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News • 22 Jun 2018
Using diversity to push the boundaries of surveying
Bachelor of Surveying student, Elizabeth Evans, is helping to inspire more women to consider a career in surveying.
News • 20 Jun 2018
New Vice-Chancellor announced
The Council of The University of Newcastle has announced the appointment of Dr Alex Zelinsky AO as its next Vice-Chancellor and President, commencing in early November 2018.
News • 20 Jun 2018
Mental illness going unrecognised in country communities
Researchers have found that one third of country people experiencing psychological distress don’t identify as having a mental health problem.
News • 18 Jun 2018
Intergenerational placement project: from pen to pal
Dr Tamara Blakemore has worked with in home nursing care provider, Hunter Nursing and Valentine Public School to develop and implement a novel placement opportunity.
News • 18 Jun 2018
Engaging local business to enhance student learning
UON engages local Central Coast business to enhance student learning
News • 18 Jun 2018
Turn the spotlight on an innovator, creator or game-changer
With nominations open for the 2018 Alumni Awards, now is the time to turn the spotlight on a UON alumnus, who is breaking ground in their field, making a profound impact on communities worldwide .
News • 18 Jun 2018
University of Newcastle Professor elected as World Academy of Ceramics academician
University of Newcastle’s Professor Ajayan Vinu has been elected as an academician in the World Academy of Ceramics.
News • 15 Jun 2018
Regional suicide prevention forum
The Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (CRRMH) teamed up with Collective Purpose Partners, WayAhead NSW Mental Health Carers …
News • 15 Jun 2018
New fellowship to help put the freeze on stroke
After a mild stroke many people recover and go on to live their lives. But for some, their condition will rapidly deteriorate in the hours following a stroke, and it appears that a build-up of pressure in the brain could be the cause.
News • 14 Jun 2018
Research highlights need for a new approach to COPD management
Researchers have provided evidence that a conventional treatment for common respiratory diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can actually lead to worse health outcomes when used to treat symptoms caused by respiratory virus infections.
News • 13 Jun 2018
Local blacksmith forging a culture of reuse
The local and surrounding Hunter community are invited to bring their old metal items and have them repaired at an inaugural blacksmith repair day this Saturday in Branxton.
News • 13 Jun 2018
Community encouraged to create new opportunities for worthy students
The University of Newcastle is appealing to the community to help transform the lives of students who have exceptional talent, but through circumstances beyond their control, have had limited opportunities to excel and succeed.
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.