2024
Articles
06 December 2024
How to retire well: what we can learn from Japanese seniors
Dr Shiori Shakuto, Lecturer in Anthropology, spoke to 100 Japanese seniors, and learnt the secret to a good retirement is a good working life.
06 December 2024
Why are boys outperforming girls in maths?
Dr Ben Zunica and Dr Bronwyn Reid O'Connor from the Sydney School of Education and Social Work say social factors, stereotypes and a lack of confidence are among the reasons why girls are under-represented in maths courses at school, and suggest three strategies on how to narrow the maths gender gap.
03 December 2024
SCA New Contemporaries exhibition 2024
The annual SCA New Contemporaries exhibition is on from Friday 29 November to Saturday 7 December to showcase the work of the 2024 Sydney College of the Arts graduating cohort.
02 December 2024
Strategic Public Relations internship puts theory into practice
Strategic Public Relations student Boyi gained industry experience at Havas Red Australia. During his internship he upskilled in media monitoring, article writing, and strategic client engagement.
28 November 2024
Machu Picchu and the treasures of Peru: an archaeologist explains
Dr Jacob Bongers, an archaeologist who specialises in Indigenous cultures in Peru, shares his knowledge on the largest collection of ancient Andean gold to ever travel outside Peru.
21 November 2024
Shaping the future of teaching
The University of Sydney continues its commitment to providing equitable access to education for all, encouraging diverse pathways into education for high school students and supporting the early career teaching community in regional Australia.
20 November 2024
Parents don't need to feel guilty about day care - children can thrive
A new research discussion paper reviewing Australian childcare policy led by Associate Professor Luara Ferracioli advocates for universal access to early childhood education and care, highlighting its crucial role in a child's wellbeing and future success.
18 November 2024
Block mode of university study revisited
Researchers from the Sydney School of Education and Social Work have been researching the outcomes of the away from base, or ‘Block’, mode of study that has decreased in prevalence at the University of Sydney over the past few years.
13 November 2024
The Peace and Social Justice Scholarship in memory of Marty Morrison
The Peace and Social Justice Scholarship supports Master of Social Justice students at the University of Sydney, honouring Marty Morrison's legacy of activism, compassion, and commitment to human rights and equality.
06 November 2024
Celebrating student success in art, communication and English
The School of Art, Communication and English hosted its 2024 Prizes Ceremony to celebrate the academic excellence of 56 students with academics staff, donors, family and friends.