PENINSULA ONLINE

Issue 8
Monday, 1 October 2007

Peninsula Paramedic Nurse Forum a Great Success

September 5th saw students and staff of the double degree Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Emergency Health (Paramedic) gather at the Seahorse Tavern for lunch and a presentation by David Kervin, RN and MAS Clinical Educator, entitled 'The Paramedic Nurse in Practice'.

David was supported by Kerryn Maher of MAS in presenting their views of interprofessional practice opportunities for Paramedic Nurses, a new emergency health role. David and Kerryn are both paramedic and nursing graduates of Monash University and are well placed to advise and mentor our current students.

Monash University has been successful in its application for Commonwealth funding for additional places in this course for the next four years. Dr Virginia Plummer from the School of Nursing and Midwifery says "we are delighted with this news and the clear commitment of the Federal government to paramedic nurse practice".

Research Month Poster Roadshow

The Struan Postgraduate Centre has played host to a traveling exhibition of student research posters as part of Monash Research Month. From the 11th to 14th of September, staff and students at Peninsula campus had the opportunity to view a selection of entries from the inaugural HDR poster exhibition, held to celebrate the depth, breadth and overall contribution students make to the research activities and output at Monash.

Engaging the Community: Kids as Researchers Public Lecture

You don't have to be a superhero to save the planet, was the message delivered by Dr Amy Cutter-Mackenzie at her Research Month public lecture on the 11th of September.

According to recent Monash research, viewing the world through children's eyes can provide amazing insights into issues of global relevance. The lecture explored the potential of ‘kids as researchers’ in practising and developing sustainability programs.

This event was the Peninsula contribution to the Monash Research Month Lecture Series. Dr Cutter-Mackenzie is a lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Peninsula campus.

NZ Bound – Overseas Placements a First for Monash Paramedics

In October and November second and third year Peninsula paramedic students will have an opportunity to undertake placements across the Tasman.

In a Monash first, 12 students will spend four weeks with New Zealand paramedic crews completing a full roster of four days on (two days and two nights) and four days off for the duration of their stay.
Eight students will be based in Auckland and four in Christchurch. Some are staying on for a NZ holiday upon completion of their placement.

All paramedic students are required to complete a minimum of 14 shifts in each semester of Years 2 and 3. An additional 12 students will head interstate to undertake placements in Tasmania, South Australia, the ACT and Queensland.

Level 1 Supervisor Accreditation

The next MRGS Workshop for Level 1 Supervisor Accreditation will be held on Friday 23 November 2007 in the Building H 116 exhibition space, Caulfield campus (above MamaDuke Café).

Registration will be from 8:30 to 8:55am followed by a workshop from 9.00am to 5.00pm with a break for lunch.

Further details, click here or contact Dr Anna Lucas, Monash Research Graduate School, on 53402 or 52009.

Online bookings
(Cost Centre and Fund Code details will be required when booking online - see you financial officer)

The cost of $110 includes information kits, lunch, morning and afternoon tea (please specify special dietary requirements).

Click here for parking and public transport details for Caulfield campus.

Level 2 Supervisor Accreditation

Level 2 Master Classes for research supervision accreditation at the Peninsula campus will run from Wednesday 24 October to Friday 26 October, with a morning and afternoon session running each day. The sessions are DVD replays of the Master Classes and these will be facilitated by experienced research supervisors.

Program

MC 1: Case Studies Breakdown of the Student-Supervisor Relationship
Facilitators: Jenny Reeder + Suzy Edwards
Date: 24 October
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm

MC5 How to Examine a Thesis
Facilitators: Phillip Payne + Ilana Snyder
Date: 24 October
Time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm

MC3 Power Relationships and Students from Other Cultures
Facilitators: Lionel Frost + TBC
Date: 25 October
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm

MC4 Introduction to Intellectual Property
Presenter: Ms Susan Wong
Date: 25 October
Time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm

MC6 Building Research Teams
Facilitators: Marilyn Fleer + Helen Keleher
Date: 26 October
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm

MC2 External Supervision and Supervision in Teams
Facilitators: Francis Farrelly + Geoff Romeo
Date: 26 October
Time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Please note that five MCs must be attended in order to obtain Level 2 Accreditation (MC1, MC2, MC3, MC4 and one other)

Click here to register.

Current pathways to Level 2 Accreditation within the Research Supervisor Accreditation Program:

• Staff members must:
• Be Level 1 accredited
• Complete a total of at least 5 Master Classes which must include:
  Master Class 1;
  Master Class 2;
  Master Class 3;
  Master Class 4 (Introduction to Intellectual Property), and;
  One other Master class

Click here for further information about the Research Supervisor Accreditation Program

All sessions will be held in the Struan Postgraduate Centre Seminar Room.

