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Southern Cross University and Changchun University of Technology open joint institute in China

Southern Cross University and Changchun University of Technology representatives at the joint institute launch in China
Education and Teaching

Six-year research program delivers disaster resilience school curriculum

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Scholarships

Students take their learning global in Indonesia

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Research & Academic

From climate resilience to AI innovation, researchers RISE to the challenge

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Health

Partnership offers new horizons for health careers on Norfolk Island

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University News

Research excellence takes the stage at Lismore graduation

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University News

Regional Leaders Academy grows Northern Rivers talent pipeline

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Business

Putting graduates ahead of the AI curve

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Science, Environment & Marine

How water bugs led Dr Brendan Cox to a PhD

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Naturopathy

World Health Organization sets global research priorities for traditional medicine

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Health

Psychology Honours students turn research into impactful stories

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Health

Most people fail to achieve their physical activity goals. Here’s what to do instead.

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Science, Environment & Marine

Clarence River's largest ever sediment survey delivers baseline results

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Rankings

Southern Cross University records major gains in rankings for student experience

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Health

Turning health evidence into a plan for change

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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

Professor Shamit Saggar (ACSES Executive Director) and Dr Cassy King (ACSES Awards Judging Panel Member and presenter of the award) with Dr Liz Good, who received the award on behalf of the Southern Cross University team.
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
Partnerships

30 years of connecting big ideas with community impact at Byron Writers Festival

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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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Research & Academic

Researchers seek opinions from Australia’s grain growers on definitions of regenerative agriculture

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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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Student Life, Groups & Sports

From horchata to hula, cultures unite at Fusion Festival 2026

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Engineering & Technology

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

Southern Cross University Vice-Chancellor, students and academics at the opening event of the Engineering Student Hub
Careers & Employment

New data shows Southern Cross Model lifting student success and satisfaction

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Science, Environment & Marine

From a farming family in India to tackling a global food-security challenge

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Tourism

Mega-events promise legacy (but how do cities actually deliver it)?

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Naturopathy

From new mother to Master's High Distinctions

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Research & Academic

Rising tides, rising tensions: new research calls for rethink of coastal law

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Partnerships

Southern Cross University and ASICS Gold Coast Marathon: partnership in full stride

2026 Gold Coast Marathon Team SCU family photo
Education and Teaching

Early childhood researchers tackle the sector's biggest questions

Waves of Wisdom 2026 conference
Scholarships

The Solomon Islands placement that became a partnership

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University News

Meet the graduates shaping tomorrow

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Health

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

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Rankings

Southern Cross University climbs into the world’s top 300 for sustainable development impact

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Scholarships

Start something bigger – Making it easier to speak up

Nurse John Palencia faces camera in a hospital ward
Scholarships

Start something bigger - Reach young people in new ways

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Health

PhD research helping elite sprinters chase gold ahead of Brisbane 2032

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University News

TAFE graduates to step straight into second year

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Student Life, Groups & Sports

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

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Business

From launch to growth, learn the tools to manage a successful small business

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University News

Celebrating the class of 2026 at Sydney Graduation Ceremonies

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University News

Women leaders unite to strengthen the future of healthcare

Group photo of attendees at the Women in Healthcare Leadership Fund launch luncheon.
University News

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

SCU-KLE Research and Education Hub launch in India
Health

What is Ebola and could it spread to Australia?

