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Our very own 1st year resident, Hanika Patel was selected by her home country, Kenya, to compete at the Delhi 2010 XIX Commonwealth Games, held from 3-14 October 2010.

Hanika, a UQ medicine undergraduate, competed in the 50m Butterfly, 100m Butterfly, 50m Freestyle, and 100m Freestyle and although did not qualify for the semi finals, said, “It’s amazing. I’m so glad to have come to the Commonwealth

Games. I am excited to be here and that my family in India have come out to support me. Being my first senior Commonwealth Games, I have learnt a lot from the world-class athletes that I have interacted with here. The way they train, the way they eat and how they condition themselves. It’s very different from what we do, since these guys eat, sleep and drink swimming.”

Overall, Hanika ranked on average, 23rd in her events, finishing third in the women’s 50m Butterfly heat, fourth in the 100m Butterfly heat, third in the

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50m Freestyle heat, and third in the 100m Freestyle heat, just missing out on the semi final events. Hanika said, “I am now getting used to how things are done at the top level and hopefully, can improve and qualify for the 2012 London Olympics.”

On behalf of the Cromwell community we would like to congratulate Hanika, on this remarkable achievement. We look forward to tracking her progress and participation at the 2012 Olympics.

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To the Cromwell CommunityThe catch phrase “When the Jacarandas bloom, examinations loom” has been with University of Queensland students for decades. As I write, the Jacarandas are indeed in full bloom, Cromwell is in exam mode, and I wish all students well. What I have found so impressive about those who call Cromwell their second home, is their mature striking of balance and moderation across many facets of College life. Cromwell students know how to work hard, alongside many cultural, spiritual, social, and sporting opportunities. It has been a busy but very productive year.

Dean of StudentsLate in 2009, before I commenced as Principal, Rev. Dr Hugh Begbie explained to me that although Mr Denis Brosnan had been the Dean of Students, he was not going to continue in 2010. Hugh went on to say that as I was coming in new, he did not feel it appropriate that he appoint a permanent Dean, rather that I should do this when I got here and worked out what I wanted to do with the role. In the interim, Hugh asked Dr Dale Mason to assume the role as Dale was already in the College as Senior Tutor. Over the past five months, I have reviewed the Dean’s role and have subsequently advertised nationally for a permanent Dean of Students.

As from this month, the Dean of Students is Mr Nathan Croft. Mr Croft, at 35 years of age, brings youth, enthusiasm, drive and

Email: friends@cromwell.uq.edu.auWebsite: www.cromwell.uq.edu.au

MISSION STATEMENTTo provide a vibrant community for students in a caring Christian environment that enables them to grow in knowledge and character and the desire to serve.

VISION STATEMENTAccept diversityCreate communityStrive for excellencePursue spiritual, academic, cultural and social maturityServe SocietyCare for the environment.

COAT OF ARMSWhen the College was able to adopt its arms, it secured permission from the head of the Cromwell family to bear Oliver Cromwell’s personal arms, a lion argent rampant on a field of sable.

MOTTOVBI SPIRITUS IBI LIBERTAS - This motto comes from the Latin Version of the Second Letter of St Paul to the Corinthians, Ch 3, Verse 17. “Now the Lord is Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”

Cromwell College SongCromwell is the greatest College,

Proved by every kind of test;

Seeking for the highest knowledge,

Aiming always for the best.

Generous when we have the victory,

Gracious if we know defeat,

This is Cromwells firm tradition;

Freeing Spirit, our heartbeat!

God’s own Spirit brings us freedom

Is the Mottos we profess;

It provides us inspiration,

Gives us strength in times of stress.

Hail or shine we stick together,

Whether near or far apart;

Ever caring, true and loyal,

We bear Cromwell in out heat.

The song is sung to the music of “Hymn to Joy”

(92 in the Australian Hymn Book).

CROMWELL COLLEGEWalcott StreetST. LUCIA, QLD 4067Ph: (07) 3377 1300Fax: (07) 3377 1499

THANKSThank you to all the staff students and Alumni who have been contributors to this issue of COCA News.

EDITORAnna East, Community Relations Manager

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commitment to this restructured role. He is seeking to advance his career to senior management level and is currently a highly successful middle manager within the schools sector. Mr Croft brings significant experience in residential work at Knox Grammar School (Sydney), along with experience in skillfully and apolitically managing large groups of diverse people in complex organisations. He is totally committed to assisting young adults to reach their potential.

