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Opinion: Western Sydney University developing app to show how to keep students engaged

The Vice-Chancellor and President at Western Sydney University has detailed how an app soon to be rolled out at the University will give students greater support to keep them engaged in study.


ABC RN transcript: Vice-Chancellor Professor George Williams discusses higher education sector, student support, and the impact of AI

The following is a transcript of an interview that aired on ABC Radio National Saturday Extra between presenter, Nick Bryant and Vice-Chancellor, Distinguished Professor George Williams AO.


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Opinion: Universities must be reimagined for the AI age

Australia’s competitiveness depends on how quickly we can align education, technology and workforce development with the reality of the world we are in and will be in.


Western Sydney University launches bold new strategic plan, putting students and region at its heart

Western Sydney University has unveiled its new five-year strategic plan, WESTERN 2030, setting out a bold, ambitious and inclusive vision for the future of the University.


Chancellor's Address: NAIDOC Week Gala Dinner

The following speech was delivered by Western Sydney University Chancellor, Professor Jennifer Westacott AC at the NAIDOC Week Gala Dinner event at Western Sydney University's Parramatta City campus, on Friday, 11 July 2025.


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Chancellor's Address: State of the City

The following speech was delivered by Western Sydney University Chancellor, Professor Jennifer Westacott AC at the State of the City event at CommBank Stadium Parramatta, on Friday, 11 July 2025.


Vice-Chancellor's occasional address at June graduation

Vice-Chancellor, Professor George Williams AO delivered the occasional address during the 14 June 2025 graduation ceremony where he was accorded the title of Distinguished Professor.


2GB Ben Fordham: Vice-Chancellor highlights global community impact award and navigating sector challenges

The following is a transcript of an interview that aired on 2GB Radio between presenter, Ben Fordham and Vice-Chancellor and President, Distinguished Professor George Williams AO.


Opinion: Four years of Impact

Universities not only prepare students for the future; each of us have a role in shaping the world they will inherit. At Western Sydney University, two thirds of our students are the first in their families to attend university.



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