WOLLONGONG, Australia, Sept. 15 -- The University of Wollongong issued the following news release: * * * $30 million UOW Futures Fund to create opportunity for generations September 15, 2026 $20 million from UOW Global Enterprises dividend seeds endowment for students, research and the region The University of Wollongong (UOW) has launched the UOW Futures Fund, a university endowment that will provide a permanent source of support for students, research, innovation and community impact. The fund currently stands at $26 million, and when co more PR

GALWAY CITY, Ireland, Sept. 15 -- Atlantic Technological University issued the following news release: * * * ATU to showcase how research is driving regional enterprise and innovation at major regional conference September 15, 2026 Atlantic Technological University (ATU) will bring together researchers, industry leaders, policymakers and community stakeholders from across Ireland for major regional conference, From Research to Regional Enterprise. Hosted by RISE@ATU, From Research to Regional Enterprise is a two-day conference taking pla more PR

MONTREAL, Quebec, Sept. 14 -- McGill University posted the following news release: * * * Building stronger teams, in sports and beyond * A sports psychology intervention aimed at improving the culture of the McGill Redbirds football team provides valuable insights that can be applied in many organizational settings, researchers say. During the 13-week intervention, athletes were invited to work together to define the team's values and recommend how to cultivate and reinforce them. "Our findings suggest this can be an effective way to fost more PR

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Sept. 15 -- The University of Johannesburg issued the following news release: * * * Can Ethics Be Taught? UJ and PSETA Explore Ethics in Public Administration September 15, 2026 As South Africa observes Integrated Public Service Month, which promotes good service delivery and encourages public servants to engage directly with citizens, the University of Johannesburg (UJ), in partnership with the Public Service Education and Training Authority (PSETA), hosted a hybrid seminar at the Johannesburg Business School (J more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Sept. 16 -- The University of Queensland posted the following news: * * * Children's oral health improved but postcode gap remains * #Key points * Not all Queensland children are benefitting from programs designed to improve child oral health. * Oral health data was collected from 7,718 Queensland school students aged between 5 -14 years and compared with the first QCOHS study in 2010-2012. * Nearly one-third of Queensland children lack access to fluoridated water, mainly in regional areas. A decade-long examinat more PR

LEICESTER, England, Sept. 15 -- De Montfort University issued the following news: * * * DMU named runner-up as best sustainability institution in the world De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has been named highly commended in the International Green Gown Awards 2026, placing it as runner-up for the world's best sustainability institution. The news comes days after that DMU was shortlisted for Times Higher Education's University of the Year 2026 award, capping a standout few days for the university's national and international standing.  more PR

BEDFORD PARK, Australia, Sept. 15 -- Flinders University posted the following news: * * * Flinders' nuclear courses to power South Australia's future AUKUS workforce * In a major step towards building the highly skilled workforce needed to support Australia's future AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine program, Flinders University is offering new postgraduate courses specialising in nuclear science, technologies and skills. In an agreement signed in London on 12 September 2026, witnessed by Minister for State Development Chris Picton, Flinders  more PR

ANTIGONISH, Nova Scotia, Sept. 15 -- St. Francis Xavier University posted the following news: * * * From campus gardens to community food security: StFX student's vision takes root * Campus to Community: Sharing stories from our ongoing connections St. Francis Xavier University doesn't stop at the edge of campus. Campus to Community is an ongoing series highlighting the deep ties between StFX and the communities it serves. We're shining a light on these relationships-from research labs and global outreach, to service and shared purpose-a more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, Sept. 15 -- The University of Glasgow posted the following news: * * * Gaelic, Scots and Norse place-names lead scientists to Scotland's hidden oyster beds * Analysing original Gaelic and Scots place-names has helped a team of scientists rediscover the locations of important oyster beds on the West Coast of Scotland. The discoveries, made on Mull and Islay, by a team of researchers at the University of Glasgow, with support and guidance from local tradition and knowledge bearers, highlight the fundamental links between l more PR

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Sept. 15 -- The University of the Witwatersrand posted the following news: * * * How prescribing physical activity for cancer could be a gamechanger * Everyone knows someone with cancer, but few consider exercise as a treatment option, as no protocol exists in SA. PhD student Cherien Roux aims to change that. "I came back to South Africa with a goal. My mother had breast cancer..." Cherien was in high school when her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her mother endured debilitating but necessary chemoth more PR

PALMERSTON NORTH, New Zealand, Sept. 15 -- Massey University issued the following news release: * * * How the people of Palmerston North helped build Massey 99 years ago Tuesday 15 September 2026 The key role that the people of Palmerston North have played in the 99 year history of Te Kunenga ki Purehuroa Massey University is the focus on a presentation at Palmerston North City Library during local history month. Massey University Archivist Louis Changuion will use photographs, documents, maps and other archival materials to explore the re more PR

KAMLOOPS, British Columbia, Sept. 15 -- Thompson Rivers University posted the following news release: * * * Indigenous education leader to receive honorary degree at TRU * Internationally respected Maori scholar and advocate Dr. Graham Hingangaroa Smith will receive an honorary Doctor of Letters degree from Thompson Rivers University (TRU) during Fall Convocation on Friday, Oct. 9. Smith is being recognized for his transformative contributions to Indigenous education, scholarship and self-determination in Aotearoa New Zealand, Canada and a more PR

LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines, Sept. 15 -- Bicol University issued the following news: * * * LandBank to launch Cash-Lite Campus in BU September 14, 2026 In a move that brings digital banking, financial education, and real-world career pipelines straight to the campus, Bicol University (BU) and the Land Bank of the Philippines (LandBank) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to launch "Cash-Lite Campus" program for the BU community, on September 7, 2026. Beyond a routine partnership, the Cash-Lite Campus program marks a deliberate step towar more PR

