Archive of news for 2007
January 2007
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Students take law to the beach
Students from the University of Newcastle Legal Centre will offer beachgoers free legal advice again this summer thanks to an innovative program.
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University celebrates New Year with $1.4 million research funding boost
Eight researchers from the University of Newcastle have been recognised nationally with the award of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) scholarships and fellowships totalling over $1.4 million.
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Maintaining healthy weight - the key to avoiding chronic disease
Maintaining a healthy weight has emerged as the most important factor for Australian women in avoiding chronic diseases such as vascular disease, diabetes and asthma, according to researchers from two Australian universities.
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New frog species endangered by global warming
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| 15th |
New mental health nursing course to provide vital graduates
In the face of a chronic shortage in the community for mental health nurses, the University of Newcastle will offer a new mental health care course in 2007.
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| 16th |
Teachers head back to classroom for quality teaching conference
The teaching model which has been a catalyst for reform throughout Australia, as well as in Singapore and the United States, will be the focus of a two-day conference hosted by the University of Newcastle.
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| 17th |
Additional Advisory Day for prospective students
The University of Newcastle will this week hold an additional Advisory Day for all prospective students, including those who did not receive an offer from the Universities Admission Centre (UAC) Main Round.
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| 17th |
University releases Main Round Offers
The University of Newcastle will release 8075 Main Round Offers to undergraduate students today.
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| 18th |
More opportunities to study for 17 to 20-year-olds
The University of Newcastle is offering more opportunities for higher education to people aged from 17 to 20 who have not completed their Higher School Certificate or did not do well enough for university entry.
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| 18th |
Healthy offers for medical degree program
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| 22nd |
Secrets of grey nomads uncovered
More participants are needed for a University of Newcastle study exploring the experiences of people aged 55 and over who, in their retirement, have decided to travel Australia.
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| 31st |
University academics receive Australia Day awards
Two University of Newcastle academics have been honoured in the 2007 Australia Day Awards.
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| 31st |
University releases Late Round Offers
The University of Newcastle has released 1,269 Late Round Offers to undergraduate students tonight.
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February 2007
| 7th |
New University year gets underway
More than 150 students will get their first taste of university life when the University of Newcastle's annual Orientation Day gets underway this week at the Port Macquarie campus.
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| 7th |
Co-Op Bookshop Successful in Tender Process
The Co-Op Bookshop has been awarded the tender to provide to staff and students bookshop services for the next five years.
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| 8th |
Commencement Ceremony marks start of the Uni year
The start of the 2007 academic year will be celebrated at a Commencement Ceremony at the University of Newcastle next week.
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| 9th |
Uni O Week gets underway at Callaghan
Almost 6,000 students will get their first taste of university life when the University of Newcastle's annual Orientation Program gets underway next week at the Callaghan campus.
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| 9th |
Uni O Week gets underway at Ourimbah
Around 1,500 students will get their first taste of university life when the University of Newcastle's annual Orientation Program gets underway next week at the Ourimbah campus.
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| 12th |
Newcastle receives top marks in competitive international ranking
The University of Newcastle has been ranked as one of the world's top 100 universities for engineering technology and computer sciences.
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| 12th |
Award winning choir to hold auditions
The University of Newcastle's Chamber Choir will hold auditions for new voices to join the award winning ensemble which will travel to the UK this year for recitals in St Paul's Cathedral, London and live broadcasts for BBC Radio.
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| 14th |
New international markets in TUNRA CEO's sights
Breaking into new international markets will be a key driver for the new CEO of The University of Newcastle Research Associates (TUNRA).
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| 14th |
Quality teaching inspires University Medallist
Inspiring high school teachers who were good role models motivated University Medallist Andrew Myles to follow in their footsteps and embark on a career in teaching.
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| 19th |
Newcastle Earthquake Seminar
Dr Christian Klose from the Lamont-Doherty Observatory in New York, USA, will discuss his research on the causes of the 1989 Newcastle earthquake.
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| 24th |
Infectious disease threats in the global village - are we prepared?
This public seminar is being hosted by the Newcastle Institute of Public Health (NIPH) on Tuesday 6 March.
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March 2007
| 1st |
University of Newcastle graduates ahead of the game
Graduates from the University of Newcastle are attracting higher than average starting salaries and are more likely to gain full-time employment within four months of completing their degrees.
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| 1st |
Team emotions important for leaders in the workplace
Great relationships with team members can be counter productive for managers according to the University of Newcastle's Dr Herman Tse.
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Revitalising Indigenous language
Stemming the loss of traditional Indigenous languages is the focus of a seminar at the University of Newcastle tomorrow.
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University Library initiative receives international recognition
Staff at the University of Newcastle Library have received international recognition for their work in developing a unique online teaching program which is accessible via the Internet.
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| 5th |
Newcastle University Sport (NUsport) named Sporting Organisation of the Year
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| 6th |
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
The impact on the coal industry of capturing CO2 emissions and storing them underground will be discussed during an address tomorrow by a leading researcher in the field of geosequestration.
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| 6th |
Funding to develop mental health networks in rural communities
The University of Newcastle's Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (CRRMH) has received $58,000 to continue a program which helps farmers with mental health problems.
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| 6th |
Breast cancer researcher among top 10 'hottest' in the world
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| 7th |
University celebrates International Women's Day
Mrs Fatu Kigbo from the University of Newcastle will draw on personal experience when she discusses the differences between life in Australia and life in Nigeria for females, at International Women's Day celebrations tomorrow.
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| 8th |
Sounding out schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease
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| 9th |
New $1million facility for nanotechnology
A new, world class laboratory will open at the University of Newcastle next week, paving the way for an exciting new program of multinational collaborative research in organic electronics and nanotechnology*.
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| 9th |
New theology degree program at the University of Newcastle
A Bachelor degree program in theology will be offered by the University of Newcastle for the first time, making the University one of just three in New South Wales to offer such a degree.
