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2009 news

December 2009 

Date News release
24 December University to re-open on 4 January 2010
USC will be closed for the week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, and will re-open on Monday 4 January 2010.
23 December USC makes history in 2009
From record enrolments to world-first research, the University notched up some weighty milestones in its 14th year.
22 December Student steps up for shoe shop opportunity
USC student Mitch Reyes has shown his flair for design by creating a new logo for a Mooloolaba shoe shop.
21 December Animated future for talented tennis player
USC Design graduand Jamie Zafir, 22, of Mooloolaba has represented Australia in tennis at the Deaflympics.
18 December New-look team for University Council
There will be a “changing of the guard” when the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Council meets again early in 2010.
18 December Crowd expected at USC Options evening
Strong interest in tertiary education is expected to see more than 1,500 people visit USC's Options Evening on Monday 21 December.
17 December USC helps young mums pursue careers
A group of young mums are preparing to start degrees at USC after graduating from the Tertiary Preparation Pathway (TPP) program.
16 December Academic addresses national broadband forum
USC property law academic Lucy Cradduck has adressed a top-level forum about the National Broadband Network.
15 December Leanne jumps at Young Manager award
A USC business student working for a trampoline firm is the 2009 Sunshine Coast Young Manager of the Year.
11 December GPS marker literally puts USC on the map
A small concrete structure built just outside USC's Chancellery has literally put the University on the global map.
10 December USC academic awarded for parks research
A USC academic has won a prestigious prize for co-writing a journal article about the environmental management of protected parks.
9 December Vice-Chancellor to leave USC in 2010
Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Thomas is set to leave USC in 2010 after announcing last night he will not seek to renew his contract.
8 December Student gains $8,000 scholarship to study in Germany
A woman who enrolled at USC seeking a career change has been awarded an $8,000 scholarship to study design in Germany.
4 December Event to provide last-minute advice about study options
USC will hold its annual Options Evening on Monday 21 December to provide last-minute advice for those intending to study in 2010.
3 December Indonesia invites USC academic to climate conference
USC's Head of School of Science and Education Professor Noel Meyers will join the Indonesian delegation in Copenhagen next week.
2 December USC experts to attend Copenhagen conference
Two academics and a student from USC will attend the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen.
2 December Students add voices to USC Council
Two 19-year-olds who are passionate about health and politics are the new student members of the University Council.
2 December Art in nature exhibition at USC Gallery
A stunning exhibition of an art in nature project will be on display at the USC Gallery until Saturday 19 December.
1 December Graduate writes book about Steve Irwin 
USC creative writing graduate Julie Gatehouse has co-authored a book about the late Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin.

