Magnolia
Tree species:
Magnolia M. amoena
Planted:
24 July 2003
Location:
Lawn between College of Education gymnasium and Tower Block
Overview
Devon Marie Anderson (1983–2003) who was studying at both the College of Education and towards a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, died as a result of a motor accident whilst driving from Mosgiel to Dunedin on 22 June 2003.
Devon touched many lives and her motto, quoted at her funeral and included on her memorial plaque, reads: “Experience the rough, ride the fun and persevere the pain”.