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Chancellor's Lecture Series
by Swinburne Commons
Swinburne's Chancellor's Lecture Series is a high profile program organised for Swinburne alumni, friends and past and present staff. These events are hosted by Swinburne's Chancellor.
Episodes
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Wonder in the age of AI: What is our (human) place in the future? (Chancellor's Lecture Series)
From industrialisation in the 19th century to the breakthrough of computing in the 20th, we are now seeing the dawn of a new revolution in technology. Emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things, machine learning, and autonomous systems are already offering new ways of doing with…
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A surgeon’s journey: Innovating cancer care through science, dreams and hope (Chancellor's Lecture Series)
The 2018 Chancellor’s Lecture was presented by Professor Peter Choong on 16 August 2018. Professor Choong (St Vincent’s Hospital and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre) is a world-leading cancer surgeon and pioneer in limb-sparing surgery. Entitled 'A surgeon’s journey: Innovating cancer care through...
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The rise of machines and oceans - Five things that great democracies need to figure out now (Chancellor's Lecture Series)
In the 2017 Chancellor's Lecture, the Hon. Jeffrey Bleich discussed five great technology driven challenges confronting Western democracies - automation, education, cyber, climate and self-governance. Presented 2 August 2017.
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Medical assistance in dying (Chancellor's Lecture Series)
In February 2015, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that the prohibition against physician-assisted dying violated the constitutional right to "life, liberty, and security of the person". The government then established a panel to examine options for a legislative response to the ruling. The...
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Education, science and industry: Partners and helpers (Chancellor's lecture series)
Dr Megan Clark AC discusses why Australia risks falling behind if our universities, researchers and industry fail to develop a strong foundation to form global partnerships and keep pace with the rest of the world. Presented on 02 December 2015.
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Our people, our prosperity: When we look to the Australian economy of the future, human capital is going to be the game changer - audio (Chancellor's lecture series)
Jennifer Westacott draws on her experience in both the public and private sectors to explore why and how we need to transform the VET system, in particular, if we are to prepare and equip our future workforce, and enable every Australian to be a part of it. Recorded on 19 June 2014.
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Our people, our prosperity: When we look to the Australian economy of the future, human capital is going to be the game changer (Chancellor's lecture series)
Jennifer Westacott draws on her experience in both the public and private sectors to explore why and how we need to transform the VET system, in particular, if we are to prepare and equip our future workforce, and enable every Australian to be a part of it. Recorded on 19 June 2014.
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Institutional accountability and the concept of 'public value' (Chancellor's lecture series)
Justice Iain Ross AO, Fair Work Commission President, discusses the obligation of institutions, be they corporations, government bodies, companies or non-profit organisations, to be responsible for their actions and for the appropriate management of resources that have been entrusted to them....
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The place of industry in 21st century Australia (Chancellor's lecture series)
Mr Willox outlines how Swinburne graduates can play a pivotal role in the integration of advanced manufacturing capabilities with those of the wider region, forging a path for the 21st century in management, innovation, science and research.
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Leading Across Cultures: Challenges for Australia in the Asian Century (Chancellor's lecture series)
The big questions facing Australia are tackled as world economic and strategic power shift toward Asia. How can we remain competitive in an age of Asia-centric globalisation? What is required to harmonise its relations with China and the US?
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Giving independent policy advice (Chancellor's lecture series)
Gary Banks AO, Chairman, Productivity Commission presents the Chancellor's lecture: the Productivity Commission's independence underpins its operations, integrity and, ultimately, its contribution to better policy outcomes.
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Giving independent policy advice (Chancellor's lecture series)
Gary Banks AO, Chairman, Productivity Commission presents the Chancellor's lecture: the Productivity Commission's independence underpins its operations, integrity and, ultimately, its contribution to better policy outcomes.
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Nuclear energy (Chancellor's lecture series)
With climate change confirmed as a critical global issue, and energy security becoming an international priority, there has been renewed interest in nuclear energy to produce electricity with near zero greenhouse gas emissions. Speakers: Ziggy Switkowski, Bill Scales, Linda Kristjanson, Michael...
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Nuclear energy (Chancellor's lecture series)
With climate change confirmed as a critical global issue, and energy security becoming an international priority, there has been renewed interest in nuclear energy to produce electricity with near zero greenhouse gas emissions.
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Walking with dinosaurs: Inventing the rules (Chancellor's lecture series)
Creature Technology Company designs and builds extraordinary creatures for theatrical productions around the world, including the renowned touring show Walking with Dinosaurs: the Arena Spectacular. Its founder and director Sonny Tilders, together with John Barcham, general manager of the…
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Journalism in the digital age (Chancellor's lecture series)
Prominent Australian media identities Dr Margaret Simons, Mr Jonathan Green and Mr Steve Harris will discuss the outlook for journalism in the digital age.
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The business of football (Chancellor's lecture series)
Ms Sally Capp provides insights about football as a business, the disciplines and requirements of running such a business and how it is impacted by the passion that it inspires. Ms Capp has been a director of the Collingwood Football Club since January 2004 and is the first female board director…
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President Obama's first 100 days (Chancellor's lecture series)
President Barack Obama came to office on 20 January facing one of the most daunting presidential inboxes in decades. From a world economy in recession, to a changing strategy in Iraq, to new challenges in Afghanistan and Pakistan, the U.S. President has his work cut out for him. President Obama…
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Swinburne's Chancellor's Lecture Series is a high profile program organised for Swinburne alumni, friends and past and present staff. These events are hosted by Swinburne's Chancellor.
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