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November 2009

Date News release
30 November Scientist leads effort to save macadamia trees
Dr Alison Shapcott is leading an exciting project to preserve a critically endangered species of macadamia tree.
26 November USC research features in Time Magazine
A scientific project involving USC researchers has been ranked highly in Time Magazine's list of the “50 best inventions of the year”.
26 November Papuan teacher enjoys professional development program
Papuan teacher Carla Jensenem is undertaking a professional development program at USC to help boost English literacy levels.
25 November Ceremony to honour USC’s first bequest
USC will stage a special ceremony on Thursday 26 November to honour the University’s first bequest.
25 November USC sport science academic joins Q150 Hall of Fame
Associate Professor Brendan Burkett will be inducted into the Queensland Sport Hall of Fame on 4 December.
25 November Young Americans promote USC abroad
Three American women who loved their semesters at USC are now promoting their experiences back home as student ambassadors.
24 November Exhibition to highlight art in nature project
An exhibition that focuses on an art in nature project at Tinbeerwah will open at the USC Gallery on Thursday 26 November.
24 November How can we manage Coast’s growth?
USC is co-sponsoring an innovative forum on new ways of dealing with growth and development on the Coast.
20 November Graduate becomes CQU’s Vice-Chancellor
USC graduate Professor Scott Bowman was recently appointed Vice-Chancellor and President of CQUniversity.
18 November Business graduate lands island paradise job
Andrew Fairbairn, who decided to study business at USC instead of becoming a baker, now leads a team of 22 at a luxury Bali resort.
17 November Agency benefits from closer USC ties
dtb! Advertising is the latest business to reap the benefits of the Innovation Centre, through networking and hiring USC graduates.
16 November Business forum to focus on Coast’s development
Experts in urban design and transport planning will attend the next Business Professionals' Forum on Thursday 19 November.
13 November Students assist Tourism Sunshine Coast
Final-year PR students have helped Tourism Sunshine Coast review the communication between the organisation and its members.
13 November Stunning word art works wonders for Luke
A former graffiti artist with a talent for creating dramatic word art has won a prestigious annual prize at the USC Gallery.
12 November Waterskier inducted into Sports Hall of Fame
Waterski champion Emma Sheers and racehorse trainer Bruce McLachlan have been inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame at USC.
12 November European research opportunity now available
USC students can now apply to study a two-year Erasmus Mundus Master Program in Adapted Physical Activity in Europe.
11 November Resolution pays off for Design students
A crowd of about 300 people is expected to attend the opening of an exhibition by USC Design students on campus on 12 November.
11 November 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 on Thursday 12 November.
10 November Paralympian Marayke dives into new job
USC graduate and world class swimmer Marayke Jonkers is now helping university graduates with disabilities to find work.
10 November Sixty scholarships available to new students
If you're starting at USC in semester one next year, you have until 30 November to apply for a share of $383,500 in scholarships.
7 November Business text launched by USC author
Associate Professor Kathy Lynch will launch her update of a popular US business technology book at USC Bookshop on 13 November.
6 November Academic to lead State of Region Summit forum
Professor Tim Smith will lead a forum about businesses and the environment at the State of the Region Summit on 13 November.
5 November USC sport scientist in the swim in Rio 
Associate Professor Brendan Burkett will assist the Australian swim team at a Paralympic Committee event in Brazil.
5 November Tuna king to address research conference
Clean Seas Tuna Chairman Hagen Stehr will be the keynote speaker at USC's 2009 Research Conference on Monday 9 November.
4 November Chloe is USC’s first Sportsperson of the Year
Buderim triathlete Chloe Turner has named USC's first Sportsperson of the Year at the University's inaugural Sports Awards Ceremony.
3 November Psychotherapist heads study program
Dr Kathryn (Kitty) Geldard, a psychotherapist who co-authored nine textbooks, is USC's new program leader of counselling studies.
2 November University adopts sporting ‘Blues’ tradition
The University of the Sunshine Coast will honour the achievements of its top athletes by staging its first Sports Awards Ceremony.

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October 2009

Date News release
30 October Conference to showcase University's research
Ground-breaking research will be presented at USC's 2009 Research Conference at the University on Monday 9 November.
30 October Design students stage exhibition at USC Gallery
Advanced-level design students at USC will stage their end-of-year portfolio exhibition at the USC Gallery from Thursday 12 November.
29 October Student kicks off career with Newcastle Knights
Public Relations student Michelle Smit has landed a job as Media and Publicity Coordinator for the Newcastle Knights.
29 October USC to hold Postgraduate Information Evening
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold a Postgraduate Information Evening from 5-6.30pm on Wednesday 11 November.
28 October Chloe aims high at Noosa Triathlon
After celebrating her success at the world triathlon titles, USC Sport and Exercise Science student Chloe Turner is set for Noosa Tri.
27 October Visiting scholar predicts cyborg future
A professor at USC for six months from Korea's Kyungpook National University outlines her futuristic vision of mass communications.
27 October Mr Fortune offers business tips
The co-founder of Vision 6, Australia’s largest supplier of e-marketing software, shares his business tips at the Innovation Centre today.
26 October University to thank Sunshine Coast teachers 
USC will issue a special thankyou to school teachers this week, ahead of World Teachers’ Day on Friday 30 October.
22 October Education students speak up for literacy
A new approach to teaching literacy has become a talking point among Education students at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

21 October

 USC recognised for boosting business
The Innovation Centre is one of 12 Australian case studies featured in a new book praising business-higher education partnerships.
20 October USC to hold Return to Study Evening
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold its annual Return to Study Evening tomorrow (Wednesday 21 October) from 6.30-8.30pm.
19 October USC tutor writes holiday guidebook
Sarah Pye, who this year gained her Master of Communication at USC, will launch her first book at Yandina on 31 October.
16 October Information evening for aspiring teachers
USC will hold a special information evening on Wednesday 28 October for those interested in studying primary education in 2010.
15 October Students fish for business in South Korea
A University of the Sunshine Coast student research team has detected a potential niche market for Aussie seafood in South Korea.
14 October Celebration to reunite USC’s first graduates
A decade after becoming USC's first graduates, members of the Class of 1999 will attend a special reunion this weekend.
14 October Jarryd swaps trade for marketing career
A decision to return to study has paid dividends for Jarryd Townson, 31, who already has launched into a new career in marketing.
9 October Reconciliation Action Plan to be launched
USC will launch its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) on Monday 12 October to help improve outcomes for Indigenous people.
9 October Information event to help those changing careers
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold its annual Return to Study Evening from 6.30pm on Wednesday 21 October.
8 October Vaccine for Influenza A (H1N1) now available
USC staff and students are advised that the free Panvax vaccine is now available at most doctors' surgeries and hospitals.
8 October Business forum to focus on cash flow crises
The next USC Business Professionals' Forum on Thursday 15 October will focus on working through cash flow crises.
7 October Student to work at famous research institute
Microbiology student Nubia Ramos has been invited to spend six months working at the famous Karolinska Institute in Sweden.
7 October Surfer wins gold at Australian Uni Games
USC education student Nathan Katterns provided his rivals with a lesson in surfing at the 2009 Australian University Games.
6 October Business Enterprise Day for Year 10s
Year 10 students from across the Sunshine Coast will attend a special Business Enterprise Day at USC tomorrow.
1 October USC to help school students with career choices
The University of the Sunshine Coast will host the annual Business Enterprise Day for Year 10 students on 7 October.

