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Death and the Motorway
29 Jul 2008
 In his first full-length collection of poetry, Charles Sturt University (CSU) lecturer Mr David Gilbey has drawn on his international travel in 2006 for inspiration. Death and the Motorway will be launched in Wagga Wagga this Thursday 31 July at the Wagga Wagga City Library by local arts commentator Mr Fred Goldsworthy. Mr Gilbey is a senior lecturer in literature and creative writing in the CSU School of Humanities and Social Sciences in Wagga Wagga. He is President of the Booranga Writers’ Centre on CSU’s Wagga Wagga Campus and has edited the group’s annual anthology of poetry and prose, fourW. Published by IP Press, Death and the Motorway was completed after Mr Gilbey travelled to the United States, United Kingdom, France, Japan and China on study leave in 2006. Author and poet Ms Kate Llewellyn has described the CSU academic as “a poet of the people, never pretentious or obscure. He has a clear voice which goes straight to the heart of the matter.”
Media Note: CSU lecturer and poet Mr David Gilbey is available for interview on 0409 894 973. Photos are available from CSU Media. The launch will be held at 5.30pm Thursday 31 July in the Wagga Wagga City Library, Civic Centre, Baylis St, Wagga Wagga. Print this story Student accommodation work underway
24 Jul 2008
Construction has commenced on vital new student accommodation facilities on the Charles Sturt University (CSU) Wagga Wagga Campus. The work, being undertaken by Joss Construction, will provide 200 new on-campus beds for CSU students at the start of the 2009 academic year. The ten modular concrete and corrugated iron buildings will provide self catering accommodation. The work is part of a large scale project for 600 new on-campus beds across CSU campuses. It will expand the range of student accommodation at the University to about 3 000 beds. “The development will include open plan kitchens and living areas will feature in each block. “The corrugated iron, which is light, strong, adaptable and durable, highlights the heritage of Australian agricultural buildings while shielding the internal concrete walls from the summer heat,” said Executive Director of CSU Division of Student Services, Mr Andrew Callander. “This will enable the buildings to maintain a more constant temperature without the use of expensive air conditioning. Rainwater collected from roofs will be used to flush toilets and for irrigation.”
Media Note: CSU Media will advise on the arrival date of the crane and semi trailers for delivery of the ten pre-fabricated concrete pods.
Print this story Focus on admin
22 Jul 2008
About 230 administrative staff from across Charles Sturt University (CSU) are expected to attend the biennial Admin Focus Conference 2008 which will be held on Bathurst and Wagga Wagga campuses in the coming week. Held for the first time in 2000, the biennial conference provides an opportunity for the University’s administrative support staff to gain new professional skills and updated information. The 2008 conference will be held on the Bathurst Campus on Thursday 24 and Friday 25 July. Admin Focus aims to recognise the significant contribution of administrative staff in office and support positions, and to foster networking and a sense of community among administrative staff across the University. The event will include keynote addresses from senior staff, skills development workshops, and an exhibition of services and projects at the University.
Media Note: Admin Focus Conference 2008 will be held in the Centre for Professional Development, building S17 near car park 5, CSU Bathurst from 9am Thursday 24 to 5pm Friday 25 July. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) Professor Lyn Gorman will deliver the keynote address from 9am on Thursday 24 July. Contact CSU Media to organise an interview. Print this story Red Frogs founder to launch CSU program
22 Jul 2008
As students return to Charles Sturt University (CSU) this week for the start of the second semester, the University welcomes Red Frogs founder Mr Andy Gourley to Wagga Wagga and Bathurst Campuses to discuss his initiative aimed at encouraging a safe alternative at social events. Founded in 1997, Red Frogs now connects university students with more than 1 800 volunteers to assist them through some of the most important years of their lives. Manager of Residential Operations, Mr Peter Bell, said CSU supports a fun yet safe lifestyle for all students and wants to promote responsible alcohol consumption. “Volunteers are the key to the success of Red Frogs. Students will be encouraged to volunteer to participate in the program, which will give them a chance to help fellow students and develop and use leadership skills.” Red Frogs aims to change the atmosphere of an event and promote a sense of looking after your mates by handing out red frogs and ice blocks, cooking pancakes and running coffee crawls to help support students through their studies.