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Science, Environment & Marine

New marine field station to anchor whale conservation and student training on the NSW North Coast

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Science, Environment & Marine

Science student heads to international soil judging competition in China

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University News

Breakthroughs meet wave breaks

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Health

Celebrating nursing leadership and legacy

Nephew Rod Williams addresses the Ena Williams Symposium
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
Scholarships

Amanda Butt named 2026 recipient of the Bonnie Boezeman AO Leadership in Nursing Scholarship

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Health

Esports book set to change the game

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Naturopathy

Giving that changes lives at the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine

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Pathways Programs, Short Courses & SCU College

Preparing for Success Program: twenty years of opening doors

20th aniversary of the PSP
Research & Academic

Opinion: The research security dilemma

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Rankings

Nursing receives global boost in new rankings for Southern Cross University

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Law

Graduation is just the beginning

Graduation ceremony - Law Graduate Maureen with Chancellor and Vice Chancellor
University News

Vale Jenny Dowell OAM

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Health

7,000 Steps a Day: What the new 24‑Hour movement guidelines mean for your goals

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Health

Emerging Aboriginal leaders call for greater Indigenous control over native foods

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Education and Teaching

Grow your early childhood education leadership skills

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Health

The hidden cost of sitting still

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Health

Osteopathy students put in joint effort treating athletes at Lismore Samson Fitness Challenge

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Research & Academic

Fulbright Scholar creates a buzz at Southern Cross University

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Science, Environment & Marine

Opinion: Rural rethink required for vet profession

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Health

Australian-first brain cancer study to test hyperbaric oxygen therapy during active treatment

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Research & Academic

Top complementary medicines researcher joins Southern Cross University

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Science, Environment & Marine

When animals fall sick in the regions, who answers the call?

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Health

Ready to help build an inclusive workplace?

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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

Chancellor Sandra McPhee and guests at International Women's day event
Business

Lead sustainable change: Study the circular economy

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Scholarships

Future researchers nurtured through scholarship program

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Scholarships

Three Southern Cross University scholars celebrated on International Women's Day

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Health

Collaborative research aims to keep mental health social workers in regional communities

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University News

New courses in demand as thousands commence studies for 2026

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Partnerships

The science of saving the world's surf breaks

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Engineering & Technology

International model law aims to strengthen building accountability and regulatory clarity

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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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Naturopathy

A university first: Southern Cross brings Clinical hypnosis into higher education

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Science, Environment & Marine

Historic sawfish specimens reveal conservation insights

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Information Technology

Can dengue outbreaks be predicted? Inside the global study tackling a disease that puts nearly half the world at risk

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Law

Reflections on Bondi attack

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Science, Environment & Marine

Two PhDs, one joint award: coastal researchers ride high tide

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Information Technology

Inside the Westpac strategy using diverse local talent to slash tech costs

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Education and Teaching

Faculty of Education Awards recognise student and staff excellence

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Student Life, Groups & Sports

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

A group of SCU students at the 2025 UniSport Nationals on the Gold Coast
Student Life, Groups & Sports

Southern Cross University celebrates exceptional students at excellence awards

Student Awards - academic achievement award receipients
Arts and Humanities

Tribute to Dr Moya Costello

Dr Moya Costello, adjunct Lecturer in Creative Writing
University News

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

Collins Hume CEO Christopher Atkinson receiving award at Northern NSW Business Awards
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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Information Technology

Job-ready from day one: IT students earn Microsoft certifications as they study

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Partnerships

New partnership makes English study more accessible for Colombian students

International students on the Gold Coast campus
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
Law

Young people and the law: Are ‘adult crime, adult time’ policies working?

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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
Law

AI versus artists: the Australian copyright debate

Artwork by Nidia Dias, Google DeepMind
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
Education and Teaching

Southern Cross University academic appointed Lead Author for UN climate report

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Events

Southern Cross University honours graduates at Melbourne Town Hall

Graduates at the Melbourne Town Hall ceremony
Business

It’s business – but not as usual

Southern Cross University New Business Degree
Science, Environment & Marine

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

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Student Life, Groups & Sports

Gold for Ben in World Uni Games; sights now on Glasgow 2026

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Events

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

Crowd walking through the 2023 Byron Writers Festival entrance
Business

Southern Cross University launches redesigned Bachelor of Business to meet industry demands