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September 2009

Date News release
30 September Scholarships presented to 23 students
Close to A$23,000 in awards were presented at USC's annual scholarships ceremony.
30 September Symposium to explore Indigenous culture
USC will host the 2009 Indigenous Education Symposium from 12–15 October
29 September Primary education newest undergraduate degree
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) will be available from Semester 1, 2010
24 September USC introduces new property degree
From Semester 1, 2010, USC's Faculty of Business will offer a Bachelor of Property Economics and Development.
23 September USC attracts leading environmental scientist
Dr Hugh Lavery has joined the University of the Sunshine Coast as Adjunct Professor of Land Planning.
22 September Serial entrepreneur at Enterprise Tuesday
Proton Consulting CEO Col Chandler will offer his take on the business world at the next Enterprise Tuesday.
21 September Sophie is Innovation Centre ambassador
USC student Sophie Barnard has been appointed the Innovation Centre's first student ambassador.
17 September Surface Tension at USC Gallery
The USC Gallery is hosting the works of four artists considered masters of their craft.
16 September Writers sow seeds of new careers
USC Creative Writing students and academics have taken part in the Brisbane Writers Festival.
15 September New group supports students' mental health
USC has launched the first international chapter of the US/Canada-based mental health support and social group Active Minds.
14 September Associate Professor's Ekka book wins heritage gold medal
Dr Joanne Scott's book, 'Showtime', has been recognised at the National Trust of Queensland awards. 
11 September Papuan teachers learn from Coast education system
24 teachers, selected as future leaders in their country, have completed their 10-week program at USC.
11 September State award for worldly USC student
Rachel McKay has been named Queensland's Student Ambassador of the Year
10 September USC to host child protection conference
In conjunction with the Department of Communities, USC will host the second annual Child Protective Practices Conference, with the theme ‘Giving Kids a Voice’.
9 September American student in research fast lane
After taking to USC like a duck to water, Georgia swimmer David Fleischman is researching other International student stories.
8 September USC to extend Wall of Fame
The University of the Sunshine Coast is facing a very welcome dilemma—it has run out of room on its “Wall of Fame” for award-winning staff.
4 September Book success for USC graduate Dean
Arts graduate Dean Jacobs, already nominated for two awards for his illustrations, will have his first book published in 2010.
3 September Students research seafood export opportunities
USC business students will soon travel to South Korea to research export opportunities for the Australian seafood industry.
3 September Vigilance needed to reduce influenza risk
University staff and students have been reminded to remain vigilant with personal hygiene to reduce the risk of spreading influenza.
2 September Celebration to honour high-achieving alumni
USC will pay tribute to three high-achieving graduates at its annual Outstanding Alumni of the Year Awards on 16 September.
2 September USC fosters Indigenous links to anthropology
Education lecturer Robyn Sandri will present Indigenous perspectives at a major anthropology symposium in the UK.
1 September Damon lists personal value of USC studies
A 21-year-old who studied science and education is empowering other USC students to develop their own 'graduate attributes'.

