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“Where are they now?” – Calling Pacific Alumni

We are seeking photos of past students depicting their personal, academic or vocational achievements (great or small) since graduating from Pacific Lutheran College. Are you in contact with a past student? Please ask them to email our Careers...
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Australian Defence Force Programs

Gap Year Program Students can now apply for the 2018 Australian Defence Force (ADF) Gap Year, to experience life in the Navy, Army or Air Force. It’s an opportunity to experience military life, without committing to a longer period. An ADF Gap Year...
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Subject Selection for STEM Careers

Find out which subjects in senior high school prepare you for successful studies at QUT in Science, IT, Engineering, Mathematics, Health and Education! A free careers information evening will be held on 27 th April. This evening provides excellent...
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Upcoming Events

World Science Festival (WSF) Festival events will be held between 22 nd – 26 th March in Brisbane and some regional locations. Visit the WSF website for a look at the exciting presentations and activities available (some of which are already booked...
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International Women’s Day 2017 – Defence Force Leadership High Tea

‘Strike a pose’ was given renewed meaning as Intelligence Officer Lieutenant Kelsee Ravell referred to Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk on ‘Body Language Shaping Who You Are’ and using the ‘Power Pose’ to increase confidence prior to interviews or when facing...
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2017 Next Step Survey

The Queensland Government is conducting its annual statewide survey of all students who completed Year 12 in 2016. The Next Step survey is a brief, confidential survey that gains a comprehensive picture of the employment, study and life choices made...
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Year 12 University Showcase Day

This week, our Year 12 cohort attended the University Showcase Day. Students heard from various university representatives, TAFE and the Defence Forces on topics such as life as a tertiary student, living away from home (including on-campus...
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Meet University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)

Once per month, USC holds an information session and tour of their campus for future students. Career Counsellors also present at these sessions. The next ‘Meet USC’ is on Wednesday 22 nd March from 4.00pm to 7.00pm. Students can register to attend...
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Training Nurses and Doctors of the Future

(Article from the Sunshine Coast Daily 11 th February) The new Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) will employ thousands of health staff and help tens of thousands of patients every year, but it's the next generation of health professionals...
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VET Student Loans - New Program

In the past, students undertaking diploma and advanced diploma courses at TAFE and other approved colleges could defer paying their tuition fees through the VET FEE-HELP scheme. As of 1 st January 2017, this scheme has been replaced by the VET...
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