Macquarie’s pioneering approach to transformative learning has long been recognised – from the days when flexible study patterns were first introduced, to today, when the impact of the PACE program on the field of work-integrated learning is stronger than ever.
“PACE has come a long way since its early days when there was low awareness of the program and lots of confusion surrounding its operation and mission,” says Lindie Clark, Academic and Program Director (PACE). “Now, four years on PACE is a very different offering, sitting right at the heart of Macquarie’s ground-breaking work in transformative learning.”
Lindie says more than 15,000 students have been through the program since its inception and over 1300 partner organisations now offer PACE activities.
“The program is key to Macquarie’s role as a training ground for new generations of audacious world citizens and community leaders,” she says. “It’s a true manifestation of our nurturing culture where students are encouraged to be the best they can be, and to actively shape the issues defining the future of humanity.”
PACE will be on show at the all-staff exhibition on Thursday 24 September, to showcase areas of institutional achievement as the program nears full implementation in 2016. Hear firsthand from members of the PACE teams about the great work being accomplished including:
- scope and scale when fully implemented next year
- research projects
- International program’s new direction
- expansion of paid internships
- advancements in curriculum support for academic staff
- latest developments in the PACE Disability Action Plan
- specific wins within and across faculties.
The exhibition will also feature a PACE pop-up film studio where you can share your perspectives and ask questions of the team, so consider your questions now.
Already have a question, idea or a grand plan in mind?
Share them now and the team will be ready and waiting for you on the day.
Event details
When: Thursday 24 September
Time: 8.30am – 12pm
Where: Macquarie Theatre foyer