Welcome to the Alumni newsletter for February 2019

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Message from the Vice Chancellor

Over three wonderful weeks as Vice Chancellor of Griffith University I’ve been exposed to a rich tapestry of experiences which have provided insights into this remarkable institution – from a moving welcome by our Indigenous Council of Elders, to touring our health clinics which provide critical public services to thousands of people every year, to opening an interdisciplinary conference on the future of the professions, to celebrating the leadership of our Institute for Drug Discovery.

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Griffith grad to represent Australia at Eurovision

Griffith alumnus Kate Miller-Heidke has been chosen to represent Australia in the Eurovision Song Contest.

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Hotelier rises to the top

A dynamic career in Asia's luxury hotel industry started with a Griffith degree and a job in room service at an iconic hotel.

Remarkable Alumnus

Griffith researchers win 'AI for Earth' award

Two Griffith University PhD researchers have been awarded an artificial intelligence "AI for Earth" Azure Award from Microsoft to access data to develop a below and above-ground carbon interchange model of green storm water infrastructure in our cities.

Green infrastructure

New social enterprise partnership announced

Griffith University's Yunus Social Business Centre has announced a new partnership with the Queensland Social Enterprise Council, creating a unified front to further develop and strengthen the state's burgeoning social enterprise sector.

Growing sector

Remarkable Tales: Alex Podger

Griffith film school graduate Alex Podger has risen to become director of the Woodford Folk Festival closing fire event - the largest outdoor performance of its type in Australia.

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Changes coming to Griffith Alumni Google accounts

From Monday 11 March, Griffith Alumni Gmail accounts will be migrated to Outlook 365 and Google Drive will be disabled. If you use your @griffithuni Alumni email or want to save important files or data on your Google Drive, you will need to take action!

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Alumni Award nominations open Monday 4 March

With 200,000+ alumni achieving the remarkable in their communities at home and across the globe, there are many stories to share and celebrate. Join our search for the University's next Outstanding Griffith Alumni Award winners.

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Events

Australia China Alumni Association (ACAA) Welcome Back Receptions

Saturday 16 March 2019 - Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou

The ACAA is hosting a series of welcome back receptions for recent graduates returning to China. Meet graduates, share experiences and hear about industry trends and career pathways.

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Contemporary Entrepreneur: Perceptions and Reality

Monday 25 March, Brisbane and Thursday 4 April, Gold Coast

Griffith University Alumni and Friends are invited to attend our panel and networking events. A panel of Alumni entrepreneurs will share their stories and journeys to success, and discuss with a leading academic in Entrepreneurship what it takes to succeed as a contemporary entrepreneur.

Hong Kong Alumni Networking Event

Friday 12 April 2019, Hotel ICON, Hong Kong

Griffith University Alumni and friends are invited to attend our Hong Kong Alumni Networking Event. Make new connections, build on existing relationships, share stories and hear what is happening at the University.