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  2. Thumbnail for The Underwood Centre's first PhD graduate highlights the benefits of distance learning

    The Underwood Centre's first PhD graduate highlights the benefits …

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/The-Underwood-Centres-first-PhD-graduate
    27 Mar 2024: In a milestone moment for the Peter Underwood Centre at the University of Tasmania, Debra Urquhart became the first PhD graduate supervised through the Centre on 20 March 2024. The ceremony marked the culmination of years of dedicated research about
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    Balancing sport and study

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/abbey-boutcher
    13 Feb 2024: Abbey Boutcher discovered her passion for rowing in grade six, enjoying the thrill of competing against other schools, and the camaraderie of her teammates. Over time, rowing became more than just a sport for her: it became a way of life. And when
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    Applications open for new ASEAN scholarships

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/applications-open-for-new-asean-scholarships
    18 Apr 2024: Applications are now open for the prestigious Australia for ASEAN scholarships. The program aims to support students undertaking a Master by Research degree to develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people links
  5. Thumbnail for New scholarship for next generation of teachers

    New scholarship for next generation of teachers

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/new-scholarship-for-next-generation-of-teachers
    1 Nov 2023: The University has partnered with the Tasmanian Government to help ensure the state has the quality teachers it needs with a new scholarship valued at up to $31,000. The Teach Tasmania Scholarship will be made available to eligible Bachelor of
  6. Thumbnail for Find unexpected opportunities

    Find unexpected opportunities

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/find-unexpected-opportunities
    2 May 2024: A passionate and dedicated Bachelor of Music student, Guy Swan loves exploring different aspects of music and sound, and he has found Tasmania to be the perfect place to pursue his passion. Growing up in Hobart, Guy was interested in music from a
  7. Thumbnail for New perspectives, and friendships, as students return from UniGO

    New perspectives, and friendships, as students return from UniGO

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/new-perspectives,-and-friendships,-as-students-return-from-unigo
    23 Feb 2024: Dolphin spotting might not be the usual way an Arts/Law student spends their days but, for Lily Hansson, it was a highlight of her recent UniGO sustainability experience in Malaysia. And, she discovered, it’s done a little differently off the
  8. Thumbnail for Introducing The Hedberg Sounds

    Introducing The Hedberg Sounds

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/introducing-the-hedberg-sounds
    22 Mar 2024: A new series of critically acclaimed performances gets underway at The Hedberg this month, showcasing Hobart’s home of intimate and unique music experiences. The Hedberg Sounds program will present five diverse performances from local and national
  9. Thumbnail for Hive mind at work in new learning destination

    Hive mind at work in new learning destination

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/Hive-mind-at-work-in-Ulverstone
    2 May 2024: Over the past few months, the Underwood Centre's Limitless Learning team has facilitated ten intergenerational workshops with local students and families at Hive Tasmania. This has led to the creation of educational resources by kids, for kids, that
  10. Thumbnail for It's OK to be bored: engaging children with art through Limitless Learning

    It's OK to be bored: engaging children with art through Limitless …

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/Its-ok-to-be-bored
    19 Feb 2024: A gallery guide and program designed with kids, for kids, launched recently at the Devonport Regional Gallery through the Peter Underwood Centre's Limitless Learning project. Dubbed It’s ok @ DRG, the guide is now available to all families visiting
  11. Thumbnail for From internship to employment success

    From internship to employment success

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/from-internship-to-employment-success
    13 Sep 2023: Breanna Franklin, a Bachelor of Business student always knew she had a passion for marketing and human resource management. But her path to success wasn't always straightforward. "I was working in a pharmacy, got offered full time there at the end of
  12. Thumbnail for Children's University graduations are all about the love of learning

    Children's University graduations are all about the love of…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/childrens-university-graduations-are-all-about-the-love-of-learning
    15 Nov 2023: More than 700 children and young people will celebrate their learning success with family, school leaders and community partners in the annual Children’s University Tasmania graduation ceremonies throughout November. Nine ceremonies will be held in
  13. Thumbnail for No nerves for Cosgrove High student thanks to Children's University

