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Serving in the role of Vice Chancellor at Griffith University offers a privileged and humbling insight into an institution defined by its deeply-held values. I am conscious there has been a lot of communication regarding challenging matters relating to COVID-19, so I am very pleased to be able to share with you a month of positive news, as we have much to celebrate.
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Griffith University's 2020 Outstanding Alumnus
Sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapist, Adjunct Assistant Professor Nick Marshall, is a dedicated family man, the co-founding partner of Surf Life Physio, an elite sports physiotherapist, community leader and founder of the Albatross Nippers. With a strong sense of community and connection, Nick lives his dream of helping others be the best they can be and is a passionate advocate for special needs children.
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Outstanding Young Alumnus
Dr Elise Stephenson is an Australian strategist and researcher, who is driven to be an advocate for increasingly marginalised voices, particularly those of women and young people, in Australian international affairs.
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Outstanding First Peoples Alumnus
Cameron Costello is a Quandamooka man from Moreton Bay, who has dedicated his career to advocating for and supporting opportunities for First Peoples. He uses his entrepreneurial skills to enrich the lives of the next generation and empowers them to become advocates and carers of Country.
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Outstanding International Alumnus
Zhariff Afandi is a renowned motivator, life coach, public speaker, extreme sportsman, author, father, entrepreneur and humanitarian. A creature of adaptation, Zhariff has never let being born without arms hinder his ability to lead a fulfilling life.
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Open House: Spotlight on Support Services
28 September - 1 October | Online
Open Day done differently. Our Virtual Open House gives you the freedom to explore our degrees, student life, and support services from home, as part of our interactive online event. You'll have 24/7 access to dynamic virtual study booths, information and on-demand presentations.
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Living with the land, learning from the past
Thursday 8 October | 6 - 7.15 pm AEST | Online
Moderated by renowned journalist Kerry O’Brien, the third instalment of 'A better future for all' will welcome celebrated Indigenous author, Bruce Pascoe. Together they will explore the way Bruce’s critically acclaimed book challenges conventional thinking about the First Australians as hunter gatherers.
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Symphony of Winds
Friday 9 October | QCGU | South Bank, Queensland
The Queensland Conservatorium is excited to be back performing concerts to a limited audience. Join their Wind Orchestra and Associate Professor Peter Morris on Friday 9 October for Symphony of Winds featuring student soloist, Cameron James on Euphonium.
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Introduction to Content Marketing
Wednesday 14 October | 3 - 4 pm AEST | Online
The Social Marketing @ Griffith Team will provide you with the latest tips, tools and insights to help you create content that increases awareness and attracts more loyal customers.
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Introduction to Enhancing Communication Effectiveness
Friday 23 October | 2 - 3 pm AEST | Online
Learn how to optimise your communication strategies. With a focus on enhancing communication effectiveness, you will be equipped with hands on tools that you can apply to assess and improve your communications.
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The Contemporary Entrepreneur
Watch any time | Online
What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur in the 21st century? Our panel of alumni entrepreneurs share their stories and journeys to success.
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Cyber security: A global responsibility
Watch any time | Online
You can now watch our recent webinar on cyber security any time, via our YouTube channel. Listen as Associate Professor Vallipuram Muthukkumarasamy, Muthu, discusses the fundamentals of cyber security and how evolving threats can be mitigated.
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