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February 2023
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Message from the Vice Chancellor
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Professor Carolyn Evans, Vice Chancellor and President
In 2023, for the first time in years, we can start the year with confidence about our ability to teach our students from Australia and overseas face to face. Even before the start of Trimester 1 it is lovely to see our cafes, libraries and social spaces start to come to life with staff, students and visitors to our beautiful campuses. I acknowledge that we are particularly lucky here in South East Queensland and extend my best wishes to those who have family or friends who have been affected by the floods in Australia and New Zealand, the earthquake in Syria and Turkey, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and all the many other crises impacting on people around the world...
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Alumni stories
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Notable Alumni Profile |
Georgina Hopson
Awards and lead roles aplenty, Georgina credits the Queensland Conservatorium for her work ethic, tools and techniques she has used to take the stage by storm.
Meet Georgina
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Met at Griffith |
Andrew and Darren
When law students Andrew Fraser and Darren Sumich 'wiped the floor' in a moot together in 1996, their winning celebrations at the pub kickstarted a lifelong friendship. Darren was the best man at Andrew's wedding and Andrew is godfather to Darren's daughter. 
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The Sultan of Space: "It was my dream to become a pilot and an astronaut"
In a case of a childhood dream coming true, alumnus Dr Sultan Al Neyadi is heading to the International Space Station.
Meet Sultan
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4 Ingredients to becoming a cookbook and TV sensation
A previous recipient of an Outstanding Alumni Award and founder of 4 Ingredients cookbooks has launched her own show on Foxtel,4 Ingredients—The Easiest Cooking Show Ever.
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Congrats to Alumni achieving Australia Day Honours
Among a long list of members of the Griffith community is alumnus and Adjuct Research Fellow at Griffith Criminology Institute, Dr Heather Nancarrow who has received a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) award for significant service to education and to the safety of women.
See the recipients
Upcoming events
4 March 2023 | Los Angeles alumni networking event
8 March 2023 | Toronto alumni networking event
9 March 2023 | Preparing and Positioning for your Board Role, a PD webinar
10 March 2023 | New York alumni networking event
22 March - 2 April 2023 | World Science Festival (20% off using code WSFBGUEST23)
22, 28 and 29 March 2023 | Pathways to Medicine information sessions
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Benefits and resources
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Professional development: Belonging matters, how to build an inclusive culture
Effective inclusion, equity and empathy practices in the workplace can be incredibly powerful—increasing performance and building a vibrant work culture that fosters a sense of belonging. 
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Discount: Mantra Hotels
Save up to 50% on accommodation with the Mantra Hotels. Alumni can now receive discounted accommodation by entering our exclusive Departure Lounge code. To access this code please email alumni@griffith.edu.au.
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