    No nerves for Cosgrove High student thanks to Children's…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/No-nerves-for-Cosgrove-High-student-thanks-to-Childrens-University
    9 Jan 2024: In a recent interview with Lucy Breaden on ABC Radio Hobart, Year 7 student Aiden provided firsthand insights into the transformative role of the Peter Underwood Centre’s Children's University Tasmania program in navigating the shift from primary
  14. Thumbnail for Spotlight on Dr Tamara Wood, Senior Lecturer in Law

    Spotlight on Dr Tamara Wood, Senior Lecturer in Law

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/spotlight-on-dr-tamara-wood,-senior-lecturer-in-law
    23 Feb 2024: What inspires you about teaching and interacting with students in Law?Law students are society’s future change makers. Many of our students come into their Law degree with a vision for a better world and, all going well, they leave it with a set
  15. Thumbnail for Students receive $133,000 to make a positive impact on the Tasmanian agricultural industry

    Students receive $133,000 to make a positive impact on the Tasmanian…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/students-receive-$133,000-to-make-a-positive-impact-on-the-tasmanian-agricultural-industry
    30 Apr 2024: Agricultural science scholarships presentationThe future looks bright for agricultural science students who were awarded scholarships totalling over $133,000 to pursue their passion of making a positive impact on Tasmania’s agriculture and food
  16. Thumbnail for Leaders helping to change the face of politics

    Leaders helping to change the face of politics

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/leaders-helping-to-change-the-face-of-politics
    23 Feb 2024: Leaders from across the political spectrum have thrown their support behind an award-winning national program to get more women into politics, to be offered this year through the University of Tasmania. Past premiers Lara Giddings AO and Will Hodgman,
  17. Thumbnail for 45,000 hours of extra-curricular learning and counting

    45,000 hours of extra-curricular learning and counting

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/45,000-hours-of-extra-curricular-learning-and-counting
    15 Jan 2024: Children’s University Tasmania has had its biggest year yet. Last November 742 young people graduated across nine ceremonies in Hobart, Launceston, Burnie and Devonport. Over 1,300 active Children’s University Tasmania members at 52 schools
  18. Thumbnail for Walk Free internship inspiring Zoe

    Walk Free internship inspiring Zoe

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/walk-free-internship-inspiring-zoe
    8 Aug 2023: Struck by the persecution and violence that forced more than 900,000 Rohingya to flee Myanmar, Zoe decided she couldn’t stand by and watch. “After travelling and working for a couple of years, I felt inspired to study social justice at university,
  19. Thumbnail for Co-designing with kids

    Co-designing with kids

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/co-designing-with-kids
    5 Mar 2024: In community centres, galleries and museums in the North and North-West of Tasmania, the Limitless Learning program brings together staff from participating institutions and young people from local schools to jointly construct activities for future
  20. Thumbnail for A big year for higher education

    A big year for higher education

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/a-big-year-for-higher-education
    25 Mar 2024: Rufus BlackThis will be big year for higher education in Australia. It promises to be the start of its next major era of reform. If it is as consequential as the previous era, it will change Australia and Tasmania. Those changes will matter to
  21. Thumbnail for The education crisis imperilling Tasmania’s future and what we can do about it

    The education crisis imperilling Tasmania’s future and what we can do …

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/the-education-crisis-imperilling-tasmanias-future-and-what-we-can-do-about-it
    25 Mar 2024: Rufus BlackOne of the least talked about issues during the Tasmania election is the most important thing an incoming government will need to tackle: education. The State’s economic and social future depends on education, and we have a crisis on
  22. Thumbnail for Students collaborate on Tasmania-first production

    Students collaborate on Tasmania-first production

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/students-collaborate-on-tasmania-first-production
    11 Oct 2023: One play, two directors, two casts, two production teams. A work by one of Australia’s most in-demand playwrights will be staged in the state for the first time this month by two teams of University of Tasmania students in Hobart and
  23. Thumbnail for UniGO student experience removing barriers to overseas study

