Archive of news for 2011
January 2011
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REMINDER - University of Newcastle Advisory Days January 2011
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 Advisory Day on Wednesday 5 January 2011.
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Expert List
PLEASE KEEP: This is a reference list for several University experts and their availability during the New Year period.
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Researcher to interpret entrepreneurship across cultural borders
Looking for links between Indigenous entrepreneurs in Europe and the Pacific Rim is at the centre of unique research by an award-winning University of Newcastle academic.
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Playful dads needed for childhood study
University of Newcastle researchers are studying how a bit of ‘rough and tumble’ with dad can benefit a child’s early development.
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Region's education options boosted by landmark agreement
A landmark agreement between the region’s top education and training institutions will streamline and improve education options for local students.
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University releases Main Round Offers
The University of Newcastle released 8,143 Main Round Offers to undergraduate students tonight.
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Noah's Ark exhibition to raise money for flood relief
A scale model of Noah’s Ark is part of a University of Newcastle exhibition created to raise money for Queensland’s flood relief.
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Former Deputy Chancellor honoured
Former University of Newcastle Deputy Chancellor Professor Ken Dutton has been recognised in the 2011 Australia Day honours list.
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| 28th |
Newcastle breaking through glass ceiling with scholarship win
University of Newcastle Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Services), Dr Sue Gould, is one of 70 Australian women to be awarded a prestigious Board Diversity Scholarship.
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Numbers add up for Newcastle research
More than 70 per cent of the University of Newcastle’s research has been rated at or above the world standard according to an independent Australian Government assessment released today.
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February 2011
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Underwater world conserved and explored with new agreement
Conserving and better understanding the unique local marine environment is the aim of a partnership between the University of Newcastle and the Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre.
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Students given a boost
Sixty Year 12 mathematics students from the Hunter and Central Coast will have their eyes opened to the world of university education when they visit the University of Newcastle’s Callaghan campus today.
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New partnership opens doors to university
Students who have completed a range of health and business-related programs through WEA Hunter will now have their qualifications recognised by the University of Newcastle.
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Research explores grandfathers' role in modern family
Exploring the important role grandparents play in a child’s life will be the subject of a new study underway at the University of Newcastle.
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Forum to improve management of palliative care
For the first time, University of Newcastle researchers and health care professionals will gather this week to discuss the future of palliative care.
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Green travel options for students and staff 'On the Move'
The University of Newcastle has launched a time-saving carpooling system to help students and staff think about greener ways to get to campus.
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More Parking and travel options for students and staff ‘On the Move’
More car parking spaces, a new carpooling system and online transport information have been launched for students and staff travelling to the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus.
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Prestigious appointments for Newcastle researchers
Three University of Newcastle academics have been appointed to peak organisations in their fields of expertise.
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Inaugural ceremony celebrates Port Macquarie's latest graduates
The centre of Port Macquarie will be transformed into a sea of caps and gowns on Saturday as the University of Newcastle celebrates its first formal graduation ceremony in the region and its 100th nursing graduate.
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Feminist fighter speaks to future generations
The stories and memorabilia of one of Australia’s renowned campaigners of feminism has been collected and preserved for the first time.
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March 2011
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Students invited to look to the future
Information sessions designed to inform year 9, 10, 11 and 12 students about career options and study pathways will be held across the Hunter and Central Coast during March.
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New scholarship to boost study of reactions to the environment
Supporting the investigation into allergic and adverse reactions to the environment is the aim of a new research scholarship established at the University of Newcastle.
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Autonomous aircraft fly to the forefront
Research underway at the University of Newcastle could someday improve the capabilities of autonomous aircraft, including their potential use in hazardous situations.
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Climate archive to help predict extreme weather events
Historic climate data never before used by researchers may provide the key to helping communities better prepare for extreme weather events, such as the recent Queensland floods.
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Clinical centre boosts local health training
State of the art facilities to train the region’s next generation of health professionals were unveiled in Taree today with the official opening of the University of Newcastle’s Manning Education Centre.
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| 15th |
$3.8 million ‘smart’ teaching facility for Central Coast campus
Construction of a new teaching space that automatically cools itself and reuses rainwater is underway at the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus.
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University scholarships up for grabs for Hunter students
Students studying at the University of Newcastle are being encouraged to apply for a scholarship to help ease the financial burden of studying.
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| 17th |
University city campus attracts bipartisan support
The two major parties in the New South Wales election have committed their support to establishing a University city campus in the Newcastle CBD.
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| 17th |
Breakthrough tipped for epilepsy treatment
A University of Newcastle researcher is poised to make a major medical breakthrough that could transform the lives of one in three epilepsy sufferers.
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| 21st |
Internationally acclaimed researcher to take up HMRI helm
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| 21st |
Harmony week celebrates cultural diversity
International flavours will be served up at the University of Newcastle this week to celebrate our diverse society during Harmony Week, 21-25 March 2011.
