http://ext.cdu.edu.au/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&web=/newsroom/a/2006&page=fb524f0b-726c-47ff-bef7-2f5ca39357b7&wp=6398a9e8-1d24-49b3-ad58-bb99a71cccde2006 news rss feed60http://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/816.aspxCDU Sport has three great offers just for staff. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:36 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/814.aspxGet down to the Uni Bar every second Wednesday (starting 22 March) for Wired - live music from 4.30pm onwards!Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:36 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/815.aspxThe second VET induction seminar for 2006 will be held on Monday 10 April. The seminar is designed specifically for new academic staff, however it is also suitable for administrative staff who want to understand the VET sector and systems.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:36 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/813.aspxAssociate Professor Paul M Kelly presents 'Engaging with the region: Seven years of policy and practice relevant TB research in Indonesia and Timor Leste' on Monday 3 April from 12.30pm to 1.30pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:36 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/731.aspxThe CDU website survey closes this Friday 31 March - you've got just a few days left to tell us what you really think of the University's website!Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:23 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/782.aspxVicki Williams wants to encourage everyone in the greater Katherine area to access further education and training, in her new role as the Campus Administrator for CDU's Katherine campus.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:31 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/794.aspxVisitors to the Charles Darwin University stand at the recent Chamber of Commerce NT Central Australian Expo were spoilt for choice - with food tasting, hairdressing and health checks offered by staff and students over the two day event.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:32 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/795.aspxThe International Office has kicked off its promotion schedule for 2006 with activities in India, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Korea and Indonesia.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:32 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/796.aspxCDU's Community and Access team is pleased to welcome Trisha Kohlweg as the Secondary Schools Liaison Lecturer for the Top End.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:33 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/797.aspxGroundbreaking Tropical Warm Pool International Cloud Experiment has wound up with much praise for producing one of the most comprehensive data sets of tropical cloud properties ever collected.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:33 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/799.aspxLast week Northern Editions ran a printmaking workshop at Jilamara Arts & Craft on Melville Island, Tiwi. The workshop was a follow-up to one that had been conducted earlier at Northern Edition's studios on the University campus.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:33 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/800.aspxFinding employment in a suitable career is one thing Brigham Archibald won't have to worry about when he finishes secondary school later this year, thanks to the pathways offered at CDU.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:33 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/803.aspxA classical musician, an Indigenous curator/artist and a performing artist are the finalists for the Charles Darwin University Arts Award to be presented at the 2006 Northern Territory Young Achievers Awards this Saturday.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:34 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/805.aspxHow does a 22 year old Elliott school teacher become a 45 year old international researcher and lobbyist on Capitol Hill in the United States? Scott Knight, CDU postgraduate student, encourages other CDU postgrads to follow their dream.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:34 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/804.aspxCharles Darwin University's Yulara Centre has been a hive of activity, with students continuing to enrol in many courses. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:34 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/806.aspxUniversities are no longer ivory towers dispensing knowledge at arms length from their communities. Students are more aware of the world around them than ever before.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:34 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/807.aspxCDU's Casuarina campus O-Week in 2006 grew bigger crowds and a more diverse range of activities compared to 2005, according to CDU market research.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:34 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/808.aspxKate Young provides an update on the latest activities at CDU's Tennant Creek Centre.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:35 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/809.aspxDr Jun-Yi Zhang has recently been appointed Research Associate, Atomic and Molecular Physics with the School of Engineering and Logistics at Charles Darwin University.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:35 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/810.aspxSome of the best minds in the region come to Darwin in May this year, to examine the impact of human intervention on tropical environments, as part of the first Charles Darwin University Symposia for 2006.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:35 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/811.aspxCharles Darwin University's Alumni numbers are growing rapidly, from 1 000 members this time last year to more than 6 500 CDU graduates currently registered.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:35 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/792.aspxBorn in Darwin Hospital, Bachelor of Nursing student, Roland Edwards, may end up working there, but not before a lot more overseas travel.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:32 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/793.aspxThe results are clear. Graduates of Charles Darwin University VET courses are easily gaining employment after completing their training.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:32 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/801.aspxCDU now offers a three day Sports First Aid and Injury Management short course. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:33 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/802.aspxEnrol now for the Statement of Attainment in Sport Training short course. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:34 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/788.aspxProfessor David Bowman has been awarded a fellowship to expand his knowledge on dendrochronology at the Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research (LTRR) based at the University of Arizona in the United States.