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Dr Dave spreads message across Murray-Darling Basin
18 Oct 2011
A Charles Sturt University (CSU) academic is spreading the message to schools for the need to conserve endangered habitats in the Murray-Darling Basin. Through new teaching resources primary schools in the Basin can follow the exploits of ‘Doctor Dave’, or Associate Professor David Watson from the School of Environmental Sciences at CSU. The video and audio package, reading book and worksheets for outdoor activities also involves pupils of Burrumbuttock Primary School in the southern Riverina. “The reading book follows the adventures of Murray, the Murray Darling Carpet Snake, Stanley, the Blue-tongue Lizard and Sammy, the Squirrel Glider. They are all endangered animals found in native yellow box grasslands, which once extended from southern Queensland, through western NSW and northern Victoria to eastern South Australia. These lands formed the basis for Australia’s eastern wheat-belt and were cleared for grazing and cropping. Now only five per cent of these woodlands remain untouched. The grasslands and the animals they house are threatened with extinction. It will be up to future land managers - the school children– to conserve the remaining examples of these precious habitats for future generations.”
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with CSU academic Associate Professor David Watson, at 11am on Thursday 20 October near the School of Environmental Sciences building, CSU in Albury-Wodonga, off Elizabeth Mitchell Drive, Thurgoona. To order the teaching resource package, contact Burrumbuttock Primary School principal, Mr Owen Dunlop, on (02) 6029 3253.This is the first in a series of school teaching resources from ‘Doctor Dave’.
Print this story Good luck to HSC students
18 Oct 2011
Charles Sturt University (CSU) senior lecturer in Human Movement Studies, Dr Deborah Clarke wishes NSW students well in the Higher School Certificate (HSC) exams but knows that good luck has very little to do with the outcome. “It’s all about preparation and these students have spent the past year preparing for these exams in one way or another,” she says. “The ones that often do well are those who have done the extra work, using resources such as study groups, tuition in their weaker subjects and online services.” Dr Clarke has been involved in the continued development of online resource, NSW HSC Online. “This is a great preparation tool for students with practice exam papers and relevant study material for 61 HSC subjects.” Developed in collaboration with the NSW government through Education and Communities, NSW HSC Online provides access to quality education resources for all students, particularly those in rural and regional areas.
Media Note: Dr Deb Clarke is a senior lecturer from the School of Human Movement Studies at CSU in Bathurst. For interviews contact CSU Media
Print this story Documentary screening celebrates United Nations Day
18 Oct 2011
Bathurst residents are invited to a free screening of the documentary In the footsteps of the ancestors – Muslims Down Under, to mark United Nations Day in Bathurst on Monday 24 October. The screening is co-hosted by Charles Sturt University, Bathurst Regional Council and the Islamic Council of NSW, and is sponsored by the Bathurst Information and Neighbourhood Centre, and the Culturally Diverse Working Group. The documentary, directed by Ms Nada Roude, explores the ethnic, linguistic, cultural diversity and history of Muslims in Australia, and tells the stories of Muslim pioneers and their descendants, starting with the first interaction by Macassans from the Indonesian archipelago who travelled to northern Australia and traded with the Indigenous population prior to European settlement. The documentary screens at 6.30pm at the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre. A reception and refreshments will be served from 5.30pm in the Centre’s Wattle Foyer.
Media Note: In the footsteps of the ancestors – Muslims Down Under director, Ms Nada Roude is unavailable for interview as she is currently travelling overseas.
Print this story Singer, songwriter will visit Booranga
18 Oct 2011
Singer, songwriter and musician, Ms Holly Throsby will be the final writer-in-residence for 2011, at the Booranga Writers’ Centre at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Wagga Wagga. The Sydney-based artist has released five albums to date: On Night (2004); Under the Town (2006); A Loud Call (2008); a children’s album called See! (2010); and Team (2011). She joined Australian songwriters Sarah Blasko and Sally Seltman to form the group ‘Seeker Lover Keeper’ and their self-titled album was released earlier this year. Ms Throsby has been nominated for two 2011 ARIA awards, one for best children’s album and the other for best adult alternative album. While in Wagga Wagga, she will perform a free all-ages concert at the Museum of the Riverina’s Botanic Gardens site on Saturday 22 October from 1pm. Ms Throsby will also give a workshop for practising regional songwriters at the Booranga Writers’ Centre on Sunday 23 October at 2pm.
