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A collection of media highlights from Charles Darwin University
![Critically acclaimed journalist Professor Stan Grant Jnr will deliver this year’s Vincent Lingiari Memorial Lecture at Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Casuarina campus on Friday 6 October.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/Professor%20Stan%20Grant%20Jnr%20.png?h=977a41e6&itok=CSLTAtgO)
Critically acclaimed journalist Stan Grant to present this year’s Vincent Lingiari Memorial Lecture
Critically acclaimed journalist, author, radio and television presenter, documentary film maker and Wiradjuri and Kamilaroi man, Professor Stan Grant Jnr will deliver the 22nd Vincent Lingiari Memorial Lecture at Charles Darwin University (CDU).
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![A partnership between CDU, AIMS and Northern Territory Ranger groups will look to tackle the effects of climate change on North Australia’s turtle population.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/230921_TurtleEvent-1.jpg?h=8c1344d8&itok=GXPvRGBy)
Project to look at climate impacts on Northern Australia's turtle populations
A new project, between Charles Darwin University (CDU), Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) and indigenous ranger groups, will investigate how sea level rise and increasing sand temperature may affect Northern Australia’s turtle populations.
Read more about Project to look at climate impacts on Northern Australia's turtle populationsRich artistic legacy of Aboriginal flag creator honoured with CDU doctorate
Respected First Nations artist and activist Harold Thomas will be presented with an honourary doctorate from Charles Darwin University (CDU) this week, in recognition of his significant contribution to the fine arts and activism for Aboriginal rights.
Read more about Rich artistic legacy of Aboriginal flag creator honoured with CDU doctorate![Imogene Briston graduated from Charles Darwin University (CDU) this week with a Bachelor of Laws.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/230920_CasGrad2023Sem2-1.jpg?h=58c8a5e7&itok=PdwaoLA0)
Long journey ends with great success
The journey to pulling on a cap and gown was long and full of hurdles but worth every minute for Charles Darwin University (CDU) graduate Imogene Briston.
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![The study with Charles Darwin University and the University of Wollongong analysed Twitter data during Australia’s Black Summer bushfires.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-10/bushifre%20tweets.jpg?h=119335f7&itok=r1oxLEjY)
Bushfire tweets reveal role of social media in emergencies
A study on social media activity during the Black Summer bushfires has revealed how the discussions changed through the phases of the disaster, and how critical social media is in disseminating information during natural disasters.
Read more about Bushfire tweets reveal role of social media in emergencies![Charles Darwin University (CDU) researchers predict blue whales will get some relief under El Nino and climate conditions this year.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/DJI_0283_blue%20whale1_2021_cropped%20-%20resave.jpg?h=9f593609&itok=AYdAkmcI)
Australia may swelter, but blue whales predicted to get some relief
While Australia is forecast to swelter under El Niño climate conditions this year, Charles Darwin University (CDU) researchers say it’s good news for blue whales after they suffered through three consecutive years of difficult
Read more about Australia may swelter, but blue whales predicted to get some relief![People living in slums know how to make the most of what they have at hand.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/Slums%20can%20provide%20lessons%20for%20building%20effective%20circular%20cities%20-%20Compressed.jpg?h=85d5de8b&itok=MP4dIe8L)
Slums can provide lessons for building effective circular cities
The slums in the global south hold the key to building circular cities in other developing countries, according to Charles Darwin University (CDU) researchers.
Read more about Slums can provide lessons for building effective circular cities![The review was conducted by experts from Charles Darwin University (CDU) and the University of Bradford in the United Kingdom.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/iStock-1487886497.jpg?h=119335f7&itok=XAedvqAx)
Review highlights significant gaps in suicide prevention technology
Researchers have found users need to be included more in the development of suicide prevention technology, following a review with Charles Darwin University (CDU).
Read more about Review highlights significant gaps in suicide prevention technology![An international team of researchers have joined a collaborative fieldwork program in the Riau Islands of Indonesia to learn more about the critically endangered Clown Wedgefish. Photo Credit: Zaidi](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/Cooki_Meranti_credit_Zaidi_Edited%20-%20updated.jpg?h=26788694&itok=X7t9-0cB)
Researchers help to learn more about critically endangered fish
A multi-national research team from Indonesia, Australia, and the United States, are hunting to find the home of one of the world’s most endangered fish, the Clown Wedgefish, a fish so elusive that it has only ever been recorded at fish markets.
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![Charles Darwin University (CDU) Humanities Discipline Lead Dr Adelle Sefton-Rowston travelled to New York for the residency to teach creative arts to inmates.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/iStock-636761588.jpg?h=125a58ae&itok=8_ye8azU)
Prison education program could help students work towards degree
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) arts program could soon give corrections impacted students the opportunity to work towards a degree.
Read more about Prison education program could help students work towards degree![Professor Dianne Stephens presents at AMSA Rural Health Summit.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/Photo%207-6-2021%2C%2011%2022%2040%20pm.jpg?h=061258c6&itok=RtVZUTZk)
CDU hosts Australian medical student summit for the first time in NT
Charles Darwin University (CDU) has hosted the Australian Medical Student Association’s (AMSA) Rural Health Summit for the first time in the Northern Territory.