Bachelor of Business graduate Georgina Holt on campus at the Gold Coast
Events

Empowering ‘the next generation’ this NAIDOC Week

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Partnerships

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

Team SCU runner during 2024 Gold Coast Marathon
University News

OT Students spill the tea on their UK exchange experience

SCU students in the UK on placement
Law

Making Australia’s research security ecosystem work smarter

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Health

Men’s mental health: a regional priority for SCU researchers

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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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Research & Academic

Scientists of a feather flock together for global list of world’s birds

Flying bird
Scholarships

Scholarship opens door to career in mental health nursing

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Science, Environment & Marine

Avant-garde artist Anohni collaborates with scientists to mourn the Great Barrier Reef

A band on stage against a backdrop of coral projected on the screen.
Science, Environment & Marine

What would you do for a scholarship? I biked down the coast of California ‘interviewing’ sea cucumbers

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Science, Environment & Marine

Outback’s inland sea presents rare opportunity in hunt for greenhouse gases

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University News

STEM trailblazers join University Council

Anne Simmons AM
Indigenous Knowledge

Three generations of First Nations women create proud alumni legacy

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Research & Academic

Sydney graduation an evolution of excellence

PhD graduates at Sydney graduation ceremony May 2025
Partnerships

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

Partnership with Poornima University_Rajasthan Royals
Education and Teaching

What to do about a critical shortage of teachers? Helping solve a wicked maths problem

Dr Lewes Peddell walking through our Gold Coast Campus
Scholarships

Recipient of 2025 Bonnie Boezeman AO Scholarship is ICU Nurse Manager Nikki Harrison

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Education and Teaching

Helping give voice to people kept silent in our response to the climate emergency

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Research & Academic

Black soldier flies: The unassuming insect transforming rubbish into resources

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University News

Another round of Southern Cross graduates ready to transform tomorrow

SCU graduation Nov 5 2022
Education and Teaching

Ode to joy: Experts gather to focus on the vital early years

Early Childhood teacher reading with pupil in playground
Naturopathy

Research student spotlight: Elisabete Oliveira

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Partnerships

Exhibition celebrates art, education and autism

Paintings on gallery wall
Rankings

Southern Cross shines brightly with inaugural QS 5 Stars rating

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Naturopathy

Costa showcases University’s medicinal plants to the nation’s garden lovers

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Business

The power of connections: How networking and a business degree fast-tracked Carmel’s career

Carmel Smithers Brand Manager at Dr Zoo and A Bit Hippy
Health

Student-led exhibition showcases nursing placements in India

A nursing student measuring a boy's arm
Law

Law graduate Emily Williams represents Australia as foreign diplomat

Emily Williams representing Australia at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York in 2024
University News

Cyclone Alfred - Updates for staff and students

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University News

Celebrating Southern Cross alumni in New Delhi

Southern Cross University academics and staff with a group of Indian alumni
Scholarships

Three inspiring students awarded International Women’s Day Scholarship

Southern Cross International Womens Day Scholarship Recipients 2025
Research & Academic

Healing the Northern Rivers: the research behind the recovery

Professor Bradley Eyre loading the University research boat from Lismore flood waters
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
Engineering & Technology

Resource recovery to get AI boost in new Southern Cross-led project

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Naturopathy

Groundbreaking trial shows 30% diabetes remission for Aboriginal women

Group of women who took part in diabetes management group
Law

Southern Cross University Law conference addresses housing and homelessness in the Northern Rivers

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Law

A life of advocacy for law graduate Sam Forrester

Law graduate Sam Forrester at NSW Supreme Court
Education and Teaching

Partnership to the power of three: working together to create world-class school environments

Portrait of Associate Professor David Turner
Partnerships

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

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Law

Does the social media ban for children go too far, or not far enough?

Young adult uses social media on mobile phone
Health

Life-changing India exchange for student nurses

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Education and Teaching

Early-career researcher offers new insight on spaces where we learn together

Dr Carla Velario accepting award for research excellence
Research & Academic

Live in the Dubbo region and feeling burned out? Join a clinical trial

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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
Science, Environment & Marine

BBC Panorama turns spotlight on marine cloud brightening

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Law

Pseudo-law and the case of the sovereign citizen: a time waster in court or immunity loophole?

