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Chief Operating Officer's message
A safe, healthy, and supportive work environment is important for all staff. Workplace hazards can affect our health and safety, or damage plant and equipment. They come in many forms, including physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial. Recognising and reporting them contributes to a safer workplace.
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Celebrating Student Leadership – End of Year Student Leader Awards
The End of Year Student Leader Awards are an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable contributions of student leaders across our university. Staff are encouraged to consider nominating students who have demonstrated leadership, initiative, and a positive impact in any area of university life. Nominations close 5 pm, Thursday 4 September. Nominate here.
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Save 20% on online and in-person short courses from PACE
For the remainder of 2025, Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) is pleased to offer University of Adelaide staff a 20% discount on selected in-person and online short courses. To view eligible courses and to find out how to redeem this offer, click here.
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Executive Dean's message
From innovative education and groundbreaking research, to supporting the wider community, the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics is committed to a wide variety of creative, innovative and exciting activities. As we navigate this transformative period together, there's much to celebrate and anticipate.
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Vice-Chancellor's message
July has been a month of which we can all be proud. Firstly, it was with great pride that on Friday 18 July we announced the culturally significant milestone in our nation’s history when Adelaide University was bestowed a Kaurna name – Tirkangkaku – enshrined in legislation.
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21 Jul The co-Vice Chancellors will host an all-staff town hall tomorrow from 2–3 pm. This will be an online event, where staff will get transition updates and an opportunity to ask questions. Further information. 11 Jul
Open Day Traffic Management Notice
The first Open Day for Adelaide University (Sunday 27 July) will impact vehicle and pedestrian access around the Barr Smith & Maths Lawns from Tuesday 15 July - Friday 1 August. There will be increased activity around the Benham, Mawson, Braggs and Molecular Sciences Buildings. More information. 07 Jul
New community of practice: The heart of learning and teaching
This new community of practice brings together staff and students from the University of Adelaide and UniSA to explore, share, and co-create knowledge grounded in but not exclusive to the Pedagogy of Kindness and Relational Pedagogy. Join now to receive an invitation to the inaugural meeting held at 12 pm Tuesday 22 July. Further information.
Noticeboard
12 Aug
Support your students' writing and assignment skills
The Writing Centre's Learning Advisors can assist with supporting learning and teaching through one-on-one consultations, understanding assignments, conducting a literature review, mastering reflective writing, improving coherence and flow, and reading effectively. Share to help your students develop their skills and confidence. Further information. 08 Aug The Australasian University Health Challenge to walk 10,000 steps a day from 18 August to 28 September 2025 is almost underway. The University of Adelaide is once again registered for participants to join individually, with results being tallied up of total steps walked, and also a breakdown of total steps by the number of participants. Sign up now. 08 Aug
Barr Smith Library open 24/7 during building works
From Wednesday 13 August, Level 3 study spaces in the Barr Smith Library will be unavailable due to major air conditioning and lighting upgrades. To support students and staff, and reduce disruption, the Library will remain open 24/7. After 7 pm, use your ID card for access to the Library. Further information. 08 Aug
Planned outage of printing services
Printing services will be unavailable on Saturday 16 August from 7–10 pm. This will impact print, scan and copy from devices on campus, as well as online student quota recharge. Contact ITDS Service Desk for support on 8313 3000 or online. 08 Aug
Animal ethics - review of the Australian code
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has announced it will be leading a review of the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes. The review will be overseen by NHMRC’s Animal Welfare Committee. Further information. 08 Aug
Animal ethics - Research Master amendments deadline
From Friday 15 August, you'll no longer be able to submit amendments in Research Master due to the migration to ACES. Contact ORECI at aec@adelaide.edu.au for further information. Amendments can still be submitted in ACES for applications already in the system. Updates will be provided once migration is complete. 07 Aug Following a comprehensive review and careful consideration, a joint decision has been taken with our campus delivery partner Kaplan Higher Education to close the Melbourne campus at the end of 2025. Kaplan remains an important partner to the University and this partnership will continue into the new Adelaide University from 2026 for South Australian campuses. Communications about this change were sent to staff and students at the Melbourne campus on Monday 4 August. Further information, FAQs and support details are available here.