Media Note: Mr Andy Gourley will give a presentation about Red Frogs to CSU students, staff and local high school Student Representative Council members at the CSU Wagga Wagga Campus at 2pm on Wednesday 23 July in the ’Nosh Pit’. Mr Gourley will attend the CSU Bar Night on both campuses after his presentation. Mr Gourley and Manager of Residential Operations, Mr Peter Bell, are available for interview. Contact CSU Media. Print this story Open Day at new veterinary centre
22 Jul 2008
 A fortnight after its official opening, the $9 million Veterinary Clinical Centre at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Wagga Wagga will host an Open Day. The Centre and its experienced clinicians were hailed at the official opening on Wednesday 9 July for their vital role in producing well-rounded professionals committed to inland Australia. The facility, a key part of the CSU veterinary science program, provides modern surgical facilities for large and small animals, diagnostic imaging and reproduction services for horses. The Centre also offers veterinary services to animal owners across the Riverina. It is staffed by experienced veterinary surgeons, an anaesthetist, radiographers and veterinary nurses as well as specialists in large animal reproduction. Fourth year veterinary science students and veterinary nurses will conduct tours of the new facility from 3pm until 5pm on Wednesday 23 July. Those interested in participating in a tour of the Veterinary Clinical Centre should send an email.
Media Note: The Veterinary Clinical Centre is located in Agriculture Avenue, next to the Equine Centre, CSU, Wagga Wagga. Print this story Long service to CSU recognised
22 Jul 2008
 Four staff will be honoured during a lunch in Wagga Wagga on Thursday 24 July for three decades of service to Charles Sturt University (CSU) and its predecessor institution, the Riverina College of Advanced Education (RCAE). Service medals for the thirty years of dedication to CSU will be presented to Mrs Debby Arneill from the Division of Finance, Mrs Kerry Cutting from the School of Commerce, Mr Geoff Gordon from the School of Visual and Performing Arts, and Dr Bruce Graham from the School of Biomedical Sciences. Fifteen CSU staff will also be presented with medals for twenty years with the University. The University Chancellor, Mr Lawrie Willett, AO, will present the medals to staff during a lunch from noon to 2pm at the CSU Convention Centre. The Head of the Wagga Wagga Campus, Professor David Green, will also attend the event.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews. Print this story New student accommodation on target
22 Jul 2008
 A massive crane will be used to lift and position prefabricated concrete 'pods' for innovative new accommodation on Charles Sturt University's (CSU) Albury-Wodonga Campus. Semi-trailers started delivering the pods on Tuesday 22 July and will continue on Wednesday 23 July. Mr Andrew Callander, Executive Director of CSU Division of Student Services, said, “The installation of the concrete pods is a significant first step in providing new and much needed accommodation for our students. Construction is on schedule to date, and, weather permitting, the buildings should be completed in six months.” The pods are formed and cast in concrete with three walls and a roof as one. They are then lifted and locked into place on concrete foundation pads. The process should see two pods installed per hour, with the builders expecting to complete two houses with a central shared kitchen and bathroom in three days. The new accommodation at Thurgoona will house up to 200 students and is expected to be ready for the start of the 2009 academic year. The facility will be connected to the campus’ grey-water recycling system.
Media Note: For interviews about the new student accommodation, contact CSU Media. Media will be able to take pictures on-site, including the installation of the ‘pods’ at 9.30am on Wednesday 23 July. Meet at the Joss site office, corner of Shuter Avenue and Ellis St, Thurgoona, behind the Thurgoona shops. Print this story Red Frogs founder to launch CSU program
22 Jul 2008
As students return to Charles Sturt University (CSU) this week for the start of the second semester, the University welcomes Red Frogs founder Mr Andy Gourley to Wagga Wagga and Bathurst Campuses to discuss his initiative aimed at encouraging a safe alternative at social events. Founded in 1997, Red Frogs now connects university students with more than 1 800 volunteers to assist them through some of the most important years of their lives. Manager of Residential Operations, Mr Peter Bell, said CSU supports a fun yet safe lifestyle for all students and wants to promote responsible alcohol consumption. “Volunteers are the key to the success of Red Frogs. Students will be encouraged to volunteer to participate in the program, which will give them a chance to help fellow students and develop and use leadership skills.” Red Frogs aims to change the atmosphere of an event and promote a sense of looking after your mates by handing out red frogs and ice blocks, cooking pancakes and running coffee crawls to help support students through their studies.
Media Note: Mr Andy Gourley will give a presentation about Red Frogs to CSU students, staff and local high school Student Representative Council members at CSU’s Bathurst Campus on Thursday 24 July at 2pm in Building C4. Mr Gourley will attend the CSU Bar Night after his presentation. Mr Gourley and Manager of Residential Operations, Mr Peter Bell, are available for interview. Contact CSU Media.
