UTAS FOUNDATION 2012 MID-YEAR UPDATE
2 Our thanks It is hard to believe we are already half-way through 2012, and we are pleased to report it has been a very successful year so far for the UTAS Foundation. We are close to achieving the required funds for the Menzies Stage II Campaign. In January this year the first $500,000 of a $2 million pledge directed to Menzies Stage II was received from Graeme Wood. More recently, Tasmania’s Select Foundation and an anonymous Tasmanian donor each pledged an additional $500,000. This brings the total pledged to $3.6 million of the $5 million target. We would be delighted to hear from you if you are able to contribute to this exciting project. This year for the first time, UTAS Foundation Dinners were hosted in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie, all of which were a great success. More than 700 people attended the events, which showcased our Distinguished Alumnus Professor Rupert Maclean and our Foundation Graduate Awardees Mr Brodie Neill and Mr Simon Hollingsworth. To celebrate the centenary of Hobart College in 2013, the Old Hobartians launched an appeal through the UTAS Foundation in May to raise funds for an annual scholarship. Within a short period of time the appeal has raised almost $40,000 of its $200,000 target. The UTAS Foundation will continue to support the strategic priorities of the University and provide scholarships to our students in 2012. We aim to successfully complete the Menzies Stage II Campaign and consider the philanthropic potential for the redevelopment of the University’s original home, Domain House. We thank you for your continued support, which enhances the University and provides many more opportunities for students.
Professor Peter Rathjen
Mr Colin Jackson OAM
Vice-Chancellor
Chair
University of Tasmania
University of Tasmania Foundation
3 2012 highlights to dATE Menzies Research Institute Stage II Campaign received a $500,000 pledge from Tasmania’s Select Foundation and from an anonymous Tasmanian, bringing the total raised to $3.6 million of the $5 million target The Leo Cooper-White Memorial Scholarship Appeal reached its $60,000 goal including matching funds with the inaugural award to be offered in 2013 to a performing arts student The 2011 Annual Appeal wound up in May, raising over $160,000 including matching funds from the UTAS Foundation.The 2012 Annual Appeal has been launched with an ambitious target to raise over $130,000 The UTAS Foundation collaborated with the University’s Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre to launch the Wicking 2012 iRemember Community Project Appeal Over 700 UTAS supporters attended the UTAS Foundation Dinners in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie The Old Hobartians launched an appeal through the UTAS Foundation to raise funds for an annual scholarship to celebrate the centenary of Hobart College in 2013 Dr Tony Sprent generously offered to match donations received through the 40th anniversary of Surveying and Spatial Sciences Scholarships Program Appeal up to a total of $25,000 1,630 alumni and friends attended events inTasmania, Australia and across the world The UTAS Foundation received over $3.2 million in donations and bequests from our generous supporters in the first half of 2012 The UTAS Foundation would like to thank the following individual and corporate donors for their outstanding generosity to the University in making significant gifts of $100,000 or more in the first half of 2012: • BHP BillitonTEMCO Community Foundation Incorporated • Department of Premier and Cabinet • Tasmania’s Select Foundation • Mr Graeme Wood
4 student success story Jonathan Ritchie has received several scholarships and prizes during his time at UTAS. He is in his second year of a Bachelor of Business majoring in Business Management and Accounting. Jonathan received the Launceston Chamber of Commerce Scholarship and the Searson Buck Prize for Management of Human Resources in 2011 and the BHP TEMCO Community Foundation Scholarship in Business in 2012. Jonathan spoke of the impact of the support he has received at the UTAS Foundation Dinner held in Launceston on 19 April. “These scholarships not only ease the financial burden of university, but provide such tremendous encouragement and motivation to continue working hard at my studies, no matter how difficult circumstances may be. I am determined to prove to my sponsors that they made the right decision in choosing me as the recipient by achieving the best results I possibly can.” Jonathan Ritchie
“I thank my sponsors for their generosity, continual support and the encouragement they have provided to me, and acknowledge that their contributions have a genuine, positive impact on my time and experiences at university. I hope to one day have the opportunity to give back to the community and students who are in my position today.”
5 annual appeal The 2011 Annual Appeal wrapped up in May 2012. Thanks to the generous support of over 260 of our alumni and friends, the Appeal raised over $160,000 including matching funds from the UTAS Foundation. This year we were able to offer three Annual Appeal Scholarships to deserving students. The 2012 Annual Appeal was launched in June with a target of $130,000. By giving to the 2012 Annual Appeal you will provide vital support to our current and incoming students as they work towards their future careers. The UTAS Foundation would like to thank the 158 donors who have already committed over $41,000 to this Appeal. No matter the size of your gift, supporting the Annual Appeal has an immediate and positive impact, creating life-changing experiences that last students a lifetime. Through the Annual Appeal you can support the Annual Appeal Scholarships and the Development Fund. Alternatively, you can designate your gift to a program, faculty or appeal that matters most to you, such as the Save the Tasmanian Devil Appeal, the Old Hobartian Centenary Scholarship, the Arthur Cobbold Memorial Lecture Appeal or the faculty or institute where you studied. Whatever you choose to support, your contribution will make a life-changing impact on the current and future students of UTAS. You can have confidence that every dollar you donate to the 2012 Annual Appeal goes directly to the fund of your choice.
