2006 News
December 2006
HMAS Brisbane holds exciting research possibilities
15 December 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast is gearing up for some great scientific and tourism research opportunities in 2007 following the signing of an agreement regarding the former HMAS Brisbane
Aboriginal ceremony to cleanse University's new building
15 December 2006
A traditional Aboriginal smoking ceremony will be held at the University of the Sunshine Coast’s new Chancellory building on Monday 18 December at 10am.
Lecturer to revitalise Indonesian programs across Australia
15 December 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast is part of a consortium of four universities seeking to revitalise the learning of Indonesian language as a matter of urgency for Australia's business and security interests.
Sunshine Coast nursing director accepts USC honorary position
14 December 2006
Nursing research and teaching staff at USC are delighted to have secured the support of Sunshine Coast Health Service District Director of Nursing Services Graham Wilkinson.
University to help promote HMAS Brisbane as a premier dive site
13 December 2006
The HMAS Brisbane might have been scuttled off Mooloolaba in mid-2005, but the University of the Sunshine Coast is keen to see the former warship moving full-steam ahead as a premier dive location, tourist attraction and marine research site.
USC receives $500,000 grant for learning and teaching excellence
13 December 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast is to receive a $500,000 Federal Government grant in recognition of its excellence in learning and teaching for undergraduate students.
Council grant helps highlight USC's Western Desert art collection
11 December 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast Gallery will use a $5000 Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grant from Maroochy Shire Council to help highlight USC's collection of Western Desert paintings.
USC backs Middle School Excellence Program
8 December 2006
Links between the University of the Sunshine Coast and schools throughout Cooloola Shire were strengthened today with the official launch of the Middle School Excellence Program in Gympie.
University to provide climate change training for executives
6 December 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast has signed an agreement that will see it jointly provide the first accredited climate change training for business and government professionals in Australia.
USC to boost equity bursaries for students in 2007
6 December 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast will boost its equity bursaries from $20,000 to $94,000 next year in a bid to help more students from low socio-economic backgrounds.
Coast's senior nurses to inspect USC laboratories
5 December 2006
More than 50 senior nurses from the Sunshine Coast Health Service District (SCHSD) and other health providers are set to attend a Nursing Showcase event at USC on Wednesday 6 December.
Shell consultant visits USC in hunt for fresh ideas
1 December 2006
A Shell International consultant, who normally spends most of his time searching for oil, visited the University of the Sunshine Coast this week seeking new ideas to help his company.
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November 2006
USC hosts Sunshine Coast Sports Hall of Fame event
30 November 2006
Boxing guru Bill Burow and surfing legend Gary Elkerton have been inducted into the Sunshine Coast Sports Hall of Fame at a ceremony organised by the University of the Sunshine Coast at Chancellors Tavern.
Chloe earns Chartered Accountants Achiever award
28 November 2006
University of the Sunshine Coast first-year accounting student Chloe Barnes has become the first USC student to gain a place in The Institute of Chartered Accountants Achiever program.
Sculpture provides right equation for school students
27 November 2006
University of the Sunshine Coast computer art and design senior lecturer Kevin Todd has helped a group of Mountain Creek High School students create an eye-catching low relief sculpture which features at the front of their school.
World AIDS Day exhibition at USC Gallery
27 November 2006
Bright and colourful paintings produced by Sunshine Coast residents living with HIV/AIDS will be on display from Wednesday 29 November to Friday 1 December at the USC Gallery which will host a World AIDS Day ceremony on Friday evening.
Professor leads suicide prevention policy team
23 November 2006
A consortium led by University of the Sunshine Coast Adjunct Professor Peter Bycroft has won a $600,000 contract from the Commonwealth Government to revise Australia's "definitive blueprint for suicide prevention".
USC scientist's work tabled at UN General Assembly
22 November 2006
University of the Sunshine Coast marine scientist Dr Thomas Schlacher and an international team of biologists this week tabled a report before the United Nations General Assembly in New York on the impact of human activity on deep-sea ecosystems.