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| 11th |
Drama students present Love Potions
Students from the University of Newcastle's School of Drama, Fine Art and Music will next week present the modern Australian drama - Love Potions.
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| 12th |
University condemns recent Ourimbah incidents
The University of Newcastle abhors any form of discrimination or harassment and does not tolerate racism in any form.
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| 13th |
University secures $12 million for national priority research areas
Two research centres at the University of Newcastle have secured almost $12 million from the Australian Government's 'Centres of Excellence' scheme.
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| 13th |
University researcher wins top award for conservation education
A leading marine scientist from the University of Newcastle, Dr Bill Gladstone, has received a prestigious award for his work in environmental education.
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| 15th |
University joins with NSW Police Force
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| 18th |
Book Launch
Dr Peter Droege's latest book is a blueprint for urban transformation, to help cities and towns address climate change through the introduction of renewable energy.
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| 19th |
University Library opens door to high school students
For the first time, all high school students in the Newcastle, Hunter and Central Coast regions will have access to the University of Newcastle Library - the biggest collection in regional NSW.
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| 20th |
University honours music pioneer
The music pioneer responsible for laying the foundations for the cultural icon that is today’s Conservatorium will be honoured by the University of Newcastle this weekend.
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| 20th |
New cultural diversity resource launched on Harmony Day
The University of Newcastle will promote cultural awareness and diversity during Harmony Day celebrations tomorrow with the launch of a cultural diversity toolkit - a major new resource for the University.
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| 20th |
New technology to enhance mining reliability
New technology being developed at the University of Newcastle could be the key to making mining equipment more reliable and saving the industry millions of dollars.
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| 21st |
University researcher joins €12 million project
University of Newcastle researcher Dr Peter Lewis is the only Australian to join a massive European-based project which is investigating the development of diseases such as anthrax and golden staph.
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| 22nd |
Young people needed for psychotherapy study
The University of Newcastle is seeking participants for a study aimed at uncovering the best ways to help people at increased risk of developing psychosis.
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| 25th |
Preserving art lectures
The University of Newcastle will hold a series of free lectures this week to raise awareness about simple practices people can apply to protect their artworks.
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| 26th |
Inaugural award for outstanding higher research candidates
Three students, including one investigating breast cancer development and progression, have been awarded an inaugural Vice-Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Research Higher Degree Candidates at the University of Newcastle.
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| 26th |
Newcastle academic elected to peak national body of scientists
University of Newcastle Professor Scott Sloan has been elected to the Fellowship of the prestigious Australian Academy of Science, the peak body of scientists in Australia.
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| 27th |
Scholarships to help reduce doctor shortage in rural areas
Two students from the University of Newcastle have received $5,000 scholarships to support their medical training in a rural setting.
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| 27th |
Drug policy expert joins University
Shu Chuen Li, a pioneer in the field of pharmacoeconomics in Australia, has joined the University as a Professor of Pharmacy.
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| 27th |
Artist takes up residence in Gallery
The University Gallery will become an art studio for renowned abstract painter Judith Duquemin this week.
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| 29th |
University welcomes new Professor to the Central Coast
Encouraging new teachers to think critically about what and how they teach is a key focus for Professor Keith Crawford, who has joined the University of Newcastle's Ourimbah campus.
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| 31st |
University unveils new image
The University of Newcastle today unveiled a new image and identity which will strengthen its position in an increasingly competitive market place.
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April 2007
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University launches major scholarships campaign
The University of Newcastle Foundation has launched a major fundraising campaign to enable it to increase the number and range of scholarships available to students.
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University further boosts research into climate change
Bolstering the University of Newcastle's research efforts on the environment, the University has today announced the creation of a new research centre on climate change.
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| 4th |
University welcomes scholarship support from Xstrata Coal
Scholarship programs at the University of Newcastle have been boosted, with the announcement of two new grants from Xstrata Coal.
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| 6th |
5th Biennial Conference Working With Boys Building Fine Men - stories of success
Listen to keynote speakers share their 'stories of success' about boys' education.
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| 10th |
Fact Sheet - Vice-Chancellor's School Teacher Award
The recipients of the University of Newcastle's Vice-Chancellor's School Teacher Awards for 2006 are Deborah Falconer, Ian Atkinson and Marilynne Gledhill.
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| 11th |
University of Newcastle celebrates graduation
Graduation ceremonies for the University of Newcastle will be held on the Callaghan campus over the next week.
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| 11th |
Why wait 'til 08? Mid-year university enrolments open now
Mid-year enrolment at the University of Newcastle is now open, with the University Admission Centre (UAC) taking applications from today.
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| 12th |
Information Statement for the Research Project: Computer Mediated Music
You are invited to participate in the research project identified above which is being conducted by Marjorie Kibby and Robbie Macaulay from the School of Humanities and Social Science at the University of Newcastle, by completing a survey on computer mediated music.
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Funding announced for research into the effect of asthma on babies
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| 13th |
Secret life of the sex-changing fish revealed
Local research has revealed a remarkable tale of fish changing sex and fish harems in waters off the New South Wales Central Coast.
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| 14th |
Teachers recognised for commitment to education
Three previous school teachers of University of Newcastle graduates will be recognised for their lasting positive impacts on the lives of students with an award from the University of Newcastle.
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| 18th |
Nutrition expert honoured with international award
A leading expert from the University of Newcastle has been recognised for her research into best-practice nutrition and dietetic support with an international award from the renowned journal Nutrition.
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| 20th |
UniLink encourages post-school education options
The University of Newcastle's UniLink program is helping to address the Hunter region's growing youth unemployment problem by encouraging more local school students to complete Year 12 and then consider further education.
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| 21st |
Environmental Health in Hunter New England
This conference, on World Environment Day, will bring together stakeholders in environmental health investigation and management in the Hunter New England area.
