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Prophets in Christianity and Islam
12 Oct 2010
The role of prophets in Christianity and Islam will be explored in a free public talk to be held at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Wagga Wagga on Wednesday 13 October. The speakers are CSU Professor of Theology and Executive Director of the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture, Reverend Professor James Haire and CSU adjunct lecturer and Executive Director of Islamic Sciences and Research Academy of Australia, Mr Mehmet Ozalp. The dialogue between the two leading religious figures will examine how Christianity and Islam view prophets, their role and characteristics. How does one know a person claiming to be a prophet is telling the truth? What is the central place and meaning of Jesus Christ in Christianity? What is the role and importance of the Prophet Muhammad in Islam? Essentially the lecture will look at how Islam views Jesus Christ and how Christianity views the Prophet Muhammad. The public lecture will be held from 11am to 1pm in the Wal Fife Theatre at CSU in Wagga Wagga.
Media Note: The lecture, Prophets and Prophethood in Christianity and Islam will be held in the Wal Fife Theatre, building 14, near car park 4, CSU in Wagga Wagga. The Islamic Sciences and Research Academy of Australia, was launched nationally in November, 2009. Read more here. The Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture is part of CSU and interfaith dialogue is one of its priorities.
Print this story Nursing students? final days
12 Oct 2010
Third year Bachelor of Nursing students at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Dubbo celebrated their final day of study today before venturing into their professional career. A BBQ lunch was followed by professional photos of the 15 students. “The group is graduating as registered nurses and the majority will be employed in the local and surrounding areas,” said Academic Advisor, Ms Cathy Maginnis. The students will officially graduate early 2011. “The completion of the course is an accumulation of a lot of hard work. During their time at Charles Sturt University, the students had the opportunity to undertake clinical placements in a variety of health care settings in many different rural locations and cities.”
Media Note: For interviews with Ms Cathy Maginnis from CSU, please contact CSU Media. Print this story Students assist boutique brewery
12 Oct 2010
 Charles Sturt University (CSU) marketing students will test their skills when they pitch marketing strategies to the owners of a newly-established boutique brewery in the Bathurst region on Thursday 14 October. Marketing lecturer at the School of Business at CSU in Bathurst, Mr Andrew Mashman, said three groups of students in the Bachelor of Business (Marketing) and Bachelor of Business (Management) programs will deliver 15 minute presentations to the clients, Mr and Mrs Mick and Deb Hoban of Fish River Valley Brewing (FRVB). “The Hobans aim to create fine ales in the beautiful and historic area of the Fish River Valley upstream and east of Bathurst,” Mr Mashman said. “Freshness and quality of product are the critical aspects for FRVB, so how they achieve this better than their competitors is the biggest challenge. Our students have enjoyed this experience and I look forward to seeing the results of their research and planning when they present their ideas to the Hobans.”
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with marketing lecturer Mr Andrew Mashman.
Print this story Health services for rural Australia
12 Oct 2010
Accessibility and human rights, instead of rigid funding models, should be the priorities when planning health care services for rural and remote Australia says Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) Professor of Rural and Remote Pharmacy Patrick Ball. “A model of health care funding for rural and remote Australia should be developed based on fundamental human rights and access to services rather than ‘bricks and mortar’,” Professor Patrick Ball said. The CSU academic studied two communities in central west NSW between 2006 and 2008 as part of his examination of the provision of health services outside metropolitan Australia. “We have the evidence to show that what is needed by rural and remote areas is more flexibility in allowing individual communities to meet their health needs and more emphasis on access to services rather than what hospital and which health facilities are located where.” Professor Patrick Ball will present a free public lecture on his research from 6pm in Temora on Wednesday 27 October.
Media Note: The lecture, What Health Services Should Rural Australia Have? Will be held in the Temora Town Hall on the corner of Deboos and Loftus Streets in Temora. CSU wine and cheese will be served after the lecture. The lecture is being hosted by CSU and the Temora Shire Council. Professor Patrick Ball has delivered similar public lectures in Deniliquin, Dubbo and Parkes. Print this story Students shine at meat judging
12 Oct 2010
 For the second successive year, Charles Sturt University (CSU) will be well represented at an international meat judging competition in the USA in January next year. Two CSU students were recently selected to part of the five-member Australian team to tour the USA in January during the national college competitions. The selection of Bachelor of Agricultural Science student Ms Jess Loughland and Bachelor of Veterinary Science student Ms Claire Pettessen followed an intensive national training workshop held in Brisbane at the end of September. “Charles Sturt University has a proud record of having two participants in this Australian team annually over the past two years,” Professor of Animal Production Peter Wynn said. “The success of our students augurs well for the future of the animal industries in our region.”
