Deakin Matters

'Deakin Matters' is a Deakin sponsored radio program, broadcast weekly from the studios of 94.7 The Pulse in Geelong. It features interviews and discussions with Deakin academic staff and students past and present on a wide range of topics, including latest research and current affairs.

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Some of the 'Deakin Matters' recordings available

Alumni in profile: Cristy Burne, Master of Arts (Professional Communication) 2007 and Graduate Certificate of Professional Writing 2004. Multi-award winning writer Cristy Burne has travelled the world combining her passion for writing with her work as an Outreach Coordinator. In this discussion she shares some of her adventures.

Dr Julianne Lynch is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at Deakin University. In this discussion Dr Lynch shares some recent research in to the use of iPad technology to support literacy education in lower primary classrooms.

Professor Russell Tytler, Chair in Science Education within Deakin's School of Education examines new thinking surrounding the teaching of Science in Australian schools.

Dr. Sally Totman is Associate Head Of School (Teaching & Learning) within Deakin's School of International and Political Studies. In this discussion, Dr Totman discusses events evolving in Libya.

An interview with Deakin's Vice Chancellor Professor Jane den Hollander, recorded on March 29, 2011. Professor den Hollander, shares some of her professional experiences before arriving at Deakin, her thoughts on the role of women in leadership, her impressions of Deakin, and the city of Geelong, as well as some insights in to her future visions for the University.