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December 2008

Date News release
24 December Aspiring entrepreneur launches clothing business
The introduction of a new Minor in Entrepreneurship in 2009 could be just the ticket for fledgling online clothes retailer Sonja Ziegler.
17 December University to benefit from Bradley Review recommendations
USC is well-placed to benefit from the recommendations of the Bradley Review of Australian Higher Education.
12 December Graduate is Queensland's Young Australian of the Year
USC business graduate Jonty Bush, 29, has been named Queensland’s Young Australian of the Year for 2009.
10 December Property program gains professional accreditation
USC's degree in Property and Asset Management has gained full professional accreditation from the Australian Property Institute.
9 December Memorial prize honours high achiever
Graduating USC student Nickey Wilson has received the inaugural Anita Pitcher Memorial Prize at a moving ceremony at USC.
8 December Education academic wins media award
Education academic Dr Michael Nagel has won a national media award for an article he wrote about training educators.
4 December Academics lead research into PM's Department
USC academics are working to produce a book about the first 100 years of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
3 December Scientist aims to make forestry ‘greener’
USC scientist Dr Stephen Trueman is leading a project which aims to establish a “greener” hardwood timber industry in Queensland.

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November 2008

Date News release
28 November Wall of Fame to feature award-winning academics
The University will launch a Wall of Fame on Monday 1 December to celebrate the success of its award-winning academics.
27 November Herbarium opens in USC library
A herbarium with about 8,000 specimens of Sunshine Coast plants dating back to 1950 has opened in the USC library.
26 November Two champions inducted into Sports Hall of Fame
Champion basketballer Jae Cross and lifesaver Jason O’Pray have been inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame at USC.
25 November USC to offer Executive MBA in 2009
An Executive Master of Business Administration that has been designed to suit busy executives will be offered by USC in 2009.
24 November Study options evening for prospective students
USC will hold a free information evening on Wednesday 17 December for all those planning to start studying in 2009.
24 November Two Coast sporting identities to be honoured at USC
The Sunshine Coast Sports Hall of Fame will induct two new members at a special ceremony at USC.
21 November Students present marketing research to Health Minister
Three graduating USC students have made a special research presentation to Queensland Health Minister Stephen Robertson.
20 November Information evening about postgraduate business programs
USC will hold an information evening on Wednesday 26 November for those interested in studying postgraduate business programs.
18 November Graduate oversees huge environmental project
USC environmental science graduate Kate Hoad is working on what could be the largest ecological project of its kind in the world.
17 November Employers urged to participate in online survey
Employers have been urged to take part in an online survey being conducted by USC and the University of Southern Queensland.
14 November 'In your face' job application pays off for PR student
Graduating USC advertising and public relations student Chris Raine has landed his dream job with a Brisbane-based PR firm.
14 November Design students’ work on show at USC Gallery
Three years of work by 38 advanced-level Computer-Based Design students is on show at the USC Gallery.
14 November Aspiring Olympians to attend testing at USC
More than 40 aspiring Olympians will take part in National Talent Identification and Development (NTID) program testing at USC.
13 November Graduates invited to annual Alumni celebration
USC graduates have been invited to a special award ceremony and end-of-year Alumni celebration on Wednesday 19 November.
13 November Academic favours Finland's approach to testing
Giving schools greater autonomy in assessing students could pay high dividends, says USC academic Juhani Tuovinen.
12 November Cancer researcher wins 2008 Outstanding Alumni Award
USC science graduate Dr Elke Hacker has won the University’s 2008 Outstanding Alumni Award for her work in cancer research.
10 November Engineering information evening for prospective students
USC will hold an information evening on Wednesday 19 November for those interested in studying engineering in 2009.
10 November Information management staff in high demand
There is an urgent global demand for information management workers, according to USC academic Dr Don Kerr.
7 November Course offers top online marketing advice
USC's Innovation Centre will run an exciting course on Thursday 27 November for those who'd like to boost their online marketing.
6 November Memorial service for USC student Jason Palmer
A memorial service for University of the Sunshine Coast student Jason Palmer will be held at the University Club at 4pm today.
5 November Annual summit to focus on Sunshine Coast's growth
The future development of the Sunshine Coast will be high on the agenda at the fourth annual State of the Region Summit.
4 November Students' portfolio exhibition to open at USC Gallery
A portfolio exhibition by graduating Computer-Based Design students, "thread", will open at the USC Gallery on 13 November.

