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Radio award nominations
18 Aug 2009
 A tutor and a student at Charles Sturt University (CSU) at Bathurst have been nominated for awards at the annual 2009 Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRA). Ms Janeen Hosemans, a tutor in commercial radio and advertising in the School of Communication at CSU has been nominated in two categories; Best Talk Presenter and Best On-air Team. Ms Hosemans hosted the popular Morning Wireless Program on local Bathurst radio station 2BS. She co-hosted the weekly ‘Fishy Friday’ segment with Mr Peter Harrison. “This is the toughest category of the awards and the other nominees are all men in state capitals,” said Ms Hosemans. Mr Charles Croucher, a student in his final semester of the four-year Bachelor of Sports Studies/Bachelor of Communications (Journalism), offered through the Schools of Human Movement Studies and Communication, also works at 2BS and B Rock FM at Bathurst. He has been nominated for Best News Presenter.
Media Note: The annual Australian Commercial Radio Awards night will be held on Saturday 10 October at the Bayside Grand Hall at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour in Sydney.
Print this story NASA astronaut lands in Albury
18 Aug 2009
 As part of National Science Week being celebrated at Charles Sturt University (CSU), NASA astronaut Ms Megan McArthur from USA will give a series of lectures on her unusual workplace: space. Ms McArthur’s latest activity was on the shuttle mission to the repair the Hubble space telescope in May this year. “The telescope is a large, space-based observatory which has revolutionised astronomy by providing unprecedented deep and clear views of the Universe, ranging from our own solar system to extremely remote fledgling galaxies,” said Border Stargaze co-ordinator Mr David Chandler. “The May mission completed by Ms McArthur and the team extends the telescope’s operational life an extra four years, allowing even more spectacular images to be recorded. Ms McArthur was responsible for the fragile operation of the robotic arm to capture the Hubble Space Telescope and then release it again once the repairs were complete.” The lectures will be co-hosted by the Astronomical Society of Albury Wodonga and CSU on Wednesday 19 August in the University’s Nowik Auditorium, Guinea St, Albury.
Media Note: For interview with NASA astronaut Ms Megan McArthur, contact Border Stargaze president, Mr David Thurley on mobile 0418 690 142.
Print this story Challenging AIF?s larrikin image
11 Aug 2009
.jpg) The popular image of the soldiers of the first Australian Imperial Forces (AIF) during World War I is of high-spirited larrikins. This will be challenged by historian Dr Peter Stanley when he delivers the third Theo Barker Memorial Lecture at Charles Sturt University (CSU) at Bathurst on Friday 14 August. Dr Stanley, who is Director of the Centre for Historical Research at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra, says memoirs, battalion histories and biographies are full of stories that reinforce the idea that Australian citizen soldiers in World War I behaved like naughty boys, and that their antics were harmless or benign. “But there was a dark side to the AIF's wrong-doers,” he says. “Though little acknowledged, the AIF included many men who contravened military law. They stole, answered back, refused to obey orders, got drunk, wounded themselves to get out of the war, and went absent or deserted, and in huge numbers,” said Dr Stanley.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Dr Peter Stanley from the National Museum of Australia. Dr Stanley is the author of over 20 books, mainly on Australian and British military social history. The third Theo Barker Memorial Lecture is free and is jointly presented by CSU and the Bathurst District Historical Society. It will be held from 6pm on Friday 14 August in the main Lecture Theatre, building S15 at CSU at Bathurst. The lecture is held in honour of Mr Barker, a history lecturer at one of CSU’s predecessor institutions, the Mitchell College of Advanced Education. He wrote a history of the Bathurst campus and a two volume history of Bathurst.
Print this story HSC study on trial
11 Aug 2009
Does cramming really help students prepare for the HSC? With many starting their HSC trial exams today, students are discovering what study methods work best for them. Charles Sturt University (CSU) lecturer Dr Deb Clarke believes a well prepared study plan is a great start to study and suggests a visit to NSW HSC online for inspiration. “NSW HSC online explicitly follows the syllabus content and has a range of activities for students to complete that can be used to refine and rehearse their knowledge of HSC content,” said Dr Clarke. With so many resources now available online, Dr Clarke advises students to find government-supported sites that provide accurate material. For more information on NSW HSC online visit here.
Media Note: Dr Deb Clarke is a senior lecturer with the School of Human Movement Studies at CSU at Bathurst. For interviews contact CSU Media. NSW HSC online was hosted by CSU in 2007 in collaboration with the NSW Department of Education and Training.