LONDON, England, Sept. 15 -- The London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine issued the following news: * * * LSHTM ranked best university in the UK for public health for 10th year running 15 September 2026 Results of the 2026 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects highlight performance of world universities across key indicators The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is the top university for public health in the UK for the 10th year in a row, according to the 2026 ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Acad more PR

MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 15 -- Monash University issued the following news: * * * Appointment: Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and Vice-President (Health) 15 September 2026 Monash University has announced the appointment of Professor Euan Wallace AM as Monash's new Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and Vice-President (Health), following an extensive global search. Professor Wallace will commence his new role at Monash on 2 November 2026. Professor Wallace has had a long an more PR

SACKVILLE, New Brunswick, Sept. 15 -- Mount Allison University issued the following news: * * * Dr. Andrea Beverley named interim Dean of Arts 14 Sep 2026 Longtime Mount Allison professor brings a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to Faculty of Arts leadership For more than a decade, Dr. Andrea Beverley has helped Mount Allison students explore the stories, ideas, and experiences that shape Canada. Now, she is bringing that same curiosity, care, and collaborative spirit to a new role as Interim Dean of Arts. Beverley, an Associate more PR

PERTH, Australia, Sept. 16 -- Murdoch University posted the following news: * * * Rainbow toolkit to break binaries in higher education * Last week, Murdoch University and Higher Ed Australia Pride Practitioners (HEAPPS) WA, hosted the Rainbow Futures in Research and Teaching: Queering Methodology and Pedagogy in Australia book launch. The book curates a pioneering collection of work from queer scholars and allies across Australia, exploring queering of methodology, pedagogy and curriculum across disciplines. Edited by Professor Wendy Cu more PR

CARDIFF, Wales, Sept. 14 -- Cardiff University posted the following news: * * * Research meets creativity at Green Man 2026 * Cardiff University researchers, artists and festival audiences came together at the Pandemonium stage at Green Man 2026 to explore some of society's most pressing challenges. Green Man is Wales' largest music, science and contemporary culture festival, attracting around 25,000 visitors each day. Pandemonium is Green Man's interactive challenge-and-solution stage, bringing together researchers, artists and the public more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, Sept. 15 -- Newcastle University issued the following news: * * * Sustainability leader honoured by Newcastle University Published on: 14 September 2026 An international leader in sustainability and clean-energy transition has been recognised by the University with a Professorship of Practice. Mr Anant Ambani, known for his work in conservation, biodiversity protection, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship received the honour in recognition of his significant contributions to advancing a more sustaina more PR

PRETORIA, South Africa, Sept. 15 -- Tshwane University of Technology posted the following news: * * * TUT strengthens strategic ties with the Mpumalanga provincial government * A significant milestone was achieved by the Mbombela Campus under the leadership of Dr Ndiadivha Sikhweni, following a high-level engagement with the Premier of Mpumalanga, Mr Mandla Ndlovu, to strengthen collaboration between the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and the Mpumalanga Provincial Government. Premier of Mpumalanga, Mr Mandla Ndlovu. The meeting, he more PR

CHICHESTER, England, Sept. 15 -- The University of Chichester issued the following news: * * * Alex Polizzi Shares Business Lessons at Back to Business Launch Date published 14 Sep 2026 The University of Chichester welcomed business leaders from across the region for the inaugural Back to Business event on Friday 11 September, hosting what is planned to become an annual fixture in the local business calendar. Organised by the Chichester Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by both the University and Chichester District Council, the event bro more PR

GALWAY, Ireland, Sept. 15 (TNSrpt) -- The University of Galway issued the following news: * * * New research identifies policy priorities to support women-led innovation in Irish farming Sep 14 2026 New research from University of Galway, Longford Women's Link and Teagasc has identified nine policy priorities to better support women-led innovation in Irish farming and rural areas. The research is presented in a series of policy briefs, developed as part of the three-year FLIARA project- Female-Led Innovation in Agriculture and Rural Areas  more PR

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia, Sept. 15 -- The University of Ljubljana issued the following news: * * * The rapid development of these capabilities underscores why we need a thoughtful approach Date of publication: 14. 9. 2026 In recent years, artificial intelligence has moved from research laboratories and technology companies into nearly every aspect of our work and lives. Initially, the focus was primarily on its capabilities: how quickly it can generate text, prepare a summary, write program code, or assist with data analysis. Today, we are enter more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Sept. 15 (TNSrep) -- The University of Sydney issued the following news: * * * 15 September 2026 University of Sydney launches industry-first Climate and Nature Transition Plan Landmark plan sets 12 targets to cut emissions, build climate resilience and restore nature. - The University of Sydney has unveiled an industry-leading plan to tackle climate change and nature loss, backed by 12 public targets. The Climate and Nature Transition Plan sets a clear path for action through to 2032. The plan succeeds the University more PR

COVENTRY, England, Sept. 15 -- The University of Warwick issued the following news release: * * * University of Warwick to lead development of Project SNOW to provide data-driven delivery of healthcare. * Project SNOW is supported by Google.org through the global Google.org Impact Challenge: AI for Government. The project was one of 15 selected for funding out of over 2600 applications from across the world. The Project SNOW consortium takes its name from Dr John Snow, the English physician whose investigation of cholera in London in 1854 more PR

JUJA, Kenya, Sept. 15 -- Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology issued the following news: * * * September 15, 2026 Woven Time: How Two JKUAT Students Turned Kenya's Arid Light into an International Architectural Landmark Wambugu Maranga and Henry Ronoh, architecture graduates from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), have made history as the first Kenyan entrants to win the prestigious Light of Tomorrow by VELUX global competition, emerging as the Regional Winners for Africa in 2026. Their winning more PR