Media Note: The CSU team was coached by veterinary science student Ms Stephanie Bullen and animal science student Ms Jessira Perovich. The CSU team is sponsored by Cargill Beef Australia as well support from Junee Abattoir, Knights Meats and Woolworths. The students are from the School of Agricultural and Wine Sciences and the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences in Wagga Wagga.
Print this story On your bikes
05 Oct 2010
Staff and students at Charles Sturt University (CSU) are gearing up to participate in the national Ride to Work day on Wednesday 13 October. Groups of at five of the University’s campuses will cycle to work. “The Ride to Work program encourages workers to feel good and have fun by commuting to work by bike and experiencing the health, financial and environmental benefits of riding,” cyclist and Manager of CSU Green Mr William Adlong said. “We have not only regular riders who will be taking part, but also staff members who usually drive their cars to work.” CSU has participated in the Ride to Work event for at least five years. A recent follow-up survey for the national Ride to Work program shows 39 percent of first-time commuters are now riding to work at least once per month and 55 percent are riding more often than this time last year.
Media Note: Details of activities at each campus include:
Albury-Wodonga – The Albury Wodonga Ride to Work breakfast will be held at The Gums Café, at CSU’s Thurgoona site commencing at 8.30am. One group of riders will leave the former Library car park of CSU’s Albury City site, departing at 7.45am and travelling alongside the freeway to Thurgoona. Coordinator Lee Elliot can be contacted on 02 6051 9938.
Bathurst – The Bathurst Ride to Work breakfast will be held on the lawn outside the Bathurst Library, commencing at 8.30am. Coordinator David Tallentire can be contacted on 02 6338 4096.
Goulburn – The Goulburn Ride to Work breakfast will be held outside the Principals office, Goulburn Police College at 8.30am with riders from the College and the NSW Police. Coordinator Chris Bushell can be contacted on 02 4824 2511.
Orange – The Orange Ride to Work breakfast will be held at the CSU Bistro at 8.30am. Coordinator Professor Kevin Parton can be contact on 02 6365 5700.
Wagga Wagga – The Wagga Wagga Ride to Work breakfast will be held at the student canteen area at CSU in Wagga Wagga at 8.30 am. Coordinator Ed Maher can be contacted on 02 6933 4080.
Print this story Starting school for Icelandic expert
05 Oct 2010
An academic from Iceland has joined Charles Sturt University (CSU) education experts to develop better ways of listening and responding to children’s views on preparing for and going to school. Dr Johanna Einardottir, an education researcher with the University of Iceland, is particularly interested in the ways teachers get children’s views on starting school, using methods as varied as drawing, interviews, cameras and group discussions. “I have already seen how similar children are globally in regards to what concerns them, such as moving away from family and finding new friends,” she said. However, Dr Einardottir has noted some differences. “In Nordic countries such as Iceland, children go to school when they are aged six or seven years, and most are in pre-school from two-years-old. In Iceland, the government pays 80 per cent of pre-school fees.” Since arriving in Albury two weeks ago, Dr Einardottir has already attended a conference in Adelaide and is currently preparing for a major education conference on Tuesday 12 October on children starting school.
Media Note: Interviews with Icelandic education researcher, Dr Johanna Einardottir, are available at 10.30am on Thursday 7 October at the Murray School of Education, CSU’s Thurgoona site, off Elizabeth Mitchell Drive, Thurgoona.
Print this story Water, drought and climate change
05 Oct 2010
Internationally acclaimed wetland ecologist, Adjunct Professor David Mitchell, from Charles Sturt University (CSU) will deliver a free public lecture from 6pm in Parkes on Tuesday 19 October entitled Water, Drought and Climate Change. He will discuss developments in the management of water in Australian landscapes. “Concern is currently growing within Australia about the possibility of profound changes in climatic conditions and their potential to undermine many of the strategies that have been developed to sustain necessary agricultural production,” Professor Mitchell said. Professor Mitchell is from the CSU School of Environmental Sciences in Albury-Wodonga and is Principal Researcher at the University’s Institute of Land, Water and Society.
