Vice-Chancellor's Awards 2007
Victoria University aims to involve its staff in a creative and rewarding learning community
for the benefit of both students and staff. The Vice¬-Chancellor's Awards scheme, which recognises
staff excellence and achievements, is an important way of promoting this involvement. This year the
Vice-Chancellor's Award scheme has been revised and expanded so that it more effectively recognises
and rewards staff achievement for the breadth and variety of activities and services provided across
the University and beyond. The existing suite of Vice Chancellor's Excellence Awards for Research and
Research Training has been included within the new award scheme to establish a single recognised formal
hierarchy of the Vice-Chancellor's Staff Awards. Those who receive Vice Chancellor's awards work in a
large variety of roles throughout the University - in TAFE and Higher Education - in teaching, research,
administration and support roles. What they have in common is that they provide an exemplary level of
commitment and achievement in their roles and help to enhance the VU experience.
We acknowledge and celebrate their achievements.
Click on the categories below to see the winners in each
category. The Peak Award winners for each category are listed on
this page - see
below.
Vice-Chancellor's Citations and Award for Outstanding
Service to Victoria University 2007
Purpose of Citations and Award
These annual citations and peak award recognise and celebrate the diverse service contributions that individuals and teams make to the Victoria University Community (on and/or off campus). The service citations encourage and recognise outstanding service or work performance of staff. The Vice-Chancellor may grant a maximum of 5 citations - $500 each and a certificate.
Winners of these Citations were eligible for selection for the Vice-Chancellor's Peak Award for Outstanding Service to Victoria University. The peak award winner received $2,000 and a certificate.
Peak Award Winner 2007
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Ms Sarah Wood
Human Resources
Workforce
Policy & Planning
CITATION AWARD: For an outstanding and widely
recognised best practice contribution to VU through the
development, implementation, maintenance and review of the
Staff Performance and Development Plan process
PEAK AWARD: For professional commitment of the highest
order in developing, implementing, maintaining and reviewing
the University’s Staff Performance and Development Plan
process, which stands as an exemplary contribution to the
University and is widely recognised as establishing
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Citation Winners
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A Challenger Brand in Education Team
Marketing & Public Relations
Office of Director & Commencing Students:
- Mr Tere Daly
- Ms Antoinette de Villiers
- Ms Christine Mountford
- Ms Christine White
For creating a positive shift in how VU is perceived
both internally and externally through the creation of the
VU brand – ‘A New School of Thought’ |
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Ms Kym Bakaric
Faculty of Business & Law
Centre for Work Integrated Learning
For an excellent contribution to a high
quality student experience, to improved graduate outcomes,
and to the achievement of VU’s strategic goals |
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Dr Meng Lim
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Science
School of Nursing & Midwifery
For establishing outstanding industry links and
enhancing industry partnerships in the healthcare sector in
providing the Pre-Registration Course for Overseas Qualified
Nurses |
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Ms Kaye Walta
Scholarships Office
Student Operations
For outstanding service to current and prospective
scholarship recipients and to staff, delivered with
enthusiasm and commitment |
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Vice Chancellor's Citations for Programs That Enhance Learning
Purpose of Citations
These annual citations recognise and reward outstanding innovation and achievement in programs which support
and enhance learning and the overall student experience. This support and enhancement may be in the form of a
distinct program or ongoing service that makes an outstanding contribution to the quality of student learning
and/or the quality of the overall student experience at Victoria University.
The Vice-Chancellor may grant a maximum of 4 citations - $2,000 each and a certificate.
There is no peak award granted in this category.
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Career Change Program Team
Teaching & Learning Support, Staff College
and
Faculty of Arts, Education & Human Development
School of Education:
- Ms Rosie Greenfield
- Ms Jayne Pitard
- Mr Rod Moore
For developing an innovative work based approach to
teacher training through the Career Change Program, which
emphasises reflective practice and portfolio assessment |
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Centre for Work Integrated Learning Team
Faculty of Business & Law
Centre for Work Integrated Learning:
- Ms Toni Arnott
- Ms Kym Bakaric
- Mr Barry Broons
- Mrs Terry Miller
- Ms Tania Piacente
For an excellent contribution to a high quality student
experience, to improved graduate outcomes, and to the
achievement of VU’s strategic goals |
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Vice-Chancellor's Citations And Awards For Excellence In Research And Research Training 2007
Purpose of Citations and Awards
The Vice-Chancellor has approved the presentation of Awards for Excellence in Research to recognise
high quality research and research training within the University. Citations may be made for an individual
Staff Researcher, for a Research Degree Graduate and for Research Supervision. One Citation for excellence
in research may be made available to a staff member of the TAFE Division. Up to three citations will be made
available to Research Teams, to be judged from across the University. The recipients of the citations will
then be considered for the peak awards, called 'The Vice-Chancellor's Peak Award for Excellence in Research'.
One peak award may be awarded in each of the categories of Staff Researcher, Research Degree Graduate, Research
Supervision and Research Team
All awardees will receive a prize of $500 and a certificate. The Staff, Student Supervision, Research Degree
Graduate and Research Team recipients of the Peak Awards for Excellence will each receive an award for $5,000
and a certificate. Prize money is to be used to further the research or related research, by staff and preferably
by graduates if appropriate.