Media Note: The Songwriters’ Workshop will be held at the Booranga Writers’ Centre on Sunday 23 October from 2pm. To reserve a place in the workshop, contact the Centre on email, or call Director Mr Derek Motion on mobile 0449854901.
Print this story South Korean university and CSU strengthen ties
14 Oct 2011
The new President of Dongguk University’s Computer Science Institute in South Korea, Dr Kyung-sun Beak, will visit Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Albury–Wodonga on Monday 17 October to sign an agreement and investigate opportunities for expanding collaboration between the two universities. CSU’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Professor Ross Chambers and Dr Kyung-sun Beak will sign a new articulation agreement during the visit to facilitate further pathways for students from Dongguk University to study business and information technology at Charles Sturt University. A number of students from Dongguk University are already studying at CSU in Albury-Wodonga under a previous agreement signed in 2008. Two of these students will meet for lunch with the South Korean delegation, which will also include the Dean of International Studies, Professor Min-jung Ko, and the Director of Marketing, Jong Wook Ryu. The Head of Albury-Wodonga Campus and Director of CSU’s Office of International Relations, Ms Sue Moloney, will take the delegation on a campus tour after lunch and then, time permitting, a brief tour of Albury city.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews on Monday 17 October. The signing of the new agreement between Dongguk University and CSU will take place at 10.45am in the Board Room, Gordon Beavan building, CSU in Albury-Wodonga, off Tabletop Road, Thurgoona. The campus tour will take place after 1pm. For further information on Dongguk University, see it's website. Dongguk is one of the few Buddhist universities in the world, and one of South Korea’s oldest private universities. Print this story CSU clinic offers healthy advice during National Nutrition Week
13 Oct 2011
The role of a healthy diet in tackling the problem of childhood obesity is just one of the issues being discussed at the Charles Sturt University (CSU) Nutrition Clinic, ahead of National Nutrition Week beginning on Sunday 16 October. The 2007-2008 National Health Survey conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, found almost a quarter of Australian children aged 5 to 17 were overweight or obese. Accredited Practising Dietitian and Clinical Educator with the School of Dentistry and Health Sciences, Mr Shane Delves said a healthy diet is a key factor in addressing the issue and parents are important role models. “Eating a balanced diet containing fruit and vegetables, lean meats, whole-grains and good sources of dairy, along with good amounts of physical activity and minimising sedentary behaviours, are vital to the health of young Australians,” he said. The CSU Nutrition Clinic provides free, one-on-one advice about healthy eating and general wellbeing. It allows Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) students at CSU to gain valuable experience in dietary consulting, under the supervision of an Accredited Practicing Dietitian.
Media Note: Mr Shane Delves is an Accredited Practicing Dietitan and Clinical Educator with the School of Dentistry and Health Sciences, at CSU in Wagga Wagga.
Mr Delves will be available for interview in the Oral Health and Dental Clinic, from 9 am until 10:30am on Friday 14 October, building 30 near car park 7, Nathan Cobb Drive, CSU in Wagga Wagga. To attend, contact CSU Media.
The Nutrition Clinic at CSU is run every Friday 9am to 3:30pm, to make appointments please call 02 6933 2874.
Print this story One just world
11 Oct 2011
The impact of an increasing number of refugees on Australian communities will be discussed at a public forum being co-hosted by Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Albury-Wodonga on Wednesday 12 October. The forum, A Place to Call Home – The World’s Refugee Dilemma will hear from a number of experts, including representatives from the Refugee Council of Australia, the UN International Criminal Tribunal and World Vision Australia. They will speak on how to balance the needs of refugees and local communities, and recognise the skills refugees bring to these communities. They will also highlight the responsibilities of Australian citizens to refugees, and what we can do to help the global refugee problem. The speakers will address these issues at a public forum starting at 6pm in the Albury Entertainment Centre, Swift Street in Albury.
