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University ranked number one in the world on climate action

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/university-ranked-number-one-in-the-world-on-climate-action

4 May 2022: The University of Tasmania is the top ranked university in the world for climate action according to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. Vice-Chancellor Professor Rufus Black said the University was proud of the result, which highlighted the
The legacy of Lake Pedder: how the world’s first Green Party was born

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1219-the-legacy-of-lake-pedder-how-the-worlds-first-green-party-was-born

22 Mar 2022: A photo of Lake Pedder before it flooded. Stefan Karpiniec. Fifty years ago this week, the world’s first “green” political party was born in Tasmania after the state government purposefully flooded the magnificent Lake Pedder. The flooding made
We're a certified carbon neutral uni

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7 Mar 2022: Carbon neutral means taking action to reduce and remove as much carbon from the atmosphere as an organisation puts into it. The University was certified as a carbon neutral organisation in 2017 (for its 2016 greenhouse gas inventory) by the
Author Gail Jones wins three-month Hedberg writing residency

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/author-gail-jones-wins-three-month-hedberg-writing-residency

18 Jan 2022: The Hedberg Writer in Residence is decided through a nationally competitive application process open to all established Australian writers. As the recipient, Jones will develop a major new work, deliver classes to writing students from the
A beacon of sustainability

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1238-a-beacon-of-sustainability

13 Apr 2022: Beth Rad did not set out to study sustainable living. Nor did she plan to live on a remote Tasmanian island for six months. But these opportunities found her, and she’s glad they did. Originally from Sydney, Beth and her partner quit their jobs a
University's MOOCs among best of all time

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2 Nov 2022: The University of Tasmania’s MOOCs continue to garner international recognition. Three of the University’s Massive Open Online Courses have been listed in Class Central’s highest rated online courses and MOOCs of all time. Class Central
We've been awarded the region's most sustainable university

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1251-weve-been-awarded-the-regions-most-sustainable-university

27 Apr 2022: Image: Engineering students working on a solar array at our Sandy Bay campus. The University’s strong commitment to sustainability was recognised in 2021 when it was awarded the Sustainability Institution of the Year in the Australia New Zealand
Fairy tales and fantasy on campus

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22 Aug 2022: Fairy tales, cosplay and storytelling are the focus of a new festival being hosted and supported by the University of Tasmania. The inaugural Festival of the Fantastic in Australian and Japanese Arts is a celebration of Australian and Japanese
There is something special about Tasmania’s forests, and Tassie wood

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/there-is-something-special-about-tasmanias-forests-and-tassie-wood

13 Dec 2022: Rescuing climate-stressed treesIn a recent report, UNESCO noted Tasmania's World Heritage forests remove more carbon from the atmosphere than any other of their wilderness sites. In short, our forests are critical to solving climate change. But with
Risk environments put to the test in new MND research

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/risk-environments-put-to-the-test-in-new-mnd-research

28 Nov 2022: A team of Tasmanian researchers will lead a new study into how interactions between an individual’s genetics and the environment in which they live contribute to motor neurone disease (MND). Associate Professor Tony Cook, from the University of
Building a sustainable future in timber

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1230-building-a-sustainable-future-in-timber

31 Mar 2022: The word “sustainability” is appearing more and more frequently in architecture briefs these days, as clients become increasingly aware of the importance of environmentally sensitive sustainable design. This push for more sustainable and
Interest in Uni piqued at Agfest

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/interest-in-uni-piqued-at-agfest

2 Sep 2022: What do Tasmanian devils, drones, compost, video games and microscopes have in common? They were all found inside the University of Tasmania Pavilion at Agfest this year. More than 12,000 people visited the University’s new location nestled in one
Exhibitions shine spotlight on young artists

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28 Sep 2022: For the past year a group of Year 11 and 12 students across the state have immersed themselves in a creative arts program with the University of Tasmania. Now their artistic endeavours will be on display for all to see at one of three Object Design
Literary prize fosters new Tasmanian stories

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16 Dec 2022: Award-winning author Cameron Hindrum The University of Tasmania Prize has been taken out by alumnus Cameron Hindrum at the 2022 Tasmanian Literary Awards. Mr Hindrum won the $10,000 prize, awarded for the best new unpublished literary work by a
Keeping people living with dementia connected during lockdown

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1215-keeping-people-living-with-dementia-connected-during-lockdown

10 Mar 2022: Michael Preston graduated with an Associate Degree in Dementia Care in 2015. He has since worked as a Dementia-Friendly Project Officer with the Kiama Project in New South Wales. The Kiama Project has worked continuously to implement and test
Dementia research projects receive local funding

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24 Aug 2022: Seven new dementia research projects, from how comedy can help promote brain health to establishing a dementia risk profile in Afghan refugees and asylum seekers in Tasmania, has received local funding. Over $20,000 was raised during the Wicking
Environmental Law Professor appointed to new Biodiversity Council

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/environmental-law-professor-appointed-to-new-biodiversity-council

