The Deakin Times - June issue
Dear Deakin Alumni member,
Welcome to the 2011 June issue of The Deakin Times - your monthly Alumni e-news service. For recent past issues visit The Deakin Times.
For all enquiries or to send feedback about anything contained in this issue contact the Central Alumni Office.
Regards,
Central Alumni Office team
Deakin University
Deakin Alumni Community news
Deakin Alumni Community Awards – FINAL CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
The new Deakin University Alumni Community Awards will be awarded for the first time during tri-semester 2, 2011 and you are invited to nominate Alumni members for these Awards. Deakin’s Alumni Community Awards aim to recognise, acknowledge and promote prominent Alumni around the world who have achieved outstanding success. For more information and nomination forms visit Deakin University Alumni Awards. NOMINATIONS CLOSE 30 JUNE 2011.
Alumni in the news
Deakin graduate Dr Alex Bremner (2001) has recently received a prestigious award in the United States recognising his published work in architectural history. The Master of Architecture graduate was presented with the Founders' Award Prize by the Society of Architectural Historians in New Orleans. Read more.
The Port Campbell Community Group Inc has received a Finalist Award in the Victorian Coastal Awards for Excellence 2011 in recognition for the group’s efforts and leadership in conserving and protecting Port Campbell headland’s natural and cultural assets. Members of the PCCG Executive include Deakin Alumni Terry Swanson (2007), Dr Marion Manifold (2002) and current Deakin staff member Don Swanson.
Deakin University Residences Chapter
Have you been a Deakin residence student at any of our campus locations and want to reconnect with the friends you made? We are interested in starting a Deakin Residences Alumni Chapter. Please contact dorianne.lyons@deakin.edu.au for more details and to register your interest.
International Symposium on Regulating OHS for Precarious Workers
The Deakin Graduate School of Business invites Alumni to attend this international symposium to be held on 17 June 2011 at Deakin University Melbourne City Centre, Level 3, 550 Bourke Street Melbourne from 9.30am – 4.30pm. For more information, including guest speakers, cost and how to register visit DGSB OHS Symposium.
Deakin author
Congratulations to Dr Greg Chapman (1991), who has just released his latest book, Price: How Your Can Charge More Without Losing Sales. Published by Empower Business Solutions, this book can be ordered from www.IncreaseYourPrices.com.au.
Class reunions
Burwood Teachers College Reunion - commencing class of 1961
From 1pm-5pm, Saturday 23 July 2011, Room B- HD3.008 (Multipurpose rooms), Melbourne Burwood Campus, Deakin University 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood Victoria
Alumni from the commencing BTC class of 1961 are invited to catch up and share memories and experiences with other classmates at this 50 year reunion. Please register your interest with event coordinators at m.leivesley@optusnet.com.au.
Geelong Nursing Alumni - class of 1991
Your nursing classmates will be holding a reunion to celebrate 20 years since graduation at the end of 2011 (date and venue to be advised). If you or someone you know studied nursing at Deakin from 1989-1991, you are encouraged to contact reunion coordinator Anne Welsh (nee Zalevski) at annekwelsh@gmail.com.
Top Deakin University news stories
Women may shop, but are retailers fit to serve, asks Deakin academic
Research finds fishers less aware of mental health issues than farmers
Efforts to address drunkenness and intoxication get lost in translation
Deakin University study to reveal exactly what is involved in being a sports coach
For more Deakin news visit Deakin University Newsroom.
Events – what’s coming up?
Deakin London Alumni Networking evening
From 6pm, Thursday 9 June 2011, The Langham Hotel, Regent Street, 1C Portland London, UK W1B 1JA
Deakin University Pro Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Business and Law, Professor Gael McDonald, invites all Deakin Alumni living in the United Kingdom, along with your guest to our first London-based Alumni networking event. Dress code is business attire. For more information or to RSVP email bl-event@deakin.edu.au.