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October 2008

Date News release
30 October Leaders to discuss whether bigger is better
The question of whether bigger is better will be debated at the fourth annual State of the Region Summit at USC on 6 November.
30 October Nepalese student has high ambitions for teaching career
Education student Mingma Sherpa plans to return to her homeland of Nepal to teach in poor villages at elevations exceeding 3,300 metres.
29 October New information system launched for students
University of the Sunshine Coast students can now access a new, improved and easier-to-use online service called USCCentral.
29 October Business students thank Coast tourism leaders
USC business students have planned a colourful event to thank tourism organisations that have provided internships this year.
27 October USC to hold Careers in Nursing information evening
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold a special Careers in Nursing information evening on Wednesday 5 November from 6-8pm.
21 October Flexible educational design to retain creativity
USC Academic Development Officer Cynthia Tait is developing an educational design structure for Creative Writing academics.
20 October USC graduate wins Paralympic silver medal
Winning a silver medal at the recent Paralympic Games in Beijing brought both joy and relief to USC graduate Marayke Jonkers.
16 October USC puts whole new spin on public relations
The University of the Sunshine Coast is about to put a whole new spin on PR with the launch of two new Public Relations degree programs.
15 October Student joins TV crew for US presidential debate
USC journalism student Megan Mackander worked with news channel MSNBC during a recent presidential debate in America.
15 October Human canvas for latest exhibition at USC Gallery
The artistry and techniques involved in body decoration will feature in an exciting photographic exhibition to open at the USC Gallery.
9 October Gympie set to gain USC's pre-university course
Gympie residents keen to improve their job opportunities could soon be able to take part in a free pre-university program.
6 October Graduate lands marketing role in London
USC business graduate Hayley Munroe has become the first marketing coordinator for an engineering company in the UK.
3 October Exhibition to feature tattoos and piercings
A photographic exhibition of body decoration will go on display at the USC Gallery from 16 October to 8 November.
2 October Fusion Festival likely to attract thousands
Mental health will take centre stage at a huge community festival that has been organised by USC public health student Sharna Taylor.
1 October Information evening for prospective students
USC will run a special information session on Wednesday 15 October for those interested in studying at university in 2009.

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September 2008

Date News release
29 Sept Environmental habitat in scientific spotlight
USC scientists will closely monitor an extensive environmental habitat that has been transferred from Bundilla to the University campus.
25 Sept University to co-host child protection conference
USC and the Department of Child Safety will co-host a conference aimed at improving services for vulnerable children and families on the Sunshine Coast.
24 Sept Top executives on industry advisory group
Senior representatives of major companies will be members of a new industry advisory group for the University of the Sunshine Coast.
19 Sept Job seekers take heart in health research
A USC researcher is attempting to determine how much the health of a mature aged unemployed person affects their prospects of finding work.
18 Sept USC to provide Olympic sports testing
Talented young athletes who believe they could have what it takes to represent Australia at the Olympics will be put through their paces at USC.
17 Sept Health student organises fun Fusion Festival
USC public health student Sharna Taylor has organised a large community festival to boost community well-being and promote Mental Health Week.
16 Sept Indigenous workshops for school students
More than 100 school students are set to take part in a series of Indigenous workshops at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
15 Sept Journalism student wins Queensland Media Award
USC student Tom Haynes has won the Queensland Media Award for the Most Outstanding Journalism Student from a Regional University.
12 Sept Indigenous education experts to attend symposium
USC will stage an Indigenous Education Symposium from 17-19 September, featuring some of Australia’s top Indigenous education experts.
12 Sept Projects set to boost regional development
USC is set to sign historic agreements aimed at boosting the development prospects of the Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay regions.
11 Sept Child protection conference gains strong response
More than 150 people have registered for a Child Protective Practices Conference to be held at USC on Friday 26 September.
10 Sept USC scientists to help ‘climate-proof’ salmon
USC researchers are taking part in an exciting scientific project to help “climate-proof” Tasmania’s $270 million salmon aquaculture industry.
9 Sept USC to help transform sustainable education
Pre-service teachers at USC are part of a ground-breaking project to help change the nation’s approach to teaching children about sustainability.
8 Sept High school students gain Headstart scholarships
Seventeen students from 15 Sunshine Coast high schools recently received Headstart scholarships from USC.
4 Sept Walt Disney World to stage careers presentation
International tourism and hospitality leader Walt Disney World will make a special careers presentation at USC on Thursday 11 September.
4 Sept Headstart information night for high school students
USC will hold an information evening about its popular Headstart program for Year 11 and 12 students on Wednesday 10 September.

