Archive of news for May 2007
May 2007
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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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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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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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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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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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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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First place for University student
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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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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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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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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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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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$3.5 million for new medical research building
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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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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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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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$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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University student wins national fashion photography award
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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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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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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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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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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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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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