Wednesday wonders: science talks

Explore how glass is being used in truly incredible ways, from heart health diagnostics to communication, and sustainability. Witness epic installations take on a new dimension as the sun sets, enjoy a drink from the bar, or pre-order a picnic box to enjoy in the Garden before your science talk. Wednesday 6 to Wednesday 27 November, 6–8.30 pm. Noel Lothian Hall, Adelaide Botanic Gardens. Tickets.

Health Equity Learning Lab Oz webinar

Commercial Determinants of Health and Governance. Joined by Professor Ronald Labonté (University of Ottawa), Professor Fran Baum, and Dr Julia Anaf ((School of Social Sciences) from Stretton Health Equity, the Stretton Institute. Speakers will explore evidence on the health and equity impacts of global consultancy firms and governance of commercial industries to improve health equity. Monday 25 November, 12–1 pm. Online.

Stretton Health Equity seminar

Transforming Capitalism’s Existential Health Threats: Can a Wellbeing Economy Save Us? Presented by Professor Ron Labonté (University of Ottawa). Tuesday 26 November, 1–2 pm. Room 7.15, level 7, Ingkarni Wardli, North Terrace campus and online. Register.

Healthy Development Adelaide

Exploring Peer Practice in Disability Support: Benefits, Enablers and Challenges. This session explores the benefits of peer practice in the context of disability support from several different perspectives, including peer programs for parents and caregivers with a child with disability, and peer programs for teenagers with disability. Wednesday 27 November, 5.30–8.30 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus. Register.

Alienation and health and wellbeing research incubator workshop

This workshop aims to foster research and transdisciplinary links between researchers at the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia who are interested in research on the Marxist concept of alienation and/or framing their own research in terms of alienation theory. Tuesday 3 December, 10 am to 1 pm. Room 2052, Barr Smith South, North Terrace campus.

International Day of People With Disability morning tea

This year the University will mark IDPwD by hosting a morning tea. All staff, students and university community members are welcome to come together to mark this day. Tuesday 3 December, 10.30–11.30 am. Union House, North Terrace campus. Register.

AU Sport high performance camp

Discover what it means to be a University of Adelaide elite athlete. Students aged 15+ can join this one-day camp for $125, which includes lunch, recovery services, and AU Sport merchandise. The day covers scholarships, financial and academic support, high-performance programs, nutrition advice, strength & conditioning testing, and tailored sport-specific drills. Wednesday 4 December, 10 am to 4 pm. Fitness Hub, level 4, Union House, North Terrace campus. Register.

2024 China and Hong Kong SAR Global Opportunities and Impact Forum

Join us for an overview of the recent Senior Executive Mission to these countries, as well as information on partnerships, student recruitment efforts, and research and funding opportunities available to support partnership work in the region. The session includes a Q&A followed by a networking morning tea. Wednesday 4 December, 1–2.30 pm. Room 704/705 MBA Suite, level 7, Nexus 10 building, 10/12 Pulteney Street, Adelaide. Register.

Australia and New Zealand: natural allies?

Join Anna Powles and Joanne Wallis, the guest editors of the special issue, for a stocktake of the current state of the Australia-New Zealand alliance. They will be joined by contributors Darren Lim and Jason Young, who will focus on the allies' differing relationships with China and consider what that means for the future of their relationship. Thursday 5 December, 3.30–5 pm. Online. Register.

Through the looking-glass: the future of public health in a changing world

Spend the day with the School of Public Health’s researchers and guest presenters at our annual research symposium showcasing the diversity of research in public health. The day includes presentations covering a variety of topics with plenty of opportunities for Q&A, networking and a celebration of our higher degree scholarships. Wednesday 11 December, 9.30 am to 4.30 pm. National Wine Centre, Adelaide. Register.