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August 2008

Date News release
29 August Photographic exhibitions to open at USC Gallery
Two exhibitions featuring the work of photographers, Lisa Maree Williams and Heidi O’Sullivan, will open together at the USC Gallery.
29 August High school students to receive Headstart scholarships
Seventeen students from 15 Sunshine Coast high schools will receive scholarships aimed at giving them a head start towards university.
28 August Journalism students have media award wrapped up
USC journalism students have secured all three finalists’ positions for a prestigious Queensland Media Award to be announced soon.
22 August Education academic to launch new book
University of the Sunshine Coast education expert Dr Michael Nagel will launch his new book, It's a girl thing, at USC on Monday 25 August.
20 August Academic to boost performance of Paralympians
USC scientist Associate Professor Brendan Burkett is the Sports Science Coordinator for the Australian swimming team at the Beijing Paralympics.
19 August Teenage mums explore academic potential
A group of teenage mothers are keenly exploring their academic potential thanks to an innovative program offered by USC.
18 August Record crowd attends USC Open Day
A record crowd of about 3,500 people attended the University of the Sunshine Coast’s annual Open Day on Sunday 17 August.
15 August University to offer engineering scholarship
USC has established its first engineering scholarship thanks to a generous donation from Sunshine Coast civil engineering firm Hall Contracting.
14 August USC gives aspiring Olympians a sporting chance
A Talent Assessment Centre has been established at USC to give aspiring Olympians a sporting chance of representing Australia at an elite level.
13 August Triathletes gain boost from USC research
PhD student Katie Sutter has gained a Queensland Academy of Sport scholarship to research the effects of fatigue on triathletes.
12 August Students help Eumundi Markets become eco-friendly
A team of enthusiastic USC students have boosted Eumundi Markets’ bid to become the most ecologically-friendly market in Australia.
8 August Gold-medal business advice on offer at USC
School students across the region are set to receive top marketing advice from an award-winning company director at USC's Business Enterprise Day.
8 August Academic's book tackles issues faced by girls
Practical advice for parents and teachers in combating cyber bullying among girls is featured in a new book by USC education expert Dr Michael Nagel.
7 August Gallery to host Creative Generation exhibition
An exhibition of dynamic art works by high school students from across the Sunshine Coast will open soon at the USC Gallery.
7 August University Hospital announcement delights Vice-Chancellor
Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Thomas AM is delighted that a new hospital planned for Kawana will be called the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.
6 August USC to lead forestry climate change project
A collaborative forestry project, led by USC, is set to combat the effects of climate change after receiving $1.9 million from the State Government.
6 August Minister opens Business Accelerator
Queensland’s Tourism, Regional Development and Industry Minister Desley Boyle has officially opened USC's Business Accelerator.
4 August USC journalism lecturers earn $10,000 award
Two innovative University of the Sunshine Coast academics have earned a prestigious national award for their outstanding work in journalism education.
4 August USC is a five-star performer
The quality of education provided by USC has received high accolades, with the Good Universities Guide describing the University as a five-star performer.
1 August Student gains Music Muster marketing job
USC student Jarryd Townson has gained work as the marketing coordinator of the Toyota National Country Music Muster after working at last year’s event as a volunteer.

