At Monash: Past Editions

May 2002

Welcome to the monthly Monash University Alumni email newsletter.

NEWS FROM MONASH
1.1 Monash Malaysia to outgrow current location
1.2 Monash professor appointed as founding dean at Canadian university
1.3 New extension opens Japanese-style
1.4 Success in better handling of child abuse cases

EVENTS
2.1 Melbourne - May 8: The Vice-Chancellor's Debate, Stem cell research
2.2 KL - May 8-9: Monash University Malaysia Career Fair 2002
2.3 Prato and London - May 17-18 and May 21: MAI Seminar, 'September 11'
2.4 Melbourne - June 3: Tribute to Sir Louis Matheson KBE MBE CMG
2.5 Melbourne - June 3: Lecture, Senator Aden Ridgeway on Mabo
2.6 Prato - Jul 2-5: Conference, Internat. Institute of Forensic Studies
2.7 London - Jul 11: Alumni event
2.8 Melbourne - Jul 16: Monash Governance Research Unit Launch/Lecture
2.9 Melbourne - Sep 5-7: Aust. Universities Internat. Alumni Convention
2.10 Prato - 2003: International Medical Conference

ALUMNI NEWS
3.1 'Falcon' wins national science/technology award
3.2 IT alumnus a clear winner
3.3 Use of Monash Malaysia library facilities extended to alumni
3.4 Monash graduate wins national design prize for 'Goldie'
3.5 Comp Sci and Software Engineering graduates - information service
3.6 2002 Civil Engineering Alumnus award - download nomination form

OPINION
4.1 'Peace and Security in the Middle East?' by Dr Shahram Akbarzadeh

FURTHER STUDY
5.1 The Monash MBA
5.2 New forensic accounting degree course begins in July

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
6.1 Monash University Malaysia Scholarships

CAMPAIGNS AND APPEALS
7.1 Supporting Monash

CONTACT THE ALUMNI OFFICE
8.1 Update your contact details online
8.2 We welcome your comments, suggestions and questions

NEWS FROM MONASH

1.1 MONASH MALAYSIA TO OUTGROW CURRENT LOCATION

Monash University Malaysia has experienced exceptional growth -
increasing its student population by almost seven times within its first
four years of operation. The Vice-Chancellor of Monash University
Professor David Robinson said that at this rate Monash University
Malaysia could shortly become the third largest campus of the
university. For more information, see
http://www-pso.adm.monash.edu.au/news/Story.asp?ID=567&SortType=1

1.2 MONASH PROFESSOR APPOINTED AS FOUNDING DEAN AT CANADIAN UNIVERSITY

Monash University's Professor Roger Strasser has been appointed as
founding Dean of the Northern Ontario Medical School at Laurentian
University and Lakehead University, Canada. Professor Strasser's
appointment follows a long and distinguished association with Monash
University that has seen him emerge as a pioneer of rural health as a
discreet clinical and academic discipline. For more information, see
http://www-pso.adm.monash.edu.au/news/Story.asp?ID=573&SortType=1

1.3 NEW EXTENSION OPENS JAPANESE-STYLE

With Japanese drums beating in the background, guests were welcomed to
the official opening of the Japanese Studies Centre building extension
last month. Japanese deputy consul-general Mr Hajime Nishimura and other
consular staff joined representatives of the Japanese business
community, key Monash figures and academics from across Melbourne at the
opening. For more information, see
http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/monmemo/memo12_02/item02.html

1.4 SUCCESS IN BETTER HANDLING OF CHILD ABUSE CASES

A world-first pilot project for managing Family Court child custody and
access disputes where child abuse allegations are involved has been an
outstanding success, according to a Monash University study. Project
Magellan, an innovative, experimental program based on a model devised
by Monash researchers, was introduced by the Family Court of Australia
in 1998 with the aim of improving the handling of child abuses cases in
the Court. For more information, see
http://www-pso.adm.monash.edu.au/news/Story.asp?ID=571&SortType=1

EVENTS

2.1 THE VICE-CHANCELLOR'S DEBATE, STEM CELL RESEARCH

The Monash Association of Debaters (MAD) invites you to attend the
annual 'Vice-Chancellor's Debate', from 6.30 pm, May 8, at South 1
Lecture Theatre, Monash University, Clayton Campus. Topic: 'That human
embryos should be used for stem cell research'. For the Affirmative:
Angela Ballantyne, Masters in Bioethics Candidate; Dr Alan Trounson,
Monash Institute for Research and Development; and Professor Julian
Savulescu, Murdoch Children's Research Institute. For the Negative:
Margaret Tighe, Right to Life; Dr. Nick Tonti-Filippini, Bioethicist;
and Anna Krohn, Bioethics educator. A question/answer session follows
this free event. For more information, contact MAD +61 3 9905 1509 or
Jasmine Moseley 0411 148 172.

