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Friday, March 26th, 2010

Bond University Wins International Law Competition

Bond University law school students proved once again why the school is notorious for its law programs, taking home Best Defence Counsel and Best Oralist at the International Criminal Court Trial Competition in The Hague.

The competition was held Feb. 14-19, where 18 universities competed from 14 different countries, including Bond University and Canada’s Osgoode Hall.

The International Criminal Court Trial Competition allows top law students from around the world to improve their knowledge of the ICC and its proceedings.

Bond University Law School‘s mooter Ashleigh Light received accolades as Best Oralist, making this the second year in a row that the Bond Law School has won this International speaking prize. The university also won the award for Best Defence Counsel. Bond University was the only team besides Osgoode Hall to win two out of the six awards available.

The Bond University Law School team consisted of Light as Defence counsel, Daniel Ryan for the Prosecution, Hannah Maher as the Victims’ Counsel, Rowan Kendell as Researcher, Sarah Bond as Researcher and Senior Teaching Fellow Joseph Crowley as Coach.

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Thursday, March 25th, 2010

Melbourne University Alum gather in Toronto

Though they may range in age, discipline and favourite footie teams, the University of Melbourne alumni share a special connection, and some of them got together last month at the National Club in downtown Toronto.

Consul-General Stefan Trofimovs (LLB, 1969) gave a warm welcome to his fellow alumni at the Feb. 12 event, and he encouraged engagement with the University of Melbourne, with each other, and with the wider ex-patriot community in Toronto.

Professor John Dewar, Provost, then provided alumni a summary of recent news from the university. With the announcement of the partnership between the University of Melbourne and IBM just that week, Professor Dewar relayed the excitement that was being felt on campus. He also gave a brief update on the continued roll-out of the Melbourne Model and the shift of the university to a graduate school model.

There is a small, but dedicated group of alumni in Toronto. If you are a former University of Melbourne student and live in Toronto, or if you know of additional alumni contacts or have ideas for events: TorontoAlum.UniMelb@gmail.com

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Tags: Australian Law Schools in Australia, Melbourne Juris Doctor Program, OzTREKK, Study in Australia, University of Melbourne, University of Melbourne Alumni, University of Melbourne Law School
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Thursday, March 18th, 2010

Pre-departure Webinar this Friday

As part of OzTREKK‘s services to our students, we are really excited to host a pre-departure webinar this week for our students slated to begin their studies in Australia this summer. From across Canada, these students will have the chance to watch a live webinar hosted by OzTREKK Director Matt Miernik, while having the opportunity to ask questions and chat live with other students who are also enrolled in the Semester 2, 2010 intake.

Scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. (Ontario time) this Friday, March 19, students will log in to a website, where they will then see Matt via video, and can ask him questions live. From find accommodations to opening up an Australian bank account, Matt has all the answers, and he is really looking forward to talking with the students.

“Each autumn, we usually host pre-departure seminars across the country for students enrolled in the semester 1 program,” he says. “Though fewer students enrol for semester 2, we still wanted to provide them with the opportunity to experience a pre-departure seminar. So this way, they can watch it from the comfort of their own homes and chat live with both myself and other students. I’m really excited for this opportunity to chat with the students and answer any questions they may have about life in Australia.”

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Monday, March 15th, 2010

What OzTREKK students have to say…

Want to know what past students think of OzTREKK‘s services? Here is a sampling of what some of our students have to say about their experiences working with us:

“OzTREKK made everything run very smoothly. Communication was excellent, and I always felt well informed. I got the feeling they really care about the students. I am glad I chose to go through OzTREKK – they really demystified the whole application process for me.”

Petr Cigner
University of Queensland Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery, 2009

“I had an awesome experience with OzTREKK. They were very helpful and knowledgeable, made the application process real simple, were there for me to answer any questions and in the end, gave me a $500 scholarship!”

Sergiy Zhyznomirskyy
Macquarie University Master of Commerce in Business, 2009

“I found my experience with OzTREKK to be both a positive and pivotal moment in my decision to attend Bond. The help and words of encouragement I received from both Matt Miernik and Nicole Buchanan were incredible. They were dedicated to providing me with the facts and support I needed to not only make my final decision to move to Australia, but also guided me through the pre-departure process.”

Sathiaseelan Nulliah
Bond University Juris Doctor, 2009

Check our more OzTREKK student testimonials!

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Thursday, March 11th, 2010

A Dog Surfing?

Too nervous to try out surfing while studying in Australia? Just remember – an old dog can always learn new surf moves…or something like that.

The Black Dog Surfing School in Byron Bay is OzTREKK tested and approved. With 1:5 teacher to student ratio, the lessons are very thorough and they guarantee you’ll be standing by the lesson’s end, or you get another lesson free!

OzTREKK staff members tried it out, and though we didn’t get to see company mascot, George the Black Dog, out on his board, we did walk away with salty hair, tired muscles and photos proving that yes, we did stand up and stay on our boards!

Happy surfing!

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Friday, March 5th, 2010

University of Queensland gets $10 million Thank You

University of Queensland Medical School alumnus Dr Ron Thomson has decided to say thank you for his education in a big way – with a $10 million bequest.