Students enjoy first year at Noosa
22 November 2006
More than 50 first-year Bachelor of Business students at the University of the Sunshine Coast Noosa Centre recently completed end of semester exams in what was a big year for them and for the University’s presence in Noosa.
Stars turn out for Library's annual comedy debate
20 November 2006
Some of the sharpest minds at the University of the Sunshine Coast traded intellectual volleys and some painful puns on the topic of ""Celebrities make good role models" at the recent Power of Ten comedy debate at the University Library.
Get in quick for a Headstart
20 November 2006
High school students have until Friday 24 November to lodge applications to take part in the University of the Sunshine Coast’s exciting Headstart program. Headstart provides Year 11 and 12 students the chance to experience university life and start studying towards degrees at USC.
USC mental health nursing research gains funding
17 November 2006
Health researchers at the University of the Sunshine Coast have received a $225,192 grant from the Golden Casket Foundation which could positively influence the quality of mental health nursing practice and the outcomes for patients across Queensland and beyond.
BAD is good for USC art and design lecturer
17 November 2006
University of the Sunshine Coast art and design lecturer Debra Livingston knows that sometimes it’s really good to be BAD. Especially when BAD stands for the Brisbane Advertising and Design club, a professional association of about 700 members which recently named Debra as its BAD Person of the Year.
Conference to tackle workforce diversity
16 November 2006
More than 100 university careers staff, graduate recruiters and program and policy developers are set to converge on the University of the Sunshine Coast later this month for a three-day conference about workforce diversity within graduate employment.
Spotlight on celebrities at Library debate
15 November 2006
The question of whether celebrities make good role models will be hotly debated at the University of the Sunshine Coast Library on Friday 17 November at 1pm. Academics and guests, including award-winning journalist and radio celebrity Samille Muirhead, will be panellists for the debate.
USC sports scientist puts Aussies in the swim
13 November 2006
Australia’s success at the 2006 IPC World Swimming Championships in Durban, South Africa, from 2-8 December 2006, could well hinge on the work of University of the Sunshine Coast sports scientist Dr Brendan Burkett.
Artistic flair pays dividends for Jessica
13 November 2006
Graduating USC student Jessica Burrow’s artistic flair has earned her the $500 Proost/De Deyne prize and drawn plenty of interest from potential employers. Jessica won the prize for having the best student portfolio at Imago, an exhibition on display at the USC Gallery until 24 November 2006.
USC to build $10million indoor sports stadium
10 November 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast has announced the start of construction of a $10 million indoor sports stadium. Groundwork has been completed and the slab is expected to be poured next week for the 3705 square metre stadium which will be used for University and community sporting events and as a 3000-seat auditorium.
News in spotlight at USC Research Conference
8 November 2006
The Internet’s impact on the way people gather and consume news was highlighted at the University of the Sunshine Coast’s inaugural Annual Research Conference on Wednesday 8 November 2006.
State of the Region Conference a success
3 November 2006
Organisers of the 2006 State of the Region Conference at the University of the Sunshine Coast have hailed the event a success after it brought together more than 100 participants to discuss issues like water supply, population growth and changing tourism trends.
Come along to Uni Day at the J
2 November 2006
Noosa residents interested in tertiary study are invited to the University of the Sunshine Coast’s “Uni Day at The J” at Noosa Junction on Saturday, November 11.
Imago is emerging at USC Gallery
2 November 2006
Graduating Art and Design students at the University of the Sunshine Coast will present Imago, opening 6pm Thursday, November 9, at the University Gallery.
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October 2006
USC to hold first Annual Research Conference
30 October 2006
Former British Geological Survey executive director Dr David Falvey will be the keynote speaker at the University of the Sunshine Coast’s inaugural Annual Research Conference on Wednesday 8 November 2006.