“The Annual Appeal Scholarship made the transition from Hobart to Launceston easier for me. Through receiving this scholarship I am able to live and study in Launceston with the financial stability I need in order to concentrate on excelling at university. I would like to thank all those who donated to the Annual Appeal Scholarship for their generosity. I am very grateful to them for providing me with the opportunity to further my education.� Georgina Hall Annual Appeal Scholarship 2012 Read more at: www.utas.edu.au/annual-appeal
6 bequests Leaving a bequest to the University is a significant way for alumni and friends to make an enduring contribution to their community. Funds from bequests are targeted only to those areas specified in the will of the donor. Bequests can be: • A gift of money • A percentage of an estate, once other needs are met “I can’t think of a better way
• A property, shares, artwork or item of value
to celebrate education than
Gifts that are untied allow the UTAS Foundation to direct
giving a theatre student a real
bequests to the areas of most need, and enable flexibility
opportunity to excel. My bequest
for changing needs and priorities. Example wording:
will give students a head start in their theatre pursuits and their tertiary training for years to come.” Peter Hammond Head of Performing Arts and Bequest Donor
• I give [insert amount] to the University of Tasmania Foundation for its general purposes. Giving to a specific area of interest encourages growth in an area that is important to individual donors. Such bequests must be carefully worded to ensure that donors’ wishes are met well into the future. Example wording: • I give [insert amount] to the University of Tasmania Foundation for [insert purpose]. Over time the research, courses and priorities of UTAS will change. If a bequest is made for a specific area of interest, the University requests that the following provision be included in the case that the stated purpose cannot be implemented in the future. Example wording:
For more information about leaving a bequest to the University of Tasmania, contact the UTAS Foundation directly to speak with an Advancement Officer.
• If at any time the University of Tasmania determines that it is impossible to carry out the stated purpose then the University may apply the bequest for such purpose or purposes as the University determines most closely accords with the original stated purpose.
7 old hobartian centenary scholarship 2013 marks the centenary of the founding of Hobart High School and its successor institutions, Hobart Matriculation College and Hobart College. To celebrate this significant milestone in educational attainment in Tasmania, the Old Hobartian Association has launched an appeal to former students and to the wider community to raise the capital funds needed to create a perpetual scholarship. The Old Hobartian Centenary Scholarship will annually support students graduating from Hobart College to study in any discipline at the University of Tasmania.
“As an old scholar of Hobart High School I urge you to support the OHA Appeal. Few things will last forever,
The term “Old Hobartian” describes the old scholars
but your donation now to this
of all three forms of the school. The Old Hobartian
scholarship should see an
Association still actively engages former students
enduring memorial to our
and has initiated this scholarship. The Association
school’s first 100 years. I know,
hopes you’ll share its vision by donating to the Appeal.
too, how valuable support was
The first award will be provided in 2013 by a supporter
when I enrolled at UTAS. Our
of the Appeal. The goal of the Old Hobartian Centenary
collective efforts now can make
Scholarship Appeal Committee is to raise $200,000
that happen each year of the
to endow future awards.
school’s next century – and beyond.”
For more information or to donate visit: www.utas.edu.au/foundation/donate
Ted Best, Class of 1960, Chair, Old Hobartian Centenary Scholarship Appeal Committee
8 MENZIES RESEARCH INSTITUTE STAGE II To complete the Menzies Research Institute Stage II project $5 million in Australian philanthropy is required, which will be matched dollar for dollar by the Tasmanian Government. Of the $5 million required $3.6 million has been pledged, leaving a further $1.4 million to raise. Menzies Stage II will house state-of-the-art research laboratories and technology, a centre for clinical research studies in partnership with the Royal Hobart Hospital and learning facilities for the UTAS Faculty of Health Science. With the assistance of donations the project aims to be completed by January 2013, and the new Medical Science Precinct will have the capacity to accommodate over 600 employees and 900 students. For more information on the Menzies Research Institute Tasmania and the campaign, visit: www.utas.edu.au/foundation/building-healthier-lives
9 coffey mining – giving time to teach Over the past eight years Coffey Mining has partnered with the UTAS School of Engineering to provide staff from Coffey Mining for expert teaching in the Geotechnical Engineering specialisation of the Bachelor of Engineering degree. This is a very generous in-kind donation to the University of Tasmania. This is the only geotechnical engineering accredited specialisation in Australia and a specialisation that could not be taught at UTAS without Coffey Mining’s support. Without the donation of time and expertise from Coffey the Geotechnical Engineering stream at UTAS would not have been possible. The School very much appreciates their involvement and donation and is looking forward to continuing our relationship going forward. Professor
“Coffey Mining is serious
JC Olivier Head of the School of Engineering
about developing its people
The teaching involves three specialist units: Geotechnical Engineering, Ground Control Systems and Mining Geomechanics.
