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UWS welcomes Bradley Report as a blueprint for a competitive knowledge economy
In Brief: The University of Western Sydney welcomes the report from the Federal Government's Bradley Review of the higher education system, saying the recommended $5.7 billion injection in funding over four years is a critical investment in our nation's future. (Posted: 23/12/2008)

Don't miss out on a UWS scholarship
In Brief: Are you waiting for an offer to study at university in 2009? It's not too late to apply for a scholarship at the University of Western Sydney. (Posted: 23/12/2008)

UWS a university on the move, with an increase in first preferences for 2009
In Brief: Demand to study at the University of Western Sydney is on the rise, with UWS increasing its first preferences to over 9000 since September - an increase of 14.4 per cent. (Posted: 23/12/2008)

UWS hosts International Student Leadership Camp
In Brief: The University of Western Sydney has played host to a group of high achieving students for an International Student Leadership Camp. (Posted: 22/12/2008)

Federal Government announces $20.4 million boost to UWS capital program
In Brief: The University of Western Sydney has received $20.4 million in infrastructure funding from the Federal Government - a major investment that will enable UWS to carry out new capital works and infrastructure upgrades across its campuses. (Posted: 17/12/2008)

UWS receives $7.05 million from Federal Government's Diversity and Structural Adjustment Fund
In Brief: The University of Western Sydney has received $7.05 million from the Federal Government's Diversity and Structural Adjustment Fund for innovative projects which will provide higher education opportunities to more people and help build stronger ties with the community. (Posted: 17/12/2008)

UWS Course Decision Day: last opportunity for advice on your future
In Brief: Time is fast approaching for prospective students to decide which university degree they will undertake in 2009. (Posted: 15/12/2008)

Better cooperation could quench Sydney's thirst for water
In Brief: A public forum on water in Western Sydney has identified positive ways governments, businesses and the community can work holistically to meet growing demands on water resources. (Posted: 11/12/2008)

UWS expert reflects on 60 years of human rights
In Brief: Today, 10 December, 2008 marks the 60th anniversary of the birth of modern international human rights law - the adoption by the General Assembly of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). (Posted: 10/12/2008)

Art Exhibition celebrates the talents of those with disabilities
In Brief: The University of Western Sydney and the Australian Foundation for Disability (AFFORD) are showcasing artwork by disabled members of the western Sydney community at an art exhibition on the UWS Bankstown Campus. (Posted: 09/12/2008)

UWS honours its industry partners
In Brief: The University of Western Sydney has recognised the outstanding contributions of its community, industry and government partners from across Greater Western Sydney. (Posted: 08/12/2008)

UWS expert celebrates Australia's volunteers
In Brief: A University of Western Sydney expert will be guest speaker at a special ceremony to celebrate International Volunteers Day. (Posted: 04/12/2008)

New education program aims to prevent sexual assault for young people in dating relationships
In Brief: A researcher from the University of Western Sydney has developed a new sexuality and sexual assault prevention program that will give young people the skills to protect themselves in dating situations. (Posted: 04/12/2008)

Social factors, not mental illness, to blame for high male suicide rate
In Brief: The popular assumption that most suicides are the result of depression or other mental illness has been challenged by a study of male suicide which will be launched later today by researchers at the University of Western Sydney. (Posted: 01/12/2008)

UWS reveals the real world of science
In Brief: Television shows such as The Simpsons often paint a humorous picture about the world of science - from working at a nuclear power plant, to exploring outer space and creating crazy inventions. (Posted: 01/12/2008)

Media alert: Mental health and trauma expert comments on Indian terrorist attack
In Brief: The University of Western Sydney can offer comment from internationally-recognised mental health and disaster expert, Professor Beverley Raphael, on the terrorist attacks in India. (Posted: 28/11/2008)

UWS students have designs on the future, at high tech exhibition
In Brief: Technology, tradition and inspiration combine at this year's University of Western Sydney industrial design student exhibition, WideVision. (Posted: 28/11/2008)

UWS invites nominations for the 2009 Women of the West Award
In Brief: The University of Western Sydney invites nominations for the 2009 Women of the West and Young Women of the West awards. (Posted: 27/11/2008)

Now there's a chance for more male friendly health services, says expert
In Brief: The Federal Government's new initiative to get community feedback and input into a new National Men's Health Policy has been welcomed by a men's health researcher at the University of Western Sydney. (Posted: 26/11/2008)

UWS economist reveals the role of globalisation in the current financial meltdown
In Brief: A University of Western Sydney economist says the current financial crisis could have been averted if economic policy concentrated on the effects of globalisation. (Posted: 24/11/2008)

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