John Yovich

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Dr John Vincent Yovich AM (born 16 November 1959) is an Australian educator and veterinary doctor, former Vice-Chancellor of Murdoch University, and former Perth Racing managing director fired after sexual misconduct, located in the suburb of Murdoch, Western Australia. [1] [2] [3]

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History

Professor Yovich earned a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery from Murdoch University in 1981. He also received a Diploma in Large Animal Medicine and Surgery from the University of Guelph from 1982 to 1983. [2]

He went abroad and graduated with a Master of Science in 1986 and PhD in 1988 from Colorado State University. He also gained other professional qualifications from the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 1987 and as a Registered Specialist in Veterinary Surgery and Equine Surgery. [2]

He was the Vice-Chancellor of Murdoch University from 2002 to 2011. [1] Yovich was the head of the veterinary school of Murdoch University prior to his vice chancellor's role. [4]

Controversy

John Yovich was sacked from his role as Perth Racing managing director in May 2021 over allegations of ‘serious inappropriate workplace conduct’. [5] “The board applauds the brave staff member who came forward with their credible account and evidence of what occurred,” the statement read.


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References

  1. 1 2 "John Yovich Vice Chancellor". Archived from the original on 18 February 2011. Retrieved 13 May 2010.
  2. 1 2 3 "Murdoch University Foundation - Foundation Board". www.foundation.murdoch.edu.au. Archived from the original on 29 May 2003.
  3. ↑ RiAus profile Archived 28 May 2010 at the Wayback Machine
  4. ↑ "Professor John Yovich". www.murdoch.edu.au. Archived from the original on 23 January 2003. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
  5. ↑ https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/perth-racing-boss-sacked-over-allegations-of-serious-inappropriate-workplace-conduct-20210527-p57vvg.html
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