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  2. Thumbnail for 4.6 percent pay rise for University of Tasmania staff

    4.6 percent pay rise for University of Tasmania staff

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/4.6-percent-pay-rise-for-university-of-tasmania-staff
    1 Jul 2022: The University of Tasmania will increase pay by 4. 6 percent from the first full pay period in July. The increase is consistent with the 4. 6 percent increase to Modern Awards handed down recently by the Fair Work Commission. All staff covered by the
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    Psychology expansion in the North aims to meet future workforce needs

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/psychology-expansion-in-the-north-aims-to-meet-future-workforce-needs
    24 Feb 2022: The University of Tasmania is increasing access and opportunity to study psychology by expanding its post graduate course offerings in the State’s North. “We want to see more Tasmanians become psychologists and help meet the growing needs in our
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    Double degrees hit the right note

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1272-double-degrees-hit-the-right-note
    14 Jun 2022: Emily Swanson and Simon Ramirez are both enrolled in double degrees. The nature of work is changing, with today’s university students likely to have multiple careers over their lifetime. So it makes sense that many students are enrolling in two
  5. Thumbnail for Exhibitions shine spotlight on young artists

    Exhibitions shine spotlight on young artists

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/exhibitions-shine-spotlight-on-young-artists
    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
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    Expressions of interest for city move consultation set to open

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/expressions-of-interest-for-city-move-consultation-set-to-open
    14 Jul 2022: The next stage of consultation about the University of Tasmania’s city move begins this month with a call for expressions of interest to join an 80-person community panel, which will help shape the future of our southern campuses. Expressions of
  7. Thumbnail for New Library now open in the heart of Inveresk

    New Library now open in the heart of Inveresk

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/new-library-now-open-in-the-heart-of-inveresk
    22 Feb 2022: The $23 million development is the first new building to be brought to life at Inveresk through the Northern Transformation Program, funded through the Launceston City Deal, with contributions from the Australian and Tasmanian Governments, City of
  8. Thumbnail for 3 reasons students choose not to learn a language in high school

    3 reasons students choose not to learn a language in high school

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1250-3-reasons-students-choose-not-to-learn-a-language-in-high-school
    26 Apr 2022: Fewer students are choosing language electives at school but, contrary to popular perception, it isn’t purely a lack of interest causing the decline. My recent study suggests students want to study a language, but can’t. Language electives
  9. Thumbnail for Then and now: women making waves in the science of seaweed

    Then and now: women making waves in the science of seaweed

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/then-and-now-women-making-waves-in-the-science-of-seaweed
    11 Feb 2022: IMAS researcher, Professor Catriona Hurd, has been immersed in seaweed physiology and ecology, called phycology, across her extensive international career – and she is passing the legacy on to emerging phycologists like IMAS University of Tasmania
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    Transforming the River’s Edge at Inveresk

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/transforming-the-rivers-edge-at-inveresk
    12 Dec 2022: The new $45. 5m River’s Edge building is continuing to take shape at the Inveresk campus precinct. The building will be home to Humanities, Social Sciences, Law and Education. It will offer student counselling, accessibility and learning support,
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    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
  12. Thumbnail for Christine prepares for the next chapter

    Christine prepares for the next chapter

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/christine-prepares-for-the-next-chapter
    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
  13. Thumbnail for Studying in Tasmania’s agricultural heartland

    Studying in Tasmania’s agricultural heartland

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1247-studying-in-tasmanias-agricultural-heartland
    14 Apr 2022: Image: Agricultural Science students on a field trip to Hops Products Australia (HPA), Bushy Park. Earlier this year, 29-year-old James Adams started the University of Tasmania’s Agricultural Science with Honours degree in his hometown of
  14. Thumbnail for Renowned Composer encourages students to explore new directions

    Renowned Composer encourages students to explore new directions

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/renowned-composer-encourages-students-to-explore-new-directions
    28 Oct 2022: Composer Mary Finsterer’s record of accomplishments in the music world is considerable. She is recognised as one of Australia’s finest composers, having received awards for her music in Europe, Britain, USA and Canada and her repertoire covers
  15. Thumbnail for A win in film awards for two Tassie students

