Category: Education
Certainty and Growth Needed in International Education,
Article: The Albanese Government’s plan to manage growth in the international education sector has been welcomed by Universities Australia. The Chief Executive Officer of Universities Australia, Luke Sheehy, emphasized the importance of certainty, stability, and growth in a sector that serves the nation in various ways. Sheehy highlighted the significance of international education in supporting […]
Sharks’ Seasonal Snacking Habits Reveal Surprising Findings,
Article: Do sharks indulge in unhealthy snacks? The science says yes Researchers at Southern Cross University’s National Marine Science Centre have made an interesting discovery about the eating habits of sharks. It turns out that these apex predators seasonally snack on prey that may not be nutritious but is definitely delicious. Bec Lipscombe, a Doctor […]
“Boosting Health in Esports: SCU Launches Research Scholarships to Tackle Unhealthy Habits”
Article: Southern Cross University (SCU) is taking a proactive approach to address the mental and physical risks associated with esports by launching research scholarships aimed at exploring healthy esports participation and performance optimization. The university is seeking PhD candidates to delve into the factors influencing enduring esports engagement and to develop strategies for promoting a […]
“Supporting the Future of Natural Medicine: National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine Launches Inaugural Giving Campaign”
Article: The National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine (NCNM) at Southern Cross University has embarked on an exciting new venture with the launch of its inaugural giving campaign. With a bold objective of raising $100,000 by May 24, 2024, this campaign aims to support the future of naturopathic medicine. Naturopathy, an alternative approach to healthcare that […]
UA Chief Executive Officer Luke Sheehy Discusses HECS Debt and Student Protests on Sky News
Article: In a recent interview on Sky News, Universities Australia CEO Luke Sheehy discussed several key issues affecting university students. One of the topics addressed was the issue of HECS debt indexation and its impact on student affordability. Sheehy highlighted the importance of making universities more affordable and accessible for students, noting that the retrospective […]
Students Reap Benefits from Paid Placements, Albanese Government Takes Action to Ease Financial Strain
Article: The Albanese Government has implemented a significant action to alleviate the financial burdens faced by students across various disciplines such as teaching, nursing, midwifery, and social work. Payments for students undertaking compulsory work placements have been introduced to address the rising cost-of-living pressures that hinder many students from pursuing their studies. Luke Sheehy, the […]
HELP Debt Relief Puts Students First
Article: Universities Australia has thrown its support behind the Albanese Government’s initiative to simplify and make Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) repayments fairer for over three million Australians. With the rising cost of living increasingly impacting students, this move aims to alleviate financial burdens and provide much-needed support to those already repaying their HELP debt. […]
Dr Mary Russell Appointed as Permanent CEO of TEQSA, Universities Australia Welcomes the Decision
Article: Universities Australia has expressed its warm welcome to the appointment of Dr Mary Russell as the permanent Chief Executive Officer of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). Dr Russell has been leading TEQSA since mid-last year and her permanent appointment is considered well-deserved, according to Universities Australia CEO Luke Sheehy. The appointment […]
Healing Natural Disaster Trauma Using Art and Psychedelic Therapies
Article: Southern Cross University is embarking on a groundbreaking four-year clinical trial to help Northern Rivers flood survivors suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The trial, funded by the Australian government through the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), will explore the use of group-based arts programs and MDMA-assisted therapy in a stepped care treatment model. […]
Important Commitment to Health and Medical Research
Article: Universities Australia welcomes the Albanese Government’s significant investment in a new National Health and Medical Research Strategy to boost our research workforce and improve the lives of Australians. The Chief Executive Officer of Universities Australia, Luke Sheehy, expressed his excitement and mentioned that Australia is ahead in health and medical research. Sheehy emphasized the […]
Beth Whaanga Makes History as First Female Coach for SCU Gold Rats Rugby
Article: Beth Whaanga has shattered gender barriers and made history as the first woman to coach a men’s team in the Far North Coast rugby union. Whaanga, a Master of Laws student at Southern Cross University (SCU), has taken on the role of coach for the SCU Gold Rats first-grade side. With an extensive rugby […]
Grass is Greener for Exercise Scientist, Gurpreet
Article: Exercise Scientist Gurpreet Singh is making waves in the field of athlete thermoregulation and heat strain research. His groundbreaking studies have been published internationally and are now being used to shape State government planning for public spaces. Born and raised in Coffs Harbour, Gurpreet’s interest in athletics and science led him to enroll in […]
Southern Cross Uni Collaborates with Landcom to Boost Build to Rent Housing in Northern Rivers
Article: Southern Cross University, in partnership with Landcom, has announced a significant development in the provision of rental housing in Lismore, Northern Rivers. With the aim of addressing the region’s housing and rental crisis, the university will sell approximately 4,500 m2 of land at East Lismore to Landcom for the Build to Rent project. This […]
Pillars of Performance: SCU Buzz – Expert Advice for Marathon Training
Article: Are you gearing up for a marathon? If so, Southern Cross University (SCU) has got you covered with their webinar, “Pillars of Performance: Combining Nutrition, Physiotherapy, and Psychology.” This insightful event brings together a panel of experts to provide comprehensive advice on training for marathons. One of the speakers is Erchana Murray-Bartlett, a record-breaking […]
Universities want ‘certainty and stability’ in next week’s federal budget
Article: The Australian higher education sector is eagerly anticipating next week’s federal budget, which is set to provide much-needed certainty and stability for universities. The budget is expected to include the first tranche of funding for the Australian Universities Accord, a policy blueprint aimed at expanding and enhancing the university sector over the next three […]
