Events: Community

Pint of Science 2024

Date: Mon, 13, 7:00 pm - Wed, 15 May 2024, 9:00 pm
Location: Wheatsheaf Hotel, 39 George St, Thebarton and Suburban Brew, 26-30 Provident Ave, Glynde

University of Adelaide researchers will speak at three events during Pint of Science 2024 in Adelaide. 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.

J.M. Coetzee: A Public Reading

Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: The Braggs lecture theatre

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.

Robert Barr Smith A life of Power, Passion and Philanthropy

Date: Mon, 27 May 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus

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.

C. Moraïtis Annual Hellenic lecture

Date: Tue, 28 May 2024, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus

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.

Festival of Learning and Teaching

Date: Fri, 14 Jun 2024, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Flentje Lecture Theatre, North Terrace campus and online

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.

Children's University Quiz Night

Date: Fri, 30 Aug 2024, 5:00 pm
Location: Bonython Hall, North Terrace campus

Proceeds from this popular annual event will help provide transport to graduation ceremonies for those families who need it most. Everyone is invited to book a table by contacting Claudia.Welsh@adelaide.edu.au. Friday 30 August, bar open from 5 pm. Bonython Hall, North Terrace campus.