Believe: The campaign for the University of Melbourne
I believe Australia deserves a University equal to the best in the world
— Professor Glyn Davis AC, Vice-Chancellor
I believe animal welfare lies in the hands of tomorrow’s vets.
— Peter Hitchener, Journalist

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Professor Glyn Davis AC, Vice-Chancellor: Thank you.

Thanks to the generosity of more than 16,000 donors across the globe, the University of Melbourne is transforming the lives of future generations. We’re getting closer to achieving our goal of raising $500 million by 2017, giving Australia a university equal to the best in the world.

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Our campaign priorities

Mr Bob Paterson and Ms Marita ChengEducating tomorrow's leaders
Professor James McCluskey and a research studentFinding answers to the world's grand challenges
Two people looking at an architectural modelEnriching our communities
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News & Events

  • University announces new Chair in Australian literature 23 January 2015
  • Rowing champions still making a splash 11 December 2014
  • Melbourne receives $26 million donation for contemporary art museum 3 December 2014
  • Wade Institute to foster next generation of entrepreneurs 26 November 2014
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How your gift makes a difference

  • Professor Ian Malkin
    Teacher makes a first-class contributionOne of the Law School’s longest serving teachers, he is legendary for his ability to inspire and engage students.
  • Mr Bob Paterson and Ms Marita Cheng
    Inspiring young engineersBob graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1949 and has retained his ties with the Melbourne School of Engineering.
  • Grace Newton, scholarship recipient
    Young lives remembered through scholarshipThe memory of two young University of Melbourne students lives on through a new scholarship - the Alexander and Bridget Jones Memorial Scholarship.
  • Judy Backhouse, Annual Appeal donor
    Annual Appeal“I want to see young people enjoy the opportunities that I have had”
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“We’ve had great satisfaction seeing the kids come through. I only wish we could do even more, as there are some very bright young people who have missed out on a scholarship.”Mr Bob Paterson, creator of the Paterson Scholarship in EngineeringRead Bob’s story
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