Print this story Making students MaD
11 Aug 2009
Charles Sturt University (CSU) is giving young people the opportunity to have an input into the challenging issues such as homelessness, teen suicide, drugs, poverty and crime. The Making a Difference (MaD) competition is now open and submissions close on Monday 5 October. “By writing a story, poem or script that addresses any issue of social justice, entrants are in the running to receive one of four $250 cash prizes,” explains CSU coordinator Mr Bill Anscombe. “In addition, Charles Sturt University will donate $250 to the charity of the winners’ choice.” The School of Humanities and Social Sciences’ Social Justice Innovation Award is eligible to anyone aged between 15 and 21 and are in Years 10, 11 and 12 at high school or studying at TAFE. Judging will take place in October, with the winners announced early November.
Media Note: Mr Bill Anscombe is a senior lecturer in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at CSU at Wagga Wagga. More information, including a full list of competition conditions, is available here. For interviews contact CSU Media
Print this story The pulse of Asia
11 Aug 2009
International trends for grains, oilseeds and pulses will be discussed at the annual Asia Today Forum 2009 on Thursday 13 August in Parkes. Following the successful forums on beef in 2007 and lamb in 2008, the Asia Today Forum 2009 will focus on cereals, oilseeds and pulses and their outlook for Asian markets. “While the focus of the forum will be on Asia, it will also broaden the view towards the relevant underlying developments and driving forces of today's agricultural and grain markets,” says Director of the Asian Agribusiness Research Centre at CSU, Dr Claus Deblitz. Speakers will include Professor John Chudleigh from Analysing Agriculture and representatives from Emerald Group, the Bread Research Institute, Buckwheat Enterprises, Lachlan Commodities and MSM Milling - Manildra.
Media Note: The forum is free and will be held from 9am to 4pm on Thursday 13 August in the Parkes Services Club, Parkes in NSW. Read more about Asia Today Forum 2009 here. The forum is jointly organised by the Asian Agribusiness Research Centre at CSU and Regional Development Australia Central West. The event is supported by NSW Farmers Association, Central West Farming Systems and Conservation Agriculture and No-Till Farmers Association Australia. The Asian Agribusiness Research Centre at CSU provides research and consultancy services related to trends and developments in the Asian agribusiness sector.
Print this story Preparing pharmacists for regional Australia
11 Aug 2009
 Reflecting Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) continued support for students who wish to study and gain their professional qualifications in regional Australia, a new application process for entry into the Bachelor of Pharmacy degree will commence in 2010. In addition to lodging an application with the University Admissions Centre (UAC) by Wednesday 30 September 2009, a ‘Supplementary Application Form’ and interview process has been introduced. These changes will allow applicants to demonstrate an interest in, and commitment to, rural Australia, a career in pharmacy and the overall health of the rural population. “By showing an understanding of the unique issues that confront pharmacists and other health workers in rural and remote Australia, Charles Sturt University is ensuring students are prepared for an education and possibly a career in regional Australia,” said Head of the School of Biomedical Sciences, Associate Professor Lyndall Angel.
Media Note: Further information is available here or telephone 1800 334 733. For media interviews contact CSU Media. The Bachelor of Pharmacy course was the first pharmacy degree in Australia to be offered outside a metropolitan area. It is run through the School of Biomedical Sciences at CSU at Orange and Wagga Wagga.
Print this story Student energised by international travels
11 Aug 2009
 Primary teacher student Ms Emma Wagner returned from the United Kingdom to Charles Sturt University (CSU) at Bathurst in July to complete her studies after her fortnight long fully paid overseas trip. Ms Wagner from Sydney was one of 20 Australian and New Zealand students to win a place in the inaugural myOE University Tour, organised by the company My Overseas Experience. “There was a great mix of planned and unplanned moments as we travelled in a Kombi from London to Newcastle, Edinburgh, Manchester, Bath, Brighton and many other destinations in between,” said Ms Wagner. “We toured old buildings, castles, art galleries, museums, churches and other sights all on foot and sometimes even on bikes. Summing up my trip as ‘amazing’ doesn’t even come close to describing how wonderful the trip was. As a soon-to-be teacher, travelling gives you knowledge and skills that you can’t just read about and learn from a text book. I would recommend starting these travel experiences now to all students.” Ms Wagner also travelled to South Korea in 2008 through CSU Global.
