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State Theatre Company South Australia in association with The University of Adelaide presents a Sydney Theatre Company and Canberra Theatre Centre production.

King Lear

This production of Shakespeare's epic play is imagined in a broken future set among the ruins of our mostly forgotten civilisation. Society has regressed to a complicated hierarchy defined by violent power. It’s a post-apocalypse that’s circled back to the Early Middle Ages. Directed by award-winning actor and director Brant Eustice. Friday 16 to Sunday 25 August, 4 pm and 7.30 pm performances. Little Theatre, North Terrace campus. Tickets. 

Health Equity Reading Group

Discussion invites critical analysis of the determinants of health, equity, and wellbeing in an historical context, including climate change and the environment, housing, employment and working conditions, and commercial and political determinants. Monday 26 August, 12–1 pm. Online.

Psychological safety for leaders webinar

In today's fast-paced and dynamic work environment, creating a psychologically safe space is essential for unleashing your team's full potential. The session, suitable for leaders and managers, will cover the core principles of psychological safety and provide actionable strategies to cultivate an environment where every team member feels empowered to contribute their unique perspectives without fear of judgment or reprisal. Tuesday 27 August, 12–1 pm. Online.

Children's University Quiz Night

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.

Sustainability spotlight series - seminar 1

Topics presented will vary from promoting green technology in the Australian Wine Industry to Green Investment Index and many other interesting projects in between. At this seminar, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and network after the following presentation of Associate Professors Cassandra Collins and Dr Armando Corsi. Friday 30 August, 1–3 pm. Room 307, Schulz building, North Terrace campus. Register.

School of Economics and Public Policy research seminar

The Short and Long-Term Effects of a University Coaching Intervention. Associate Professor Stefanie Fischer will present her fascinating work on coaching first-year college students and its effects on academic performance and student dropout. Friday 30 August, 3–4.30 pm. Room 3.01, Nexus 10 building, North Terrace campus and online.

Healthy Development Adelaide

Reimagining Child Protection and Family Support in South Australia. Join the Minister for Child Protection, non-government organisation and community representatives for a panel discussion about the role everyone can play in improving the lives of children, young people and their families and transforming the system to help enable all children and young people and their families to reach their full potential. Tuesday 3 September, 5.30–8 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. Register.

Graduate research information night

If you are thinking about a PhD, curious about research opportunities, or are considering a new career direction, discover your next chapter at the University of Adelaide’s graduate research information night to learn more about your path to a PhD. Wednesday 4 September, 5–7.30 pm. Hub Central, North Terrace campus. Register.

Make History Speaker Series: Women in the House

Join us to hear from four exceptional women from across Australia’s political spectrum as they reflect on the history of women in Australian politics, share their unique experiences, discuss the impact women have in politics today, and explore the road to greater professional and political equality in the future of South Australia and the country. Wednesday 4 September, 6–7.30 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Register.