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:31 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/789.aspxThe Cooperative Research Centre for Aboriginal Health sponsors a talk by delegates from the Indian Health Service on Friday 7 April at 10.30am. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:31 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/790.aspxRegistrations are being called for the 2006 Australia's Biggest Morning Tea, held in May... Register your event now!Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:31 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/785.aspxMarc Wohling presents 'Following the yellow brick road? Rethinking non-indigenous engagement with indigenous ecological knowledge', on Friday 24 March from 1pm to 2pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:31 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/786.aspxApplications are now open for the 2006 NT History Grants, encouraging and supporting the work of researchers recording and writing about Northern Territory history.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:31 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/787.aspxDan Dwyer presents 'The economics of a Trepang voyage' on Friday 31 March from 4pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:31 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/784.aspxInterested in a job or graduate position with the Public Service? How do you successfully answer the selection criteria? Find the answers to these questions and more at a graduate development seminar on Monday 3 April from 12pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:31 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/783.aspxThere were smiles all around yesterday as the Centre for Access and English as a Second Language (CAESL) came alive with colour for Harmony Day.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:29 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/769.aspxHave you subscribed to enews? enews provides you with the latest news stories and events at CDU - subscribe and receive the latest CDU news fortnightly.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:28 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/780.aspxCDU's International Office will hold information sessions for students interested in international exchange on Tuesday 28 March from 10.30am to 11am.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:30 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/778.aspxLiz McDonald presents 'Improving hygiene and children's health in remote Indigenous communities: Attitudes and knowledge about hygiene behaviours and the transmission of infection' on Monday 27 March, from 12pm to 1pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:30 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/779.aspxThe Darwin Youth Orchestra performs some of the great orchestral works with an April Fools Day themed concert on Saturday 1 April at 5pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:30 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/777.aspxCDU's Corporate Communications is on the lookout for people with University connections who are part of Australia's contribution to the Commonwealth Games.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:30 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/775.aspxCDU's Dr Dean Carson heads Desert Knowledge CRC project 'On Track', a world first study engaging communities across Australia in exploring the viability of a competitive and sustainable desert tourism industry.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:29 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/776.aspxDr Fay Johnston presents 'Is smoke really bad for you? Air pollution research through the ages', on Monday 20 March, 12pm to 1pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:30 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/772.aspxCDU staff are being called upon to assist the Darwin Convention Centre in attracting international conferences to Darwin from May 2008. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:29 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/773.aspxRegistrations are still being accepted to the School for Environmental Research's short course on natural resource-based enterprise development, from 8 to 13 April. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:28 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/774.aspxA major summit in Darwin discussing a new direction for teacher education in the Territory has achieved impressive results this week.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:28 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/771.aspxThe owner of an Indigenous art and cyber-cafe who is planning to franchise the concept throughout Australia's cultural tourism hotspots says he owes his business success to Charles Darwin University.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:29 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/764.aspxCDU's Teaching and Learning Development Group announces the University's first podcast, allowing you to receive TLDG event recordings automatically.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:28 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/765.aspxWill American and Canadian indigenous literacy strategies work in Northern Australia? That's the question driving Associate Professor Tess Lea, Churchill Fellowship winner, as she begins a three-month academic tour of North America. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:28 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/766.aspxCalling all classical guitarists - new group, 'Dragonflies', allows you to hone your skills in an orchestral setting along with other classical guitarists. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:29 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/767.aspxCDU is working hard to ensure that services to support and represent students are maintained after the federal government's 'voluntary student union' legislation comes into force later in the year.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:29 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/755.aspxThis month representatives from two of Charles Darwin University's international Study Abroad partner institutions will visit the Casuarina campus. Find out more...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:27 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/761.aspxCDU certificate II and III music students in Alice Springs treated staff and students to a lunchtime concert at the neighbouring Centralian Senior Secondary College last week.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:27 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/762.aspxNyree Terry provides her first report as Palmerston Campus Administrator.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:27 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/753.aspxDianne Underwood provides her first report as Alice Springs Campus Administrator.