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June 2004 |
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| Monash debate rejects perfect babies |
Age and experience defeated youth and enthusiasm when two teams of Monash Law alumni debated the question, 'Should the law allow genetic engineering to create the perfect baby?' last month.
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The Great Law Week Debate was part of celebrations to mark the Monash Law School's 40th anniversary.
A gala dinner is planned for August 19. |
From left, Julian Burnside QC, David Shavin QC, Simon Wilson QC, Simin Kocdag, Chris Fladgate and Kim Little |
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Thrive in a plastic world
Steve Worthington
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Are your credit cards getting the better of you? Attend the next Gearing for Success breakfast seminar to hear
Professor Steve Worthington of the Department of Marketing at Monash University discuss the complexities of surviving in a cashless world. <more>
Date: Fri 18 June, 7.15-8.45am
Venue: Grand Hyatt Melbourne
Inq/bookings: Jessica Arnold / tel +613 9905 2636 / book online |
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| Stem cell expert addresses UN |
| Monash University based scientist Professor Alan Trounson
addressed United Nations delegates in New York this week,
calling for a global ban on reproductive human cloning and
pushing for acceptance of therapeutic cloning. Professor
Trounson was the only Australian scientist to be invited to
address the UN at the landmark cloning conference. Latest Monash stem cell research |
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| Monash South Africa grads go into business |
| Douglas Minnaar and fellow computing graduates Bradley Harrison and Matthew Hodge have started up their own company, TX Solutions. As Systems Developer for TX, Douglas says "My studies taught me comprehensive software development techniques which have been vital to my work. I also learned to deal with pressure, people and change." The trio were awarded their degrees at the inaugural graduation for Monash South Africa last year. |
Douglas Minnaar |
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| Tim McArdle Inaugural Scholarship awarded |
| Monash student Melinda Mason has been presented with the inaugural Tim McArdle Memorial Scholarship, valued at $2000. The scholarship is the result of local fund raising efforts following the untimely death in 2002 of Dr McArdle, a Monash medicine graduate and inspiring general practitioner in the Gippsland town of Warragul. Melinda is studying a double degree in nursing and rural health at Monash University Gippsland campus. Inq: Janine Barrett / tel, +61 3 9905 5971 |
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| Researching health emergencies - volunteers needed |
People who have recently attended an emergency department or called an ambulance are invited to attend a research discussion group on Wed 16 June for one hour. Discussion groups will explore how people make decisions in emergency health situations. Family and friends welcome.
Venue: Monash University, Clayton
Inq: Amee Morgans, tel +613 9904 4247
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Professional Development |
| General Sir John Monash Awards |
| Australia's most prestigious postgraduate scholarships promoting excellence in learning.
Eight Awards will be made to outstanding Australians to enable them to study abroad at the world's best Universities, appropriate to their field of study. Up to AUD $150,000 over 3 years. Applications close 31 August 2004. <more> |
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| New IT alumni networks and events |
| To connect IT graduates with fellow alumni and friends in industry, the Faculty of Information Technology is setting up alumni associations and organising a program of events. <more> |
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| More mentors needed |
The Monash Alumni Association's mentoring program is seeking more alumni willing to join the association and be mentors to young Monash graduates and students. <more>
Inq: Lesley Ryall |
Events |
| Monash Alumni Association race day |
Book now for the annual 'Monash Alumni at the Races Day'. Enjoy buffet luncheon in the Trustees Room, race books and VIP parking.
When: Sat 24 July, 12 - 5:30pm
Venue: Melbourne Racing Club, Caulfield
Cost: MAAI
members $88, non-members $110
Inq: email, tel +613 9876 7576 |
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| Law Gala Dinner |
In celebration of the Law School's 40th year, a gala dinner will be held in August to acknowledge the outstanding achievements of law
graduates and pay tribute to the Australian legal
profession.
Date: Thu 19 Aug
Venue: Atlantic South Wharf, Melbourne
Inq: email, tel +613 9641 6203 |
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| Monash Ski Lodge, Mt Buller |
| Monash Sport operates a 43-bed Alpine Lodge at Mt Buller, open all year round. Alumni may book the lodge at the discounted 'affiliate' rate. <more> |
Classnotes |
| From moccasins to the UN: Kobi-Renee Leins
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Law graduate Kobi-Renee Leins has made her way from selling moccasins in a local shopping centre to processing claims for the United Nations Compensation Commission (UNCC) in Geneva, Switzerland. She discusses her unique career path and describes her experience working for a UN agency. <more>
Read more alumni profiles on the 'Classnotes' pages of the alumni website. |
Kobi-Renee Leins
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Campaigns |
| Pharmacy Appeal |
| The Victorian College of Pharmacy Foundation has launched its first Annual
Appeal. Pharmacy graduates are invitated to support teaching and research
at the College, to ensure that the College's reputation for excellence is as
strong in this century as it has been in the previous two. <download flier pdf> Inq:
Foundation Office
Giving to Monash University <more>
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