Dear Alumni

Welcome to the first full edition of the Alumni e-news for 2011. Plenty has been happening throughout the La Trobe University community through the summer months, including planning for a wide range of exciting upcoming events.

In this edition we bring you the latest news from the University including the grand opening of the new Shepparton Campus, and we celebrate the news that a number of University alumni have been recognised with Australia Day honours.

You will also find the latest podcasts and research news as well as a terrific offer from our February Feature Benefits Partner.

Happy reading!

The Alumni and Advancement Team

In this e-news

Australia Day Honours
Alumni Awards
Upcoming Events
Careers Corner
News
Feature Profile
La Trobe Foundation
Student Career Mentoring
Upcoming Events
Postgrad Studies
La Trobe International
Podcasts
Research
Feature Partner
Lifestyle Benefits Program

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AUSTRALIA DAY HONOURS

La Trobe Alumni Receive Australia Day Honours

The University would like to congratulate our alumni who were recognised in this year's Australia Day honours.

The following alumni received awards for their contributions to their community, profession or country with distinction:

Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)

Mr Bernard Marcel Brzegowski-Korbman OAM
GradDipEd(Bendigo) 1977
For service to the community, particularly through the preservation of Jewish history.

Mr Kon Karapanagiotidis OAM
BBSc(Bundoora) 1994; LLB(Graduate Entry) 1999
For service to the community through refugee assistance organisations.

Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC)

Major Sisto Nikolai Bernardo CSC
BAgr&RsrcEco 1998
For outstanding achievement on the Army Staff within the Force Development Group.

Ambulance Service Medal (ASM)

Mr John Stewart Davis ASM
GradDipHlthAdmin 1987

Ms Casey Michelle Nunn ASM
BHlthSci/BBus 2007

Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM)

Mr Alexander Gerard de Man AFSM
MBA 2002

If you or someone you know has received an award, please contact the Alumni and Advancement Office and we will include it in the Alumni Achievements web pages.

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TESTAMUR REPLACEMENT FEE WAIVED FOR FLOOD VICTIMS

The testamur fee will be waived for people who have lost their belongings in the recent floods.

An application form and statutory declaration will need to be completed and returned by fax to +61 3 9479 1994 or a scanned copy emailed to graduations@latrobe.edu.au.

Please click on the following link to download an application:
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/students/graduations/testamurs/replacement.

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ALUMNI AWARDS

Nominate now for the Alumni Awards 2010

La Trobe University takes great pride in the achievements of its alumni and presents a small number of awards each year to those who have demonstrated significant personal and/or professional achievements.

The Alumni Awards fall into three categories: Distinguished Alumni Award, Young Achiever Award, and Distinguished Fellowship. Visit the Alumni Awards webpage for all relevant information on the award categories and their respective criteria.

If you know someone who is deserving of joining this elite group of thirty-five past recipients of the Alumni Award, please take the time to download the nomination pack and submit an application (self-nominations are accepted).

Nominations close 4 March 2011.

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CAREERS CORNER

12 of the best simple interview tips

I have listed 12 of the best interview tips that I have always found to be beneficial for myself and for others going through the interview process. They are simple and often common sense, yet when interviewing, we sometimes tend to forget the basics. Read more

Submitted by Kelly Magowan, alumna of La Trobe University and CEO of Six Figures

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YOUR LA TROBE NEWS

Tourism and Hospitality Students Raise $23k for Cancer Council

Twenty five La Trobe tourism and hospitality students raised an impressive $23 000 for the Cancer Council Victoria through organising a series of successful charity events.

Each team of students was given a $130 budget and required to organise and host a fundraising event in ten weeks as part of the 3rd year Tourism Venture Planning subject.

La Trobe Graduate's Documentary Nominated for Human Rights Award

  The film 'The Trial' written and directed by La Trobe alumna Joan Robinson, tracks the 2008 Melbourne trial of twelve Muslim men who were accused of terrorism offences. The documentary follows one of the biggest court cases in Australian history, through key defence barrister Greg Barns and the brother of the youngest accused, Omar Merhi.

The film was shortlisted for the 2010 Human Rights Television Award.

New $10 Million Shepparton Campus Officially Opened

  La Trobe University has delivered on its promise to expand tertiary education in the region, with the official opening of its new $10 million Shepparton Campus, which has been jointly funded by the Federal Government, the Victorian State Government and La Trobe University.

The new campus was formally launched by the Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills, Jobs and Workplace Relations, the Honourable Chris Evans.

Located on the corner of Fryers Street and North Street, the much-anticipated new building is striking and architecturally impressive, and one of the most modern University buildings in Australia.

Vice-Chancellor, Professor Paul Johnson, who personally led the program to establish the Campus, said he was delighted that the new Campus was complete and wanted to thank the people of Shepparton for their extraordinary support.

Vale Emeritus Professor Rhys Isaac – Memorial Service

Professor Rhys Isaac died on 7 October, 2010. He enjoyed a distinguished career in teaching and research at La Trobe University from 1971 to 1999 and was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 1983 for his book, The Transformation of Virginia, 1740 – 1790. His reputation at La Trobe was matched by distinction at several American universities, notably William and Mary College and Johns Hopkins University, where he taught and wrote for substantial periods, especially after retirement. He is deeply mourned by the many students and staff who benefited from his generous advice and encouragement, before and since his retirement.

A memorial service will be held at 3pm on Saturday 26 February at the Agora Theatre, Melbourne Campus.  His family, friends and former colleagues look forward to meeting those who knew Rhys.

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FEATURE PROFILE

Thu Pham - Director, Abele Promotion Gifts J.S.C

A recipient of the La Trobe Alumni Awards 2009 Young Achiever Award, Thu Pham both established and is Director of one of the largest corporate gift companies in Vietnam. Read more

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LA TROBE FOUNDATION NEWS

Dell Donates Computers for Students in Need

Lifestyle Benefits Partner Dell has generously donated 19 laptop computers for students in need across the La Trobe University community.

Rosetta Le Compte, Higher Education Account Executive at Dell, says that she hopes the recipients will have some fun with their new computers. We also hope that they are used for some study, of course!

The computers will be distributed to selected recipients by the University's Equality and Diversity Centre.

Thanks to Dell for their support of our students.

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2011 STUDENT CAREER MENTORING PROGRAM

Applications are still open for alumni to volunteer in this program as career mentors. The program gives mentors an opportunity to share their knowledge and experience with current students and new graduates who are just starting out on their career journey.

You will be matched with a mentee for one to one mentoring (Melbourne and Bendigo based alumni), or invited to participate in a speed mentoring and networking event. Through volunteering your time you can not only give back to your University, but also develop your own communication and leadership skills.

To apply and for more information go to http://www.latrobe.edu.au/careers/mentoring/mentors.html. You can also contact the Program Coordinator, Patricia Brown at mentoring@latrobe.edu.au.

Applications close on February 25, 2011.

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

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Travel and Accommodation

• Beechworth Accommodation
• Holiday Accommodation in the High Country
• 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
• Rebel Sport
• Six Figures
• Ultra Tune

La Trobe Services

• La Trobe Agora Theatre
• Career Services
• La Trobe 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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