News Centre archive - 2014
Collated on this page is an archive of the University's News Centre stories in 2014.
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Penrith Panthers join Television Sydney for new documentary
A new documentary following seven Western Sydney teenage boys as they trek the infamous Kokoda Trail with stars from the Panthers NRL team.
Numbers game: The challenge of maths in our schools
A survey of NSW teachers found they believe many capable high school students are opting out of high-level maths in their HSC in order to maximise their ATAR.
Acceleration, the fate of the Universe lies within
Ever wondered how the Universe will end? Will there be that elusive Big Bang or perhaps just a subtle whimper?
Growing up Queer: Homophobia and transphobia linked to mental health issues
A new study has found that 16% of young people who identify as Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Intersex or Queer (LGBTIQ) have attempted suicide and 33% have harmed themselves.
UWS appoints new Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development)
The University of Western Sydney’s national and international research reputation is set to go from strength to strength with the appointment of Professor Scott Holmes as the University’s new Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development).
Cool runnings: Jana trades hospital scrubs for the icy slopes as she competes in the winter Olympics
UWS medical student, Jana Pittman, is temporarily swapping a stethoscope for a bobsled, as she gets ready for the Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia.
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