Changes to University Governance: Education Ministers Meeting Endorses Actions, Experts to Establish Governance Council
Article: Universities Australia has acknowledged the outcomes of the recent Education Ministers Meeting, which endorsed several actions related to university governance and workplace relations compliance. Luke Sheehy, the Chief Executive Officer of Universities Australia, stated that university governance is a crucial focus area in the Australian Universities Accord. He also mentioned that they will continue […]
Making Student Repayments Simpler and Fairer,
Article: The Albanese Government is considering changes to make HELP repayments simpler and fairer, a move that has been welcomed by Universities Australia. With the recent increase in the Consumer Price Index, the government’s focus on student repayment reform comes as a relief for many struggling students. Luke Sheehy, the Chief Executive Officer of Universities […]
“Delirium ID Toolkit Empowers Carers to Prevent and Manage Confused Mental State”
Article: Carers involved in a groundbreaking pilot study have praised an online tool designed to assess delirium and give them a crucial role in managing their loved ones’ confused mental state. The world-first research, led by Southern Cross University in collaboration with the University of the Sunshine Coast, the University of Saskatchewan, the University of […]
Southern Cross University Researchers Showcase Flood Recovery Projects to Global Audience
Article: Southern Cross University researchers are set to take their flood recovery projects to a worldwide audience through the River Cities Network’s online presentation, ‘Splashing around in our backyard’. The presentation, scheduled for Wednesday 24 April 2024, will feature three projects from Southern Cross University’s VC Flood Recovery Project Scheme. Led by researchers from Southern […]
“Sound solution for struggling coral reefs: new documentary charts Our Changing Planet”
Article: In a groundbreaking collaboration between Southern Cross University’s Distinguished Professor Peter Harrison and Professor Steve Simpson from Bristol University (UK), a new season of the BBC’s Our Changing Planet explores the use of fish sounds to restore struggling coral reefs. The project could revolutionize reef restoration efforts and help protect these vital ecosystems. Professor […]
Turning Waste into Solutions: SCU’s Innovative Approach to Global Waste Problem
Article: With over 380 million tonnes of plastic being produced per year and an estimated 500 billion plastic bags in 2023 alone, the urgent need for innovative solutions to our global waste problem has never been clearer. Southern Cross University (SCU) is at the forefront of tackling this issue, with a range of research projects […]
Highly skilled workforce to deliver Australia’s national defence
Article: The Albanese Government’s 2024 National Defence Strategy has highlighted the crucial need for a highly skilled workforce and research to address Australia’s defence and strategic requirements. Luke Sheehy, the Chief Executive Officer of Universities Australia, emphasized the growing challenges facing the defence sector’s workforce and the increasing complexity of Australia’s strategic circumstances. To meet […]
Naturopath Carla O’Brien Achieves Life-Changing Milestone with Southern Cross University’s Master’s Degree
Article: Carla O’Brien, a dedicated naturopath with a 20-year career focused on helping clients achieve optimal health, has recently achieved a major career milestone by obtaining a Master of Advanced Naturopathic Medicine from Southern Cross University (SCU). Surprisingly, it was the outbreak of a disease that provided Carla with the opportunity to pursue her educational […]
Secure Your University Placement Early with SCU’s Early Offer Program
Article: Attention all Year 12 students! Southern Cross University (SCU) is offering an incredible opportunity to secure your university placement before ATAR results are released through their Early Offer program. This program not only guarantees you a place at SCU but also opens doors to scholarships and gives you a head start on your student […]
The Conversation: No, beetroot isn’t vegetable Viagra. But here’s what else it can do
Article: Beetroot has been making headlines due to recent supply issues and the resulting shortage of tinned beetroot on Australian supermarket shelves. However, as supplies begin to increase, the focus now shifts to the potential health benefits of beetroot. Although UK TV doctor Michael Mosley suggests that beetroot is vegetable Viagra, there is limited scientific […]
Universities Leading the Way in Australia’s Future Development
Article: Universities in Australia are set to play a pivotal role in driving the development and growth of new industries, technologies, and jobs, thanks to the legislated Future Made in Australia Act. Luke Sheehy, the Chief Executive Officer of Universities Australia, emphasized the importance of universities in creating new knowledge and skills for a stronger […]
Southern Cross Health Expert Shares Secrets to Marathon Success,
Southern Cross University’s newly appointed Professor of Physiotherapy, Dr Maria Constantinou, is set to share her wealth of knowledge during an upcoming online panel at the Gold Coast Marathon. Titled ‘Pillars of Performance: Combining Nutrition, Physiotherapy, and Psychology’, the event aims to provide marathon runners with the edge they need to succeed. With a remarkable […]
The Conversation: ‘It doesn’t matter where you come from’: regional youth orchestras help fight music education inequality
Article: In a recent study conducted by Southern Cross University, it was found that the pursuit of classical music is not an equal playing field. The study focused on the inequalities faced by rural and regional young classical musicians, which are often unknown to their city-based counterparts. The research revealed that there are systemic music […]
Southern Cross University Unveils Vision for Lismore Campus Revitalization
Article: Southern Cross University has revealed an ambitious Master Plan that aims to revitalize and reimagine its Lismore campus. The plan, called the Southern Cross Learning Precinct or Gnibi Wandarahn in the local Bundjalung language, sets out a pioneering vision for regional university towns. With a focus on research, innovation, and community partnerships, the plan […]
Create Your Own World with an Arts Degree
Article: Do you dream of creating your own world where anything is possible? Look no further than a Bachelor of Arts degree. Southern Cross University graduate and Wiradjuri woman, Kristie Harris, is living proof that studying arts can open doors to a world of imagination and wonder. Kristie recently made her mark in the literary […]