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1. Connecting Australian citizens with their elected representatives at the University of Canberra

   University of Canberra’s Centre for Deliberative Democracy and Global Governance (CDDGG) is the first Research Centre to explore the idea of directly representative democracy in Australia.

   More on Connecting Australian citizens with their elected representatives at the University of Canberra 18 Sep 2020

2. DNA-altering technology: Leading researchers call for Global Citizens' Assembly on genome editing

   Led by University of Canberra researchers, a global coalition is calling for ordinary citizens from around the world to come together and provide guidance for the experts, referencing a technology which could impact what it means to be human.

   More on DNA-altering technology: Leading researchers call for Global Citizens' Assembly on genome editing 18 Sep 2020

3. 2020 graduates to celebrate milestone with physically distanced family and friends photoshoots

   The University of Canberra will offer students graduating in 2020 the chance to commemorate the occasion, together with family and friends, with physically distanced professional photoshoots in full graduation regalia.

   More on 2020 graduates to celebrate milestone with physically distanced family and friends photoshoots 07 Sep 2020

4. Older Canberrans need help with Zoom and Skype to reduce isolation during COVID-19

   The University of Canberra’s News and Media Research Centre has found older Canberrans need help using video messaging applications like Zoom and Skype to combat feelings of social isolation.

   More on Older Canberrans need help with Zoom and Skype to reduce isolation during COVID-19 03 Sep 2020

5. Future Bright Facebook live: Wil Anderson to host public UnCover event to celebrate UC's 30th birthday

   'Is our future bright?’ Join comedian and TV personality, Wil Anderson, as he hosts UC’s 30th anniversary celebration, Future Bright Facebook Live, on Friday 6 November.

   More on Future Bright Facebook live: Wil Anderson to host public UnCover event to celebrate UC's 30th birthday 03 Sep 2020