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Dean of Students Mr Nathan Croft

In addition to his significant management, interpersonal skills and ability to genuinely connect with young adults on their terms, Mr Croft is in his own right, an accomplished sportsman, primarily in Rugby and Triathlons. He was the coach of the NSW U17 Rugby Union team for five years. Mr Croft also has wide interests in cultural pursuits and plays the guitar. He will be fully involved and supportive across all College activities. He is married to Jo, with a son, Kai who is four. The Croft family, currently living in Campus Lodge, will make Steele Craik Lodge (upper) their new home once renovations are completed. They are looking forward to embracing all aspects of Cromwell life with the students.

Building ProgramThe new building is progressing well and it is on track to be completed by Orientation Week 2011. This will be

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a very tight finish. The building design comprises three levels of corridors with four, four bedroom units along each. At the end of each corridor is a two bedroom apartment. Each of the four and two bedroom apartments have one shared bathroom and toilet area. There is a common room area at the end of each corridor. The three Resident Assistants in the new building, one per floor, will have one room in each of the two bedroom apartments. Below the accommodation floors is a large undercroft area, and below that, the new workshop. The old workshop beside Hancock, will be removed, the bike shed relocated, and additional car parking will be available where the current workshop shed stands. The tennis court will be given a facelift. Lockley, Cottage and Steel Craik Lodge (lower) will all be offered as deluxe rooms from 2011. The Lockley rooms are being refurbished in December, which will conclude the refurbishment process of student rooms that began several years ago.

This major building program has put the College into debt for the first time in many years. Although these new facilities are much needed, they do come at a financial cost. Donations to the Cromwell College Building Fund (fully tax deductible) would be greatly appreciated from those readers who feel able to do so, as donations will assist the College towards an early repayment of the loan, and thereby enable funds to be used for further developments to directly benefit the students. Donations can be made by contacting Anna East, Community Relations Manager on 07 3377 1232 or by completing the donation form on the back page, and returning to the Cromwell office.

Resident Assistants 2011The position of Senior Resident Assistant will be created in 2011. This role will serve to mentor the RA group and to provide valuable assistance to staff. I am pleased to announce that Jordan Herd (5th year 2011) has been appointed to this position. In addition, Mitchell Harwood (4th year 2011) is returning for a second year as an RA. It is encouraging to see students choosing to stay on at Cromwell beyond their late teen years.

Senior RA and Bottom Dowling: Jordan Herd (5th Year)New Building: Mitchell Harwood (4th Year)New Building: Rachael CaryNew Building: Nathan FlettMid Dowling: Ross Van der WerffTop Dowling: Alana DinsdaleBottom Thatcher: Daniel BeattyTop Thatcher: Courtney PointonBottom Han: Benjamin HudsonMid Han: Bronte English

Top Han: Casey CostelloBottom Cock: Nicholas FinlayMid Cock: Rochelle MilneTop Cock: Nicola WardTop North: Jenna WicksBottom North: Kieran EvansHouse / Cottage: Jackson StretenLockley: Jamie Baum

The Students’ Association Annual General Meeting was held recently and the following office holders were elected for 2011. I look forward to working with the Student Executive a nd the RA team in 2011.

Student Executive Team 2011 President: Nicholas FinlayVice President: Caitlin Vizcay-WilsonTreasurer: Rochelle MilneSecretary: Bronte EnglishSocial: Nathan Flett and Laura BoullierCultural: Andrew McLeanInternational: Katherin BischofBoard of Governors: Luke CarrollFemale Sports: Courtney PointonMale Sports: Daniel BeattyICC: Alana DinsdaleMedia: Nicholas Bartholomew

Orientation Week CommitteeDaniel Porep (Coordinator)Nicola Ward (Principal’s Appointment)Hayley CantonGianni RibeiroTessa ArmstrongMark McCutchanBenjamin DuranceArchford Kahondo

On behalf of Jenny and myself, I would like to thank all members of the Cromwell College community for what has been a terrific year. I hope that the students have gained enormously from their experiences at Cromwell, and I wish those departing, every possible success for the future. Although Principal for only half of this year, I have come to feel that Cromwell is a very special place where life long friendships begin and are nurtured. I look forward to serving the Cromwell community again in 2011 and beyond. Jenny and I thank you all for your support and we both wish everyone a happy festive season and a prosperous new year.

