In this episode of The OSCA Podcast, hosts Lachie Strathmore (’15) and Scott Montgomery (’85) sit down with James Rook (’15). James Rook ('15) has been heavily involved in rowing, having recently competed in the Tokyo Olympics as the Cox of the Australian Women’s VIII. In this episode, we explore
Continue ReadingToday is a special day for an amazing Old Boy, as the Rev. Bill Morgan ('35) celebrates his 106th birthday. As well as being the oldest known Old Boy, today's milestone makes Bill the first known Old Boy to reach the age of 106. The OSCA community wishes Bill the
Continue ReadingThe Perelberg Award is awarded in memory of a former student of Scotch, Ashley Perelberg, a member of the Class of ’92, who died in 1993 from a heart attack while training during his first year at university. In 2021, the Perelberg Award, is awarded to a member of either
Continue ReadingWednesday 6 October 2021 On this day, 170 years ago, Scotch College was founded in East Melbourne by the Reverend James Forbes. As is said “from Little acorns, mighty Oaks do grow“ and from those fledgeling beginnings in, today we flourish on 27 ha at our Hawthorn campus nestled along
Continue ReadingBen Strathmore (’13) attended Harvard University for 4 years after finishing school, and he currently lives in Los Angeles producing music under the name ‘Strath.’ In this episode, we talk about the decision to move to America, the opportunities and vibe in Los Angeles, the day-to-day life of a music
Continue ReadingThe design of the OSCA tartan has been agreed and production of the tartan cloth is completed. The development process has taken over 12 months and has involved the School Council, OSCA, the Principal and a range of members of the Scotch Family. We are now in the process of
Continue ReadingWe wish all the best to the four Old Boys representing Australia at the Tokyo Olympics starting tomorrow! Josh Booth ('08), will be rowing in the Men's Eight. Stuart Sim ('11), will be coxing the Men's Eight. James Rook ('15), will be coxing the Women's Eight. Denis Genreau ('17), will
Continue ReadingRecently the newest episode of the OSCA Podcast was launched. In this episode, Lachie and Scott speak with Fraser Sutherland (‘17) who spent a gap year as a teaching assistant at Tiwi College in the Northern Territory. They talk about his passion for volunteering, his experiences during his time in
Continue ReadingCongratulations to the following Old Boys on receiving awards in the 2021 Queen's Birthday Honours: Dr David Hare OAM (’64)- For service to cardiology. Prof. Frank P Alford OAM (’58) - For service to endocrinology. Mr Adrian Bartak OAM (’65) - For service to music. Mr David Gibbs AM (’67)
Continue ReadingCatch up on OSCA Live with Carolyn Creswell, current parent and founder of Carman's Fine Foods. Carolyn chats with Scott Montgomery about building a business, persistence, work-life balance and her philanthropic pursuits. An inspiring story with some good messages. Click here for the recording.
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