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| 23rd |
New documentary showcases Fort Scratchley
The producer of a new documentary on Fort Scratchley has welcomed the Australian Government's announcement of an additional $4 million funding for the historical site.
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| 24th |
University higher research goes from strength to strength
Frogs, autism, depression and Anne von Bertouch may not, on the surface, have anything in common, but they are all contributing to the University of Newcastle's reputation as an institution of research excellence.
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| 26th |
Biodiversity Conservation and our Region
Forum presented by the Tom Farrell Institute for the Environment
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| 26th |
Generous support brings music to our ears
A new pipe organ in the Great Hall at the University of Newcastle will be officially unveiled tonight, thanks to the generosity of local philanthropists.
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| 27th |
Leading toxicologist warns against new drug of abuse
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| 30th |
Research to download music choices
The increasing popularity of downloading music from the internet has led researchers at the University of Newcastle to ask whether we are about to abandon physical forms of music entirely.
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May 2007
| 1st |
Local business joins University to celebrate achievement
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University welcomes Anglican library collection
The University of Newcastle Library's collection of theological and religious books has been significantly enhanced, following a transfer of volumes from the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle.
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Rural mental health study in Parkes Shire
Parkes residents are being asked to participate in a nationally funded study of health and stress in rural and remote communities across New South Wales.
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| 5th |
Sir Ninian Stephen Lecture
This year's Lecture will be presented by Mr Graeme Innes AM, Human Rights Commissioner and Commissioner Responsible for Disability Discrimination, Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission.
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| 7th |
Volunteers needed for Community Connections
The University of Newcastle is looking for volunteers from the community to team up with students and families from the Middle East as part of the Community Connections program.
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| 7th |
NUbots warm-up for World Cup
Preparations for the 2007 RoboCup are well underway for the University of Newcastle's NUbots - the reigning world champions in the four-legged robotic soccer league.
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| 8th |
Rural community life the focus of new wellbeing study
A study to gain a better understanding of how rural community life affects the wellbeing of people has been launched by the University of Newcastle's Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (CRRMH).
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| 9th |
People who are deaf and blind should be on juries
The NSW Law Reform Commission and the NSW Government have shirked their responsibility to recommend the inclusion of people who are blind or deaf on NSW juries.
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| 10th |
First place for University student
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| 10th |
Local school students get a taste of university life
Hundreds of local high school students will converge on the University of Newcastle Ourimbah campus next week for the annual School Visits Day.
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| 10th |
The New Adventures of Mark Twain
One hundred and twelve years ago the eminent American writer Mark Twain sought and received pain relief for an agonising tooth from Newcastle dentist Mr Wells.
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| 15th |
Lecture reflects on Europe as Empire
The evolving nature of European Union will be the subject of a public lecture at the University of Newcastle.
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| 15th |
Smooth speech program to control stuttering
People in the Hunter region who experience the frustrating speech disorder stuttering, now have access to a specialised treatment program run by the University of Newcastle.
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| 15th |
Awards recognise art excellence
The winners of the 2006 Brian and Rohma Cummins Awards for Painting and Drawing will be announced at the University of Newcastle this week.
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| 16th |
$3.5 million for new medical research building
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| 16th |
Local researcher awarded international grant for schizophrenia study
A Schizophrenia Research Institute neuroscientist based at the University of Newcastle has been awarded an international grant to support research aimed at developing better treatment for schizophrenia.
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| 17th |
Australian premiere for Wind Orchestra
The University of Newcastle Wind Orchestra will present the Australian premiere of Dutch composer Johan de Meij's The Venetian Collection in a special concert this week.
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| 17th |
Biodiversity and conservation in the spotlight at University forum
Biodiversity, conservation and our region is the focus of a major forum taking place at the University of Newcastle tomorrow.
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| 17th |
$2 million for teaching facilities at the Ourimbah campus
The University of Newcastle has secured $2 million in Australian Government funding for new teaching facilities at its Ourimbah campus.
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| 18th |
University student wins national fashion photography award
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| 19th |
Concert showcases classical works
The University of Newcastle Symphony Orchestra will present a Gala Concert of classical works this week. The concert will include the music of Aaron Copland and his Rodeo Suite.
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University celebrates future business leaders at prize giving ceremony
More than 50 prizes will be presented to current students and recent graduates at the Faculty of Business and Law's annual awards ceremony this week.
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| 23rd |
Newcastle architecture students win state awards
Two architecture students at the University of Newcastle have been honoured by the Royal Australian Institute of Architects NSW Chapter.
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| 23rd |
Architect discusses the future of Newcastle city centre
An internationally recognised architect at the University of Newcastle will discuss the need for well-informed urban design decisions for Newcastle's city centre at a public forum this week.
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| 25th |
Need a change in direction? Try Open Foundation
Applications are now open for the Intensive Open Foundation program at the University of Newcastle.
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| 28th |
Accounting scholarships on offer to rural students
The University of Newcastle is giving rural students a unique opportunity to boost their future careers in accounting thanks to a new scholarship.
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| 31st |
Award recognises national communication program
Makaton Australia, a training program coordinated by the University of Newcastle to assist people with severe communication difficulties, has been recognised with a national award.
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June 2007
| 1st |
Supporting Indigenous students through new scholarship fund
The University of Newcastle, recognised as a national and international leader in Indigenous collaboration, will set-up a lifelong perpetual Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship Fund to support students through full-time University study.
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Research shows widening gap for legal aid clients
A lack of coordination between the various legal aid schemes across Australia is resulting in significant unmet need for legal assistance.
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| 5th |
Toxicologist says lead levels not alarming
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| 7th |
New Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre to be launched
In a first for the region, a new education and research facility looking at the sustainable use and understanding of the local coastline and oceans will be launched 17 August 2007 at the University of Newcastle, Central Coast Campus.