Media Note: Adjunct Professor David Mitchell is available for interview. CSU wines and cheeses will be served after the lecture at 6pm on Tuesday 19 October in the Coventry Room of Parkes Shire Council in Bogan Street in Parkes. In 2003, Professor Mitchell became an International Fellow of the Society of Wetland Scientists for ‘a lifetime of contributions to wetland science and management’. In 2004, CSU named wetlands at its Thurgoona site the David Mitchell Wetlands in recognition of his excellence in, and commitment to, his field.
Print this story Former Miss World dines in Orange
05 Oct 2010
A former Miss World, Ms Belinda Green will be the guest speaker at the 2010 Charles Sturt Pharmacy Foundation dinner in Orange on Saturday 16 October. Other festivities during the Charles Sturt University (CSU) Pharmacy Social Weekend include golf at Duntryleague, a tour of CSU in Orange, including a visit to laboratories, and pharmacy lectures. The event is a chance for members of the profession to enjoy a social weekend with local pharmacists, CSU academics and students. Ms Green will speak at the dinner at Racine Restaurant in Orange on the topic of challenges and adventures. Tickets for any of the weekend activities can be purchased through the Charles Sturt Foundation on 02 6338 4834 or send an email.
Media Note: The CSU Pharmacy Foundation weekend events include: Golf at Duntryleague and drinks at The Harrison on Friday 15 October; tour of CSU in Orange and the CSU Pharmacy Foundation dinner at Racine Restaurant on Saturday 16 October. Ms Belinda Green won the 1972 Miss World contest representing Australia at the age of 20.
Print this story World?s best botanic gardens come to Orange
05 Oct 2010
Garden lovers in Orange will be treated to a fascinating talk on the world’s best botanic gardens by one of Australia’s most celebrated botanists, Dr Tim Entwisle. A guest of the Central West Branch of the Royal Society of NSW, Dr Entwisle will visit Orange on Friday 15 October for a public lecture hosted by Charles Sturt University (CSU). As Executive Director of the Sydney Botanic Gardens Trust, NSW Government Botanist and Adjunct Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Sydney, Dr Tim Entwisle is a regular guest on ABC Radio. “To Dr Entwisle, botanic gardens are all about ‘planting ideas’ - interpreting and studying plants from around the world to understand, appreciate and celebrate the importance of plants to life,” Head of Campus at CSU in Orange, Professor Kevin Parton said.
Media Note: Head of Campus at CSU in Orange Professor Kevin Parton is also the Chairman of the Central West Branch of the Royal Society of NSW. The public lecture, The World’s best botanic gardens will be held at the West Room, Orange Regional Art Gallery at 6pm on Friday 15 October. CSU wines and cheeses will be served at the lecture. To attend the lecture, please contact Mrs Kerry Madden from CSU on 02 6365 7500 or send an email. Admission is $3 for Royal Society members, $5 for non members.
Print this story O'Kane wins gold in Perth
28 Sep 2010
Final year physiotherapy student at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Albury-Wodonga, Ms Ellie O’Kane, has streaked away to comfortably win the 10 000 metre event on the athletics track at the Australian University Games currently underway in Perth. CSU student support officer, Mr Nick Granger, said Ms O’Kane finished nearly a lap ahead of her nearest rival, and “is really looking forward to repeating her winning performance in the 5 000 metre race on Thursday 30 September. She would love to win the long-distance double, but expects stiffer.” Over 40 CSU students are participating in the annual event, which draws competitors from 41 universities across Australia.
Media Note: To speak to Ms O’Kane in Perth, contact CSU Media. Print quality photos are available from CSU Media. Print this story New prize for a Macquarie Valley CSU student
28 Sep 2010
 re-sized.jpg) The Macquarie Matrons have joined with Charles Sturt University (CSU) Dubbo Campus to offer an annual prize through the Charles Sturt Foundation for a female student from the local area to study at CSU in Dubbo. The $1 500 prize will be open to new and continuing female students from the Macquarie Valley, who can use the money for textbooks, travel and living expenses while studying. The Macquarie Matrons hope that their commitment will help make the dream of attending university more of a reality for one local student each year. “The Charles Sturt Foundation is always grateful to organisations willing to provide support to our students,” said Dr Beverley Moriarty, the Head of Campus at CSU in Dubbo. “I applaud the Macquarie Matrons for their generosity and eagerness to give back to the towns they live in by creating this prize for a local student.”
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews.