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July 2008

Date News release
30 July USC exercise physiologist joins national board
USC exercise physiologist Dr Chris Askew has been appointed to the national board of the Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS).
29 July Medal haul to USC at Gold Coast Challenge
Sporting teams from the University of the Sunshine Coast certainly punched above their weight when they competed at the recent Gold Coast Challenge.
28 July Federal Treasurer opens new Health and Sport Centre
Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan praised USC's strong commitment to the region when he officially opened the University's $13.8 million Health and Sport Centre.
24 July USC historian revels in Ekka’s rich tales
Fireworks, carnival rides and a feast of food and entertainment are set to follow the launch of a book co-authored by USC's Associate Professor of History Joanne Scott.
23 July Innovative USC lecturer to teach from Beijing
Business lecturer Gayle Mayes has oganised interactive video links so she can continue teaching her students while she attends the Olympic Games in Beijing.
18 July Treasurer to open $13.8 million Health and Sport Centre
Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan will officially open the University of the Sunshine Coast’s impressive $13.8 million Health and Sport Centre on Saturday 26 July.
18 July Scientist argues for Olympic technology boost
USC's Associate Professor Brendan Burkett will speak at a pre-Olympic conference in China in favour of Olympic athletes using new technology to boost their performances.
18 July Politics student to address international conference
USC student Elyse Wohling, 20, will present a paper at the prestigious Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations conference in Malaysia next month.
17 July Stunning Dryland exhibition opens at USC Gallery
An exhibition of multi-layered and textured collages by South Australian artist Pamela Kouwenhoven will be on display at the USC Gallery from 17 July to 17 August.
16 July Orientation encourages USC’s 500 new students
The University of the Sunshine Coast has welcomed its latest intake of 500 students with an encouraging message about their strong employment prospects.
11 July Psychology is most popular mid-year degree
USC's decision to offer psychology this year has found its mark with the degree attracting the highest number of undergraduate students in the mid-year intake.
11 July Senator to congratulate General Practice Nursing graduates
Senator Jan McLucas will today present certificates to Australia's first graduates of a General Practice Nursing program at USC.
9 July University launches YouTube channel
The University of the Sunshine Coast has launched a YouTube channel which features videos, produced by the University, that outline what it is like to study at USC.
9 July USC to attend Sunshine Coast Careers Expo
Career advisers, lecturers and student administration staff from USC will attend the Sunshine Coast Daily Careers Expo at Tanawha, on Thursday 17 July.
8 July Universities urged to become ‘eco-versities’
A new vision of how universities can lead the drive towards sustainability will be presented by USC at a national conference of university delegates this week.
4 July Dryland exhibition considers effects of water shortage
A topical exhibition of textured collages by South Australian artist Pamela Kouwenhoven, called Dryland, will open at the USC Gallery on Thursday 17 July.
4 July Language studies for business and pleasure
USC will next month offer a variety of short-course language programs designed especially to help those who plan to travel or conduct business overseas.
3 July University study will take Kylie to Fiji
USC student Kylie Beard is thrilled to be travelling to Fiji to teach in a remote highland village as part of her study in a combined education and science degree.
2 July Financial chief graduates from USC
A man who presides over the financial operations of a company in Hong Kong that has an annual turnover of $36 billion recently visited USC to celebrate his graduation.
1 July University prepares for annual Open Day
The University of the Sunshine Coast is gearing up for its annual Open Day on Sunday 17 August. The popular event will run from 10am to 3pm.