    A win in film awards for two Tassie students

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/a-win-in-film-awards-for-two-tassie-students
    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
  16. Thumbnail for Tuning in to resilience for better music groups

    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
  17. Thumbnail for From little things come big opportunities says University graduate

    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
  18. Thumbnail for Conference showcases influence of research in regional areas

    Conference showcases influence of research in regional areas

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/conference-showcases-influence-of-research-in-regional-areas
    24 Oct 2022: The diversity of education and research conducted in regional Australia will be celebrated at a conference in Devonport in November. The Celebrating the Impact of Regional Research and Education Conference will showcase the work of sociologists,
  19. Thumbnail for Family history: where do I start?

    Family history: where do I start?

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/family-history-where-do-i-start
    14 Oct 2022: Before you start researching your family history, you should ask yourself one very basic question: what exactly are you looking for?It sounds obvious but, according to University of Tasmania historian and coordinator of Family History program Dr
  20. Thumbnail for Professor Rufus Black reappointed as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Tasmania

    Professor Rufus Black reappointed as Vice-Chancellor of the…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/professor-rufus-black-reappointed-as-vice-chancellor-of-the-university-of-tasmania
    31 Aug 2022: The University of Tasmania announced today that Professor Rufus Black’s contract as Vice-Chancellor had been renewed. Chancellor Alison Watkins said the University was thrilled Professor Black would continue in the role, which he first took up in
  21. Thumbnail for How much kids learn studying languages depends on where you live

    How much kids learn studying languages depends on where you live

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1216-how-much-kids-learn-studying-languages-depends-on-where-you-live
    11 Mar 2022: People learn a second language for many reasons, including work, to better understand the world, an interest in the culture of the language itself, and love. Learning a language has many benefits. For children, it can improve literacy, maths and
  22. Thumbnail for University’s new entry system improving access and academic success

    University’s new entry system improving access and academic success

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/universitys-new-entry-system-improving-access-and-academic-success
    2 Jul 2022: The latest round of the University of Tasmania’s Schools Recommendation Program is open, with results from previous years showing that it is both creating access for more students and improving academic success rates. From July, students can apply
  23. Thumbnail for New co-designed leadership program for Tasmania's nurses and midwives launched

    New co-designed leadership program for Tasmania's nurses and…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/new-co-designed-leadership-program-for-tasmanias-nurses-and-midwives-launched
    24 Aug 2022: The University of Tasmania has collaborated with the Department of Health to launch a new leadership program for nurses and midwives. Recently, 26 nurses and midwives from across Tasmania commenced as the inaugural cohort of participants in a new
  24. Thumbnail for Transformation drives new courses

    Transformation drives new courses

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/transformation-drives-new-courses
    25 Aug 2022: New courses are being developed to make education more attainable for all Tasmanians, allowing them to study close to home and give back to their local community in areas that are in high demand for each region. Our new campuses at West Park in
  25. Thumbnail for Creating a local solution to a global problem

    Creating a local solution to a global problem

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1221-creating-a-local-solution-to-a-global-problem
    24 Mar 2022: The business plan Camila Campos developed through her studies in Agribusiness (Horticultural Business) has resulted in the creation of a localised solution to a global problem when it comes to food waste. Offered through the Tasmanian Institute of
  26. Thumbnail for What does trauma informed practice in Tasmanian schools mean?

    What does trauma informed practice in Tasmanian schools mean?

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/what-does-trauma-informed-practice-in-tasmanian-schools-mean
    4 Oct 2022: Footage shared online of school-yard fights is concerning. However, in responding, it is imperative to reflect upon causes of such violence and apply preventative strategies rather than ‘getting tough’. For more than 50 years we have known that
  27. Thumbnail for Fairy tales and fantasy on campus

    Fairy tales and fantasy on campus

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/fairy-tales-and-fantasy-on-campus
    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
  28. Thumbnail for Naarah and the arts

