Kempsey is going to uni
Published on 26 April 2021
The new Country Universities Centre (CUC) Macleay Valley will hold its Official Opening on Friday 30 April at 11.30am.
CUC Macleay Valley have created a dedicated learning and study space to support distance learning in the shire.
The Centre has been designed for regional and remote students so that they can be supported to study while continuing to participate in local work, and remain with family and friends. Students have access to modern technology, high-speed internet and wraparound support to help them thrive and succeed in their studies.
CUC Macleay Valley will work to improve opportunities, capacities and knowledge in the local regional workforce and community.
Council staff and Mayor Liz Campbell attended a walkthrough of the new Centre ahead of the centre opening its doors to students on Thursday 18 March.
“The new Centre is a fantastic space, it feels special to be in and is conducive for study. The finishing touch will be all the students filling the Centre,” said Cr Campbell who is also the CUC Macleay Valley Chair.
“The CUC Macleay Valley will provide students with the opportunity to connect with likeminded people, create a learning network, and study in a brand-new study hub."
The CUC Macleay Valley is free for students studying at any higher education institution in Australia. From Diploma to PhD, for students who have part or full-time study loads.
The CUC’s Centre Manager, Kinne Ring, said she is excited that the CUC is finally open for students the Macleay Valley community.
“Students in the Macleay Valley are already benefiting enormously from the Centre and more than 60 have already completed their orientation" said Ms Ring.
One of those students is Annabelle Sneddon, who is studying a Master of Communications externally through Charles Sturt University and recently accepted a role Council’s Communications Team.
"I'm really looking forward to utilising the centre to complete my studies and taking part in the student support workshops to assist me with academic writing," said Ms Sneddon.
"I truly believe the Centre Is going to change lives and I cannot wait to hear and see stories of other local students excelling in their chosen field because the Centre".
Locally based company, Lahey Constructions project managed the fit-out work of a vacant retail premises into a new, vibrant and functional space.
"Lahey are very proud to have been part of this project, we wish the CUC every success for the future.", said Project Manager Ben Lee.
To learn about registering and how the CUC Macleay Valley can assist you and your studies please contact the Centre Manager, Kinne Ring at degrees@cucmacleayvalley.edu.au.
Event Details
Friday 30 April 2021
11.30am - 12.00pm
Lunch - 12.00pm - 1.00pm
CUC Macleay Valley
Shop T17, Kempsey Central
2-14 Belgrave Street, Kempsey, NSW, 2440