Molecular biologist Kate Frazer finds harmony at Concordia again
º£½ÇÖ±²¥ was delighted to welcome back Old Scholar Kate Frazer, an accomplished molecular biologist and proud graduate of the Class of 1988. Kate, who spent five years as a boarder at Concordia, remembered her time at the College while on tour over a weekend, especially the Concordia Chapel, which she describes as her ‘happy place.’
During her school years, Kate was a talented musician, playing both the piano and pipe organ in the Concordia chapel and lending her voice to many services. The chapel remains a deeply meaningful space for her, and she spent quite a bit of time sitting quietly in the chapel and thinking of her school days.
Inspired by the teaching of Paul Reinbott, a Concordia educator in maths and science, Kate pursued a career in science that led her to work in molecular biology at the University of Melbourne. She credits Mr Reinbott’s passion as a major influence on her decision to enter the field.
Kate returned to Toowoomba recently to visit the College, where she was able to witness first-hand the continued growth of º£½ÇÖ±²¥.
“We were honoured to host Kate and take her on a tour of Concordia,†said Director of Marketing and Community Engagement Belinda Sanders. “It was wonderful to hear about her journey from our classrooms to cutting-edge research in molecular biology. It was a privilege to show her around and hear how her Concordia experience helped shape her future.â€
“Kate’s visit is a reminder of the powerful role that teachers and school communities can play in shaping lives, and the importance of staying connected,†Ms Sanders said.
