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Deputy Vice-Chancellor's message
I’ve recently returned to the University as DVCA, and I was so pleased that my return coincided neatly with graduations on the North Terrace campus. Seeing graduates celebrating with their family and friends is the clearest reminder there is about the value of our work, and the important role that higher education plays in transforming lives.
Celebrating our colleagues: Dr Yanyan Hong
Newly conferred PhD graduate Dr Yanyan Hong talks about her rewarding academic journey with us, her passion for volunteering, and sources of inspiration. “Bite every opportunity while you still have teeth,’’ she grins. “Stay positive, keep smiling, if you don’t succeed at first try again – and learn something each time so you can do better.’’
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Vice-Chancellors message
The University of Adelaide is working towards a sustainable future, and we have pursued our ambitions to deliver sustainable change for good
Celebrating our Colleagues: Vikram Kenjle
A man in his garage with his sleeves rolled up getting grease on his hands at the weekend, tuning up high performance cars, is probably not the first image you might have of a sustainability expert.
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Celebrating Our Colleagues - Dr Lidwien Verdegaal
Dr Lidwien Verdegaal’s adventurous spirit has taken her from veterinary practice in the Netherlands to Jordan’s Royal Jafaar Stables, saving bushfire-stricken animals and making ground-breaking discoveries about equine athletes. Growing up on a farm in the southern Netherlands, Lidwien was a “pony girl” at school, with a natural affinity for all animals but especially horses.
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Provost's message
This week our North Terrace campus will host seven graduation ceremonies in Bonython Hall. Graduation ceremonies are times of celebration, of joy, of personal accomplishment, and an opportunity for us all to share in the success of our most recent graduates. I personally find the ceremonies moving, and the scenes of families and friends taking photos around our campus heart-warming.
Register now to represent your faculty/division at Sports Week + VC Cup
Sports Week is a fun, high-energy interfaculty competition bringing together students and staff across the University of Adelaide. Each day features a new team activity, with points tallied across the week to determine who takes home the Sports Week Shield. Further information.
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Children’s University students learn to brush right with “Brush It and Crush It” Program
Widening Participation in action: When our University students take health education into schools, especially those serving marginalised communities, children see relatable role models, get practical tools for healthier lives, and start to picture university as a place for “kids like me”. At the same time, they gain real-world experience communicating clearly, working alongside communities, and building the confidence to serve as future health professionals.
Campus camera
Throughout 2025, our campus camera section showcased the incredible moments happening across all three of our beautiful campuses. From seasonal scenery to snapshots of our university community and events, these images highlight what makes our University a vibrant place to study and work.
Executive Dean's message
I am pleased to share that the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology has achieved outstanding results from the mid-year Student Experience of Learning and Teaching survey. Across all the Schools, a significant number of courses exceed the University’s expectation standards for overall experience in student course evaluations, doing so consistently, year after year.