10,000 Steps Towards a Healthier Life – Peninsula Launches Walktober Challenge

The official launch of this year's 10,000 Steps Walktober Challenge was hosted by Peninsula campus on Friday 21st of September. The Vice Chancellor joined 60 Monash staff for a delicious and healthy breakfast at the Seahorse Tavern, while introducing the 2007 Challenge and the new 'Wellbeing at Monash online'. The group also enjoyed presentations from Dr Vicki Ashton, Occupational Health Physician from OHSE and comical guest speaker Graeme Bowman. A range of prizes were up for grabs, including one-month Monash Sport gym memberships. In addition, each guest received a showbag containing health information, stress balls, drink bottles and a Monash healthlogix CD.

Click here for more information about how to register for the 10,000 Steps Walktober Challenge.

Peninsula Property Marking Service

Security Services will be providing Monash students and staff with a FREE property marking service.

Simply marking property with an engraver or an ultraviolet pen not only deters a potential thief, but also helps to ensure that recovered property can be returned promptly to its owner.

Your licence/learners registration number will be used when marking property.

Bring along your bike and other items such as mobile phones, computer laptops, MP3 players etc. to Level 1, Building C, Peninsula Campus from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday. Contact the Peninsula Campus Security Office on 9904 4108 to arrange a time.

Security Services is actively working on increasing awareness and lowering the risk of campus crime. It relies on the campus community and individual interest and participation.

For further information please contact Crime Prevention & Education Coordinator, Ms Anh Luong on 9902 0087 or campus.watch@adm.monash.edu.au

Peninsula Staff Star for New Orientation DVD

During August and September staff across the campus have shown star quality during the filming of a new Orientation DVD for Peninsula. The DVD, which will be shown during the opening of Semester 1 Orientation in 2008, showcases the extensive range of services available to all students studying at Peninsula.

Daniel, a first year Business and Commerce student, and David a second year Physio student acted as campus roving reporters, interviewing staff from the Postgraduate Association, Library, MONSU, Monash Sport, Cafeteria, Bookshop, ITS, Student Services, Traffic and Security, International Student Support, Health, Wellbeing and Development and Residential Services. Both staff and students exhibited great patience while getting that perfect take - well done to everyone involved!

A DVD will be produced for each Victorian campus over the coming months.

Monash Sponsors MPS Expo

Monash Peninsula was this year a proud sponsor of the MPS Careers and Jobs Expo held at Mornington Racecourse on September 4th.

Sixty organisations representing a wide range of training, employment and career options were present to assist over 2,000 local students with their choices for the future. The Monash Prospective Students Office were on hand to answer questions about Monash courses, campuses, scholarships and pathways.

Job vacancies for young people were also advertised at the event.

Feedback both from schools and other exhibitors has been extremely positive.

Upcoming Performing Arts Events

Monash University Philharmonic Society presents:
25th Anniversary Concert

Proudly sponsored by the Robert Blackwood Concert Hall

The Monash University Philharmonic Society is 25 years old! We would love you to attend our spectacular gala concert at Robert Blackwood Hall, on 6 October. Join both past and present members, family and friends in celebrating this fantastic achievement.

'The Phil' is a completely student-run musical organisation, comprising three main groups, the Monash Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO), the Monash Symphonic Winds (MSW) and the Monash Jazz Orchestra (MoJO).

The biggest concert in The Phil's 25-year history will be a fitting celebration of the society's growth and achievements over the past quarter of a century. It will include performances of all three groups, with repertoire ranging from Schubert's Third Symphony and Holst's First Suit, to 'Harlem' by Duke Ellington. Guest speakers, including Vice Chancellor of Monash University, Professor Richard Larkins, will pay tribute to The Phil's rich history throughout the night.

Feel free to also join us afterwards in the Robert Blackwood Hall foyer for a post concert celebration, with supper provided.

When: Saturday 6 October at 6.30pm

Where: Robert Blackwood Concert Hall, Building 2, Clayton campus

Ticket prices: Adult $25, Pensioner, Seniors and Students $15, Monash CommUNIty card holders $12, Child (under 12) $10
Please note: Companion Card is accepted. Infants under two years of age are complimentary.
Wheelchair seats need to be purchased by telephone booking only.

