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Aussie twist on Sondheim classic: Into the Woods reimagined
The University of Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium of Music is thrilled to present a bold new production of Into The Woods – the Tony Award-winning musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine – reimagined with an unmistakably Australian flair.
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Extreme heat poses threat to mental health
Rising temperatures across Australia could increase the burden of mental and behavioural disorders (MBD) by almost 50 per cent by 2050, according to a new study from the University of Adelaide. The research highlights the urgent need to act now to protect mental health as the climate warms.
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Students still struggling mentally, but tide is turning
The latest Resilient Youth: State of the Nation Report has revealed Australia’s young people are still struggling mentally.
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Podcast inspires women entrepreneurs
The University of Adelaide’s ThincLab is launching ThincHer — You’re in Charge, a new podcast celebrating and supporting women in leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
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Gendered expectations extend to science communication
Communicating complex science in a way that the public can understand is crucial. A new study from the University of Adelaide reveals that in scientific societies, women are shouldering the bulk of this work — often voluntarily — due to societal expectations and a sense of duty.
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University researchers to roll out disaster preparedness project
University of Adelaide researchers will partner in the multi-state rollout of a disaster preparedness model, funded by the federal government.
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Federal funding for child mental health and wellbeing survey
The Federal Government has awarded $8.1 million for the third National Child and Adolescent Survey of Mental Health and Wellbeing which University of Adelaide experts will play a key role in.
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Associate Professor receives national mentorship
University of Adelaide and Robinson Research Institute group leader Associate Professor Zohra Lassi has been awarded a prestigious mentorship.
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14 Apr
Adelaide University Sport school holiday program
If you're looking for a way to keep kids engaged, active, and having fun these school holidays, the School Holiday Sports Program is packed with a variety of exciting sports and activities. This program isn’t just about sports—it’s about building confidence, creating lasting friendships, and having fun. Monday 14 April to Thursday 24 April, 9 am to 5 pm. Graduates Clubhouse, Park 10, North Adelaide. Register. 23 Apr
Mosquitoes - Family drama meets Hadron Collider
Theatre Guild Student Society presents Mosquitoes by Lucy Kirkwood. A wickedly smart, darkly funny play about two sisters — one a scientist, the other... not — colliding in the fallout of personal tragedy, particle physics, and passive-aggression. Think family drama meets the Large Hadron Collider. Explosive results guaranteed. Wednesday 23 to Saturday 26 April, 7.30–10 pm. Little Theatre, North Terrace campus. Tickets.
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