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Rankings

Southern Cross University records major gains in rankings for student experience

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University News

Melbourne graduates shine bright

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Health

Centre for Children & Young People co-scientific lead for international child abuse and neglect congress

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University News

Southern Cross Model earns national award for equity-driven curriculum reform

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Education and Teaching

From Au Pair to passionate educator

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Events

Record turnout makes Open Day 2026 our biggest yet

2026 Open Day event on the Gold Coast campus
University News

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Student Excellence Awards

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Partnerships

Southern Cross University and GC50 partner to champion community health

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Education and Teaching

The little things are often the big things: what I learnt in three decades of research

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Science, Environment & Marine

Regional marine science gets a bigger role in NSW research network

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Naturopathy

Healthy ageing initiative sparks new partnership

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Partnerships

Masterclasses bring strong business expertise to Gold Coast

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Student Life, Groups & Sports

The power of play has esports building student connection

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University News

Southern Cross University to lead $4 million national coffee research program

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Engineering & Technology

A new home for future engineers: Gold Coast campus’ new Student Hub

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Careers & Employment

New data shows Southern Cross Model lifting student success and satisfaction

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University News

Nominations open for 2026 Alumni Impact Awards

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Education and Teaching

Early childhood researchers tackle the sector's biggest questions

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Health

How Amy Knott found her future in nursing at Southern Cross University

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Student Life, Groups & Sports

Osteopathy student Ben Guse crowned Male Student-Athlete of the Year

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University News

Women leaders unite to strengthen the future of healthcare

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University News

Southern Cross University and KLE Academy launch joint research hub in India

SCU-KLE Research and Education Hub launch in India
Law

The Conversation: The government has blocked funding to 13 research projects for security reasons. What happens now?

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University News

Forging an integrative health research alliance with India

Health Roundtable in New Delhi
University News

Southern Cross University and Poornima University launch IT pathway program

Representatives from SCU and Poornima University at the IT pathway program launch
Health

$2.46m NHMRC grant boosts national program helping Indigenous mums quit smoking

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Rankings

Nursing receives global boost in new rankings for Southern Cross University

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Research & Academic

Fulbright Scholar creates a buzz at Southern Cross University

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Research & Academic

Top complementary medicines researcher joins Southern Cross University

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Culture, Values & Inclusion

Southern Cross University partners with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative

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University News

Southern Cross Chancellor shares leadership lessons on backing yourself sooner

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University News

New courses in demand as thousands commence studies for 2026

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Engineering & Technology

International model law aims to strengthen building accountability and regulatory clarity

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Research & Academic

Southern Cross University appoints two senior leaders to strengthen academic and research strategy

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Education and Teaching

Leading researcher and inspiration in mathematics education joins Southern Cross

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Harvest to Health

Southern Cross University hosts SCU-Sejong University Plant Science Symposium

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Science, Environment & Marine

New partnership with Wildlife Recovery Australia to train wildlife-ready vets and tackle veterinarian shortage

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University News

Flood-resilient rebuild restores Lismore student housing after 2022 disaster

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Research & Academic

World’s oldest rock art offers clues to early human migration to Australia

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Rankings

Southern Cross lifts in THE Business & Economics subject ranking

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Law

Reflections on Bondi attack

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Law

Georgina Dimopoulos secures 2026 DECRA to advance family law research

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Student Life, Groups & Sports

2025 UniSport Nationals: Southern Cross University soars with record-breaking results

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University News

Southern Cross University streamlines credit recognition across 300+ vocational pathways

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University News

Northern NSW Business Awards prove the community is counting on Southern Cross graduates

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University News

Southern Cross University celebrates 2025 Alumni Impact Award winners

2025 Alumni Impact Award winners
University News

New Graduate Certificates to strengthen regional workforces

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Partnerships

New partnership makes English study more accessible for Colombian students

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University News

Southern Cross inks partnership with Sri Lankan NSBM Green University

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Catchments, Coasts and Communities

It’s sedimentary my dear Watson! Citizen scientists undertake largest-ever survey

Southern Cross University researcher, project lead, Professor Scott Johnston
University News

Southern Cross climbs global rankings

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Science, Environment & Marine

PhD graduands helping solve Reef’s challenges with leading coral restoration expert

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Education and Teaching

Teacher resilience: Hybrid uni-school model for student teachers aims to prevent burnout and increase teaching quality

Victoria Atkinson is a Southern Cross University graduate and teacher at St Joseph’s Primary, Tweed Heads
Science, Environment & Marine

Churchill Fellows set to explore potential of saline agriculture; help green sea turtles overcome disease

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Health

Psychology students explore nature, climate and mental health at 21st annual Honours Conference

Psychology Honours Conference on the Gold Coast in 2022
Events

Southern Cross University honours graduates at Melbourne Town Hall

Graduates at the Melbourne Town Hall ceremony
Research & Academic

Southern Cross University researchers to play pivotal role in new ARC Archaeology Training Centre

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Science, Environment & Marine

Southern Cross Uni certifies Lincoln Institute of Veterinary Business’ professional development courses

