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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 |
- Personal perceptions are a runner's arch enemy, say researchers
Published on 03 July, 2012
Running is a past time for many, and is even considered a hobby by those who consider it their main form of exercise.
But many runners suffer from a range of injuries and conditions that could easily be solved by wearing shoes that best fit their feet.
- Last chance to join trial to test web intervention for better health
Published on 02 July, 2012
There are still places for people in Central Queensland wishing to join a new clinical trial to assess how effectively web-based interventions increase your physical activity and improve your health.
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- Gladstone's Gerda farewelled after 24 years of service
Published on 29 June, 2012
When Gerda Whiteley commenced with CQUniversity in 1989, it was then known as the University College of Central Queensland.
Gladstone had only been added as a second campus in 1978, with Mackay coming on board in 1987, Bundaberg in 1988 and then Emerald becoming campus number four in 1989.
- Letters give insight into a different time
Published on 29 June, 2012
CQUniversity Rockhampton Library's Capricornia CQ Collection has recently received a number of letters that represent significant additions to the city's heritage.
The donation was made by Judith Hiskens, wife of the Rockhampton Library building's namesake, the late Bruce Hiskens.
- CQUni graduates key to future of agricultural industry
Published on 28 June, 2012
A Senate Inquiry released last week into the skills shortage in agriculture has provided timely support for CQUniversity's decision to introduce a new science degree program specialising in agriculture and food science.
The Inquiry heard evidence that Universities produce only 700 graduates a year, but the sector needs 4,000 graduates.
- Rocky link for London-bound Kookaburra
Published on 28 June, 2012
Matt Gohdes is just one of 16 "Kookaburras" heading to London this northern summer to represent Australia in the Olympic hockey tournament, and his mum Kim couldn't be more proud..
- Catwalk to the classroom no problem for Kirby
Published on 28 June, 2012
2012 has been a busy year for CQUniversity Bachelor of Psychology student Kirby Ramm, and it's only going to get busier.
The 19 year old was recently crowned Rockhampton's 2012 Miss Showgirl at the annual Gala dinner.
- Nicole preserves her heritage through the power of the pen
Published on 28 June, 2012
Writing about what she lives and breathes is a passion for CQUniversity alumnus Nicole Alexander.
Nicole is a graduate of CQUniversity's Master of Letters program and a renowned Australian author who was recently awarded New South Wales State Honours for her contribution to rural fiction.
- Future scientists hone their skills in school camp
Published on 28 June, 2012
Sports performance, microscopic soil animals, engineering experiments and 'Sim Man' were just some of the activities on offer for budding young Central Queensland scientists at this year's combined Science Experience and Science Camp program these school holidays.
The combined program was run from Tuesday to Friday this week and hosted year 9 to 12 students from Mackay, Rockhampton and Bundaberg together at CQUniversity Rockhampton for the first time.
- Uni moves towards greener practices
Published on 28 June, 2012
CQUniversity is moving towards a greener workplace, launching a new webpage and office guide on environmentally friendly practices.
In 2011, several University staff in Bundaberg and Mackay took part in a Green Office Challenge where they identified ways to improve and implement sustainable workplace practices on campus.