Roseworthy Old Collegians Association

Administrative History

ROCA was created in 1898 and has provided an on-going bond for the many thousands of people who have been associated with the Campus since Roseworthy was established as Australia's first agricultural college in 1883. It boasts a membership of around 2000 life members and represents one of the bigger groups of the Adelaide University Alumni. ROCA's purpose has always been to promote the interests of the Roseworthy Campus. Its members are very proud of Roseworthy's history and the contribution of its people to society. ROCA acts as a guardian of the traditions of the Campus, and provides a link between Old Collegians and the Campus.

Taken from UAA Provenance Record UAR-0316

Award of Merit

The Award of Merit is bestowed upon a member of the ROCA Association who has made a meritorious contribution in any field of agricultural activity including association affairs. This award is regarded as the highest honour ROCA can bestow on one of its members.

Since 1961, 47 notable Old Collegians have been honoured with the Award of Merit. The Honour Board detailing past recipients is in the foyer of the Roseworthy main Building adjacent to the Dining Room at Roseworthy.

Taken from https://www.adelaide.edu.au/roca/recognition/award-of-merit  - Accessed 30 November 2020