    UniGO student experience removing barriers to overseas study

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/unigo-student-experience-removing-barriers-to-overseas-study
    28 Nov 2023: A new, fully-funded student experience in Asia offered by the University of Tasmania is removing barriers to overseas study, with half of its participants offered financial scholarships to ensure they don’t miss out. The University Global
  24. Thumbnail for Children have their say in Limitless Learning

    Children have their say in Limitless Learning

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/children-have-their-say-in-limitless-learning
    20 Jun 2023: The Peter Underwood Centre is providing children and young people with a central role in the creation of learning experiences. Our Limitless Learning team are currently working with Children’s University Tasmania members and the staff and
  25. Thumbnail for Law alumna keen to share career options

    Law alumna keen to share career options

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/law-alumna-keen-to-share-career-options
    4 May 2023: Hailing from Blackmans Bay, Law alumna Georgina Barnes BEc-LLB(Hons) 2019, AssocDegPhil 2022, is now an Associate specialising in dispute resolution at Baker McKenzie in Sydney. Georgina works across a broad range of the law on matters which are in
  26. Thumbnail for Music students’ hands-on class with Berlin Philharmonic master

    Music students’ hands-on class with Berlin Philharmonic master

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/music-students-hands-on-class-with-berlin-philharmonic-master
    31 Aug 2023: Music students have taken a masterclass with internationally renowned horn player Stefan Dohr from the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. Five horn players studying at the University joined the special class with Mr Dohr, who was in the state to perform
  27. Thumbnail for Behavioural insights for a better Tasmania

    Behavioural insights for a better Tasmania

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/behavioural-insights-for-a-better-tasmania
    13 Dec 2023: This year, the University of Tasmania celebrated the launch of the State’s first behavioural insights research lab. The Tasmanian Behavioural Lab is a state-of-the-art facility that conducts research and teaching, and provides businesses,
  28. Thumbnail for Empowered to improve the lives of others

    Empowered to improve the lives of others

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/empowered-to-improve-the-lives-of-others
    22 Nov 2023: Nicole McKillop had a dream of becoming a zoologist. She loved animals and wanted to dedicate her life to studying and protecting them. I grew up around animals. I grew up riding horses, owning rabbits. When I ride a horse my vision impairment is not
  29. Thumbnail for Children's University opens a new door to learning

    Children's University opens a new door to learning

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/childrens-university-opens-a-new-door-of-learning-opportunity-for-wilson-family
    6 Jul 2023: For Michelle Wilson and her daughters Ashlegh and Alyssa, Children's University Tasmania has become an exciting part of daily life. Their involvement in Children's University began four years ago when the program was launched at the student's primary
  30. Thumbnail for Law professor to help guide genomics health care future

    Law professor to help guide genomics health care future

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/law-professor-to-help-guide-genomics-health-care-future
    22 Aug 2023: Professor of Law Margaret Otlowski will help guide the nation’s use of genomic science for better health care with her appointment to a key Federal Government advisory body. Professor Otlowski will be part of the Expert Advisory Group on Genomics
  31. Thumbnail for Children's University art in residence at Government House

    Children's University art in residence at Government House

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/childrens-university-art-in-residence-at-government-house
    11 Aug 2023: The Ballroom at Government House is doubling as an art gallery to display the amazing talent of Children's University Tasmania students. Government House, in collaboration with the Peter Underwood Centre, at the University of Tasmania, launched an
  32. Thumbnail for Youth justice system responses to sex offences to be reviewed

    Youth justice system responses to sex offences to be reviewed

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/youth-justice-system-responses-to-sex-offences-to-be-reviewed
    8 Jun 2023: The ability of the state’s youth justice system to respond effectively to sex offences committed by young people will be reviewed by the Tasmania Law Reform Institute. The Institute has received State Government funding of $197,000 to conduct the
  33. Thumbnail for Pioneering educator receives top award