Ross Switzer

Principal/Chief Executive

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Report from the Student PresidentWith the academic year almost over, Cromwell has been involved in a plethora of sporting, cultural and social events. Whether it is on the sporting field or on stage, Cromwell has continued to dominate the competition.

‘Crommie Tikker’ continued to pump through students’ veins for the last ICC showdown; Dancefest. With special thanks to Nathan Flett, Michael Krisanski and Caitin Vizcay-Wilson’s contribution to the choreography, the girls and guys hard work paid off, with Cromwell scoring 2nd place. On the social front, ball season has sadly come to an end. Students enjoyed a night of fine dining and attire at the Rydges in Southbank. The jazz band over dinner and breath taking views of the city were a big hit by all. It was the perfect way to end the 2010 social events that have been meticulously planned and executed by our Social Convenors, Jacob Landers and Nicholas Brook.

With the girls exceeding in AFL, they placed second in the overall ICC, unwavering support from Cromwellians saw the boys placed fourth and the girls placed sixth in the recent Athletics Carnival, that was held on September 11. Celebrations continued into the term as our men and women placed 1st and 2nd respectively in the Table Tennis competition and our male badminton team aimed high achieving a 2nd place. Without a doubt the greatest achievement for Cromwell was in receiving the coveted Weighted Men’s Shield! Much fun was had planning the 2010 Sportsman’s Dinner that was held on October 21. Hayley Canton was awarded the Spirit of Sports Award, alongside Daniel Beatty and Courtney Pointon who were named Cromwell’s sportsman and woman of the year.

In summary 2010 has been a blast. The unity and friendship that is shared by all the students reflect the great sense of spirit and community that exists in Cromwell. The year’s events would not have been so successful had it not been for the time and effort put in by our leaders and convenors. It has been an absolute pleasure to work alongside the Principal, other Exec members and the team of RAs. I wish the very best for the leaders of 2011, may they continue to contribute to the best college on campus.

Joanne LandmarkStudent President

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Building Program and Renovations at CromwellIn addition to our major building program, further renovation will occur at Cromwell in the coming months.

Modifications are being made to the Cromwell College kitchen, to bring the catering facilities up to best practice standard and all student bathrooms will be refurbished.

Thank you to the parents of current residents, Alumni and “Friends of the College”, who through their generosity have assisted in ensuring that the College can continue to enrich the lives of our residents. To contribute to the ongoing development of Cromwell College, please phone Anna East, Community Relations Manager on (07) 3377 1232 or email a.east@cromwell.uq.edu.au.

College NewsNew faces at Cromwell CollegeWe are happy to welcome the following staff members who have joined the Cromwell community over the past few months.

Mr Nathan Croft (Dean of Students)Ms Noelene Brooks (Catering Manager)Mr Max Neustifter (Painter and Maintenance)Mr Clark Tunstall (Chef)Ms Kimberley Stafford (Housekeeping)Ms Janice van Hengel (Housekeeping)Ms Kym Sherden (Housekeeping)

Melbourne Cup Lunch – 2nd November 2010 Cromwell College served a gourmet smorgasbord on Melbourne Cup Day, to revitalise and refresh residents before their final exams for the year. All enjoyed the delicious array of food and the races on the big screen in the Dining Room.

Thank you to those who joined us and we look forward to welcoming you to our next Cromwell event.

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I am pleased to sponsor furniture in the Cromwell Dining Room and my gift is enclosed for $________

Quantity__________ x Dining Room Chair(s) $215.00 each Quantity__________ x Dining Room Table(s) $1600.00 each

Would you like a plaque included? YES / NO If yes, please include text_______________________________________________________________

OR

I am pleased to send a gift to Cromwell College Foundation to help support young people now and for generations to come for $________

SPONSOR CROMWELL COLLEGE DINING ROOM FURNITURE With new furniture being added to the Dining Room, to cater for the additional residents and guests in 2011 and beyond, you have the opportunity to contribute to the College and have your name in perpetuity within the grounds of Cromwell College.

Name__________________________________________________ Phone Number___________________________

Postal Address____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Email Address_____________________@______________________Past Association with Cromwell_______________________________________

Please indicate payment type CHEQUE MASTERCARD VISA Name on Card_____________________________________________________

Card Number__ __ __ __ / __ __ __ __ / __ __ __ __ / __ __ __ __ Expiry Date __ __ / __ __ Signature____________________________________

Please make cheques payable to Cromwell College Foundation and post to Walcott Street, St Lucia Q 4067 or fax to (07) 3377 1499 or email to friends@cromwell.uq.edu.au

Cromwell College ArchivesDo you have photos, letters or any material from your time at Cromwell that either you would be willing to part with, or copy for inclusion in the College archives?

