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Become a host family
The English Language Centre is seeking homestay families to host international students from University partners in January and February 2025 for two to five weeks. Families are reimbursed $380 per week in 2025 to cover the expenses of hosting. Contact homestay@adelaide.edu.au or 8313 4777 for more information.
Introducing the DATA Scheme and Dataplace
Learn more about the DATA Scheme, Dataplace, and Office for the National Data Commissioner (ONDC) initiatives making Australian Government data more discoverable and accessible for researchers. Wednesday 23 October, 11.30 am to 12.30 pm. Online.
Handling questions at a conference
No matter how well you prepare for your presentation, the part that freaks out most researchers is question time. Prepare for question time, predict and get ready for most of the obvious questions, and learn strategies to deal with the others. Suitable for researchers and research students who need to present their research and answer questions. Tuesday 15 October, 1–2.30 pm. Online. Register.
Designing and assessing graded discussions in MyUni
Design MyUni discussions as graded assignments by scaffolding them with detailed guidelines and a relevant rubric that includes clear, measurable criteria. Unlock the full potential of asynchronous discussion forums by designing and integrating them thoughtfully into your course. Thursday 24 October, 10–11 am. Online.
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Gates Cambridge Scholarship
A Gates Cambridge Scholarship supports graduate study/research from one to four years at the University of Cambridge and covers full cost of study plus airfare to and from the U.K. More information.
Executive Dean's message
Many of us are contributing our expertise and knowledge to design a new university that is truly prepared for future challenges. It’s been a professional highlight to work alongside talented and committed teams as they develop suites of new courses, write accreditation submissions for new programs, and prepare for 1 January 2026, when Adelaide University will open its doors.
Applications for COALAR grants
Applications are now open for the Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) 2024-2025 grant round with up to $300,000 available. COALAR aims to enhance and strengthen links between Australia and Latin America across business, education, sustainability, tourism and cultural promotion. Apply by Friday 25 October.
Children's University Adelaide members experience a day of hands-on learning
The University of Adelaide’s North Terrace Campus was buzzing with excitement last week as it hosted students from seven Children’s University partner schools for an immersive on-campus experience day. The event allowed students to explore university life and get a firsthand glimpse into higher education.
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Five-year partnership to boost foundational AI research in Australia
The University has announced a new strategic partnership with the Commonwealth Bank and the creation of the CommBank Centre for Foundational AI to advance research and bolster Australia’s AI capability. The five-year partnership will further enhance the research and education offerings of the University’s Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML). Read more.
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Australian Research Council's Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA)
Dr Phillipa McCormack, Dr Bing Yan, Dr Daniel Carragher, Dr Jodie Yuwono, Dr Navid Freidoonimehr, Dr Emma Watson, Dr Jinqiang Zhang, Dr Cheryl Suwen Law, Dr Gemeng Liang and Dr Rahil Valani will share in more than $4.5 million through the latest round of the Australian Research Council's Discovery Early Career Researcher Award. Read more.
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