State of the Region Conference booked out
27 October 2006
Strong community interest in major issues facing the Sunshine Coast such as water supply, population growth and changing tourism trends has led to the second annual State of the Region Conference at the University of the Sunshine Coast on 31 October 2006 being booked out in advance.
Daring approach leads to tourism job success
27 October 2006
Top tourism students at The University of the Sunshine Coast have been encouraged to jump out of planes and over cliffs in order to appreciate the great tourism activities on the Sunshine Coast. This daring approach seems to be working, with several Bachelor of Tourism students from USC’s Tourism Practicum course landing in jobs even before they graduate.
Journalism student wins Qld Media award
23 October 2006
University of the Sunshine Coast journalism student Hannah Klose won the Most Outstanding Journalism Student from a regional campus award at the 2006 Queensland Media Awards in Brisbane on Saturday 21 October.
War Widows reward nursing student
23 October 2006
Former Maroochydore High School student Britt Poynton received a helpful boost to her nursing studies at the University of the Sunshine Coast on Monday, October 23, when the War Widows Guild of Australia presented her with a $500 bursary.
Coast leaders to tackle important issues
19 October 2006
Sunshine Coast leaders and decision-makers are set to thrash out some serious environmental, economic and social issues at the second annual State of the Region Conference at the University of the Sunshine Coast on Tuesday, October 31.
Awards give students a boost
18 October 2006
Growing community involvement in the University of the Sunshine Coast was celebrated when scholarships, bursaries and prizes worth $25,000 were presented to 19 USC students on Wednesday, October 18.
Headstart makes uni life easier
16 October 2006
Year 11 and 12 students have an exciting opportunity to start studying towards degrees at the University of the Sunshine Coast while they are still at school. A USC Headstart program information session will be held at the University on Wednesday, October 25, from 6.30-8pm.
USC records 22% rise in QTAC first preferences
13 October 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast is riding a wave of popularity with potential students following a swell of interest in USC’s new course offerings for 2007.
New degree in property management
13 October 2006
Property and Asset Management is one of the fastest growing professional services in Australia and, with the extensive growth on the Sunshine Coast, local businesses will welcome the new Bachelor of Business (Property and Asset Management) being introduced at the University of the Sunshine Coast next year.
Students discover Germany at USC's Oktoberfair
11 October 2006
Opportunities for University of the Sunshine Coast students to study in Germany were highlighted at a special lunch-time OktoberFair at the USC on Wednesday, October 11.
Good news for USC journalism
11 October 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast's reputation as home of one of Australia's best journalism programs has been further enhanced by the selection of two USC students as finalists in the 2006 Queensland Media Awards.
New justice degree to help boost police numbers
6 October 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast will introduce a Bachelor of Justice and Legal Studies in 2007 to increase the pool of applicants for the police force.
Spreading the spirit of enterprise
4 October 2006
January 2007 will see the launch of “Enterprisers” an initiative that aims to encourage, generate and support a new wave of businesses developed by graduates and students on the Sunshine Coast.
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September 2006
Accountant shortage adds up for graduates
28 September 2006
Accountants are listed as a profession in limited supply on the ’Official List of Skill Shortages in the Workplace’ issued by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations and, as a result, USC accounting graduates enjoy a 100 percent employment rate.
New social work degree good for local community
21 September 2006
The weather is warming up and while some are celebrating that they live in paradise, the Sunshine Coast is not immune to disadvantage and hardship and many people depend on essential support from qualified social workers to make it through the day. To address the increasing demand for social workers, USC is introducing a Bachelor of Social Work in 2007.
Plan for more planners
14 September 2006
High population growth, water shortages and increased pressure on infrastructure have resulted in an escalating demand for qualified planners and the University of the Sunshine Coast is hoping to help address the shortage.
World Ironwoman Champion receives Alumni Award
12 September 2006
Kristy Munroe, a Bachelor of Business graduate and current World Ironwoman Champion, received the 2006 Outstanding Alumni Award at the University Foundation event held on Tuesday 12 September.