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Update on University campuses: Tuesday, 12 June 2007
I would like to thank everyone involved in securing the University campuses during the storm and cleaning up over the long weekend.
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| 13th |
Vice-Chancellor's Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning 2006
Citations were awarded to the following members of staff for outstanding work in supporting student learning.
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| 14th |
Newcastle lecturer wins prestigious teaching award
Willy Sher, a Senior Lecturer in the School of Architecture and Built Environment, has won a prestigious teaching award from the Australian Institute of Building (AIB) NSW Chapter.
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| 15th |
Award-winning Choir jets off for UK tour
The award-winning University of Newcastle Chamber Choir heads to the UK next week for a much-anticipated tour that will see them perform to a potential audience of millions.
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| 19th |
University hosts Aboriginal higher education meeting
The University of Newcastle will host the NSW/ACT Higher Education Network Aboriginal Corporation meeting on Wednesday 20 and Thursday 21 June 2007.
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| 20th |
Real time access to Chinese corporates for local students
Twenty international business students and academics from the University of Newcastle will be putting the tough questions to some of the most successful business operators in China tonight.
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| 20th |
Let the games begin! RoboCup hits the Central Coast
School children from across the region will converge on the Central Coast Campus of the University of Newcastle on Friday for a day of robotic fun, learning and adventure.
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| 21st |
UK bound - McLeod jets off on National Uni Rugby League tour
Saratoga resident, and Bachelor of Science student at the University of Newcastle Central Coast Campus, Jamen McLeod heads to the UK later this week, having been chosen to represent Australia in the National Universities Rugby League Team.
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| 22nd |
Graham Gilchrist tribute
Graham was appointed the University of Newcastle's inaugural Professor of Fine Art following the amalgamation of the Hunter Institute of Higher Education and the University in 1989.
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| 25th |
Promotion to Professor and Associate Professor
The University Promotion Committee met 19 June 2007 to consider applications for promotion to Professor and Associate Professor, effective 1 July 2007.
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| 25th |
Construction management student builds support group
Sally Hancock's passion for construction management and her motivation to succeed in the industry has been rewarded with a national scholarship.
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| 26th |
Student wins scholarship to study in China
University of Newcastle student Lauren Murray has won a scholarship to study in China for one year.
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| 26th |
Nature versus nurture argument - a thing of the past
The old 'nature versus nurture' argument is over, according to a keynote speaker at the University of Newcastle's upcoming 'Working with Boys, Building Fine Men' conference.
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| 26th |
Art explores properties of light
Master of Fine Art student Kris Smith has used time lapse photography techniques in his exhibition 'Orologio Solare'.
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| 27th |
Local school students get a taste of university life
More than 2,500 high school students will converge on the University of Newcastle tomorrow for the annual Schools Visit Day.
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| 27th |
John McPhee Tribute
John McPhee was greatly admired by all who came into contact with him from medical students to colleagues in Medicine and Law to staff of Hunter New England Health.
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| 28th |
Gender inequity and the construction industry boom
The massive gender inequity in the Australian construction industry is one of several issues to be examined by researchers at the University of Newcastle.
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| 29th |
'Cricket tragic' student to tour with Indian Under 19 cricket squad
Indian cricket legend Bishen Bedi has invited University of Newcastle student Scott Sharma to tour England with India's Under 19 cricket squad.
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| 29th |
University's degree leads way for educating boys
Teachers across the country are being provided with specialised skills to meet the unique academic needs of boys thanks to a degree program at the University of Newcastle.
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July 2007
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Boys conference to hear stories of success
The latest research on boys in schools will be showcased at the University of Newcastle's 'Working with Boys, Building Fine Men' conference this week.
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| 2nd |
Rare photographic record of war for sale at Book Fair
An official photographic record of Australia's part in World War I will be among the rare books on sale at the biennial Friends of the University of Newcastle Book Fair at the Great Hall from 21 to 28 July.
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Success against the odds: targeting at-risk boys and young men
An innovative mentoring program for at-risk boys and young men that has delivered extraordinary results in the UK will be presented at the University of Newcastle's 'Working with Boys, Building Fine Men' conference tomorrow.
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| 4th |
Historian wins prize for examination of 'stolen wages'
In the lead up to NAIDOC Week, University of Newcastle historian, Dr Victoria Haskins, will be honoured tonight for her award-winning work on Aboriginal 'stolen wages' and its relationship to the former government policy of Aboriginal child removal.
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| 4th |
Mars and Venus
This informative special two-day conference will feature key plenary speakers and a range of workshops designed to share information on the gender differences (and similarities).
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| 5th |
Negotiating your identity as a Korean adoptee
University of Newcastle PhD student Jessica Walton is exploring the unique experiences of Korean adoptees affected by being adopted to another country.
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| 6th |
University researchers release results of Tilligerry Creek studies
Researchers at the University of Newcastle have found that human faecal contamination from septic tanks in the Tilligerry Creek area is now low.
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| 9th |
Pasha Bulka grounding highlights significance of Nobby's site
Recent national attention on Nobby's Beach following the grounding of the Pasha Bulka has highlighted the case for National Heritage Listing of the entire site, according to a University of Newcastle Lecturer.
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| 9th |
Conference heralds launch of new Priority Research Centre
The University of Newcastle will formally tonight launch its Priority Research Centre, the Research Centre for Gender, Health and Ageing, as part of a national conference exploring questions about gender and ageing.
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| 9th |
Rural students give health careers a check-up
35 high school students from rural and regional New South Wales are heading to the University of Newcastle this week to give health careers the once over.
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| 9th |
Building communities - integrating the new with the old
An international expert in community-oriented public policy will be visiting the University and presenting a public seminar on the evening of Thursday 12 July.
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| 10th |
Conference to consider what works in enabling education
Tertiary educators from across Australia and the world will converge on Newcastle this week for a conference considering future directions for enabling education.
