Earle Page College 2008 News
Contents
- Christmas Carols
- Politics Dinner
- Sporties Dinner
- Valedictory Dinner
- Earle Page- Academic Success
- Earle Page College Coast Run - on the road again!
- Earle Page College Coast Run
- Annual Dinner
- Aspects Of Antiquity Lecture Two - Professor Francois Lissarrague
- Aspects Of Antiquity Lecture One - Alexander Weiss
- Launch of Dr Peter Hemphill Travelling Scholarships
- EPC Choir
- CWA State Conference
- Congratulations Jessie
- Small Music Ensemble
- Fashion Extravaganza
- Farewell to Narelle
- Campus to City Canter
- Cab Ball
- Theatre Sports
- Introductory Dinner
- O-Week
Christmas Carols
The very end of the year saw the College Master being requested to expand his portfolio to include being the Master of second college. This is to be achieved through the creation of a central Residential System office which will take responsibility for fees collection and some other business functions. Thus he returns in January as Master of Earle Page and Austin Colleges. He hopes to make the transition as seam-less as possible for the residents of both colleges which will remain as distinct communities with their own cultures and activities.
Politics Dinner
Senator Bob Brown, leader of the Australian Greens party inspired the community, with his vision for restoring and preserving the health of the planet, began his speech by praising the Caroona farmers who are making a stand againest the mining exploration of the Liverpool plains. In his lecture, titled "Coal or Cool", it was the 25th in annual Politics lectures series. After the lecture, UNE's Deputy Chancellor, Scott Williams, moved a vote of thanks to Senator Brown, saying his talk was "a real treat", and provided "great insights into the mssage and the man". In all, a great night was had, with thanks to Senator Bob Brown for his entertaining speech. To view the full story, click here.
Sporties Dinner
Earle Page has once again hosted their annual sporties dinner, with this years guest speaker, Sam Loxton attending. Sam Loxton, was part of the 1948 Bradman-Invincibles team. The night was full of laughs, and the announcement of various sport awards. Good fun was had by all!
Valedictory Dinner
Earle Page recently had its Valedictory Dinner, in order to farewell those students of Earle Page who are nearing the end of their degree. A speech for each student was read out, so as to remember the good times they had here. Additionally, some awards were handed out, such as collegian of the year (Andrew O'Connell), Services to College award (Ruth Miners), Barrington Thomas award (Karmel Sohi), and the returning of the SFK cup.Also, the naming of the new JCR for 2009 occurred, and the presidental change over from Will Norman to Tegan Summerill.As a tradition, Piano man once again sung at the end of the night as a farewell. A great night, full of fun and laughs was had by all
Earle Page- Academic Success
Earle Page has once again been very successful academically in semester 1, 2008, with nearly 50% of the students in the college achieving a credit average or better. This has resulted in nearly 63% of all units attempted being passed at credit level or better. More impressive again is that nearly 30% of all units were passed at distinction level or better, with a very impressive 7% of all units attempted passed at high distinction level. Semester 1, 2008 saw the residents of our top academic floor, Bot A, pass 77% of all units at credit level or better, including 38% at distinction level or better. Overall, it has been a very successful semester for Earle Page College!
Earle Page College Coast Run - on the road again!
The 29th Earle Page College Coast Run left this morning on its annual journey over 220kms to Coffs Harbour. 45 Runners and 9 support team members will reach their destination of Mutton Bird Island at the harbour at approximately 4pm tomorrow afternoon (Saturday, 13 of September).
The students of the College have raised more than $30,000.00 so far this year alone for the Children's Medical Research Institute (CMRI) with a total of $300,000.00 raised over the 29 years since Brent Gregory (Lecturer in Business at UNE) started the program when he was a student at Page. The program has grown enormously over time with money now raised through Coast Run Charity Discount Card sales, the Annual Fashion Extravaganza, a Charity Auction and numerous $2.00 games of "murder" in the hallways of the College. The College is a recognized as a significant donor to the CMRI's charity fundraising. All of the activities are generously supported by the business houses and community members of Armidale with larger events sponsored by organizations such as the New England Credit Union. Earle Page College is now a well-recognised charity fundraising organization in the New England area.
Earle Page College Coast Run
The 220 kilometre long Earle Page College Coast Run will commence at the end of Term three. The 35 students will run relay style starting on Friday September 12 from Armidale to Dorrigo, then on Saturday September 13 from Dorrigo to finish up at the Coffs Harbour Jetty. Already this year the Committee has managed to raise over $30 000 which will all go to the Childrens Medical Research Institute (CMRI). The college has managed to raise this money through selling discount cards, holding a Fashion Extravaganza and an auction and through other inter-college floor events.
On the Saturday, August 16, the annual Charity Auction was held as part of the Earle Page College Coast Run which raises money for Childrens Medical Research Institute. The auction made $9, 000 which brings the total raised this year to over $30, 000. Since its conception in 1980, the Coast Run raised in excess of $300, 000 for Childrens Medical Research Institute.
To make a donation to the Coast Run, please phone the Earle Page College office on 6773 5300.
Annual Dinner
Annual Dinner was held on 15th August, as part of the celebrations for parents weekend, with almost 500 in attendance. A large number of students recieved awards for academic excellence and Bot A recieved the E=PC(squared) award for 'smartest floor' for the first time. In addition many scholarships and bursaries were awarded on the night including the SCR McCarroll prize for the performing arts and the new Peter Hemphill Travelling Scholarships. These prizes were key in affirming to those in attendance Earle Page's exemplary academic support.
