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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.
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.
Children's University: Thank you to our academic contributors
Thank you to the University staff who have generously contributed their time and expertise to deliver activities with Children’s University throughout the year. Your support has enabled us to offer a diverse and enriching range of learning experiences to our members.
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Women’s Professional Development Network
It’s been an eventful 30th anniversary year for our Women’s Professional Development Network. Capped off by The Governor’s Award for Business Achievement in Gender Equity in September, and wrapping up a record-breaking 2025 mentoring program last week, the network has enjoyed a highly successful final year at the University of Adelaide.
Vice-Chancellor's message
The University firmly believes that it is important to shine a light on the contributions made to student learning by both academic and professional staff, and to reward the University’s highest achievers in teaching, support of teaching, and supervisory practices.
Win a double pass to The Glass Menagerie
We are giving away a double pass to see The Glass Menagerie, a play written by Tennessee Williams, and directed by State Theatre Company South Australia Artistic Associate Shannon Rush. Enter here.
Vice-Chancellor's message
We are in the middle of one of my favourite annual events at our University: the Children’s University graduations in Bonython Hall. Over a three week period, more than 3,000 excited young children will visit the North Terrace campus, dressed in their graduation robes and accompanied by their proud families and supporters. This month we will have 12 graduations, and I wish to thank all my colleagues whose contributions to the many aspects of this program make it a reality, and a success.
Recognition of Outstanding Service and Contribution Reception
On Friday 7 November, the University hosted a morning tea to honour staff who have reached 40 or more years of continuous service. The event recognised the dedication, wisdom, and contributions of the following individuals to the University community: Peter Apoefis, Greg Badger, Antoinette Brincat, Helen Brown, Jordana Feek, Heather Fraser, Professor Michael Horowitz, Professor David Kennaway, Christopher Leigh, Marisa Lopresto, Antonietta Luppino, Joanne Moore, Morena Pelle, Julie Raeck, Jennifer Richter, Professor Anthony Thomas AC FAA, Stephen Whittington, Dr Peter Zalewski and Dr Peter Zilm.
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