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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

Education a key to stop communities choking on their own waste

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Naturopathy

Fellowship pathway launches for Southern Cross Integrative Medicine students

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Education and Teaching

Change maker: ‘Schools were designed for an era that no longer exists’

David Lynch
Law

Who gets the dog? The legal rights of companion animals in domestic violence cases

Companion animals Ziggy and Rose
Education and Teaching

In my classroom they are not just my students – they are artists

Lexi Lasczik teaching art
Law

Like mother, like daughter: Dakota Rowles is building a legal career to make a difference

Indigenous student Dakota Rowles
University News

Students celebrated at gala event for leadership and excellence

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Law

Southern Cross Dean of Law delivers prestigious Hal Wootten Lecture

Professor David Heilpern delivers Hal Wootton lecture at UNSW
Partnerships

Southern Cross honours 20 years of partnerships with Chinese universities

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Education and Teaching

So much magic in classrooms goes unnoticed and unmeasured

Dr Simone Blom inside environmental science lab
Health

Mixed Reality goggles bring learning to life at Southern Cross University

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Events

Southern Cross University's successful nursery of quality research

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Music and Creative Arts

Exploring female creativity in performance art: Panel discussion

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Health

Award-winning educators to deliver new Medical Laboratory Science degree in 2025

Dr Lily Guo
University News

Alumni showcase inspiration and impact at Melbourne graduation ceremony

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Scholarships

New science scholarship honours inventor of Vegemite

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University News

University mannikins get second life with elite Police team

A mannikin is loaded into an emergency response vehicle
University News

Keeping the power on during emergencies with drones and AI

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Science, Environment & Marine

Advancing atmospheric drone measurements for the Great Barrier Reef's climate resilience

Drone flying above lagoon at One Tree Island
Research & Academic

Citizen science-University collaboration highlights impact of legacy mining in Macleay River

Misty river scene at sunrise
University News

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

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Health

Physiotherapy launches at Coffs Harbour in 2025

Two students in teal shirts walking past a yellow wall
Science, Environment & Marine

Deep diving at the Solitary Islands Aquarium

Stephan Soule giving school engagement talk
University News

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with Southern Cross University

Colourful artwork with NAIDOC logo and text: Keep the fire burning. Blak, loud and proud 7-14 July 2024
University News

Return and Earn comes to Northern Rivers campus

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University News

Return and Earn comes to Northern Rivers campus

Two men watch as a woman feeds a plastics bottle into a recycling station
Indigenous Knowledge

PhD research uncovers stories of hope and hardship among proud Indigenous health workers

Darlene Rotumah sits at her desk
Partnerships

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

2023 Gold Coast Marathon_ SCU Team
Scholarships

Nepalese student discovers nursing passion through Destination Australia scholarship

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Research & Academic

The plastic problem: How Southern Cross University is turning trash into treasure

Images of research equipment for Recirculator research project, as part of the ZeroWaste Research Cluster. Taken for Primex assets.
Partnerships

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

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Research & Academic

Carbon crisis: Should it be out with the old forest, and in with the new?

Tall eucalyptus trees
University News

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

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University News

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

SCU Health Clinic on the Gold Coast campus
Health

Labour of love is an honour for Lismore’s Midwife of the Year

Midwife Renay James holds her Dorothy Edwards Scholarship award
University News

University study leaves an indelible mark on Sydney graduates

SES Deputy Unit Controller Bridget Clark stands in front on a State Emergency Services vehicle
Health

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

Aerial view of a large hospital complex
Research & Academic

How a Fulbright scholarship reignited Nigel Andrew’s spark

Nigel Andrew in dung beetle lab CREDIT Kimberly Sheldon University of Tennessee Knoxville
Science, Environment & Marine

Southern Cross Uni brings research insights to Primex

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