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Anne BOYD (1964-65)

Professor of Music, Composer

‘When in 1996 I was awarded the AM in the Order of Australia, undoubtedly a career highlight, I was especially touched that it was ‘for services to music as a composer and educator’. These activities are, for me, intertwined: (more…)

Hazel Claire WEEKES, M.B.E. BSc, DSc, MBBS (1922-23)

Medical Practitioner, Broadcaster on Anxiety Neuroses
(1904-90)

Dr. CLAIRE WEEKES came to College from Sydney Girls’ High School in 1922. She was awarded the Yaralla Scholarship and studied science. Her other gifts included a fine singing voice, considerable energy, and an outgoing personality which made her a popular member of the College community. (more…)