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:27 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/768.aspxCharles Darwin University, the first in Australia to offer an external Bachelor of Nursing, continues to lead the way in nurse education, with its mix of programs evolving to suit health industry needs.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:26 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/759.aspxTerritory parents have a great new tool to help their four to six year old children negotiate their way through preschool and into primary school, thanks to an innovative program starting up across Territory schools.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:28 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/760.aspxCDU and the Department of Employment, Education and Training are joining forces to develop a suite of new Territory-tailored teacher education courses.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:28 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/754.aspxThe International Office will be holding information sessions on Thursday 16 March at 2pm for CDU students wanting to go on International Exchange. Find out more... Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:27 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/756.aspxThe International Women's Day Colloquium at Mal Nairn Auditorium, on Saturday 11 March, will give Territorians a chance to hear from just a few of the extraordinary women working in Darwin.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:27 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/757.aspxAs we celebrate International Women's Day this week, we can be assured there is no lack of leadership from women at CDU.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:27 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/758.aspxIn 2006 the Northern University Games will be held on Queensland's Sunshine Coast from 2 to 6 July. Find out how to get involved...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:27 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/748.aspxCDU staff are invited to an Australian Partnership for Sustainable Repositories workshop, Establishing a Digital Repository Service, on Tuesday April 11 at 9am.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:26 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/749.aspxAre you a CDU staff member interested in applying for Staff Professional Development Leave in semester 1 or semester 2, 2007? Find out more at an information seminar on Thursday, 9 March 2006 from 12 to 1pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:26 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/750.aspxDr James Irvine presents, 'The role of public health in uranium impact assessment and monitoring: A wholistic approach in northern Canada', on Monday 13 March from 12pm to 1pm.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:26 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/751.aspxDr Claire Streten has won the position of Research Fellow for Bioscience North Australia (BNA) from a strong field of international and national applicants.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:26 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/747.aspxCDU's senior chef and lecturer in Commercial and Asian Cookery, Ty Lee, launched the Territory Culinary Challenge in Darwin last week.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:25 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/745.aspxStudents enrolled in VET or Higher Education courses at CDU have responded enthusiastically to a range of scholarships available with over 45 applications.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:25 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/746.aspxWant to know more about the quality system that underpins the VET sector? CDU staff are invited to attend a seminar and workshop presented by DEET and the External AQTF Auditor on Wednesday 22 March at Casuarina campus.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:26 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/744.aspxFind out what intellectual property is and more ...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:25 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/742.aspxStudents from Dublin University wanting to learn about world heritage management and experience the natural, cultural landscape of Kakadu National Park are studying at CDU. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:24 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/743.aspxGraduates and current students from all disciplines are welcome to attend the Woodside Energy graduate employment seminar on 13 March.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:25 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/739.aspxNew business courses at Charles Darwin University are helping managers throughout the Territory deal with common workplace issues - and the results are showing.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:24 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/740.aspxThe next generation of Alice Springs musicians will face their toughest assignment yet when they perform at a lunchtime concert as part of their VET Music studies at Charles Darwin University on 7 March.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:24 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/741.aspxCelebrate International Women's Day in style with a full breakfast at Sky City Casino on Wednesday 8 March. Guest speaker, Professor Lesley Barclay AO, will provide a talk about 'Women as Leaders'.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:24 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/737.aspxAs Nyree Terry leaves EHS this week to take up the position of Palmerston Campus Administrator, she will be missed by many who have worked with her over the 21 years she has been with the faculty and University.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:24 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/738.aspxThe Hon Paul Henderson announced today (Thursday) the acquisition of IMT, an important CDU spin-off company, and innovative developer of high efficiency axial flux electric motors, by US-based company, FASCO Motors.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:24 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/668.aspxGet involved in the Australian Innovation Festival 2006. Read on for more info about this great event...Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:11 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/734.aspxCongratulations go to a number of staff from the Faculty of Education, Health and Sciences who have won awards and research grants recently.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:23 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/735.aspxIn 2006, Australia's major Indigenous Cultural Exchange event, the Garma Festival, will focus on Indigenous education and training.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:24 GMThttp://ext.cdu.edu.au/newsroom/a/2006/Pages/736.aspxIt may be her first time in Alice Springs, but Jennifer Evans from Atlanta, Georgia, has been presented with a special gift by CDU for being the 20,000th person to come to Australia as part of a cultural and educational travel program. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:31:24 GMT