2011 Brookes Oration
From 5.45pm, Thursday 23 June 2011, La Trobe Ballroom, Sofitel Melbourne On Collins 2nd Floor, 25 Collins Street, Melbourne Victoria
The Deakin Graduate School of Business and the Deakin MBA Alumni Chapter cordially invites all Business and Law Alumni to the 2011 Brookes Oration. To be proceeded by drinks and canapés from 5.45pm at the Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, the Brookes Oration will then follow at 6.15pm. Entitled The Future of Business – a 2011 Perspective, the Brookes Oration this year will be presented by 2011 Australian of the Year, Simon McKeon. RSVPs are essential by 15 June 2011 via samantha.hein@deakin.edu.au. For more information download an information flyer at 2011 Brookes Oration.
Nuclear, wind, solar, geothermal and clean coal – challenges in the transformation of Australia into a lower emissions economy? - Professional Development Seminar
From 6pm, Wednesday 28 June 2011, Deakin University City Centre Level 3, 550 Bourke Street, Melbourne Victoria
The Deakin Commerce Alumni Chapter invites you to attend this event where Mr Gustavo Gomberg, Associate Director at KPMG will discuss the ever changing political and economic debate as to whether Australia will become a ‘clean energy’ nation. The seminar will be followed by drinks and canapés, so you can network with other Deakin Alumni and staff. RSVPs essential via commerce-alumni@deakin.edu.au by 17 June 2011.
Following Leading Professionals - Seminar and Networking Evening
6.30pm-8.45pm, Monday 4 July 2011, Hyatt Hotel Canberra, Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla ACT
Presented by Mr Don Lowe, Principal of Humanoeurve, you will learn about the qualities that an effective leader must possess to be a successful manager. You will learn about how to develop your communication and motivation skills to obtain better results from staff to improve overall productivity. The seminar will be followed by drinks and canapés. You are welcome to bring along a guest. RSVPs are essential as places are limited. To RSVP email deakin-alumni@deakin.edu.au.
Upcoming interstate Alumni events 2011
4 July 2011 – Canberra ACT @ Hyatt Hotel Canberra
8 August 2011 – Sydney NSW @ Intercontinental Hotel Sydney
31 October 2011 – Hobart Tasmania @ Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
28 November 2011 – Brisbane QLD @ Royal on the Park Brisbane
Visit Alumni events calendar for details about these and other upcoming events.
Alumni services and benefits
Job interview assistance tool online
InterviewGold is a free online job interview simulation tool that provides customised interview training. Learn or take a refresher on how to prepare for all stages of the job interview process. This great new resource is aimed at Alumni at any stage of their career. Visit InterviewGold to access the service.
Geelong Performing Arts Centre (GPAC)
GPAC offers Deakin Alumni an exclusive opportunity to access tickets to a great range of shows as part of the Alcoa Theatre Season and Shaken & Stirred programs at up to 40% off full adult prices. For more information visit GPAC Deakin Alumni discount.
Discount Ambulance Victoria membership
Deakin Alumni receive 10% off Ambulance Membership (first year only) when joining via EASY Pay (direct debit). As a member, you will also receive a 10% discount on first aid kits purchased through Ambulance Victoria. For more information visit Ambulance Victoria Alumni discount.
Take up the benefits of Deakin Alumni membership
Deakin Alumni members have access to one of the best packages of Alumni benefits from any Australian university. Your member benefits include: professional networking opportunities, student mentoring, discount library membership (free for the first year), Alumni Business Directory, career development services, invitations to social events, lifelong learning opportunities, access to more than 20 different company discounts and online news services and social media.
To access your full range of services and benefits visit Deakin Alumni benefits.
Alumni in the spotlight
This month we catch up with two outstanding Alumni enjoying flourishing careers in law and literature.
Amanda Sommerville - Bachelor of Laws 2011
Fiona McCallum - Bachelor of Arts (Professional Writing) 2000
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