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August 2009

Date News release
31 August Students boost community wellbeing program
USC has provided a healthy boost to the Sunshine Coast Regional Council’s plans for a unique community wellbeing program.
28 August Researcher takes a closer look at intimacy
A USC psychology student is conducting a survey to assess how early attachments to caregivers affects adult relationships.
28 August Headstart information night at University
USC will run an information session about its award-winning Headstart program for high school students on 9 September.
27 August Creative Generation exhibition opens at USC
An exciting exhibition featuring artworks by high school students from across the Sunshine Coast has opened at the USC Gallery.
26 August Mental health DVD helps nursing practice
USC team has designed a teaching resource to help Nursing students integrate mental health care into their daily work.
24 August Seminar to reveal online business secrets
Five experts will help businesses tap the secrets of online success at Digital Futures on Friday 4 September.
21 August High school students to gain Headstart scholarships
Twenty-eight students from 22 high schools across the Sunshine Coast will receive USC Headstart scholarships next week.
21 August Academic wins top crime prevention award
Interactive Digital Media academic Dr Christian Jones has won a Queensland Police Service gold award for crime prevention.
20 August Graduate puts her heart into new career
Biomedical Science graduate LaToya Wilken, 20, has landed a job with one of the world’s biggest medical device companies.
20 August Paramedic Science team dives in for charity
A talented team of USC students will take part in this Saturday’s 2009 Island Charity Swim from Mudjimba to Mooloolaba.
20 August USC Gallery to host Creative Generation
The USC Gallery will once again host Creative Generation — an energetic exhibition featuring artworks by local high school students.
19 August Climate change project claims Eureka Prize
USC academic Professor Tim Smith and his research partners in a major climate change project have won a prestigious Eureka Prize.
18 August Research proves value of ex-HMAS Brisbane
The ex-HMAS Brisbane Conservation Park has contributed almost $18 million to the region's economy, a USC researcher has found.
17 August USC’s Open Day attracts large crowd
Prospective students from as far away as Mackay were among the 4,100 people who attended USC's Open Day on 16 August.
14 August Graduate becomes Schoolzine general manager
USC information technology graduate Narissa Wilson, 22, is now general manager of online business Schoolzine.
13 August Academic to receive crime prevention award
Senior Lecturer in Interactive Digital Media Dr Christian Jones is to receive a Queensland Police Service award for crime prevention.
12 August ASIC Regional Commissioner to speak at USC
The Queensland Regional Commissioner for ASIC, Maree Blake, will speak at the next USC Business Professionals’ Forum on 20 August.
11 August University gains top marks for teaching quality
USC is the only public university in Queensland to have gained five stars for teaching quality in the 2010 Good Universities Guide.
10 August Chris credits life-changing USC program
Former London real estate agent Chris Raes, 21, says USC's bridging program TPP has helped him create an exciting new life.
6 August Fraser Island water worries USC researchers
USC scientists are alarmed by the results of their research into the quality of groundwater and beach flows on Fraser Island.
6 August AFUW bursary provides welcome boost for Melanie
Melanie Anquetil is one of five USC students to receive $1,000 bursaries from the Australian Federation of University Women.
5 August Chef finds right recipe for a good read
A Maleny chef studying creative writing at USC has discovered the secret recipe for producing good books following a new internship.
5 August Academic is a finalist for prestigious Eureka Prize
USC academic Professor Tim Smith is in the running to win a prestigious Australian Museum Eureka Prize later this month.
4 August USC appoints Professor of Engineering
The University of the Sunshine Coast has appointed award-winning academic Mark Porter as Professor of Engineering.
3 August Busy executives meet challenges of new EMBA
Jason Law of Telstra is one of a dozen local movers and shakers studying USC's first Executive Master of Business Administration.

