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Research reveals cyberbullying is pushing teenage girls towards cosmetic procedures
6 SepAdolescent females subjected to appearance-related cyberbullying are more likely to feel ashamed of their bodies, a desire to change their appearance and suffer eating disorder symptoms, according to new UniSC research.
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Language lover to future educator
6 SepScottish-born Laura Wess is studying a Master of Teaching at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), supported by the Queensland Government’s ‘Turn to Teaching Internship Program’; while she didn’t set out to be a teacher, it was her love for languages and commitment to making a difference in rural communities that led her down the surprising path to teaching.
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Eureka! UniSC insect expert in national science award win
5 SepA University of the Sunshine Coast entomologist helping Queensland children find new insect species in their school grounds to add to a global database is celebrating the project’s win in last night’s 2024 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.
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Spotlight on unusual and elusive wildlife for Threatened Species Day
5 SepThe University of the Sunshine Coast is focusing on animals in danger of disappearing forever and quirky species that deserve the limelight, as part of National Threatened Species Day.
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It’s time to take notice of exceptional Paralympic exploits
3 SepThe Paris Olympics have been and gone but memories of the athletes’ achievements will live on - now we have another opportunity for inspiration through the Paralympic Games.
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Taking her mum’s final lesson to heart
2 SepKristin Papworth thought her life’s course was set — until a conversation with her terminally ill mother changed everything; compelled by her mum’s wish that she fulfill her ambition and become a teacher, Kristin found the strength to pursue an improbable dream and fulfill a final promise.