Sydney Metro Event - 'Higher education should be a moral enterprise', a presentation by Professor Steven Schwartz, Vice-Chancellor of Macquarie University

The Sydney based regions of the Australian College of Educators are pleased to come together as hosts of the first annual ACE Sydney Metro event.

We invite you to join us for an evening that will provide an opportunity for networking amongst Sydney based ACE members, educators and guests and also include a presentation from Professor Steven Schwartz, who will present on 'Higher education should be a moral enterprise'.

Professor Schwartz is currently the Vice-Chancellor of Macquarie University. He has also served as Vice-Chancellor of Brunel University in London, England and Vice-Chancellor of Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia. (Click here for a full biography of Professor Schwartz)

From its earliest classical origins, argues Professor Steven Schwartz, higher education's real  purpose was to build "character" so that graduates could take up their role in their society and contribute to the good of everyone. Universities once had clear ethical purposes but over the years they have lost their moral direction. They no longer have a moral role; they have given it up for one that is strictly utilitarian. In the words of the Government, for example, the purpose
of universities is "to grow the knowledge-based economy".

To fulfil their true purpose, says Professor Schwartz, universities need to get back on course - they need to "re-moralise". Professor Schwartz will outline what needs to be done for universities to change direction.

We hope that you can join us for what is sure to be an educational and entertaining evening.

REGISTRATION PROCESS:

Single / Mulitple ticket bookings can be made online.

If you wish to book the special 'Table of 10' rate of $650 inc gst, please email ace@austcolled.com.au with details of the table contact and an invoice and further information will be forwarded.

Please note that no registrations will be accepted at the door. Registrations can be made online via either credit card or selecting cheque and an invoice will be emailed to you following registration. Please contact the ACE National Office on 1800 208 586 if you experience any difficulties while registering online