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July 2009

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Date News release
31 July USC intern helps launch new luxury vehicle
Marketing student Jeremy Nicholl has put himself in the driver’s seat for the final year of his business degree at USC.
30 July Exciting work on display at USC Open Day
Visitors to this year’s USC Open Day on Sunday 16 August can meet some of the University’s brightest people and experience their work.
29 July Researchers step into sport revolution
PhD student Jim Lee is testing a device, smaller than a matchbox, that could revolutionise elite sport performance and judging.
29 July Dr Karl Kruszelnicki to speak at USC conference 
One of Australia’s most enthusiastic and entertaining scientists, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, will speak at a conference at USC.
28 July Jenna sets standard for USC interns
A perfect performance by a marketing student as USC's first intern at Kawana Shoppingworld is set to inspire similar collaborations.
24 July USC on the tip of 120 tongues
From bonjour to konichiwa, four global languages will outdo English when 120 high schoolers attend a USC Language Immersion Day.
23 July USC offers the best of both worlds
The University of the Sunshine Coast is celebrating an exciting stage of its growth and its future plans with a new advertising campaign.
22 July Surfin’ students get on board at USC
Technology and surfing merged on screen at USC as lecturers helped up to 100 children make mini-movies of local surf competitions.
21 July New twists at mid-year Orientation
USC is delivering plenty of orientation fun along with a commitment to give the latest intake of 1,500 students a personalised education.
20 July Facebook debate adds to Orientation fun
The issue of whether Facebook is better than face-to-face communication will be debated by Faculty of Business academics.
17 July Orientation for USC's 1,300 new students
USC is gearing up to welcome a record mid-year intake of students during Semester 2 Orientation from 20-24 July.
15 July PhD scientist takes top job in Germany
Science graduate Ken Wasmund, who found evidence of a new bacteria species that breaks down toxic substances, is working in Germany.
15 July New students to receive healthy cookbooks
A cookbook produced by USC Nutrition and Dietetics students will be provided free to the University's new students at Orientation.
13 July Voices festival to create literary wonderland
A literary wonderland awaits thousands of school children at this year's Voices on the Coast festival at USC on 15-16 July.
10 July USC business forum to focus on managing people
The next USC Business Professionals Forum on Thursday 16 July will focus on developing greater skills in managing people.
10 July Linked Landscapes on display at USC Gallery
North Queensland’s vast landscape features strongly in a new exhibition that will open at USC Gallery on Thursday 16 July.
9 July Athletes win Spirit of the Games shield
Athletes from the University of the Sunshine Coast have won the Spirit of the Games award at the 2009 Northern University Games.
8 July USC earns six prestigious national awards
USC has gained national recognition for its quality academics and for its programs that help students enjoy their university experience.
8 July Crafty graduate competes in quilting ‘olympics’
USC graduate and former staff member Trish Alcorn has made the finals of the World Quilt Competition in the United States.
7 July Find out about USC at annual careers expo
Prospective students can learn all about USC at the annual Sunshine Coast Daily Careers Expo on Tuesday 21 July.
2 July Festival puts strong focus on climate change
A record crowd of more than 6,500 people attended the 2009 World Environment Day Festival at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
1 July Sam’s on the case for USC sporting glory
USC Justice and Legal Studies student Sam Poulsen aims to lay down the law to his opponents at the Northern University Games.

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June 2009

Date News release
30 June Design student rings in new career
Nineteen-year-old USC student Jody Horne sold her first artwork on the opening night of an exhibition currently at USC Gallery.
29 June World-class bus interchange opens on campus
Public transport access to USC has been boosted by the opening of a world-class bus interchange on campus.
26 June Sustainability expert to "attend" festival online
A sustainable business practices expert in Canada will make an online presentation at the World Environment Day Festival at USC.
25 June University to host national history conference
Two hundred historians will prove history is far from boring when they attend a national forum at USC from 30 June to 3 July.
25 June Design works on display for World Environment Day
An exhibition by 50 advanced Design students will be open for the World Environment Day Festival at USC on Sunday 28 June.
24 June USC lecturer helps set reconciliation goals
The advice of USC education academic Robyn Sandri is helping Indigenous reconciliation across the state.
24 June Renae gets boost for Indigenous health studies
USC social work student Renae Silver has received a scholarship to keep pursuing her dream of helping Indigenous communities.
24 June University's main entrance to close temporarily 
USC's main entrance off Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs, will be closed for a month from Monday 29 June.
19 June USC to assess region's climate change vulnerability
USC will play a key role in a three-year research project that aims to prepare South-East Queensland for the impacts of climate change.
18 June Basketballer shoots for biotechnology goals
Biotechnology Honours student Ying Lee is in training to represent USC at the 2009 Northern University Games from 5-8 July.
17 June Roos have right of way at World Environment Day
Visitors to the World Environment Day Festival at USC on Sunday 28 June will be asked to hop out of the way of the resident kangaroos.
16 June USC scientists research water quality
Three scientists involved in an award-winning water quality project are helping safeguard the ecosystem health around Lake Cootharaba.
15 June USC writers’ website flies off the page
Newly-interactive website Scriber Space is giving USC creative writing students an edge in the publishing game.
11 June Students benefit from equity bursaries
Three USC students in nursing, business and communications have received a financial boost from the U3A.
11 June Design exhibition opening draws large crowd
A large crowd attended the official opening tonight of an exciting exhibition by 50 advanced Design students from USC.
11 June Expert to outline taxation changes
Taxation specialist Brian Richards of BDO Kendalls will speak at the next USC Business Professionals Forum on Thursday 18 June.
10 June CareerHub helps graduate gain top retail job
When Rhyannon Vos graduated from USC she succeeded in her goal of starting a great career in her home town.
9 June Adventurer is keynote speaker at Colloquium
Professor Noel Meyers will be the keynote speaker at USC's annual Vice-Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Colloquium.
6 June USC students help businesses go greener
A ground-breaking workshop coordinated by two business students will help owners make their operations cleaner and greener.
5 June Tutor’s new book gives peace a chance
USC academic Dr James Page wants “peace education” to get higher priority at primary, secondary and tertiary levels in Australia.
5 June Expo at USC to inspire young scientists
Hundreds of school students will attend the second annual Science, Engineering and Technology Expo at USC next week.
4 June Students’ exhibition to open at USC Gallery
An exciting exhibition of work by 50 advanced Design students will open at the USC Gallery at 6pm on Thursday 11 June.
3 June Food stall to whet appetite for languages
There will be a distinct Indonesian flavour to the next USC Market Day on campus tomorrow (Thursday 4 June).
2 June Diabetes study finds knowledge is power
USC psychology graduate Ingrid Hawkins will present her thesis to the Australian Psychological Society conference in Darwin.
1 June USC examines direction of property market
Industry experts, including national commentator Michael Pascoe, will examine the property market at a USC seminar in July.