Peak Award Winner 2007 - Research Degree Graduate
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Dr Iwona Miliszewska
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Science
School of Computer Science & Mathematics
CITATION AWARD: For an important contribution to knowledge
which will support improvements in transnational education, and
for a dedicated commitment to publishing the outcomes of her
research
PEAK AWARD: For an exceptional contribution to knowledge
which will support improvements in transnational education, and
for an exemplary commitment to publishing the outcomes of her
research |
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Citation Winners 2007 - Research Degree Graduate
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Dr Mladen Georgievski, former PhD
student
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Science
School of
Computer Science & Mathematics
For significant research, and strategic research
management, leading to the application of new models for user-centred
Quality of Service management in networked multimedia
applications |
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Dr Regina Quiazon
Faculty of Arts, Education & Human Development
School of Social Sciences
For a highly regarded, original contribution to our
understanding of visual knowledge, and for excellence in
research management |
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Peak Award Winner 2007 - Research Supervision
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Associate Professor Chris Perera
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Science
School of Architectural, Civil & Mechanical Engineering
CITATION AWARD: For sustained excellence in research
supervision, and for extensive contributions to applied
research in water engineering
PEAK AWARD: For sustained and exemplary excellence in
research supervision, and for contributions of the highest
order to applied research in water engineering |
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Citation Winners 2007 - Research Supervision
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Dr Daryl Marchant
Faculty of Arts, Education & Human Development
School of Human Movement, Recreation & Performance
For the sustained provision of excellent research
supervision which emphasises scholarly collaboration and the
development skills that provide his students with strong
career foundations |
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Associate Professor Mary Millikan
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Science
School of Molecular Sciences
For contributions to applied research, and for the
sustained provision of excellent research supervision which
emphasises scholarly collaboration and the development
skills that provide her students with strong career
foundations |
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Citation and Peak Award Winner 2007 - Research Team
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Research Group in Mathematical Inequalities & Applications Team
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Science
School of Computer Science & Mathematics:
- Associate Professor Neil Barnett
- Associate Professor Peter Cerone
- Professor Sever Dragomir
- Associate Professor Anthony Sofo
- Dr Xun Yi
CITATION AWARD: For significant contributions, over a
sustained period, to research in mathematical inequalities, and
for extensive contributions to the scholarly literature
PEAK AWARD: For an exemplary team contribution over a
sustained period to research in mathematical inequalities, and
for significant contributions to the scholarly literature |
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Vice-Chancellor's Citations and Award for Outstanding Engagement 2007
Purpose of Citations and Award
These annual citations and peak award recognise and celebrate the diverse
contributions that individuals and teams make to facilitate the engagement of
Victoria University within its region, with its partners, communities and with
industry and the professions. The citations may recognise a distinct educational
partnership, program or ongoing activity that makes an outstanding contribution
to Victoria University. The types of partnerships are not limited and may include advocacy;
the provision of pathways to education and training; the development of strong relationships
with culturally diverse communities; the promotion of regional learning collaborations, and
the construction of a strong knowledge base to underpin regional development.
The Vice-Chancellor may grant a maximum of 5 citations - $500 each and a certificate.
Winners of these Citations were eligible for selection for the Vice-Chancellor's Award
for Outstanding Engagement. The winner received $2,000 and a certificate.
Peak Award Winner 2007
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Associate Professor Lily Stojanovska
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Science
School of Biomedical Sciences
CITATION AWARD: For outstanding contribution to improved
community health, and to VU's engagement with local communities,
through establishing and developing the Women's Health Network
in the West
PEAK AWARD: For a remarkable and exemplary contribution to
improved community health, and to the University's positive
engagement with local communities, through a dedicated
commitment to the establishment and development of the Women’s
Health Network in the West |
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Citation Winners 2007
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VU & TNT Recycling Textbooks Team
Faculty of Business & Law
School of Applied Economics:
- Dr Michelle Fong
- Mr Robert Sims
- Mr Mark Aylward (TNT Australia Pty Ltd)
- and Mr Bill Terzoglou (TNT Australia Pty Ltd)
For an ongoing collaborative partnership in textbook
recycling that generates environmental, social and economic
benefits for VU, TNT, offshore education partners, local and
international communities, and for our students |
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Ms Karen Jackson
Faculty of Arts, Education & Human Development
School of Human Movement, Recreation & Performance
For building and sustaining connections with Indigenous
Victorian communities, enabling delivery of educational programs
to meet specific needs, and in recognition of her leadership
role in indigenous communities in Victoria |
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Ms Jane McLennan
Faculty of Workforce Development
School of Sport & Science
For building and sustaining networks in the West that
connect professional and community groups, and through which our
students consistently access outstanding learning opportunities |
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Vice Chancellor's Citations and Award for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning 2007
Purpose of Citations and Award
The Vice-Chancellor's Citations and Award for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning are granted
to people who have made a significant con¬tribution to the quality of student learning and/or the student
experience in a specific area of responsibility, whether they are academic or teaching staff, general staff,
sessional staff or University associates including those at an early stage in their academic, teaching or
administrative career.
