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Impact of giving

Giving today. Changing tomorrow.
Each and every gift to the University of Sydney has an impact, no matter the size. Together, we’ve achieved amazing things. Here are just some of the stories of impact, which will take you on a journey across our campuses – and beyond – to witness what has been made possible through philanthropy.
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Welcome message

A message from the the Vice-Chancellor and Chancellor

In 2023, our supporters have humbled and inspired us, and we are very proud to reflect on all that has been achieved during the year.
 

Year in review

Philanthropy snapshot 2022 - 2023

These snapshots are a few examples of recent gifts, which have created opportunities to learn, research, and innovate across the University.

Feature stories

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Healing bodies, healing Country

Native grains have healing potential. These gratifying grasses are not only a fantastic food source that could lower chronic disease rates, but could also have environmental and cultural benefits for the communities where they grow.
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Sowing seeds of change

Farmers are the backbone of this country. Now, new advancements within agricultural robotics are providing farmers with a helping hand and next level efficiency.
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Building knowledge

Life in Sydney city can be a challenge. But a unique collaboration between architects, donors, researchers, and students is hoping to innovate and educate towards a more liveable Sydney.
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Picturing a brighter future

A fascination for art and creativity can set up a life of discovery and open-mindedness. An enriched school outreach program at the Chau Chak Wing Museum is equipping more students with the gift of wonder.
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A keen eye on the future

Wanting her gift to have maximum impact, Jennie Mackenzie became a supporter of the Charles Perkins Centre. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the Centre is fighting to improve global health.
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Student support adds up

Education is more than just the sum of its parts. Hundreds of students from under-represented backgrounds have come to Sydney in 2023 thanks to scholarships that are changing their trajectories.

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Past issues

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More impact stories

03 March 2022

Pride of place: a new scholarship supports the LGBTIQ+ community

Balancing the demands of university with a commitment to volunteering and activism, Hayden struggled to make ends meet. A new scholarship changed everything.
23 February 2022

Discovery of new Hendra virus variant example of being proactive on emerging diseases

University of Sydney-led research has uncovered an unrecognised variant of the Hendra virus, prompting re-evaluation of spillover risk from horses and their carers to other humans.
17 December 2021

From war-torn Syria to the stages of Sydney

Yamaha artist, Sako Dermenjian is to complete a Masters degree at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music through the Greta Davis Equity Scholarship for Musically Talented Students.
16 December 2021

World-first consortium to fight global corneal blindness

In a world first, Australian leaders in corneal bioengineering have collaborated to form BIENCO, a consortium that will develop bioengineered eye tissue to treat corneal blindness.
02 December 2021

THC in blood and saliva are poor measures of cannabis impairment

The findings contrast with the much stronger relationship between blood alcohol concentrations and driving impairment, with implications for the application of drug-driving laws globally.
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