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May 2009

Date News release
28 May New cookbook to help students stay healthy
Two University of the Sunshine Coast students are on a mission to show other students that they can eat well on just $55 a week.
27 May USC offers PhD scholarships in computer gaming
Computer game development is about to reach a whole new level at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
26 May University students and staff gain Rotary support
Rotary is presenting scholarships to three top postgraduate students and a new Teaching Fellowship to a visiting British professor.
26 May PR students to launch Encouragement Foundation
Five USC students will play a key role in the Queensland launch of the Encouragement Foundation on Wednesday 27 May.
25 May Information night for parents of high school students
USC will hold a free information evening on Wednesday 3 June for parents of Year 10-12 students who are considering university study.
22 May Researchers assess blood pressure benefits of fish oil
A clinical study by a team of USC academics and Honours students aims to find the link between fish oil and blood pressure.
21 May Photographer focuses on entrepreneurship
Arts student Casey Maxfield, 17, will be the Master of Ceremonies at a major photographic convention in early June.
21 May Fundraising campaign exceeds $5 million target
USC's first major fundraising campaign has attracted more than $5 million in community donations over the past three years.
20 May Motherhood study attracts strong response
Research to determine how women feel about being mothers and what support services they need is gaining plenty of attention.
19 May Catch of the year for business students
About 130 USC students are developing an international marketing plan for the Smart Hook invented by a retired fisherman.
19 May Business forum to focus on financial outlook
The implications of the global economic crisis for local business professionals will be discussed in detail at USC on Thursday 21 May.
18 May New appointments to boost forestry research
Forestry research at USC will be boosted by the appointment of three State Government researchers as associate professors.
15 May Librarians from around the world to visit USC
Dozens of librarians from as far away as Sweden, Latvia, Canada and Singapore will inspect USC's award-winning library.
13 May USC expertise used in chemistry brainstorm
From burettes to pipettes to titration skills, the best of USC's chemistry resources will be on show.
13 May Allanah earns engineering scholarship
First-year student Allanah Fortington has $5,000 to boost her studies after receiving USC’s first engineering scholarship.
12 May Sport scientist gains national swimming award
Associate Professor Brendan Burkett has received a prestigious award in recognition of his work with Swimming Australia.
7 May Building Excellence Campaign raises $5 million
USC will hold a celebration on 12 May to thank donors who helped the Building Excellence Campaign reach its $5 million target.
5 May Graduate writes book on Palmview history
USC graduate Rowena Walters has released a second volume of her original book about the history of Palmview.
4 May University to launch forums for business professionals
Forums to provide executive education and networking opportunities for Sunshine Coast business professionals will begin soon at USC.
1 May Boost career by starting study mid-year
USC will hold a special information event on Wednesday 13 May for all those who'd like to start studying at University in July.
1 May Health advice regarding swine flu
USC has links to various websites to help keep students and staff up to date on health advice regarding the swine flu.