19 Dec 2022: Australia’s new Biodiversity Council will look to turn science into reform with the help of the School of Law’s Professor Jan McDonald. Professor McDonald, an expert on environmental law, has been appointed to the Council, which will provide
Theatre Makers to immerse themselves in new musical production

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/theatre-makers-to-immerse-themselves-in-new-musical-production

11 Nov 2022: A successful weekend festival is finding ways to cultivate and nurture artistic talent right here in Tasmania. The University of Tasmania is partnering with the Australian Musical Theatre Festival for the Maker’s Weekend – a bespoke festival
Discover a world of creative writing

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/discover-a-world-of-creative-writing

23 Nov 2022: Storytelling permeates through our society through stimulating narratives, be it in traditional fictional novel form or short creative works like blogs and even TikTok. As part of the Festival of the Fantastic in Australian and Japanese Arts, the
For art's sake

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/for-arts-sake

11 Apr 2022: Linda Crispin has a very large shed in her backyard. She has equally big plans for it, and her Diploma of Creative Arts and Health will help her make those ideas a reality. Linda graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Painting) in 2017 and said
Scholarship gives students overseas study opportunity

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1200-scholarship-gives-students-overseas-study-opportunity

25 Jan 2022: Two students from the University of Tasmania will each spend a semester studying in the Indo-Pacific after receiving a 2022 New Colombo Plan Scholarship. The scholarship provides financial support for high achieving students to undertake up to 19
University proud to wear three Green Gowns after awards success

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/university-proud-to-wear-three-green-gowns-after-awards-success

1 Dec 2022: Recognition of the University of Tasmania’s commitment to sustainability continues with success in three categories of the Green Gown Awards Australasia. The Green Gown Awards recognise exceptional sustainability initiatives being undertaken by
Alumni in action – Green Hydrogen

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13 Dec 2022: Green Hydrogen is produced by splitting water with electricity, via electrolysis, using power from renewable energy sources, such as hydroelectricity, wind and solar. Significantly, it produces no greenhouse emissions. Our Engineering and Mathematics
Off the wall: Hobart's best galleries

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20 Sep 2022: Foyer of The Henry Jones Art Hotel. Image: Adam Gibson/The Henry Jones Art Hotel. Hobart’s visual arts scene has an enviable (and well-deserved) reputation both nationally and internationally these days, with a vibrant and unique culture known for
Creating an impact - Re:Cycle program

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/creating-an-impact-recycle-program

16 Dec 2022: A program that refurbishes abandoned bicycles and distributes them to students in need of affordable transportation has led to other positive flow-on effects at the University of Tasmania. It’s an unfortunate reality that bicycles are sometimes
A win in film awards for two Tassie students

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1 Dec 2022: Two students from The Media School at the University of Tasmania have taken out major awards in this year's MyStateBank Student Film Festival. For his short film Animus, passionate filmmaker and writer Scott Lleonart won the Best Film: Post Year 10
Megan finds Utopia in the theatre

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/megan-finds-utopia-in-the-theatre

23 Aug 2022: Megan Kenna is in the final year of a Bachelor of Arts majoring in theatre and performance, also focusing on art and creative designs as part of their degree. After their work in the Semester 1, third year production Anenemy, Megan was approached by
Hobart educational heritage set to be restored

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/hobart-educational-heritage-set-to-be-restored

28 Nov 2022: Work to conserve an important piece of Hobart’s educational heritage has begun with contractors on site to carry out a $13. 5 million restoration of the Philip Smith Centre on the Domain. Originally completed in 1910, the Philip Smith Centre was
Tuning in to resilience for better music groups

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/tuning-in-to-resilience-for-better-music-groups

29 Aug 2022: Understanding how to create a learning environment that intentionally enhances the value members feel, which builds that resilience, has been the focus of University of Tasmania researchers working with Tasmanian Youth Orchestras (TYO), who believe
From little things come big opportunities says University graduate

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/from-little-things-come-big-opportunities-says-university-graduate

16 Dec 2022: For Rosebery woman Ivory McConachy those little steps have given her a pathway to fulfilling her dream of working in the Aged Care Industry. During the past year she has been studying for her Diploma of Ageing Studies and Services through the
Taking on sustainability – boldly

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13 Dec 2022: The University of Tasmania has been certified carbon neutral since 2016, one of only two universities in Australasia to reach this milestone. Our strong commitment to sustainability has also been recognised through various international awards, a
West Park site activity update

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/west-park-site-activity-update

14 Dec 2022: New outdoor features are emerging at Burnie’s West Park as part of the University of Tasmania’s campus move to the waterfront location. A large part of the headland landscape is being returned to the environment while new and improved
Nature Positive University Pledge

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9 Dec 2022: Today at the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP15), the University of Oxford and UN Environment Programme (UNEP) announced the launch of the Nature Positive Universities Alliance – an alliance of 111 universities globally who have made an official
Re-design your way of thinking

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11 Aug 2022: You don’t need to be a designer to benefit from the characteristic thought and planning principles used by those in the design industry. Our Design Thinking Experience, delivered in partnership with Sydney-based Echos School of Design Thinking, is
Media skills making Tash a master in the industry