Media Note: There will be an opportunity to interview forum speakers between 12.30pm and 12.45pm, Wednesday 12 October at the CD Blake Lecture Theatre at CSU in Albury-Wodonga, off Elizabeth Mitchell Drive, Thurgoona. Contact CSU Media to arrange an interview. For further information about the public forum, see the One Just World website here. Print this story Girls growing up too quickly
11 Oct 2011
 How to support girls to grow up with healthy attitudes towards body image and sexuality will be discussed at a public lecture in Temora on Tuesday 18 October 2011. Lecturer in philosophy and ethics at Charles Sturt University (CSU), Dr Emma Rush will give an overview of what researchers and experts have to say about the risks associated with the sexualisation of girls and explain the government’s response. “A generation ago we didn’t see fashion and gossip magazines, padded bras and cosmetics pitched specifically at the primary school market,” she said. “While sex appeal has been used to sell products for a long time, in the last decade or so imagery directly inspired by pornography has also become much more prevalent in fashion and advertising. The increasing pressure on girls to meet very narrow appearance ideals at younger and younger ages is of significant concern to experts in child health and welfare.” The free lecture, Getting Real: Challenging the Sexualisation of Girls, will also identify resources for parents and professionals who work with girls.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews. The public lecture, Getting Real: Challenging the Sexualisation of Girls is being hosted by CSU and the Temora Shire Council. It will be held from 6pm at the Temora Town Hall, on the corner of Deboos and Loftus Streets, Temora. CSU wine and cheese will be served after the lecture.
Dr Emma Rush is a lecturer and researcher in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at CSU in Wagga Wagga. She was previously a Research Fellow at the Australia Institute in Canberra where she was the lead author of two major policy papers on the sexualisation of children. Read more about Dr Rush’s research here. Dr Rush has given similar public lectures in Griffith and Narrandera.
Print this story Marketing the Mint
11 Oct 2011
 Final year business students at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst will present business and marketing strategies to the marketing director of the Royal Australian Mint as part of end-of-session assessments this week. Mr Andrew Mashman, adjunct lecturer in marketing, communications, and project management from the University’s School of Business said students in the business strategy and the marketing strategy units in the Bachelor of Business (Management) and Bachelor of Business Studies will deliver group presentations to the Mint’s marketing director, Ms Felicity Mullens between 2pm and 4pm on Wednesday 12 October. The Mint’s market research manager, Ms Judith Steiner, will also attend. “The presentations by six teams will focus on presenting a high-level big-picture rationale about why The Mint exists, and how it can continue to exist in a world where the use of coins is dropping,” Mr Mashman said. “Bachelor of Communications (Public Relations) students from the School of Communication and Creative Industries at CSU in Bathurst will also deliver separate individual public relations presentations to CSU staff on what could be encountered in countries like Indonesia, China, South Korea, Laos, Malaysia and Burma. Many of the public relations challenges in the Asian region have to do with the operation of aid agencies, for example. The presentations help prepare our students for the continued and growing role of Australia in Asia, specifically in the communications and strategic management of stakeholders.”
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with CSU adjunct lecturer Mr Andrew Mashman from the School of Business at CSU in Bathurst. The round of assessment presentations began on Wednesday 6 October and continues on Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 October between 8.30am to 12.30pm. All presentations are in The Council Room at The Grange at CSU in Bathurst.
Print this story A view through the lens of CSU student photographers
11 Oct 2011
 Photography students from Charles Sturt University (CSU) are putting their creativity, skill and talent on display with an exhibition of large-scale photography at the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery. f4 is the culmination of study for the final year Bachelor of Arts (Photography) and Master of Arts Practice (Photomedia) students. Photography and digital imaging lecturer in the School of Communication and Creative Industries at CSU in Wagga Wagga, Mr James Holcombe said a diverse range of photographic styles and subject matter are on show. “This exhibition celebrates the accomplishments of all the students, and broadcasts their success to the wider community,” he said. Previous graduates of the CSU Bachelor of Arts (Photography) course have been successful in several national photographic competitions, including finalists in the National Photographic Portrait Prize.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews. The exhibition will be opened by the Curator of the National Portrait Gallery, Ms Joanna Gilmour, on Saturday 15 October at 6pm at the Links Gallery at the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery. The exhibition is on display until Sunday 20 November.
