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University Awards for Outstanding Achievement: applications open
Award recipient from 2023, Grayson Rotumah, Co-Director of the Centre for Aboriginal Studies in Music, explains the impact winning one of these Awards had on his career.
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Vice-Chancellor's message
We are past the halfway mark in 2025, a year where we are intent on celebrating the University of Adelaide’s legacy, while inspiring our future in 2026 and beyond.
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Pro Vice-Chancellor's message
Running from 6 to 13 July, National NAIDOC Week celebrates and recognises the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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Union House shines bright at the 2025 South Australian Architecture Awards
The University’s revitalised Union House and our restaurant Taikunthi shone bright at the prestigious 2025 South Australian Architecture Awards.
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Win a Double Pass Showdown Experience in The Bunker
We are giving away 3x Double Passes to The Bunker at Adelaide Oval for the Round 20 Showdown on Saturday 26 July. To enter, submit your response to the question "You have 30 seconds to convince a colleague to support the Crows — what do you say?". Enter here before Tuesday 15 July.
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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. 07 Jul
Two Income Statements for 2024/25 Financial Year
Due to the employment transition to Adelaide University, we’d like to remind staff that you will receive two separate income statements for the 2024/25 financial year. Further information.
Noticeboard
18 Jul
Women's Recreational Running Network
Join the Women's Recreational Running Network every Tuesday and Thursday at 5.15 pm at the University footbridge (southside) for a 5 km social run around the River Torrens. Beginner runners welcome. Further information. 18 Jul
Cyber Security - Increased cyber threats at tax time
It’s tax time, that means it's prime time for tax-related scams and phishing. Be cautious with emails from the ATO or your bank asking you to login to a site you don't recognise or asking for payments via gift card. Contact the ITDS Service Desk for assistance if required. 18 Jul Take some stress out of your day and enjoy a seated neck, back and shoulder massage thanks to our corporate health partners at Bupa. Massage chairs are provided in a private room, allowing you to take a break from your busy schedule. Further information. 18 Jul The survey informs the Australian Government about improvements to the student experience, and selected current first-year and final-year students will be invited to participate in late July. Find out how to access promotional materials to help raise awareness among this cohort. Further information. 17 Jul
New Health and Safety Representative elected - DASE
One new Health and Safety Representative has been elected to the University's HSR network: Ajnish Ghimire for the DASE Workgroup. For more information on the role of an HSR and the University's Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Consultation and Representation structure, click here. 17 Jul
Cyber Security - Be wary of browser pop-ups
Popups claiming your device is infected and urging you to call a number, often pretending to be from Microsoft, are scams. Don’t click anything. Immediately power off your computer and contact the ITDS Service Desk on +61 8313 3000. Never trust security warnings that appear suddenly in your web browser. 17 Jul
France-Australia Antarctic Research Grant
The France-Australia Antarctic Research Grant aims to foster and reinforce collaboration between scientists in all scientific fields on projects related to the study of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. The funding can be used to facilitate researcher exchange between Australia and France and support research and fieldwork. Further information.
Events
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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.
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Jul
Lumen Bar is back for another year, this time with a 1970s retro theme. The cosy pop-up bar and eatery coinciding once again with Illuminate Adelaide. Live vinyl DJs will be back, along with curated record sales, an updated menu, and new sunken lounges that invite conversation and community-building. Friday 4 to Sunday 20 July, 4–10.30 pm. Goodman Lawns, North Terrace campus. More information.
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Jul
Designed for health professionals to enhance quality improvement efforts. Learn how to use the JBI PACES tool, apply the GRiP process, and focus on impactful audit indicators for sustainable change in patient care. Tuesday 22 July, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register.
22
Jul
Winter wellness: Maintaining your mental health webinar
The colder weather can be challenging on both physical and mental health. In this seminar, participants will learn about some of the common mental health challenges that people experience over the colder months and the benefits of health promoting behaviours such as connecting with others, practicing mindfulness and getting out into nature. Tuesday 22 July, 12–1 pm. Online. Register.
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Jul
Step up with JBI PACES: A clinician's guide to quality improvement. Boost your quality improvement efforts with this engaging and practical webinar tailored for health professionals. This session provides a straightforward, clinician-friendly framework to help you plan and implement evidence-based quality improvement initiatives with confidence. Wednesday 23 July, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register.
24
Jul
Tick tock in the womb: how biological ageing before birth drives life-long health
Join us for an eye-opening evening of science, stories, and solutions as two of the Robinson Research Institute’s emerging leaders share their discoveries on how ageing starts before birth, and what this means for pregnancy outcomes, childhood development, and our risk of disease later in life. Thursday 24 July, 5.30–7.30 pm. Napier 102 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace. Register.
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Jul
Jarrod Walsh speak good workshop
Presented by Adelaide University Sport and Fitness, improve your public speaking, confidence and storytelling through Jarrod's immersive workshop designed for all members of sport to communicate efficiently and effectively. Monday 28 July, 6–7.30 pm. Function room 2, level 5, Union House, North Terrace campus. Tickets.
Training opportunities
18 Jul
ADEPT: interpreting Turnitin reports
In this one-hour workshop you will learn to use and interpret Turnitin Similarity and Artificial Intelligence Reports for academic integrity and supporting student learning. Bringing together best practice recommendations and insights from recent academic integrity cases. Friday 22 August, 12–1 pm. Online. Register. 16 Jul
Design visually engaging MyUni pages with DesignPLUS
Discover how to use DesignPLUS to make your MyUni course more engaging, visually appealing, and accessible. With UoA-developed template content, DesignPLUS streamlines course development, offering over 40 tools to help you create clear, structured pages. Friday 15 August, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register. 11 Jul
Adelaide GRADE Centre Workshop
The GRADE approach reflects ‘best practice’ in terms of clinical guideline development and has been endorsed by organisations across the globe. This 1-day training workshop is ideal for systematic reviewers, guideline developers, and others wanting to learn more about GRADE methodology. Wednesday 30 July, 9 am to 4.30 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
The Conversation
What does Australian law have to say about sovereign citizens and ‘pseudolaw’?
Sovereign citizens might seem eccentric, or even harmless. But those who look to engage in ‘pseudolaw’ can pose real risks.
Ken Henry urges nature law reform after decades of ‘intergenerational bastardry’
In his National Press Club address, Former Treasury Secretary Ken Henry made the case for urgent, ambitious nature law reform to boost productivity while saving species.
How safe are the chemicals in sunscreen? A pharmacology expert explains
The Therapeutic Goods Administration is recommending extra safeguards for two ingredients and a sunscreen ingredient by-product.
We’ve genetically selected dogs to want to be with us, and unfortunately this means many don’t cope well when they’re alone.