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June 2008

Date News release
27 June Cheetah conservation lecture open to public
A South African expert on cheetahs will speak at the University of the Sunshine Coast on Tuesday 1 July at 7pm in a public lecture organised by Australia Zoo.
27 June Australian String Quartet returns to USC
The internationally-acclaimed Australian String Quartet will perform at the University of the Sunshine Coast on Tuesday 5 August at 7pm.
25 June Free psychology clinic to open at USC
A free psychology clinic will be a key feature of the University of the Sunshine Coast’s new Health and Sport Centre when it opens next month.
24 June $500,000 donation to boost Health and Sport
Sunshine Coast development and construction company, the Evans Harch Group, has donated $500,000 to USC's Building Excellence Campaign.
23 June Environment takes centre stage at University
The University of the Sunshine Coast has co-hosted and provided the venue for the biggest World Environment Day festival the region has ever seen.
20 June Green light for World Environment Day festival
Displays of innovative green technologies and businesses, forums and workshops will be among the highlights of the World Environment Day festival at USC tomorrow.
19 June Campus Alive project kicks off with 'Soccer Olympics'
An exciting project to enliven the USC campus kicked off in May when hundreds of students enjoyed a fun “Soccer Olympics” tournament at the USC Sports Stadium.
19 June West Papuan teachers complete Coast training
Fifteen senior teachers from the Indonesian province of West Papua have completed a special seven-week professional development program through USC.
17 June USC student wins top microbiology award
Research into the genetic make-up of bacteria responsible for causing septicaemia has earned USC microbiology student Nubia Ramos a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
16 June University receives its first bequest
The University of the Sunshine Coast’s first bequest was recently realised in the will of late Sunshine Coast resident Marjorie Harrold.
11 June Sport and exercise scientist enjoys 2020 Summit
USC sport and exercise scientist Associate Professor Brendan Burkett greatly enjoyed attending the Federal Government’s recent 2020 Summit in Canberra.
6 June Design students' exhibition to open at USC Gallery
An exhibition by advanced design students that explores technology and society in a variety of innovative ways will open at the USC Gallery on Thursday 12 June.
5 June Scientist calls for environmental mind-shift
USC's top researcher for 2008, Associate Professor Julie Matthews, has called for a fundamental change in the way Australians, in general, think about the environment.
4 June Student scores prestigious rugby league scholarship
USC Sport and Exercise Science student Peter Gough has scored a prestigious National Officiating Scholarship offered by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC).
2 June USC to host Science, Engineering and Technology Expo
Hundreds of school students will take part in hands-on science activities like robotics and forensics this week at a Science, Engineering and Technology Expo at USC.

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May 2008

Date News release
30 May Thousands to attend Voices on the Coast at USC
Almost 5,000 school children are set to visit USC on Monday and Tuesday next week (2-3 June) for the annual youth literature festival, Voices on the Coast.
30 May World Environmental Day festival postponed to 21 June
The Sunshine Coast’s World Environment Day festival that was planned for tomorrow at the University of the Sunshine Coast has been postponed due to wet weather.
28 May Tree planting to help promote World Environment Day
USC and Chancellor State College will join forces in a major tree-planting exercise tomorrow as an early celebration of World Environment Day on Saturday 31 May.
28 May Rotary Club scholarships help support USC research
University of the Sunshine Coast PhD students Wayne Graham, Nubia Ramos and Jamilla Rosdahl will each receive Rotary Club scholarships worth $2,500.
26 May Top maths students to compete in annual tournament
Hundreds of school students from across the Sunshine Coast will compete in an annual maths tournament at the University of the Sunshine Coast tomorrow (27 May).
23 May Apology adds impact to Sorry Day, says academic
The Prime Minister's recent apology to the Stolen Generations will add greatly to the significance of this year’s National Sorry Day, according to a USC academic.
23 May USC to hold National Sorry Day event
University of the Sunshine Coast students and staff will lend their hands … and their feet … to help produce a National Sorry Day mural on Monday 26 May.
22 May World Environment Day festival to be held at USC
The likelihood of the Sunshine Coast resembling the Gold Coast is set to be a hot topic at the Sunshine Coast’s World Environment Day festival at USC on Saturday 31 May.
20 May University unveils donor recognition wall
USC has paid tribute to its most generous supporters by establishing a donor recognition wall exhibit at the entrance of the University's new Chancellery building.
19 May National water planning report makes a splash
USC academic Claudia Baldwin has co-authored a report into Australia’s water planning practices which has prompted immediate action by the National Water Commission.
19 May Students organise huge event to honour rescue workers
Five USC students have organised a huge community celebration in honour of the region’s emergency rescue workers on Sunday 1 June at Stockland Park, Kawana.
14 May New business is a high note for Coast singer
Coast vocalist Felicia Kyle-Little has launched her own design and photography business at Coolum, thanks to a course she took part in as a USC student.
14 May Information night for parents of Year 10-12 students
USC will hold a free information evening on Wednesday 4 June for parents of Year 10-12 students who are considering university study.
12 May USC research features on ABC’s Catalyst program
Research by a USC marine scientist into the effects of four-wheel-drive vehicles on beach ecosystems has featured on ABC Television’s science program, Catalyst.
12 May Social workers celebrate role in boosting community health
The important role that social workers play in boosting community health was celebrated at an exciting National Social Work Day forum at USC on 7 May.
12 May Researcher seeks volunteers with carpal tunnel syndrome
USC researcher Rex Elliott is seeking volunteers with sore hands to help him assess a non-invasive treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome.
9 May Associate degrees now on offer at USC
The University of the Sunshine Coast will this year offer a new pathway to tertiary study by introducing associate degrees in Arts, Business and Science.
7 May USC to unveil wall exhibit to thank donors
The University of the Sunshine Coast will tomorrow unveil a new wall exhibit to recognise the contributions of its most generous donors.
7 May Seminar to focus on Coast's identity and lifestyle
USC will hold an urban planning seminar tonight (Wednesday 7 May) that will have special significance for Sunshine Coast residents and civic leaders.
6 May Healthy gathering for Coast social workers
The valuable contribution of social workers in developing better health outcomes in the community will be celebrated at USC tomorrow (Wednesday 7 May).
2 May Professional development course for property developers
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold an innovative professional development course for the property sector early next month (Thursday and Friday 5-6 June).
2 May Advice for business owners about achieving work-life balance
ProScribe CEO Karen Woolley will speak about achieving a good work-life balance at the next Enterprise Tuesday event at USC’s Innovation Centre on Tuesday 6 May.
1 May Indonesian journalists inspect USC campus
The University of the Sunshine Coast captured international media attention this week when journalists from three major Indonesian publications toured the campus.
1 May Mid-year study options evening for prospective students
USC will hold a free information evening on Wednesday 14 May for all those planning to start studying at the University in July 2008.