Print this story Room for native species on CSU Farm
11 Oct 2011
 Work has been conducted on the Charles Sturt University (CSU) Farm in Wagga Wagga to improve the space for native fauna and flora. Earlier this year, CSU signed what is known as an incentive Property Vegetation Plan with the Murrumbidgee Catchment Management Authority (CMA) as part of the CMA’s Climate Change Corridors Project. Under the plan, two native vegetation corridors have been created on the University’s farm. Between May and July, preparation works were undertaken at the two sites including ripping of the ground to allow water to penetrate deep into the soil profile and to enable adequate root development, the spraying of weeds along the rip lines and the construction of hundreds of metres of new fencing to prevent stock from trampling the new plantings. Then in mid-August, approximately 3 500 native trees and shrubs were planted in the two corridors. Acting Energy Manager at CSU, Mr Chris O’Connor said, “As these plants establish themselves over the coming years, these native vegetation corridors will significantly enhance local biodiversity. They will also support Charles Sturt University’s target of having 20 per cent of our land allocated to biodiversity by 2015.”
Media Note: The project on the CSU Farm was funded by the Murrumbidgee CMA and CSU. The native corridors were established with the help of CSU Farm Manager Mr Jim Mellor. Through CSU Green, Charles Sturt University has committed to a number of sustainability targets. Read more here.
Print this story Seeking Coonabarabran descendants of Klondike gold miner in Canada
11 Oct 2011
.jpg) A Charles Sturt University (CSU) history researcher will address a meeting of local and family historians in Coonabarabran, NSW, on Saturday 22 October as part of his nationwide quest to locate relatives of Australian miners who went to the Klondike goldfields in remote north-west Canada at the end of the 1800s. “My talk is mainly about David MacGregor, a ‘Klondike Stampeder’ known to have come from the Coonabarabran area, who is quite possibly the grumpiest Australian who went to the Klondike,” said Dr Rob McLachlan, an adjunct senior lecturer in history at the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at CSU in Bathurst. “MacGregor has left us a remarkable account of his Klondike experiences in letters he wrote from Canada to family and friends,” Dr McLachlan said. “In them he displays a strong prejudice against Canadians and their country, yet he stayed on for 20 or so years. I hope the talk will reveal some present-day relatives who will come forward with more information about MacGregor. I would also like to hear of other Australians who may have gone to the Klondike.”
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with CSU researcher Dr Rob McLachlan. The public talk will be held at 2pm for 2.30pm on Saturday 22 October at the CWA Hall, Cassilis Street in Coonabarabran. The talk is hosted by the Coonabarabran DPS Local and Family History Group Inc, who would appreciate a gold coin donation towards refreshments following the talk. Dr McLachlan will deliver a similar talk to residents of Bright in Victoria, on Saturday 26 November about men from that area who went to the Klondike.
Print this story Cycle to work
11 Oct 2011
 Charles Sturt University (CSU) students and staff will puff and pant to work and study on Wednesday 12 October as part of the annual Ride to Work Day 2011. Cyclists from CSU in Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Orange and Wagga Wagga will participate in the morning event, which will finish with a free breakfast. Event coordinator, Ms Nicole Maher from CSU Green, said the Ride to Work Day is a great way to, “enjoy some exercise, travel with low emissions and enjoy a free breakfast. More and more people are riding to work for fitness, health and to reduce their environmental footprints, as well as to enjoy a relaxing period before the pressures of daily work.” Tips on cycling to work are available from the Ride to Work official site here.
Media Note: At CSU in Albury-Wodonga cyclists will leave the Library car park of the University’s former Albury City Campus in Guinea Street at 7.45am, and arrive around 8.30am at the Gum's Café, CSU in Albury-Wodonga, Thurgoona, for a free breakfast.
At CSU in Bathurst, cyclists will meet at Banjo's Retreat in William Street, Bathurst at 8am for a coffee and breakfast, and then leave for the University around 8.30am.
At CSU in Orange, cyclists will meet at Bill's Beans, corner of McLachlan and Summer Streets in Orange at 8am and leave for the University around 8.15am. They are due to arrive at the University Café for breakfast at 8.30am. Read more here.
