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From Western Sydney to Hollywood, Joel Edgerton recognised with honorary doctorate
As one of Australia’s most respected actors, Joel Edgerton has graced the theatre stage along with some of the biggest sets in film. Today he crossed the stage once more, to receive an honorary doctorate from Western Sydney University.
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As ATARs are released, Vice-Chancellor George Williams encourages HSC students to follow their dreams
The University’s Vice-Chancellor, Distinguished Professor George Williams AO, has shared his congratulations with the class of 2024 as more than 50,000 HSC students receive their results today.
University wasn’t the right fit, until it was
After finishing Year 12, Layal Arifaki wasn’t sure that undertaking a bachelor’s degree was going to be the right fit for her. Like many students approaching the end of their high school years, Layal was considering the many options available and was feeling the weight of making such a big decision.
Medical graduates set to join the ranks of doctors for Western Sydney hospitals
Western Sydney will receive an injection of new doctors for its hospitals, with more than 100 new medical students graduating today from Western Sydney University.
Western Sydney University celebrates 10 years of Christmas cheer with Chancellor’s Toy Appeal
Marking a decade of generosity and community spirit, the Western Sydney University community has embraced the annual Chancellor’s Toy Appeal by donating over 350 toys for local children and their families in need this Christmas.
Research success
Western Sydney University Research Image Competition
The annual Research Image Competition has again brought to life Western Sydney University's research through images.
New report reveals the extent of the digital divide between NSW school students
New University research indicates that, unless immediate action is taken to ensure equal access to devices, internet and essential digital skills for all learners, many school students across NSW risk falling behind in their education and life outcomes.
Expert opinion
Opinion: Astronomers’ world-first discovery: twin stars trapped in galactic black hole orbit
At the centre of the Milky Way is a supermassive black hole called Sagittarius A*. It is roughly 27,000 light years from Earth and 23.5 million kilometres in diameter.
To this year’s HSC graduates, VC George Williams says take a moment to celebrate your achievements and remember you are not your mark
Vice-Chancellor, Professor George Williams AO, congratulates the class of 2024 on successfully completing their HSC.
Awards and appointments
Western Sydney University receives two prestigious SAGE Cygnet Awards
Western Sydney University is proud to announce it has been awarded two prestigious SAGE Cygnet Awards.
Western Sydney University appoints new Dean of Business
Western Sydney University is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Hind Benbya as the Dean of the School of Business.
Student Spotlight
University wasn’t the right fit, until it was
After finishing Year 12, Layal Arifaki wasn’t sure that undertaking a bachelor’s degree was going to be the right fit for her. Like many students approaching the end of their high school years, Layal was considering the many options available and was feeling the weight of making such a big decision.
Student architecture exhibition challenges the boundaries of our skyline and imagination
Student architects from Western Sydney University have hosted an end of year exhibition highlighting innovative and creative works by talented students within the University’s Architecture program.
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Western Sydney University pledges to be nature positive by 2029
Western Sydney University has taken the next step to join the Nature Positive Universities network, an initiative led by the United Nations (UN) and the University of Oxford.
Opinion: Astronomers’ world-first discovery: twin stars trapped in galactic black hole orbit
At the centre of the Milky Way is a supermassive black hole called Sagittarius A*. It is roughly 27,000 light years from Earth and 23.5 million kilometres in diameter.
To this year’s HSC graduates, VC George Williams says take a moment to celebrate your achievements and remember you are not your mark
Vice-Chancellor, Professor George Williams AO, congratulates the class of 2024 on successfully completing their HSC.
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