Annual Review 2017 | Page 5

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR Monash achieves 6-star ranking in SETARA 2017 Monash University Malaysia has been rated as an Outstanding (6-Star) university – the highest tier – in the latest Malaysia Rating for University and University College Excellence (SETARA) 2017, conducted by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education. We are one of only three private universities to have achieved this coveted distinction. Monash Malaysia welcomes new President and Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Andrew Walker succeeded Professor Helen Bartlett as President and Pro Vice-Chancellor at Monash Malaysia. Professor Walker first joined us as Vice-President (Academic) in November 2016 after more than 20 years at the Australian National University in Canberra. JCSMHS celebrates 10th anniversary The Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences (JCSMHS) celebrated its ten-year milestone with a gala dinner, alumni gathering and the launch of two new books – a commemorative book and a collection of stories from alumni. The event was officiated by the Minister of Health, YB Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam. 1767 students graduate in 2017 Monash Malaysia graduated 1767 students in two sessions held in the year. Chancellor Simon McKeon AO presented graduates with their scrolls at the first ceremony, while Deputy Chancellor Dr Christine Nixon APM was on hand to congratulate the graduates in the second. 4