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| 12th |
International expert speaks on building communities
Professor Jody Kretzmann, an international expert in community-orientated policy, will present a public seminar at the University of Newcastle this week.
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| 12th |
NUbots runners-up in world championship Robocup
The University of Newcastle's NUbot's have placed second in the 2007 Robocup, the world championships for the four-legged robotic soccer league.
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| 13th |
The True Phoenix
Michael Ewans directs a large cast in this exciting new play, filled with colourful characters, spectacle, lively scenes and enchanting music.
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| 16th |
Do you star in our new brand?
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| 18th |
Federal Education Minister visits Central Coast campus
Federal Minister for Education, Science and Training, the Hon Julie Bishop, visited the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus on Tuesday 17 July, to inspect facilities and discuss future plans for the campus.
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| 19th |
Forum to consider challenges to urban development
The future of the urban environment in Newcastle and the Hunter region is one of the challenges to be discussed at a forum at the University of Newcastle tomorrow.
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| 19th |
Online survey to track flu
Researchers from the University of Newcastle and Hunter New England Health are using the internet to track flu activity across the region to help keep medical authorities alert to potential widespread outbreaks of the virus.
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| 20th |
University bounces back after the storm
The University of Newcastle today congratulated the almost 80 per cent of students who attended exams last week after the massive long weekend storms, and announced the rescheduled exam week will commence 16 July.
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| 24th |
Student Exchange Fair
The University of Newcastle will be holding its Student Exchange Fair on Wednesday 27 August 2008 11am - 3pm at the Brennan Room, Shortland Union Building.
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| 25th |
Tackling the big issues in higher education
Representatives from across Australia and New Zealand will converge on the Hunter Valley this week to tackle some of the key issues facing the higher education sector.
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| 25th |
Enabling Education Conference
The conference would be of interest to anyone who has an interest in the broad field of enabling education, especially teachers or academics, researchers, administrators, and policy makers.
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| 26th |
Challenging behaviour the focus of new workshops
How to reduce or prevent challenging behaviour in young children using social and communication skills is the focus of a new series of workshops being launched in Newcastle tomorrow.
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August 2007
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University welcomes funding for palliative care research
The University of Newcastle has been awarded half a million dollars for research into the important area of palliative care.
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Fine Art student rewarded
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Funding for innovative social program - African Lions
The University of Newcastle's Family Action Centre has received $30,000 from The Foundation for Young Australians for an innovative social program for young African migrants in Newcastle.
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| 5th |
Ocean's Edge
An exhibition using the ocean's edge as a metaphor for constant flux between the land and the sea, and the cycles and rhythms of the creative process.
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| 6th |
University students shaping the future look of Newcastle
An exhibition showcasing design proposals by University of Newcastle architecture students for a City Campus development will be unveiled next week.
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| 6th |
University Chamber Choir hits the high note at National Eisteddfod
The award-winning University of Newcastle Chamber Choir has further cemented its place as one of Australia's leading choirs, winning all its divisions at the weekend's National Eisteddfod in Canberra.
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| 7th |
Fort Scratchley's history now online
The most comprehensive website on the history of Fort Scratchley has been launched by a researcher at the University of Newcastle.
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| 7th |
New book does service to government jobs
From ASIO intelligence work to greenskeeping, a new careers book written by a University of Newcastle lecturer is revealing what it's really like to work in the public sector.
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| 8th |
'The Regal Twelve' exhibition
Critically acclaimed artist and Masters of Fine Art (Photography) student Alexia Sinclair is exhibiting her award winning photographic portraiture series 'The Regal Twelve' at the University Gallery.
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| 8th |
Expo gives options to students with a disability
An expo in Newcastle tomorrow will help students with a disability or ongoing medical condition to make decisions about their future training, education, employment and transitional programs.
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| 8th |
University scoops eight national awards for innovative student learning
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| 9th |
Award-winning art series 'The Regal Twelve' on exhibit at University
Critically acclaimed artist and Masters of Fine Art (Photography) student Alexia Sinclair will exhibit her award winning photographic portraiture series 'The Regal Twelve' from today at The University Gallery.
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| 10th |
Calling tomorrow's leaders
The University of Newcastle has joined with local business to support the region's young and upcoming leaders with nominations now open for an innovative leadership award.
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| 13th |
City Campus Exhibition
An exhibition showcasing design proposals by University of Newcastle architecture students for a City Campus development will be unveiled next week at the Newcastle Region Library, Lovett Gallery.
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| 14th |
Last Days of Pompeii
The School of Humanities and Social Science are delighted to announce a public lecture which will be presented by one of the world's leading Classical Archaeologists, Professor Jean-Paul Descoeudres on Wednesday 15 August 2007.
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| 14th |
Thinking of going to Uni next year? Applications are now open
Thinking about studying at the University of Newcastle? Applications are now open through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) for degree programs commencing in 2008.
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| 15th |
New pilot program to help men SHED-IT
Researchers at the University of Newcastle are launching a new internet-based weight loss program for men in the Hunter region.
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| 15th |
New Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre network to be launched
A new education and research network looking at the sustainable use and understanding of the local coastline and oceans will be launched on Friday at the University of Newcastle, Central Coast Campus.
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| 17th |
Hey Brough! A hypothetical evening with Alan Brough
Encouraging students to think creatively about their future career is the focus of a hypothetical-style forum at the University of Newcastle next week.
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| 20th |
Women in Engineering
Engineering students and staff will discuss the different perspectives females can bring to the traditionally male dominated field at a 'Women in Engineering' seminar this week.
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| 20th |
Update: Flooding situation at University of Newcastle Central Coast campus
The University of Newcastle and TAFE-Hunter Institute are continuing to monitor the localised flooding around the Central Coast campus, Ourimbah.
