Miscellaneity

UQ's Blair Knight has used his passion for photography to capture the beauty of UQ St Lucia’s wildlife.

Homestay host mother Susan Blunt shares her family’s experience hosting students from all over the world who have come to Brisbane to study English at The University of Queensland’s Institute for Continuing & TESOL Education (ICTE-UQ).

Drinking is embedded in Australia’s social culture, however there is little education around responsible alcohol consumption. Lucy Clark joined students at UQ’s St Leo’s and Grace colleges to see how this is changing.

Sticking his best beak forward was not a wise idea for George the echidna, who recently ended up with a fractured beak near the town of St George, Queensland.

From fangs to feathers, scales to skin – staff and students at the UQ Vets Small Animal Hospital never know what patient will come through the door next. One thing is consistent – the smiling face of Dr Bob Doneley.

Georgie Nielsen is a former lawyer who grew up in Townsville, studied on the Gold Coast and now works as UQ’s Outreach Program Coordinator. After deciding law was not her cup of tea, she swapped the courtroom for the classroom, and now works with high school students to raise tertiary aspirations. She shares an insight into her experiences and the importance of following your passion.

Move over mowers - UQ’s Gatton campus is shepherding a new solution for solar farm maintenance.

Soapbox Science Brisbane organiser Alienor Chauvenet discusses the need to promote gender equity in science.

Professional Staff from The University of Queensland’s School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences often hear about the effects of viruses such as dengue through their work with researchers, but a recent team building exercise gave them a hands-on experience. School Manager Mark Starkey describes the experience.

University of Queensland Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education student and rhythmic gymnast Danielle Prince gives us an insight into her preparations for the Rio Olympics and how she deals with the nerves of competing on the world stage.