The University of Melbourne Voice
Issues, views, debate, University news and events, fortnightly Vol. 4, No. 3, 9 – 25 March 2009 Cover StoryParty Politics
The journey from a harsh country boarding school through the maelstrom of student politics with degrees in Law and Arts (including a Masters) along the way left Lindsay Tanner ready for anything. The Federal Member for Melbourne and Finance Minister tells us just how. On the Hunt
At Melbourne Greg Hunt found lessons in life, firm friends and visions for a life in public affairs where he’s today Shadow Minister for Climate Change, the Environment and Water. Taking the Risk
In a career that has spanned Law and business across Australia and abroad – as well as a seat on the board of AFL Collingwood FC - Sally Capp finds skills that she was encouraged to develop from her very first day at the University of Melbourne have stood her in good stead. NewsBushfire Recovery Initiative
In response to the devastating losses of Black Saturday’s bushfires the University of Melbourne has developed a Bushfire Recovery Initiative (BRI) which will assist affected communities and provide longer-term assistance to help avert future tragedies. Veterinary School Turns One Hundred
March marks the centenary of the opening of Australia’s first university veterinary school. Professor Ken Hinchcliff, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Science, looks at the first hundred years of the school. Mosquito Evolution Threat
A new study to predict the impact of climate change on the dengue fever-carrying mosquito Aedes aegypti in Australia could help limit its spread. Mental Illness Watch
An international observatory led by the University of Melbourne will assist in protecting the human rights of people suffering mental illness in developing countries. From the Vice-Chancellor: Recovery Begins
With all Australians, the University of Melbourne community has been deeply shocked and saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by the Victorian bushfires. Ice Queen
A Young Science Ambassador is rewarded with a breathtaking flight over Antarctica. Broadened Horizons
A gifted student from Broadford Secondary has made the most of his trips to Melbourne. Reviews and PreviewsArt History Olympics Win
A History of Art symposium, hosted at the University of Melbourne last year, highlighted the important place Aboriginal art holds on the international scene and inspired a beautiful new book. Meanjin Dorothy Porter Tribute
The just-released autumn edition of Meanjin pays a special tribute to the life and work of poignant Australian poet, Dorothy Porter, who died in December after complications from breast cancer. Chemistry Past, Present And Future
The Sartorius Balance is among the treasures on show adjacent to the new School of Chemistry teaching laboratories, which were redeveloped through 2008 along with a library and student resource area at a cost of around $12 million. Siren Song
Song of Sirens is an exhibition that looks beyond the contemporary obsession with success. Knowledge TransferInvesting in Knowledge
Simon Marginson argues that an international flight to tertiary education is under way as families and nations alike invest for the next wave of growth. The Musical Pleasure Circuit
Music is as fundamental to human wellbeing as sex, eating and drinking a recent symposium on Music and Wellbeing at the University of Melbourne was told. The New News
News organisations across the world face unprecedented challenges. Advertising revenues decline and readers move to the internet; the lines between consumers and journalists blur as new technology and delivery platforms make real time news available to anyone everywhere. Associate Professor Ingrid Volkmer – a world authority of news media pioneer CNN – foreshadows a major international conference to be held at the University of Melbourne which will explore journalism in the 21st century and more. Interlinking Worlds
The Carlton Community Day at the University of Melbourne celebrated the suburb’s diversity and helped break down some of the barriers between the University and the African refugee community living in Carlton high-rise flats. ProfilesThe New Chancellor
On the evening of Saturday 7 February, the last thing on Alex Chernov’s mind was his installation as Chancellor of the University of Melbourne the following Tuesday. The bushfire racing towards his property had his complete attention. Solving the Economic Crisis
Accessibility for students to a business and economics education, and its on-going value during volatile times, make Professor Margaret Abernethy optimistic about the future of graduate business and economics education in Australia. DAVID SCOTT explains. Climate Call Award
“There is still a lot to be done to address climate change in Indonesia,” says Melbourne Business School alumnus Airlangga Hartarto (MMgt Tech 1996). AlumniWired For Success
John Papandriopoulos’ research into wireless networks has led to multiple awards, two patents and a great future in Silicon Valley. SportOn Your Mountain Bike
It was a case of fourth time lucky for Lachlan Norris at the National Under 23 MTB (Mountain Bike) Championships. The Science student claimed his first title in the Canberra race on Australia Day weekend, after previously finishing third, second and fourth in previous years. What's Onhttp://events.unimelb.edu.au/
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