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April 2009

Date News release
30 April Paper sculptures on display at USC Gallery
An exhibition of paper-making and three-dimensional paper sculptures will be on display at the USC Gallery from 30 April to 6 June.
29 April USC student wins media industry award
Journalism student Kelli McClintock has been named the Sunshine Coast Daily's intern of the year for 2008.
29 April Journalism guru is USC’s top teacher
Associate Professor Stephen Lamble has gained the 2009 Vice-Chancellor’s Medal for Outstanding University Teacher.
28 April ‘Solar-powered degree’ sends Kye sky-high
From radio-controlled gliders to radio-tracking birds, outstanding USC graduate Kye McDonald has always aimed sky-high.
24 April High achievers gain $12,000 scholarships
Six high-achieving, first-year students at USC have received $12,000 Academic Excellence scholarships.
23 April Trio selected for triathlon world championships
Three USC students are set to represent Australia at the 2009 International Triathlon Union (ITU) World Championships.
22 April Exhibition to feature stunning paper sculptures
An amazing and engaging exhibition called Not the Flat Surface will open at the USC Gallery on Thursday 30 April.
21 April Scientists help create aquaculture history
USC scientists have helped achieve the world-first spawning of captive southern bluefin tuna in South Australia.
21 April Top students to receive $12,000 scholarships
Scholarships totalling $72,000 will be awarded to six high-achieving, first-year students at USC.
17 April Enterprising attitude helps Mere, 70, achieve Doctorate
Entrepreneurial Fijian businesswoman Mere Samisoni, 70, has graduated from USC with a Doctorate of Business Administration.
17 April Large crowd to attend USC's Graduation ceremony
A crowd of more than 2,500 people is expected to attend USC's annual Graduation ceremony today.
16 April Graduates ready to tackle climate change challenges
Four Sunshine Coast residents will become the first in the world to receive a Master of Climate Change Adaptation degree.
15 April Education students to give NSW a league lesson
Two USC students will face intense interstate rivalry when they play in the curtain-raiser to the Round 7 NRL clash at Suncorp Stadium.
15 April Art collector to become Senior Fellow
Renowned collector, community worker and retired engineer Ken Hinds will become an Honorary Senior Fellow of USC.
14 April USC academic joins Royal Commissions review
Dr Scott Prasser will participate in a top-level legal review of Royal Commission powers in Australia.
12 April University to host Climate Change forum
USC will host a workshop that could help determine how well Australia responds and adapts to the effects of climate change.
9 April Principal to become USC Senior Fellow
The founding principal of Chancellor State College John Lockhart will become an Honorary Senior Fellow of USC on Friday 17 April.
9 April USC gears up for Graduation ceremony
Former University of Queensland Chancellor Sir Llew Edwards will deliver the Graduation address at USC next week.
8 April Exhibition open during school holidays
Drawings by some of Australia’s top artists are featured in an exhibition on display at the USC Gallery until 24 April.
8 April Clown Andrew now in a class of his own
Gympie teacher and USC graduate Andrew Stokes says there’s only one clown allowed in his classrooms - himself.
7 April Olga to receive three USC business awards
Russian Olga Spengler will receive three prizes at USC's Faculty of Business Awards Ceremony today (Tuesday 7 April).

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March 2009

Date News release
31 March Strong interest in secrets of entrepreneurship
The first Enterprise Tuesday event for 2009 at the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Innovation Centre has been booked out.
31 March Fast-tracked USC degree leads to IBM job
The next time you drive over the Gateway Bridge without scrounging for coins, remember USC graduate Adam White.
27 March Students learn to ‘future proof’ careers
USC students gained valuable information on how to “future proof” their careers at the University’s annual Careers Fair.
26 March USC to join in global Earth Hour event 
The University of the Sunshine Coast will participate in Earth Hour on Saturday 28 March.
26 March Top drawing exhibition opens at USC Gallery 
Drawings by some of Australia’s top artists are included in an exhibition on display at the USC Gallery.
25 March PR students boost charity cycle ride
Two University of the Sunshine Coast students are putting a new Public Relations spin on a charity cycle event.
25 March Planning students conduct survey of cyclists
USC Planning students have conducted a survey of commuters cycling along bike paths in the central Sunshine Coast area.
24 March Waterski champ uses USC degree for business
Elite Norwegian ski jumper and USC graduate Oystein Barhaughogda has launched his own fashion range in Australia.
20 March Apply now to start studying mid-year at USC
Those keen to start studying at the University of the Sunshine Coast mid-year can apply now through QTAC.
19 March USC earns fifth Employer of Choice citation
The University of the Sunshine Coast has received its fifth consecutive citation for being an Employer of Choice For Women.
18 March French student wins Great Court Race
Fast-paced French student Clement Chanel, 20, was a clear winner in the University of the Sunshine Coast's 2009 Great Court Race.
17 March USC organises University Showcase for schools
A travelling University Showcase, organised by USC, will visit 16 high schools across the Sunshine Coast next week (March 23-27).
16 March Harmony Day to include Great Court Race
USC's popular Great Court Race will be held as part of the University's annual celebration of Harmony Day on Tuesday 17 March.
13 March Student awarded for water risks study
USC Honours student Jane-Louise Lampard has achieved national recognition for her scholarship research on water quality.
12 March Gallery to host prestigious drawing exhibition
Australia’s most prestigious drawing exhibition, the Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award, will go on display at the USC Gallery.
11 March Sustainability Research Centre opens at USC
USC has opened a Sustainability Research Centre that will focus on a range of issues including coastal management and climate change.
9 March Psychology student conquers mind-body battle
First-year psychology student Holly Warland had tougher decisions than most young people when choosing a career path.
6 March Headstart evening for high school students
High school students who’d like to know what it’s like to go to university can attend a special event at USC on 18 March.
5 March Felicity fills gender gap in computing degree
Sixteen-year-old Felicity Cunningham is unfazed by the fact she is the only female enrolled in her Software Engineering degree.
5 March Karina completes omega 3 research project
Within one year of starting at USC, biomedical science student Karina Hamilton has completed some nationally-significant research.
4 March Student authors to pen tales on sharks
A new project between USC creative writing students and UnderWater World aims to produce the first book on the Mooloolaba attraction.
2 March Academic to lead quoll research in hinterland
Wildlife Ecology academic Dr Scott Burnett is conducting research to determine if quolls are still living in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

