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Deputy Vice-Chancellor's message

Professor Jennie Shaw

The University is proud to champion transformative approaches to learning and teaching which impact the lives of our students and their communities.

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Augustus Short Scholarships

Relocating from South Australia's Riverland, Lucas worked three jobs in a gap year to fund his dream of studying engineering. With an Augustus Short Scholarship, he’s now thriving at university. Read more.

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Transition to unified access control begins this month

Services accessed via Staff ID cards including building or room access, printing, and library services will be harmonised across all AU campuses. The transition to a single access control system will primarily impact University of Adelaide campuses, and commences with selected buildings on the North Terrace campus. Affected staff and students will be contacted with detailed information as the project progresses, aiming to minimise disruption.

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Student Experience and Administration Domain Town Hall

Join the Student Experience and Administration Domain for the latest Town Hall on Monday 23 June, 3 pm. Hear from Deputy Vice-Chancellor Student Experience and Success, Tom Steer, on a range of topics and listen to a deep dive about student support at AU. You will have an opportunity to ask questions too. Add the event to your calendar and join online from the interim AU intranet.

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Win a double pass to the Showdown

Win a double pass to the Showdown

Missed out on Showdown tickets? Adelaide University is giving away 1x double pass to the Round 20 game on Saturday 26 July 2025 at Adelaide Oval. Follow Adelaide University on Instagram at @adelaideuni to find out how to enter! Giveaway closes Monday 30 June.

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Lorne Ubiquitin Meeting expressions of interest

In the lead-up to the Lorne Ubiquitin Meeting, we’re offering up to three free registrations for staff or students interested in attending this flagship event in ubiquitin biology. Further information.

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Academic Promotion Level D closing soon

Academic staff wishing to apply for promotion to Level D, must submit their online applications by Monday 23 June 2025 by 5 pm. Apply and further information

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Fitness Hub 14-day $20 trial

For just $20, enjoy a 14-day trial at the Adelaide University Fitness Hub - giving you unlimited access to group fitness classes and the gym during staffed hours. This trial is the perfect way to get started. Available to students, staff, and the wider community. Redeem online or in person. Further information.

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PeopleSoft Finance unavailable

PeopleSoft Finance and a range of related systems including Online Store, Canvas Catalog, & Kofax will be unavailable from 8 am Sunday 22 June until 8am Monday 23 June due to planned maintenance. More information.

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OneDrive storage quota

The storage quota for all University of Adelaide staff and student OneDrive accounts will be lowered to 250GB in July. Any users near or over this quota will be automatically allocated additional quota to prevent disruption to their service. More information.

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