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| 21st |
University Alumni honoured at international Awards
The University of Newcastle scooped the winning pool at the inaugural Australia Singapore Alumni Awards held in Singapore on Friday night.
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| 21st |
Community to learn about education options at forum
Central Coast employers will have the opportunity to share unique insights into their emerging fields at a tertiary education forum to be held this week.
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Chinese university leaders visit to enhance alliance with Newcastle
The University of Newcastle community has this week welcomed a delegation of presidents and senior staff from four Chinese tertiary institutions.
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| 23rd |
Inaugural Industry Scholarships help Indigenous students
Indigenous nursing, engineering, business and environmental science students at the University of Newcastle can apply for inaugural scholarships to help fast-track their careers.
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University joins ClimateCam crusade
In the continued fight to reduce its carbon footprint, the University of Newcastle has joined The City of Newcastle’s revolutionary ClimateCam initiative.
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| 23rd |
Industry Scholarships help students fast-track careers
It is time for University of Newcastle students to apply for Industry based scholarships that will give them a head start in their careers.
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| 25th |
New prostate cancer treatment doubles survival rates
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| 29th |
Parents targeted to tackle childhood obesity
Latest research shows changing the eating attitudes of parents rather than children is the key to combating childhood obesity.
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| 29th |
Gallop calls for Aussies to step up to help new migrants
Australians must take steps to help recently arrived migrants adjust and become involved in their new community if multiculturalism is to succeed, according to former Western Australian premier, Professor Geoffrey Gallop.
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Society needs to prepare now for ageing
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April 2011
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Newcastle strengthens links with South African University
A trailblazer in the fight against apartheid in South Africa will be on campus next Monday to sign a historic agreement with the University of Newcastle.
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Research puts Aussie gridiron stars to the test
Australian first research to test the physical capabilities of junior star gridiron players will be conducted next week by staff and students of the University of Newcastle.
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| 14th |
University rates highly in credit assessment
The University of Newcastle has achieved a strong credit rating of Aa2 from international rating agency Moody’s Investors Service.
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| 18th |
Rare glimpse into life of Gandhi on show at University
For the first time Hunter residents can view little-seen photographs of one of the world’s most inspirational leaders – Mahatma Gandhi.
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| 18th |
Lecture to pull the broadband levers
An assessment of Australia’s broadband sector and the National Broadband Network (NBN) will be presented at a public lecture hosted by the University of Newcastle tomorrow night.
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Awards shine the spotlight on young leaders
Young community and business leaders have the opportunity to win $10,000 to help develop their careers, by entering the University of Newcastle Leadership Award.
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The University of Newcastle celebrates bumper graduation
In a historic first for the University of Newcastle, the 2011 April/May graduation ceremonies will be held over two weeks.
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| 26th |
Chamber Choir sing Vespers for first concert in 2011
The award-winning University of Newcastle Chamber Choir will present one of the great Russian masterpieces this week in their first concert for 2011.
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| 29th |
Dads needed for research to improve family lifestyles
Fathers are being encouraged to join a community-driven program that will help them, and their families, lose weight without having to give up all of life's luxuries.
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May 2011
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Research to help patients breathe easy on World Asthma Day
Research is underway to test the effectiveness of combining antibiotics with commonly used treatments to help people with asthma better control their condition.
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Boost your career with $10,000 Leadership Award
Newcastle councillor, Shayne Connell, believes winning the University of Newcastle Leadership Award has helped him to get ahead in business and in his personal life.
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Awards shine the spotlight on Mid North Coast's young leaders
Young community and business leaders on the Central Coast have the opportunity to win $10,000 to help develop their careers, by entering the University of Newcastle Leadership Award.
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University celebrates second week of graduation
The University of Newcastle’s April/May graduation ceremonies will continue this week with ceremonies to be held on Friday 6 May and Saturday 7 May.
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Awards shine the spotlight on Central Coast's young leaders
Young community and business leaders on the Central Coast have the opportunity to win $10,000 to help develop their careers, by entering the University of Newcastle Leadership Award.
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Health study brings families back to scale
State-of-the-art scales that measure hydration levels, body shape and muscle mass are being used as part of an interactive family diet study underway at the University of Newcastle.
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Newcastle Institute opens door to China
China and Newcastle ties will be bolstered with tomorrow’s official opening of the Confucius Institute at the University of Newcastle.
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| 11th |
Student artists awarded inspirational travelling scholarship
Two up and coming young artists Abbey Cecil and Rachael Ireland have been named the 2011 winners of the Jennie Thomas Travelling Art Scholarship, one of the most hotly contested scholarships at the University of Newcastle.
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The Great Godfrey Tanner lives again in art!
The spirit of the late Godfrey Tanner will look over students at the University of Newcastle with a portrait of the Emeritus Professor being hung at the Godfrey Tanner Bar in a special dedication ceremony on Thursday 12 May at 3pm.