    Naarah and the arts

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/naarah-and-the-arts
    13 Dec 2022: When Alumni magazine interviewed Naarah (pronounced: Nay-ar-ah) Barnes (BMus 2019), she was back in Western Australia’s Kimberley, seeing the house she bought on the very same day she was offered a supporting lead role in the Amazon Prime series
  29. Thumbnail for University of Tasmania provides MRC Tas with short-term accommodation for new Tasmanians

    University of Tasmania provides MRC Tas with short-term accommodation …

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/university-of-tasmania-provides-mrc-tas-with-short-term-accommodation-for-new-tasmanians
    7 Dec 2022: A partnership between Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania (MRC Tas) and the University of Tasmania will provide much-needed affordable short-term accommodation to new Tasmanians with a refugee background. Starting in December, MRC Tas will lease
  30. Thumbnail for Tasmanian artists bound for heart of Paris

    Tasmanian artists bound for heart of Paris

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/tasmanian-artists-bound-for-heart-of-paris
    4 Nov 2022: Six Tasmanian artists will jet off to Paris in 2023 where they will immerse themselves in the creative arts after being selected for a unique opportunity, offered by the University of Tasmania - Rosamond McCulloch Studio Residency. Emerging artist
  31. Thumbnail for Leap of faith leads to fulfilling career change

    Leap of faith leads to fulfilling career change

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/1265-leap-of-faith-leads-to-fulfilling-career-change
    7 Apr 2022: Proudly from Burnie, Boni had always felt university was out of her reach, and it wasn’t until later in life, following an eleven-year career, that she took a leap of faith to pursue it. “I came from a low-income family that did it pretty tough
  32. Thumbnail for New Director for Tasmania Law Reform Institute

    New Director for Tasmania Law Reform Institute

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/new-director-for-tasmania-law-reform-institute
    5 Dec 2022: The University of Tasmania’s Jeremy Prichard has been appointed Director of the Tasmania Law Reform Institute. “I look forward to working closely with the Institute’s Board to serve Tasmanians through informed and impartial analysis of the
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    Australian Maritime College named Defence consultancy of the year

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/australian-maritime-college-named-defence-consultancy-of-the-year
    24 Oct 2022: The Australian Maritime College has been named Consultancy of the Year at the recent Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards. Recognising AMC’s commercial successes over the past 12 months, the Award highlight’s the impactful role the
  34. Thumbnail for Literary prize fosters new Tasmanian stories

    Literary prize fosters new Tasmanian stories

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/literary-prize-fosters-new-tasmanian-stories
    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
  35. Thumbnail for Thousands of students celebrate university success

    Thousands of students celebrate university success

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/thousands-of-students-celebrate-university-success
    26 Aug 2022: The culmination of years of study will be celebrated this week when more than 3400 students graduate in the University of Tasmania’s Winter graduation ceremonies. Four graduation ceremonies will be held at the Grand Chancellor Hotel in Hobart and
  36. Thumbnail for Students celebrate success, with thousands graduating across Tasmania

    Students celebrate success, with thousands graduating across Tasmania

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/students-celebrate-success,-with-thousands-graduating-across-tasmania
    16 Dec 2022: More than 6,000 students will graduate from the University of Tasmania in the 2022 Summer Graduations, with celebrations kicking off tomorrow with the first parade and graduation ceremony in Burnie. Students will celebrate their success across the
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    New School of Paramedicine responds to industry training needs

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/new-school-of-paramedicine-responds-to-industry-training-needs
    13 Dec 2022: The University of Tasmania will establish Australia’s first School of Paramedicine in 2023, responding to health workforce training needs across Tasmania and New South Wales. The expanding role and scope of paramedicine within the Australian
  38. Thumbnail for Ideal teacher all about 'respect'

    Ideal teacher all about 'respect'

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/ideal-teacher-all-about-respect
    9 Aug 2022: Queensland University of Technology Professor Martin Mills is guest speaker at the 2022 Richard Selby Smith Oration at the Salon Hedberg at the University of Tasmania. Paying attention to ‘respect’ is central to addressing many of the issues
  39. Thumbnail for Top honour for world leader in bushfire research