Aspects Of Antiquity Lecture Two - Professor Francois Lissarrague
The second lecture in the aspects of antiquity series "Images and ritual in Ancient Greece" was presented on 7th August by Francois Lissarrague. He has held various posts in the French National Research Centre and has been Director of Studies in the Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, published five books and attended UNE as the 2008 Australian Archaeological Institute at Athens Visiting Professor.
Aspects Of Antiquity Lecture One - Alexander Weiss
The first lecture in Page's Antiquities Lecture Series was held on 31st July. Alexander Weiss, a Junior Professor at the University of Leipzig presented "Consuls, curators and city councilors among the Earle Christians, AD1-3". Weiss has written two books and in 2007 came to Australia as Feodor Lynen Research Fellor of the Alexander con Humboldt Foundation, and is based at Macquarie University in Sydney. 2008 is the fifteenth successive year that the School of Humanities and Earle Page have combined to present the lecture series.
Launch of Dr Peter Hemphill Travelling Scholarships
The first round of the Dr Peter Hemphill Travelling Scholarships has been launched.
Dr Hemphill, a dedicated scholar and law lecturer at UNE and a much-loved member of Earle Page College's Senior Common Room for 26 years, left a bequest of nearly $700,000 to the College for the annual provision of travelling scholarships to current or former College members planning to study in Europe. This wonderful ongoing gift from Peter is very special indeed. It is envisaged that applications will be opened for two rounds each year, in May and November.
More information, including an application form, is available here. Peter's eulogy is available in the EPC Alumni section.
EPC Choir
On the 22nd May the Earle Page College Choir competed in the Armidale Regional Eisteddfod. The choir came 3rd in the Open 10-20 Singers section, and received a Highly Commended in the Open section. This is a great effort for the choir, which is made up of EPC residents and directed by Deidre Rickards, our professional Choral Director.
CWA State Conference
College Master, Mr David Ward, was honoured to be invited to officially open the Country Women's Association of NSW State Conference in Tweed Heads. This was in recognition of strong relationship of between the CWA of NSW and Earle Page College over many years. The College has hosted the CWA Country of Study School for the past 35 years and the Association donates four major Equity Scholarships to students of the College. The Conference held in May each year attracts approximately 1000 delegates from across NSW.
Congratulations Jessie
Jessie Webb graduated recently with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours, First Class) and the University Medal. In addition, she was awarded the Edgar H Booth Memorial Prize and Medal for the Honours Graduate who has the most distinguished academic record of all the graduates of the University. Jessie's dissertation was in Ancient History. Congratulations, Jessie!
Small Music Ensemble
On Tuesday 13th May SFK's Small Music Ensemble was held. This SFK event involves a group of 2-15 performers from each college performing a compilation of music tied together with a theme for 8-10 minutes. Earle Page came 1st on the night with their spectacular performance of TV themes, which featured a wide selection of favourites ranging from Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers, to Babar, to Friends. Here is a link to the video of Earle Page's performance from the night.
Fashion Extravaganza
On Saturday 3rd May Coast Run's annual Fashion Extravaganza was held. It was an enjoyable night with lots of fun routines and great outfits. Overall, the night was a big success with the Coast Run committee raising $8500 on the night for the Children's Medical Research Institute. Thanks to everyone who gave their time to help put together a fun and successful night.
Farewell to Narelle
On the 4th April the college farwelled Narelle Dowse, who is leaving after 38 years of exceptional service to the members of Earle Page College. Narelle has been one of the two Dining Hall Supervisors.
The College farwelled Narelle with drinks in the Earle Page dining hall and a stirring rendition of Piano Man, normally reserved for the farewell of Valedicts at EPC Valedictory Dinners.
Many emails have arrived to wish her well from Alumni all around the world. These include CEOs of companies, bankers, a musical star, a religious leader, business people and other professionals, former Masters and College Presidents from as far away as Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, the US, UK, Japan. All these people relate to their years in college via the people who shared that time with them and Narelle is a key link for them all.
We thank Narelle for the countless hours she has put in over the years. Such long service and dedication is rare. It's with sadness that she leaves us.
Campus to City Canter
Over 40 Pagites competed in the Campus to City Canter on Saturday, 29th of March. Rising early and braving cold temperatures associated with an 8am run start Page performed brilliantly and took out the trophy for first college group across the line.
Cab Ball
Cabaret Ball was held on Saturday, 29th March, with the theme "Sororities and Fraternities". A large number of Pagites turned up to the Stro dressed as Jocks, Cheerleaders, Nerds and a whole host of other creative guises. Congratulations go to fresher Reps Danger and Pickles for Organising Cab and the College Sports Day on Sunday.
Theatre Sports
SFK Theatre Sports was held on the 16th of March, following the intra-college theatre sports night the previous week. As usual, Page was wildly successful, dominating the night and once again achieving first place in Theatre Sports!
Introductory Dinner
Introductory Dinner was held on friday 22nd of February and is the first formal dinner of the year. A number of college members were recognised with scholarships for academic, community service and cultural excellence. Many more college members also recieved certificates for academic excellence in Semester 2, 2007 and Top D was awarded the E=PC2 award for "Smartest Floor" in college.
O-Week
O Week was held from Monday 11th February - Sunday 17th February and Earle Page welcomed 129 freshers this year! The week was a huge success with highlights including Trivia Night, Fresher Bash, Toga party and Bush Dance.