State Government Reception

On 25 October 2010, the Premier of Queensland, Dr Anna Bligh, hosted an official reception at the State’s Parliament House to celebrate the Centenary of the University. 

Amongst the 250 guests were members of the UQ Senate, members of staff, representatives of alumni and key partners of the University, heads of colleges, members of the Queensland Parliament and senior public servants. 

The event honoured the important contribution of the University to the State of Queensland. 
 
This contribution was also recognised in the 2010 Queensland Greats Awards made by the State Government and announced on 3 June during Queensland Week.  UQ was named as a Queensland Great in the institution category. 
 
The Queensland Greats Awards honour individuals and institutions whose achievements have played a significant role in the history and development of Queensland.  Each year, five Queenslanders are selected and since 2006, one institution has also been honoured each year. 
 
In addition to the institution award for UQ, all five individuals named as Queensland Greats for 2010 had connections with UQ.

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