We would appreciate any further additions to be included to our ever growing archives.

Contact Anna East, Community Relations Manager on (07) 3377 1232 or email a.east@cromwell.uq.edu.au.

Sponsor Dining Room Furniture Cromwell will be adding new furniture to the Dining Room to cater for the additional residents and guests we will have in 2011 and beyond. Unlike many other colleges on campus, Cromwell’s Dining Room will have the capacity to seat all of our residents at organised Cromwell dinners and functions.

We would like to offer you the chance to contribute and have your name in perpetuity within Cromwell College.

Dining Room chairs with engraved plaque are only $215.00 per chair, or each table with engraved plaque is $1600.00.

Your generosity will assist in the costs associated to the new additions together with allowing Cromwell College residents the opportunity to be together to build on their relationships with one another.

Please contact Anna East, Community Relations Manager on (07) 3377 1232 or email a.east@cromwell.uq.edu.au to sponsor Cromwell Dining Room Furniture or for further information.

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Cromwell College Events and Reunions for 2011Our new building will open for Semester 1 2011, and to celebrate this exciting development, the Official Opening of the building will be held in mid 2011, with a precise date set early in the New Year. We would be delighted if you would join us for this occasion and will distribute further information to you in due course.

Ross and Jenny Switzer are very keen to meet former Cromwell students and to hear their stories. Reunions will be planned in and away from Brisbane in 2011, to enable past students to catch up. Stay tuned for more details in the New Year.

COCA News Online and Cromwell eNewsOur first edition of the Cromwell eNews was sent in October 2010. If you didn’t receive it, it is probably because we don’t have your email address – and there were a lot!

We are also updating our COCA News distribution and will be offering to deliver the next edition of COCA News straight to your email inbox.

By increasing our online and email offerings and reducing our print publication distribution, we will improve our efficiency and will also be contributing to the reduction of material consumption being friendlier to our environment.

We strongly encourage you to provide or update your email address contact Anna East, Community Relations Manager by phoning (07) 3377 1232 or email a.east@cromwell.uq.edu.au.

Join us on facebookDid you know that Cromwell College is on facebook? Search for the Cromwell crest on facebook today, and join our page to keep up to date with everything Cromwell.

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2010 Australian Transplant GamesMontague Summers, Cromwell College third year student, Resident Assistant and Vice-President of the Cromwell Student Association approached Cromwell for assistance to attend the 2010 Australian Transplant Games held in Canberra from 6-10th October.

Attending and competing at the Transplant Games this year, was a way for Monty to finally run the race that he missed back in 2006 due to his diagnosis of and treatment of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia. He dedicated his training and attendance at the games to his father, Charles Summers. Mr Summers had recently been hospitalised from a stroke and is now on a very long road to recovery.

Within the immediate Cromwell Community of staff and residents, more than $1000 was raised in just two weeks! This financial support provided Monty with the opportunity to participate at the Games in various track events including 400m, 800m, 1500m and the 4 x 400m relay.

Monty excelled, winning gold in all his events and smashing the world record times for the 400m, 800m, 1500m and the 4 x 400m relay (this one by 46 seconds!). Monty was also called on to race in the 4 x 100m relay in which they won gold!

Monty’s outstanding performance has secured his place to represent Australia at the 2011 World Transplant Games, to be held in Göteborg, Sweden from 17-24 June 2011. To assist in the costs associated with Monty’s upcoming trip to Sweden, please contact Monty direct by emailing montague.summers@uq.edu.au and pledge your support.

For more information about the 2011 Transplant Games, please visit www.wtg2011.com.

Chartered Accountants Student ChallengeEach year Chartered Accountants hold an Australia-wide finance/accounting competition for university students, The Chartered Accountants Student Challenge.

Cromwell resident, Colin Finke (B.Commerce/B.Laws) and his partner Amrith Dharmawardane (B.Commerce/B.Engineering) placed first in the State in the First Year Challenge, opened to first year undergraduate business, commerce and finance students.

The challenge involved examining a real-life business issue facing a corporation. Entries were judged on how effectively students approached the issue on three main criteria - technical knowledge, innovation and presentation.

