News Centre archive - 2021
Collated on this page is an archive of the University's News Centre stories in 2021.
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Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor go head to head in penalty shootout for Western Sydney University Giving Day
Parramatta’s iconic CommBank Stadium will be the backdrop for an all-star penalty shootout – one of many fun activities planned to celebrate Western Sydney University’s Giving Day.

Opinion: Pat Cummins becomes Australian men’s test captain: why is it so rare for a fast bowler to take the reins?
Australian men’s test cricket captain Tim Paine’s sudden resignation due to a sexting scandal meant a rapid search for a suitable new captain. The most obvious choice was Pat Cummins.

Western Sydney University joins ‘Race to Zero’ pledge for climate action
Western Sydney University has signed the United Nations-led ‘Race to Zero for Universities and Colleges’ pledge.

Ongoing partnership supports student filmmakers of Western Sydney
Western Sydney University is proud to sponsor the annual ‘Made in the West Film Festival’ – a grassroots festival dedicated to screening Western Sydney films.

1 in 6 women have lost their jobs due to managing endometriosis
One in six women have lost their jobs due to managing endometriosis.

New film shines light on Western Sydney University’s work to secure a sustainable future for farming
A new online film series produced by the BBC is putting the spotlight on ground-breaking research by Western Sydney University that is revolutionising the future of food production.
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