Vice-Chancellor Richard Larkins met with Monash alumni at recent functions in
Melbourne and Singapore. Professor Larkins spoke of the path that led him to take up the position
and of his vision and the challenges for the university in an increasingly global environment.
'Meet the VC' event in Melbourne Annual dinner of the Alumni Association
in Singapore
Successful
Leadership: What, Why, How
James Sarros, Professor of Management at Monash University, presented
the latest seminar in the 'Gearing for Success' series last month on
current issues and trends in leadership. Presentation
slides, audio and photos
Register
your interest for the next seminar, presented by economics graduate Margaret Jackson, Chairman of Qantas Airways.
James Sarros
Alumni recognised for work in Bali
Eight Monash University alumni were named in the special civil honours list announced last
month to recognise those who helped in the wake of the Bali bombings.
They include Lynley Huguenin (BBus/BTourism 2002) who received the Bravery Medal for assisting other victims
although she herself was badly injured in the blast. <full
list>
Economics professor awarded top honour
Monash economics professor and alumnus Peter Dixon has been awarded the highest honour for an Australian economist – the Distinguished Fellowship of the Economic Society of Australia.
<full
story>
Leading
role in TV and film industry for Monash South Africa
The film and television industry in South Africa has received a welcome boost through a new course launched at Monash,
taught by South African and Australian industry professionals. <full
story>
Consider studying at Monash South Africa <more
info>
Alumni in Silicon Valley host top Monash IT students
Five of the highest undergraduate achievers in Information Technology at Monash University have been selected to undertake an overseas internship with Macromedia Inc. Silicon
Valley, USA. <full
story>
Monash appoints new deans and deputy vice-chancellor
Monash University has appointed Professor Edwina Cornish, a
leader in biotechnology, as its new deputy vice-chancellor
for research. <full
story>
Pioneering neuroscientist Professor Edward Byrne will take up the position as dean of Medicine, Nursing and Health
Sciences, while eminent criminologist Professor Arie Freiberg will commence as dean of the Faculty of Law. <full
story>
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Study
at Monash South Africa
You may be considering a change of career direction or choosing a university for your children. Monash South Africa
offers the opportunity to obtain an international degree on a state-of-the-art campus with small classes and highly
personalised attention. Bachelor courses available: Arts, Business and Commerce,
Business Systems, Computing. <more
info>
Bachelor of Emergency Health (Paramedic)
Monash University Centre for Ambulance and Paramedic Studies is offering a new bachelor degree
in 2004. Graduates of this program will be able to seek employment with an ambulance service or other community-based emergency health agency.
Accelerated pathways are available for eligible students.
<more
info> Enq: Judy
Impey, tel +61 3 9904 4327
Monash
Short Courses Summer program
Explore 30 new courses in the Monash Short Courses Summer program, including a range of Christmas courses. Learn to make
delicious treats, or candelabras to light up your Christmas table. Monash alumni receive the concession price on all
courses. <more
info>
Employment*
Lonely Planet - Product Marketing Manager
New role, reporting to the Global Publisher. Melbourne based. Enq:work@lonelyplanet.com.au
If you are a Monash graduate and have an employment opportunity for other Monash graduates, please submit details
to the alumni
office. Positions will be listed in the next newsletter,
out 1 December, and the online jobs database.
<more
careers info>
EVENTS
Monash London Centre seminar
'A New Social Settlement: Reshaping Australian Social Policy in the Changing Areas of Work, Family and Welfare' Seminar by Professor Brian Howe, Centre for Public Policy, University of Melbourne, and Associate Professor Renate Howe, School of Social and International Studies, Deakin University.
<more info> Date: Mon 3 Nov, 5pm
Venue: Menzies Centre for Australian Studies, 28 Russell Square, London RSVP:monash@kcl.ac.uk
Institutional Challenges for the Global China
This conference brings together academics and policy–makers
across business-related disciplines, taking a broad approach
to studying China’s economic reforms. Keynote speakers
include government figures, prominent academics and
policy-makers from China, the United States and the United
Kingdom. <more info> Dates: 13-14 Nov, Melbourne Enq:Tim
Thornton
Environmental
Science 30th birthday dinner
Alumni of the graduate environmental science program are invited to
the 30th birthday celebration dinner for the Graduate School of Environmental
Science. Celebratory address by graduate Eric Bottomley (CERES)
plus a surprise presentation. Date: Wed 26 Nov, 6pm Venue: Monash University Club, Clayton Enq:email,
+61 3 9905
4624
Monash
Alumni Association end-of-year function
Monash Alumni are invited to catchup and reflect on 2003 at the annual 'End of Year Celebration'. Date: Tue 9 Dec,
6pm to 7:30pm. Venue: Victorian Club, Rialto Towers, Melbourne Enq:email,
+61 3 9876 7576
32nd
Monash Marketing Awards for Excellence 2003
Enjoy a night of fine food and entertainment whilst recognising Monash marketing student excellence.
An opportunity to interact with leading contributors to the marketing industry or acquire elite students for internship
and gradate positions. Date: Wed 10 Dec Venue: Park Hyatt Melbourne Enq: +61 3 9903 2982
Monash Marketing Alumni Octopus Lunch
Join fellow alumni and guest of honour Don Bradmore for a
celebratory Christmas lunch on Fri 28 Nov. Venue: Fenix, Richmond, Melbourne Enq: email,
+613 9876 7576
Human
Rights 2003: The Year in Review
A one-day conference held by the Castan Centre for Human Rights Law
that aims to update practitioners (legal profession, governments,
NGOs and community organisations), academics and students on key human rights law developments over the
past year. <more
info> Date: Thu 4 Dec Venue: CUB Malthouse, Southbank, Melbourne Enq:Kay
Magnani, tel +61 3 9904 4366
Inaugural
alumni tour to Tuscany and the Cinque Terre
Experience this remarkable part of the Mediterranean, guided by
experts including Prof. Bill Kent, a leading scholar of Medieval and Renaissance Italy. Tour
commences at the Monash Centre in Prato, near Florence. <more
info> <download
itinerary (pdf)> Dates: 9-24 Oct 2004 Enq:email
Alumni Office
CAMPAIGNS & APPEALS
Equity-based scholarship programs
Monash University equity-based scholarship programs provide
financial assistance to students who exhibit academic
potential and motivation but lack the support necessary to
cope with the financial challenges of living and studying. <more
info>
If you would like to find out more about giving to Monash,
please contact Sara
Kelly, tel + 613 9905 9957
'At Monash'
next edition: 1 December
*Disclaimer: Monash University accepts no responsibility for
accuracy or completeness of employment information contributed
by Monash alumni. Potential applicants should obtain full
information from the employing organisation.