47 percent growth in ICT demands skilled graduates
7 September 2006
The Information and Communications Technology industry is set to grow by 47 per cent in Queensland over the next six years and as a result, USC has been awarded additional places to introduce a Software Engineering degree.
Nutrition degree inspires healthy careers
1 September 2006
A high demand for qualified dietitians to work with everyone from elite athletes to diabetics has prompted the University of the Sunshine Coast to offer a new degree in nutrition and dietetics.
Gallery opens Collective Memory exhibition
1 September 2006
More than 200 people gathered at the University of the Sunshine Coast Gallery for the launch of Collective Memory: Ten Artists of Influence, an exhibition of works by ten leading Australian artists.
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August 2006
Marine scientists discover marine life is thriving on scuttled navy destroyer
31 August 2006
An environmental study conducted by USC senior lecturer, Dr Thomas Schlacher on the navy destroyer ex-HMAS Brisbane off Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast has established that marine life is thriving on the sunken ship.
Education awarded extra places to meet high demand
24 August 2006
To help address significant staff shortages in the education sector, the Federal Government has allocated the University of the Sunshine Coast an additional 55 student teaching places, commencing in 2007.
Business day for enterprising students
22 August 2006
More than 220 business students from Sunshine Coast high schools will be attending a Business Enterprise Day on Thursday 24 August at USC.
University of the Sunshine Coast recognised for quality
21 August 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast is a five-star performer according to the recently released edition of the Good Universities Guide 2007.
Australia’s newest nursing facilities popular at USC's Courses for Careers Day
20 August 2006
Around two thousand people visited the campus, to gather information about how to apply, university life, social activities, scholarships and student support services.
50K seed funding for USC child safety-related programs
11 August 2006
The Department of Child Safety has approved a funding agreement with USC to develop a specialist child protection stream in the undergraduate human services and counselling programs.
Coast principals meet on campus
11 August 2006
Principals from across the region will converge on the University of the Sunshine Coast this Monday to learn more about its new programs, facilities and school initiatives.
2006 Australian of the Year inspires USC students
8 August 2006
The 2006 Australian of the Year, Professor Ian Frazer delivered a lecture entitled The Exploration of Possibilities for Better Decisions to students at the University of the Sunshine Coast today.
USC wins national awards for excellence in teaching
8 August 2006
Two lecturers from the University of the Sunshine Coast received a $10,000 award each for their outstanding contributions to student learning in Brisbane last night.
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July 2006
USC student wins scholarship to South Carolina
25 July 2006
USC Business student, Trent McArdle, has won a scholarship worth $2,000 as part of the Queensland Government's South Carolina Tourism and Hospitality Exchange Program.
Australian String Quartet at University of the Sunshine Coast
20 July 2006
One of Australia's leading chamber ensembles, the Australian String Quartet, is holding a benefit concert at USC on Wednesday 2 August.
Endeavouring to improve the unemployment rate: USC awarded $15K research grant
20 July 2006
The affects of an individual's overall health on their employment status will be the focus of new research to be conducted at USC.
Mid-year orientation begins at USC
12 July 2006
More than 500 people start their studies at the University of the Sunshine Coast today - the biggest mid-year intake in the University's ten-year history.
National university IT conference on the Coast
10 July 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast will host the 2006 QUESTnet Conference at the Hyatt Coolum July 11-14.
Success for USC at Northern University Games
7 July,2006
University of the Sunshine Coast students have celebrated their best-ever campaign at the Northern University Games.
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June 2006
New pathway increases study opportunities
14 June 2006
The University has launched a new program to allow more people the opportunity to study at university and pursue their dream career.
Public health lecturer recognised by industry
13 June 2006
Lecturer Lily O'Hara has been recognised by the Health Promotion industry.
Headstart celebrates success
7 June 2006
The University will celebrate the success of its popular Headstart Program with a special function tomorrow night.
Student talent showcased in Bytes of Attitude
7 June 2006
Advanced level computer-based art and design students present a digital media exhibition.
