Lincoln has been home to many university students who have gone on to become great achievers, making positive impact around the world. A few of these achievers are listed here. We will continue to build this page; the list of achievers is a long one.
Datuk Dr Samuel C E Abraham
(Alumnus 1954-58; Vale 2007). Graduating from Medicine at the University of Adelaide in the late 50s Sam returned to Malaysia to become a most respected practitioner of Paediatrics both overseas and in Australia. Making the decision to work in the public sector rather than in private health practices Dr Abraham chose to positively impact the poorly resourced area of paediatrics in his home country of Malaysia. Going on to set up and champion such places as the Johor Baru Spastic Centre and the Sentul Project, Sam’s hard work and commitment did not go unnoticed, receiving awards in Malyasia, India, Australia, and beyond. In April 2009 Licnoln College renamed its newly refurbished Annexe building 'Abraham House'.
Dr CK Cheong (Alumnus 1962-63) has served the Singaporean and South East Asian community in the areas of governance, leadership and finance. Notable achievements: Distinguished Alumni, University of Adelaide; Past Managing Director, Singapore Airlines; Chairman, Singapore Broadcasting Corporation; current Chairman, OCBC Bank, Singapore.
Robert Hannaford (Alumnus 1962-64) is a self taught artist renowned for his portraits. He has succeeded in being finalist in the Archibald Prize every year since first entering it in 1991. Lincoln is very lucky to have the portraits of two of our past Masters painted by Robert, that of Rev Frank Hambly and of Dr John Whitehead, hanging in our dining hall.
www.roberthannaford.com.au, former member of Lincoln Council
(1970-1980), and long time lecturer in economics at the University of Adelaide; seminal economist, Professor of Economics at Cambridge University and respected global thinker.
Tim Harcourt (Alumnus 1983-86) is Chief Economist with the Australian Trade Commission and the author of
The Airport Economist.
Dr Basil Hetzel (Alumnus 1956-57) is one of the National Trust's Australian Living Treasures. A champion for the inclusion of iodine in diets in developed and developing countries, Dr Hetzel's research has impacted the lives of many, the use of idoized salt improving the health of communities around the world.
Ms Lim Soo Hoon (Alumna 1977-80) has served the Singaporean community in the area of public service, leadership, career development and training, particularly acknowledging the inroads made as a woman in the public service in Singapore. Notable achievements: Singapore's first female Permanent Secretary, Public Service Division, Prime Minister's Office; 2007 Singaporean Woman of the Year.
John Menadue’s (Alumnus1953-56) life reads as a Who’s Who entry – in fact, he has a significant entry in both it and the book “1001 Australians You Should Know” where he is referred to as “the trusted administrator”. Since graduating in Economics from the University of Adelaide in 1956 John has served his country as a public servant, diplomat, critical thinker, board director, advisor and public commentator. His service to Australia has been recognised by several awards, namely he was awarded an AO in 1985 for service to the public, and a Centenary Medal 'for service to Australian society through public service leadership' in 2003.
Kingsley Newman AM (Alumnus 1957-58) was appointed the youngest ever special magistrate at 31. Six years later an appointment as a Senior Special Magistrate followed and was not long after appointed as District Court Judge. Throughout his long career Kingsley contributed to numerous boards and committees, as member and Chair, in the professional and not for profit sectors.
Mr Peter Ong (Alumnus 1982-83) has served the Singaporean community in the area of public service, leadership and finance. Notable achievements: Second Permanent Secretary for Defence in 2001; became the Permanent Secretary in the Transport Ministry before becoming the Permanent Secretary of Trade and Industry in 2005; also appointed Second Permanent Secretary Finance; in 2009 became the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Finance in Singapore; currently Chairman of the Maritime and Port Authority and a Director of TIF Ventures Pte.
The Hon. Christopher Sumner AM (Alumnus 1960-65). Chris’ contribution to the legal and political communities of South Australia, and his establishment and support of philanthropic endeavours of the College, underscore the community minded way of life reinforced at Lincoln. Among his achievements: Attorney-General for South Australia from 1982 to 1993; member of the Legislative Council of South Australia from 1975 to 1994.
Dr Richard Hin Yung (Alumnus 1955-60; Vale 2007) for services to the Singaporean community in the area of medical education and service to his country. Notable achievements: won the coveted Command Appointment Plaque and the Meritorious Service Award from the Singapore Armed Forces; published author; Distinguished Alumni University of Adelaide.
