Transforming Tomorrow
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Today’s students lead tomorrow’s change
At Southern Cross University we strive for excellence. Our game-changing new education models bring a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes and quality of life. We harness the combined forces of compelling research, leading educators and our extraordinary communities to improve the university experience and make a positive impact in the world. Together, we are Transforming Tomorrow. The actions we take today impact all our tomorrows.
Transforming Tomorrow stories
Imagine the best tomorrow
One that comes about as a result of our collective efforts – in science, business, humanities, health, technology and education. One that entwines creativity with commerce, and makes justice and equity a priority.
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The other 98 percent
With mental health now a prominent issue in elite sport, Southern Cross University's Associate Professor Christian Swann is co-leading a program that directs the focus into the community. And it is about to reach a global audience.
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Leading by example
Southern Cross University graduate Inkah Fischer was on different path in life before finding her vocation in nursing. Now she is a leader in one of the most demanding areas of care – mental health.
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A new Kynd of care
Community need, family experience, and the willingness to take a risk have all contributed to the success and growth of Kynd, the platform for NDIS and disability support founded by Southern Cross University graduate Michael Metcalfe.
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Sweet success
The Bees for Sustainable Livelihoods research group led by Southern Cross University’s Dr Cooper Schouten is bringing economic and community benefits to the people of the Indo-Pacific, where partnerships and opportunity are more than just a buzzword.
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A novel harvest
Amid growing global demand for crops that provide better nutrition, greater diversity and sustainability, the research of Associate Professor Tobias Kretzschmar holds promise for the growers of the Northern Rivers.
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Conducting the school of life
When speaking with John Stewart – Conductor of the Living School in Lismore – it is soon apparent that education means much more than teaching and learning, fundamental though they may be.
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A connection through time and place
Months later talk of the flood prevails. Ideas and opinions flow. Memories and emotions pour. Hope springs. Long after the inundation, conversations still hold water, water everywhere.
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Growth potential
Dr Kate Neale gives people with disability the chance to create flourishing gardens that in turn help them to flourish as individuals.
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In defence of Mother Nature
Ecological Jurisprudence is a long title for a challenging concept – the legal rights of nature – and Dr Alessandro Pelizzon is one of its most committed and globally influential advocates.
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True colours
A sense of belonging is a fundamental human need, which is why Dr Kathomi Gatwiri is determined to bridge the multicultural gap in Australian society.
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Behind the mask
Sally Smith was 37 and the mother of two growing boys when she enrolled as a mature-age nursing student at Southern Cross University in 2015. Today, she is a leader in her profession.
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Restoring the reef
For marine scientists such as Southern Cross University’s Distinguished Professor Peter Harrison, protecting the Great Barrier Reef is a mission.
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The Education Equation
While mathematics is the field in which Holly excels, her calling is teaching.
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Seen and heard
A sociologist and Professor of Childhood Studies, whose background is in primary teaching and teacher education, Anne has spent years working for children's rights.
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Transforming university education
The Southern Cross Model is different – immersive, responsive, in tune with the 21st century student. It’s a better way to learn. opportunities.
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Devotion to the ocean
Diving deep, Jordan Ivey is in his element. To one side, across the Pacific, lies Vanuatu, land of his ancestors.
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Down to earth
The spirit of transformation runs deep in Dr Hanabeth Luke. As Australian agriculture grapples with its future, she is an inspired scientist and educator.
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Breathing space
Humanihut provides a refuge for refugees; a place for the displaced; and a multi-faceted and superior solution literally under one roof.
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Sailing for climate action
Lisa is a four-time sailing world record holder and citizen scientist on a mission to take community action on climate change around the world with her.
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We acknowledge Widjabal Country as the Country where Southern Cross University originated and grew, and from where it continues to grow. It seeded the growth of our Gumbaynggirr Campus in Coffs Harbour, our Yugambeh Campus in Coolangatta and it planted the seeds to transform the Countries we are on.
Understanding our origins will make each step into the future a more purposeful one, leading all to transform tomorrow.