    Pioneering educator receives top award

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/pioneering-educator-receives-top-award
    24 Oct 2023: Alumna and Associate Professor Clair Andersen has become the first Aboriginal person to receive a prestigious award from the Australian Council for Educational Leaders. Associate Professor Andersen has been awarded the ACEL’s Tasmanian Eminent
  34. Thumbnail for Hadley’s student art prize announced

    Hadley’s student art prize announced

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/hadleys-student-art-prize-announced
    24 Jul 2023: South Australian student Azi Hudson has been awarded the Hadley’s national art prize for senior secondary students, presented by the University of Tasmania. Azi’s painting Crosswind was selected by a panel of experts at the University and the
  35. Thumbnail for Literacy symposium to encourage Tasmanian solutions

    Literacy symposium to encourage Tasmanian solutions

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/literacy-symposium-to-encourage-tasmanian-solutions
    28 Aug 2023: Researchers, policy-makers and community representatives will come together on a mission to improve the state’s literacy levels at the University of Tasmania this week. Early years literacy will be the focus of the two-day Cuthill Family Foundation
  36. Thumbnail for Education researcher Carmel Hobbs awarded ABC residency

    Education researcher Carmel Hobbs awarded ABC residency

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/education-researcher-carmel-hobbs-awarded-abc-residency
    7 Jul 2023: Education researcher Carmel Hobbs has been recognised as one of the country’s most promising academic communicators with a sought-after ABC Top 5 residency. Carmel has been selected as one of five Humanities focused researchers to undertake a
  37. Thumbnail for Law Week talks tackle human rights, social change and (de)extinction

    Law Week talks tackle human rights, social change and (de)extinction

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/law-week-talks-tackle-human-rights,-social-change-and-deextinction
    3 May 2023: The University will host talks on some of our most important legal issues, as well as an opening address from Tasmania’s Chief Justice when Law Week kicks off later this month. The Hon Alan Blow AO will officially launch Law Week Tasmania 2023 at
  38. Thumbnail for Creative Writing program at home in City of Literature

    Creative Writing program at home in City of Literature

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/creative-writing-program-at-home-in-city-of-literature
    13 Nov 2023: Hobart’s emergence as a literary hotspot has long been sustained by the talents of students, staff and alumni from the University. Now it is set to benefit more, with the newly named UNESCO City of Literature to be supported by the College of Arts,
  39. Thumbnail for Pathways to Politics for Women broadens reach to Tasmania

    Pathways to Politics for Women broadens reach to Tasmania

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/pathways-to-politics-for-women-broadens-reach-to-tasmania
    30 Nov 2023: Pathways to Politics for Women will go fully national in 2024 with the introduction of its award-winning program to Western Australia and Tasmania, boosting gender equality and diversity in Australian politics nationwide. The inaugural Western
  40. Thumbnail for Undergraduate certificates for a changing business world

    Undergraduate certificates for a changing business world

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/undergraduate-certificates-for-a-changing-business-world
    18 Dec 2023: When the world changes around us, it is important that our opportunities to learn and grow change too. That’s why the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics has worked with industry and professionals to develop a series of new, intensive
  41. Thumbnail for Students find their mojo with Dark Mofo

    Students find their mojo with Dark Mofo

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/students-find-their-mojo-with-dark-mofo
    21 Jun 2023: If Isabella Cooke wanted to see where her Dark Mofo internship might take her, she didn’t have far to look. Isabella’s mentor at Mofo, Communications Coordinator Keira Leonard, was herself a former intern at the festival. It made for a special
  42. Thumbnail for Sam is charting a course for his America’s Cup dream through his studies

    Sam is charting a course for his America’s Cup dream through his…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/sam-king
    23 Aug 2023: Sam King became a sailor almost by accident, but his hard work and training turned that newly discovered passion into a profession. However, he’s not content to stop at simply being a champion sailor. He plans to go one step further and design
  43. Thumbnail for Beyond the stethoscope: Six health careers you can pursue with a biomedicine degree

