Newsletter Berwick campus

Represent Monash Berwick and help beat breast cancer at the Mothers Day Classic

Put your running or walking shoes on, represent the campus and help to beat breast cancer by participating in the Mother's Day Classic.We need at least 30 people to represent the Berwick campus. Our group can consist of staff, students and their family and friends. The first 300 people to register will receive a free PUMA t-shirt valued at $90.

You don't have to run.There is a 4km walk for those who are happy to stroll. The event kicks off near the Alexandra Gardens on St Kilda road and follows a beautiful, scenic route around the botanical gardens.

The Mothers Day Classic is the biggest community fundraising event for breast cancer in Australia. With over 35,000 people participating nationally, this walk/run event gives people the chance to make a real difference to the lives of those diagnosed with breast cancer. All proceeds from the Mothers Day Classic are donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation that promotes and supports research for the prevention and treatment of breast cancer.

Participants who are entering as part of TeamMONASH™ can choose between the:
8km run
4km run
4km walk

Please visit http://www.sport.monash.edu.au/events/mothers-day-classic.html for information on how to register and pay your entry fee or contact Karen Petersen, Campus Marketing Manager for further details.
Free training sessions for Berwick participants will take place on Mondays (23/4, 30/4 and 7/5) from 2pm-3pm on the soccer pitch located at the front Building 901.

Monash Berwick unveils glass artwork and storyboards to commemorate 10th anniversary

City of Casey Mayor, Cr Colin Butler recently unveiled glass panel artwork and storyboards commemorating the history of the Monash University Berwick site in an official ceremony at the campus.

The glass panels and storyboards were created by artist and Monash alumna, Kristin McFarlane (pictured above), well-known for designing the Australian of the Year Awards.

“As an artist and alumna of Monash University, I was honoured to be offered the opportunity to create these pieces for the Monash Berwick campus,” said Ms McFarlane.

“The work was also interesting to me on a personal level. My family has a historical connection to Berwick and researching the history of the region was fascinating.”

Ms McFarlane undertook her research of the site (once Casey Airfield) with local historian Bill Hudson and academics Paul Sugden and Associate Professor Lionel Frost who collaborated with the Berwick Mechanics Institute, Casey Cardinia Library Association, the Casey/Cardinia Branch of the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and local journalist Jim Mynard.

“The collaborative nature of this project really symbolises the community spirit of the area,” said Ms McFarlane. “I am delighted that this spirit could be captured in the final artwork and become a permanent feature of the Monash Berwick campus.”

Both artworks are permanently on display in the foyer of building 901 at the Berwick campus.

The Cs of Business Management Control

Monash University Berwick Business and Education Group (MUBBEG) is running a business seminar on Thursday April 26th from 5.30pm to 6.30pm entitled:

The Cs of Business Management Control.

Philip Taylor, Director of Perto Practitioners Pty Ltd will deliver the seminar. Mr Taylor has a background in management and training. He has also been a judge in the Telstra/Victorian Government Small Business Awards.

Mr Taylor's role at Perto Practitioners Pty Ltd involves him working with businesses to enhance their management skills, assisting with business progression and providing business analysis.

For more information about this event please contact David Allman, Community Projects Officer on 03 9904 7081 or download a registration form.

Previous issues of Berwick Campus News available here

MUBS opens gym on campus

Monash Union of Berwick Students have opened a fully-equipped gym on campus to service the fitness needs of their fellow students.

The ribbon was cut by Campus Manager, Katherine Lock (pictured right).

The MUBS Gym provides students with a variety of free weights, pin-loaded machines for resitance training plus an exercise bike and cross trainer for cardio workouts.

"I wanted to create a fun space where students can get together and workout in a safe and informative environment," said MUBS Sports Office Steve Corney (also pictured right).

"The gym walls have valuable information on what exercises to do and the safest way to do them."

MUBS Gym is located in Building 903 Room 109 and is open from 8am - Midnight Monday to Friday. Students can access it by using their student cards.

Please contact MUBS on 03 9904 7092 for further information.

Survival Week teaches students the importance of balance

Adjusting to university life can be tough. Coping with the demands of study, making new friends and for many, living out of home for the first time can take their toll on first year university students.

To assist students in achieving a smooth transition to university life, Monash University Berwick recently ran a week-long event called Student Survival Week.

“Student Survival Week encourages students to take advantage of the free services and support available to them on campus,” said Andrew Marks, Health, Wellbeing and Development Manager at Monash University’s Berwick campus.

“Monash Berwick students have access to free counselling, financial aid, chaplaincy, academic and career advice. Survival Week helps to connect struggling students with these services before their problems become too great.”

In collaboration with the campus’ Health, Wellbeing and Development department, the Monash Union of Berwick Students (MUBS) organised a number of relevant campus activities including yoga, meditation, and free meals to assist fellow students.

Balance was one of the key themes for Student Survival Week 2007 aptly depicted in the photo of Josh Hope participating in a Circus Tricks activity.