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April 2008

Date News Release
29 April Three exhibitions to open at USC Gallery on 8 May
Three exciting new exhibitions — two of which have tourism themes — will open at the USC Gallery on Thursday 8 May.
28 April Indonesian journalists to visit USC tomorrow
USC has attracted international attention, with three journalists from major Indonesia publications paying a special visit to the University tomorrow (Tuesday 29 April).
23 April Academic travels from Middle East for USC honour
Former USC business academic Dr Paul Corcoran has travelled 12,000km this week to receive an honorary award at the University's graduation ceremony.
21 April Agri-business leader to become Senior Fellow
Award-winning agricultural businesswoman Martha Shepherd of Cooroy will become an Honorary Senior Fellow of the University of the Sunshine Coast on Thursday 24 April.
18 April Awards night is recruitment boon for Coast companies
Leading Sunshine Coast businesses will be on the lookout for star recruits at the Faculty of Business Awards and Prizes Ceremony on Monday 21 April.
17 April USC to host International Nurses Day celebration
The history and future of nursing will go on display together at an exciting and interactive celebration of International Nurses Day at USC on Monday 12 May.
17 April Graduand appreciates support from The Smith Family
Financial support from The Smith Family and advice from television presenter Rosanna Natoli have made a world of difference for USC student Lauren Kesby.
15 April West Papuan teachers to train at University 
USC will sign an agreement that will lead to senior teachers from the Indonesian province of West Papua undertaking professional development at the University next month.
15 April Students receive $12,000 excellence scholarships
Six first-year students at the University of the Sunshine Coast each received $12,000 academic excellence scholarships today.
11 April Learn about overseas study opportunities
USC’s annual Exchange Fair on Monday 14 April will feature displays from partner universities in Austria, France and Germany.
10 April Headstart applications close on May 2
High school students interested in joining USC’s innovative Headstart program next semester have until Friday 2 May to lodge their applications.
9 April Headstart helps sisters to graduate together
Sisters Neha and Namrata Bhola of Sippy Downs will share a special bond this month when they graduate together from USC, both with degrees in accounting.
8 April Sport scientist sets sights on 2020 Summit
USC sport scientist Associate Professor Brendan Burkett has been selected to attend the Federal Government’s 2020 Summit in Canberra on 19-20 April.
4 April Coast tourism leaders to inspire USC students
Some of the Sunshine Coast’s top tourism leaders will share their wisdom and experience with USC students in special workshops over the next month.
4 April Popular culture expert to become Senior Fellow
One of Australia’s leading popular culture experts, Associate Professor Karen Brooks, will this month become an Honorary Senior Fellow of USC.
3 April Two USC graduates on new regional council
USC today hosted the historic first public meeting of the Sunshine Coast Regional Council with two USC graduates among the councillors making their oaths of office.
1 April Gallery displays USC’s collection of Western Desert art
A stunning display of paintings from Australia’s Western Desert will open at the University of the Sunshine Coast Art Gallery on Thursday 3 April from 6pm.
1 April USC to host historic regional council meeting
The University of the Sunshine Coast has been chosen to host the historic first public meeting of the Sunshine Coast Regional Council on Thursday 3 April.

