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PENINSULA ONLINEIssue 3
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He has been involved in the field of sport and outdoor recreation/education for more than 20 years, including writing the original VCE outdoor education curriculum in 1988. He joined LaTrobe in 1983 specifically to establish the first degree in environment and outdoor education, and has seen the field expand substantially in the higher education sector during this time.
"Monash's commitment to this field provides an exciting opportunity for development in terms of academic programs, research, consultancy and community involvement on both a local and national level," he said.
"The Peninsula campus's focus on health and wellbeing and the development of health related courses provides a unique opportunity for collaborative research and program development with courses like Nursing, Health Science, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy." Associate Professor Payne also believes there are exiting opportunities with business programs in sports management and marketing.
"This course is not just about sport," he said. "It is about making a contribution to preventative medicine, health promotion, early intervention and healthy living for all age groups, areas that are very much on the political and social agenda."
As well as developing the educational opportunities, Associate Professor Payne believes there is great scope for an increased international profile in research development
Associate Professor Payne's own research centres around critical perspectives of education theory and practice particularly linked with environmental and outdoor education. He is currently researching how the household acts as an intergenerational site for/against environmental ethics and sustainability practices, a theme that might easily transcend other human and social issues. Together with Professor John Fien from RMIT, Associate Professor Payne is working on an ARC Grant to further advance the research topic 'The household: A site for learning, ethics and sustainability'.
Associate Professor Payne is a member of three international editorial boards in environmental education research, curriculum and pedagogy.
In the next issue of Peninsula Online find out more about Professor Helen Keleher, new professor of Health Science at Peninsula campus.
More than 400 new students enjoyed a culturally significant welcome to Monash and the Peninsula campus last week as part of the Orientation program.
The new students were treated to a procession involving staff dressed in academic attire showcasing the broad range of qualifications campus staff hold as well as the diverse range of institutions they have come from.
Speakers at the official welcome ceremony included Elder Spokesperson from the Boonerwrung Land Council, Carolyn Briggs, Academic Director Professor Phillip Steele, Frankston City Council Mayor, Cr Vicki McClelland, and Student Union President, Tim Brown.
Following the official part of the ceremony staff and students participated in an Indigenous Smoking Ceremony conducted by Gay Ball, enjoyed morning tea while being entertained by a jazz trio before heading off on campus tours hosted by current students.
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Photos clockwise from top left: The academic procession added some colour to the Orientation Opening Ceremony; Fay Ball conducts the Indigenous smoking ceremony; Students enjoy a free BBQ lunch provided by the Student Union; Leading Senior Constable Richard Bova assist students with finding the standard drink information; Students relax and enjoy the entertainment before the study starts; Academic staff from Physiotherapy at morning tea with students.
Special thanks to the Peninsula Campus Orientation Committee for their efforts and work in the lead up to the events and activities. Thanks also to all the staff who participated in the procession, Dr Greg Hurworth from the Faculty of Education for playing the piano during the procession, Pat and Bruce Morton setting up and running the proceedings at the George Jenkins Theatre, Ms Judi Munting from Academic Dress at Clayton for preparing and sending all the gowns and Mr Jim Faulds and Mr Alan Reynolds from Works Branch for their assistance with putting up signs and setting up for morning tea.
Sixty students from Nagoya Women's University in Japan visited the Faculty of Education at Peninsula campus this week.
The group are student teachers and are visiting as part of their 'Australian School Internship Program'. While in Australia, they also spend time working as student teachers at several primary schools and kindergartens around Melbourne as well as visiting the faculty at Peninsula campus.
While this is the first time the group have connected with the campus, the faculty hopes to make it an ongoing program.
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The visiting students undertook an art/technology workshop with Mr Bob Greaves and a computer lab workshop with Dr Geoff Romeo.
All staff at Peninsula campus are invited to participate in the THRIVE program. Participants will learn some very useful life skills such as relaxation, worry control, values clarification, how to combat procrastination, assertiveness techniques and how to sleep better.
THRIVE offers:
THRIVE© commences on Monday, 20 March 2006 from 1 pm to 2 pm. A one off registration fee of $10 is charged. For registration and details contact Julia Haig in Community Services
THRIVE is an initiative of University Community Services and is supported by Student and Staff Services Division.
Pat and Bruce Morton from the George Jenkins Theatre are set to retire at the middle of the year after a combined 47 years of service.
Both Pat and Bruce's history with Monash dates back to the early days of the university's existence. Bruce was in the first intake of engineering students at Monash Clayton while Pat, who undertook Architecture at the University of Melbourne, designed a residential college for Clayton campus as part of her design thesis in 1964.
Bruce joined the State Teachers College in 1979 in educational technology with responsibility for the George Jenkins Theatre. Pat started at the campus in Administration in 1986 and later went on to work with Bruce in the theatre. Between the two of them they have overseen all aspects of the George Jenkins Theatre from bookings to technical support.
An afternoon tea will be held to farewell Pat and Bruce and wish them well into their retirement on Wednesday, 29 March at 3.30 pm in the Conference Room at the Peninsula campus. Any staff wishing to attend or contribute to a gift should contact Lay Lin Oh on extn 44339 by Friday 24 March.
Staff are reminded that if they wish to attend the International Women's Day lunch on Wednesday, 8 March they must register and pay with Kate Warner (extn 44110) by Wednesday, 1 March.
Guest speaker Ms Margaret Smith has worked in the philanthropic sector for the last twenty years and brings a wealth of skills and knowledge to her role as CEO of Children First Foundation.
Through her professional relationships, she has a wide range of experience to leverage in leading Children First Foundation to realising its goal to “Provide a safe haven for children, irrespective of race or creed, who are in need of medical or emotional support”.
The lunch will be hosted by Academic Director Professor Phillip Steele, with Professor Helen Keleher from the School of Primary Health Care at the Peninsula campus discussing the history and significance of International Women's Day.
While the luncheon will be held on International Women's Day, it is not exclusively for women and all are invited to attend. The cost of the event is $17.50 and will include a buffet lunch of roast vegetable lasagne, Singapore noodles with chicken, fresh garden salad, potato salad, crusty bread followed by fruit platters and tea and coffee. Drinks will be funded by Professor Steele.
Occupational Health, Safety and Environment (OHSE) will run CPR refresher courses at the Peninsula campus in April.
In accordance with the Monash University First Aid Policy, relevant staff are required to update their CPR refresher skills approximately every six months for a period of three years. It is extremely important that relevant staff undertake this training to gain the experience and confidence to act as a Monash first aider.
The courses will be held on Friday, 21 April at 2-3 pm and repeated at 3.30-4.30 pm. To register fill in the form and return as directed.
Congratulations to Rod Rodway and Diane Deane for passing their level three Security Operations course.
A Closed Circuit TV (CCTV) security camera system has been installed in the Nursing precinct (building E). Nursing is now covered by this CCTV and also a moving camera covering the area between E and H. This will enhance the security coverage of the campus and make us all that much safer.
Parking regulations are about to be enforced throughout the campus. Please ensure that you park legally. Check the sign and avoid the fine. If in doubt please contact the Traffic Office on extn 44108.
Lay Lin Oh from Campus Administration would like to give a BIG thank you to the cleaning staff, Elena and Judy, and Works Branch staff for their help in moving her office and the Campus Manager's. They did a great job and made the move so much easier.
