No 77 November 2011 SPOONING OUT THE HALL DEVELOPING LEADERS RECIPE FOR SUCCESS 8 On the Cover Warden Andrew McGowan is a leader with remarkable intellect and humanity. Read about his recipe for success on page 8. Cover photo: Andrew pictured at home by Adrian Vittorio. Contents 6 Northern Territory trip 10 Developing Leaders 11 Student of the Year 12 iPad Project Want to receive Trinity Today 15 Musical Review electronically? 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TRINIty AIms TO Offer studeNts A WOrld-class COllegIate educatION Founded in 1872 as the first college of the University of Melbourne, Trinity’s main programs include: Trinity College is a unique tertiary institution that provides a diverse • The Residential College for undergraduate and postgraduate students of range of rigorous academic programs for some 1500 talented the University of Melbourne, both resident and non-resident students from across Australia and around the world. • Trinity College Foundation Studies (TCFS), a special one-year course which prepares able overseas students for undergraduate entry to the Trinity College actively contributes to the life of the wider University and University of Melbourne and other leading Australian universities its main campus is set within the University grounds. • Trinity College Theological School (TCTS), which trains Anglican An Anglican institution, Trinity welcomes people of all faiths and none. clergy and offers courses in theology for lay people, on campus, The College celebrates, and is enriched by, the diversity of backgrounds online, and in parishes of its staff and students. • Young Leaders Summer Schools for secondary students. Royal Parade Parkville Victoria 3052 Australia | T: +61 3 9348 7100 | F: +61 3 9348 7610 | E: [email protected] | www.trinity.unimelb.edu.au ABN: 39 485 211 746 • CRICOS: 00709G 2 No 77 Oak Program Photo: Mark Chew The Oak Program showcases previous residents to current residents. Every Thursday, an inspirational alumnus is welcomed back to Trinity to dine with students in Formal Hall. Afterwards, the alumnus leads an informal forum in the Senior Common Room to discuss the steps they took from living at College to being a leader within their field. Curators of the program in 2011, current to bridge the gap between students in the When Daniel Goleman resident students Callum Forbes highest and lowest socioeconomic quartiles. popularised the concept of (3rd year Commerce) and Margot Eliason Speaking with current students from a Emotional Intelligence (EI) (3rd year Commerce), hosted 21 Oak range of disciplines, she opened the minds in the 1990s, the landscape Program chats this year covering a range of of many to think about the importance of of leadership development industries including fashion, journalism, law, education and pathways to assist those with was changed forevermore. EI finance, information technology and politics. less resources. influenced not only business This semester, a focus on leadership ideas, but also education. will Gourlay (tC 1984) spoke with students provided an inspiring array of guests, many interested in journalism and travel about his By the mid-1990s, educators were of whom had current students asking role as Editor for Lonely Planet. the hon Bill intentionally building curriculum questions and being involved in discussion forwood (tC 1966) presented a timely chat, to develop students socially for far longer than the hour set aside! immediately following the annual Northern and emotionally. In fact, the Territory trip, talking about his roles in International Bureau of Education THE OaK PROgram IS ONE project development in the region and then (2003), claimed that education his career in politics, including 14 years in must include building ‘a sense OF THOse THINgs THat setS the victorian upper house. of responsibility, caring, and TRINIty apart... concern for the wellbeing of others… Other guests of the Oak Program have academic and social-emotional included science consultant Andrew Roberts learning are therefore connected in Roger Riordan, Founder of the Cybec (tC 1994), public relations manager every school, worldwide.’ Foundation, spoke about his role in Anna Riordan (tC 2001) and entrepreneurial pioneering the first version of Vet Anti- consultant Alicia darvall (tC 1990). By 2005, all major Australian Virus and his passion for philanthropy, universities claimed some aspect ‘The Oak Program is one of those things demonstrating the power of having an idea of developing more than the minds that sets Trinity apart,’ Callum reflected. and trying to make something of it. of tertiary students. Whether they ‘Each week we have the opportunity to meet promised ‘graduate attributes’ or Recent alumni lizzie Calder (tC 2007) and inspiring speakers who have been successful ‘global citizens’, higher education phyl Georgiou (tC 2003) demonstrated what in whatever industry – or industries – they actively embraced an agenda that could be done in just a short period after have chosen to learn from. These real-world went beyond the academic. leaving College. phyl worked with mckinsey insights cannot be taught in classrooms at and Company which led him to apply to university; but over a glass of wine in the This issue looks specifically at leapfrog Investments, becoming their first Senior Common Room after formal hall, you what the College does to ensure microinsurance fellow. he has since helped actually gain an amazing understanding of our students develop the ‘e-factor’; establish their Asia office and develop a life in a range of different careers.’ developing socially and emotionally market entry strategy for microinsurance in order to lead the world. investments in the Philippines. Lizzie Alumni interested in taking part in the Oak entered the education sector following Program chat series are encouraged to The Chairman of the Board, her time at Trinity College. She took contact Nicole Crook, Associate Director Bill Cowan, announces the part in Teach for Australia to develop Alumni Relations at reappointment of the Warden, her leadership skills while teaching in a [email protected] Associate Professor Andrew disadvantaged secondary school in order McGowan, a leader who embodies the ‘e-factor’, and ensures the College nurtures world-class students with a heart for social JOIN THE CONVERSATION... justice and integrity, community Did you know that Trinity’s LinkedIn group has more than 400 members? and responsibility. You will also linkedIn gives you access to a global business network of trinity alumni and students: read how Trinity students and staff develop the ‘e-factor’, and its priority • post online job opportunities in a Trinity College education. We • find mentors or become a mentor to a current student hope you enjoy reading this issue! • take part in the Oak program alumni chat series. you can also join us on facebook, twitter, youtube and flickr – come and connect with us! Chief of Staff trinity.unimelb.edu.au 3 Photo: Mark Chew Food, fun friendship spooNiNg out the hall My fondest memories come The Dining Hall holds sentimental value to the Trinity student. I hAve memorieS Of the from breakfasts after various Indeed, it is within its four walls that some of the key moments of heAt in summeR; the sports trainings. You won’t the College year play out – whether it be transformed into a Harry Smell Of mutton; the have more fun in the Dining Potter-themed party in O-Week, or adorned with white tablecloths noise Of the Chairs hall than when your sport and candles for our Senior Student Dinner. The Dining Hall is scraping back; the team comes in from a chilly undoubtedly a place every student can identify with and the site pressure to eat fast so morning training on the Bul of many occasions, ranging from early morning conversations the table could mOve on and the sombre atmosphere with your friends over breakfast, to Ordinary General Meetings tO the Next course; the of a dozen early-risers quietly late at night. Although it is with sadness that we will soon be luGubriouS portraits reading their newspapers is saying goodbye to the Dining Hall as we know it, we are thrilled gazing dOwn on uS; above rudely disrupted by 15 sweaty, that the refurbished Hall will be the site for many events and new All the frieNdShIpS mAde hungry and thirsty players. traditions to be created. and SuStained OveR food no mAtteR hOw bad It Jim Bunting (TC 2007) Natasha Robbins (2nd year Arts) was theN! BISHop ANdrEW ST JOHN (TC 1968) 4 No 77 JOIN US TO BE PART OF THIS TRANSFORMING PROJECT established in 1880, the dining hall is central to College life. It is where staff, students, alumni and friends come together as an academic community, to socialise and to share meals. In december, the hall will be completely refurbished. this project includes a full renovation of the hall, kitchen and server areas, the creation of a cafeteria, the development of an al fresco dining area extending into the garden to the north, and the provision of improved spaces for the display of our renowned portrait collection. The plans are central to the College experience – all who make an investment will know they have helped to enhance the lives of all at Trinity now and well into the future.