September 2017

R U OK

Current Staff • 8 Sep 2017

A simple concept with lasting impact

The very simple concept behind R U OK Day continues to have major impact across Australian communities and it is a timely reminder for colleagues at UON to check in with each other.

students in group discussion

Current Staff • 8 Sep 2017

Enabling students' aspirations

The UON Global Office announced last month that UON has been awarded $1,620,300 in new funding as part of the 2018 New Colombo Plan (NCP) Mobility Program.  Thanks to the devoted support of academic and professional staff, UON has been successful in achieving a remarkable 190% increase in new funding compared to 2017.

The University Gallery • 7 Sep 2017

Exhibition to generate Shaping Futures Scholarships

A generous gift for students in need, this special exhibition coming up at the University Gallery will raise funds towards student scholarships.

Upskill yourself with Generation Governance - Become an effective leader.

Current Students • 7 Sep 2017

Develop your leadership skills with Generation Governance

Stand Out! Be a Leader! Make a difference!Generation Governance gives you leadership skills for life. This free online course will develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of governance and help you become an effective decision maker and a valued team member at UON and beyond.

Research and Innovation • 6 Sep 2017

Australia sets the standard in stroke treatment and care

Australian stroke patients are set to receive the latest and world’s best stroke treatment and care following the launch of new Clinical Guidelines for Stroke Management at Parliament House.

Dr Brett Turner and Professor Scott Sloan

• 6 Sep 2017

High hopes for hemp seed solution to Williamtown contamination

University of Newcastle researchers believe hemp seed might provide a real solution to the Williamtown contamination crisis.

2018 THE World University Rankings

Featured News • 6 Sep 2017

UON ranked in world’s best by THE

The University of Newcastle (UON) continues to stand strong among the world’s best, ranking in the top 300 universities in the world, in the 2018 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings.

Hot desks

Current Staff • 5 Sep 2017

Hot desking in Ourimbah

There are now three bookable hot desks for use by non-Ourimbah staff. Located in a dedicated room in the Admin Building, one desk includes a PC, the other two have docks to plug in laptops. Each desk has a phone.

Featured News • 4 Sep 2017

Think you’re gluten intolerant? Perhaps think again

Researchers from the University of Newcastle (UON) have highlighted the potential risks of following a gluten-free diet, urging the community to only drastically change their eating habits if formally diagnosed with coeliac disease.

Research and Innovation • 1 Sep 2017

UON research accelerates into the spotlight

Seven University Of Newcastle teams will soon get the chance to validate their research and test whether there are real world applications for their ideas.

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