and contributing back to the wider community. Teaching at UTAS provides Coffey with the opportunity to achieve both
One of the things I loved about the degree was being
of these objectives. Firstly by
taught by people in the industry who have made
supporting the development of
geotechnical engineering their profession. The degree
young professionals through
has given me a great preparation to become a
sharing our experiences and
geotechnical engineer in the mining industry.
skills and secondly developing
Kellie Konings BE Hons ‘10
our people through the
Having given an estimated $180,000 of in-kind support
challenges presented by
over eight years, this commitment has lifted Coffey
effectively communicating their
Mining within the UTAS Foundation membership to
knowledge to students.”
the level of Foundation Patron.
Delia Sidea, Coffey Mining
10 save the tasmanian devil appeal 2012 has been extraordinarily busy for the Save the Tasmanian Devil Appeal. High-profile events such as the epic production of Jesus Christ Superstar by Encore Theatre Company, featuring Appeal ambassador Jon English, raised $10,000. This donation will support an honours scholarship in the coming 12 months. In May, grants were awarded to two institutions: Tasmania Zoo at Bridgenorth and Trowunna Wildlife Park at Mole Creek, with $28,394 and $30,000 granted respectively. Both recipients plan to use the money to build and improve food preparation and hygiene facilities for the programs they run, which form part of the insurance population. Monarto Zoo in South Australia also received a grant to complete a Tasmanian devil exhibit. Sarah Washford, Senior Keeper, Native Fauna at Monarto Zoo, explains, “This exhibit has been a welcome addition to Monarto Zoo. It not only provides visitors the chance to view Tasmanian devils up close, but also the chance to attend a public keeper talk to learn more about the species and the important work we all do to ensure their existence.� Many of these grants would not be possible without the continuing support of a range of businesses and corporate supporters, many of whom have committed to long-term arrangements with the Appeal, placing it on a solid footing for the coming two-year period. In addition to strong corporate support, the Appeal has experienced an increased number of donations from individuals with donations totalling over $200,000. Further gifts are needed if we are to reach our target of For more information go to: www.utas.edu.au/foundation/ devil
$500,000 in 2012. This will make a significant difference to the efforts of the Save the Tasmanian Devil Program to ensure the survival of the Tasmanian devil in the wild.
11 UTAS FOUNDATION DINNERS In the first half of 2012, the UTAS Foundation hosted dinners in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie. More than 700 people attended the three events. At the Hobart event in March, international furniture designer Brodie Neill and the Chief Executive of the Australian Sports Commission, Simon Hollingsworth, were honoured with UTAS Foundation Graduate Awards. The following month in Launceston Professor Rupert Maclean was awarded the UTAS Distinguished Alumni Award. In Hobart recent graduate Felicity Gray spoke about her experience at UTAS and how receiving a scholarship benefited her. “At the end of Year 12, the financial pressures associated with university study loomed large. Having grown up on the north-west coast, the costs associated with moving away from home would have prevented me being able to start my tertiary studies straight after Year 12. After two years of stress and constant studying, I just wanted to be at university and experience the many new opportunities it offered. The Premier of Tasmania Scholarship enabled me to do this.�
Vice-Chancellor Professor Peter Rathjen, Foundation Graduate Awardees Brodie Neill and Simon Hollingsworth, and Chancellor Damian Bugg AM QC at the Hobart Foundation Dinner
12 current appeals – support is needed Wicking 2012 i Remember Community Project The Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre was established in 2008 to research and support issues confronting people with dementia and their carers. By 2020 there are projected to be over 175,000 new cases of dementia diagnosed in Australia each year. The Wicking Centre is seeking your support to raise $30,000 for the i Remember Community Project. Through the project, and in partnership with the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, Wicking researchers are consulting people with dementia and their carers using reminiscence therapy. Dr Judith Homeshaw Scholarship The late Dr Judith Homeshaw was a loved and respected member of staff in the School of Government. Family, friends and colleagues have launched an appeal to raise funds to create an annual scholarship in her name. The Dr Judith Homeshaw Scholarship will support a student in any faculty whose thesis will relate to areas involving women’s participation in the contemporary Australian public sphere. The Dr Judith Homeshaw Scholarship requires donations of $35,000 to endow the scholarship in perpetuity. Arthur Cobbold Memorial Lecture Appeal The second Arthur Cobbold Memorial Lecture was held on 7 June. Professor Peter Rathjen, UTAS Vice-Chancellor, presented a lecture on ‘Stem Cells and Regeneration of the Ageing Body. With over 150 people attending, the lecture You can support any of the UTAS Foundation’s current appeals by visiting: www.utas.edu.au/foundation/ donate
was well received. To endow the Arthur Cobbold Memorial Lecture significant support is still needed to raise the target of $100,000.
