Australia's largest university centre of theological learning will be created by a new partnership between Charles Sturt University and the United Theological College to be launched in Sydney.

Jenny McKinnon will seize her degree like a holy grail when her name is called at this morning's Arts Faculty Graduation Ceremony at the Charles Sturt University Wagga Wagga Campus.

One of Australia's most distinguished scholars will be recognised for his contribution to the public good - and in particular his generosity towards Charles Sturt University - when Professor Ralph Slatyer was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Applied Science.

Walking down the aisle today for one Bachelor of Arts graduate will be the end of a nine-year journey, a testament to the value of family support, and confirmation of a life-long love.

A man who left school at the age of 16 almost 50 years ago, and worked his way to the top of the accounting profession without any academic aids, will today vault all tertiary education levels and be presented with Charles Sturt University's highest award.

More than 4 000 people are expected to attend the six graduation ceremonies being staged at Charles Sturt University's Wagga Wagga Campus over the next three days.

A new student advertising agency staffed by final year students from Charles Sturt University's School of Communication will be launched tomorrow by International Advertising Association director of professional development, John Holmes.

Thousands of former students will return to Charles Sturt University campuses across the State over the next three months for the 1999 Graduation season.

The shortage of doctors in rural areas is being addressed by the Federal Government with the announcement of the establishment of a committee to advise the Minister on the setting up of a Rural Clinical School to be based in Wagga Wagga.