The Macquarie Matrons Prize is open to female students in any course in any year at CSU in Dubbo who can meet the Charles Sturt Foundation selection criteria, including that the student has resided within the Macquarie Valley area, including Narromine, Trangie, Warren and Tottenham, for at least 12 months. The student must also be able to demonstrate a sound commitment to their town through involvement in community and sporting groups. Interested applicants should complete the Charles Sturt Foundation Scholarship Application Form, available here through the CSU website, and include copies of relevant supporting documents.
Print this story Clever CSU croppers
28 Sep 2010
 Charles Sturt University (CSU) reinforced its place as the leading agricultural university in Australia when 10 students from CSU won the University Teams Award in the second Australian University Crops competition recently held in Temora, NSW. Guided by Dr Sergio Moroni and PhD student Mr Jeff McCormick from the School of Agricultural and Wine Sciences in Wagga Wagga, competitors were tested on crop seed identification, business strategy, weed identification and soil analysis. Five CSU students were placed in the top 10 of 41 competitors from six universities. The top placed CSU student was Mr Andrew Gillet, who was second, while Mr Dwayne Schubert was fifth, Mr James Kanaley (sixth), Mr Victor Clifton (seventh), and Mr James Whitley (ninth).
Media Note: For interviews or further information contact student Mr Andrew Gillet on mobile 0429 660 584 or send an email. Print this story Health students assist Tour de Timor
28 Sep 2010
 A team of seven physiotherapy, nursing and paramedic students from Charles Sturt University (CSU) repeated last year’s medical assistance to mountain bike riders in the Tour de Timor race around Timor Leste. CSU physiotherapy lecturer Mr Tim Retchford led the students in their provision of medical support for the mountainous race. “Last year we treated up to 60 patients a day for everything from knee and back strains to dislocations, abrasions and fractures,” Mr Retchford said. “We dine with the competitors each morning, travel ahead of them to the finish to set up our mobile clinic, and help ‘patch them up’ at the end of the day so the riders can get back into the race the next day. Our students gain invaluable professional experience treating injured athletes as well as witnessing this amazing country and bicycle race. It is a fantastic experience.” The 410 kilometre Tour de Timor started in the capital Dili on Monday 13 September and finished back in Dili on Friday 17 September.
Media Note: The trip was supported by CSU Global, the University’s program to increase the number of students undertaking international experiences as part of their studies. CSU physiotherapy lecturer Mr Tim Retchford from the School of Community Health at CSU in Albury-Wodonga and CSU students are available for interviews.
Print this story Further falcon research needs donations
28 Sep 2010
 Research into the behaviour of the world’s fastest bird cannot continue without state-of-the-art equipment, according to researchers at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Orange, which has gained intimate access to the Peregrine Falcon. “The Peregrine Falcon is one of the world’s most iconic species and we believe our research will provide the closest 24 hour surveillance of this creature available anywhere on the globe,” says CSU’s Dr Cilla Kinross. A family of Peregrine Falcons is enjoying its third year of nesting in a specially-built box placed in the University’s water tower and, with the dedication of Dr Kinross and information technology specialist Mr Scott Banks, concealed camera equipment has been set up next to the bird’s nest. “We can view the birds’ behaviour, but we need more sophisticated equipment, including recording software, if we are to take the next step in our research,” Dr Kinross said. “We can gather fundamental information on these creatures that will be internationally regarded, but we need the right tools to do it.” Better equipment will also enable the public to watch the birds on the Internet.
Media Note: For interviews contact CSU Media. To follow this year’s breeding progress, click here. To help CSU raise funds for the upgrade of equipment, please send your donation by cheque to Charles Sturt University – Peregrine Fund, Charles Sturt University, PO Box 883, Orange NSW. Print this story Students explore ecotourism in Timor Leste
28 Sep 2010
 A two week visit to Timor Leste has brought together practice and theory in a unique cultural experience for eight students in the final year of their ecotourism degree at Charles Sturt University (CSU). The students, led by Dr Rik Thwaites from the School of Environmental Sciences at CSU in Albury-Wodonga, investigated the daily challenges faced by tourism planners, managers, operators and small Timorese communities in tourism enterprises. “Visiting a developing country and seeing the everyday activities undertaken by local people and how they lived their lives was an indescribable experience. The land, sea and local people are beautiful - so friendly, polite and welcoming,” said CSU ecotourism student, Mr Martin Hill. Fellow student, Ms Kimberley Kliska, said, “I connected with local people and learned about their culture while participating in fun and educative experiences such as traditional cooking classes and home-stays, as well as trekking and snorkelling in places of astounding beauty. We studied ecotourism through direct experience and learned how it’s applied to a developing country while having an unforgettable experience with beautiful people in an amazing place.”
