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La Trobe University in Albury-Wodonga
- Establishment: The Albury-Wodonga campus of La Trobe University was established in 1991 following the integration with the Wodonga Institute of Tertiary Education (WITE)[2][3][4].
- Facilities and Growth:
- Initially shared facilities with Wodonga TAFE, including the library, which is still shared today[2][3].
- Over the years, the campus expanded with new buildings such as the Michael J Osborne Building (1995), Health Sciences Building (2000), David Mann Library (2002), and Nancy F Millis Building (2005)[2].
- Impact:
- The campus has graduated over 7,000 students in various disciplines, including health, education, and social sciences, many of whom contribute to regional Victoriaās workforce[4].
- It is a hub for research in areas critical to rural and regional communities, such as freshwater ecosystems and health sciences[4].
Wodonga TAFE
- Role: Wodonga TAFE complements La Trobe University by offering vocational education and training that aligns with regional workforce needs.
- Collaboration: The shared resources between Wodonga TAFE and La Trobe University have enhanced educational accessibility in the region[2][4].
Regional Development
- Economic Impact: The presence of these institutions has attracted students, staff, and researchers to the region, boosting local businesses and services.
- Community Access: By providing higher education locally, barriers for regional students to attend university have been reduced significantly[4].
The establishment of La Trobe University and Wodonga TAFE has been instrumental in ensuring Albury-Wodonga thrives as an educational and economic hub.
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Citations:
[1] https://classic.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/vic/consol_act/ltua2009239/preamble.html
[2] https://www.latrobe.edu.au/albury-wodonga/about
[3] https://www.canamgroup.com/universities/australia/la-trobe-university-albury-wodonga-campus
[4] https://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2022/release/albury-wodonga-campus-marks-30-years
[5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Trobe_University
[6] https://www.latrobe.edu.au/about/at-a-glance/history
[7] https://pavehq.com/school/la-trobe-university