HISTORY will be preserved at the University of New England after the UNE Council announced the new residential complex would be named Wright College.
More than 20 years after the original Wright College was demolished, last week’s announcement re-establishes the former college at the same location.
UNE chancellor John Watkins said the new Wright College would deliver the best combination of modern facilities for current students, linking them to the strong collegiate culture of UNE and the heritage of the historic Wright College.
“UNE aspires to become Australia’s preeminent collegiate university by building on the student experience,” he said.
“The reinstallation of a Wright College is a powerful symbol of UNE’s commitment to maintaining its strong collegiate tradition.
“The university is extremely proud of the formative lifestyle and experience we provide and the new Wright College will build on those traditions to deliver expanded residential facilities to meet the needs of our on-campus students.”
Mr Watkins said the university had plenty of suggestions about potential names for the new college with the “Redmen” – alumni of Wright College – showing strong enthusiasm for reinstalling their old residence.
It’s anticipated that students will move into the new Wright College next month.