Media Note: The trip was supported by CSU Global. For interviews with Dr Thwaites and the students, contact CSU Media.
Print this story Somerville Lecture tickets on sale
28 Sep 2010
Tickets are on sale for the annual Somerville Lecture to be delivered this year by leading Australian scientist Professor Michael Archer, AM, in Bathurst on Tuesday 26 October. Lecture organiser Dr Peter Wilson, from the School of Teacher Education at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst, said the lecture, titled ‘The extraordinary nature of the Australian fossil record in a global context’, is an opportunity to hear one of Australia’s leading scientists. “Professor Archer is an author, teacher, researcher and a leading authority on the Australian fossil record. He is also a friend of Professor Warren Somerville, who the lecture honours for the world-class fossil and mineral collection now housed at the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum in Howick St in Bathurst.” Tickets can be purchased from the lecture venue, the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, William St, Bathurst, or by phone on (02) 6333 6161. CSU is a major sponsor of the Somerville Collection and the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Dr Peter Wilson. Lecture with light supper – adults $60, concession $50; lecture only – adult $30, high school students $15. Proceeds will support the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum. Phone (02) 6331 5511 for more information. Print this story Kids Day Out at CSU in Bathurst
22 Sep 2010
The organisers of this year’s Village Fair at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst are staging Kids Day Out for families with small children on Saturday morning 25 September. “Kids Day Out is a free event held on the Charles Sturt University rugby oval for small children and their families on the morning of the Village Fair,” said Ms Alex Leis, a CSU Student Support Officer. “This year we have a baby animal farm, a fire truck and ambulance on display, plus jumping castles, stalls, face painting and the opportunity to meet Dora the Explorer and her cousin Diego.” The jumping castles and face painting are a gold coin donation, with all proceeds from the day, and a donation from the Village Fair committee, going to the Bathurst branch of Riding for the Disabled. The event runs from 10am to 1pm.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews. Print this story Water and changing climate seminar focus
21 Sep 2010
National and international water experts have discussed emerging issues and policies for sustainable management of water resources and food security at a seminar at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Wagga Wagga today, Tuesday 21 September. The International Centre of Water for Food Security (IC Water) at CSU hosted the seminar which investigated the future of water resources in Australia and across the world. As part of the Centre’s monthly seminar series, Associate Professor Joachim Ribbe, the head of the Department of Biological and Physical Sciences at the University of Southern Queensland, spoke at the seminar, titled Rainfall in a Variable and Changing Climate, to encourage discussion about water management. Representatives from IC Water, CSU, and irrigation companies attended the seminar.
Media Note: For interviews contact CSU Media. Print this story Honouring the role of Teachers' College
21 Sep 2010
 The significant and historic role that the Wagga Wagga Teachers’ College played in the development of Charles Sturt University (CSU) will be honoured with a special naming ceremony in the city on Wednesday 22 September. A new student residential block at CSU will be named in honour of the College and the ongoing role played by the Wagga Wagga Teachers’ Alumni Association through the Charles Sturt Foundation. The student residence will be named ‘The WATAL’, an acronym for Wagga Alumni Teachers’ Association Lodge, by the University’s Chancellor, Mr Lawrie Willett, AO, at a ceremony from 2.30pm at building 381, near car park 19, CSU in Wagga Wagga. Ten representatives of the Wagga Wagga Teachers’ Alumni Association will be joined by members of the University’s governing body, the CSU Council. The Wagga Wagga Teachers’ College educated men and women from 1947 to 1972 when it was replaced by the Riverina College of Advanced Education.
Media Note: The Wagga Wagga Teachers’ Alumni Association members due to attend the naming ceremony at CSU in Wagga Wagga on Wednesday 22 September include Mr Graeme Wilson (Vice-President); Mr Lindsay Budd; Mr Lew Morrell; Mrs Pat Morrell; Mr Nigel Tanner; Mrs Dorothy Tanner; Mr Malcolm Hanratty; Mrs Maureen Hanratty; Mr Roger Clements; and Mrs June Clements. Read more about CSU Alumni here. Print this story
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