    Beyond the stethoscope: Six health careers you can pursue with a…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/beyond-the-stethoscope
    24 May 2023: Are you drawn to the vast and vital health field, passionate about making a difference, but don’t necessarily see yourself donning scrubs and a stethoscope?If you're intrigued by the workings of the human body and fascinated by the power of
  44. Thumbnail for Law alumna Dr Alice Edwards on ridding the world of torture and other human rights violations

    Law alumna Dr Alice Edwards on ridding the world of torture and other …

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/law-alumna-dr-alice-edwards-on-ridding-the-world-of-torture-and-other-human-rights-violations
    13 Dec 2023: In July 2022, Dr Alice Edwards was appointed the United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. Based in Italy, she is the first woman to hold this position, which is considered the
  45. Thumbnail for Launcestonian and Nigerian, Reuben’s background gives him a unique dramatic view

    Launcestonian and Nigerian, Reuben’s background gives him a unique…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/reuben-yakubu
    4 Aug 2023: Born and raised in Launceston, but with a multicultural background, Reuben Yakubu has both a deep fascination with local stories, and a unique perspective when it comes to telling them. Reuben is studying his Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Theatre
  46. Thumbnail for Educating incarcerated young people - the case for social justice

    Educating incarcerated young people - the case for social justice

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/educating-incarcerated-young-people-the-case-for-social-justice
    21 Jul 2023: A team of researchers from Victoria University (VU), the University of Tasmania and Deakin University have identified the challenges of educational provision in youth justice centres as well as how improvements can be made. For children and young
  47. Thumbnail for Malcolm in the middle of Children's University learning

    Malcolm in the middle of Children's University learning

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/malcolm-in-the-middle-of-the-best-kind-of-learning
    13 Jun 2023: Children's University Tasmania school coordinator Malcolm McArthur is happy to be compliant in a deception of his students. Mr McArthur, Assistant Principal at Fairview Primary School at New Norfolk, views Children's University Tasmania as an
  48. Thumbnail for Spotlight on Cleo Hansen-Lohrey, Lecturer in Law

    Spotlight on Cleo Hansen-Lohrey, Lecturer in Law

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/spotlight-on-cleo-hansen-lohrey,-lecturer-in-law
    22 Aug 2023: Cleo is a Lecturer in Law and coordinates the administrative law and civil procedure units in the undergraduate law degree. Cleo is also a co-coordinator of the Law Honours program and a convenor of the faculty’s International Law Discussion Group.
  49. Thumbnail for ‘I tend to be very gentle’: how teachers are navigating climate change in the classroom

    ‘I tend to be very gentle’: how teachers are navigating climate…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/i-tend-to-be-very-gentle-how-teachers-are-navigating-climate-change-in-the-classroom
    31 Aug 2023: Climate change education is increasingly seen as an essential part of schooling. The main international test of 15-year-olds’ progress (which Australia participates in) has just announced the next round of testing will include environmental
  50. Thumbnail for School holidays a window for learning for Children's University students

    School holidays a window for learning for Children's University…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/school-holidays-a-window-for-learning-for-childrens-university-students
    21 Jul 2023: A school holiday program for Children's University Tasmania families was drawing to a close at the School of Creative Arts and Media - Media School, University of Tasmania, when words that felt like music to our ears, if not our soul, were uttered
  51. Thumbnail for Law alumna breaks glass ceiling to become a Malaysian federal minister

    Law alumna breaks glass ceiling to become a Malaysian federal minister

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/law-alumna-breaks-glass-ceiling-to-become-a-malaysian-federal-minister
    10 May 2023: Malaysian member of parliament Hannah Yeoh (LLB 2001, GradCertLegalPrac 2003) has created history in her country. In 2013, prior to becoming a federal minister, she was appointed Selangor Legislative Assembly Speaker – the youngest speaker and the

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