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Building cultural partnerships

The University is committed to extending our partnerships with the community and in particular, the cultural sector to deliver a multi-faceted events program which combines learning, research, culture, entertainment and the performing arts, on campus and in the heart of the city.

We welcome the opportunity to partner with other cultural, community and not-for-profit groups to:

  • Animate the campus as a destination of cultural and community events
  • Contribute to the economic development and sustainability of South Australia
  • Raise aspirations about higher education pathways 
  • Deliver better informed policy-making, products and services 
  • Increase public engagement and cultural enrichment by sharing the latest research and knowledge 

For more information, please contact Becci Love, Manager, Events on +61 8 8313 1597 or becci.love@adelaide.edu.au

Upcoming events

13

May

Pint of Science 2024

University of ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Êý¾Ý researchers will speak at three events during Pint of Science 2024 in ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Êý¾Ý. Dingo DNA to Sheep Smarts, Unlocking Neuroplasticity from Predicting Risk to Enhancing Recovery, and Savouring the Sip: Unveiling wine's secret flavours and the vibrant future of agave. Monday 13 to Wednesday 15 May, 7–9 pm. Wheatsheaf Hotel, 39 George St, Thebarton and Suburban Brew, 26-30 Provident Ave, Glynde. Tickets.

17

May

J.M. Coetzee: A Public Reading

Nobel Laureate J. M. Coetzee will give a free public reading from his work followed by a reception in the foyer, hosted by the J. M. Coetzee Centre for Creative Practice. Friday 17 May, 6–7.30 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. Register.

27

May

Robert Barr Smith A life of Power, Passion and Philanthropy

Presented by Cheryl Hoskin, with a screening of award-winning short film, The Magic of Auchendarroch, introduced by Director Carolyn Corkindale. Monday 27 May, 6.30–8 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus. Register.

28

May

C. Moraïtis Annual Hellenic lecture

The Classics discipline at the University will hold the C. Moraïtis Annual Hellenic lecture with special guest speaker Professor Julia Kindt (Sydney University) discussing her new book The Trojan Horse and Other Stories. Ten Ancient Creatures that Make Us Human, a study of humankind's relationship with animals. Tuesday 28 May, 7–8.30 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus.

14

Jun

Festival of Learning and Teaching

The first Festival of Learning and Teaching event in 2024. The theme for the June Festival: Meaningful approaches to learning and teaching in the age of AI. Enjoy an informative keynote presentation from Michael Henderson, Professor of Digital Futures, Monash University, who will lead our exploration of the Festival's theme. Friday 14 June, 9.30 am to 1.30 pm. Flentje lecture theatre, North Terrace campus and online. Register.

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