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Chancellor's message
The final full year of the University of Adelaide has been a time of reflection on the past, and preparation for the future. We have celebrated the past through events involving staff, students, community partners and alumni – and we have celebrated locally, nationally and globally, as we farewelled a beloved institution.
Distinguished Alumni Awards
On Thursday 4 December, Union House hosted the Distinguished Alumni Awards to celebrate and recognise the remarkable achievements of our Alumni community who continue to be part of our University's ongoing success.
Pathways to Politics for Women Graduation
The University proudly celebrated the graduation of the third South Australian cohort of the Pathways to Politics at the National Wine Centre last week. Seventeen inspiring participants graduated, joining a growing community of national alumni who have already achieved 92 electoral successes across all levels of government. More information.
Bupa: Australian Open competition
New members get 6 weeks free and enter the draw to win a double pass to the Australian Open women's final including accommodation and a $2,000 travel voucher. Existing members can enter the draw to win a double pass to the men's final including accommodation and a $2,000 travel voucher. T&Cs apply. More information.
AU corporate credit card activation
From Monday 8 December, AU corporate credit cards come into effect and foundation university purchase/corporate cards should no longer be in use (excluding for pre-booked travel). Please ensure that you activate your AU corporate credit card before using it for payment. Instructions for activation were provided to you with receipt of the physical card and subsequent PIN communication. More information.
HR Service Centre closure
The HR Service Centre will not be contactable from Friday 19 December due to data migration within the Peoplesoft HR system. We reopen on Monday 5 January 2026 as the People Service Desk for Adelaide University. Many enquiries are expected this week and the team will commit to providing a response promptly.
Celebrating our colleagues: Kate Ralph
As Children’s University winds down after a record-breaking 2025, Kate Ralph reflects on the “symphony of logistics’’ behind the scenes for her team’s biggest and most rewarding undertaking of the year – graduation season.
Adelaide University signage project
Estates & Facilities will be updating more than 2,300 university signs to support Day 1 operations. The works include the AU rebranding, and updating the names of university areas. While most building and perimeter signs will be refreshed as part of this project, local areas are responsible for updating their promotional materials such as pull-up banners, posters and flags, with AU branding – ideally by 1 January 2026. All materials must follow AU brand principles and gain Brand Governance approval before production. Rebranding Adelaide University will remain an ongoing and evolving process beyond the current project scope. Please read the AU signage document for details before contacting facilitiessupport@adelaide.edu.au with queries.
Council News
The University Council met on Monday 1 December. The Chancellor reported on key activities and an update was provided by the Vice-Chancellor. A summary of the meeting is available in the latest issue of Council News.
Recognition for Dame Roma Mitchell Cancer Research Laboratory
Professor Wayne Tilley and Dr Amy Dwyer have been recognised for their research by the Endocrine Society of Australia. Professor Tilley received an Honorary Life Membership, one of the Society’s most prestigious recognitions, honouring members who have made an outstanding contribution to endocrinology in Australia, either through research, clinical practice, education, or service, while Dr Dwyer received a $10,000 Seed Grant to tackle breast cancer risk linked to hormone therapy. Read more.
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