March 2008

Date News release
31 March Entrepreneur to share business success secrets
Highly-successful Sunshine Coast entrepreneur Steve Huff is set to provide a valuable lesson for local business people at tomorrow’s Enterprise Tuesday event at USC.
20 March University Showcase to visit Coast high schools
USC has organised a travelling University Showcase to visit Year 11 and 12 students at 14 high schools across the Sunshine Coast next week (25-28 March).
20 March Career planning workshop open to the public
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold a public interactive workshop on career planning at 6.30pm on Wednesday 2 April.
19 March University to celebrate Harmony Day
International and Indigenous dancing and singing and multicultural food will be among the highlights of USC’s celebration of Harmony Day today (Wednesday 19 March).
17 March Research to assess holistic health of University
University of the Sunshine Coast Honours student Sophia Parker, 28, is conducting a ground-breaking study to determine the health of the University.
14 March Employers line up for USC's Careers Fair
More than 40 employers from local and national firms and government organisations are set to attend USC's first Careers Fair on Monday 17 March.
14 March Brave Jennifer loses locks for cancer research
First-year Communications student Jennifer Purse, 54, had her head shaved yesterday at a Leukaemia Foundation fundraising event run by the USC Student Guild.
12 March Headstart information night for high school students
High school students seeking a headstart to tertiary study have been invited to attend one of two special USC information events on Wednesday 19 March from 6.30pm.
11 March University prepares for largest graduation ceremony
The University of the Sunshine Coast is gearing up for its largest graduation ceremony ever on Thursday 24 April with 2,600 graduands and guests expected to attend.
10 March USC students swap holidays for charity work
Social science student Rei Joseph and a small band of fellow tertiary students recently spent five weeks working in a poor community in Nepal.
7 March Student wins national magazine cover design contest
Design student James Bryant, 21, has won a national magazine cover design competition with an assignment he completed at USC last year.
7 March Olympian donates cherished items to USC
Former Olympic kayaker Gayle Mayes has donated her 1992 Barcelona Olympic tracksuit and 2000 Sydney Olympic Relay torch to USC.
6 March USC to celebrate International Women’s Day
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold a special International Women’s Day celebration for staff and students tomorrow (Friday 7 March) between noon and 2pm.
5 March USC earns Employer of Choice for Women citation
The University of the Sunshine Coast is one of 99 organisations nationally, and one of only 10 in Queensland, to earn an Employer of Choice for Women citation for 2008.
3 March Science student to graduate with top marks
University of the Sunshine Coast graduand Roslyn Clapperton, 33, has completed her Bachelor of Science (Sport and Exercise Science) degree with a perfect grade point average of 7.

