Events
Events
Find out what's on at the University of Adelaide.
Wise and wonderful women exhibition
Thursday 15 May to Wednesday 9 July
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.
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.
2025 Festival of Learning and Teaching
Thursday 24 June
Transformation in Learning and Teaching. Join us for the June Festival of Learning and Teaching, where you can hear from university leaders, gain insights from peer presentations, and delve into key ideas.
Falling Walls Lab Adelaide
Wednesday 30 July
In just three minutes, participants will present their research, business model or innovative idea to try to convince a jury of solutions to some of the most pressing challenges of our time.
2025 Play with Pride
Friday 22 August
Join us for the 2025 edition of Play with Pride – a celebration of inclusion and diversity in sport. This event will be hosted by Ali Clarke and brings together athletes, advocates, and allies to champion LGBTIQA+ representation in sport.
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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. 04 Jun
LOWITJA – A Life of Leadership and Legacy’ exhibition
This exhibition portrays the life and influence of the late Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue AC CBE DSG and will be held at the Kerry Packer Civic Gallery. Wednesday 4 June to Friday 25 July. Kerry Packer Civic Gallery, The Bob Hawke Prime Ministerial Centre, Hawke Building Level 3, UniSA City West Campus. Further information. 18 Jun
Stress and self regulation with Nam Baldwin
Breathing practices that enhance your physical and mental wellbeing and performance. Your nervous system is at the centre of how you feel, think and act, and through this session, you will learn how to regulate it. Wednesday 18 June, 11.30 am to 1 pm. 134 Sprigg Room, Mawson building, North Terrace campus. Register. 20 Jun
Australian of the Year Luncheon
Join us for an inspiring afternoon at the Australian of the Year Luncheon, as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of Neale Daniher AO, 2025 Australian of the Year. Friday 20 June, 12–3 pm. Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace. Tickets. 20 Jun
Achieving gender justice for global health equity: the Lancet Commission on gender and global health
Stretton Health Equity and the Fay Gale Centre for Research on Gender are delighted to invite you to attend the Australian launch of the Lancet Commission on Gender and Global Health report on Achieving gender justice for global health equity. Friday 20 June, 10.30 am to 12.45 pm. Level 5, Union House, North Terrace campus and online. Register. 23 Jun
Stretton Health Equity Seminar
Promoting gender justice through accountability This talk will present findings from Global 5050 (G5050) which monitors aims to advance action and accountability for gender justice across the global health sector. Professor Sarah Hawkes will explore findings from 8 years worth of data and how we can counter the current turn towards regressive removal of commitments, policies and practices to promote justice and fairness for all. Monday 23 June, 12–1pm. Room G18, Napier building, North Terrace campus and online. 24 Jun
2025 Festival of Learning and Teaching
Transformation in Learning and Teaching. Join us for the June Festival of Learning and Teaching, where you can hear from university leaders, gain insights from peer presentations, and delve into key ideas. The keynote presentation will be delivered by Professor Chi Baik (University of Melbourne). Tuesday 24 June, 9.30 am to 1.50 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. Register. 25 Jun Person-Centred Care: Transforming Practice. Featuring internationally renowned keynote speaker Professor Brendan McCormack (University of Sydney), this half day session will explore how person-centred cultures, practices, and processes can transform health outcomes and care experiences. Wednesday 25 June, 9 am to 12.30 pm. SAHMRI Auditorium, North Terrace. Register. 25 Jun
Comedy videos for teaching difficult concepts
Presented by Dr Kay Hammond (Auckland University of Technology), this interactive session dives into practical activities for creating short comedy videos. This will be valuable for educators looking to connect with their students in a more engaging way. Wednesday 25 June, 12.30–2 pm. 422 Horace Lamb, North Terrace campus. Register. 25 Jun Building Better Starts: Early Health, Development, and the Power of Linked Administrative Data. The presentation will focus on the first 2000 days using the BEBOLD platform including over 1 million children born 1991 onwards in South Australia, and their parents. Wednesday 25 June, 1–2 pm. Lecture theatre, level 1, Queen Victoria Building, Women's and Children's Hospital. Register.