NEAS Congratulates Southern Cross University Lismore on completing a successful Quality Review Activity.
The recent NEAS Quality Review of SCU Lismore commends the centre for its commitment to professional development. Despite teaching staff being employed on a casual basis, they are employed in a manner that allows them time to prepare materials, mark student work, and participate in professional development sessions. Peer observations are also conducted at least once a year, ensuring ongoing improvement in teaching practices.
SCU’s English program continues to demonstrate its relevance to the university. The NEAS-endorsed online program, now in its second year, serves students at partner universities in north-east China and is set to expand to Japan. Supported by a SCU language teacher onsite, students in this program can progress to the EAP program as a pathway to university studies.
International students at the Lismore campus are warmly welcomed and encouraged to get involved in both campus and community activities. These include volunteering at the local Koala Rescue hospital, participating in student organisation events, and joining university clubs such as gardening and bouldering. The orientation process is continuous and supported by the Careers Advice unit, counsellors, library staff, accommodation advisors, and Surf Life Savers during the season. The university’s partnership with AHN provides additional support through homestay options, and student services are conveniently located near the large outdoor food court on campus.
October 2024