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Newcastle trailblazer takes final bow
After shining the spotlight on some well-known Newcastle performers, University of Newcastle drama lecturer Professor Michael Ewans is ready to step away from the stage.
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| 16th |
Recognising academic excellence at inaugural Scholars' Week
Academic excellence is being recognised and rewarded this week at the University of Newcastle. For the first time, the University is holding Scholars’ Week (16-20 May), a week of where scholarships winners will be presented with their awards.
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Celebrating excellence - Scholars' Week on the Central Coast
Business and community support for academic excellence will be celebrated at the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus on Tuesday 17 May with the Scholars’ Week Scholarships and Awards night.
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| 17th |
Poetry prize celebrates 30 years of awarding home-grown talent
Winning the Newcastle Poetry Prize has helped launch the career of many talented writers including poet David Musgrave.
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| 17th |
Better understanding of flu treatment just a click away
With the flu season now underway, researchers are using a nationwide online survey to better understand how many people seek medical advice when symptoms set in.
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| 17th |
Expert to lead Hunter research on hidden health threat
Researchers at the University of Newcastle will work with an international expert on the overload of iron in the body.
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| 18th |
Inaugural Beryl Collier Indigenous Scholarship winner announced
Indigenous student Joni Leston is one step closer to her chosen career of Aboriginal Health after being named the inaugural recipient of the Dr Beryl Collier Indigenous Education Scholarship at the University of Newcastle‟s Central Coast campus.
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Conservatorium concert celebrates prize winner for piano composition
Well-known Australian pianist Mr Ian Munro has been named the latest winner of the Jean Bogan Prize for Piano Composition.
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| 20th |
Research support backs low emission technology development
Research and development of the technology behind Australia’s most advanced carbon capture and storage plant will be tested internationally thanks to a new partnership between the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER) and Xstrata Coal.
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Results focus leaves students adrift in education and adult life
An international education expert is calling for a major rethink of Australia's education policy that will keep more kids in school.
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| 24th |
Exploring gardens and mystical worlds in PhD exhibitions
The fairy tale world and the beauty of manicured gardens and flora will be explored in two PhD exhibitions that open at the University of Newcastle Gallery this week.
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| 24th |
Creative arts performances to push boundaries
Audiences can expect the unexpected when a University of Newcastle creative arts initiative delivers an eclectic range of live, film and multi-media performances at Ourimbah next week.
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| 25th |
Researchers get a handle on neck pain
University of Newcastle researchers are taking a hands on approach to treating patients with chronic neck pain.
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| 26th |
Newcastle scores top marks for financial performance
The University of Newcastle has met all of the Australian Government’s benchmarks for financial performance for universities.
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| 27th |
Annual report confirms University's strong position
The University of Newcastle's 2010 Annual Report, including its financial statements, has been tabled in NSW State Parliament by the NSW Minister for Education and Training.
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| 30th |
Alumni breaks glass ceiling of Hunter Valley winemaking
University of Newcastle graduate Liz Jackson is the first woman to be named Winemaker of the Year at the prestigious Hunter Valley Legends and Wine Industry Awards.
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Internet weight loss research scores heavy praise
A University of Newcastle researcher has won a prestigious award for her research on a web-based weight loss program.
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$1.3 million for priority research projects
New technology to make mines more efficient and sustainable, and safer, will be developed in Newcastle with new Australian Government funding.
The Australian Research Council has allocated $1.3 million in Linkage Program funding to the University of Newcastle for the projects over the next four years.
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June 2011
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Coal & Allied helps students develop skills for the community
Hunter Valley coal producer Coal & Allied is teaming up with the University of Newcastle to help students from the Hunter develop skills and education in their chosen professions through $60,000 in scholarships.
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New scholarship fund to help disadvantaged university students
Helping disadvantaged students is the aim of the first Annual Appeal by the University of Newcastle (UON) Foundation.
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Local students get their first taste of university life
Central Coast students will be given a taste of student life when they visit the University of Newcastle for the annual Schools Visit Day this week.
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| 14th |
Central Coast campus closed due to predicted severe weather
Due to localised flooding on the weekend and predicted severe weather conditions over the next 24 hours the Central Coast campus will be closed on Wednesday 15 June.
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Young mum finds new direction after rediscovering learning
Local mum Joanna Lee has taken the long road to finding a career path that inspires her by studying an enabling program at the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus.
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| 15th |
Central Coast campus closed Thursday 16 June
Due to ongoing predicted severe weather conditions over the next 24 hours the Central Coast campus will remain closed on Thursday 16 June.
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Central Coast campus reopens Friday 17 June
The University of Newcastle Central Coast campus will reopen from 6am tomorrow Friday June 17 after being closed due to severe weather conditions.