	Represent Monash Berwick and help beat breast cancer at the Mothers Day Classic Put your running or walking shoes on, represent the campus and help to beat breast cancer by participating in the Mother's Day Classic.We need at least 30 people to represent the Berwick campus. Our group can consist of staff, students and their family and friends. The first 300 people to register will receive a free PUMA t-shirt valued at $90. You don't have to run.There is a 4km walk for those who are happy to stroll. The event kicks off near the Alexandra Gardens on St Kilda road and follows a beautiful, scenic route around the botanical gardens. The Mothers Day Classic is the biggest community fundraising event for breast cancer in Australia. With over 35,000 people participating nationally, this walk/run event gives people the chance to make a real difference to the lives of those diagnosed with breast cancer. All proceeds from the Mothers Day Classic are donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation that promotes and supports research for the prevention and treatment of breast cancer. Participants who are entering as part of TeamMONASH™ can choose between the: 8km run 4km run 4km walk Please visit http://www.sport.monash.edu.au/events/mothers-day-classic.html for information on how to register and pay your entry fee or contact Karen Petersen, Campus Marketing Manager for further details. Free training sessions for Berwick participants will take place on Mondays (23/4, 30/4 and 7/5) from 2pm-3pm on the soccer pitch located at the front Building 901.
	Monash Berwick unveils glass artwork and storyboards to commemorate 10th anniversary City of Casey Mayor, Cr Colin Butler recently unveiled glass panel artwork and storyboards commemorating the history of the Monash University Berwick site in an official ceremony at the campus. The glass panels and storyboards were created by artist and Monash alumna, Kristin McFarlane (pictured above), well-known for designing the Australian of the Year Awards. “As an artist and alumna of Monash University, I was honoured to be offered the opportunity to create these pieces for the Monash Berwick campus,” said Ms McFarlane. “The work was also interesting to me on a personal level. My family has a historical connection to Berwick and researching the history of the region was fascinating.” Ms McFarlane undertook her research of the site (once Casey Airfield) with local historian Bill Hudson and academics Paul Sugden and Associate Professor Lionel Frost who collaborated with the Berwick Mechanics Institute, Casey Cardinia Library Association, the Casey/Cardinia Branch of the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and local journalist Jim Mynard. “The collaborative nature of this project really symbolises the community spirit of the area,” said Ms McFarlane. “I am delighted that this spirit could be captured in the final artwork and become a permanent feature of the Monash Berwick campus.” Both artworks are permanently on display in the foyer of building 901 at the Berwick campus. The Cs of Business Management Control Monash University Berwick Business and Education Group (MUBBEG) is running a business seminar on Thursday April 26th from 5.30pm to 6.30pm entitled: The Cs of Business Management Control. Philip Taylor, Director of Perto Practitioners Pty Ltd will deliver the seminar. Mr Taylor has a background in management and training. He has also been a judge in the Telstra/Victorian Government Small Business Awards. Mr Taylor's role at Perto Practitioners Pty Ltd involves him working with businesses to enhance their management skills, assisting with business progression and providing business analysis. For more information about this event please contact David Allman, Community Projects Officer on 03 9904 7081 or download a registration form. Previous issues of Berwick Campus News available here	MUBS opens gym on campus Monash Union of Berwick Students have opened a fully-equipped gym on campus to service the fitness needs of their fellow students. The ribbon was cut by Campus Manager, Katherine Lock (pictured right). The MUBS Gym provides students with a variety of free weights, pin-loaded machines for resitance training plus an exercise bike and cross trainer for cardio workouts. "I wanted to create a fun space where students can get together and workout in a safe and informative environment," said MUBS Sports Office Steve Corney (also pictured right). "The gym walls have valuable information on what exercises to do and the safest way to do them." MUBS Gym is located in Building 903 Room 109 and is open from 8am - Midnight Monday to Friday. Students can access it by using their student cards. Please contact MUBS on 03 9904 7092 for further information. Survival Week teaches students the importance of balance Adjusting to university life can be tough. Coping with the demands of study, making new friends and for many, living out of home for the first time can take their toll on first year university students. To assist students in achieving a smooth transition to university life, Monash University Berwick recently ran a week-long event called Student Survival Week. “Student Survival Week encourages students to take advantage of the free services and support available to them on campus,” said Andrew Marks, Health, Wellbeing and Development Manager at Monash University’s Berwick campus. “Monash Berwick students have access to free counselling, financial aid, chaplaincy, academic and career advice. Survival Week helps to connect struggling students with these services before their problems become too great.” In collaboration with the campus’ Health, Wellbeing and Development department, the Monash Union of Berwick Students (MUBS) organised a number of relevant campus activities including yoga, meditation, and free meals to assist fellow students. Balance was one of the key themes for Student Survival Week 2007 aptly depicted in the photo of Josh Hope participating in a Circus Tricks activity.