Congratulations Colin and Amrith!

What’s been happeningat Cromwell

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UQ Open Day 1st AugustMore than 200 prospective students visited Cromwell College on UQ, St Lucia Campus Open Day.

Students who were interested in studying at UQ and concurrently staying at Cromwell in 2011 travelled to Brisbane from all over Australia. They enjoyed Cromwell refreshments and were given tours of the College from our current residents.

2010 Cromwell College Academic Dinner

The 2010 Cromwell College Academic Dinner was held on Tuesday 24th August at the College.

Special guest speaker on the evening was Fred D’Agostino, Professor of Humanities and Associate Dean (Academic) Faculty of Arts, University of Queensland. A renowned philosopher and published author, Professor D’Agostino’s address presented the collegiality side of residence in College, drawing from his own experience as a former College resident himself, and his recent research on how to organise ourselves to be more effective in a group setting rather than how we might be as isolated individuals. His presentation was enlightening, relevant and very well received by over 200 Cromwell residents.

Cromwell, was pleased to announce the 2010 Academic Award winners recognising and honoring those students who, through diligence and hard work, have achieved noteworthy Academic results.

Principal’s Certificate for High Academic Achievement (GPA 6.0 – 6.49)

Daniel BeattyB. Engineering / B. Business Management

Lauren BonifaceB. Speech Pathology

David ButterworthB. Engineering

Hayley CantonB. Business/B. Journalism

Mark McCutchanB. Exercise Science / B. Health Science

Sybilla CasinaderB. Biomedical Science

Nikola CoreB. Journalism/B. Arts

Alana DinsdaleB. Physiotherapy

Alison DuguidB. Engineering

Christopher FillmoreB. Science

Emily GordonB. Engineering

Samuel GrimesB. Engineering

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Principal’s Certificate for Academic Excellence (GPA 6.5 – 7.0)

Ellen JonesB.Science Christopher Michalak

B. Engineering

Robert MichalakB. Engineering

Andrew MiddletonB. Engineering

Kasey MooneyB. International Studies

Olivia NgB. Psychological Science

Genesta NicolsonB. Psychological Science

Matthew OsmondB. Science

Sarah OsmondB. Science/B. Arts

Hamish RileyB. Arts/B. Laws

Jillian StuartB. Pharmacy

Sok Joo TanB. Human Movement Studies

Samantha TregeaB. Social Work

James Boyd-MossB. Engineering

Maxwell BraddickB. Medicine, Surgery & Science

Jessica BrakeB. Arts

Matthew EnneverB. Engineering

Jessica FosterB. Health Sciences

Brad GallantB. Commerce/B. Laws

Clare GriffinB. Occupational Therapy

Caitlin HoldingB. Journalism/B. Arts

Heidi HunterB. Commerce/B. Arts

Joanne LandmarkB. Physiotherapy

Hanika PatelB. Health Science/MBBS

Caitlin SeeB. Medicine, Surgery & Science

Jessica SharkeyB. Commerce/B. Laws

Kieran WoodB. Engineering/B. Science

Andros ZhuB. Arts, Medicine & Surgery

Cromwell College Prizes

Uniting Church Investment Service Award First year student(s) with highest GPA result in Semester 1, 2010Matthew EnneverHanika Patel

Edwin Hobart Lockley Prize Consistent distinguished results in Faculty of ArtsAndros Zhu

Rod McElhinney Prize Highest GPA over three semesters in Faculty of ScienceMatthew Osmond

V. E. Hancock Award Most distinctions in Business, Economics, LawKate-Lyn Ah Shay

Ross Van Der WerffB. Physiotherapy

Jana van WijkB. Architectural Design

Nicola WardB. Arts/B. Social Science

Emma WatsonB. Env Man

Alan WrigleyB. Laws

Siobhan YorkstonB. Arts

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College Governors Prize Distinguished results in Faculty of Health SciencesJessica FosterCaitlin See

Cromwell College Prize Highest GPA over three semesters in Faculty of Social & Behavioural ScienceCaitlin Holding

Old Collegians Prize Academic distinction over three semesters in Faculty of Engineering, Architecture & ITChristopher Michalak

Yvonne Rogers Memorial Prize Second year student achieving the greatest improvement in rankRenae White

Foundation Scholarship Exceptional performance over five semesters in any fieldJessica FosterAlison Duguid

Senior Tutor Award Outstanding contribution to the Academic Tutorial ProgramCaitlin Holding

Cromwell Students’ Association Prize Outstanding Academic Achievement and Contribution to College LifeNicola Ward

2010 Valedictory DinnerThe 2010 Cromwell College Valedictory Dinner was held on 26 October 2010. Current residents, Alumni and “Friends of the College” were given the opportunity to farewell the following departing valedictorians.

