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UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS WINS 2004 KIRIYAMA PRIZE
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Mrs Inga Clendinnen has been awarded the 8th annual Kiriyama Prize for her book exploring the first years of European settlement in New South Wales, "Dancing with Strangers". The Kiriyama Prize is awarded annually in recognition of outstanding books that promote greater understanding of Pacific Rim nations and the South Asian subcontinent.
Inga studied at the University of Melbourne, graduating in 1966 with a Bachelor of Arts(Hons). She then went on to complete a Masters degree in 1972. Mrs Clendinnen has received numerous awards for her writing. In 1999 she was awarded the New York Times Best Book of the Year for "Reading the Holocaust".
Mrs Clendinnen shares the Kiriyama Prize with novelist Shan Sa who was also awarded for her book "The Girl Who Played Go". The two authors will share equally in the US$30,000 cash award.
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Alumni News
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GRADUATE PROFILE
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MR GEORGE MANUHU
This edition, GradNet @ Melbourne profiles Mr George Manuhu (Master of Laws 2003) who is currently an Acting Judge in the National Court of Papua New Guinea. Mr Manuhu shares his insights into his time at the University, his career highlights and the Papua New Guinea law system.
Visit the Alumni @ Melbourne website to read more...
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HAVE YOUR PROFILE PUBLISHED ONLINE
The Alumni Program is seeking profiles from its Alumni to include on the Alumni @ Melbourne website and in future editions of GradNet @ Melbourne. If you would like to be profiled submit your profile
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Uni News
EDUCATION RESEARCH GROUP WINS $4.8 MILLION PROJECT TO TRACK PROGRESS OF SCHOOL LEAVERS
Researchers in the Faculty of Education at the University of Melbourne have been awarded a Victorian State Government project worth $4.8 million to track the progress of 48,000 school leavers over the next five years.
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CREATING PATHWAYS TO HIGHER EDUCATION FOR COUNTRY STUDENTS
Research has shown that it is possible to alleviate some of the problems faced by school-leavers from rural and regional areas in the transition from secondary school to University.
Read more...
BUSINESS STUDENT TEAM SHOWS WINNING STYLE
A University of Melbourne student team has won the annual Scotiabank International Case Competition at the Richard Ivey School of Business in London, Ontario, Canada.
Read more...
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Faculty and Department News
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FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING AND PLANNING
* There are a number of interesting lectures planned for the 2004 Dean's Lecture Series. A special lecture is scheduled for Tuesday 6 April. Read more...
* Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning website
FACULTY OF ARTS
* Faculty of Arts website
FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND COMMERCE
* Young Alumni Drinks: Commerce alumnus Mary Wooldridge will be sharing her thoughts on careers success on Tuesday April 27, 6-8pm. Green Cat Foyer, KPMG House, 161 Collins Street. RSVP for catering purposes to Ghislaine Lowry
*Faculty of Economics and Commerce website
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
* The Faculty of Education will host the Melbourne Education Awards Ceremony on Thursday May 27 at the Sidney Myer Asia Centre, 5.15pm. This is an invitation only event. Enquiries should be directed to Samantha Morgan
* Faculty of Education website
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
* A Research and Innovation Fair will be held on Friday May 7.
Read more...
* Faculty of Engineering website
* E-newsletter
FACULTY OF LAW
* There are a number of upcoming reunions scheduled in 2004. On Thursday April 22 there will be a luncheon for 1954 graduates and associates.
Read more...
* The Honourable Justic Michael Kirby AC CMG will present a public address on Thursday, 15 April to mark the retirement of The Honourable Alastair Nicholson AO RFD, Chief Justice of the Family Court of Australia.
Read more...
* Faculty of Law website
FACULTY OF MEDICINE, DENTISTRY AND HEALTH SCIENCES
* The Dean's Lecture Series will be taking place throughout 2004. Lectures are held on Tuesdays from 6 - 7pm in the Sunderland Lecture Theatre, Medical Building. Read more...
* Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health website
FACULTY OF MUSIC
* The Faculty of Music regularly organizes a variety of concerts each year. The next free lunch time concert will be held on Monday April5. Read more...
* The University of Melbourne Orchestra will be performing on Tuesday April 6.Read more...
