! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a Women’s College podcast series, Voices of Influence, produced by Tess Feller, 2024 Communications Representative. We extend an invitation for you to be a vital part of this upcoming podcast series. Your unique journey and expertise are the cornerstone of our College’s legacy, and we believe your narrative has the power to inspire and empower young women through meaningful discussions. Join us in celebrating the diversity of accomplishments within our alumnae network. Your participation is not just an opportunity to share your story but a chance to shape the narrative [...]

Marie Myers Scholarship The Women’s College is delighted to announce the availability of the Marie Myers Scholarship. This scholarship is part of the UQ Residential Scholarships Scheme, and was established in 2023 by Marie Myers (alumna 1984 – 1985) under the UQ Create Change Scholarship Match initiative. This scholarship will support students experiencing financial hardship to offset their residential fees at The Women's College. In an interview published in our 2022 Impact Report, Marie explained her reasoning behind establishing this scholarship, saying she has a deep commitment to education. “I am passionate about diversity and firmly believe it is important [...]