The Vice-Chancellor may grant a maximum of 10 citations - $500 each and a certificate. Winners of these
Citations are automatically eligible for selection for the Vice-Chancellor's Peak Award for Outstanding
Contribution to Student Learning. The peak award winner will receive $2,000, and a certificate.
Peak Award Winner 2007
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Dr Michael Longo
Faculty of Business & Laww
School of Law
CITATION AWARD: For sustained excellence in creating
transformative learning experiences that account for student
diversity, inspiring learning and earning the recognition of
peers
PEAK AWARD: For an exemplary, original and sustained
contribution to the creation of transformative learning
experiences that respect student diversity and inspire both his
students and his peers |
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Citation Winners 2007
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Health, Language & Literacy Team
VU College
School of English Language & Preparatory Programs & Services:
- Ms Cathy Bushell
- Mr Paul Conroy
- Mr Bob Keith
- Ms Helen Lindesay
- Ms Maxine Revere
- Ms Natalie Williams
For providing highly effective, inclusive and flexible
learning opportunities which place students at the heart of
teaching practice, and which expand their choices in learning
and in work |
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Personal Services Team
Faculty of Workforce Development
School of Personal Services:
- Ms Chris Beros
- Ms Pam Boyle
- Ms Jann Fullerton
- Mr Joe Monitto
- Ms Glenda Vadnjal
For widely recognised contributions to teaching and
the hairdressing industry, and for sustained commitment to
outstanding learning and employment outcomes for students |
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Dr Marty Grace
Faculty of Arts, Education & Human Developmentt
School of Social Sciences
For a sustained, energetic and innovative contribution to
student learning, and for a continuing engagement with the
scholarship of teaching |
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Miss Jodie Limon
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Sciencee
School of Biomedical Sciences
For innovative teaching practice characterised by
enthusiasm and flexibility, and for connecting industry and VU
for the benefit of students |
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Ms Helen Webb
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Sciencee
School of Biomedical Sciences
For a remarkable contribution to learning through
curriculum innovation and development and maintenance of strong
industry links |
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Vice-Chancellor's Citations And Awards For Excellence In Teaching And Learning
Purpose of Citations and Awards
These annual Faculty citations for individuals and teams reward and celebrate exemplary teaching.
The citations recognise the efforts of teachers who have made a broad and deep contribution to enhancing the quality
of teaching and learning at Victoria University.
The Vice-Chancellor may grant a maximum of 6 citations at $2,000 each and a certificate.
Winners of citations were eligible for selection for the Vice-Chancellor's University peak award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, one for Higher Education and one for TAFE. These awards are Victoria University's premier awards and recognise and celebrate the exceptional record of advancing student learning and educational leadership in Higher Education and TAFE. The Vice-Chancellor may grant two peak awards, $5,000 each plus a certificate.
Peak Award Winner 2007 - Excellence in Teaching and Learning
TAFE
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Mr Daniel Bonnici
Faculty of Technical & Trades Innovation
School of Construction Industries
CITATION AWARD: For an excellent contribution to VETiS
and VCAL, based on extensive industry networks, excellent
relationships with schools, and a genuine interest in
student learning
PEAK AWARD: For an exemplary contribution to the
success of VETiS and VCAL, for progressive and sustained
development of industry networks and relationships with
schools, and for a genuine dedication to student learning |
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Citation Winner 2007 - Excellence in Teaching And Learning TAFE
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Ms Anne Attard
Faculty of Workforce Development
School of Nursing & Health Studies
For the consistent application of a teaching
philosophy that challenges learners, values student
achievement, and attends to individual needs |
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Peak Award Winner 2007 - Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Higher Education
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Ms Penny Bassett
Faculty of Business & Law
School of Management
CITATION AWARD: For teaching practice that inspires students from diverse
backgrounds through using innovative curricula and teaching
strategies, with particular emphasis on internationalising the
curriculum
PEAK AWARD: For exemplary teaching practice, inspiring
students from diverse backgrounds through innovative curricula and
highly original teaching strategies, and for a systematic emphasis
on internationalising the curriculum |
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Citation Winners 2007 - Excellence in Teaching and Learning Higher Education
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Mr George Comodromos
Faculty of Business & Law
School of Management
For an innovative, professional and enthusiastic teaching
practice which serves to inspire and motivate students and peers |
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Dr Hao Shi
Faculty of Health, Engineering & Science
School of Computer Science & Mathematics
For practically and positively connecting students and
workplaces through excellent leadership in a collaborative,
multidisciplinary learning environment and through distinctive
leadership of an interdisciplinary teaching program |
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Dr Caroline Symons
Faculty of Arts, Education & Human Development
School of Human Movement, Recreation & Performance
For sustained excellence and leadership in learning and
teaching, inspired by a strong teaching philosophy, and exemplified
through course coordination, and through innovative curriculum
design and delivery that is student-centred, career-focused and
inclusive |
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