Phillip Wright
Phillip Arundell Wright | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date Wongwibinda, New South Wales, Australia |
| Died | August 30, 1970 (aged 81) Wallamumbi, near Armidale, New South Wales, Australia |
| Occupation(s) | Pastoralist, benefactor |
| Known for | Second Chancellor of the University of New England (1960–1970) |
Phillip Arundell Wright (20 July 1889 – 30 August 1970) was an Australian pastoralist and benefactor who held the position of the second Chancellor at the University of New England from 1960 until 1970.
Biography
Wright was born at Wongwibinda, close to Armidale, New South Wales, as the sixth child of Albert and May Wright (née Mackenzie). Following the death of his father in 1890, his mother took over management of the Wongwibinda station and expanded the family’s landholdings by acquiring Wallamumbi,[1] which remained under the Wright family's ownership for a hundred years. His early education was conducted at home before he attended Sydney Church of England Grammar School and later Bedford School in England, reflecting his enduring dedication to formal learning.[2]
He was instrumental in establishing the New England University College in 1938 and contributed as an early benefactor. From its foundation, Wright was a member of its advisory council, serving as vice-chairman and deputy chancellor between 1943 and 1960. Upon the retirement of Sir Earle Page in 1960, he assumed the role of chancellor.[3]
Wright passed away at Wallamumbi, his main estate near Armidale, in 1970. His generosity toward the university included donations of land, resources, awards, and a ceremonial mace. In recognition of his contributions, the university named Wright College and Wright Village in his honor, as well as dedicating the original central courtyard fountain to him.[3]
He was also the father of poet and environmental advocate Judith Wright.[3]
See also
References
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