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Our AlumniEventsGiveNewsletter | June 2018

Our alumni community brings together health professionals from around the world. Stay connected with this global network and access alumni benefits, news, exclusive events and more. View our 2021 Alumni Snapshot.

  • Social Work: Charles Gibson

    Charles Gibson BA (HONS) (1971) GDip Social Studies (1975) has dedicated his life to supporting people and the wider community with his social work training. The breadth of his experience spans many areas including child protection, family support, emergency relief, disability services and more.

  • Social Work: Miriam Suss OAM

    Miriam Suss OAM (BA 1972, GDip Social Studies 1972) was determined to become a social worker from the age of 16. With of over 30 years, experience as a social worker and community development professional Miriam is still giving to the community in her role as a Board Director.

  • Social Work: Lucy Burnett

    In her role at Jesuit Social Services, Lucy Burnett (Master of Social Work 2016) works with the ReConnect Program, a program designed to support people with high rates of recidivism to reintegrate into the community after release from prison.

  • Social Work: Professor Emeritus Dorothy Scott AM

    Professor Emeritus Dorothy Scott AM (GDip (Social Studies) 1973, BA (Hons) 1976, M. Social Work 1987, PhD 1995) is a renowned leader in the field of child and family welfare, previously serving as Foundation Chair of Child Protection at the University of South Australia and Inaugural Director of the Australian Centre for Child Protection. She is the author of five books.

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UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE SOCIAL WORK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (UMSWAA)

The University of Melbourne Social Work Alumni Association (UMSWAA) is a large, active community of Social Work alumni that fosters strong personal and professional connections between alumni of all ages.

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THE HYSLOP MEDAL

In 2019, the Hyslop Medal was awarded to Professor Marie Connolly, who has an international reputation for her commitment to child and family welfare, evidenced in her practice, academic and policy contributions.

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The University of Melbourne offers a wide range of coursework and short course programs for graduates interested in undertaking further study.

Advance your career and pursue a personal or professional area of interest with CAP. University of Melbourne alumni receive a 20% discount on the standard fee for undergraduate single subject or Community Access Programs.

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Events

  • University of Melbourne Social Work Alumni Association – Professional Development Breakfast

  • University of Melbourne Social Work Alumni Association – Annual Dinner

  • University of Melbourne Social Work Alumni Association - Morning Tea

Alumni Profiles

  • Social Work: Alison McClelland

    Alison McClelland BA (1968) GDip Social Studies (1969) was made a Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia in 2017 for significant service to the community through contributions to the development, monitoring and analysis or social policy, and to education.

  • Social Work: Miriam Suss OAM

    Miriam Suss OAM (BA 1972, GDip Social Studies 1972) was determined to become a social worker from the age of 16. With of over 30 years, experience as a social worker and community development professional Miriam is still giving to the community in her role as a Board Director.

  • Social Work: Charles Gibson

    Charles Gibson BA (HONS) (1971) GDip Social Studies (1975) has dedicated his life to supporting people and the wider community with his social work training. The breadth of his experience spans many areas including child protection, family support, emergency relief, disability services and more.

  • Social Work: Professor Emeritus Dorothy Scott AM

    Professor Emeritus Dorothy Scott AM (GDip (Social Studies) 1973, BA (Hons) 1976, M. Social Work 1987, PhD 1995) is a renowned leader in the field of child and family welfare, previously serving as Foundation Chair of Child Protection at the University of South Australia and Inaugural Director of the Australian Centre for Child Protection. She is the author of five books.

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