Rotary is supporting The University of Technology’s bold new model of Indigenous education.
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The goal is for indigenous Australians to see themselves at home at university and empower them to succeed at university and beyond:
- Modelling an inclusive nation, celebrating culture and traditions
- Driving major growth of student numbers in higher education
- Delivering critical success and graduation of students
- Fueling economic inclusion and employment
- Elevating graduate success and global leadership
An Indigenous Residential College. An Indigenous designed and led College in the heart of Sydney would welcome students from across the nation.
“For the first time in Australian History, Indigenous people will be the hosts not the guests in a place based around their traditions and identity” Michael McDaniel, AO, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous Leadership and Engagement.
“I’d like to see a nation where all Australians think Indigenous culture is part of their heritage. If you live here, it’s part of your heritage.” Professor Larissa Behrendt, AO, Director of Research at the Jumbunna Indigenous House.
"A goal that should be writ large at every university in our country: indigenous Australians to see themselves at home at university and empower them to succeed at university and beyond. It starts here."
His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley, AC DSC, Governor-General of Australia.
Listen to the Governor-General talk about the Centenary of Rotary in Australia and the Indigenous Residential College at UTS.