Print this story CSU breeds Olympic contender
22 Jul 2008
 Charles Sturt University (CSU) has a long history of producing champions in various fields and it hasn’t lost its touch with the recent inclusion of All Luck, a horse sired by CSU thoroughbred Bao Lack, in Australia’s Olympic three-day event team. “Bao Lack is a 16.2 hands-high thoroughbred with a wonderful temperament,” CSU’s Equine Business Management lecturer Dr Amanda Warren-Smith said. “I’m not surprised he has produced a horse that can compete at Olympic level.” Mr Shane Rose will make his debut at the Beijing Olympic Games riding the 13 year-old horse. Mr Rose and All Luck will feature in three days of fierce competition in three disciplines; dressage, cross-country and show jumping. “We’re thrilled that Bao Luck has sired this Olympic contender,” Dr Warren-Smith said.
Media Note: For interviews contact CSU Media. Print this story Focus on admin
22 Jul 2008
About 230 administrative staff from across Charles Sturt University (CSU) are expected to attend the biennial Admin Focus Conference 2008 which will be held on Bathurst and Wagga Wagga campuses in the coming week. Held for the first time in 2000, the biennial conference provides an opportunity for the University’s administrative support staff to gain new professional skills and updated information. The 2008 conference will be held on the Wagga Wagga Campus on Monday 28 and Tuesday 29 July. Admin Focus aims to recognise the significant contribution of administrative staff in office and support positions, and to foster networking and a sense of community among administrative staff across the University. The event will include keynote addresses from senior staff, skills development workshops, and an exhibition of services and projects at the University.
Media Note: Admin Focus Conference 2008 will be held in the Convention Centre, building 230, CSU Wagga Wagga from 9am Monday 28 to 5pm Tuesday 29 July. Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Professor Anthony Cahalan, will deliver the keynote address from 9am on Monday 28 July. Contact CSU Media to organise an interview. Print this story Academics promote ethical writing
16 Jul 2008
.jpg) Australian academics from a variety of disciplines will meet to discuss ethical engagement in academic writing at a conference at Charles Sturt University's (CSU) Bathurst Campus on Friday 18 July. Dr Sue Saltmarsh from CSU’s Faculty of Education said the one-day invitational conference includes leading scholars whose work addresses key issues to do with ethical academic writing. “In an era of intense competition to attract and retain students in the global knowledge economy, it is vital to recognise the importance of ongoing discussions about scholarly ethics in all aspects of academic writing. The conference will focus discussion on locally relevant issues from international perspectives. We are fortunate to have Dr Tracey Bretag, from the School of Management at the University of South Australia, as a keynote speaker, and we have people travelling to the conference from as far away as Adelaide,” Dr Saltmarsh said.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Dr Sue Saltmarsh. The Ethical Engagements in Academic Writing: Dialogues on Scholarship, Plagiarism & Collaboration conference will be held from 9am to 5pm on Friday 18 July at the James Hardie Room, Centre for Professional Development (Building S17), CSU Bathurst Campus.
Conference keynote speaker Dr Tracey Bretag teaches a range of communication and ethics courses in the School of Management at the University of South Australia. She is the Editor of the International Journal for Educational Integrity, and the Chair of the Asia]Pacific Forum on Educational Integrity. Her research interests include academic integrity, internationalisation of higher education, teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), developing learning communities, new technologies, computer mediated and intercultural communication. Her most recent research has focussed on academics’ self]plagiarism in research publishing.
Print this story Support for CSU vet science program recognised
15 Jul 2008
 There was special mention of Australian veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturer Jurox at the official opening of the Veterinary Clinical Centre at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Wagga Wagga on Wednesday 9 July. Before more than 180 people at the opening, the Head of the CSU School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Professor Kym Abbott, presented Jurox Research and Development Head, Dr Ted Whittem, with a certificate for the company’s early support of veterinary science activities at CSU. Praising the CSU veterinary science program for its “unique” focus on biosecurity, leading equine veterinarian Dr Nigel Nichols said the University “will have a standard of training equal to anywhere in the world”. The former federal Agriculture Minister and Chief Executive Officer of Thoroughbred Breeders Australia, Mr Peter McGauran, said CSU had the “best equipped veterinary school in Australia”. He said training professionals for regional and rural Australia “permeates the DNA of CSU”. The new Veterinary Clinical Centre includes large and small animal operating theatres as well as recovery wards. The theatres are supported by the latest in diagnostic imaging and anaesthetic equipment, and the equine reproduction unit provides an outstanding teaching and clinical resource.
