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Archive of news for March 2009

March 2009

3rd

Acclaimed artist gifts artwork to the University

The powerful PhD installation created by acclaimed artist and University of Newcastle visual arts lecturer, Dr Ibtihal Samarayi, is now on permanent display at the Central Coast and Callaghan campuses.

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4th

New year, new look, new features

Welcome to the first edition of the new-look UniNews. To students joining us for the first time, it is great to have you with us and to returning students I hope the summer break was relaxing and enjoyable.

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5th

Travelling well? Commuting parents and family life

With more than one quarter of workers on the Central Coast commuting outside the region for their job, new research aims to shed light on the challenge of juggling work, travel and family life.

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9th

University signs MOU with Tantrum Theatre

The University of Newcastle has strengthened its relationship with Tantrum Theatre, signing an agreement to formalise collaboration and develop the drama and performance skills of young people in the region.

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11th

'No scientific evidence' that hi-tech running shoes prevent injuries

Researchers at the University of Newcastle have found no scientific evidence to support claims that commonly recommended running shoes prevent injuries in runners.

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13th

New focal point for prostate cancer research in the Hunter

Researchers and support services in Newcastle are joining forces to address the startling prostate cancer death rate in the Hunter region.

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16th

Forum: Have the Sciences and Humanities lost their dialogue?

Staff from across the University are invited to the first in a series of forums aimed at strengthening cross-discipline relationships and celebrating the spirit of ideas.

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17th

Harmony Week at the University of Newcastle

The University of Newcastle is celebrating Harmony Week with a series of events at its Callaghan campus.

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17th

Job loss suburbs exposed

A new report, Red alert suburbs: An employment vulnerability index for Australia's major urban regions, identifies the suburbs across Australia that are most vulnerable to job losses as a result of the current economic crisis.

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18th

University a top employment choice for women

The University of Newcastle has been named a 2009 Employer of Choice for Women.

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18th

Local education gets global flavour

An innovative new program providing students with the opportunity to build global leadership and intercultural skills will be launched today by the University of Newcastle.

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19th

Media health reporting: accuracy improving but still a way to go

New research on the reporting of medical treatments in the media shows slight improvements in accuracy but the overall quality of health reporting remains poor.

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19th

'Short Back and Sides'

Four graduates of the University of Newcastle Conservatorium will compete in the semi-finals of Channel 7's 'Australia's Got Talent' next Wednesday 25 March.

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20th

Sixty years of teacher education in Newcastle

The University of Newcastle will mark a significant milestone this weekend when it celebrates 60 years of producing some of Australia's most talented educators.

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21st

Musica Viva

One of Newcastle's finest exports is returning home for a Baroque celebration.

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22nd

Celebrating 20 years on the Central Coast

This year the University is celebrating the 20th anniversary of our Central Coast campus.

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25th

Graduates in demand at Careers and Employer Expo

More than 90 organisations will attend the University's annual Careers and Employer Expo this week.

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26th

Volunteers needed for weight loss study

The Nutraceuticals Research Group is investigating the extent to which the consumption of fish oil assists with weight management.

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30th

New translation of ancient play

The University of Newcastle's School of Drama, Fine Art and Music (incorporating the Conservatorium) will present a new translation of a play first performed in 421 BC - Aristophanes' Peace.

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31st

Young entrepreneur takes home prestigious leadership award

Bronwyn Hall was today named the winner of the Leadership Award for her vision and ingenuity in developing education resources to help students overcome the fear of essay writing.

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