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/media-skills-making-tash-a-master-in-the-industry

22 Nov 2022: For Master of Strategic Communications student Natasha Bulyga, a “traditional” career path isn't on the cards. After graduating from a Bachelor of Media at The University of Adelaide, Tash decided a short stint in Tasmania was the ticket she
Award-winning Curious Climate Tasmania program

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/award-winning-curious-climate-tasmania-program

14 Dec 2022: Our award-winning Curious Climate Tasmania program asks one simple question: What do YOU want to know about climate change?Information – and disinformation – about climate change is everywhere and often, frustratingly, the science can get lost
Student leaders tackle sustainability issues on the international…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/student-leaders-tackle-sustainability-issues-on-the-international-stage

9 Dec 2022: Three exceptional student delegates from the University of Tasmania have been selected to travel to Thailand to participate in the Green Summit, an international conference for the next generation of sustainability leaders. From 13-16 December,
$6.4 million boost for cool climate horticulture growers

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/$6.4-million-boost-for-cool-climate-horticulture-growers

29 Sep 2022: Scientists are giving Aussie horticulture growers in cooler climates the opportunity to participate in a $6. 4M research trial program to help industry adapt to climate change. Being delivered through Hort Innovation and led and co-funded by the
Landcare Society – caring for the environment and community

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/landcare-society-caring-for-the-environment-and-community

17 Dec 2022: The University of Tasmania’s UTAS Landcare Society is not only healing the land, it is also improving the lives of the students involved in its activities. Living in Tasmania means never being far from nature – island life tends to make us deeply
Online courses delivering individual and community sustainability…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/online-courses-delivering-individual-and-community-sustainability-country-wide

28 Nov 2022: The University of Tasmania is helping people across Australia gain the skills and knowledge that they need in order to live more sustainably and make a difference. Developed in 2018, the University of Tasmania’s Diploma and Undergraduate
Tasmanian timber showcased in campus transformation

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/tasmanian-timber-showcased-in-campus-transformation

10 Nov 2022: As you wander through the University’s new buildings on the foreshore at West Park in Burnie and Inveresk Precinct in Launceston, you’re met with a sense of calm and warmth through the use of timber amid industrial surroundings. The choice to
Drawing inspiration from Country and culture

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15 Aug 2022: The creations of Tasmanian Aboriginal artist Caleb Nichols-Mansell can now be found at Inveresk Library after he was commissioned to design feature carpets for the building’s interior. A proud and deep connection to Country and culture is the
University signs international Scientists' Declaration against…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/university-signs-international-scientists-declaration-against-marine-plastics

24 Nov 2022: Associate Professor Joanna Vince hasn’t always been a champion against marine plastics pollution. Her research career began looking at issues of Australia’s oceans policy and governance more broadly. A chance interdisciplinary project led to a
Dark and twisty, bright and beautiful

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1207-dark-and-twisty-bright-and-beautiful

21 Feb 2022: Pre-revolutionary France meets gothic horror in an exhibition of costumes and other Japanese girl culture now on show at the University of Tasmania’s Sandy Bay campus. The exhibition is the work of Japanese literature academic and cosplay performer
Kelly’s sustainability focus

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30 Sep 2022: Kelly Pinner describes herself as a freelancer, working in a range of smaller, diverse jobs simultaneously, and she loves the stimulation and variety of her lifestyle. “I collect little jobs: work in a pub at night, caretaker for properties during
Sustainability at the foundation of new Inveresk campus

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11 Aug 2022: When the University of Tasmania embarked on establishing a new campus at Launceston’s Inveresk Precinct, a pledge to prioritise sustainability was made. The three newest buildings coming to life on site have been innovatively imagined and designed
Christine prepares for the next chapter

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19 Dec 2022: As Christine Angel tells it, the moment she visited the University of Tasmania Cradle Coast campus in 2003 she felt like she had found her tribe after feeling out of step with the world. Born in Queenstown, Christine left school in Burnie at the age
Record-smashing heatwaves are hitting Antarctica and the Arctic

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22 Mar 2022: Windmill Islands, near Casey Research Station, Antarctica. Dana M Bergstrom (Author provided). Record-breaking heatwaves hit both Antarctica and the Arctic simultaneously this week, with temperatures reaching 47℃ and 30℃ higher than
Engineers PRIMED to be more sustainable and job-ready

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/engineers-primed-to-be-more-sustainable-and-job-ready

12 Dec 2022: To make our Engineering graduates better prepared to start their professional careers – and equipped to change the world for the better – the University of Tasmania’s Bachelor of Engineering degree is changing. The School of Engineering is
Passion for living sustainably led Jess to study a Bachelor of Science

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17 Oct 2022: Struggling with undiagnosed Crohn’s disease as a child, Jess Nesbit’s schooling in Smithton was quite disrupted, especially during high school, as she dealt with frequent periods of chronic illness. She left school in grade 11 and later, in her