September 2018

Adolescents with frequent back pain are more likely to smoke, drink alcohol and report feelings of anxiety and depression, according to new research led by the University of Sydney and University of Newcastle (UON).

Associate Professor Peter Howley, Assistant Dean – (Outreach and Community)  Faculty of Science has been appointed as 1 of only 10 inaugural Science and Technology Australia STEM Ambassadors by Australia’s peak body in science and technology, Science & Technology Australia. More

Performance review and development should be an ongoing conversation between individuals and their managers. If you haven’t done so already, it is time to check back in and look at the goals that you set and how you are progressing with them.

The University of Newcastle’s Laureate Professor Nick Talley and Conjoint Senior Lecturer Dr Simon O’Connor have been recognised for their key work in medical education at the prestigious British Medical Association (BMA) Medical Book Awards 2018.

The revitalisation of the University’s 2018 Open Days delivered hugely successful events across Callaghan, NeW Space, Ourimbah and Port Macquarie campuses in August.

I’m delighted to announce our tEN (the Educator Network) 2018 recipients of the DVC(A) Educator Innovation & Impact Awards and the Teaching Innovation Investment Scheme (TI2).

Bachelor of Medicine and Diploma in Languages student Helena Qian is an elected member of the Academic Senate. Deputy Vice-Chancellor International and Advancement, Winnie Eley, recently asked Helena to provide some insight into her experience and aspirations as an Academic Senate member. Helena also had the chance to consider what big decision she would make 'if she were Vice-Chancellor for the day'.

A $69,000 RP Medical Fund philanthropic grant will accelerate a new project to offer early intervention in ear health in Aboriginal communities throughout the Hunter New England region.

A repurposed shipping container designed to stimulate conversation, a mobile community space for the public to cook and collaborate, and an intriguing new app featuring lesser-known stories of Honeysuckle’s history will breathe new life into the Honeysuckle foreshore from Friday.

Abstract proposals due by 30 November 2018 for the international edited collection entitled ‘Portrayals of the Bride in Screen, Stage and Literary Productions and Pop Culture Narratives.’

Aiming to enhance young people’s health and nutrition awareness, University of Newcastle researchers are trialling a new technology-based instant feedback system in a nationwide study.

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