Media Note: Read more about CSU student Ms Emma Wagner’s UK trip here. Print this story Scholarships fund practical skills for vet students
11 Aug 2009
 Vital financial support of almost $30 000 has been awarded to veterinary science students at Charles Sturt University (CSU) at Wagga Wagga. The 2009 Professional Experience Scholarships and Prizes were presented on Tuesday 4 August to help the students while they attend their practical work placements across Australia. The awards included fifth year students who are about to embark on the third phase of the veterinary science program, which involves ten clinical rotations over the next 12 months. “The scholarships to assist the students with their field experience come at an exciting time for the first intake of students into the veterinary science program,” said Head of the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Professor Kym Abbott. “The students have been very well prepared for the final phase of their training but now need to apply their full focus to this final development of their clinical skills before they graduate next year. The financial support from donors will help them at this critical stage of their studies.”
Media Note: Further information about the inaugural Professional Experience Scholarships in 2008 can be found here. The scholarships were generously funded by the Moruya Veterinary Hospital, the Rotary Club of Wagga Wagga, Pfizer Animal Health, the Piper Street Veterinary Clinic at Tamworth and WP and AG Holmesby, Coopers Animal Health and many donors to the CSU Foundation.
Print this story Bathurst premiere of 'The No Chance in Hell Hotel'
11 Aug 2009
.jpg) An acclaimed play starring Ms Kate Smith, a tutor and PhD student at the Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) School of Communication, will have its new season premiere in Bathurst on Wednesday 12 August before touring regional NSW during August. Ms Smith, who co-wrote the play with co-star Mr Drew Fairley, says The No Chance in Hell Hotel is a nail-biting comedy thriller set in the back streets of Kings Cross in Sydney. “The No Chance in Hell Hotel is a fast-paced two-hander and full of laughs,” said Ms Smith. “It’s been enthusiastically received by audiences elsewhere and we’re really looking forward to bringing entertaining live theatre to regional communities across NSW.” This production is organised and supported by Critical Stages, which is dedicated to touring high-quality independent theatre in Australia.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews. The No Chance in Hell Hotel starts at 8pm Wednesday 12 August at the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre in William Street, Bathurst. Tickets are available from the Entertainment Centre on 02 6333 6161. Further information about The No Chance in Hell Hotel is available here. Print this story South Koreans receive visit from home
11 Aug 2009
 Three academics from Dongguk University in South Korea will be in Albury today, Tuesday 11 August, to check on the progress of seven students who started their business degrees at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in July. The visitors will tour the environmentally sustainable campus and residences at the University before meeting with CSU staff and students to discuss how the students are integrating into their studies and their new lives on the Border. The Associate Dean of Administration with the CSU Faculty of Business, Associate Professor John Atkinson, said the visit was important for developing further educational opportunities with South Korean partners at CSU, as well as looking after the welfare of the new students. Professor Atkinson is due to fly to South Korea next week for a return visit.
Media Note: For interviews with Associate Professor John Atkinson, contact CSU Media. Print this story Treading the boards for literary pub crawl
06 Aug 2009
 The 'Write Around the Murray' Writers Festival that begins in Albury this week will include a large presence from Charles Sturt University (CSU) in one of the Festival’s most popular community events. Ms Jenni Munday from the University’s Murray School of Education based in Albury is coordinating two Literary Pub Crawls through Albury, while several colleagues will present local and Australian writing to an audience moving between indoor and outdoor locations around central Albury. Mr John Rafferty, a lecturer in science education, will present some wry and witty poetry to perform at the ‘pub location’ in this year’s event. Finalists in the Rotary Poetry competition will also present their works. "It's wonderful to have young poets reading their own work - it gives their work more of an airing", says local writer, Dotty Simmons, whose writing is also featured in two stages of the walk. The first of the two 'pub crawls' will start at 6pm on Thursday 6 August, leaving from the Albury Library Museum in Kiewa St. The second ‘crawl’ will leave from the Zed Bar in Dean Street at 6pm on Sunday 9 August. Prospective audience members are asked to arrive early.
Media Note: For interviews with Ms Jenni Munday, contact CSU Media. Print this story Conservation on the market
06 Aug 2009
 The emerging market of conservation real estate will be in focus at a free public lecture at Charles Sturt University (CSU) at Orange next week. Local residents are encouraged to attend the lecture where Nature Conservation Trust of NSW chief executive officer Mr Rob Dunn will explain the work of the Trust, outline how it is helping to protect private properties with high conservation values, and examine the emerging market of conservation real estate. The Nature Conservation Trust is a non-profit organisation that aims to protect rare plants and animals on private land. Many of the state’s unique plant and animal species survive outside National Parks on unprotected private land. However, many of these sites are under increasing threat from factors such as climate change, drought and general neglect. The properties protected by the Trust include small lifestyle blocks, major wilderness properties and large agricultural properties in the Riverina and Central West.