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| 20th |
Art exhibition charts memory
The dynamic relationship between art, science and medicine, and the community is the subject of a new exhibition - Charting Memory, Framing Memory - by two members of the University of Newcastle, Ms Miranda Lawry and Professor Philip Schofield.
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| 21st |
Science and Engineering Super Challenge hits the Hunter
Students from 26 high schools across NSW will converge on Newcastle tomorrow to take part in a massive three-day science and engineering challenge.
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| 22nd |
Newcastle cancer researcher wins national award
Award-winning young Newcastle researcher Dr Nikki Verrills is one of three researchers to be awarded the Voiceless Eureka Prize at this year's Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.
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| 22nd |
Lecturer and student scoop journalism awards
Paul Scott and Nikki Wilson-Smith from the University of Newcastle have been recognised for excellence in their field with wins at the 40th annual Northern NSW Journalism Awards.
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| 27th |
Applications now open for Joint Medical Program
Online applications for 2008 entry into the University of Newcastle and the University of New England's Joint Medical Program are now open.
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| 27th |
Workshop examines performance of infrastructure
The performance of Newcastle's key physical infrastructure during the extreme weather of the June long weekend will be the focus of a workshop at the University of Newcastle tomorrow.
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| 28th |
Need HSC help? HSC PREP days will get you sorted!
The University of Newcastle is offering HSC students a helping hand with their studies, and the opportunity to gain new perspectives on their subjects, through a series of workshops next month.
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| 29th |
Students rate academic program quality high
Students at the University of Newcastle have given their academic programs high marks for quality in the 2006 Composite Student Questionnaire (CSQ).
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| 30th |
The University of Newcastle Symphony Orchestra - Open rehearsal
The University of Newcastle Symphony Orchestra will hold a special open rehearsal for the Conservatorium's youngest music students next week.
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| 31st |
University renews commitment to sustainable energy management
The University of Newcastle will work towards reducing its carbon emissions by 20 per cent over the next eight years.
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September 2007
| 4th |
Meet your future at University of Newcastle Information Day
The University of Newcastle is opening its doors for the annual Information Day at the Callaghan campus on Saturday 8 September 2007, giving potential students the chance to meet their future.
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| 6th |
Local researcher awarded Churchill Fellowship
Central Coast-based researcher Dr Anton Kriz has been awarded a prestigious Churchill Fellowship to extend his work on doing business in China.
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| 10th |
Conservatorium Open Day
The University of Newcastle Conservatorium will be holding an Open Day this Saturday 15 September 2007.
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| 11th |
History Week
The University of Newcastle is celebrating History Week with an exhibition titled Dissent and Disorder: Policing the Great Depression.
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| 12th |
The place of Aboriginal art in history
Nationally recognised Aboriginal art curator, Mr Djon Mundine OAM, will give a public lecture at the University of Newcastle on Wednesday.
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| 12th |
Putting names to faces
The Auchmuty Library is exhibiting a range of historic photographs held in its Cultural Collections as part of NSW History Week.
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| 12th |
Graduate named Newcastle's Young Engineer of the Year
University of Newcastle graduate Paul Reynolds has been named the 2007 Young Engineer of the Year by Engineers Australia's Newcastle division.
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| 13th |
Engineering graduate off to Cambridge under prestigious scholarship
One of the world's most respected universities will soon be welcoming University of Newcastle Engineering graduate Alex Tayler to its ranks.
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| 13th |
Prostate cancer treatment trial reaches recruitment milestone
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| 14th |
Conference to consider sustainable urban development
Experts from 15 countries will gather in the Hunter Valley from Sunday for a three-day conference to share experiences on how to deal with the increasingly complex issues surrounding the built environment.
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| 17th |
Margaret Senior Award
Seven final-year Natural History Illustration students will vie for one of the University of Newcastle's most prestigious awards this week - the Margaret Senior Award.
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| 19th |
TAFE graduates guaranteed Uni places at Central Coast campus
TAFE graduates with a completed Certificate IV level or higher are being offered a guaranteed place next year in selected degree programs at the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus.
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| 21st |
High Court Justice to visit the University of Newcastle
One of Australia's most prominent legal identities will today visit the University of Newcastle.
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| 24th |
University welcomes $2m in research program funding
The University of Newcastle has today secured more than $2 million in funding for five projects under the Australian Research Council's (ARC) Linkage Projects Scheme.
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| 24th |
Einstein award recognises engineering partnership
The contributions of two Professors from the University of Newcastle to the field of engineering have been recognised with a rare international honour.
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| 24th |
Researchers use DNA testing to predict steel corrosion
Researchers at the University of Newcastle are testing the DNA of sea-living bacteria in an effort to predict the reliability and durability of steel infrastructure in coastal regions.
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| 25th |
New maths bonus scheme
The University of Newcastle is bolstering efforts to reduce the national skills shortage by introducing a new maths bonus points scheme for students interested in studying engineering or science.
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| 25th |
University secures a record $14 million for health and medical research
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| 26th |
Another record for University funding - $10 million in Discovery Grants
The University of Newcastle has received a record $10.3 million from the Australian Research Council (ARC) under the highly competitive Discovery Projects Scheme.
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| 26th |
2008 University applications close this week
Anyone thinking of going to University in 2008 is being reminded that on-time applications for entry into degree programs close this Friday 28 September 2007.
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| 27th |
Margaret Senior Award
Third year Natural History Illustration student Elizabeth Oldmeadow has been awarded one of the University of Newcastle's most prestigious awards this week - the Margaret Senior Award.
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October 2007
| 1st |
Unforseen Colour - new exhibition opening
The latest works from Doctor of Philosophy in Fine Art candidate Mazie Turner will be unveiled at The University Gallery on Thursday 11 October.
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| 4th |
Millions of dollars for breast cancer research
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| 4th |
University welcomes $3m boost for Central Coast campus
The University of Newcastle has today welcomed the announcement of $3m for a new nursing and education teaching facility at the Central Coast campus.
