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ECU welcomes Norwegian nursing students

Eleven international students from Norway are studying with ECU's School of Nursing and Midwifery this semester.

From Perth to the Big Apple: WAAPA graduate lands Fulbright Scholarship

Flavio Colonetti, a graduate of the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) at Edith Cowan University (ECU), has been awarded a 2026 Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarship to undertake a Master of Music in Jazz Studies in New York City later this year.

ECU South West celebrates graduates across generations

ECU South West celebrated both the University and the Children's University graduates from the region in its lively street parade on a day of community togetherness and academic achievement.

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WA state government reveals final plans for ECU Mount Lawley

The plans for ECU Mount Lawley Campus have been released by the State Government, with the goal to create a new housing and cultural development area.

ECU City opens its doors to students

Students were welcomed to Edith Cowan University's new City Campus, as Perth marked the opening of its first comprehensive inner-city university.

ECU research to support sheep industry transition with Federal grant

A team of researchers from the School of Business and Law have been awarded a grant to support diversifying markets for the Australian sheep industry.

Funding opens to develop the next generation of safety leaders in WA mining

The MARS Centre at Edith Cowan University (ECU), with support from the Western Australian government's MARS Program, is offering a limited number of fully funded scholarships for the Graduate Certificate of Leadership in Mining Workplace Safety.

ECU Elder and staff awarded the Order of Australia

ECU is proud to announce that Elder-in-Residence, Dr Roma Yibiyung Winmar AM, and researchers Professor Rob Newton AM and Professor Wei Wang AM have been awarded the prestigious Member of the Order of Australia.

ECU Health Centre to host new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic for Yanchep community

The Lagoon Medical Centre Yanchep at the ECU Health Centre in Yanchep has been selected as the location for a new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic in Western Australia.

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Helping young dancers stay strong: New evidence-based website to support health, wellbeing and performance

With up to 84 per cent of dancers experiencing injury during their careers, a new first-of-its-kind website has launched to help young Australian dancers protect their health.

Shorter may be sweeter: ECU study finds 15-second health ads can curb junk food cravings

A new ECU study has found advertisements that encourage healthy choices can reduce cravings to consume unhealthy foods, and in some cases a 15-second message may be more effective than traditional 30-second commercials.

Can seagrasses survive extreme heat? Exploring how different seagrass species withstand elevated water temperatures

Extreme heat can have a devastating effect on seagrass, however new research from ECU could shape how these vitally important marine ecosystems are managed and restored.

Teaching the human skills AI can't replace

New Edith Cowan University (ECU) research suggests emotional literacy may be one of the most important skills students can learn, not just for relationships, but for their education and careers.

The writing is on the wall — Are kids ditching pens for keyboards?

A nation-wide study of more than 500 Australian primary school students in Year 2 has revealed whether beginner writers' attitude and motivation towards both handwriting and keyboarding can be a major predictor of the quality of their writing.

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A worker was sacked over his side hustle. Here are 5 tips for employees with second gigs

Know the rules so your side gig doesn’t spill over into your main employment.

Reflection: After the alleged Invasion Day incident, we must name the rise of hate and rebuild respect – Opinion by Professor Braden Hill

Professor Braden Hill reflects on compassion and community in times of trial.

As world trade shifts to invitation-only clubs, Australia is facing tough choices

A profound shift is underway in global trade. Governments are moving beyond traditional free trade agreements open to all countries and embracing what are increasingly called "economic security agreements".

From 'this machine kills fascists' to 'King Trump's private army': the art of protest music

Musicians are giving voice to the urgency of Minneapolis. America has a long history of political protest in song.

Your sense of self is deeply tied to your memory – here's how

Memory is at the very heart of who we are, but it's surprisingly complex too.

Does your child want a part-time job? Here's what the law says about kids at work

For teens, a holiday or weekend job is a good way to earn pocket money and learn a new range of skills. But given the historical and ongoing exploitation of child labour across the globe, strict laws are set out to protect children.

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