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Adult learning peak body visits, calls for 'reassessment'The president of Australia's peak adult learning body, Professor Barry Golding has visited Rockhampton for a forum calling for a reassessment of adult education in Australia. CQUniversity hosted the forum at its Ron Smyth Building in Quay Street. Full Details…2013-07-08 09:52:31.0 |
- CQUni contributes to 'sustainable tourism' event in Indonesia
Published on 17 September, 2012
CQUniversity Tourism academic Steve Noakes has just returned from Bali where he addressed the inaugural national conference on sustainable tourism in Indonesia.
"This type of international engagement for CQUni results in a mutually beneficial exchange of knowledge in the area of international case-studies in sustainable tourism policy and planning," Mr Noakes said.
- CQUni backs unsung heroes of early learning
Published on 14 September, 2012
A leading Sunshine Coast education lecturer has called for more recognition for early childhood educators as the sector spent a day celebrating its unsung heroes.
CQUniversity Lecturer in Early Childhood Education Kathy Bauer used her launch of Childcare Queensland's Early Childhood Educators Day in Coolum's Tickle Park to urge the community to get behind those who provide the building blocks for childhood learning. - Clinical placements help students warm to allied health
Published on 14 September, 2012
CQUniversity Nursing student Kellie Rundell recently completed her final clinical placement in Mt Isa, after requesting a 'rural and remote' location.
Kellie experienced a range of community nursing roles, including the Homeless Health Outreach Team (HHOT), and says she gained a lot by working within a multidisciplinary group of nurses, health workers and social workers.
- Students who live near Samurai house district visited heritage village in Rockhampton
Published on 13 September, 2012
Kanazawa is known for its traditional culture, Samurai houses and old castle. Rockhampton's known for its grand riverfront buildings and heritage village.
- Cane farmers invited to comment on land management
Published on 13 September, 2012
Cane farmers, including farm owners or managers, will soon be invited to participate in a survey of land management practices, on a confidential and voluntary basis.
CQUniversity's Centre for Environmental Management (CEM) is researching factors affecting adoption of cane farm land management practices that have water quality benefits in the Great Barrier Reef catchments.
- ChangeLabs rep addresses Sydney graduation
Published on 13 September, 2012
ChangeLabs representative Phill Nosworthy addressed 225 graduates during CQUniversity's ceremony in Sydney this week.
Mr Nosworthy joined the organisation in 2008 as a facilitator on the Apple-partnered program 'Beyond Chalk' and went on to lead this program before being invited to drive new partnerships and business development at an executive level.
- Public welcome to hear how art creates community links
Published on 13 September, 2012
Artists and other interested community members are welcome at a presentation by prominent Indigenous artist Dr Pamela CroftWarcon, from 1pm-3pm on Monday Sept 17.
The presentation will be delivered from CQUniversity's Rockhampton Campus Council Room (library second floor) and via video at venues in Brisbane, Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Mackay, Noosa and Sydney.
- Appleton Institute wide awake for first international conference
Published on 13 September, 2012
CQUniversity's Appleton Institute in Adelaide has reached a significant milestone by hosting its first international conference this Friday.
The Australasian Chronobiology Society 9th Annual Scientific Meeting will be staged thanks to an organising committee and scientific committee dominated by CQUniversity representatives.
- Biggest Loser warrior to kick-start health and fitness message in Rockhampton and Mackay
Published on 13 September, 2012
School students and community members will get the chance to hear from The Biggest Loser Australia trainer and author Tiffiny Hall when she visits the region to advocate health and fitness among young Australians.
Many will recognise Tiffiny as the ‘ninja-inspired' warrior in the Australian hit series of The Biggest Loser.
- Kellie warms to the 'HHOT' team, helps homeless in Mt Isa
Published on 13 September, 2012
Mackay-based Nursing student Kellie Rundell has completed her final clinical placement in Mt Isa, after requesting a 'rural and remote' location. She experienced a range of community nursing roles, including a week as part of the Homeless Health Outreach Team (HHOT).