Read more about CDU hosts Australian medical student summit for the first time in NT![A satellite image from NAFI of the bushfires sweeping through the Barkly region.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/Barkly%20fire.png?h=e8a7bf50&itok=BKWS7r-n)
NAFI proves invaluable asset in recent bushfire emergency
Decades worth of fire knowledge, data and experience were put to the test this month with the North Australia & Rangelands Fire Information (NAFI) service receiving an unprecedented number of map requests during the Barkly region bushfires.
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New cooking competition honours late NT culinary legend and showcases students’ skills
The Inaugural Ty Lee Culinary Challenge was held at the CDU Palmerston TAFE campus this week. The newly created challenge was designed to honour the late Ty Lee former culinary lecturer at CDU and to upskill CDU students to be competition ready.
Read more about New cooking competition honours late NT culinary legend and showcases students’ skills![Engineers Australia awards](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/CDU%20engineering%20researchers%20recognised%20at%20Engineers%20Australia%20excellence%20awards%20%281%29-%20compressed.jpg?h=8b23b808&itok=Mevkulv0)
CDU engineering researchers recognised at Engineers Australia excellence awards
Two of Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) researchers in engineering have been recognised for their achievements in the industry at the recent Engineers Australia excellence awards.
Read more about CDU engineering researchers recognised at Engineers Australia excellence awards![CDU Chemistry Senior Lecturer Dr Vinuthaa Murthy received the Best Scientist award for her coordination of various activities and events to communicate complex chemistry topics to the public.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/230923_NTScienceWeekAwards-10.jpg?h=58c8a5e7&itok=TGLOkHfB)
CDU lecturer wins best scientist at NT Science Week Awards
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) lecturer has been recognised at the recent NT Science Week Awards for her dedication to promoting science to high school students and the NT community.
Read more about CDU lecturer wins best scientist at NT Science Week Awards![VC Scott Bowman, Her Honour Vicki O'Halloran](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/VC%20Scott%20Bowman%2C%20Her%20Honour%20O%27Halloran.jpg?h=24806f15&itok=i1IF3VFy)
Former Administrator takes up role at Charles Darwin University
Charles Darwin University has announced the appointment of the Hon Vicki O’Halloran AO CVO to the role of Director of Advancement and Community Connections.
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CDU PhD student awarded Postgraduate research award
A PhD student from Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Energy Research Institute has been awarded the highly competitive 2023 Postgraduate Research Award (PGRA) by the Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering.
Read more about CDU PhD student awarded Postgraduate research award![Your Voice Student Network](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/CDU-2018-08-SydneyCampus-85.jpg?h=10d202d3&itok=wwdkKkwi)
CDU's Your Voice Student Network in running for key award
Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Your Voice Student Network has been shortlisted for an award at the upcoming Ashton Media 2023 CX Awards which recognises excellence in customer experience in Australia and New Zealand.
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CDU graduates and current students join the SDX team
Several current students and recent graduates from Charles Darwin University (CDU) have been putting their skills to the test in the University’s Student Digital Experience (SDX) team as well as gaining some all-important experience in the workforce.
Read more about CDU graduates and current students join the SDX team![CDU student Lillie Fielding](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/Lillie-Fielding.jpg?h=3873714b&itok=w6N86J2N)
CDU student a rising star in Culinary Arts
Charles Darwin University (CDU) Cookery student Lillie Fielding has taken home the silver medal at the National Apprentice Competition Finals held in Sydney.
Read more about CDU student a rising star in Culinary Arts![CDU Student Council 2023](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/230224_StudentCouncil-12.jpg?h=667e09b3&itok=PC8NsRKS)
CDU Student Council dedicated to platforming diverse voices
Charles Darwin University (CDU) students have banded together to make a mark on university life, as this year’s CDU Student Council members share their dedication to promoting a connected and engaged student community.
Read more about CDU Student Council dedicated to platforming diverse voices![Yuanmo (Amy) Hu is currently pursuing a Master of Arts, but an opportunity at Territory FM became an avenue for her to marry passion and profession.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/DSC_0585.jpeg?h=9f0f01e4&itok=Gz5alqLu)
CDU student dreams up design while volunteering at local radio station
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) student with a background in graphic design is using her skills to give back to the community, volunteering behind-the-scenes at a local and well-loved radio station.
Read more about CDU student dreams up design while volunteering at local radio stationStudents head to Kakadu as part of Indigenous Livelihoods intensive
Students have participated in the Natural Resources and Indigenous Livelihoods intensive exploring the synergies between natural resource-based enterprise development and Indigenous Livelihoods.
Read more about Students head to Kakadu as part of Indigenous Livelihoods intensive![Master of Engineering students Kevin Gondaliya and Allen Glo are completing internships at the construction site of CDU’s new city campus, the Education and Community Precinct.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/CDU%20engineering%20students%20Kevin%20Gondaliya%20and%20Allen%20Glo%20at%20the%20city%20campus%20construction%20site.jpg?h=5dc9785f&itok=ExA0k1r0)
Engineering students put skills into practice at CDU's city campus
Two Charles Darwin University (CDU) students are laying the foundations of their careers in engineering while also helping to build the University’s future.
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![Charles Darwin University celebrated more than 1,000 students graduating in Semester 2.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-09/230921_CasGrad2023Sem2Cr5-7.jpg?h=8c1344d8&itok=Hl4nlBlL)
Smiles and cheers for this semester's graduates
Charles Darwin University celebrated more than 1,000 students graduating in Semester 2 at the first graduation on campus in 12 years. These are the faces of CDU's proud graduates.
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