Grace College, University of Queensland


Grace College is a residential college for women located on the St Lucia Campus of The University of Queensland. During the Autumn and Spring semesters of The University of Queensland, the College provides full catered accommodation for its residents. Outside of these normal operating times, the College is available for short stays and conferences.

Governance

The College is auspiced by The Uniting Church in Australia and .
It is governed by the College Council whose membership is appointed as follows:
The key officers of the College Council are incorporated by Letters Patent under the Religious, Educational and Charitable Institutions Act 1861-1977.

History

The College was opened in 1970.

Motto

The motto of the College is "My grace is sufficient".

Coat of arms

The College coat of arms consists of a purple passion cross fleury on a silver lozenge on a red shield.

Mascot

The mascot of the College is the mythological Phoenix.

Other Relationships

Through the Grace College Student Club, the College participates in the Inter-College Council formed by the students of the 10 residential colleges on the St Lucia campus of The University of Queensland.