Archive of news for June 2008

June 2008

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Home-Start welcomes new volunteers

The University of Newcastle's Family Action Centre will today welcome the latest recruits to a voluntary home-visiting program which has worked with 1700 families and 3400 children.

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Wind Orchestra takes on superhero's tale

The premiere of an epic masterpiece following the highs and lows of a superhero's adventure will be the feature piece of the University of Newcastle's Wind Orchestra concert this week.

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Concert showcases creative talents of staff

Staff will take to the stage this week to showcase their diverse musical talents in a concert highlighting the new direction of the University of Newcastle's Conservatorium.

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Applications closing for medicine admissions test

Only three days remain for students wishing to study the Bachelor of Medicine - Joint Medical Program (JMP) in 2009 to start their application process.

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Helping people with mental illness quit smoking

Hunter researchers are investigating the best ways to help people with mental illness quit smoking - a problem costing Australia $33 billion each year.

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The calm before the storm - planning for disaster

As the Hunter reaches the first anniversary of the June 2007 storms, a new initiative that aims to better prepare a unique group of residents with the knowledge and strategies needed to better cope with natural disasters.

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University Professor awarded prestigious public health medal

Professor Derek Smith from the University of Newcastle has been recognised as a distinguished public health academic, receiving the 2008 Sidney Sax Oration Medal.

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annual Jack Doherty memorial lecture

Gary Foley's presentation simply titled "HISTORY" will provide fascinating insights on a variety of important issues from an Aboriginal perspective.

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NBN Research Series

NBN News will take viewers inside the research laboratory this week, and will even let them look through the microscope, in a special five part series on health and medical research in the Hunter.

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New research shows room for improvement in health news

Research into the news reporting of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in Australia, has revealed that much of the information the public receives through the media is inaccurate or incomplete.

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Will kids eat vegetables if they grow them?

Each night at dinner tables across Australia, frustrated parents say to their children: "Eat your vegetables!"

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Last chance to apply for mid-year entry

People interested in studying at the University of Newcastle have until tomorrow to apply for mid-year entry.

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Connecting with University alumni in Singapore

The University of Newcastle's international alumni will come together this weekend in Singapore to build their social and professional networks.

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Chamber Choir battles it out

The University of Newcastle's Chamber Choir will battle against the nation's best in a new television series competition.

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Change your life with Open Foundation

When Deborah Morgan-Zammit had her first child at the age of 16, she didn't believe she would one day fulfil her lifelong dream of being a teacher.

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Brian and Rohma Cummins Awards Collection

Works by Bachelor of Fine Arts students from the disciplines of drawing and painting will be displayed at The University Gallery, Callaghan campus, from 25 June to 11 July in the lead up to the annual Brian and Rohma Cummins Awards.

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Singapore students dust off the tux and tiara

Students from the University of Newcastle Singapore campus are gearing up for the second Annual Student Ball.

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NSW Teacher Education Council (TEC) Conference 2008

The University of Newcastle is pleased to be joining with the NSW Teacher Education Council (TEC) to host their Annual Conference and Professional Experience Roundtable for 2008.

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Study aims to improve asthma treatment in pregnancy

Hunter researchers are inviting pregnant women with asthma to participate in an important study which aims to improve the health of women and their unborn babies.

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Special performance to remember popular colleague

The University of Newcastle will host two special performances of the award-winning musical Blood Brothers to raise money for the Glen Avery Memorial Scholarship Fund.

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'Sperm sorter' to help minimise chance of genetic damage

A new system which selects only the highest quality sperm for use in assisted reproductive technologies (ART) could reduce the possible transmission of genetic damage.

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Sculpture Competition 2008

Artists are invited to submit design proposals for an outdoor, site-specific sculpture that reflects both the history and 21st Century aspirations of the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus (Ourimbah).

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Independent audit: UON Singapore and PSB Academy partnership very strong

The University of Newcastle, its company UON Singapore Pte Ltd and PSB Academy welcome the Audit Report by the Australian Universities Quality Agency (AUQA).

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Independent audit: University of Newcastle and HKMA partnership very strong

The University of Newcastle and Hong Kong Management Association (HKMA) welcome the Audit Report by the Australian Universities Quality Agency (AUQA).

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Re-engaging students through the online environment

The University of Newcastle 2007-2008 Teaching and Learning Fellowship presentation day, Tuesday 24 June, 12.30pm - 4.30pm, The Treehouse, Shortland Building, Callaghan campus.

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Independent audit finds University of Newcastle in excellent position

The University of Newcastle welcomes the Audit Report by the Australian Universities Quality Agency (AUQA).

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Art exploring the bond between mother and child

A unique exhibition merging scientific research with art is contributing to the understanding of the enduring bond between a mother and child.

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First steps towards a new approach to epilepsy treatment

The most prestigious funding body in the world for epilepsy has financially backed Australian research into new approaches to treat the condition.

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United Nations conference - registrations now open

Students are invited to register to attend this year's Asia Pacific Model United Nations Conference (AMUNC) as a representative of the Newcastle University United Nations Society.

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Should doctors be selling drugs for the pharmaceutical industry?

A University of Newcastle researcher has questioned whether the senior doctors who help companies sell drugs are independent experts, or simply drug representatives in disguise.

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Calling smokers - researchers need you

University researchers are asking anyone who smokes at least 15 cigarettes each day to take part in a study to better understand why people smoke.

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Creating a piece of history - 2008 sculpture competition

In celebration of 20 years of teaching and learning, a unique sculpture will be created and take pride of place at the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus.

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CERC Forum

The Centre for Education, Research and Children invites early childhood educators, parents, students and other interested community members to join them in their upcoming Forum "Investing in our Future: Connections in Childhood".

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Media alert - Experiment Fest picture opportunities

Determining the phosphoric acid content in cola drinks, working out the flight path of a fast moving object, and investigating the transfer of light by optical fibres are just some of the scientific feats around 1,400 local HSC students will be involved in over the next two weeks.

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Malaysian student scholarship reception

Fourteen undergraduate Malaysian students receiving scholarships to study programs in the University of Newcastle's Faculty of Business and Law were recognised at a reception last week.

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