Media Note: The Head of the CSU School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Professor Kym Abbott, is available for comment. Contact CSU Media. Read more about the new Veterinary Clinical Centre here. Print this story Bright minds gather to advance science
15 Jul 2008
 Some of Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) brightest science minds will gather at the Wagga Wagga campus on Thursday 17 July to present their innovative research at the annual Faculty of Science postgraduate seminar day. Of the 200 undertaking Master degrees and PhDs at CSU, 70 will speak before an audience of peers, lecturers and colleagues about the significant research they are undertaking. Convenor and Sub-Dean of Graduate Studies, Professor Patrick Ball, said ”The day encourages students to communicate their research in terms that are easily understood by anyone who does not have an in-depth knowledge of their topic, and it is also an opportunity for students to hear what others are researching. Covering a broad range of areas including irrigation, social impacts, viticulture and advances in animal and plant science, the day is an opportunity for students to present their ‘big ideas’, many of which will contribute to advances in science in Australia,” he said.
Media Note: The Faculty of Science postgraduate seminar day will be held on Thursday 17 July from 9 am to 5.30 pm at the Convention Centre at CSU’s Wagga Wagga Campus. Professor Patrick Ball is available for interview. Contact CSU Media. Print this story New CSU vet science building praised
15 Jul 2008
Media Note: The Head of the CSU School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Professor Kym Abbott, is available for comment. Contact CSU Media. Read more about CSU Veterinary Clinical Centre staff here and here. Print this story CSU scores at uni games
15 Jul 2008
 Seven sports teams comprised of 70 students from Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) Albury-Wodonga, Wagga Wagga and Bathurst campuses have performed well at the East Coast Challenge (ECC) - University Games staged in Sydney from Sunday 6 to Wednesday 9 July. CSU entered men’s and women’s hockey teams, two men’s and a women’s water polo teams, a women’s netball team, and a rugby league seven-a-side team. Mr Nik Granger, a CSU student support officer and the Team Manager, said all the CSU teams performed strongly in the eleven-sport one thousand-competitor Games. “The women’s netball team, made up of Bathurst and Albury-Wodonga students who had never played together before, convincingly beat all opposition to win the ECC championship. The hockey teams continued their dominance of the University Games with the CSU women’s hockey team becoming the ECC champions for the third year in a row, while the men’s team won the bronze medal. .jpg) The men’s number 1 water polo team dominated the competition and was undefeated to win gold, while the men’s number 2 water polo team won the bronze medal. The rugby league ‘sevens’ team of students from Wagga Wagga and Bathurst Campuses won the silver medal. The women’s water polo team was unplaced in their first time in the competition. It is a testament to our students’ attitude to competition against much larger universities that CSU placed fifth overall, and again won the ‘Spirit Award’ as it did at the 2007 Australian University Games,” Mr Granger said.
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Mr Nik Granger. The East Coast Challenge - University Games were hosted by Macquarie University, Sydney. Print this story Student finalists in national meat grading competition
15 Jul 2008
 A team of Charles Sturt University (CSU) animal science and livestock production students has returned from northern NSW confident in the new meat grading skills they gained while training and participating in the 2008 Australian Intercollegiate Meat Judging Competition (IMJC) held in Armidale. Competing against university students from across Australia as well as students from Japan and the United States (US) in July, third year agricultural science student Mr Campbell Ross was selected in a group of ten to undertake a national training program with Meat Livestock Australia in Brisbane in November. Mr Ross, from West Gippsland in Victoria, has a chance to be included in the final Australian team to compete in US competitions later this year. CSU Professor of Animal Production, Peter Wynn, said “it was also very exciting for second year animal science student Ms Tiffany Robertson from Camden, NSW, to be named as one of the fifteen finalists in Armidale, as the competition was dominated by third and fourth year university students.”. The CSU team of fifteen students was among the largest participating from any Australian institution. Training at local abattoirs was conducted by fourth year veterinary science student Mr Richard Saunders who was a member of the Australian IMJC team to tour the USA in 2004.
Media Note: Photos available from CSU Media. Print this story Local meat industry support for CSU students
15 Jul 2008
 Cargill Beef Australia has been praised for its support of the Charles Sturt University (CSU) student team which competed in the 2008 Australian Intercollegiate Meat Judging Competition (IMJC) in Armidale in July. The company provided sponsorship for the team and allowed the CSU students access to its facilities and staff at its abattoir in Wagga Wagga for training. The training in June also included a group of Japanese university students who visited CSU prior to the competition in Armidale. “This IMJC is unique in that it is the only forum in Australia where students from any educational institute have the opportunity to learn the finer points of carcass evaluation from Australia’s experts,” said CSU Professor of Animal Production Peter Wynn. “None of this would have been possible without the sponsorship and unstinting support from Cargill. Junee Abattoir also gave generously of its staff time and facilities for training with lamb carcasses. The support of local companies to enhance the practical skills of CSU students across the spectrum is invaluable,” said Professor Wynn.
