Graduation - past ceremonies
Friday, 11 April 2008 at 3pm
Warrnambool Entertainment Centre
Faculty of Arts and Education (Arts Courses) Faculty of Health, Medicine, Nursing and Behavioural Sciences Faculty of Science and Technology
Stage Party
The Chancellor Mr David Morgan presided, assisted by the Vice-Chancellor Professor Sally Walker.
The MC was the Vice-President and Council Secretary, Ms Lin Martin.
The Mace-bearer was Mr Dale Warren.
The Faculty representative was Associate Professor Kevin O'Toole.
Presenters were:
Dean, Faculty of Arts and Education, Professor Joan Beaumont;
Head of School (Psychology), Professor Joe Graffam;
Interim Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology, Professor Chris Gray;
Chair of Academic Board, Professor Philomena Leung.
The Student Response was delivered by Dr David Francis.
The Mayoral Address was delivered by Cr Ken Gale, Mayor, Shire of Moyne.
Doctoral Degree Recipients
Dr Alistair Becker - Thesis Title: "Fish Use of Flooded Margins of an Intermittently Open Estuary."
Summary
Fish communities in the shallow flooded margins of an intermittently open estuary were examined over an 18 month period. A distinct shift in the fish assemblage occurred when the mouth of the estuary closed and was associated with changes in the hydro-period, food availability and physico-chemical changes in the main channel.
Dr David Francis- Thesis Title: "Impacts of Fish Oil Replacement in Murray Cod Nutrition."
Summary
Fish oil use in aquaculture feeds is an unsustainable practice. This study investigated the efficacy of vegetable oil inclusion on the growth, fatty acid composition and lipid metabolism of Murray cod. Results indicate that fish oil can be substituted only partially without compromising fish growth and final quality.
Dr Vincent Versace- Thesis Title: "Influence of land cover on water resources: a case study."
Summary
The influence of land cover on water quality and quantity was examined using a multidisciplinary approach that integrated land use maps, historical databases, and statistical modelling. Systematic changes in the Glenelg Hopkins landscape were identified, in addition to a relationship between greater proportions of vegetation and better water quality.
Alfred Deakin Medal Recipient
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Ms Penny Miller - Bachelor of Environmental Science (Marine Biology) with Distinction.
These Medals are awarded annually to candidates with a record of outstanding scholarship as well as service to the community and the University.
The awards are named in honour of Alfred Deakin after whom this University is named and were an initiative introduced by the University to commemorate the life of Alfred Deakin.
Occasional Address
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The Occasional Address (ilecture recording - requires broadband) was delivered by Mr John Osborne.
Mr John Osborne joined Alcoa, the world's leading producer and manager of primary aluminum, fabricated aluminum and alumina facilities in 1979 as a graduate mechanical engineer. Since then he has completed a variety of engineering, manufacturing and maintenance roles at a number of locations across Victoria.
His current role as Operations Manager for Portland Aluminium sees him responsible for leading the operations of the site in South West Victoria, which generates approximate 352,000 tonnes of aluminium per year.
Mr Osborne was previously Operations Manager at the Point Henry Smelter in Geelong a position he held for three years until he transferred to Portland Aluminium in 2004.
With a keen interest in organisational development, Mr Osborne has been instrumental in the development of enterprise bargaining agreements, work and family policies and developmental training for his employees.
Mr Osborne is involved in a number of community and industry initiatives and is a member of the Lake Condah Sustainability Project Leadership Group, a board member for United Way Glenelg and a member of the Community Leaders' Group for Deakin University's Warrnambool Campus.
Mr Osborne is committed to professional development and life long learning and is currently completing a Masters Degree in Organisation Dynamics.