USC celebrates ten years with $10K in school grants
6 June 2006
Primary and high school students will receive funding for education projects through the inaugural USC School Grants Scheme.
Students present ad campaign to Lifeline
5 June 2006
Advertising students pitch their ideas to Lifeline.
DVC heads back to school for the day
2 June 2006
Professor Greg Hill will be 'Principal for the day' at James Nash State High School as part of Education Week celebrations.
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May 2006
USC discusses learning and teaching best practice
30 May 2006
The inaugural Vice-Chancellor's Learning and Teaching Colloquium will be held tomorrow.
Healthy Schools - Healthy Futures
26 May 2006
A one-day workshop focussing on school health promotion programs.
'Voices' will be heard across the Coast
26 May 2006
Voices on the Coast. the Sunshine Coast's favourite literary festival, is on 29 May-3 June, proudly presented by Immanuel Lutheran College and the University of the Sunshine Coast.
USC students help raise breast cancer awareness
19 May 2006
Business students helping a local community group achieve their goals.
Science, Health, Arts, Social Sciences - free information sessions
18 May 2006
Discover the many study options on offer at USC.
Keeping healthy - the value of information
16 May 2006
Researchers from the Faculty of Business have found that today's consumers are much more involved in their own healthcare than in the past.
Business and Education information sessions
11 May 2006
Interested in studying a business degree or secondary school education at USC?
USC announces new pathway to study
9 May 2006
TPP offers non-school leavers the chance to gain a QTAC entry ranking and experience university life before starting their degrees.
Inaugural Neuendorf Group Scholarships announced
4 May 2006
Successful Sunshine Coast business identities, Karen and Keith Neuendorf have presented the inaugural Neuendorf Group Scholarships to two first year USC students.
Take note!
3 May 2006
USC is offering a free workshop on the art of note-taking - particularly aimed at secondary school students and people interested in returning to study.
Time Place Space
2 May 2006
USC's latest art exhibition, featuring local Sunshine Coast artists Mandy McGuire and Andrew Dixon, opens this week.
Decision time for school leavers
2 May 2006
High school students and their parents are invited to attend an information session on choices after high school tomorrow evening at the University.
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April 2006
Mid-year entry now open
26 April 2006
Semester 2 at USC starts 17 July and applications are now open through QTAC.
New Dean of Business appointed
24 April 2006
Professor Ed Fitzgerald has been appointed as Dean of the Faculty of Business.
Graduation 2006 - a great success
21 April 2006
USC has celebrated its eighth annual graduation ceremony.
Regional planning technology looks to the future
21 April 2006
The University is presenting a Queensland-first seminar on alternative land use scenarios using state-of-the-art computer technology to take a glimpse at the future.
Returning to study - free information session
21 April 2006
Wednesday 26 April - 6.30pm. Book your place and discover how you can apply to begin at USC in July.
National and local identities receive honorary awards
20 April 2006
Graduation is a time to recognise those in the community who have significantly contributed to the University or the region in some way.
Leading Australian author recognised at graduation
20 April 2006
USC senior lecturer and award winning author Gary Crew will receive his Doctorate of Creative Arts at tonight's graduation ceremony.
Graduation - Power of Ten style
19 April 2006
The University will hold a very special graduation ceremony tomorrow night coinciding with its tenth anniversary.
Faculty of Business awards & prizes
19 April 2006
The 2006 Faculty of Business Awards and Prizes Ceremony will be held on Thursday 20 April..
USC prepares for Graduation 2006
13 April 2006
USC is preparing to celebrate its eighth annual graduation ceremony next week.
National Seniors seeks crime fighters against fraud
12 April 2006
Seniors feel more vulnerable to fraud than any other crime according to the National Seniors Productive Ageing Centre (NSPAC).
Raelene Boyle to launch 2006 Northern University Games
12 April 2006
USC is the partner university for the 2006 Northern University Games.