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Health

New Tweed Valley Hospital provides healthy ground for placements and research

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University News

Living Lab Northern Rivers recognised for redefining community-led recovery

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Events

Big ideas, bold voices: Southern Cross academics join Byron Writers Festival line-up

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Health

World-class athletics track coming to Lismore campus thanks to major grant boost

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University News

Early Offer applications open for Year 12 students

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University News

Statement from the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tyrone Carlin

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Partnerships

New season of sponsorship with SCU Marlins

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Partnerships

Gold Coast Marathon weekend kicks off with sold-out Southern Cross University 10km Run

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Research & Academic

Coffs Harbour graduation a celebration of resilience and impact

Coffs Harbour PhD graduates June 2025
Partnerships

Getting disengaged students back into mainstream schooling: new research partnership

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University News

STEM trailblazers join University Council

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Partnerships

Southern Cross University and Poornima University launch a new pathway into the Bachelor of Business

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Science, Environment & Marine

Southern Cross researchers secure ‘dream job’ at Lizard Island

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University News

Southern Cross University re-appoints Vice-Chancellor Professor Tyrone Carlin

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University News

Another round of Southern Cross graduates ready to transform tomorrow

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Health

Student-led exhibition showcases nursing placements in India

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Science, Environment & Marine

Diving into study: Todd Thimios’ global career in marine science

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Campus & Study Modes

Southern Cross welcomes largest ever cohort

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University News

Cyclone Alfred - Updates for staff and students

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University News

Celebrating Southern Cross alumni in New Delhi

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Science, Environment & Marine

Meet the ‘mini beasts’ of regenerative farming

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Scholarships

Three inspiring students awarded International Women’s Day Scholarship

Southern Cross International Womens Day Scholarship Recipients 2025
Business

Will Zillman: from footy veteran to veterinarian

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Research & Academic

Healing the Northern Rivers: the research behind the recovery

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Business

Sharon Styman: down to business for strategy and empowerment

Sharon Styman
Partnerships

Southern Cross Gold Coast campus to host World Surfing Conservation Conference 2026

AndyMac, Gail O’Neil, Professor Kirsten Benkendorf and Mark Flanagan
Research & Academic

Dr Alana Gall awarded Investigator Grant to explore bush medicine in contemporary healthcare

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Rankings

QS India Summit 2025: strengthening ties with Southern Cross Indian partners

Southern Cross academics at the QS India Summit 2025
Law

Shelley Watts: fighting fit in the ring of life

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Law

Sue Higginson: leading from the environmental front

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Rankings

Life Sciences, Psychology top latest global subject rankings for Southern Cross University

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Science, Environment & Marine

Dermot O’Gorman: a message of hope for life on earth

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Partnerships

New innings for Southern Cross with Poornima University, partner university of Rajasthan Royals

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Research & Academic

Free 12-month online program to help get adults across Australia more active in 2025

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Scholarships

Four Southern Cross students receive New Colombo Plan scholarships

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Business

New landmark alliance forges closer ties with Indian university

A ceremonial exchange of the Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Southern Cross University and Bharati Vidyapeeth Department of Management Studies, Navi Mumbai on 26th of November 2024
Health

Nic Brown: new thinking on health and human need

Nic Brown
Business

Bella Zanesco: finding balance and joy in life and work

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Information Technology

Sky is the limit for IT graduate Emma Taylor

Emma Taylor
Education and Teaching

Tahlia McGahey: engaging hope for disengaged youth

Tahlia McGahey at Arcadia College
Rankings

Southern Cross is stand-out regional university in QS Sustainability Rankings

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Naturopathy

Forum highlights University role in natural product development

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Rankings

Tourism and Hospitality serve a recipe of success in latest University rankings

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Education and Teaching

Lisa Blair: full sail for climate action

Naturopathy

Fellowship pathway launches for Southern Cross Integrative Medicine students

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Law

Land, Sharing and the Law Conference to explore innovative solutions to North Coast housing crisis

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University News

Students celebrated at gala event for leadership and excellence

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Partnerships

Southern Cross honours 20 years of partnerships with Chinese universities

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Business

Marion Charlton: a high-flier with her feet on the ground

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Science, Environment & Marine

Jordan Ivey: a role model for Indigenous ocean lovers

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Health

Southern Cross University to develop world-first esports guidelines

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Law

Johanna Byrne: determined, humble and helping those in need

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University News

Recipients of 2024 Alumni Impact Awards announced

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Business

Ashok Lavasa: action and ambition for a better world

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Science, Environment & Marine

Kevin Franey: staying the course for the Northern Rivers

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Health

Celebrating Occupational Therapy Week at Southern Cross University

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University News

Southern Cross Medicinal Plant Garden honours Blackmore’s legacy

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Science, Environment & Marine

Lucas Handley: in-depth engagement for the environment

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Events

Southern Cross University's successful nursery of quality research

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Rankings

Southern Cross research quality recognised in latest THE World University Rankings

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Education and Teaching

Holly Wedd: teaching that adds up for the 21st century

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Arts and Humanities

Ben Howling: on screen for a creative adventure

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Science, Environment & Marine