Events
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Aug
Research Tuesdays: The maternal microbiome
Complications such as preterm birth and miscarriage affect thousands of Australian families every year. Worldwide, preterm birth is the leading cause of infant death.
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Aug
Form and function: unravelling mechanisms driving early life microbiome responses
In this talk, Professor Hall will explore the role of probiotics in supporting microbiome development in preterm infants, highlighting evidence from their studies showing significant reductions in necrotising enterocolitis, sepsis, and overall morbidity following supplementation with beneficial Bifidobacterium strains. Wednesday 13 August, 3–4 pm. Joe Verco lecture theatre, AHMS building, North Terrace. Register.
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Aug
2025 Joseph Fisher Public Lecture
Economics, Ethics and Power: How Can Economics Help Us Navigate the Challenges of Our Times? Featuring Senator Barbara Pocock—economist, Emeritus Professor, South Australian Senator, and alumni. Wednesday 13 August, 5.15–6.45 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. Register.
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Aug
Design assessment in the age of AI
In this workshop, you will explore the impact of generative AI on assessment validity, integrity, and authenticity. Using a structured evaluation tool, you will critically examine your current assessments for their susceptibility to AI tools and consider opportunities to strengthen or redesign them. Thursday 14 August, 2–3 pm. Online. Register.
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Aug
Andrew Roff and Alex Cothren, two award-winning SA writers will discuss whether their stories are the antidote to doomscrolling in our fractured world, why their books almost had the same titles, and how their (in)famous writers’ group has shaped their creative journeys. Thursday 14 August, 6–7.30 pm. Online. Register.
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Aug
Adelaide University Sport & Fitness is hosting a quiz night with all proceeds going towards sending the University athletes to Uni Nationals. With a $500 cash prize up for grabs, teams are invited to test their knowledge of sport, fitness, pop culture and more. Friday 15 August, 6–10 pm. Park 10 Graduates Clubhouse, North Adelaide. Register.
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Aug
Academic Integrity Awareness Week
Academic Integrity Awareness Week aims to uphold and refresh student and staff understanding of academic integrity. Encourage your students to engage in fun activities like workshops, pop-up stalls, games, quizzes, social media activities, free donuts, free pizza and prizes. Monday 18 to Friday 22 August, various times and locations. Register.
Training opportunities
12 Aug
Library workshop: systematic reviews 1
This presentation will focus on the literature searching component of your review and is tailored for researchers looking to carry out a systematic review in Health and Medical Sciences. Learn expert tips and tricks from your health librarians to help you get started. Tuesday 26 August, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register. 08 Aug
Design course content that clicks with H5P interactives
H5P is a versatile tool that enables educators to create and embed interactive content directly within MyUni pages. This workshop will introduce you to the pedagogical benefits of using H5P to foster active learning and student engagement. You’ll explore ways to design activities that help students reinforce and assess their understanding in both asynchronous contexts and live sessions. Friday 22 August, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register. 08 Aug
Introduction to Research Metrics
This workshop will provide an introduction to common research metrics, the resources used to access them, and different purposes they can be utilised for. Thursday 18 September, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register.
Policies and reviews
23 Apr The updated Recruitment Procedure has been approved and is now available on the policies website. 07 Mar
Review of the Master of Computer Science nested suite
Help shape the future of the Master of Computer Science nested suite. Your insights and experiences assist in reviewing program delivery and enhancing student experience. Make a submission towards the Review of the Master of Computer Science nested suite here. Submissions due Friday 21 March, 5 pm. More information. 27 Feb
Review of the Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Honours)
Help shape the future of the Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Honours). Your insights and experiences assist in reviewing program delivery and enhancing student experience. Make a submission towards the Review of the Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Honours) here. Submissions are due Friday 21 March, 5 pm. More information.
Job opportunities
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