The 2026 Valedictory Dinner is a special evening dedicated to recognising students who are leaving The Women's College this year. This is an invitation-only dinner for parents of Graduands and Third Year Valedicts.
Registrations will open soon.
Guest speaker
The 2026 Valedictory Dinner guest speaker is alumna Emma Covacevich (1994 – 1997).
Emma is the Chief Executive Partner (CEP) of leading Australian law firm Clayton Utz. She became a Partner in 2007 and recently celebrated 25 years with the firm.
Emma has deep expertise in the Australian and New Zealand energy sectors, and has advised major energy companies and supported new entrants establish themselves in the Australian energy market.
Prior to being appointed CEP, Emma was the Deputy CEP from 2020 to 2023, and a Clayton Utz Board Member from 2017 to 2022. She has served on the board of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, and is a member of Chief Executive Women.
Additional information
By taking part in this event, you grant The Women’s College full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for promotional purposes. This might include (but is not limited to), the right to use them in their printed and online publicity and social media. If you do not wish to be photographed, please contact the event organiser at admin@womens.uq.edu.au.