Media Note: The lecture will be held in the CSU Orange campus Conference Room on Wednesday 12 August, beginning at 6pm. CSU wines and cheeses will be served following the lecture. All are welcome to attend. For catering purposes, please RSVP to Ms Kerry Madden on email kmadden@csu.edu.au or by phone 6365 7500. Print this story Photo exhibition at CSU at Dubbo
06 Aug 2009
.jpg) Charles Sturt University (CSU) at Dubbo is hosting the twenty-second annual Western Districts National Exhibition of Photography during the month of August. Coordinator of the competition and exhibition, Ms Lorna White from Dubbo said, “This event grows in quantity and quality of entries every year, with entries from most states in Australia. We’re delighted it is again displayed at Charles Sturt University, and visitors to the exhibition will be impressed by the range of subjects and approaches taken by individual photographers.” The exhibition received 292 film print entries from which 100 prints from 33 entrants were selected for display in five sections - Open Colour, Open Monochrome, People, Nature and Photo Journalism. There is also a digital images category which received 964 submissions from which 293 images were selected from 96 entrants in the sections Open, Nature, People, Photo Journalism and Photo Travel. The exhibition opened at the Interactive Learning Centre at CSU on Monday 3 August and ends on 28 August.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews. The twenty-second annual Western Districts National Exhibition of Photography is open to the public and is easily accessed through the CSU main entrance between 9am to 7pm Monday to Thursday, and on Friday from 9am to 5pm. Print this story Drawing makes writing easier
05 Aug 2009
 Kindergarten students and teachers in Albury are hoping to revitalise the old saying ‘a picture can lead to a thousand words’ as part of a literacy research project being run by Charles Sturt University (CSU). Literacy researcher Dr Noella Mackenzie is working with ten teachers and 60 students to explore how children’s love of drawing can be used to support them as they learn to write. “Starting school provides many challenges for children, including learning to write. Writing is the most artificial and difficult of all language activities, because it demands skills from children which differ markedly from talking, reading and listening,” says Dr Mackenzie. “Teachers can make this process easier for children if they use a child’s existing strengths. Children’s drawings allow them to explore their ideas in drawing and talking before moving into the abstract process of writing.” Dr Mackenzie will explore these ideas with local teachers on Thursday 6 August, from 1.30 to 3pm at the Murray School of Education, CSU Thurgoona site. She recently presented early results of her research at a national literacy conference in Hobart, Tasmania.
Media Note: For interviews with Dr Noella Mackenzie, contact CSU Media. Print this story Science@CSU
04 Aug 2009
 The Dean of the Faculty of Science at Charles Sturt University (CSU), Professor Nick Klomp, a notable science media personality, will present entertaining public talks about science at the University’s various campuses during August. Members of the community, government and industry representatives, and future students are invited to attend to learn about initiatives currently planned or being implemented in various science disciplines at CSU, such as:
Presentations, which will be open to the public, will be held between 4pm and 5pm, followed by refreshments.
Media Note: For interviews with Professor Nick Klomp, contact CSU Media. The talks will be held on these dates and locations:
Albury-Wodonga Campus: Thursday 6 August, the CD Blake Auditorium, off Elizabeth Mitchell Drive, Thurgoona site;
Wagga Wagga Campus: Monday 10 August, National Wine and Grape Industry Centre, Building 412, Wagga Wagga Campus;
Bathurst Campus: Wednesday 12 August, Foundation Rooms 1 and 2, Centre for Professional Development, Bathurst Campus;
Orange Campus: Thursday 13 August, Templers Mill Bar, Orange Campus; and,
Dubbo Campus: Thursday 27 August, Lecture Theatre, Building 442, Dubbo Campus.
Print this story Ambassador of Ireland to inspect CSU's horses
04 Aug 2009
 Ties between Charles Sturt University (CSU) and the Connemara Pony’s homeland are set to strengthen when the Ambassador of Ireland, His Excellency Máirtín O'Fainín, visits Wagga Wagga on Friday 7 August to tour the University’s horse breeding and teaching facilities. Also attending is Mr John Dawkins, former federal Treasurer and President of The Connemara Breeder’s Society of Australia, which is collaborating with CSU in a program to improve the breed. CSU is the only university undertaking a program involving the Irish native Connemara Pony. Veterinary science, animal science and equine students learn to handle, train and manage horses as part of their courses, and the Connemara Pony, which is smaller and not as intimidating as larger horses, has proven ideal. “The visit by the Ambassador is a wonderful opportunity to explain our program and to forge a closer relationship with the government of Ireland,” said Head of the School of Veterinary Science at CSU, Professor Kym Abbott. CSU’s Equine Centre is currently leasing four mares and one stallion and the School plans to continue working with The Connemara Breeder’s Society for the benefit of both the students and the breed.
