Dear Alumni

It is with great pleasure we inform you that Professor John Dewar has been appointed the new Vice-Chancellor of La Trobe University.

This month we bring you some salient careers advice about disclosing your salary at job interviews, highlights from our Alumni Awards presentation held in August, plus a profile on one of the recipients, Dr Patricia Edgar AM, who is a pioneer of children's television and media.  You'll also find details on upcoming alumni events in Asia.

This September marks the 10 year anniversary of 9/11.  La Trobe University will play host to a public forum on how this momentous event changed the world.

On a lighter note, we have a special treat for sci-fi fans with a fascinating new podcast on emotionally intelligent robots - you'll be amazed!

In this e-news

New Vice-Chancellor
Recent Events
Careers Corner
News
Feature Profile
La Trobe Foundation
Upcoming Events
Postgrad Studies
La Trobe International
Podcasts
Research
Feature Partner
Lifestyle Benefits Program

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PROFESSOR JOHN DEWAR  APPOINTED NEW VICE-CHANCELLOR

The Council of La Trobe University has announced the appointment of Professor John Dewar as Vice-Chancellor of La Trobe University. Professor Dewar was educated at Oxford University in the UK and has lived in Australia for the last 16 years gathering extensive experience in the higher education sector, and has held senior positions at Griffith University and The University of Melbourne.  Professor Dewar starts his position in January 2012.
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RECENT EVENTS

The 2011 La Trobe Annual Dinner & Alumni Awards

La Trobe's 2011 Annual Dinner and Alumni Awards were held on Monday 15 August bringing together our senior staff, friends and VIP guests. Some of our most distinguished alumni were formally acknowledged for their outstanding achievements at a special dinner held at ZINC at Federation Square.
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CAREERS CORNER

Disclosing your current salary at interview - Why it pays not to show your hand

When job seeking, inevitably you will be asked by recruitment agencies and employers alike for your salary information. Don’t fall into the trap that many do – which is to tell all! A good negotiator understands that the moment you show your hand, your negotiation position dwindles.
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Written by Kelly Magowan, alumna of La Trobe University and CEO of Six Figures.

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YOUR LA TROBE NEWS

Free forum: The World After 9/11  

It's ten years on from 9/11 when terrorist attacks in the US changed everything. How has the world changed and what are the implications for the future in terms of geopolitics, peace, human rights and stability? These and other questions will be raised in a very special conversation between Professors Hugh White and Robert Manne on September 12 at La Trobe University.
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High profile alum appointed Monash Professorial Fellow

La Trobe alumnus and former Australian Ambassador to the People's Republic of China Dr Geoff Raby has been appointed Vice-Chancellor's Professorial Fellow at Monash University. Geoff Raby has been involved in the international dimensions of Australian public policy for over 25 years, with a focus on Australia’s bilateral relations with China, and in advancing Australia’s trade and commercial interests in the World Trade Organisation and APEC.
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2011 Australian Alumni Awards (Vietnam)   

Nominations are now open for The Australian Alumni Awards (Vietnam).  Supported by the Australian Embassy in Vietnam, this awards program honours Vietnamese graduates from Australian education institutions whose talents and contributions have enriched Vietnam in fields such as art and culture, innovation and research, business and education. Nominations close 15 October.
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Tell students about your career and help to inspire them

We are seeking alumni to come participate in a career panel as part of the Career Development Centre’s ‘Way Ahead program’. All you have to do is give a 5 minute talk about your career journey so far and be prepared to answer some questions from the audience.

Students are really keen to learn more about the opportunities open to them once they graduate - this is a great opportunity for you to pass on your career tips and advice.
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FEATURE PROFILE

Dr Patricia Edgar AM - PhD (Education) 1974

Dr Patricia Edgar AM is a recognised world leader in children's media. She was one of six alumni honoured this month in our Alumni Awards. A pioneer in tertiary media studies in Australia she led the establishment of groundbreaking regulations for children's television and media.

"My ten years teaching at La Trobe University in the 1970’s were an exciting and torrid time...I was young enough to believe I could achieve anything with a little bit of help, but not old enough to have learnt how entrenched old university traditions were...Yet we succeeded because there were enough free thinking minds at La Trobe in those early years"
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LA TROBE FOUNDATION NEWS

Growing Support for Student Scholarships   

The Foundation is developing stronger partnerships with its business partners and community network with a view to providing scholarships for students who otherwise would not be able to participate in further study.

There are now two new scholarships to be offered on 2012, with a further 10 scholarship proposals in development.

The two new scholarships on offer for 2012 include:

The Milton Whiting Memorial Scholarships - to the value of $10,000 per year.  Established in honour of Mr Milton Whiting, OAM, in recognition of his service to Mallee Family Care and his long-standing involvement with La Trobe University.  The scholarship is in support of two students per year, who are undertaking the Bachelor of Human Services/Master of Social Work Program at the Mildura campus and experiencing financial hardship.  

Bendigo Community Foundation – to the value of $80,000 for student participation in Bendigo, following a gift of $20,000 by Mr Richard Guy , another $20,000 by La Trobe University, which was gift matched by the Bendigo Community Foundation with another $40,000

Find out more about giving to La Trobe University.

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LA TROBE ALUMNI LIFESTYLE BENEFITS - Show Your Alumni Card and Save

Travel and Accommodation

• La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary
• Odyssey Travel
• Rydges Hotels and Resorts
• STA Travel
• Thrifty Car Rental

Subscriptions and Memberships

• CEO Online
• National Gallery Victoria (NGV) Membership
• Student Magazines Australia

Products and Services

• Australian Translating and Interpreting Service
• Bulleen Rejuvenation & Wellness Clinic
• Dell Australia
• Heavy Metal Group - Counselling Service
• La Trobe Alumni Health Plan with HCF
• Six Figures
• Ultra Tune

La Trobe Services

• La Trobe Agora Theatre
• Career Services
• La Trobe University Libraries
• Image La Trobe
• La Trobe Podiatry Clinic
• La Trobe Sports Centre

NEW BENEFITS PARTNERS

Alumni Benefits are a great way to promote your business and maintain a link with your alumni network. We welcome alumni to be involved in this program. Please contact alumni@latrobe.edu.au if your business would like to be part of the Alumni Benefits program.

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