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| 17th |
Newcastle graduates ahead of the rest
University of Newcastle bachelor degree graduates continue to earn more than the national average for their first full-time job, according to the latest findings of the Australian Graduate Survey.
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| 20th |
Enabling programs under the spotlight
First time research into the long term success of graduates who have participated in a tertiary preparation program at the University of Newcastle is underway.
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| 21st |
University academics honoured in Queen's birthday list
The University of Newcastle congratulates the academics, researchers and alumni recognised last week in the 2011 Queen's Birthday Honours.
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| 21st |
University to celebrate international students
Over 80 international students from 19 countries will be farewelled at an afternoon tea at the University of Newcastle on Thursday 23 June.
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| 21st |
Connecting fathers the key to healthy and happy families
An Australian-first course offered by the University of Newcastle is aiming to ensure professionals who work with families are actively involving fathers to create healthier and happier families.
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Targeted interventions the key to healthier lifestyles
Latest research has found rates of obesity and overweight in young people can be reduced using programs that are targeted to a groups’ particular demographic.
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The University of Newcastle celebrates Central Coast graduates
Almost 500 students will celebrate the completion of their studies at the Central Coast campus on Wednesday 29 June.
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| 27th |
Discovery to boost snake bite victim survival
Applying an ointment commonly used in angina treatment to snake bite wounds can improve survival times by up to 50 per cent according to latest research from the University of Newcastle.
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| 29th |
Exploring new approach to doctor training
A leading American medical academic will speak at a free public lecture this week about training tomorrow's doctors to focus more on patient-centred care.
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| 30th |
Best and brightest to brainstorm solar future
Australia’s leading minds in solar and renewable energy will gather tomorrow at the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER) at the University of Newcastle for the NSW Government’s Solar and Renewable Energy Summit.
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Local students get their first taste of university life
More than 2,500 students will be given a taste of student life when they visit the University of Newcastle for the annual Schools Visit Day.
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July 2011
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Mothers and daughters team up to get fit
An Australian first study at the University of Newcastle will examine how mums can help their daughters to get more active by becoming more active themselves.
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Scholarships help boost local pharmacist numbers
Hunter pharmacists are proactively addressing their declining numbers and aiming to make the region more attractive to prospective pharmacy students by funding two scholarships at the University of Newcastle.
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NAIDOC Week exhibition explores Indigenous masculinity
Cold Eels and Distant Thoughts is an exhibition on Aboriginal men by seven Aboriginal male photographers and will be on display for NAIDOC Week at the University of Newcastle Gallery.
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Newcastle academics scoop national teaching awards
Seven University of Newcastle academics have been awarded prestigious national citations for having a positive impact on the learning experience of their students.
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Debut novel earns lecturer short listing for top literary award
A University of Newcastle creative writing lecturer has been shortlisted in the prestigious 2011 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards with the judges calling his debut novel a “triumph”.
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Recruiting to quitlines key to reducing smoking rates
Much greater investment is needed in actively recruiting smokers to telephone counselling quitlines if smoking rates are to decline significantly.
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Innovative Research Universities convene at Newcastle
The University of Newcastle welcomes colleagues from the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) network for the 2011 IRU Senior Staff Forum.
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Adding up to efficiency
Getting people and commodities from A to B is a logistical conundrum. Operations research makes it happen.
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University takes dental care to orphaned and isolated Timorese
Lecturers and students from the University of Newcastle have volunteered their expertise to tend to the medical needs of orphans and children in West Timor.
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| 7th |
Indigenous education ambassador to inspire young people
University of Newcastle academic Liz Cameron is one of 27 Indigenous Education Ambassadors announced by the Australian Government, charged with promoting the value of education.
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| 7th |
Rethink needed on vitamin D deficiency advice
New research has identified the need for clear guidelines on sun exposure limits for patients with vitamin D deficiency, with 85 per cent of general practitioners advising above the recommended safe levels of UV exposure.
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| 11th |
Expert available for comment on Potter finale
With the imminent release of the final film in the Harry Potter series, University of Newcastle academic Dr Caroline Webb can offer insight into why the series has been so popular.
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Newcastle to apply for new Regional Priorities Round funding
Greater community access to education and high quality research could be the outcome from the University of Newcastle’s upcoming application to the Education Investment Fund’s new Regional Priorities Round announced today by the Australian Government.
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Switch turned on for energy research hub
In a week dominated by discussion of sustainable energy, the Hunter’s leadership in clean energy research is being highlighted with the opening of the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER).
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| 15th |
Top minds band together to tackle cancer
More than 150 of the region’s top researchers will come together in a new unit to develop more targeted treatments for cancer.
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| 20th |
Young leaders predict region's future to win $10,000 scholarship
Finalists for the 2011 University of Newcastle Leadership Award that recognises emerging young leaders in business and the community have been announced.
