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Making a lasting difference to health care

Dr Chen Peh

From the bedsides of the Royal Adelaide Hospital to the rice fields of Myanmar, renal physician Dr Chen Peh is committed to relieving human suffering.

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Support helps Connor overcome challenges

Student scholarship Connor Holdback Augustus Short Scholarship

The gift of education through a scholarship, award or grant for academic excellence can change the lives of outstanding students and inspire them to make a difference in the world.

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Anonymous donor funds Emeritus Professor George Rogers AO Supplementary Scholarship

In 2017 an anonymous donor made a donation of $150,000 to the University of Adelaide to establish the Emeritus Professor George Rogers AO Supplementary Scholarship. With additional funding by the Faculty of Sciences, this scholarship valued at $10,000 per annum will be awarded each year to the highest ranked applicant for a Research Training Program Scholarship in the field of Molecular Bioscience.

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Taplin travel fund helps to further Indigenous education

John Taplin and Yvonne donors

The Taplin Indigenous Bursary Fund made it possible for PhD candidate, Yvonne Clark, to attend an international psychology conference in Paris.

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Supporting those who teach and inspire others

Peter Routely

With a passion for agricultural science and education, Holly Crighton is one step closer to realising her dream after she received assistance from the Peter H Routley Awards.

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Fellowship gift attracts young scientists

Stephen Ramsay Scholarship

Some of the nation’s brightest young scientists are being lured back to Australia to pursue groundbreaking research thanks to two of the most generous gifts ever made to the University of Adelaide.

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Volunteers help bridge language barriers

Talking with Aussies Volunteer Ron Seidel with graduating student Omid

Volunteering provides an integral link between the University and the wider community.

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Jackson breaks new ground in farming

Jackson Adams Impact of Giving 2017

Jackson Adams realised he had a passion for farming and agriculture at a young age, excitedly taking up a job milking cows at the local dairy at age 13.

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New law fund supports students in need

Professor John Williams and Elise Thomson Impact of Giving 2016

Since its inception the Dean of Law's Support fund has raised over $100,000; with investment earnings ensuring at least $5000 will be available to provide financial support to students in need each year.

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Supporting a passion for agriculture

Farrah Preston donor scholarship agriculture student

Coming to the University from Broken Hill, Farrah Preston was feeling the pressure of juggling study and work.

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