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29 March 2006

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University news

New agreement builds stem cell knowledge
Monash has entered into a tripartite agreement with the Australian Stem Cell Centre and Norwood Immunology to develop new technology combining immune system research and stem cell knowledge.

Professor de Kretser farewelled
Victoria's Governor designate, Professor David de Kretser, AO, has been feted and farewelled by many friends and colleagues from across Monash as his time at the university draws to a close.

Faculty news

Monash student design in national spotlight
Monash industrial design graduate Ms Maria Raciti has made the final cut in Australia's leading student design awards for an invention to streamline the way emergency medical staff work in the field.

>>More faculty news

• First IT honours students at Monash South Africa
• Impact of depression brought home to Peninsula community

Community news

Alumnus represents Malaysia at Korean Film Forum
A Monash University alumnus has been chosen to represent Malaysia at an Asian Young Filmmakers Forum in Korea.

Monash South Africa's third graduation
Seventy-three students were awarded undergraduate and postgraduate degrees last month at a Monash South Africa graduation ceremony at Monte Casino in Fourways, Sandton.

Events

Rare books exhibition - 'The home'
This exhibition examines the home in the context of architectural and social history, particularly focussing on twentieth century Australian experience.  Books and magazines displayed include plans, construction advice, and interior and exterior designs from past eras, especially from the post war 1950s period.

Monash campuses in harmony
Monash University joined the national celebrations for Harmony Day on 21 March, with staff and students enjoying activities at the Clayton and Caulfield campuses.