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| 20th |
Singleton GP urges fathers to join Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids
Local GP and father of four Dr Jon Pauley is urging local dads to sign up to the award-winning Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids programme when it comes back to Singleton on 10 August 2011.
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Singleton GP urges fathers to join Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids
Local GP and father of four Dr Jon Pauley is urging local dads to sign up to the award-winning Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids programme when it comes back to Singleton on 10 August 2011.
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Occupational health Professor awarded medal
he University of Newcastle’s Professor Derek Smith has been awarded a Medal for Outstanding Services to the Australasian College of Tropical Medicine (ACTM).
The ACTM is the pre-eminent organisation in the Australasian region representing professional interests in tropical medicine and has awarded only eight Medals for Outstanding Services to the College in its 20 year history.
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Lecturer with a musical beat wins national teaching excellence award
An American history academic who begins every lecture with music has won a prestigious national award for teaching excellence.
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| 25th |
Newcastle a key part of Australia's solar future
The University of Newcastle is part of a $66.5 million research consortium responsible for accelerating the development of the Australian solar industry
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| 25th |
Rare gems at University Book Fair
A collection of pamphlets on politics in England printed in 1688 and a poetry book sent to troops in the trenches in World War 1 will be among the rare books offered at The Friends of the University Book Fair to be held from 6 August to 13 August.
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Smart building design delivers its own resources
A $1.2 million facility purpose-built to provide thousands of litres of rainwater for sophisticated water engineering research was opened today at the University’s Callaghan campus.
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| 28th |
Commuting to work: gift or burden for parents?
Researchers at the University of Newcastle are exploring how commuting long hours or distances to work changes family life.
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August 2011
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Experts look into future of mental health at Hunter health congress
Acclaimed mental health expert Professor Patrick McGorry will give his assessment of the future of mental health in Australia at a public lecture in Newcastle this week.
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Newcastle leads global education alliance
The University of Newcastle’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Global Relations) Professor Kevin McConkey has been appointed the chair of a Chinese-Australian alliance, which aims to promote international higher education.
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New hope for infectious disease treatments
A Newcastle scientist has developed a technique to stop viruses and bacteria multiplying in the human body, paving the way for new drugs to treat infectious disease, cancer and neurological disorders.
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Years of research explained in 180 seconds
Postgraduate research students at the University of Newcastle will this week explain their fields of study in just three minutes.
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| 11th |
Discover something amazing at the Central Coast Open Day
Come along and discover something amazing at the Central Coast Open Day on Saturday 20 August.
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| 15th |
Titanic tales of the deep from world-renowned microbiologist
The corrosion specialist involved in the study of the Titanic wreck will speak about biological deterioration at a public lecture in Newcastle tomorrow.
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| 16th |
New era for water management and research
What if the Hunter’s treated wastewater could be used to heat homes and office buildings? This and other concepts could become reality thanks to a new research partnership between Hunter Water and the University of Newcastle.
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| 24th |
Central Coast students sink teeth into teaching oral care
Central Coast community members are being encouraged to brush up on their oral hygiene by visiting the University of Newcastle’s Oral Health Clinic during Oral Health Month.
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| 25th |
Learn about study options in one of the world’s top 10 cities
The University of Newcastle’s Callaghan campus will open its doors this Saturday to showcase the study options available in one of the best cities in the world.
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Leading women's health survey on for young and old
University of Newcastle researchers are calling for young women to get involved in shaping the next chapter of one of Australia’s longest-running women’s health studies.
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| 29th |
University academic wins top gong in Asian business school awards
A Newcastle Business School academic has been named among Asia’s best professors in human resource management at a recent awards ceremony in Singapore.
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| 29th |
Students illustrate a passion for natural history
The meticulous skills required for detailed flora and fauna illustration will be on show when one of the University of Newcastle’s most unique awards is decided tomorrow. (August 30)
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New $2 million Central Coast podiatry clinic to kickstart careers
A $2 million state-of-the-art podiatry clinic was officially opened today, significantly boosting services for the Central Coast community.
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September 2011
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Newcastle researchers at the forefront of melanoma overhaul
Newcastle skin cancer experts are among an international research consortium behind the overhaul of current melanoma treatments worldwide.
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| 5th |
More student beds to reap millions for the Hunter
A major new development that is set to almost double student accommodation on the Callaghan campus is one step closer to reality.
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| 5th |
Sports Awards announced
Students of the University of Newcastle have been recognised for exceptional sporting achievements at this year’s Sports Awards hosted by NUsport.
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| 6th |
Closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians
The University of Newcastle has renewed its commitment to closing the 17-year life expectancy gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
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National spotlight on international student experience
More than 100 higher education delegates from the nation’s leading institutions will arrive in Newcastle this week for inaugural discussions on the international student experience.
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| 7th |
University applauds NSW Government commitment to Newcastle
The University has welcomed the NSW Government’s commitment of $25 million for the establishment of a city campus, revealed in the latest NSW Budget.