    Top honour for world leader in bushfire research

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/top-honour-for-world-leader-in-bushfire-research
    30 Aug 2022: Professor David Bowman, one of the world’s leading bushfire scientists, has received a prestigious Australian Research Council Laureate Fellowship. Professor Bowman is a Professor of Pyrogeography and Fire Science at the University of Tasmania. He
  40. Thumbnail for University to launch next stage of engagement

    University to launch next stage of engagement

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/university-to-launch-next-stage-of-engagement
    8 Jun 2022: A representative community group will be a key element of the next stage of engagement the University of Tasmania will launch in coming weeks. Vice-Chancellor Professor Rufus Black said the University was looking for new opportunities to engage with
  41. Thumbnail for New chapter of ‘making’ in North-West Tasmania

    New chapter of ‘making’ in North-West Tasmania

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/new-chapter-of-making-in-north-west-tasmania
    23 Nov 2022: Modern making will be the focus of new learning, research, industry and community opportunities coming to Makers’ Workshop in 2023. The University of Tasmania is transforming the site into a technology and innovation hub that will serve the entire
  42. Thumbnail for Community involvement is essential for improved healthcare

    Community involvement is essential for improved healthcare

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/community-involvement-is-essential-for-improved-healthcare
    18 Oct 2022: How can health consumers achieve a higher level of patient care for themselves and their loved ones?Understanding how to work with healthcare workers at all levels to advocate for the best possible healthcare outcomes is key to achieving that
  43. Thumbnail for Detection technology has real world impact

    Detection technology has real world impact

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/detection-technology-has-real-world-impact
    25 Nov 2022: An agreement between the University of Tasmanian and industry partner GreyScan will see pioneering chemistry research applied in a way that could dramatically improve efficiency in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Downtime to verify that there is no
  44. Thumbnail for Research will investigate how we make our air safer for everyone

    Research will investigate how we make our air safer for everyone

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/research-will-investigate-how-we-make-our-air-safer-for-everyone
    3 Sep 2022: In recognition of its world class expertise in environmental health, the University of Tasmania’s Menzies Institute for Medical Research has received $2. 5 million from the National Health and Medical Research Council to establish a Centre for Safe
  45. Thumbnail for Discover a world of creative writing

    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
  46. Thumbnail for How can you avoid medication misadventure?

    How can you avoid medication misadventure?

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/how-can-you-avoid-medication-misadventure
    22 Nov 2022: An estimated 250,000 patients are admitted to hospital in Australia each year because of medication related problems including adverse reactions, allergies, medication errors and non-compliance. Medication misadventure is far more common than you
  47. Thumbnail for Extracurricular activities help drive academic success for regional students, study finds

    Extracurricular activities help drive academic success for regional…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/extracurricular-activities-help-drive-academic-success-for-regional-students,-study-finds
    30 Sep 2022: Extracurricular activities may help young students in regional areas to close the gap with metropolitan schools, a new study from University of Tasmania and Flinders University shows. On average, students in regional areas are ranked 5% lower than
  48. Thumbnail for Funding boost will help teenagers safely navigate life online

    Funding boost will help teenagers safely navigate life online

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/funding-boost-will-help-teenagers-safely-navigate-life-online
    11 Nov 2022: The University of Tasmania will be tackling cyber bullying, grooming and image-based abuse among adolescents head on, thanks to the Australian Government’s $9 million Online Safety Grants Program. Dr Joel Scanlan said that his Chatbot enabled Cyber
  49. Thumbnail for Scholarship gives students overseas study opportunity

    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
  50. Thumbnail for Science Superstar honour for PhD student

    Science Superstar honour for PhD student

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/science-superstar-honour-for-phd-student
    18 Nov 2022: University of Tasmania PhD Candidate Mars Buttfield-Addison has been named a Superstar of STEM in a prestigious national program that promotes the achievements of women in science and technology. A computer scientist and software engineer, Mars’
  51. Thumbnail for High stakes for decade ahead

    High stakes for decade ahead

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/high-stakes-for-decade-ahead
    22 Nov 2022: Australia needs a new national conversation to find a balance between national security considerations and the need to embrace new strategic opportunities. That’s the view of Dr Heather Smith who will discuss the issues confronting Australia in the

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