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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 |
- Uni helps research views on council changes
Published on 14 May, 2007
CQU is helping with a survey of Fitzroy and Mount Morgan shire residents, which seeks to examine community views on local government amalgamations and boundary changes.
Residents of Mount Morgan and Fitzroy Shire are invited to share their views on proposed changes stemming from the Size, Shape and Sustainability review of Queensland Local Government.
- Mackay forum on Indigenous Family Violence Prevention
Published on 11 May, 2007
The Queensland Centre for Domestic and Family Violence Research, based at CQU Mackay, recently (May 2-3) held its fourth annual Indigenous Family Violence Prevention Forum.
Titled Breaking the chains - Reclaiming our future, the purpose of the Forum is to celebrate the good work done by Indigenous communities.
- Digital Innovation degree accredited by peak industry body
Published on 11 May, 2007
The Australian Computer Society has accredited Central Queensland University's new Bachelor of Digital Innovation (BDI) at two specialisation levels.
The accreditation covers the Professional level with the Information Technology specialisation and the Associate level with the Interactive Environments specialisation.
- It's live (Jim) but not as we know him?
Published on 10 May, 2007
CQU Rockhampton researcher Jim Douglas kilted up recently to raise money for Capricorn Animal Aid, as a member of the local band Therapeutic Paradox.
Jim, who is researching music videos for a PhD and compiling a doco on the birth of punk music in Rocky, was guitarist and singer for the band's debut for the fundraiser arranged by former punk musician turned librarian Cameron Borg.
- International students crush staff team in social cricket
Published on 10 May, 2007
It has been described as one of the most one-sided matches in cricket history, but also as a good social opportunity.
CQU international students this weekend scored a crushing victory over their staff counterparts in the Chaplain's Cup social cricket match in Rockhampton.
- Kieren Perkins guest speaker for CQU Melbourne graduation
Published on 10 May, 2007
Olympian Kieren Perkins OAM is the guest speaker for CQU Melbourne's graduation ceremony at the Melbourne Town Hall from 2pm on May 8.
The champion swimmer and former Young Australian of the Year (1992) will address 308 graduates from 21 different countries across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Pacific.
- CQU health journal publishes special issue on aged care informatics
Published on 10 May, 2007
A major shift is underway in healthcare around the world, due at least in part to the attention that population ageing and its anticipated impacts is demanding.
The Central Queensland University published electronic Journal of Health Informatics (eJHI) CQU farewells a champion of learning
Published on 10 May, 2007
A valued and senior member of the CQU family, Dr Jeanne McConachie has chosen not to renew her contract as Director of the Division of Teaching and Learning Services (DTLS) which concluded yesterday, May 2.
This closes a long chapter of Jeanne's association as a staff member with this institution.
- Workshops offer tips on making a living out of art
Published on 10 May, 2007
Rockhampton area artists are invited to a series of workshops, offering a pathway towards making a living from their creative talents.
The workshops would suit students, artists, performers and others who wish to use creativity to develop themselves as an entrepreneur.