News: staff news
Deputy Vice-Chancellor's message
Our ranking has risen again with the University moving to 82nd in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. Research is a vital component, and we continue to deliver outstanding research performance. This is evidenced by the recognition of our researchers at a national level through fellowships.
Our staff culture survey
Earlier this year, we invited staff at the University of South Australia and the University of Adelaide to take part in our first cross-institutional Staff Culture Survey. The survey aimed to better understand our current university cultures and what staff would like to preserve as we work together to define our desired culture for Adelaide University.
Waite Campus Wine Sale
The Winter Waite Wine Sale is here. We will be releasing new wines and varietals as well as the limited release Waite 100 Whisky. The wine and spirit will be open for tasting and purchase. Thursday 20 June 10 am to 4 pm. Hartley Grove, Waite Campus winery. More information.
King's Birthday honours
More than 20 members of the University of Adelaide community have been awarded King’s Birthday honours, recognising exceptional contributions to their fields of expertise. Among the recipients are six Members of the Order of Australia (AM), 12 Medals of the Order of Australia (OAM) and five Public Service Medals. Read more.
Empowered Educators Workshop 2A
Enabling belonging, connectivity & the relationships which enhance learning. Access the materials on the MyUni course and begin to identify and plan an initiative to enhance student learning aligned to one of the three themes. Wednesday 3 July, 10 am to 2.15 pm. Conference room 715, level 7, Ingkarni Wardli, North Terrace campus. Register.
Empowered Educators Workshop 2B
Designing and providing feedback for learning. Explore reflective practice, interrogate examples to identify transferable elements and plan for the application and evaluation of enhancements to student learning in context. Monday 1 July, 10 am to 2.15 pm. Barr Smith South 2032, North Terrace campus. Register.
Empowered Educators Workshop 2C
Developing active, critical, deep thinkers. Our highly regarded professional learning program, ADEPT, will be offering the Empowered Educators series. Access the materials on the MyUni course and begin to identify and plan an initiative to enhance student learning aligned to one of the three themes. Tuesday 2 July, 10 am to 2.15 pm. Barr Smith South 2032, North Terrace campus. Register.
You’re invited: Adelaide University Launch Staff Event, 15 July
We are pleased to share that we are launching Adelaide University in the global market and taking it to the world on Monday, 15 July – a truly momentous step and a very important occasion to bring our staff together to share in a moment that matters. Monday 15 July, 10 am to 12 pm. Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace. Register.
[Read more about You’re invited: Adelaide University Launch Staff Event, 15 July]
Media expert guide
Media engagement builds your public profile as an expert in your field and increases the credibility of the University. If you are happy to be contacted by media for interviews about your area of professional expertise, please register for our media expert guide which journalists use when seeking expert comment. The guide is publicly accessible on the University's website.
Theatre Guild wins two awards
Theatre Guild's production of INK won two Theatre Association of South Australia awards for its 2023 season. Lead actors Bart Csorba and Joshua Coldwell were both nominated, with Coldwell winning, and INK won Best Drama. The Guild's next production, King Lear, opens Friday 16 August.
