Why give?

Donors share their inspiration

“I regard it as a privilege to be able to give something back to the University where I first graduated and which provided my start in professional life. It is wonderful to know that my gift will support deserving students in their studies, which in turn will benefit Australia and the world.”
Adjunct Professor Brian O'Keeffe AO, BEng 1956

“Through the Chancellor's Fund Appeal, I donate to scholarships and research priorities at UQ. My main motivation is to pay back my debt for the free education I received, and to do my bit so that research and the pursuit of excellence at The University of Queensland can continue.”
Dr Mark Landy, BMed/BSurg, 1979

“As a passionate supporter of the Triple P program I am proud to know it was established at UQ. Children are precious, and by donating to the UQ Positive Parenting Program we play our part in providing parents and care givers with proven tools to bring up children in a safe and caring environment.”
Anne-Marie Hryniuk, Certificate of Technology Management, 2000

“I regularly give to charities but had never given to UQ until now. When I became aware of the Frank Finn Scholarship Fund to support UQ Business School students, it resonated with me because I was taught by Frank myself. He is a fine person and worthy of the recognition that this scholarship presents.”
Reid Archibald, BCom, 1972

“When I enrolled at UQ in 1958, it was one of only two universities offering Engineering in Queensland. In my opinion, it was then and is now, the premier Engineering Faculty in Queensland, if not Australia. These high standards inspire me to give something back, and to support the institution that changed my life. Many years later, two of my children also studied engineering at UQ, so we might claim to be a family of supporters! While our gifts to the School have not been massive, it has been steady for the past 4 or 5 decades, and over time, it all adds up.”
Alan A.C. Grummitt B.E., F.I.E (Aust). F.I.C.E., F. ASCE
Cullen Grummit and Roe Consulting Group

 

 

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