2.2 MONASH UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA CAREER FAIR 2002

The Monash University Malaysia Career Fair 2002 will be held on 8 and 9
May, at the Monash Malaysia campus. For information about participating
as a graduate seeking employment or as a prospective employer, contact
ivy.cheong@adm.monash.edu.my

2.3 MAI SEMINAR, 'SEPTEMBER 11'

The Monash Asia Institute is leading a group scholars and experts
for roundtable discussions about security in the Asia Pacific and its
global implications at the Monash Centre Prato, Italy, 17-18 May, and
at the Monash Centre London, 21 May. The discussions will focus on the
impact of 9/11 on South Asia (the Indian subcontinent) and the changing
security scenario in China. For more information, see
http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/mai/

2.4 TRIBUTE TO SIR LOUIS MATHESON KBE MBE CMG

A ceremony will be held in the Robert Blackwood Hall, Clayton Campus,
from 4 pm, 3 June, to pay tribute to Sir Louis Matheson KBE MBE CMG,
foundation Vice-Chancellor (1960-1976) of Monash University. Sir Louis
passed away on 27 March 2002. Alumni interested in attending the
ceremony should contact Adriana Frescura on +61 3 9905 9002 or
email Adriana.Frescura@adm.monash.edu.au

2.5 LECTURE, SENATOR ADEN RIDGEWAY ON MABO

The Castan Centre for Human Rights Law's Second Annual Public Lecture
presents Senator Aden Ridgeway on 'Mabo Ten Years On: Small Step or
Giant Leap?', 12.30 pm, June 3. At Queen's Hall, Parliament House,
Spring Street, Melbourne. All welcome to attend this free public
lecture. For more information, contact Kay Magnani at the Castan Centre
+61 3 9905 3327, or email kay.magnani@law.monash.edu.au

2.6 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FORENSIC STUDIES CONFERENCE

The Faculty of Law's International Institute of Forensic Studies will
hold its inaugural conference examining the presentation of expert
opinion evidence at the Monash Centre in Prato, Italy, in July.
The aim of the conference is to provide a forum for legal and other
professionals who give evidence in courts and tribunals and to explore
and develop better ways of utilizing expertise. For more information,
contact +61 3 9905 4734 or see http://www.law.monash.edu.au/iifs/

2.7 LONDON ALUMNI EVENT

The Vice-Chancellor and President of Monash University will host a
gathering for Monash alumni in London from 6-8 pm, July 11. Further
details will be announced shortly - if you are interested in attending,
contact monashalumni@adm.monash.edu.au

2.8 MONASH GOVERNANCE RESEARCH UNIT LAUNCH/LECTURE

The Monash Governance Research Unit (MGRU) has been established to
promote research on the interconnection, interdependence and interaction
among three major spheres of governance: Corporate Governance, Public
Governance, and Civil Society. The Inaugural MGRU Lecture and formal
launch of the unit will be conducted from 6.30 pm, 16 July, at
Parliament House, Melbourne, with guest speaker David Knott and MC Ken
Coghill.

Dress: Black tie
Bookings: Tables of 10 are available for group bookings. Individual
bookings are welcome.
Cost: $250 per person, all inclusive
RSVP: Irene.Thavarajah@adm.monash.edu.au or contact +61 3 9905 1344

2.9 AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITIES INTERNATIONAL ALUMNI CONVENTION (AUIAC)

The program and registration details for the AUIAC from 5 to 7 September
in Melbourne are now online at http://www.auiac2002.com/

2.10 2003 INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CONFERENCE

The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences has rescheduled
its international medical conference, 'The New World of Medicine', to
run from 6 to 10 May 2003 at the Monash Centre in Prato, Italy. For
more information, email annabel.whitby@med.monash.edu.au

ALUMNI NEWS

3.1 'FALCON' WINS NATIONAL SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY AWARD

Dr Edwin van Leeuwen (BSc(Hons) 1977, PhD Sci 1981) has been awarded a
2002 Clunies Ross National Science and Technology Award for leading the
team responsible for the most significant development in mineral
exploration technology in 50 years, according to the awards committee.
The mineral technology team at BHP Billiton developed 'Falcon', a
practical airborne gravity system for mapping mineral and hydrocarbon
deposits. For more information, see
http://www.monash.edu.au/alumni/news/falcon.html