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Book Fair raises $75,000 for student scholarships
The recent Friends of the University Book Fair has raised $75,000 for student scholarships at the University of Newcastle.
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| 9th |
New research centre to promote healthy living and battle obesity
A world-leading research centre that integrates the latest health and science evidence with innovative education programs has been established to combat the nation’s alarming obesity rate and other important lifestyle-related health issues.
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Asthma management breakthrough for pregnant women
An Australian-designed asthma management program has the potential to halve asthma attacks in pregnant women, the most common chronic medical disorder they experience.
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| 12th |
Newcastle is 5 star in independent international audit
An independent audit of the University of Newcastle has delivered a top rating of 5 stars.
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| 13th |
Alumni achievements honoured
A chemical weapons inspector, Flying Doctor, New Inventors judge, United Nations advisor and a leading Australian theatre director are just a handful of the 34 distinguished graduates named as finalists in this year’s Alumni Awards.
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| 15th |
University applauds top graduates
Advisor to the Malaysian National Security Council and local graduate, Dato’ Ir Dr Abu Bakar Bin Jaafar, has been awarded the University of Newcastle Alumni Convocation Medal for professional excellence.
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| 16th |
School students set for adventure to Discover Uni
Hundreds of primary school students will descend on the University of Newcastle's Callaghan campus today for Discover Uni Day.
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| 19th |
Breakthrough for schizophrenia research
University of Newcastle scientists are part of a global research project that has identified five new regions of the human genome associated with schizophrenia.
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| 19th |
Newcastle brokers deal with Sydney college
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| 21st |
United front to boost Hunter energy research and training
A new partnership between the University of Newcastle and Hunter TAFE will further strengthen the Hunter region’s reputation as Australia’s energy hub.
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| 21st |
Newcastle Conservatorium scores $2.8 million donation
Students studying at the Newcastle Conservatorium of Music are set to benefit from a major donation to establish scholarships.
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| 22nd |
World-renowned sociologist to lead Newcastle faculty
The University of Newcastle today announced the appointment of its new Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Education and Arts, Professor John Germov.
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University partnership grows horticulture research hub
The University of Newcastle’s Central Coast campus is destined to become a leading Australian horticulture research hub following today's opening of the Central Coast Primary Industries Centre.
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| 27th |
Newcastle researcher recognised for stroke genetics work
University of Newcastle researcher, Dr Elizabeth Liz Holliday, has been recognised by the Stroke Society of Australasia (SSA) for her contribution to stroke genetics work conducted by the Australian Stroke Genetics Collaborative.
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| 29th |
Help take the magic of the University of Newcastle Chamber Choir to the world
The University of Newcastle Chamber Choir will take on the world in the 2012 World Choir Games and they need your help get there.
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| 29th |
University fellowship winner has eye on urban renewal
Lessons learned from a Brazilian city could be the key to revitalising Newcastle’s central business district.
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October 2011
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Art’s role in easing autoimmune illness symptoms
An innovative Newcastle research project is measuring the impact of creating art on the symptoms and overall wellbeing of people living with an autoimmune illness.
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| 6th |
Hats off to next crop of Newcastle graduates
Semester two graduation ceremonies for University of Newcastle students will be held today, Thursday 6 October and tomorrow, Friday 7 October in the Great Hall, Callaghan campus. The University will award honorary degrees to four high achievers including 2010 Australian of the Year Professor Patrick McGorry, journalist and social commentator David Marr, internationally-renowned electrical engineer Dr Toshiyuki Yamada and President of the Friends of the University and retired journalist Vic Levi.
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| 10th |
Institutions sign up to create education precinct
Three leading institutions will formalise a commitment to establishing an education precinct in the Ourimbah town centre that is poised to deliver significant economic and social benefits to the region.
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| 14th |
Women's health worse in rural areas
A new national report shows that women living in regional and remote areas experience poorer health than their city counterparts.
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| 17th |
$12.7 million to support Newcastle’s vital health research
The University of Newcastle has attracted $12.7 million in research funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), the highest allocation for any university outside a capital city.
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| 18th |
Nation's young bright minds chase grand science crown
Over 1000 students from 24 schools from across Australia will put their minds to the test this week in the bid to win the University of Newcastle’s 2011 Science and Engineering Grand Challenge.
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| 19th |
Pharmacy student serves up right medicine
University of Newcastle student Emma Smith is among the top four pharmacy students in Australia, after making the grand final of a national skills competition.
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| 21st |
Weight loss research aimed at internet generation
A University of Newcastle researcher is hoping to harness the power of the internet to help fight one of Australia’s biggest public health issues, obesity.
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| 24th |
Chancellor's contribution to Australian psychology celebrated
University of Newcastle Chancellor, Professor Trevor Waring, has received a national accolade for his contribution to the field of psychology.