13 successful appeals – wrapping up Leo Cooper-White Memorial Scholarship Appeal In June the Leo Cooper-White Memorial Scholarship Appeal reached its initial goal of $30,000, plus matching funds from the UTAS Foundation, to endow a scholarship in Leo’s name for a performing arts student. Current students of SVPA are hosting a fundraiser in September, aiming to raise an additional $5,000, which will be matched by the UTAS Foundation. Kate McPherson Scholarship Trust The Trustees of Kate McPherson’s estate and the UTAS Foundation have established a trust fund to fulfil Kate’s wishes to create a generous scholarship to allow students from Fiji to come to Tasmania to undertake postgraduate studies in education. Thanks to the generous support of the family and friends of Kate McPherson, the UTAS community, and the University of South Pacific in Fiji, the Kate McPherson Scholarship Trust has endowed a $20,000 scholarship. Course fees will also be waived. Surveying & Spatial Sciences Scholarships Program The Surveying and Spatial Sciences Scholarships Program has been established to encourage and assist undergraduate and postgraduate students with scholarships based on academic ability and/or particular need. Dr Tony Sprent has generously offered to match donations received through this 40th anniversary fundraising appeal up to a total of $25,000. To 30 June, this program had received $31,000 in donations.
Leo Cooper-White Memorial Fundraiser Details: Monday 10 September 7pm – 10pm UTAS School of Visual and Performing Arts Dress: Creative cocktail Tickets: $50 including hors-d’oeuvres; drinks at bar prices. Available from Bec Reedman: 0448 751 701 reedman.bec@gmail.com
You can continue to support any of these appeals and others by visiting: www.utas.edu.au/foundation/ donate
14 alumni & friends Dates for your diary 2012 Jane Franklin Hall Reunion, Hobart Saturday 11 August ‘Now we are 40…ish’ Family BBQ and gala ball
The Jury’s Out! Debate, Launceston Wednesday 12 September, 7pm ‘The House moves that sometimes a good citizen must disobey the law’ London Alumni Reception Saturday 15 September, 6pm Cocktail party and alumni guest speakers ‘email + city = invitation’
The Jury’s Out! Debate, Launceston
Almost all our event invitations are
Monday 1 October, 7pm
sent by email, therefore we need to
‘The House moves that interactive video media violence
know your email address and city in
leads to anti-social behaviour’
order to invite you. Book and pay for events at www.alumni.utas.edu.au (Events). For more information contact Alumni.Office@utas.edu.au or phone +61 3 6324 3052.
Hobart Alumni Function Thursday 18 October, 6pm Cascade Brewery: beer pulling competition, grounds tour and networking Canberra Alumni Dinner Saturday 27 October, 6.30 for 7pm – Boat House by the Lake Vice-Chancellor’s South East Asia Tour 4–12 November Countries and details to be confirmed Alumni 50+ Club Lunch, Hobart Friday 23 November, 12.30pm John Fisher College Reunion Dinner, Hobart Saturday 24 November, 6.30 for 7.00pm If you were a resident of John Fisher College, please email Alumni.Office@utas.edu.au so that we know.
15 the utas foundation The UTAS Foundation is the vital fundraising arm of the University. Our activities aim to ensure UTAS remains a vibrant institution – a leader in education that produces quality graduates and research connected to the businesses and industries of Tasmania, Australia and the world. Gifts to the Foundation promote excellence, innovation and participation at UTAS. Many deserving students benefit from gifts to the UTAS Foundation. The support from our alumni and friends is essential for the University to continue to fulfil its mission as Tasmania’s university, and to enable it to make a significant contribution to the cultural, economic and social development of the state. GIVING TO THE FOUNDATION The main ways you can support the Foundation include: • A general donation that will be directed to the Development Fund, which supports areas of most need within the University. • A direct donation for current appeals, research activities or facilities. • An outright gift, which may include assets such as shares, property, works of art or anything of enduring value. • A bequest made through a will and directed to the University of Tasmania through the UTAS Foundation. In most instances, your gift can be tailored to your requirements and circumstances. If you have special requirements we welcome you to discuss them confidentially with a representative of the Foundation.
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