The Mace

The Mace

The mace was originally a symbol of protection, i.e. a metal club traditionally carried to protect the Chancellor from adversaries. It is now a symbol of power and authority. Through the generosity of the late Lt Col. A.G. Oldham, CBE, ED, La Trobe University was presented with its mace prior to the first graduation ceremony in December 1969. It was designed and created in London by Australian silversmith Stuart Devlin.