Emma Badenoch-Jones 2008 – 2010Nicholas Brook 2008 – 2010Stuart Crundall 2008 – 2010Alison Duguid 2008 – 2010 Anna Durance 2008 – 2010Angela Faint 2008 – 2010Andrew Fielder 2008 – 2010John Flett 2008 – 2010Robert Ford 2008 – 2010Jessica Foster 2008 – 2010 Kirsty Glynn 2008 – 2010Clare Griffin 2007 – 2010Mitchell Harwood 2008 – 2010 Jordan Herd 2007 – 2010Anna Hill 2008 – 2010Caitlin Holding 2007 – 2010Fleur Hopkins 2008 – 2010

Michael Krisanski 2008 – 2010Sophie Kurz 2008 – 2010Jacob Landers 2008 – 2010Joanne Landmark 2008 – 2010Kassandra Lee 2008 – 2010Andrew Middleton 2008 – 2010Carly Mills 2008 – 2010Olivia Ng 2007 – 2010Genesta Nicolson 2008 – 2010David Polkinghorne 2008 – 2010Anne Rigden 2008 – 2010Elle Sleeman 2008 – 2010Ella Smith 2008 – 2010Jillian Stuart 2008 – 2010Kirk Stubbs 2008 – 2010Montague Summers 2008 – 2010

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Cromwell wishes you all the very best for your future. Please keep in touch with us to let us know how you are going and what you get up to!

The following Special awards were also announced recognising outstanding contribution from Cromwell College residents.

Frederick North Memorial PrizeThe North Prize is given each year to encourage those with Faith – and to remind the whole community that the deep spiritual questions in life, and the person of Jesus should not be ignored; and that this was at the foundation of what Cromwell College stood for 60 years ago, stands for now in 2010 and will continue to be committed to in years to come.

This prize was awarded to Daniel Porep, a first year resident, who exemplifies the foundation commitment in his own deeply held Christian beliefs and demonstrated practice within the Christian Fellowship Group.

NC Duong Memorial PrizeThis prize is named in honour of a former Cromwell student ‘Mike’ Duong. It is to recognise residents who have made a notable contribution in highlighting awareness of wider society issues, and through their own dedicated participation, promote an understanding of those causes to others. The 2010 NC Duong Memorial prize was awarded to two worthy residents;

Victoria Flannery was the State Campaign Manager for the joint initiative of The Oaktree Foundation and the Global Poverty Project, ‘Live Below the Line’, aiming to empower young people around Australia and educate them about global poverty.

With Victoria’s involvement, they were able to raise awareness of the enormity of this international issue, reminding us all that over 1.4 billion people world-wide live below the poverty line. Over $1,500,000 was raised nationally for this campaign, with a substantial amount going to three Cambodian Schools.

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Montague Summers, whose untiring energy and his drive in raising both awareness and funds, across a number of causes, has shown that he has exceeded his charity portfolio of projects aimed to engage and involve Cromwellians in fundraising ventures.

Notably, Montague organised the ‘Day of Days’ Touch Carnival at UQ, and encourgaged the Cromwell Community to take part in the annual Bridge to Brisbane with profits from both going to the AEIOU Foundation, an organisation supporting children with autism.

Montague also organised a ‘State of Origin’ event raising awareness and funds to help people beat depression, together with participation in the World’s Greatest Shave, raising over $3000 within the College community.

The Cromwell College MedalThe College Medal provides an opportunity to remind residents that Cromwell has a purpose. The College was established to provide an environment for young people, supportive of their university studies, and preparation for the transition into the world grounded in a vision informed and empowered by the Christian Faith.

The 2010 recipient, Jordan Herd, above everything is a Christian. He is a serious student of the Bible and a Christian witness who lives according to his Faith. In terms of personal characteristics, he is socially a most unselfish person, and one of those people who command respect simply by his consistent unselfishness combined with unfailing humility. As a Resident Assistant in 2010, Jordan has proven to be reliable and dutiful, providing outstanding pastoral care for younger students, leading through personal example.

