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Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta high school student wins Torrens University Bright Award

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  Calissa Macare, Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta student is a winner in the Photography category of the Torrens University Bright Awards.  The judges applauded her work, saying “Calissa’s series on floral ice sculptures is a testament to her meticulous composition and striking visual narrative.”   Professor Scott Thompson-Whiteside, Executive Dean, Design and Creative Technology, … Continued

Report on AI in education: GenAI growth outpacing safeguards for school staff and students

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Wednesday 11 September 2024 Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is having a big impact on education. The IEU welcomes the federal government’s response, including the Study Buddy or Influencer report, released overnight. “This parliamentary report is crucial to guiding the safe and ethical use of GenAI in classrooms,” said IEUA NSW/ACT Branch Secretary Carol Matthews. “But … Continued

Springfield Central State High School student wins Torrens University Bright Awards

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Rachel Razunguzwa, Springfield Central State High School has been recognised as a winner at Torrens University Australia’s 2024 Bright Awards which supports arts in high schools as a way of inspiring career options for future creative leaders.   Professor Scott Thompson-Whiteside, Executive Dean, Design and Creative Technology, said the Bright Awards illustrate Torrens University’s commitment … Continued

Local student wins Torrens University Bright Awards

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Audrey Kennedy, Abbotsleigh student has been recognised as a winner at Torrens University Australia’s 2024 Bright Awards which supports arts in high schools as a way of inspiring career options for future creative leaders.     Professor Scott Thompson-Whiteside, Executive Dean, Design and Creative Technology, said the Bright Awards illustrate Torrens University’s commitment to supporting design and creative … Continued

Future visionaries unveiled: Bright Awards Winners Design Tomorrow’s Creative Landscapes

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  Six of Australia’s most promising design and technology high school students have been recognised as winners at Torrens University Australia’s 2024 Bright Awards which supports arts in high schools as a way of inspiring career options for future creative leaders.   Winning submissions included a youth film, Limbo, Floral Ice Sculptures and a digital solution … Continued

Future visionaries unveiled: Bright Awards Winners Design Tomorrow’s Creative Landscapes

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  Six of Australia’s most promising design and technology high school students have been recognised as winners at Torrens University Australia’s 2024 Bright Awards which supports arts in high schools as a way of inspiring career options for future creative leaders.   Winning submissions included a youth film, Limbo, Floral Ice Sculptures and a digital solution … Continued

Speaker to appear before Electoral Matters Committee

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon Milton Dick MP will be appearing as a witness at a public hearing today being held by the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters, as part of its Inquiry into civics education, engagement, and participation in Australia. 9.45 AM to 10.30 AM, Wednesday 11 September 2024Committee Room 1R1Parliament … Continued