Media Note: Read here how CSU students went in the 2008 Australian Intercollegiate Meat Judging Competition. Print this story CSU surfer rips at uni championship
15 Jul 2008
.jpg) Charles Sturt University (CSU) may be the University of Inland Australia but that hasn’t stopped one of its students excelling at the recent Australian University Surfing Championships held at Narrow Neck on Queensland’s Gold Coast from Monday 7 to Wednesday 9 July. Ms Lisa Matuzelis, a ‘natural’ stance surfer (ie left foot forward) from Wollongong who is studying for a Master of Applied Science (Library & Information Management) by distance education, won a gold medal in the women’s body board event and a silver medal in the women’s short board (stand-up) event. The contest was held in excellent conditions with a solid three foot swell and good banks which offered both left and right hand breaks. “The competition was good and very close, and I am happy with my outcome, which was better than I expected,” Ms Matuzelis said. “I have enjoyed studying with CSU, and although at times it can be a little challenging studying by distance education, it does seem to get easier each year. The best part of being a distance education student is that I can still live near the coast and complete a degree from a university that is far from any beach.”
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews. Print this story Bathurst local new CSU Head of Campus
08 Jul 2008
.jpg) Charles Sturt University (CSU) has appointed a new Head of Campus at Bathurst who has strong long-term links with the community and inland NSW through his upbringing, education, work and sport. Mr Col Sharp, who is also Director of the CSU Office of Planning and Audit, said he was honoured by his appointment. “I hope to strengthen the links between CSU and local communities in order to build understanding of CSU’s role in the community and what it has to offer,” Mr Sharp said. “It is important for people to know that CSU is a large and diverse University with campuses in Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Wagga Wagga, Albury-Wodonga, Goulburn and Canberra. Its courses are essential for attracting and developing the professionals who will serve our regions. The University’s distance education courses reach students nationally and internationally, and it conducts research into many issues that are critical to Australia’s future. CSU’s success is fundamental to the current economic strength of its campus cities and surrounding districts, and for their long term future.”
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Mr Col Sharp. Mr Sharp attended Bathurst High School. He then studied for a Bachelor of Education (Secondary Mathematics) at Mitchell College of Advanced Education, a predecessor institution of CSU, and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Industrial Mathematics and Computing) through CSU by distance education. He taught secondary mathematics at Warren Central School and Mount Austin High School, Wagga Wagga, before coming to CSU to lecture in statistics at Bathurst and Wagga Wagga campuses. He played rugby league for Bathurst Railway (under 18s and first grade), hockey for St Pats and Bathurst, and plays squash and touch football. His wife works at CSU, his two children attend local high schools, and he has extended family living in and around Bathurst. Print this story Children and families wanted for sibling research
08 Jul 2008
Media Note: Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Ms Jacqui Barr. Print this story
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The new $9 million Veterinary Clinical Centre at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Wagga Wagga has received a major design award shortly before its opening by the federal Minister for Home Affairs, the Hon. Bob Debus, in July. At the Australian Steel Institute Awards, Merit Architects, Wood & Grieve Engineers, Joss Construction and Southern Centre Engineering were awarded a High Commendation for the striking architectural steel design of the new building. Inside the building is the latest in surgical and medical facilities for large and small animals as well as a reproduction unit. With fourth year veterinary science students the first to benefit from the new facilities, the Centre is under the direction of Associate Professor Bryan Hilbert. He is supported by clinicians experienced in surgery, anaesthesia, radiography and reproduction. At the recent opening, Mr Debus told more than 180 guests that the veterinary science program at CSU is “serving the national purpose”..JPG)
Research at Charles Sturt University (CSU) will explore the everyday experience of primary school-aged siblings of children with additional needs, particularly at school. Ms Jacqui Barr, a primary school teacher and PhD student in CSU’s School of Teacher Education, said her research aims to give an authentic account of these children’s experiences. “I need to speak with families and children in the Bathurst area who have children in Year 3 or above at primary school and are the sibling of a child with additional needs. The study will involve interviewing the sibling, as well as other significant people in their lives, such as parents, the brother or sister with additional needs, and their teacher. Each participant will be interviewed once, with interviews taking between 15 minutes and 1 hour,” Ms Barr said. The results of the study will be used to inform educators about the significant experiences of siblings of children with additional needs. People interested in participating in the research project should contact Jacqui Barr on (02) 6332 9107 or 