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AT MONASHThe Monash University Alumni Newsletter, March 2004 News | Professional development | Events | Classnotes | Campaigns | Subscribe Interns learn at the cutting edge
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Research leads to new understanding of dryland salinityMonash University research is refining the way we understand and manage dryland salinity, one of Australia's most pressing environmental problems. <more> Research into problematic internet use and poker machine gamblingGraduates are invited to participate in postgraduate research into problematic internet use and poker machine gambling. <more> 2004 Monash Performing Arts ProgramTreat yourself to a season at the theatre this year! Monash graduates can purchase concession price tickets to all subscription packages and individual shows. This year's program includes a Japanese 'wadaiko' drumming spectacular, 'Ruby Moon' a new work from the Playbox Theatre Company, and a Bell Shakespeare production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. Productions held at Alexander Theatre, Clayton campus. <more> Under the volcanoIf you have ever wondered just how a volcano is formed and what goes on under the ground when one erupts, the latest Monash Science Centre exhibition will give you the answers. <more> Monash Environmental AlumniCalling for MEA Classnotes - where has your Monash qualification taken you? Send us your news and we'll post it on the website and in the next MEA newsletter. Please include your full name and degree. email the Alumni Office Nicholas Simeon Aleksiuk Environmental Fellowship Join the Monash Alumni Association Run by alumni for alumni. By joining the Monash Alumni Association, Victorian based graduates can access privileges and benefits beyond those already offered to alumni: Professional developmentNew short courses at Monash ITOver 150 courses on offer in Melbourne city and Caulfield locations. Technical and non-technical short courses specifically designed for IT professionals and corporations who need to upskill for upcoming projects, including Project Management, Business Intelligence and IT Security. Course details and brochure: Monash IT website Inq: email, tel +613 8622 8900. Thinking of becoming a lawyer?Monash Law School's unique Master of Law (Legal Practice, Skills and Ethics) provides non-law graduates with the necessary theoretical and practical legal training that leads directly to admission to practice as a lawyer. This intensive program allows you to work while studying and is taught by leading industry practitioners at the Melbourne city based Monash Law Chambers. Apply now for the August intake or attend an Information Evening on Wed 30 Mar, 6.30-8pm, Monash University Law Chambers, 472 Bourke Street Melbourne. <more> Inq: email, tel +613 9641 6220. Mentoring ProgramsThe Monash Alumni Mentoring Program will provide even more opportunities for mentors and mentees to participate through a 3 month partnering in 2004. New mentees and mentors from a wide range of industries and disciplines are encouraged to join. The program is also actively encouraging final year students to be mentored by alumni to support the transition from academic to professional life. <more> Inq: email, tel 9876 7576 Law Mentor Scheme Community Development Grants If you are involved in a community development project, want to build your skills to become a community leader, or see an opportunity to make a difference as a volunteer in your local community, consider joining the Monash Alumni Association and applying for a Community Development grant. The program is designed to help alumni 'give something back' by working with local communities in need. Monash Short Courses Monash Short Courses Centre Semester 1 brochure is out now. All Monash graduates are eligible for the concession price. Upcoming courses include: EventsLunch with Margaret Jackson AC Hear prominent Monash alumna Margaret Jackson, Qantas Chairman, at a special 'Gearing for Success' series lunch. Margaret will speak on managing a major company in uncertain times and overcoming the challenges she has faced in corporate Australia. Medical Alumni Inaugural Golf DayJoin your Monash MBBS colleagues in a friendly round of golf at the Medical Alumni Inaugural Golf Day, Fri 26 March, 12 to 7pm, Metropolitan Golf Club, Melbourne. Inq: +61 3 9562 7455, email or download the registration form (pdf). Chancellor's Cup Golf Day The Monash Alumni Association are holding the annual Chancellor's Cup Golf Day at renowned Melbourne sand belt course, Kingston Heath on Tues 30 March. Tee off at 7:30am. Day includes 18 holes, Club House luncheon and trophy presentation. ClassnotesDr Ng Kah Ming
More Classnotes on the website CampaignsGiving to Monash University makes all the difference to our students - today and into the future. A number of current projects and appeals need your support. <more> On the website: Alumni home page | Update address | Malaysian edition | Past editions |
Five Monash IT students have recently completed internships in the heart of the global technology industry, in a program established with the support of Monash graduate and Macromedia Vice-President Al Ramadan.
Monash alumni and friends in London turned out in force to
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A harpsichordist and conductor involved in researching, directing and performing Baroque and Renaissance music, Monash engineering graduate Dr Ng is also the course co-ordinator and lecturer in Early Music Studies at the Faculty of Music, Oxford University. <