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February 2008

Date News release
28 February Enterprise Tuesday to focus on staff motivation
An American organisational psychologist who specialises in staff motivation will speak at the first Enterprise Tuesday event for 2008 at USC's Innovation Centre on Tuesday 4 March at 4pm.
25 February USC appoints new Dean of the Faculty of Business
The University of the Sunshine Coast has appointed Professor Evan Douglas as its new Dean of the Faculty of Business.
21 February Exciting battle for Great Court Race honours
Only a split second separated first and second in both the male and female events of the Great Court Race at the University of the Sunshine Coast yesterday (Wednesday 20 February).
20 February Great Court Race to be held today
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold its popular Great Court Race today (Wednesday 20 February) at 12.30pm, weather permitting.
19 February USC to welcome largest intake of students
The University of the Sunshine Coast will today officially welcome its largest group of new students to the start of the 2008 university year.
15 February Orientation program for new Noosa students
New students enrolled at USC's Noosa Centre are expected to turn out in force for a special Noosa Orientation program on Monday 18 February and Tuesday 19 February.
14 February Indigenous student to spend year in Japan
Lee Clarke, 28, of Minyama, will next month become the first Indigenous student to travel abroad under the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Global Opportunities (GO) program.
13 February International expert to boost USC’s horse flu research
An international expert in the transmission of influenza from animals to humans will speak at the University of the Sunshine Coast from 6.30pm on Wednesday 27 February.
8 February New exhibition year starts at USC Gallery
The University of the Sunshine Coast Art Gallery will start off an exciting exhibition year with a series of paintings called Grassland: paintings by Yvonne Mills-Stanley opening to the public on Monday 18 February.
7 February Three USC identities in Who's Who in Australia
Three USC identities - Chancellor John Dobson, Professor Pamela Dyer and Professor Ed Fitzgerald - are among 531 new inductees in the annual Who’s Who in Australia publication.
6 February University puts MotoGP rider Chris Vermeulen to the test
The University of the Sunshine Coast today determined that Rizla Suzuki MotoGP rider Chris Vermeulen of Yandina has the endurance capacity of an elite athlete.
5 February Journalism student wins international documentary contest
University of the Sunshine Coast journalism student Kylie Stephenson is packing her bags for Cambodia after winning an international documentary-making competition.

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January 2008

Date News release
30 January Conference considers effects of 'Sea Change' on town planning
The effects of the “Sea Change” phenomenon on town planning in Australia will be in the spotlight at the 9th Australasian Urban History/Planning History Conference to be hosted by USC next week.
29 January USC to co-host national Public Policy Network conference
Likely changes to public policy following Labor’s recent Federal election victory will be discussed at the annual national Public Policy Network conference being co-hosted this week by USC and USQ.
26 January Voices festival wins Community Event of the Year award
The Voices on the Coast literature festival – which is co-hosted by Immanuel Lutheran College and USC – has won the 2008 Maroochy Council Australia Day Award for the Community Event of the Year.
25 January Physiotherapist offers school bag safety tips
Physiotherapist and University of the Sunshine Coast teacher, Daniel Mellifont, has urged parents to take some simple precautions to improve spinal safety for school students.
23 January Top students choose to study at USC
Two top school-leavers from the Wide Bay region – Karina Hamilton of Hervey Bay and Fiona Finnegan of Gin Gin – are gearing up for their first year of tertiary study at USC.
22 January Enabling courses help Amy excel at USC
Biomedical Science student Amy Turco, 23, is excelling in her studies at the University of the Sunshine Coast thanks to USC’s optional enabling courses.
17 January There's still time to apply to study for 2008
Those who are keen to launch a new career this year can still apply to study at the University of the Sunshine Coast for Semester 1, 2008.
17 January Financial help available for USC's new students
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold a special Fees and Financial Support for Students information evening for all new students on Wednesday 23 January.
15 January Creative writing student wins national short story contest
Caloundra fruiterer and University of the Sunshine Coast student David Zemp has won a national writing competition with his first short story.
14 January USC introduces new academic excellence scholarships
The University of the Sunshine Coast has this year introduced four new academic excellence scholarships worth $12,000 each
10 January New degrees among most sought-after programs
New degrees in Psychology and Paramedic Science at the University of the Sunshine Coast have proven popular, ranking among the University’s 10 most sought-after study programs for 2008.
10 January USC congratulates 2170 successful applicants
Almost 2200 people have been offered tertiary education places at the University of the Sunshine Coast starting Semester 1, 2008.
9 January Linguistic PM inspires language studies at USC
The recent election of a Mandarin-speaking Prime Minister in Australia has enthused teachers of languages at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

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