The Trinity College Oak Program remains a key part of the Residential College experience in 2013. Each Thursday night, a Trinity alumnus is invited back to the College for Formal Hall and to share their experiences in life, College and their chosen career path in a relaxed discussion with students.
Guests of the Oak Program in 2013 have included Senior Manager at Ernst and Young, Bryan Grills (TC 1998), Vice- President Government Relations at BHP Billiton, Christian Bennett (TC 1987), Co-founder of Emma and Tom’s Juice Company, Emma Welsh (TC 1984), Trinity College Director of Advancement, Scott Charles (TC 1986), Medical Oncologist at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Laboratory Head at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, Clare Scott (TC 1983) and orthopaedic surgeon, Associate Professor Max Esser (TC 1974).
The Oak Program aims to provide students with an insight into some of the opportunities that exist after University, helping students to think enthusiastically about their own careers by sharing the experiences and stories with a diverse group of alumni. Although the discussion centres on life in the workplace, guests are often asked about their memories of life at Trinity.
Student interest has been very high in 2013, and audience members have included all year levels and areas of study. It is often mentioned that the Oak Program chats provide something for all students regardless of their background or that of the guest, and we are extremely appreciative of participating alumni for giving up their time, and providing such an engaging and inspiring experience.
Alumni interested in participating in the Oak Program please contact the Advancement Office at advancement@trinity.unimelb.edu.au
Tom Crowhurst (3rd year Science)
Eleanor Nicklason, Evangeline Shaw, Anna Traill, Jason Qin, Clare Scott (TC 1983), Cale Dobrosak, Tom Szoka, Charles Kemp pictured left
