Events

Events

Find out what's on at the University of Adelaide.

Community forum on citizen science research project results

Thursday 22 May

Join us for this exclusive opportunity to hear first-hand the results of Safe Soil, Safe Food – pioneering research digging into PFAS concentrations in urban garden soils. 

The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood


Friday 23 May to Sunday 1 June

Before The Handmaid's Tale, there was The Penelopiad, a feminist spin on Homer's Illiad and Odyssey. Penelope tells her story from the afterlife, from miraculous birth to marriage with the cunning Odysseus. 

CU Adelaide Quiz Night



Friday 30 May

The CU Adelaide Quiz Night is back for 2025. Proceeds from this popular annual event will help provide transport to graduation ceremonies for those families who need it most. 

Amplify Live at the UniBar



Saturday 31 May

Join us for an exciting afternoon of live music celebrating youth talent, community and connection through music. Showcasing four emerging local bands, performing sets across genres such as indie rock and alternative pop.

Healthy Development Adelaide


Wednesday 11 June

Who is holding the baby? Healthy Development Adelaide and the Australian Association for Infant Mental Health SA branch will host this forum to promote and connect innovations in SA programs for infants and young children.

Elder Conservatorium Lunchtime Concert | Autumn Grace

Friday 13 June

Steeped in the Scottish fiddle tradition, the Catherine Fraser Trio perform repertoire from the wealth of Scottish collections – some dating as far back as the 1690s – as well as writing and arranging their own contemporary compositions. 

Events

15

May

Wise and wonderful women exhibition

The exhibition explores the working lives of women academics in South Australian universities from 1970 to 2024. It draws on findings from a Fay Gale Centre project that critically examined historical and biographical reflections of women who worked in Adelaide’s universities. Thursday 15 May to Wednesday 9 July. Ira Raymond Exhibition Room, Barr Smith Library, North Terrace campus. Further information.

22

May

Community forum on citizen science research project results

Join us for this exclusive opportunity to hear first-hand the results of Safe Soil, Safe Food – pioneering research digging into PFAS concentrations in urban garden soils. Thursday 22 May, 5.30–6.30 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus. Register.

23

May

The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood

Before The Handmaid's Tale, there was The Penelopiad, a feminist spin on Homer's Illiad and Odyssey. Penelope tells her story from the afterlife, from miraculous birth to marriage with the cunning Odysseus. When war erupts, Penelope is left to fend off relentless suitors, relying on her loyal maids to survive. Friday 23 May to Sunday 1 June, various times. Little Theatre, The Cloisters, North Terrace campus. Tickets.

23

May

School of Psychology research seminar

Dr Ella Moeck (School of Psychology) will present her research on how emotion and emotion regulation unfold in everyday life in response to personally meaningful stressors. Friday 23 May, 1–2 pm. Room 526, Hughes building, North Terrace campus and online. Register

23

May

Elder Conservatorium Lunchtime Concert | Worlds within Worlds

This captivating program celebrates the rich diversity of musical traditions and expressions from around the globe. From Malcolm Arnold’s vibrant Four Scottish Dances, evoking the lively spirit of the Scottish Highlands, to John Barnes Chance’s Variations on a Korean Folk Song, which brings ancient melodies to life, each piece tells a unique story. Friday 23 May, 1.10–2 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Tickets.

24

May

Elder Conservatorium After Hours Concert | Ritual

From birth to death and every important occasion in between, rituals – small and large – are a vital part of our daily lives. This is a program of powerful, emotional and eloquent music connecting us to some of life’s important rituals. Saturday 24 May, 6.30–8.30 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Tickets.

26

May

Sustainability education workshop

Join us for a fully catered workshop about embedding sustainability into higher education teaching and learning. This workshop brings together educators, researchers, and change-makers who are passionate about equipping students to tackle environmental and social challenges. Monday 26 May, 9.30 am to 3 pm. Function Room 1, Union House, North Terrace campus. Register.

26

May

Historical and classical studies seminar

A Pacific Power: Germany’s ‘Liberal Imperialism’ in Samoa. Presented by Professor Matt Fitzpatrick (Flinders University). Monday 26 May, 11 am to 12 pm. Napier 420, North Terrace campus. Online.

27

May

Women in STEMM Champions of Change

This free, in-person event will feature a panel discussion with four distinguished speakers, each sharing insights about their career paths and their roles as Champions of Change in creating inclusive and supportive environments for women in STEMM. Tuesday 27 May, 11.30 am to 1.30 pm. South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute Auditorium, North Terrace, Adelaide. Register.

28

May

Finnish registry studies in endometriosis

Hear how Finland’s exceptional health data system is unlocking new insights into endometriosis. This talk delves into a nationwide study of nearly 50,000 women, revealing striking trends in diagnosis and treatment over 25 years. It’s a compelling look at how big data can transform our understanding of women’s health. Wednesday 28 May, 4–5 pm. Room 4050a/b, level 4, AHMS building, North Terrace. Register.

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