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February 2009

Date News release
26 February Schools encouraged to try out new safety game
Teachers and parents have been urged to try out a new online game, Being Safety Smart, which is on display at the USC Gallery.
26 February Students among stall holders at USC markets
Enterprising USC students and graduates will be among the stall holders at USC’s first monthly market for 2009 on Thursday 5 March.
25 February Property industry course to highlight options
The impact of the global economic crisis on the local property market will be highlighted at a professional development course at USC.
24 February Academic questions power of 'elective dictatorships'
USC academic Dr Scott Prasser has co-authored a book that examines the benefits of having an upper house of parliament.
20 February USC wireless network expanded to more locations  
The University has ramped up its wireless network to provide greater and more flexible computer access for students.
19 February University backs Learning for Life program
USC will become a partner in The Smith Family's Learning for Life program that assists financially-disadvantaged students.
18 February New students to vie for Great Court Race honours
The University of the Sunshine Coast will hold its popular Great Court Race today at 12.15pm, weather permitting.
17 February USC to welcome record number of new students
Orientation Week has begun for almost 2,500 new students at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
13 February Child safety game goes on show at USC Gallery
A computer game designed to increase child safety awareness will feature as one of two exhibitions about to open at the USC Gallery.
13 February Noosa Centre to hold Orientation program
New students enrolled at USC's Noosa Centre will take part in a special Noosa Orientation program starting Monday 16 February.
12 February Artistic academic wins council's Creative Award
Art and Design academic Dr Lisa Chandler has been honoured by the Sunshine Coast Regional Council.
11 February Arts graduate is Young Citizen of the Year
USC graduate Laura Monaghan, 24, has won the Sunshine Coast Regional Council’s Young Citizen of the Year award for 2009.
5 February Employers urged to look to a brighter future
USC is urging Sunshine Coast employers to look ahead through the current economic gloom to consider their future workforce needs.
4 February Academic develops program to boost child safety
USC academic Dr Christian Jones has developed a computer game aimed at boosting children’s awareness of their personal safety.
3 February University offers new Sustainability program
Strong industry demand has prompted USC to offer a new postgraduate program in Sustainability.

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January  2009

Date News release
30 January Business graduate is Young Australian of the Year
University of the Sunshine Coast business graduate Jonty Bush has been named Young Australian of the Year 2009.
28 January Big Ant poses big opportunity for Shehan
Big Ant Studios’ plans to establish a gaming development studio at USC has thrilled new Software Engineering student Shehan Fernando.
23 January Hayley’s keen to find a cancer cure
A love of chemistry and a desire to find a cure for cancer have led Hayley Armstrong to sign up for Biomedical Science at USC.
23 January Modern bus interchange to be built at USC
Translink is set to build a large, state-of-the-art bus interchange at the University of the Sunshine Coast over the next four months.
20 January University to present two $1,500 sporting bursaries
USC will present two $1,500 bursaries at the Caloundra RSL Sports Star of the Year awards night on Friday 30 January.
16 January USC academic to edit national health journal
Professor John Lowe has been appointed senior editor of the prestigious Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health.
15 January Nursing Science is most sought-after degree
USC's recently-introduced Bachelor of Nursing Science has again topped USC's list of most sought-after study programs.
15 January Thousands receive offers to study at USC
Almost 2,100 people have been offered tertiary education places at the University of the Sunshine Coast starting Semester 1, 2009.
15 January Gaming development studio to open at USC
Melbourne-based gaming giant Big Ant Studios will establish a new gaming development studio at USC’s Innovation Centre.
14 January Executive MBA to boost career progress
Busy executives can now boost their career progress thanks to USC's introduction of an Executive Master of Business Administration.
9 January USC appoints award-winning educator
Award-winning academic Dr Noel Meyers has been appointed Professor and Head of School of Science and Education at USC.

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