July 2015
July 2015 • 30 Jul 2015
Why don't young men eat fruit and veg?
Their lunch menu rarely includes a light salad, they're not fond of being yelled at by aerobics instructors in lycra, yet men in the 18-25 year bracket are supposed to fit the 'one size fits all approach' to health and obesity interventions.
July 2015 • 30 Jul 2015
President of Tanzania receives Honorary Doctorate from UON
In an historic ceremony, the University of Newcastle today conferred the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws upon His Excellency Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, fourth President of the United Republic of Tanzania. President Kikwete is the first head of state to be honored in this way by the University.
July 2015 • 28 Jul 2015
Student Experience Survey opening soon
Check your NUmail from Monday, 3 August and complete the Student Experience Survey for your chance to win up to $1,000. The sooner you complete the survey the more chances you have to win!
July 2015 • 28 Jul 2015
University of Newcastle researchers commence Medical Cannabis Trials
University of Newcastle researchers will undertake critical research as part of Australia's first medical cannabis trial, announced this morning by Premier Mike Baird and Minister for Medical Research Pru Goward.
July 2015 • 24 Jul 2015
Newcastle graduates' earning power ahead of the rest
University of Newcastle (UON) 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.
July 2015 • 23 Jul 2015
Researchers trialling state-of-the-art analysis for neck pain
University of Newcastle researchers are investigating new ways to diagnose and treat patients suffering chronic neck pain, a condition that affects more than 600,000 Australians and costs around $1.14 billion in associated health care.
July 2015 • 22 Jul 2015
Celebrating NAIDOC Week
It's NAIDOC week - Listen to strong voices emanating from The Wollotuka Institute celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander achievement within our Community.
July 2015 • 17 Jul 2015
UON alumnus Nigel Milsom wins Archibald Prize
The Archibald Prize is arguably Australia's most prestigious arts prize with $100 000 awarded to the artist for their original portrait.
July 2015 • 16 Jul 2015
Indian spice added to the diabetes prevention mix
Can an Indian spice combined with an omega-3 fat delay the onset of type 2 diabetes or prevent it altogether?
July 2015 • 7 Jul 2015
OLT funding to boost the learning experience
The University of Newcastle has been successful in the latest round of Office of Learning and Teaching (OLT) funding for diverse educational projects.
July 2015 • 3 Jul 2015
RELAUNCHED SYDNEY CAMPUS OPEN FOR BUSINESS
The University of Newcastle has modernised its teaching footprint in the heart of the Sydney Central Business District with the opening of a new purpose built premises.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.