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| 27th |
Conservatorium raises curtains on state-of-the-art facility
The Newcastle Conservatorium will officially unveil a state-of-the-art music technology facility today, that will connect students to the world.
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| 27th |
Former UN director to share key to social equity
former United Nations director will suggest the key to Australia’s future is a shift in focus from chasing wealth to achieving wellbeing when he delivers a public lecture at the University of Newcastle tonight.
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| 27th |
Changing of the guard as the University farewells Vice-Chancellor Professor Nick Saunders
University of Newcastle Vice-Chancellor Professor Nicholas Saunders will retire tomorrow after seven years at the helm.
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| 28th |
Aspirin shown to halve cancer rates in people with hereditary risk
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| 28th |
University welcomes a donation of extraordinary insects
The University of Newcastle’s unique Natural History Illustration program is set to benefit from a large donation of rare and beautiful insects.
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| 31st |
Fathers needed to pop bubble wrapped generation
Australia’s leading fatherhood expert has warned overprotective parents are in danger of spawning a bubble wrapped generation
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| 31st |
International students close the chapter on university studies
The University will bid farewell to 90 international graduates from almost 20 countries today.
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| 31st |
University welcomes new Vice-Chancellor Professor Caroline McMillen
Professor Caroline McMillen today took over the helm as the University of Newcastle’s Vice-Chancellor and President.
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| 31st |
Lifting weight for prostate cancer
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November 2011
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Australian Research Council grants
Australian Research Council grants.
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| 1st |
Industry partnerships the key to grant success
The University of Newcastle now ranks eighth in Australia for the highly competitive Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project grants thanks to its strong partnerships with industry.
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| 1st |
Tampa lawyer speaks on politics, refugees, power and principles
The barrister who took on the Australian Government of behalf of the Tampa asylum seekers will deliver the 2011 Human Rights and Social Justice Lecture at the University of Newcastle tomorrow.
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| 3rd |
Big wins for University researchers at HMRI Awards
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| 8th |
Music royalty stars at Conservatorium Open Day
The nine-year-old granddaughter of world famous Italian-American violinist Ruggiero Ricci will perform at the Newcastle Conservatorium’s Community Open Day this Sunday 13 November.
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| 8th |
A greener, more efficient electricity supply under digital network
An Australian-first research centre will help electricity networks become greener and more efficient by maximising the benefits of smart grid intelligent electricity networks.
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| 8th |
Young business minds challenged
Four schools will put their business minds on the line in the University of Newcastle’s Year 11 Business Plan Challenge on Friday.
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| 9th |
World leading asthma researcher receives University's highest honour
One of the world’s leading respiratory researchers, Professor Paul Foster, has been awarded the University of Newcastle’s highest honour – the title of Laureate Professor.
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| 9th |
Australian Government scholarships for University staff
Three University of Newcastle staff members who are studying postgraduate degrees have received Australian Government scholarships.
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| 10th |
Port Macquarie campus delivers midwifery degree
The University of Newcastle’s Port Macquarie campus will help address a shortage of midwives, particularly in rural and regional areas, with the announcement it will now offer a Bachelor of Midwifery at the campus.
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| 10th |
Dads weigh in on childhood obesity fight
University of Newcastle researchers are warning that overweight fathers are in danger of passing poor health habits to their children.
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| 14th |
Newcastle academic receives international recognition
Laureate Professor Graham Goodwin has been awarded the prestigious ACA Wook Hyun Kwon Education Award for the Asia-Oceania region.
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| 14th |
$3.6 million secures bright research future
Four mid-career and three emerging researchers from the University of Newcastle have secured significant funding from the Australian Research Council (ARC) to support their cutting-edge work.
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| 15th |
Movies and TV make for a good history lesson
A wide range of iconic Australasian films and television programs are heralded for their historical value in an exciting new book.
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| 15th |
Central Coast campus unveils major expansion
The most significant expansion to the University of Newcastle’s Central Coast campus since its construction 15 years ago will be unveiled on Wednesday 16 November.
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| 18th |
Newcastle animator scores world stage invitation
University of Newcastle visual communications lecturer and animator, Jane Shadbolt, has been internationally recognised for her stop-motion animation The Cartographer.
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| 18th |
More than 500 international students join Newcastle alumni ranks
The University of Newcastle’s overseas graduation ceremonies will honour more than 500 students as they celebrate the significant milestone of finishing their degrees.
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| 18th |
Newcastle alumni star in China
The University of Newcastle has starred at the recent 2011 Australia China Alumni Awards in Beijing where four of our alumni won awards and three others were finalists in the nine categories.
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| 22nd |
Encouraging change - financial boost for healthier behaviour
University of Newcastle researchers have found that financial incentives can potentially to lead to positive changes in some health behaviours, particularly among socially disadvantaged groups.