Karl Goodsell: an ocean of energy for positive change

Karl Goodsell
Law

Laura Gerber MP: Local, loyal and leading for the future

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University News

Alumni showcase inspiration and impact at Melbourne graduation ceremony

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Health

Theresa Mitchell: an unconditional commitment to people in need

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University News

University mannikins get second life with elite Police team

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University News

30 years young, a bright future ahead: SCU Buzz

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University News

Keeping the power on during emergencies with drones and AI

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University News

Celebrating 20 years of the Father Tony Glynn Japan-Australia Centre

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University News

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with Southern Cross University

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University News

Return and Earn comes to Northern Rivers campus

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University News

Return and Earn comes to Northern Rivers campus

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Partnerships

2024 Gold Coast Marathon: Team SCU gets race-ready as health students prepare for Recovery Hub

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Rankings

Southern Cross achieves impact ranking for global sustainability

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Partnerships

Southern Cross shines at Lismore Lantern Parade’s 30th anniversary

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Events

Passionate educator celebrates third graduation at Coffs Harbour

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University News

Southern Cross graduates in top tier for pay and employment: GOS data

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Rankings

Southern Cross tops Australia rise in QS World University Rankings

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University News

Improve your wellbeing: naturopathic medicine available now at Southern Cross Health Clinic on the Gold Coast

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University News

University study leaves an indelible mark on Sydney graduates

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Health

Landmark training facility at new Tweed Valley Hospital brings opportunities for students, researchers

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Research & Academic

How a Fulbright scholarship reignited Nigel Andrew’s spark

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Rankings

Research and teaching excellence puts Southern Cross in top 100 Young Universities globally

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University News

Artificial intelligence and the education revolution: SCU Buzz

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Student Life, Groups & Sports

Coaching coup for SCU Gold Rats rugby

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University News

Build to Rent housing for Northern Rivers boosted by Southern Cross Uni land

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University News

Get an early offer to university before ATAR results are released: SCU Buzz

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University News

Southern Cross unveils bold campus vision

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Health

Professor Anne Graham AO named Distinguished Professor

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University News

Recreating an iconic Southern Cross photo 30 years on… new students, new courses, same purpose

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University News

University welcomes Peter Lewis to Council role

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University News

Thousands commence their Southern Cross journey as O Week kicks off across campuses

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University News

Southern Cross Uni land earmarked for 400 homes in first Resilient Lands announcement

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University News

University mourns passing of Hon Andrew Rogers AO KC

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University News

Nurse, academic and now Doctor: Lucy’s work helps health professionals deal with the march of AI

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University News

Southern Cross Uni helping small businesses go circular with plastics

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University News

Gold Coast graduates represent more than 1100 stories of triumph and achievement

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Research & Academic

New study to investigate impact of the 2022 floods on marginalised groups

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Scholarships

Inside the million-dollar scholarship program that supports our brightest, recognises regional talent

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Scholarships

Paying it forward – why scholarships matter

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Scholarships

Spirit of partnership runs deep in new scholarships to support flood-impacted students

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University News

Pride of the region: Awards cast nation's eyes on Lismore flood response and rebuild efforts

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Rankings

New rankings are evidence of Southern Cross commitment to tackle climate emergency and create a more sustainable world

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Scholarships

Three Southern Cross students awarded prestigious New Colombo Plan scholarship

NCP scholarship recipients Nevenya Cameron, Caylin Nel and Chloe Dunemann
University News

Southern Cross University among the nation’s best for student equity and access

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University News

Southern Cross and US university St Cloud State embark on First Nations student exchange

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University News

Southern Cross University honours outstanding alumni

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Research & Academic

Growers needed for research to assess regenerative agriculture

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Research & Academic

Southern Cross University research projects secure more than $1 million in ARC discovery round

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University News

Australian Industrial Hemp research program launches at Southern Cross Uni

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Business

What is design thinking and why does it matter?

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Business

Partnership at the heart of digital $AUD trial for Reserve Bank

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University News

Respectful Conversation about the Referendum

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University News

Advanced IT, graduate entry nursing and business double degrees in expanded 2024 course portfolio

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Research & Academic

Graduates to boost regional research powerhouse

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Rankings

Southern Cross University leaps 80 places in Times Higher Education (THE) World University rankings

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Events

Making a song and dance about our Northern Rivers graduation

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University News

Zero cost textbooks: Southern Cross psych students to save thousands in equitable new approach

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Education and Teaching

Delivering a better way to learn: SCU Buzz

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University News

Reimagining the Lismore campus: Have your say as Southern Cross University plans bold long-term future

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Partnerships

Imagining a better tomorrow at the 2023 Byron Writers Festival

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University News

Simulated births, toothy dating and cyber villains: welcome to Open Day at Southern Cross Uni

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Health

Graduate Mariel 'roars' for homeland Brazil to win World Cup

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Research & Academic

Southern Cross skates up QS World University Rankings

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University News

Southern Cross University ranks among world’s top Young Universities – again!

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