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| 4th |
Local scientists honoured with national awards
Two emerging researchers from the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus have been recognised for their work on fish stocks with national awards.
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| 7th |
University of Newcastle graduation
Semester two graduation ceremonies for University of Newcastle students will be held on Thursday 9 October and Friday 10 October, in the Great Hall, Newcastle campus (at Callaghan).
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| 8th |
University welcomes inaugural Professor of Occupational Therapy
Reshaping the occupational therapy degree program to respond to emerging challenges in the field is one of the key tasks for the University of Newcastle's latest academic appointment to the School of Health Sciences.
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| 9th |
International marine experts to address public lecture
Two international marine experts from the University of Newcastle will present a free public lecture at the Central Coast campus this Friday 12 October.
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| 10th |
Minerals boom brings bulk handling experts to Newcastle
The bulk handling of materials across the world and its implications for industry are the focus of a conference being held in Newcastle.
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| 12th |
Students recognised for contribution to science teaching
Three students from the University of Newcastle's Central Coast campus have been rewarded for their efforts in boosting the knowledge and understanding of science in primary school students.
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| 15th |
The Twenty First Century Conservatorium
Inaugural lecture of the newly appointed Chair of Music, Professor Richard Vella.
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| 16th |
Brass with Class 2 Concert
The Newcastle University Choir will join with Newcastle's A Grade Concert Band, Waratah Brass, to raise funds to replace music destroyed by flooding during the June long weekend. Waratah Brass lost its entire music library during the long weekend floods.
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| 17th |
The history of a valuable archive - NSW Governor to launch book
A new book showing how the mystery behind the authorship of an antique hand-written French manuscript was unravelled, will be launched by Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO, Governor of New South Wales.
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| 17th |
Lacks power, and is easily broken - but the verdict is this cat is still a killer
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| 18th |
The psychological impact of infertility caused by cancer
Research at the University of Newcastle is examining how cancer patients and their partners cope when diagnosed as infertile.
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| 18th |
Researchers recognised with Young Tall Poppy award
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| 22nd |
Student legal team wins argument
Four law students from the University of Newcastle have argued their way into first place, winning a highly prestigious national law competition in Melbourne.
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| 23rd |
Central Coast Chaplaincy Lecture
The Chaplaincy sponsors three or four free public lectures each year. The lectures are open to members of the public as well as the campus community.
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| 23rd |
Science and Engineering Challenge goes international
The University of Newcastle's highly successful Science and Engineering Challenge has reached new heights with the first Challenge on foreign soil to be held in Singapore tomorrow.
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| 24th |
Exceptional graduates recognised at Convocation Awards
The University of Newcastle will celebrate the outstanding professional achievements and community contributions of two graduates at the presentation of the prestigious Convocation Awards tonight.
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| 24th |
New directions for The Conservatorium of Music
An even brighter future for The Conservatorium of Music at the University of Newcastle is planned under the stewardship of the recently appointed Chair of Music, Professor Richard Vella.
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| 25th |
Open Foundation by Distance - Representatives visit Port Macquarie
Representatives from one of the University of Newcastle's highly successful tertiary preparation courses will be in Port Macquarie tomorrow to provide information on Open Foundation by Distance for study in 2008.
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| 29th |
International visitor to give lecture on fuel cell technologies
The use of fuel cell technologies in a new generation of hybrid electric vehicles will be the topic of a special lecture for engineering students at the University of Newcastle this week.
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| 29th |
Business leaders of the future
Australia's future business leaders will compete in the final of the 2007 University of Newcastle Kip McGrath Education Centres Year 11 Business Planning Competition this week.
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| 31st |
University communication students to work at Beijing Olympics
The Beijing Organising Committee of the Olympic Games (BOCOG) has invited communication students at the University of Newcastle to work with the international media contingent at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.
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November 2007
| 2nd |
10,000 Indigenous lives at risk - Jeff McMullen AM
Unless Australia has a change of heart, the 10,000 Indigenous children born this year can order a tombstone that says 'born into disadvantage and died that way', according to prominent Australian journalist and commentator Jeff McMullen AM.
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| 6th |
'The University Collection: Evolution'
This new exhibition at The University Gallery is an overview of the University collection since the 1950s. It includes works representing University history, Hunter region sites and history, country and Indigenous spirituality, and artists celebrated in their fields.
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| 7th |
Sustaining the region
The sustainability of the Hunter region's environment and economy will be the subject of a forum at the University of Newcastle this Friday.
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| 7th |
Innovative social program recognised with community award
An innovative social program for young African migrants will be recognised with a City of Newcastle Service award tonight.
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| 8th |
Council and University to work with private sector on major redevelopment of City Precinct
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| 8th |
HMRI announces the Hunter's leading researcher
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| 8th |
New discovery to help asthmatics breathe easy
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| 12th |
Architecture End-of-Year Exhibition 2007
'Architecture 5 Newcastle' is the annual exhibition by final-year architecture students in the School of Architecture and Built Environment at the University of Newcastle.
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| 12th |
Newcastle researchers join international ocean drilling project
Researchers at the University of Newcastle will join international colleagues in a unique research program drilling up to 12 kilometres below the sea floor.
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| 13th |
Newcastle in winning multi-million dollar consortium
The University of Newcastle is part of a consortium of universities, led by Griffith University in Queensland, selected by the Australian Government to host the $50 million National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility.
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| 14th |
University hosts local Indigenous students for Pathways Day
The Central Coast campus of the University of Newcastle was recently host to around 120 local Indigenous students for the Indigenous Pathways to Learning Day.
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| 14th |
Chamber Choir broadcast on ABC Classic FM
A performance by the award winning University of Newcastle Chamber Choir will be broadcast on ABC Classic FM this weekend.
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| 14th |
Hong Kong graduation ceremony for the University of Newcastle
More than 200 graduates of the University of Newcastle will tomorrow be presented with their degrees at a special ceremony to be held in Hong Kong.
