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Expert comment: What comes next after US TikTok ban?
17 Jan

With America’s TikTok ban coming into effect on January 19, UniSC social media expert Dr Karen Sutherland is available to discuss what this means for the social media landscape as a whole – and whether Australia could follow suit.

UniSC students set for life-changing overseas study experience
17 Jan

From studying surfing in Vanuatu to advanced engineering in Hong Kong, a group of University of the Sunshine Coast high achievers is about to add an immersive global dimension to their studies and future careers after being named New Colombo Plan Scholars.

Emily Beecroft with Jesse Aungles are huddled together by the side of the pool, cheering emphatically, during the Mixed 4x100m Medley on day five of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Photo by Ian MacNicol-Getty Images
Paralympian strokes toward success in sport and study
16 Jan

After the Tokyo Paralympic Games, Emily Beecroft made a major life decision that would ultimately result in her kicking bigger goals in her sporting and academic life

Growth, global partnerships and flexible learning options: UniSC unveils future plans
15 Jan

UniSC has unveiled an ambitious future, focusing on a transformative student experience and enrolment growth.

Profile pic of Rachel Walker during her work placement at Lightning netball team
Rachel sets sights on new career goal
15 Jan

When one career path led Rachel to a place she didn't want to be, she left to find another path that would leave her more fulfilled.

UniSC Professor to lead International Energy Agency program
10 Jan

The UniSC’s Professor Mark Brown is leading the global development of the bioenergy industry as the newly appointed Chair of the International Energy Agency Bioenergy program.

Fulbright study: Can US offer solutions to reduce youth crime and reoffending in Australia?
9 Jan

UniSC researcher Dimitra Lattas has been awarded a prestigious US Fulbright Scholarship to research forensic social work education and training, including identifying factors that lead to young criminal behaviour, and interventions to reduce re-offending.

Pixar perfect: the UniSC Arts grad behind the scenes of the world’s biggest animated films
8 Jan

UniSC Arts graduate Lucy Laliberte has worked her way up in the Californian movie industry to her current role as feature film production manager at Pixar.

I’m a skin cancer researcher living on the Sunshine Coast - here’s how I’m enjoying the summer sun
6 Jan

What does skin cancer look like and how can we all check for skin cancer this summer?

What we know about the Commonwealth Prac Payment
3 Jan

Everything you need to know about the Commonwealth Prac Payment for nursing, midwifery, social work and teaching degree students.

From garlic to parsley, new research reveals the herbs and spices Australians love most
2 Jan

A large systematic review of studies has shown eating herbs and spices daily can lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack and stroke.

Women love playing sport – and writing about it
2 Jan

Here are six fascinating and surprising sports books by women.

From the Big Bogan to Larry the Lobster: Why do towns build Big Things?
2 Jan

Despite challenges and debates over heritage conservation, construction of giant landmarks across Australia has not slowed, writes Dr Amy Clarke for The Conversation.