Major boost for smart business on the rapidly growing Sunshine Coast
12 April 2006
The Innovation Centre Sunshine Coast Pty Ltd has announced plans for a major expansion to accommodate around 15 -20 additional knowledge based businesses.
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March 2006
Academic examines social justice in education
27 March 2006
USC academic, Dr Jennifer Nayler, has launched a new book titled Pedagogies-Storylines and Storyspaces .
USC sets the pace for University Showcase 2006
24 March 2006
Thousands of high school students will have the chance to discover what options they have when they leave school when the University Showcase visits next week.
USC supports National Seniors Productive Ageing Centre
23 March 2006
The University is working closely with the National Seniors Productive Ageing Centre to develop projects that assist Australian seniors in achieving the benefits of productive ageing.
Free information sessions on mid-year entry
22 March 2006
Mid-year applications open next month and the University is holding free information sessions on how to apply.
A century of Chinese prints on display
15 March 2006
The University Art Gallery presents a rare opportunity to see an exhibition of 100 years of Chinese printmaking.
Study begins at USC Noosa Centre
10 March 2006
Thirty-one new university students have begun their study year at the University of the Sunshine Coast's Noosa Centre.
Get a Headstart on your degree
9 March 2006
The University's Headstart Program offers high school students the opportunity to begin university study while still at school.
USC helps you Keep PACE in 2006
3 March 2006
The Keep PACE Program is a series of free information sessions and workshops for students, parents and the community which run through the year.
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February 2006
Free career advice at Noosa
24 February 2006
Every Wednesday afternoon from 1 March
USC turns ten! - official launch
22 February 2006
A special staff photograph to celebrate the University's tenth anniversary.
Catalyst: University of the Sunshine Coast and The Power of Ten
21 February 2006
A special exhibition to celebrate USC's first and future decades.
Employer of Choice for Women again
21 February 2006
The University has been named an Employer of Choice for Women for the second year running.
Community information sessions for 2006
20 February 2006
The University is offering its popular Keep PACE Program in 2006.
Orientation 2006
14 February 2006
USC's largest intake ever.
Orientation 13 to 16 February
9 February 2006
Orientation is your introduction to the USC campus and university life.
USC opens Sport and Health Clinic
8 February, 2006
The CHASE Sport and Health Clinic will offer unique facilities to the community, amateur and professional athletes, health practitioners, and sporting groups.
Late applications still accepted
2 February 2006
The University of the Sunshine Coast is still accepting direct applications to begin studying on 20 February.
The Power of Ten: Celebrating our First and Future Decades
1 February 2006
The University is celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2006.
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January 2006
Recognition of prior learning at USC
30 January 2006
The University is working with the Cooloola Sunshine Institute of TAFE (CSIT) to jointly address the training and education needs of the region.
Work continues on next stage of development
30 January 2006
Construction is underway on two new campus buildings.
Make a healthy career change at USC
30 January 2006
Interested in a career in health? The University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Health Promotion and Public Health.
Still time to apply
13 January 2006
There is still time to apply to study at the University of the Sunshine Coast in 2006.
Sunshine Coast bucks national trend
13 January 2006
Applications to study at USC are up almost 30 per cent.
2213 successful applicants offered a place at USC
12 January 2006
With USC first preferences up almost 30 per cent, 2213 people have been offered a place at USC in the first round of offers due out at 1am tomorrow morning.
2005 biggest year yet for USC Gallery
11 January 2006
More than ten thousand people passed through the doors of the University of the Sunshine Coast Art Gallery in 2005
USC receives 40 new places
10 January 2006
The University has welcomed the news of 40 new places in Education and Nursing.
Scholarships - are you eligible?
3 January 2006
Scholarships, bursaries and prizes are awarded for a number of reasons - are you eligible?
Organic Simulcast and Green Man Resurrected
3 January 2006
The 2006 USC Gallery Exhibition Program begins in January with a look at the interaction between humans and the environment.
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