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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 |
- Graduates hear from leaders in ICT, finance and careers guidance
Published on 13 December, 2012
CQUniversity graduates heard from leaders in ICT, finance and careers guidance during ceremonies at the Gold Coast, Sydney and Melbourne this week.
In a significant 'dual sector' milestone, the Melbourne ceremony included 13 graduates from the Diploma of Enrolled Nursing provided by HealthTrain, which is now part of CQUniversity.
- Performer Phoebe leaves sugar city, ends up in 'Sugar Town'
Published on 13 December, 2012
Phoebe Thompson-Star's major roles as a Music Theatre student based among canefields in the sugar city of Mackay included Helene in Sweet Charity..
- CQUni represented at milestone for Indigenous Uni
Published on 13 December, 2012
CQUniversity was one of three Australian universities represented at the opening of the new campus complex of Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi: Indigenous-University in Whakatāne, Eastern Bay of Plenty, New Zealand..
- Transformation of Indigenous education on the agenda
Published on 13 December, 2012
Professor Bronwyn Fredericks, CQUniversity's Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) and BMA Chair in Indigenous Engagement was invited to speak at the recent Transforming Indigenous Education Conference.
The conference held at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi: Indigenous-University, New Zealand sought to stimulate discussion and debate around 'what is transforming for Indigenous people?' and 'how can we can transform education for Indigenous peoples?'.
- Bright spark offered bursary from CQUni Mackay
Published on 13 December, 2012
Whitsunday Anglican College student Ryan Branch says an interest in economics and legal studies could form the basis of his study options when applying for university next year.
The Year 11 received a CQUniversity Award for highest achievements in his year level.
- Pacific engagement by CQUni Tourism
Published on 13 December, 2012
While the Pacific Islands are very reliant on tourism for their economic prosperity, they are also among those most vulnerable to climate change impacts.
That's according to CQUniversity Tourism academic, Steve Noakes.
- Project aims to show it's possible to restore seagrass meadows
Published on 13 December, 2012
A Central Queensland project is focused on restoring seagrasses and challenging the concept that seagrass restoration is impractical in Queensland.
Loss of seagrasses affects many animals including fish, turtles, dugongs and crab populations, which are important for our coastal ecosystems and recreational values.
- Eye-opening science fun for pupils on campus
Published on 12 December, 2012
Fun science experiments and activities sparked the inquisitive minds of upper primary pupils, thanks to 'ScienceSpark' events held recently on CQUniversity campuses at Gladstone (Nov 27-28) and Rockhampton (Dec 11-12).
Around 100 participants attended each day of the Gladstone event, with as many as 150 each day at Rockhampton.
- Education Dean presents awards at TAFE ceremony in Bundaberg
Published on 12 December, 2012
Education Dean Professor Helen Huntly has represented CQUniversity at the Wide Bay TAFE - Bundaberg Campus annual graduation ceremony, held in the local Moncrieff Theatre.
CQUniversity Bundaberg Campus sponsors two 'Student of the Year' awards, one for Business Studies and one for Information & Technology studies.