The new year starts off with a new look at services offered by the CQU Publishing Unit (pictured). Tony Bertolotti, Unit Manager, gives details on services available.

The primary and arguably most prestigious source of research funding available in Australia is the Australian Research Council (ARC).

“The process of devising and lodging an application, however, for ARC funding consumes significant resources, including but not limited to time and money,” explained Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic & Research) Ron Davies.

A new process is in effect for all research grant applications submitted to agencies outside of the University. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Research) Ron Davies announced the change in policy during the December meeting of Research Committee of Academic Board.

Eight more media training sessions have been scheduled in Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Mackay, Gladstone following the success of November’s workshop for researchers in Rockhampton.

These sessions are scheduled primarily for the Faculty of Business & Law staff and research students.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Research) has requested that the Division of Teaching and Learning Services (DTLS) lead an immediate review of the WebCT Online Learning Management System (OLMS) following an announcement of a major overhaul of the system made by the software supplier.

CQU has been advised that the overhaul will result in major change to the present system, therefore, the university does not have the option to retain the status quo.

Central Queensland University staff and students recently made time during their busy end of year exam period to contribute to the Salvation Army Christmas appeal.

The collection of non-perishable food items and small toys was organised by the CQU Golden Key Chapter, an honour society that recognises academic achievement and focuses on community service and involvement.

The Salvation Army Mackay will use donated Christmas goodies to assist 200 local families in need this year.

Central Queensland University Golden Key members joined a number of local businesses that collected much-needed groceries and toys.

The Faculty of Informatics and Communication Quality Management System was externally audited by Sci-Qual International early this month and was successful in obtaining ISO 9001 certification. Professor Marshall, Faculty Dean, announced the department had been issued Certificate of Registration Number 954.

Two CQU Rockhampton staff members were presented with The Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence during the University's holiday celebrations Monday.

"They are role models to other staff of the university," said Vice Chancellor and President Glenice Hancock.

Central Queensland University Library has implemented some sustainable practices as part of the University’s Clean and Green approach to its operations.

The Library’s environmental officer Kelli Graham said boxes and paper were being recycled, books were recycled or sold, computers were used until they were unrepairable and printer cartridges were re-used.