Grammar Gazette-Issue 1, 2020

The Bursary Fund A gift of hope for their future

Awards and Achievements

Ms Georgina Anthonisz Director of Development

Congratulations to the following alumnae and students who have been recognised by independent organisations for their accomplishments across many and varied fields.

As 2020 unfolds in ways we could not imagine, it is a challenging and complex time for us all: our School community of students, staff, parents, alumnae and friends, and the wider community of Australia and beyond. It follows a summer that has also presented many Australians with unprecedented challenges. Like many other schools and institutions, each year Brisbane Girls Grammar School invites everyone in our community to consider supporting the Annual Giving program But this year is like no other We know many families are facing their own unique set of challenges and some have already been profoundly impacted We know also, that others are seeking ways they can help

This year, we simply ask—should you be in a position to do so—that you please consider a tax- deductible gift to the Girls Grammar Bursary Fund Bursaries create opportunities for girls from a wide range of backgrounds to explore their own potential, empowering these young women to become the citizens our communities need to thrive Your support will help future students, who could not otherwise attend, to benefit from the life- changing experience of an excellent education Their need may well be greater than ever No matter what the size, all gifts to the Bursary Fund are an investment in the potential of generations of young women—and that is something which can give us all hope for the future — Thank you

— Jane Allen (Sports Captain, 1972), was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the Queen's New Year Honours Jane is CEO of British Gymnastics, receiving the MBE in recognition of her service to the sport — Kirby Short (2003) captained the Brisbane Heat WBBL team to a second consecutive championship in December at Allan Border Field — Chloe Yap (2013) was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship to undertake studies and clinical trials at the University of California, Los Angeles Her research will involve ‘big data’ analysis on genetic studies of the human brain in relation to autism — Sophie Shan (11E) performed as a solo recitalist (piano) in Carnegie Hall, New York City, at the Winners Recital of the Crescendo International Competition in January — Emily Ryan (9E) won the Tennis girls singles’ championship on Sunday 15 March, claiming the title of State Champion for Queensland Secondary Schools (13–19 years) Emily was selected as the number one player for the Australian Championships

— Joan Cribb (Herbert, 1946) was awarded a Medal (OAM) for service to higher education as a botanist, and to the community As a Botanist and Mycologist, Joan has travelled around Queensland for more than 45 years discovering and recording gasteromycetes (fungi) and was awarded the Australian Natural History Medallion in 1994 — Dr Del Hinckley (1962) was made a Member (AM) in the General Division of the Order of Australia for her significant service to Medicine as a plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Hinckley has been recognised previously as a pioneer in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and for her dedication to education and training — Emeritus Professor Cheryl Praeger AM (1965) was awarded the 2019 Prime Minister’s Prize for Science, for her fundamental mathematical research in group theory and combinatorics Her work explains the complex mathematics required for applications such as secure digital communication and website encryption — Dr Mary Martin AM (1970) was awarded an honorary doctorate from Queensland University of Technology for her service to the community and the university Dr Martin has dedicated over 40 years of her life to improving the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

To donate to the Brisbane Girls Grammar School Bursary Fund, please visit bggs.qld.edu.au/making-a-gift

above Sophie Shan (11E) performs at Carnegie Hall, New York City

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