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Tina Imig,Head of Brand and Strategic Projects
Tina Imig is Head of Brand and Strategic Projects at the University of Newcastle and is a brand strategist with more than 20 years building powerful brands. Tina has extensive experience in consumer insights research, brand strategy and reputation measurement. She leads the University’s ecosystem approach to building a genuine connection with our audiences and developing a deeper understanding of the positive impact we have in our communities. Prior to joining the university sector, Tina was a Vice-President and Strategist at Leo Burnett USA where she helped shape iconic brands such as Disney, Kellogg’s, McDonald’s and Procter & Gamble. In all her work, Tina is passionate about brand storytelling and engaging with audiences in authentic, distinctive and measurable ways. Tina holds a Masters in Marketing from Northwestern University (USA) and is currently pursuing a PhD in Management. Her PhD research is focused on brand authenticity in service brands.

At the University of Newcastle Australia, our students and researchers are working to solve the world’s great challenges.
For over 50 years, we have made it our mission to deliver superior education to talented students from all walks of life. Our degrees are shaped around global learning, work placements and entrepreneurial approaches to develop the problem-solvers and innovators of the future.
With state-of-the-art facilities, we offer innovative and inspiring approaches to delivering education across all of our locations – Newcastle (Callaghan), Newcastle CBD, Central Coast, Sydney, Port Macquarie and Singapore. With over 37,000 students, the University’s learning community is vibrant and dynamic, providing students and researchers a world-class academic experience and a diverse professional, cultural and social learning environment.
The University of Newcastle is ranked 207 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2020. Seven of our subjects were ranked in the world’s top 150 by QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019.
The University of Newcastle’s world-leading research and innovation creates new thinking, new ideas and new breakthroughs, not just in Australia, but around the globe. We’re proud that our researchers are among the world’s best. The significance of our research is reflected in the Australian Government’s Excellence in Research Australia assessment, which awarded the University the highest possible ‘5’ rating across 22 research fields, placing us in the top eight Australian universities for research quality ‘well above world standard.’
At the University of Newcastle, we are committed to equity, excellence and social justice. We are recognised as the number 1 University in social equity in NSW by Good Universities Guide.
The Latest from University of Newcastle Australia
More than 3,700 graduates have crossed our stage since Thursday, making this our largest graduations ever! 🎓
These graduates will now join our network of over 185,000 alumni all around the world. 🌍
"Be curious, be optimistic, be generous" and "always look on the bright side of life".
This was the advice given to our College of Engineering, Science and Environment graduates last night by renowned science communicators @DoctorKarl and Mr Robyn Williams.
In recognition of…
It's the most wonderful time of the year - graduations 🎓
Congratulations to the newest members of our alumni community!
Newcastle’s largest reconciliation event is back on 25 January 2025! 🖤💛❤️
Bring your friends and a picnic blanket and join us at Ngarrama for reconciliation through truth-telling, performances, songs, and historical acceptance.
Get your free tickets 👉…
The #UoNInBotswana @Uni_Newcastle Global Experience kicked off last week with field training on riverbank and savanna plants and how to sample aquatic life. Thanks @UBBotswana !
Congratulations to the recipients of our ADVANCE Equity in Research Fellowships! 👏
Read about their incredible work 👉 https://bit.ly/4fYj38o
While we typically associate nutrients with food, research shows humans can also absorb some nutrients from the air. 🍎🥕🥦
Researcher @drflavs and colleagues, break down this idea and discuss the evidence surrounding it.👇

Air is an overlooked source of nutrients – evidence shows we can inhale some vitamins
A careful look at the scientific literature shows humans can absorb some nutrients from the air. Could we use this to our advantage?
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The practice of 'grounding' or 'earthing', involving putting your bare feet on the earth, has grown in popularity.
But, is there any science behind it?
Associate Professor @KarenLLivesey weighs in for @abcnews 👇

Does putting your feet on bare earth balance out your electrical charge? We fact check grounding
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It's been a weekend of celebration for our Singapore graduates! 🎓
Congratulations to all our newest alumni who crossed the stage on Friday, including our first cohort of the Master of Inclusive and Special Education.
📸 Master of Inclusive and Special Education alumni, Norman…
37,677 students from 114 nations educated and supported by 2,680 full-time equivalent staff
143,000+ in our global alumni community-based in 134 countries around the world
180 Partnerships in 32 countries - student exchange and study abroad programs
Making an impact within its own region,throughout Australia and across the globe
The University of Newcastle works with many international partners to drive our research success and advance our global reputation.
We participate in Fulbright Programs and International Research Visiting Fellowships and are members of the University Industry Innovation Network, the Australia-Germany Joint Research Cooperation Scheme, the Australia Africa University Network and in the Leadership Circle of the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centres (GCEC).
We have over 180 Partnerships in 32 countries for student exchange and study abroad programs.
Strategy and Values
- To be a world-leading university for our regions
- To deliver an exceptional student experience, preparing graduates for life in an increasingly interconnected society
- To serve our regions by taking research that matters to the world and bringing our global expertise home
- Values
- Excellence
- Equity
- Engagement
- Sustainability
A passion for excellence and discovery
95%
Of research is at or above 'world standard'
$100.8m
Annual research income
Our flagship research institutes not only support cross-disciplinary research – they also help ensure our discoveries are translated to create real-world impact.
The Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) is a multidisciplinary partnership between the University of Newcastle, Hunter New England Local Health District and the community. It provides a unique environment for researchers and clinicians to work together to develop innovative solutions to community health needs. From neuroscience and mental health, through to cancer, reproductive health, respiratory disease, and more, the research carried out at HMRI leads to better clinical care, more competitive commercial products, and improved healthcare guidelines.
The Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER) leads the way in research that improves energy production, storage, and distribution. The $30 million research facility is on a scale unmatched by any other university in Australia and brings together over 300 university researchers to work with community and industry partners in the areas of sustainable energy production and use.
The University recognises its strongest research groups by designating them as a Priority Research Centre (PRC). Achieving PRC status is a highly competitive process. Today, we have PRCs in areas ranging from stroke and brain injury to geotechnical science and engineering, chemical biology, healthy lungs, teaching and more.
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