Academically he has achieved a consistently high credit standing in a dual Degree in Commerce and Economics and has been a very capable and conscientious Tutor within the College Academic Program.

As a consistent and regular supporter of cultural activities, Jordan has always been there for others, to encourage and to extol their efforts.

Jordan is a true Cromwellian and wears the title as a badge of honour.

Congratulations to our award winners.

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David RichardsDeputy Master from 2005 – 2006

David was working with University Impact, a Christian group based at UQ. Married to Kristy, they have two children, Benjamin, born 21 August 2006 and Matthew, born 12 November 2008. The family moved to New Zealand, in October this year to work in university ministry at the University of Otago (Dunedin).

Sandy Vigar1976 - 1977

Sandy, who is currently working at Environmental Resources Management and married to Martin Pearson, writes that she has fond memories of her time at Cromwell including water fights, at homes and the holidays with friends made at Cromwell.

Greatest moments in Sandy’s life so far include becoming the first female National President of the Royal Australian Planning Institute, the state President of the Royal Australian Planning Institute and being awarded the national Award for Excellence in Urban Planning Achievement for Thuringowa Planning Scheme in 2004.

Sandy established ERM’s Queensland office in 1994, now an office of 40 environmental and planning consultants.

Karen Christiansen (nee Mundt) 1996 – 1997

I have finally gotten around to reading the latest edition of Coca News. What a delight to see that you are going to be the new principal of Cromwell. Cromwell was a very important part of my life during some of my most formative years, so I have a very fond affiliation to the place. Hugh Begbie was only a relatively new principal during my time there and both he and Helen were wonderfully supportive of me as a student.

Congratulations on your appointment of Principal at the college. I offer you and Jenny my most sincere wishes for the best in your new role.

Debra Horsten1984 - 1985

Debra was a student at Cromwell College in 1984 and 1985 (the first 2 years of her MBBS). Now living in the Northern Territory, Debra is unlikely to attend any get-togethers but would be interested in hearing what is happening and being in contact with previous students.

Sharon Grunwald 1982 - 1984

Currently living in NSW with her son Nicholas, born in 2001, Sharon is a management consultant focusing on change management / program delivery. Sharon’s memories of Cromwell include playing hockey in the area down the stairs from the dining area, at homes and balls, pranks - starting from days as a fresher and crashing off her bike going down anatomy hill!

Lorna Patricia LauwI should like to say “Thank You”, to all concerned with the 60th Anniversary Service and Lunch, especially the catering staff for a very healthy and delicious lunch.

We, my family, daughters fellow college residents and self, enjoyed the nostalgic journey via photographs and the tour around the complex. My family, Hong-Sian Lauw, Benjamin Dingle his partner Bronwyn and self all agreed that the day was a resounding success.

I wondered how many other families were represented by three generations? After all, if it wasn’t for Cromwell, I wouldn’t have a family.

Chit Chat Round Up

His name was Fleming, and he was a poor Scottish farmer. One day, while trying to make a living for his family, he heard a cry for help coming from a nearby bog. He dropped his tools and ran to the bog. There, mired to his waist in black muck, was a terrified boy, screaming and struggling to free himself. Farmer Fleming saved the lad from what could have been a slow and terrifying death.

The next day, a fancy carriage pulled up to the Scotsman’s sparse surroundings. An elegantly dressed nobleman stepped out and introduced himself as the father of the boy Farmer Fleming had saved. “I want to repay you,” said the nobleman. “You saved my son’s life.” “No, I can’t accept payment for what I did,” the Scottish farmer replied, waving off the offer.

At that moment, the farmer’s own son came to the door of the family hovel. “Is that your son?” the nobleman asked. “Yes,” the farmer replied proudly. “I’ll make you a deal. Let me provide him with the level of education my own son will enjoy. If the lad is anything like his father, he’ll no doubt grow to be a man we both will be proud of.” And that he did.

Farmer Fleming’s son attended the very best schools and in time, he graduated from St. Mary’s Hospital Medical School in London, and went on to become known throughout the world as the noted Sir Alexander Fleming, the discoverer of Penicillin.

Years afterward, the same nobleman’s son who was saved from the bog was stricken with pneumonia. What saved his life this time? Penicillin. The name of the nobleman? Lord Randolph Churchill.

His son’s name? Sir Winston Churchill.

Source: Worship Programs for Juniors, by Alice A. Bays and Elizabeth Jones Oakbery, published ca. 1950

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