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| 14th |
Music Student Wins Major Prize
Final year music student Chris English has taken out the major prize at 'Resonate', the Music Industry Showcase Band Competition finals held recently at Newcastle Civic Theatre.
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| 15th |
'10,000 clicks' - architecture students showcase their visions
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| 16th |
Singapore graduation ceremony for the University of Newcastle
More than 250 graduates of the University of Newcastle will tomorrow be presented with their degrees at a special ceremony to be held in Singapore.
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| 16th |
Local research hoping to boost protected seahorse stocks
University of Newcastle PhD researcher David Harasti has been in the spotlight this week for his unique approach to increasing seahorse stocks in NSW waters.
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| 21st |
Religion, the Academy and the Public Sphere
This interdisciplinary workshop is presented by the Group for Religious and Intellectual Traditions (GRIT) in the Faculty of Education and Arts.
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| 22nd |
Innovative new tool to help stop domestic and family violence
Giving people the tools to assist friends and loved ones stop domestic and family violence is the driving force behind a new initiative being launched tomorrow by the University of Newcastle's Family Action Centre.
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| 22nd |
'Glory Days' - Reliving the Palais
A new documentary about the iconic Palais Royale theatre in Newcastle will be launched tonight at the University of Newcastle.
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| 26th |
SMART road show hits the NSW mid-north coast
RoboRaptor, Andy the humanoid robot, Skeleton Steve a larger-than-life model will bring the fascinating world of science to school students on the NSW mid-north coast over the coming fortnight.
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| 27th |
Newcastle students write best Australian stories
Two PhD students from the University of Newcastle have written their way into the Best Australian Stories 2007 publication.
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| 28th |
University reinforces ties with China and India
The University of Newcastle has further strengthened its links to China and India, visiting the two countries as part of the recent successful New South Wales Government trade and business mission, led by the Premier, Morris Iemma MP.
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| 29th |
Indigenous summer school for budding engineers
Indigenous students across Australia are invited to a unique summer school in Newcastle in January 2008 to gain a hands-on understanding of a career in engineering.
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| 30th |
Study warns of hospital poisoning danger
New international research has highlighted the potential danger of using of alcohol-based hand rub in hospitals, prompting calls to increase the security of hand rub dispensers.
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December 2007
| 3rd |
Local students test their ability to argue at annual debating day
Twenty teams from 14 local schools will descend on the University of Newcastle, Central Coast campus, tomorrow to battle it out in the annual high school debating day.
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| 5th |
University staff recognised for work during 2007
Seven teams and 22 individual staff have been recognised with University awards for their exceptional efforts in 2007.
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| 5th |
National employment conference kicks off in Newcastle
Delegates and speakers from across the world will converge on Newcastle tomorrow to discuss recent labour market developments and government policy challenges at a time of rising underemployment and skills shortages.
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| 5th |
Smart thinking for safer structures
A University of Newcastle engineer has won a major research award for designing computer programs to evaluate the stability of structures such as mine tunnels, road cuttings, building foundations and dams.
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| 6th |
National Conference: The Challenge to Restore Full Employment
Labour Movement icon Tom Uren and acclaimed Feminist social scientist Professor Marilyn Waring are the keynote speakers at this year's National Unemployment Conference hosted by the University of Newcastle Centre of Full Employment and Equity (CofFEE).
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| 7th |
Newcastle's young leaders in the spotlight
David Newham has been recognised for his drive and passion for improving the lives of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, being named the winner of the 2007 University of Newcastle Leadership Award.
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| 7th |
Conference to consider the devaluation of unpaid work
Leading New Zealand academic Professor Marilyn Waring will present her views today on how unpaid work, particularly that of women, is consistently devalued by standard measures of economic activity.
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| 7th |
University academics named among best teachers in NSW
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| 10th |
Maths and Science Summer School kicks off today
Showing the exciting world of maths and science, and highlighting the opportunities for females in traditionally male-dominated fields are the aims of the inaugural Year 9 Girls Summer School at the University of Newcastle.
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| 10th |
Corporate governance standards slipping
An independent report by University of Newcastle Associate Professor Jim Psaros, has found more than 40 per cent of Australia's medium-sized listed companies have inadequate corporate governance standards.
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| 13th |
A drink to healthy ageing
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| 17th |
University of Newcastle Advisory Days
Advisory Days at the University of Newcastle in January will enable prospective students to speak to University staff and students about study options, preferences, preference changes and alternate entry to the University.
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| 17th |
Belinda Munn
The University of Newcastle is pleased to welcome Belinda Munn as Manager, Equity and Diversity.
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| 17th |
Antibiotic treatment targets difficult asthma
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| 18th |
Industrial Design Exhibition
The final year works of students graduating from the University of Newcastle's Bachelor of Design (Industrial) are on display at Watt Space Gallery.
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| 18th |
University of Newcastle Christmas/New Year shutdown
The University of Newcastle will be closed for the Christmas break from 5pm, Tuesday 18 December 2007 and reopen Monday 7 January 2008.
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| 18th |
Sport Science students put theory to the test
Students and staff from the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus will today put theory into practice as they undertake performance testing on some of the region's up-and-coming athletes.
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| 27th |
University of Newcastle Advisory Day
University of Newcastle staff and students will be on hand to talk to prospective students about study options, preferences, preference changes and alternative entry, at an Advisory Day on Thursday, 3 January 2008.
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| 28th |
Achieving new-found respect for a local broadcasting icon
After eight years at the helm of Newcastle's flagship community broadcasting station, 2NURFM's John McGahen will hang up his headphones and step down as General Manager next Monday.
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| 31st |
Reconstructing Australia's economic geography
New research at the University of Newcastle is investigating how to better use Australia's labour force statistics to generate more accurate estimates of regional employment and unemployment.
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