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| 23rd |
Doctor assessment program earns State praise
University of Newcastle Conjoint Professor Kichu Nair, AM, and the Centre for Medical Professional Development have been recognised for establishing a performance assessment program for international doctors working in NSW.
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| 23rd |
Can the Hunter handle the heat?
Extreme flooding and drought events, rising sea levels and bush fire intensity will alter in frequency and magnitude in the Hunter due to climate change.
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| 25th |
Newcastle welcomes the who's who of Australian architecture
Newcastle architecture students will have access to the best design minds in the country following the appointment of five leading Australian architects.
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December 2011
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Celebrating Christmas the Australian way
International Homestay students will ring in the festive season with an Aussie-themed Christmas party this weekend.
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| 1st |
University hosts Hunter Disability Day event
To recognise the International Day of Disability, the University of Newcastle will host The Real Factor – an X-Factor style event to raise awareness of the abilities of young people with a disability.
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| 2nd |
University announces next Chancellor
The University of Newcastle Council is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Kenneth Moss AM as the University’s next Chancellor. Dr Moss will succeed Professor Trevor Waring AM in the role in May 2012.
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| 2nd |
Donation funds research into diabetes
A generous donation of $350,000 to the University of Newcastle will help fund research into the cause and treatment of diabetes.
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| 5th |
Young minds discover the wonders of maths and science
More than 270 high school students from across NSW will gain a unique hands-on understanding of a career in science or maths when the University hosts two summer school sessions over the coming weeks.
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| 5th |
Vale Mahla Pearlman AO (1937 – 2011)
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| 6th |
World-renowned economists warn of deepening jobs crisis
Soaring unemployment rates and economic uncertainty are hangovers from the global financial crisis that will continue to plague the word unless drastic action is taken, economists will tell a Newcastle conference this week.
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| 6th |
Jo Heighway named Australian Young Business Woman of Year
A University of Newcastle graduate is the 2011 Telstra Australian Young Business Woman of the Year.
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| 7th |
Dads' depression breeds emotional problems in children
Infants with depressed fathers are three times more likely to have emotional and behavioural problems than children with happier dads, according to new research by the University of Newcastle Family Action Centre’s Dr Richard Fletcher.
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| 7th |
Control systems researcher Germany-bound
University of Newcastle academic Dr Chris Kellett will head to Germany next year to research the development of efficient and productive control systems across a range of technologies.
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| 8th |
Top honour for contribution to Australian science
The Australian Academy of Science has announced the University of Newcastle’s Professor Kevin Galvin as the recipient of the 2012 Ian Wark Medal and Lecture for contributions to Australian science.
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| 8th |
Newcastle lecturer delivers UN human rights key note address
University of Newcastle American history academic, Dr Michael Ondaatje, joined an honour roll that includes former West Australian Governor Ken Michael and Defence Minister Robert Hill when he delivered the key note address at a prestigious human rights conference today in Perth.
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| 9th |
Campus accommodation in good hands with new provider
The University today announced that UoN Services Limited will be responsible for the delivery of all student accommodation services on campus, including the new 750-bed development currently underway.
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| 13th |
Newcastle Business School on top of the world
Newcastle Business School was named among the world’s best in a global survey of masters and MBA programs.
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| 14th |
HSC students encouraged to explore university options
University of Newcastle staff and students will be on hand to talk to prospective students about study options and to give help changing preferences or applying for alternative entry options, at an Advisory Day on Wednesday 4 January 2012.
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| 14th |
University secures increase for enabling programs
The University of Newcastle has secured an extra 55 Commonwealth Supported Places for enabling programs in 2012 increasing the total to 1560.
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| 15th |
Prestigious research grants to fund student endeavours
Two University of Newcastle students were named Endeavour Scholars when they received prestigious research grants from the Australian Government.
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| 16th |
Australian scientist scoops top award for fertility research
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| 19th |
New Port Macquarie health campus a game changer for regional higher education
The new health and medical education campus to be built in Port Macquarie will dramatically expand tertiary education opportunities for young people in the region and provide social, economic and health benefits for the entire community.
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| 20th |
University closedown
The University of Newcastle will be closed from 5pm on Wednesday 21 December 2011 until 9am on Monday 9 January 2012.
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| 21st |
Expert List
This is a reference list for University experts who are available during the Christmas and New Year period.
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| 22nd |
Healthy start for Indigenous kids
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| 27th |
Research could spur Australia's next gold rush
A Newcastle researcher has developed a global approach to predicting the best terrains for copper and gold exploration, which could have significant implications for the Australian mining industry.
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| 29th |
Unlocking why we get stuck in our ways
Newcastle researcher, Associate Professor Frini Karayanidis, was recently awarded an Australian Research Council Discovery Project grant of almost $400,000 to examine the brain networks that mediate a flexible mind and allow people to adapt to whatever life throws at them.
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