Media Note: To arrange interviews contact Peita Vincent on 02 6933 4447. The CSU Vice Chancellor and President, Professor Ian Goulter; Chancellor, Mr Laurie Willett, AO, and Head of the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Professor Kym Abbott, will officially welcome the Ambassador of Ireland and members of The Connemara Breeder’s Society of Australia to the University from 11.30am. Following lunch, the Irish Ambassador will tour the university’s veterinary science facilities from 1 - 2pm. CSU’s Equine Centre and Veterinary Clinical Centre facilities and expertise will be instrumental in expanding the genetic base of the Connemara Pony in Australia by facilitating the importation of horses and genetic material, to the advantage of the Breed Societies of both Australia and Ireland. Print quality photos will be available after the visit. Print this story Research into impact of hormonal therapy for prostate cancer
04 Aug 2009
 Researchers at Charles Sturt University (CSU) are seeking participants aged 50 years or more for a study of the long-term side-effects of hormonal therapy on musculoskeletal structure and function in prostate cancer patients. Dr Jack Cannon, lecturer and researcher at the CSU School of Human Movement Studies at Bathurst, says, “Men who have received hormonal therapy for the treatment of prostate cancer are at significant long-term risk of osteoporosis, frailty, falling, and reduced functional ability. The results of this study of muscle strength, body composition, and bone mineral density will help to determine the long-term side-effects of hormonal therapy on musculoskeletal structure and function in such patients. This will assist in the development of interventions aimed to minimise long-term musculoskeletal risks and reduce secondary health conditions in these individuals. Testing will require only a single visit to our laboratory for about an hour, and anyone from the wider Central West region who has been treated for prostate cancer is invited to participate,” Dr Cannon said.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Dr Jack Cannon who is course coordinator for the Bachelor of Exercise Science. Eligible participants must be aged 50 years or older, diagnosed with prostate cancer, received hormonal therapy, and be metastases free. Interested participants should contact research supervisor Dr Cannon on 02 6338 4334 or jcannon@csu.edu.au, Print this story CSU gives bad teeth the boot
03 Aug 2009
During Dental Health Week, Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) School of Dentistry and Health Sciences are encouraging parents and teachers to enrol children in the Australian Dental Association’s (ADA) Seven Day Dental Bootcamp. “The program will give children the knowledge they need to look after their teeth and understand what foods are good for them and what they should limit,” says senior lecturer Dr Sabrina Manickam. The ADA website offers information for parents, teachers and children on keeping teeth healthy. “In 2010, the CSU Dental Clinic will be open to the public and we’ll be able to contribute to improving patient access in the Central West,” Dr Manickam says. “We hope to help take the pressure off waiting lists at the region’s dental clinics while helping them continue their efforts, so all school age children have immediate access to dental care.”
Media Note: Dr Sabrina Manickam and other dental academic staff will be visiting Spring Hill Public School on Monday 3 August at 11.30am to give students a demonstration on how they can keep their teeth healthy. Media are invited to attend.
Dental Health Week runs from 3 to 9 August. Click here for more information on the ADA Seven Day Dental Bootcamp.
Print this story Tree planting at CSU Wagga Wagga
30 Jul 2009
 Students and staff at Charles Sturt University (CSU) at Wagga Wagga will come together to plant trees on the University campus starting at 10am on Friday 31 July as a contribution to National Tree Day. The planting will be in the James Hagan Court northern garden area. Grounds Supervisor in the Division of Facilities Management at CSU, Mr Simon Cole, said “Charles Sturt University plants hundreds of trees every year on its campuses, and thousands over the years, but we thought it was important to contribute to this annual national event. We will be planting 100 mixed native trees with water storage granules to help them along, and the ground is already prepared to make it quicker and easier on the day. The planting is also a step towards meeting the University’s targets for biodiversity and carbon reduction as specified in its Institutional Development Plan 2007-2011.” The annual National Tree Day is Australia’s biggest community tree planting event and has seen approximately 13 million native trees and shrubs planted since the event was launched in 1996.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Mr Simon Cole. National Tree Planting Day is Sunday 2 August. Print this story
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