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February 2007 |
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| Monash alumnus named Australian of the Year |
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Tim Flannery (MSc 1981) was recently named Australian of the Year 2007, the first Monash University graduate to have received this honour.
Professor Flannery is an internationally acclaimed writer, scientist, environmentalist and explorer. He has published more than 130 scientific papers and his books include world-wide bestseller The Weather Makers: The History & Future Impact of Climate Change. |
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| Twenty-two graduates on Australian Honours list |
Monash University proudly congratulates its 22 alumni who received Australia Day Honours in 2007.
Alumni were awarded across a variety of fields, including finance, health, science, law and education.
Among those honoured were: Professor John Hutson AO (MBBS 1972, MD 1994) for service to medicine and the community through the Scouting movement; Mr Salah Salman AM (BEd 1976)
for service to education and the community; and Ms Lynette Wannan AM (BA 1972, DipEd 1973) for service in the areas of social policy development, education and children's services.
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| Monash alumnus challenges counterfeiters |
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Suranga Jayalath (MBusLaw 2006) specialises in intellectual property law as an associate at leading Sri Lankan law firm Julius & Creasy.
In his most recent case he represented a major international bakery chain in its fight to stop a competing business from using its logo. |
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| Alumni feedback to shape future activities |
Monash University will launch a global alumni survey in March 2007.
Alumni relations director Leonie Boxtel said that more than 30,000 Monash graduates will be asked for their thoughts. “We are at an exciting point in planning for alumni relations – there are so many options. The university is committed to enhancing and expanding the program. It’s vital that we know the views of our global alumni to ensure the program is relevant to them.” Ms Boxtel said. |
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| More students choose Monash |
Monash University has increased its first-round offers by more than four per cent compared to 2006. The total number of offers in 2006 was 7967 compared to 8335 places offered for 2007.
Monash University Pro-Vice Chancellor Professor Merran Evans said she was very happy with the continued demand for courses at Monash University.
"We are working to communicate the opportunities that Monash offers more effectively to students and their parents and by their response, it seems that some of the excitement that we have about Monash is spreading," said Professor Evans. |
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| Alumni ePress discount offer |
Monash University ePress is delighted to extend its offer to Monash alumni of a 20 per cent discount on its online publications. The ePress has added three new publications to its list, including the journal The Australian Review of Applied Linguistics and ebooks South Pacific Museums and Jackson's Track Revisited.
"The fact our alumni can now access a growing list of online publications through the ePress service at a discount rate is great news," said Ms Sarah Cannon, Marketing Coordinator of Monash University ePress.
Visit the ePress website and click on the ‘Monash Alumni Special Offer’ link to view the full list of online publications. To make a purchase, follow the prompts and enter this voucher code during the payment process: S-MOA_20%
For more information, visit the ePress website or contact ePress staff via email or phone +61 3 9905 0526. |
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| Gearing for Success with Professor Susan Davis |
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Alumna Professor Susan Davis will explore emerging issues in women's health at this upcoming Gearing for Success breakfast seminar. Professor Davis, a leading researcher and educator in women's health, will discuss 'Family, good health, work-life balance and a fulfilling career - an impossible dream?
Women's health, research and the future'.
Date: Tuesday 20 March, 7.15 – 8.45am
Venue: Langham Hotel Melbourne
Guest speaker: Professor Susan Davis (MBBS 1980, FRACP, PhD 1989), Professor of Women's Health, Monash University Department of Medicine, Alfred Hospital
RSVP/Inquiries: Alumni Relations office via email or phone +61 3 9903 4602
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| Performing Arts in 2007 |
The 2007 Monash University Performing Arts program has been released. View the 2007 program online or email the Box Office with your postal address and they will send you a brochure.
"We select performances from the best on offer by Australian producers. Patrons can attend spell-binding drama, high-level comedy or quality children's work," said Ms Jan Clancy, Director of Monash University's Academy of Performing Arts.
Subscriptions and gift certificates for the 2007 program are available. To subscribe, please complete an online subscription booking form (PDF 71.1KB). Gift vouchers can be purchased by contacting the Box Office via email or on +61 3 9905 1111.
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| Seminar: Innovative marketing culture |
The Monash Alumni Association (MAA) will host a breakfast seminar for the Monash University Marketing Alumni Chapter on Friday 23 March. Four industry speakers will speak on the topic of Innovative Marketing Culture.
Date: 7.30-10.00am, Friday 23 March
Venue: ZINC, Federation Square, corner of Flinders and Swanston Streets, Melbourne
Price: MAA members: $49.50
Non members and guests: $99
'Join and Attend' offer for all Monash graduates
(including annual MAA membership and benefits, plus this event, valued at $174.50): $99
Group booking (four people):
$330
RSVP: Ali Thomson via email or phone +61 3 9844 2933
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