At CSU in Wagga Wagga, cyclists will meet at the Coffee Roasters, Trail Street, Wagga Wagga at 7.30am, then leave for the University at 8am, arriving for a free breakfast at Eat@20, building 20 near car park 2, Darnell Smith Drive, CSU in Wagga Wagga around 8.30am.
Print this story Biggest Ride to Work day
11 Oct 2011
The largest group of staff from Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Orange will gather for Ride to Work 2011 at Bill’s Beans café on Wednesday 12 October. More than 15 staff members will leave their vehicles at home for the event. Lecturer from the School of Biomedical Sciences at CSU in Orange and bicycle enthusiast Dr James Wickham has organised local support for the event and is thrilled that other staff members will join him on what is his daily ride to work. “Charles Sturt University supports sustainability and, even though our offices are some of the furthest from the CBD, we have a large number of staff members who ride regularly to work in any weather conditions.” The group will leave Bills Beans café at 8.15am and plan to ride into the CSU front gate at 8.30am.
Media Note: More information on Ride to Work 2011 is available here. For interviews, contact CSU Media. Read more about other Ride to Work 2011 events at CSU here.
Print this story Wetland and Streambank Field Day
11 Oct 2011
Charles Sturt University (CSU) academic Dr Cilla Kinross will welcome the public to the first Wetland and Streambank Field Day on Saturday 22 October as part of her work with the Summer Hill Creek Care group and the Central West Catchment Management Authority (CMA). Topics will include identification of wetland and riparian, or stream bank plant species, frog monitoring, rehabilitation techniques and weed control. “People will get the chance to get their hands dirty and help plant wetland species while learning about how and what to plant in the wetlands at their place,” said Dr Kinross from the School of Agricultural and Wine Sciences at CSU in Orange. Specialists will be on hand during the day to answer questions. The day will start at 9.30am with morning tea and run until 2pm. Lunch will be provided and will have a ‘wetlands’ theme of duck soup and watercress salad plus a barbecue. “We encourage everyone to bring their gumboots and a hand trowel as it will be a hands-on kind of day.”
Media Note: The day will be held at Third Crossing, 870 Ophir Road, Orange, 12 kilometres north of the Orange Post Office. For more information contact CSU academic Dr Kinross on 02 6365 7651.
Print this story Falcons take flight internationally
11 Oct 2011
The FalconCam Project is reaching new heights with a family of Peregrines currently located in the water tower at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Orange. Three eggs recently hatched and every move the as yet un-named chicks make is being captured on cameras and the live footage can be viewed around the world. “Our website is receiving 950 to 1 100 visitors per day which is about seven times more than the normal daily average,” explains project coordinator Mr Scott Banks. “We have been receiving comments and well-wishes from around the world including Canada, USA, Netherlands and Poland.” A public screen and information was recently set up at the CSU Library 24-hour Learning Commons area. “There’s 24/7 nest coverage now thanks to the updating of software for the website.” Updating the software and the recent purchase of a new high definition camera has all been made possible from fundraising. “One of our biggest benefactors, the 30 Squadron Beaufighter Association will visit Charles Sturt University later this month so we can show them the project.”
Media Note: To make a donation to the FalconCam Project at CSU in Orange and for more information visit this website. For interviews, contact CSU Media.
Print this story Equine Club ready to race
11 Oct 2011
The newly formed Orange Equestrian Club (OEC) will hold its first sporting event at the Equine Management Centre at Charles Sturt University (CSU) on Saturday 15 October. “We’d like to encourage the Orange community to join the Club,” said Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management student at CSU and OEC treasurer, Mr Dennis Kunz. “Orange has a strong equine presence and, with the establishment of this group, we hope to offer more competition and educational events for the community.” The OEC sporting day will include barrel racing, bending, flag racing, apple bobbing and an egg and spoon race. “It’s a fun way to let people know about the Club and to announce details of the OEC Dressage and Showjumping Clinic to be held on Saturday 19 November with internationally renowned instructor Ms Megan Joerg.”
Media Note: Media are invited to attend the OEC sporting day at 9.30am on Saturday 15 October at the CSU Equine Management Centre. The entrance is at the end of Leeds Parade, beyond both the main entrance to CSU and the construction of the accommodation entrance. For further information, contact CSU Equine Management Centre Manager, Ms Cheryl Gander on mobile 0417 665 324.
