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Vale Dr Sylvia Walton AO (1941 – 2024)

The La Trobe University community has lost one of its most steadfast contributors – former La Trobe University Chancellor and long-serving Council member – Dr Sylvia Walton AO, who died on Saturday 27 January 2024.

Sylvia’s time at La Trobe University spanned many years: she completed her Bachelor of Education in the 1970s, joined the Council in 1993, was elected Deputy Chancellor in 1997, and succeeded Professor Nancy Millis as Chancellor in 2006. She was also Chair of the Equity, Access and Personal Welfare Committee for a long period.

OTARC Director’s report December 2023
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OTARC Director’s report December 2023

A Heartfelt Thank You as We Bid Farewell to 2023. 

As we approach the end of another remarkable year, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey OTARC has travelled this year.  As the director of the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre, I am filled with gratitude and awe for what has been accomplished. 

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OTARC Director’s Report September 2023

It appears that Spring has sprung! And with it some warmer weather, some sunshine, and a new family of very cute ducklings on La Trobe University’s Bundoora campus. At OTARC, Spring has brought us international visitors and an opportunity to meet members of the community at our Research Showcase in what we hope will become a regular event.