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News - March 2007

1 March 2007
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.

1 March 2007
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.

1 March 2007
University condemns recent Ourimbah incidents
The University of Newcastle abhors any form of discrimination or harassment and does not tolerate racism in any form.
The University strongly condemns the recent incidents that have occurred around Ourimbah.

1 March 2007
Revitalising Indigenous language
Stemming the loss of traditional Indigenous languages is the focus of a seminar at the University of Newcastle tomorrow.

2 March 2007
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.

5 March 2007
Newcastle University Sport (NUsport) named Sporting Organisation of the Year
Newcastle University Sport (NUsport) has been named Newcastle City Council Sporting Organisation of the Year at the 2006 Newcastle City Council Sports Awards, held Friday 2 March, 2007.

6 March 2007
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.

6 March 2007
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.

6 March 2007
Breast cancer researcher among top 10 'hottest' in the world
University of Newcastle researcher, Professor John Forbes, has been named as one of the top 10 'hottest' researchers in the world, with his inclusion on the Thomson Scientific 'Hottest Researcher' list for 2005 - 2006.

7 March 2007
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.

8 March 2007
Sounding out schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease
How we respond to noise could be one of the key indicators of a predisposition to schizophrenia or Parkinson's disease according to the latest research underway at the University of Newcastle.

9 March 2007
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.

9 March 2007
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.

13 March 2007
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.

13 March 2007
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.

15 March 2007
University joins with NSW Police Force
In a first for country NSW Police, the University of Newcastle is equipping officers with leadership skills as part of a high quality, practical business course.

19 March 2007
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.

20 March 2007
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.

20 March 2007
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.

21 March 2007
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.

22 March 2007
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.

23 March 2007
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.

26 March 2007
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.

26 March 2007
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.

27 March 2007
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. Katherine Whittaker and Sarah Mollard are both completing their studies through the University Department of Rural Health in Tamworth. Through the scholarships from the Australian Rotary Health Research Fund, Katherine and Sarah will team up with a local Rotary club to develop links with the local Tamworth community.

27 March 2007
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.

29 March 2007
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.

31 March 2007
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.

Artist takes up residence in Gallery
The University Gallery will become an art studio for renowned abstract painter Judith Duquemin this week. Her works derive from her Anglo/French ancestry.

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.

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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