Print this story Inspiring 'thinking classrooms'
10 Oct 2011
Educational ‘guru’ Mr Eric Frangenheim will aim to inspire local school teachers and education students at Charles Sturt University (CSU) to set up ‘thinking classrooms’ in their schools during two workshops being held today, Monday 10 October, at CSU. Based in Brisbane, Mr Frangenheim will bring over 25 years of teaching experience into the hands-on workshops which aim to introduce higher-order thinking into the classroom, especially for gifted and talented pupils. CSU education lecturer Dr Liisa Uusimaki first met Mr Frangenheim at a conference in Queensland, where she noted his hands on approach to helping teachers become better is “based on practical activities rather than traditional lectures. It is a real coup for CSU’s Murray School of Education to host Mr Frangenheim so he can pass on his knowledge, skills and experience to our first year middle school education students, as well as local teachers,” Dr Uusimaki said. Teachers guided by Mr Frangenheim have already implemented ‘thinking skills curricula’ in Australia, New Zealand, USA, the Republic of Nauru, Singapore and Papua New Guinea.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with educational expert Mr Eric Frangenheim and CSU education lecturer Dr Liisa Uusimaki from 10.30am in the Learning and Teaching Hub, CSU in Albury-Wodonga, off Elizabeth Mitchell Drive, Thurgoona. See Mr Frangenheim’s website for more information. Print this story Dubbo nursing graduates farewelled
07 Oct 2011
Regional health services will benefit when 20 students who have completed the three-year Bachelor of Nursing degree at the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Dubbo are farewelled at a special morning tea on Monday 10 October. Ms Lyn Croxon, course coordinator for the Bachelor of Nursing in Dubbo, said “These 20 students are among a larger cohort of 122 students graduating from the School across the University this semester. The students have just returned to the campus after a four-week placement focussing on the transition to practice as a Registered Nurse, and they received invaluable support from the staff in the various hospitals in which they undertook their clinical placements. They are now are eligible to register with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Authority. While the recent clinical placements were in Dubbo, Bathurst, and Sydney, other placements at smaller facilities in the region over the past three years contributed greatly to the students’ education and understanding of the modern health system. The University thanks all the staff at these regional health settings for their support of our programs, as the clinical element is an integral component of the course.”
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Ms Lyn Croxon. The farewell morning tea will commence at approximately 10.30am Monday 10 October at CSU in Dubbo. The graduating students originate from Dubbo and towns in the surrounding region such as Coonamble, Gilgandra, and Nyngan, as well as from Sydney. The majority will accept positions as Registered Nurses with the Western NSW Local Health Network, while some will apply for positions in Sydney, Newcastle and Cairns. Find out more about CSU Nursing courses here.
The health facilities CSU nursing students have had placements at include Dubbo Base Hospital and Community Health services, mental health services, and the Multipurpose Health Centres at Wellington, Gilgandra, Narromine, Trangie, Nyngan, Warren, Coonabarabran, Coonamble, Parkes, Forbes, Yeoval, and Molong, as well as regional doctors’ surgeries within the Western Plain Division of General Practice. Print this story Highlighting the sounds of silence
07 Oct 2011
A morning tea to be held this morning, Friday 7 October, at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Albury-Wodonga will highlight how people can communicate their thoughts, needs and choices without speech. Speech pathology students in their second year of study at CSU will host the morning tea with a difference, where fellow students, staff and members of the public to learn how to communicate – and order scones, cakes, fruit and savouries - using simple sign language, cards, computers and even iPhones. Staged as part of International Alternative and Augmentative Awareness Month, the event coordinator and CSU lecturer, Ms Libby Clark, is encouraging people to join her students in the Gums Café on the Albury-Wodonga Campus between 11am and 12.30pm. “We wanted to hold a fun and practical event to expand the world of people who have little idea of how those with little or no speech communicate. Often people are anxious when they meet someone who communicates differently. We want people to know it’s not that difficult and to have some fun while they learn. You never know when this experience might come in handy,” Ms Clark said.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Ms Libby Clark from 11am today, Friday 7 October, at the Gums Café on CSU in Albury-Wodonga, off Elizabeth Mitchell Drive, Thurgoona. Print this story
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