3.2 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ALUMNUS A CLEAR WINNER

Monash IT graduate Dr Tao Chen has won a national award for the best PhD
in computer science in Australia for his research on digitally enhancing
video images. Dr Chen, a graduate of the School of Computer
Science and Software Engineering (CSSE), won the Australian Computer
Science Association's annual award jointly with a student from Macquarie
University. For more information, see
http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/monmemo/item04.html

3.3 USE OF MONASH MALAYSIA LIBRARY FACILITIES EXTENDED TO ALUMNI

Monash University Malaysia welcomes Monash graduates to use the library
facilities of the Tun Hussein Onn Library (THOL). The THOL was
established in 1987 and has over 60,000 items, including books, tapes,
microfiches and CD-ROMs. Note: Library borrowing is not available at
this stage. For more information, contact THOL on + 60 3 5636 8622, see
http://www.monash.edu.au/alumni/faq/facilities.html or email
ivy.cheong@adm.monash.edu.my

3.4 INDUSTRIAL DESIGN GRADUATE WINS NATIONAL DESIGN AWARD FOR 'GOLDIE'

A Monash University industrial design graduate has scooped the gold
medal at the recent Dyson Awards, the inaugural student category of the
prestigious annual Australian Design Awards. Paul Manczak, 22, won the
$7000 first prize for his Goldie lightweight rescue craft, a hand-held,
surf rescue vehicle, also described as a "motorised boogie board". The
craft is powered by an electric motor and can break through surf to
reach a swimmer in trouble. For more information, see
http://www-pso.adm.monash.edu.au/news/Story.asp?ID=565&SortType=15

3.5 COMP SCI AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING GRADUATES - INFORMATION SERVICE

The School of Computer Science and Software Engineering provides contact
information for alumni who have majored in computing degrees in the
school and also in degrees offered by the former departments that made
up the school, namely Computer Science, Digital Systems, Software
Development and Computer Technology. For more information, see
http://www.csse.monash.edu.au/alumni/

3.6 2002 CIVIL ENGINEERING ALUMNUS AWARD - DOWNLOAD NOMINATION FORM

The award of 'Monash Civil Engineering Alumnus 2002' will be made to a
Monash University Civil Engineering graduate or diplomate who has made a
significant contribution to professional and community activity. The
closing date for nominations is 30 June 2002. For more information or to
download a nomination form, see http://www.monash.edu.au/alumni/

OPINION

4.1 'PEACE AND SECURITY IN THE MIDDLE EAST?'

As the struggle between Israel and the Palestinians continues, the
prospects for a lasting ceasefire seem bleak. But Middle East expert and
postdoctoral research fellow in the School of Political and Social
Inquiry at Monash University Dr Shahram Akbarzadeh argues there is a way
forward. Read more at
http://www-pso.adm.monash.edu.au/news/Story.asp?ID=558&SortType=1

FURTHER STUDY

5.1 THE MONASH MBA

An information session on the Monash MBA will be held from 10 am to 12
noon, 18 May, at Monash University, Caulfield campus, Sir John Monash
Drive, Caulfield East (Melway 68, F1). To register your interest or for
more information, email MBA@buseco.monash.edu.au or call +61 3 9903
1166.

5.2 NEW FORENSIC ACCOUNTING DEGREE COURSE BEGINS IN JULY

Monash University is set to launch Australia's first postgraduate degree
in forensic accounting. The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Studies has
been developed by the Monash Law School in conjunction with the
Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) and the
Australian Advocacy Institute. The degree has been developed for
accountants who may be called upon to give expert evidence in the
courts, or who wish to move into the field of forensic accounting. For
more information, see
http://www-pso.adm.monash.edu.au/news/Story.asp?ID=542&SortType=2

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

6.1 MONASH UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA SCHOLARSHIPS

Monash University Malaysia (MUM) is proud to offer two scholarships (one
per semester) to Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia
currently enrolled in an undergraduate course at an Australian
university. Scholarship holders will have their travel costs to and from
Malaysia, accommodation, MUM Library fee, equipment, laboratory and
materials fees, Students Council subscription, administrative fees and
student visa processing paid for. For more information, see
http://www.monash.edu.my/maac_scholarships.htm

CAMPAIGNS AND APPEALS

7.1 SUPPORTING MONASH

Gifts of time, talent and money make a difference to our students
through appeals such as the Scholarships for the Future program. For
more information, visit http://www.monash.edu.au/giving/

CONTACT THE ALUMNI OFFICE

8.1 UPDATE YOUR CONTACT DETAILS ONLINE

Keep in contact with Monash and continue to receive 'Monash Magazine'
and 'At Monash' by updating your address and email details online at
http://www.monash.edu.au/alumni/faq/address.html

8.2 WE WELCOME YOUR COMMENTS, SUGGESTIONS AND QUESTIONS

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