* Faculty of Music website
MELBOURNE BUSINESS SCHOOL
* On Wednesday 7 April MBS will present a public lecture entitled: "Tortoise or Hare? Study of Speed Resolution in On-Line disputes". Read more...
* E-newsletter
* MBS Website
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
* The Department of Genetics has a number of lectures scheduled for 2004. For a comprehensive list visit the Genetics website
* The Faculty of Science website
FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
* E-newsletter
* Faculty of Veterinary Science website
INSTITUTE OF FOOD AND LAND RESOURCES
* The schedule for the 2004 Gilbert Chandler Postgraduate Seminar Series is now available online. Read more...
* ILFR website
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College News
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GRADUATE HOUSE
Graduate House holds regular monthly social events, such as the 'Gradlinks' social night, the 'Solos' social night, and the 'Women's Forum'. Further information and a calendar of events can be obtained by phoning Graduate House on (03) 9347 3428, or checking the website at:http://www.graduatehouse.com.au
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Research @ Melbourne
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DISCOVERY OF ANCIENT PROTEIN YIELDS CLUES TO EVOLUTION
University of Melbourne scientists have discovered an ancient protein which is providing new clues to understanding some of the earliest steps in the evolution of life.
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HONORARY DEGREES AWARDED TO ROBIN BATTERHAM AND DON GRANT
Australia's Chief Scientist, Dr Robin Batterham, and world leading surveyor, University of Melbourne Professorial Associate (Geomatics) Donald Grant, have been awarded honorary degrees by the University.
Read more...
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Careers and Opportunities
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SPECIAL BANKING OFFER FOR STUDENTS AND GRADUATES
Members and Education Credit Union Limited offers banking solutions specifically designed with students and graduates in mind. You'll have access to discounts on current goGreen Car Loan™ and personal loan interest rates, a $50 voucher which can be used as payment towards your mecu loan or motor vehicle insurance, and discounts on travel and travel insurance through Diploma Travel. To find out more call 132 888 or visit
http://www.mecu.com.au
LOOKING FOR STAFF?
Careers Online jobs database is a free service offered by Careers & Employment at the University of Melbourne. All types of employment vacancies can be lodged on the system. With over 14,000 students accessing the database each week, it is a great way to target your recruitment campaign.
Find out more...
LOOKING FOR A JOB?
Alumni who graduated from the University of Melbourne can access Careers & Employment's jobs database Careers Online to search for employment opportunities. In 2003, over 5,500 advertisements and 20,000 positions were lodged on the system. If you graduated during the past twelve months please access the database by going to
Careers Online...
If you graduated more than twelve months ago please click here...
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Melbourne Events
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MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY AND ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BUSH WALKERS
The next walk for 2004 is scheduled for April 17, at 9am. The walk will cover Mt Tanglefoot. For further details please contact
Ms Bee Ng.
GEORGE PATON GALLERY EXHIBITIONS
"Burning Clouds and Leaping Glaciers" is an exhibition on volcanoes featuring volcanic rocks from the Earth Science collection. It is on display until March 31. "A Concrete Path" is a two dimensional re-enactment of the construction of fictional artwork and is on display until April 8. Enquiries: (03) 8344 5418.
Public Lectures
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Complete details of upcoming public lectures can be found at:
http://www.unimelb.edu.au/ExtRels/PubLectures/
EXPLORING MEDICINE THROUGH BLACK EYES
Presented by the Centre for the Study of Health and Society. Speaker: Gregory Phillips. Thursday April 1 2004, 1pm.
Read more...
FROM STREET TO RESTAURANT: COMBATING YOUTH POVERTY IN VIETNAM
Jimmy Pham, Vietnam's answer to Jamie Oliver, will discuss how he is breaking the cycle of poverty for street children through KOTO (Know One Teach One) Vietnam. Wednesday March 31 2004, 6pm. Sidney Myer Asia Centre.
Read more...
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Other Events
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FUTURE SUMMIT 2004
Created as an annual event, the Future Summit will bring together around 250 business, political, academic community and media leaders to discuss in an integrated and outcome-oriented way the key issues facing the future of Australia. The theme for this year's Summit is 'Confronting Australia's Challenges'. Visit the
Future Summit website for more details.
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