Running time: 2 hours 20 mins – inclusive of 20 minute interval

Bookings:Telephone bookings on 9905 1111 or online at the Monart website

For further information contact boxoffice@adm.monash.edu.au or visit www.monash.edu.au/monart

The full program and any further details regarding the concert, or the society in general, please visit www.monashphil.org

Academy of Performing Arts presents:
Our Country’s Good

Written by Timberlake Wertenbaker
By special arrangement with Dominie Pty Ltd
Directed by Kate Cherry

Based on the novel The Playmaker by Thomas Keneally, Our Country’s Good demonstrates the power of the play to transform lives, even those considered unredeemable. With wonderful insight into the life and lives of the first Australian settlers, we are transported into the convict settlement in which Governor Phillip has decided that a play would be a better proposition for entertainment than that most enjoyed by the convicts - hangings.

Filled with humour, pathos, issues of life, love and death, Our Country’s Good is great adult entertainment.

Kate Cherry is our distinguished director well known to theatre going audiences as Associate Artistic Director at Melbourne Theatre Company and prior to that Playbox. The Monash University Academy of Performing Arts is delighted that she has joined us to work with the Graduate Ensemble in this their final production for 2007.

When: Wednesday 10 October 8pm – preview all tickets $15
Thursday 11 October at 8pm – opening night
Friday 12 October at 2pm &8pm
Saturday 13 October at 8pm
Sunday 14 October at 5pm

Ticket prices: Adult $20, Student $15, Pensioner $15, Senior $15, Monash University Staff and Alumni $15, MEAA members $15, Group (6+) $16, Monash University Students $10
Please note: Companion Card is accepted

Where: Chapel Off Chapel, 12 Little Chapel Street, Prahran VIC 3181
Melways Map 2L J10
Trading hours 10am to 5pm, seven days or one hour prior to performances

Telephone bookings: 8290 7000

Special 10% discount meal offer
Holders of tickets to Our Country’s Good can receive 10% off the total off their bill at Daguerre's.
Daguerre's cafe bar gallery is located at 322 Chapel Street Prahran. Groups of four or more are encouraged to call 9510 3355 to make a booking.

Monash University Choral Society presents:
Brahms German Requiem

Celebrating our 45th year of Choral music
Conducted by Nicholas Cowall
Featuring soloists Steven Grant and Casselle Bonollo

The Monash University Choral Society was founded in 1962, making it one of the oldest student-run clubs at Monash University, Clayton campus. MonUCS performs three concerts each year, in May, September and December, giving the community an opportunity to experience a diverse range of choral repertoire. Concerts in recent years have included the Australian premiere of the 1998 Broadway musical Ragtime, Handel's Messiah, Mozart's Requiem, Orff's Carmina Burana, Vivaldi's Gloria, Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado, and, in conjunction with the Melbourne University Choral Society and RMIT Occasional Choral Society, Mozart's Vesperae solennes de confessore, Haydn's Te Deum Laudamus and John Rutter's Gloria.

When: Friday 19 October at 8pm

Where: St Mark’s Anglican Church, 250 George Street, Fitzroy

Ticket prices: Adult $25, Concession (includes Pensioners, Seniors & Unemployed) $20, Full time Students $20, Child (under 15) $20, St Mark’s Parishioners $20
Please note: Companion Card is accepted. Infants under 2 years of age are complimentary

Running time: 100 mins – inclusive of 20 minute interval

Bookings: Telephone bookings on 9905 1111 or online at Monart website

For further information contact boxoffice@adm.monash.edu.au or visit www.monash.edu.au/monart

New Student Award for Health Science Students

All students enrolled in any of the health sciences disciplines offered at Peninsula campus are invited to apply for two new prizes being offered by the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, and sponsored by the South East Palliative Care Service.

There are two prizes being offered: $500 to an undergraduate student for the best essay on palliative care and $2,000 for a Masters student whose palliative care research proposal is judged as the best.

Applications close on 16th November 2007, and the awards will be presented for the first time at the 2008 awards ceremony.

Click here for more information.

Stress Busters Sessions for Peninsula Students

With exams approaching, staff are encouraged to let their students know about the upcoming 'Stress Busters' sessions being run through Health, Wellbeing and Development.

The sessions will give students practical techniques for dealing with pre-exam jitters and being in the examination room. They will be taught calming breathing and visualisation techniques, relaxation
exercises and ways to combat negative self-talk.

Date: Tuesday 9 October 1-2 pm and Thursday 11 October 12-1pm

Location: Health, Wellbeing and Development Meeting Room, Level 1, Building A

Students can register by calling 9904 4233 or emailing Helen Kothrakis.