Dr Thomson, who graduated in 1956, is a former practising Surgeon and now practising Medico-Legal consultant, who spent most of his working life in Sydney. Over the past 18 months, he has been visiting his alma mater to decide where his substantial gift should be directed.

“Without my medical degree and all of what followed as a result, I wouldn’t have been in a position to give something back to the University in recognition of what it gave me, which was the opportunity to obtain that Degree,” he said.

An investment portfolio, presently estimated at $10 million, has been set aside in Dr Thomson’s will.

The gift will be invested and a range of UQ projects will benefit from its annual interest of approximately $400,000 to $500,000.

Dr Thomson’s bequest, which will also honour his mother, Pauline, will be split between research at the UQ Centre for Clinical Research and teaching in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Pathology, in the UQ School of Medicine.

University of Queensland Vice Chancellor, Professor Paul Greenfield compared the gift to that of the Mayne family – key figures in the establishment of UQ.

“He calls himself an ‘ordinary’ person but I disagree. He is undoubtedly extraordinary and the University will still be celebrating his life in 2110 – our bicentenary,” Professor Greenfield said.

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Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Bond University Hosts Canadian Information Sessions

As spring inches our way, students are wrapping up final exams, ultimately leading to their plans for the future.

Now is a good time to look at Bond University.

The Australian university located on the Gold Coast is a popular choice for Canadians who wish to complete postgraduate studies, specifically the Bond Law School.

This is the perfect opportunity to look at your study options in Australia, which is why Bond University‘s Lachlan Grant will host information sessions in March across Canada. OzTREKK Director Matt Miernik will accompany Lachlan,
and Matt will be available to answer questions related to the application and pre-departure phases for Canadian students.

If you want to learn more about Bond University, check out the below dates and locations of the upcoming Canadian information sessions:

Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Event: York University Fair
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: Stong Dining Hall

Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Event: Toronto Information Sessions
Time: 7 p.m.
Venue: Elgin Room, Sheraton Centre,
123 Queen St. W.
Toronto

Thursday, March 4, 2010
Event: University of Western Ontario Information Booth
Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Venue: Atrium, University Community Centre (UCC)
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario

Thursday, March 4, 2010
Event: York University Information Session
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Venue: VH 3006 (Rm 3006, Vari Hall)
York University

Friday, March 5, 2010
Event: Vancouver Interview Session
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Venue: Lobby, North Tower, Sheraton
Vancouver Wall Centre, 1088 Burrard Street
Vancouver, B.C.

Saturday, March 6, 2010
Event: Vancouver Information Session
Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Venue: C225, UBC Robson Square Campus
800 Robson St.
Vancouver, B.C.

Applications for the September intake to the Bond University Juris Doctor at the Bond University Law School are now open. To apply for the highly popular September intake at Bond, please visit: http://oztrekk.com/programs/how/bond_jd.php

Applications are still being accepted for the upcoming May intake at Bond University. It is recommended that if you would like to commence your studies at Bond University this coming May, please apply via OzTREKK no later than Friday, March 12, 2010. To apply to the law program at Bond University please visit: http://oztrekk.com/programs/how/bond_jd.php

NOTE: If you are in the Vancouver area and you would like to schedule a one-on-one meeting with Lachlan Grant from Bond University to learn more about your study options, please contact Nicole Buchanan at OzTREKK to book your time slot on Friday, March 5, 2010: nicole@oztrekk.com

About Bond

Bond University is located on the Gold Coast, and is a popular destination for Canadians who wish to practise law.

Not only does the school provide first-class learning facilities, it offers courses related to the Canadian Legal System, all of which are taught by Canadian law professors. On top of that, the school has an active Canadian Law Students’ Association. Canadian students have the opportunity to study in Australia’s Gold Coast, while earning a well-respected law degree, which is ranked No. 1 in Australia for student satisfaction and finding full-time employment following graduation.

Other popular programs at Bond University include the Master of Communications, the Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery program as well as the Sustainable development program options.

Learn more about Bond University!

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Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

University of Melbourne Highlights Campus Successes

Melbourne Uni Gets Up Close and with Vision

The University of Melbourne is continually upping its game in the social media field. The have a “Melbourne Newsroom” webpage, where faculty, students and anyone interested can tune in to the university, and learn about its most recent accomplishments and hear from its world-renowned staff.

Not only does the University of Melbourne publish a monthly newsletter, the Melbourne Newsroom also features Visions, a video corner whereby interviews take place with University of Melbourne staff, as well as the podcast show, Up Close, where visitors can can catch on to some interesting perspective offered by the University of Melbourne‘s best and brightest.

With so many options, it makes the Melbourne Newsroom a worthwhile stop.

Click here to watch Bachelor of Commerce student Joshua Engwerda talks about his project to grow perfect heart shaped strawberries…and how he slept for 24 hours straight after Valentines Day!

The University of Melbourne has a good vision when it comes to providing information from its campus successes!

Learn more about a Melbourne program with Vision: The University of Melbourne Doctor of Optometry program!

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Bond University Wins International Law Competition

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Pre-departure Webinar this Friday

What OzTREKK students have to say…

A Dog Surfing?

University of Queensland gets $10 million Thank You

Bond University Hosts Canadian Information Sessions

University of Melbourne Highlights Campus Successes

Melbourne Uni Gets Up Close and with Vision

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