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	Mid year study entry
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	Alumni Association
	Business Breakfast

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July 2003

Alumni privileges for new graduates

With a Monash degree or diploma you are entitled to a wide range of privileges including library access, short course discounts, career services, networking opportunities and invitations to events. <more info>

You may also consider joining an alumni network in your country or area of interest to keep in touch with your classmates and make new contacts. Online directory coming soon.

Keep your contact details updated with us and we'll stay in touch with you via 'Monash Magazine' twice a year and 'At Monash' e-newsletter monthly, offering the latest news and opportunities for Monash alumni. www.alumni.monash.edu

LATEST NEWS

Antarctic adventurer

Joe Johnson

Arts graduate Joe Johnson (BA, MA) has experienced being trapped in ice for over a month and endured some of the coldest temperatures ever recorded at sea-level. His research and involvement with Antarctica has earned him prestigious positions and awards, including the Australian Antarctic Medal. <full story>

Nation's top honour for Monash graduate

Margaret Jackson

Monash graduate and Qantas chair Dr Margaret Jackson has received the nation's highest award - Companion in the Order of Australia (AC) - in the 2003 Queen's Birthday Honours.
<full story>

Congratulations to all Monash graduates who received awards. <full list>

Margaret Jackson

Monash student Young Victorian of the Year

Law/Science student Mr Hugh Evans has been named 2003 Young Victorian of the Year, recognising his passion for helping the poor. <full story>

Online database access for alumni

Monash alumni around the world will be able to access Proquest online databases as part of a six-month trial commencing mid-July. The databases offer full-text research materials from a broad range of disciplines including business, law, sciences, medicine, social sciences, education, pharmacy and engineering. <more info>

Event roundup: How to become 'Australia's Most Wanted'

"Identify and live your values - people want people who are authentic" was one tip presented by alumnus and executive coach Barbara Wilby at the recent Gearing for Success breakfast.
Listen to Barbara's presentation and view event photos.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Career Start 2003 for jobseekers

Attend the MONSEACS Career Start Program, 15-17 July. Open to new graduates from all disciplines entering the labour market, this interactive program offers instruction in job searching and effectively marketing your skills to employers, in writing and at interview. Expand your knowledge of recruitment practices and build confidence in your job applications.
Dates: 15-17 July
Venue: Monash Clayton campus, Melbourne
Enq: +613 9905 3151 <more info>

Monash mid-year entry

Thinking of continuing your studies at Monash in 2003? Undergraduate and postgraduate study opportunities are currently available in many areas. <more info>

Need a copy of your academic transcript?

Monash Alumni Association Inc. (MAAI)

Melbourne-based graduates are invited to join MAAI, the Monash Alumni Association run by alumni for alumni. Member benefits include mentoring, networking events (such as Business Breakfast below), community development grants and special offers on accommodation, travel and entertainment. <more info>
Enq: +61 3 9876 7576, info@monashalumni.com

Business Breakfast: 'Winning strategies for getting the job you want'

Monash Alumni Assoc. Inc present a business breakfast with Arts and Education graduate, Kathy Townsend. Presentation includes tips for changing direction mid-career.
Date: Tue 19 Aug, 7.30am
Venue: Victorian Club, Rialto South Tower, Melbourne
Cost: MAAI members no charge / guests $25
Enq/Bookings: +61 3 9876 7576 <more info>

Monash Book Club

Ever finish a book and wish you had someone to discuss it with? A new book club run by Monash Short Courses will meet monthly to discuss fiction and non-fiction works from Australian and international writers. <more info>

Employment

If you are a Monash graduate and have an employment opportunity for other Monash graduates, please submit details to the alumni office. Include position title, name of organisation, a web link and contact details. Positions will be listed in the next newsletter, distributed 4 August and the online jobs database. <more careers info>

EVENTS

Alexander Downer to launch Monash Institute for the Study of Global Movements

Monash University Institute for the Study of Global Movements will be launched by The Hon. Alexander Downer MP, Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs. Guest speakers include Bob Rowthorn (Cambridge), ethicist Peter Singer (Princeton) and Tan Sri Musa bin Hitam, former Deputy Prime Minister, Malaysia. <more info>
Alumni and guests are welcome to attend.
Date: Thu 24 July, 12 noon
Venue: Windsor Hotel, Melbourne
Cost: A$150 (full conference program)
Enq: Irene Thavarajah, tel +61 3 9905 1344

Bell Shakespeare company: 'The Servant of Two Masters'

Set in romantic 18th Century Venice, this comic play is a celebration of the underdog triumphing over adversity amidst disguise, deception, love and longing.
Date: 15 - 16 July
Venue: Alexander Theatre, Monash University, Clayton
Cost: Alumni $30/$26, Guests $35/$30
Enq/Bookings: +61 3 9905 1111 <more info>

CAMPAIGNS & APPEALS

Annual Appeal Phonathon

Over two weekends in June, Monash students telephoned over 2,000 Monash graduates asking for donations to the University. The areas of need highlighted were libraries, equity-based scholarships and research. In addition to some interesting conversations, many generous gifts were made or pledged over the phone.
If you would like to contribute to this year's Annual Appeal please visit the website or contact Sara Kelly, tel + 61 3 9905 9957

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