UOW Alumni Network E-news

Volume 27 June 2009

UOW Alumni Network E-News is a bi-monthly email newsletter which keeps you up-to-date with University developments and alumni activities. More information on the UOW Alumni Network is available at www.uow.edu.au/alumni/. Your suggestions and comments are always welcome. To give us your feedback, email alumni@uow.edu.au.

UOW NEWS

Community giving program wins international recognition
The UOW Cares Program is now being lauded on the international stage. The program, co-ordinated through UOW’s Office of Community and Partnerships, has won the category of Outreach and Community Relations category in the 2008 Association of Commonwealth Universities PR, Marketing and Communications Awards. Read more 

iC opens its doors for Innovation Week
The Illawarra Innovation Showcase was held at the Innovation Campus yesterday, as part of the Australian Innovation Festival. With lectures, tours, a competition and an expo, a range of Illawarra organisations showed some of the ground-breaking achievements happening in the region.

A highlight of the Showcase was tours that allowed members of the public to get inside the groundbreaking research labs of the Intelligent Polymer Research Institute. Full story 

University of Wollongong In Dubai launches Study Abroad
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) has launched a Study Abroad program that allows undergraduate students from all over the world to study in Dubai for a full semester, combining study with cultural understanding. Students will be able to study subjects such as Doing Business in the Arab and Islamic World and Introductory Arabic Language, in addition to core academic subjects. Full story

Year 11 & 12 University Open Night
Wednesday 10 June 5.00pm - 8.30pm, University of Wollongong
Do you know that 94.8% of all UOW students would recommend the University to someone else*? Here is your chance to do exactly that.
If you know someone currently in high school who is considering university study after the HSC, let them know that UOW is hosting a series of events throughout June to help them prepare for the decisions that they will need to make about their future. Please forward the details below to anyone who may be interested.

The University Open Night is a chance for Year 11 and 12 students and their parents to meet University staff, UOW students and graduates, so that they can have their questions answered about gaining entry to uni and choosing a degree. For more information visit https://dnbweb1.blackbaud.com/OPXREPHIL/Link.asp?link=363516 or call 1300 367 869.

LIVING AT UOW NEWS - What’s happening in the residences?

International House Global Wellbeing Residential Scholarships
In the lead up to the 30 years of International House in 2010, International House plans to raise $5,000 by the end of 2009.  The proceeds will allow International house to offer 5 x $1,000 residential scholarships to residents who have demonstrated intercultural leadership. For more information contact International House Student Residence Managers: Lindsay Oades or Alison Hemsley or phone 02 4221 5255. For all the latest news in the residences, please go to:  http://www.uow.edu.au/about/accommodation/news/index.html

ALUMNI NEWS

SydneyAlumni take part in Speed Networking event
Around 60 Sydney alumni attended a ‘speed networking event’ hosted by the Office of Community and Partnerships at the Aurora Bar on the 6th of May.  The event saw participants take part in a series of two minute one-on-one networking sessions, each covering a different business related topic. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Professor Rob Castle welcomed alumni to the event and said that the strong UOW Alumni Network plays an important role in UOW’s success. Full story

CHAPTER NEWS

Commerce Alumni look at challenges facing Illawarra business
The UOW Commerce Alumni Chapter hosted the first of their networking breakfasts for the year at the Innovation Campus yesterday (Wednesday 29 April). The breakfast series provides a networking and professional development opportunity for UOW alumni.  Alumni are also able to engage with the University and hear about the latest developments and strategic projects for UOW. Full story

Campus Chapter Prize Giving Ceremony
The UOW Campus Chapter hosted their annual prize night on Monday 1st of June. The prize night is held each year to award the recipients of the Campus Chapter Honours Prizes and Equity and Merity Scholarship. Congratulations to all students who received a scholarship or prize.

POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

Looking to get ahead in today’s tight job market?
A postgraduate qualification from UOW is a sound investment in your future, especially in the current climate, whether you need to improve your career prospects, increase your earning potential, or change career direction. For information regarding the postgraduate programs offered by UOW visit the UOW Coursefinder.  Applications are currently being accepted for Spring session so give yourself the competitive edge and apply online today! You can also download an application form or call 1300 367 869 for one to be sent to you. Should you require further assistance, please contact us on 1300 367 869. You can also email uniadvice@uow.edu.au or visit the University's website.

Management and Marketing Research Degrees
The School of Management and Marketing within UOW’s Faculty of Commerce is inviting alumni to consider undertaking a Masters by Research in Management or Marketing. This is an opportunity to build skills and knowledge in fields including: Supply Chain Management; Simulation and Operations Management; Human Resource Management, Leadership and Knowledge Management; Not-For-Profit and Social Marketing; Business Processes, Services and Work Practices; Hyper and Multimedia in Organisations; and Market Research. For further information please contact Robert Beretov at rberetov@uow.edu.au

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALUMNI

University of Wollongong Cricket Club - 50th Year Celebrations
Calling all former players of the University of Wollongong Cricket Club - your club is approaching its 50th Anniversary Year. As Chas Keys writes in the 20 year Reunion booklet - "The Cricket club came into existence on July 26, 1961, at a meeting of interested students in the Fire Assay room at the old Technical College in Gladstone Avenue".

Season 2010-11 marks our 50th year & we are planning a weekend of Reunion celebrations in January 2011 culminating in the release of the 50 year club history book. If you are a former player at UWCC we want to hear from you to keep you informed about the Reunion and how the club is currently operating.

Please reply to the Reunion email address (uowcricket@bigpond.com) with your contact details as well as details of any former club members that you are contact with. If you have any past articles, photographs etc – they would be very welcome.  For further information – please contact Geoff Mettam (4227 5757) or John Pemberton (4229 1635).

Professional development opportunities for alumni - WCA’s Winter Business Workshop Series
The current financial situation means business skills and confidence are more important than ever! Our one day workshop series, based on requests from alumni, will be held in July, August and September. Choose one, two or all three!

Work more effectively
How to prioritise your work, enhance your performance & move ahead with your career.

Workplace relationships- make them work for you
Establish and manage effective workplace relationships.

Teams- make them work
How to effectively manage teams to achieve desired outcomes

Discounts for alumni! Delivered in Wollongong- no need to drive to Sydney! Take as a stand alone unit – or use it to build towards a BSB40807 Cert IV in Frontline Management.  Full details of Workshop Series

2009 Annual Fund
Would you like to support pioneering researchers in the fight against breast cancer and prostate cancer, and determined students following in the footsteps of alumni like you? Donate now to the 2009 Annual Fund to inspire talented UOW researchers and students.  Find out more and donate online at www.uow.edu.au/donations

Calling US or Canadian Citizens/ Permanent Residents - Study in Australia: 2009 Video Contest
Anyone who has studied in Australia, is thinking about studying in Australia, or simply has a general interest in Australia is eligible to submit a video. Videos must incorporate all three Study in

Australia brand themes: Live – Cultural experiences or opportunities, in Australia, Learn – Academic experiences or opportunities, Grow – Growing as an individual.

Full details: www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/northamerica

Volunteers Required for Graduation Ceremonies
Nearly 1500 students will be graduating over six ceremonies between 22 and 24 July. Graduation volunteers are required at each ceremony to greet guests, hand out graduation booklets and direct students & guests to appropriate seating areas. Please email your expression of interest by 4.00pm Friday 26 June 2009 to Glen Meznaric (glenm@uow.edu.au) 

Save with UOW Alumni Discounts
Don’t forget to use your UOW Alumni Benefits Card. You can receive great savings on a range of products and services, from arts and accommodation to legal services and health & well-being. Full list of alumni discounts 

Last reviewed: 4 June, 2009