1. Portfolio of Annette Millar:
Annette Millar Bachelor of Arts Graduate
Downloaded: 02-Nov-2015
Contact Details:
annette.millar@my.jcu.edu.au
0408118145
7 Cedar Street, Yungaburra QLD 4884, Australia
Cover Letter
My abilities and strengths
The journey from cattle farmer to academic graduate has been one of the hardest paths I could
have chosen for myself. The challenge of raising three boys whilst studying full time has given
me skills above and beyond what has been taught to me in my course. I have the drive and
determination to continue forward against insurmountable odds. Cultural Heritage is my passion
and to quote Siddhartha Guatama( Buddha):
Success is not the key to happiness
Happiness is the key to success
If you love what you are doing,
you will be successful.
Education
James Cook University 2012 -
Bachelor of Bachelor of Arts
University of Central Queensland 2009 - Graduated
of Women into Science and Technology Bridging Course
Experience
Tropical Archaeology Research Laboratory 2013
James Cook University (Volunteer Work)
Description:
The sorting, bagging and weighing of malacology XU's from field excavations from the Wellesley
Islands in the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Contact: Dr. Sean Ulm
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2. Library assistant 2013
Machans Beach State School (Volunteer Work)
Description:
I was able to help a very small school library with general librarian duties of protection of books
and restoration of books. Keeping the library in Dewy system order was one of my duties.
Contact: Mary Cole
Stalls Coordinator 2015
Tablelands Folk Festival (Community Engagement)
Description:
During this appointment I have stretched my knowledge of customer service, interaction with
local businesses and committee members. I have used my mapping skills, my organizational
skills and time management has played a big part in this activity.
Contact: Mick Hodgeson
Reflection:
This has been a valuable experience. The ability to practice my learnt knowledge has been
great. I hope I can continue in the role for many years to come.
JCU Debate Team 2014
James Cook University (JCU Careers Activity)
Description:
The AAA Conference conducted in Cairns in December 2014 required JCU to organize a debate
team for the Student Debate. There was weekly meetings to attend and it was my job to recruit
other members of the team. Unfortunately this debate did not go ahead.
Contact: Dr. Sean Ulm
Reflection:
I was able to learn a lot about Archaeological legislation such as the Code of Ethics published
by the American Anthropology Association. These guidelines are what were to be debated.
Skills
Written Communication Skills (Graduate Attributes)
Institution: James Cook University
Description:
James Cook University Bachelor of Arts training has taught me to communicate research
outcomes, professional views and personal ideology to a professional standard. I now possess
a command of the English language to academic standard thus I am able to express, instruct
and exchange ideas of complex origins.
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3. Reflection:
I enjoy the art of literature, it is a skill and a gift. I hope I can bring meaning to this existence
through written word.
Work Samples:
Purgatory Mary - https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365689/uploaded
Team Work (JCU Graduate Attributes)
Institution: James Cook University
Description:
During the Bachelor of Arts program at James Cook University we were asked to participate in
team work. Bachelor of Arts Core required in level 2 a team presentation reflecting the
connection between all people. Level 3 required a White Paper submission in collaboration with
four other Archaeology students. Both collaboration worked well with pleasing outcomes.
Work Samples:
Research (Graduate Attributes)
Institution: James Cook University
Description:
Assessment within this course concentrates on research. Archaeology is a research subject.
Work Samples:
The Etruscans: The influence of the Eleusinsian My -
https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365268/uploaded
Field Report: Forensic Archaeology -
https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365270/uploaded
Enriching the lives of everyday people and cultura -
https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365290/uploaded
Problem solving (Critical Thinking & Problem Solving)
Institution: James Cook University
Description:
The courses that I have completed where taught in such a way that the teachers wanted the
student to find their own way out of a problem by using critical thinking.
Reflection:
In this assessment I researched and wrote the recommendations.
Work Samples:
Enriching the lives of everyday people and cultura -
https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365290/uploaded
Archaeology onsite skills (Using Tools & Technologies)
Institution: James Cook University
Description:
Forensic Archaeology taught by Dr. Nigel Chang, gives students the opportunity to participate in
a simulated forensic investigation. This involved the interment of cast human bone and the
placement of objects that were integral to the murder investigation.
Work Samples:
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4. Field Report: Forensic Archaeology -
https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365270/uploaded
Working with culturally sensitive material (Personal, Ethical and Moral Standards &
Responsibilities)
Organisation: James Cook University
Description:
During my time sorting XU's from Lizard Island and the Wellesley Island group I came in contact
with culturally sensitive material which remains the property of the Indigenous owners of the
Native Title connected to the area. I was compelled to keep these finds secret/sacred in
accordance with the Tropical Archaeology Research Lab's policy.
Work Samples:
Forensic Archaeology group work (Self Reliance, Interpersonal Understanding &
Communication )
Institution: James Cook University
Description:
The Forensic Archaeology course required a group presentation as a part of assessment. I work
with two other students to present a Power Point presentation to the class on a case involving a
clandestine grave. This was received well by fellow students and tutors.
Work Samples:
Work Samples
The Etruscans: The influence of the Eleusinsian My
Description:
Ancient Civilizations Essay
Url: https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365268/uploaded
Field Report: Forensic Archaeology
Description:
Data collected during a real time field excavation of clandestine grave
Url: https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365270/uploaded
Enriching the lives of everyday people and cultura
Description:
Group work White Paper
Url: https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365290/uploaded
Purgatory Mary
Description:
Creative writing essay
Url: https://careerhub.jcu.edu.au/portfolios/samples/365689/uploaded
Bachelor of Art Youtube Presentation
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5. Description:
Youtube video
Url: https://youtu.be/JQwUzPv2mIA
Career Goals
My goal is to work in the Cultural Heritage industry specializing in Historical
Archaeology.
Referees
Dr. Sean Ulm (Professional/Employment)
Position: Associate Professor
Organisation: James Cook University
Address:
Cairns
Australia 4870
Phone: +61 (7) 4232 1194
Chrystopher Spicer (Academic)
Position: Tutorial Supervisor
Organisation: James Cook University
Address:
Cairns
Australia 4870
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6. Description:
Youtube video
Url: https://youtu.be/JQwUzPv2mIA
Career Goals
My goal is to work in the Cultural Heritage industry specializing in Historical
Archaeology.
Referees
Dr. Sean Ulm (Professional/Employment)
Position: Associate Professor
Organisation: James Cook University
Address:
Cairns
Australia 4870
Phone: +61 (7) 4232 1194
Chrystopher Spicer (Academic)
Position: Tutorial Supervisor
Organisation: James Cook University
Address:
Cairns
Australia 4870
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