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Writing workshop - Stephen Cole the Elder Awards for Excellence
If you are considering applying for a Stephen Cole the Elder Award in 2025 or beyond, this session will assist you in planning your approach and will include insights from an experienced assessor on what makes a strong application. Wednesday 16 July, 12–2 pm. Room 706, Level 7, Nexus 10 Tower, North Terrace campus. .
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National Foundation for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥-China Relations 2025-26 Grants Program
Applications are now open for the National Foundation for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥-China Relations 2025-26 Grants Program. The Foundation’s grant program objectives are to strengthen risk-informed engagement with China in ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s national interest and reinforce social cohesion by engaging our Chinese-ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n communities, showcasing their contribution and strengthening their voice and agency. .
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Falling Walls Lab Adelaide applications now open
Pitch your innovative idea in three minutes at Falling Walls Lab Adelaide. Winners go to Canberra for the national final, with a chance to compete at the Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin. close Wednesday 2 July. Further information.
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Pro Vice-Chancellor's message

is a time to honour and recognise the rich history, diverse cultures and significant contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
2025 Three Minute Thesis competition
HDR students – can you explain your research in just three minutes using one slide? Build confidence and engage new audiences. Join a with Hugh Kearns on 3 June and register to participate by 9 June. .
Barr Smith Library
For nearly 130 years, the Barr Smith Library has supported generations of students and researchers at the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide. By making a today you will be helping to preserve this treasured space and enhancing access to knowledge for future learners.
AU Research Strategy: provide your feedback by 3 June
We are pleased to share the draft for your review and feedback via a closing midday Tuesday 3 June 2025. Alongside the first draft of the AU Research Strategy, we also invite you to view and provide feedback on the draft strategies for the .
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Open Day drop-in session
An Open Day providing staff with information on how these events will come to life in 2025 will be held on Wednesday 4 June. Presented by Professor Jessica Gallagher, all staff are welcome to attend.
Academic Leads: Adelaide ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s approach to academic line management and leadership
Building on Adelaide ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s values of Trust, Inclusivity, Ambition, Respect and Discovery, the Academic Lead model has been developed to enhance the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s academic environment, emphasise quality in the experience of line management, and support academic staff development.
Change proposal papers: wave 3 remaining portfolios and Office of the Vice-Chancellor
The next change proposals to be issued on Tuesday 27 May 2025 will be those for the Academic, Provost, Research and Innovation, Student Experience and Success Portfolios, and the Office of the Vice-Chancellor.