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Older jobseekers get access to free Deakin skill testing in new trial

22 January 2019

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Deakin researcher joins EU project exploring religious diversity, radicalisation

22 January 2019

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Two years of Trump: Deakin US politics expert looks at the state of the States
Two years of Trump: Deakin US politics expert looks at the state of the States At its two-year mark the Trump presidency can be seen as mixed to disastrous across a range of criteria, according to Deakin School of Humanities and Social Sciences US politics senior lecturer Dr Zim Nwokora.
18 Jan 2019
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Potential tennis players union could have huge impact: Deakin expert
Potential tennis players union could have huge impact: Deakin expert From winnings redistribution to rescheduling the Australian Open to a cooler month for safety reasons, the creation of the rumoured professional tennis players union could have a huge impact on the future of the sport, according to a Deakin expert.
17 Jan 2019
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Deakin exercise science experts reveal the fitness HIIT of 2019
Deakin exercise science experts reveal the fitness HIIT of 2019 Nearly 50 medical students will arrive in Ballarat today, taking part in a program that hopes to encourage more graduate doctors to consider a career in the region.
17 Jan 2019
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First round offers: Deakin set to welcome next generation of students
First round offers: Deakin set to welcome next generation of students Statement and information from Deakin University Vice-Chancellor Professor Jane den Hollander regarding the University's VTAC first round offers for 2019.
16 Jan 2019
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Deakin international expert available for comment on Brexit deal vote
Deakin international expert available for comment on Brexit deal vote Deakin Professor of International Politics Damien Kingsbury is available to comment on the UK parliament's Brexit deal vote, an issue he said was 'the most important decision to be taken in Britain's post-war history'.
15 Jan 2019
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Bangladeshi elections cement one-party dictatorship: Deakin expert
Bangladeshi elections cement one-party dictatorship: Deakin expert Bangladesh is 'sinking into the lap of tyranny' in the fallout from the country's recent elections, according to a Deakin legal expert.
14 Jan 2019
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Deakin MBA appoints outstanding business leaders to Adjunct Professor roles
Deakin MBA appoints outstanding business leaders to Adjunct Professor roles Deakin University has appointed four new high-profile business leaders to the position of Adjunct Professor on the Deakin Master of Business Administration.
11 Jan 2019
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Deakin welcomes Federal support to regional journalism with scholarships
Deakin welcomes Federal support to regional journalism with scholarships The future of regional journalism has received a boost, with six new Deakin students to be supported through their degrees as part of a Federal Government investment in the rural and regional media sector.
11 Jan 2019
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How to be happier in 2019: Deakin wellbeing expert
How to be happier in 2019: Deakin wellbeing expert Wellbeing has made its way to buzzword status in recent years, and with a raft of New Year's resolutions related to improving one's happiness, a Deakin University life satisfaction researcher and clinical psychologist has some evidence-based advice.
10 Jan 2019
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Sex before 16 increases chance of risk taking later in life: Deakin study
Sex before 16 increases chance of risk taking later in life: Deakin study A first-of-its-kind Australian study has found that teenagers who have sex before age 16 are more likely to exhibit risky sexual behaviours, and engage in substance abuse or antisocial behaviour when they reach age 21.
9 Jan 2019
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Use mozzie repellents with care this summer: Deakin air quality expert
Use mozzie repellents with care this summer: Deakin air quality expert Summer means mosquito season, but a Deakin University air quality expert has warned Australians to be vigilant when using some repellents, which can release highly toxic particles into the air.
7 Jan 2019
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Study shows exercising for appearance's sake a blow to body image
Study shows exercising for appearance's sake a blow to body image Warmer weather brings attention to sculpting the perfect 'beach body', but recent Deakin University research shows that if people exercise to improve their appearance, then working out can actually negatively influence body image.
7 Jan 2019
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Deakin Warrnambool Campus calls for study abroad candidates for 2019
Deakin Warrnambool Campus calls for study abroad candidates for 2019 Deakin's Warrnambool Campus leaders are calling for student candidates to take up new travel and study abroad opportunities to experience life at Deakin or one of more than 200 partner universities around the globe.
3 Jan 2019
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Gen Z teens reject traditional religion, embrace spirituality: Deakin research
Gen Z teens reject traditional religion, embrace spirituality: Deakin research A new Deakin study has revealed the extent of drift from organised religion among Australian Generation Z youths.
3 Jan 2019
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Deck shops with boughs of holly and shoppers forgive bad service: Deakin research
Deck shops with boughs of holly and shoppers forgive bad service: Deakin research Christmas decorations encourage Christian-raised shoppers to be more forgiving of bad service, according to research from Deakin's Business School.
20 Dec 2018
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Majority of dog walkers flouting leashing laws on Victorian beaches
Majority of dog walkers flouting leashing laws on Victorian beaches Victoria's dog-leash laws are failing, with non-compliance the norm for many parts of the state's coastline, according to a joint Deakin University and BirdLife Australia study of the state's beaches.
20 Dec 2018
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Deakin launches first professional practice Master's for engineers
Deakin launches first professional practice Master's for engineers Deakin University and Engineers Australia will today launch an Australian-first course allowing engineers to obtain chartered engineering status and a Master's degree at the same time.
18 Dec 2018
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Deakin's healthy vending machines tackle bad snacking habits
Deakin's healthy vending machines tackle bad snacking habits Deakin students will soon have more healthy food options on campus, with the University this month installing new health-conscious food and drink vending machines.
17 Dec 2018
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New pathways to Deakin for South West TAFE graduates
New pathways to Deakin for South West TAFE graduates Deakin has expanded its pathway arrangements with South West TAFE, meaning more regional students will have the opportunity to leverage their TAFE qualifications into further study.
17 Dec 2018
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ManuFutures tenants to grow faster thanks to Federal Government support
ManuFutures tenants to grow faster thanks to Federal Government support Deakin's advanced manufacturing business incubator, ManuFutures, will develop a new acceleration program to support the emerging enterprises located within the facility, thanks to a new $500,000 Federal Government investment announced today.
14 Dec 2018
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