State of the sector: the top trends impacting global research universities and what they mean for Adelaide University

This session will provide a high level overview of major trends including: international enrolments, domestic enrolments, cost savings initiatives, the future of campus space and hybrid work and learning, staff burnout, the rising cost of research competition, the impact of generative AI. Thursday 6 March, 9–11 am and 11.30 am to 1.30 pm. Rooms 704/705, Level 7, Nexus 10 Tower, Pulteney Street. Register.

Generative AI in higher education: opportunities, challenges, and what universities are doing right now to adapt

This session will include a review of EAB survey data and provide case studies on how universities are currently using generative AI across teaching and learning, student support, recruiting, fundraising, and administrative efficiency, focusing on barriers to adoption and where the biggest gains are likely to be. Thursday 6 March, 2.30–4.30 pm. Rooms 704/705, Level 7, Nexus 10 Tower, Pulteney Street. Register.

Stand Tall: A celebration of female scholarship

Celebrate the achievements of female scholars past and present at the University of Adelaide. During this special event the new bronze statue of Professor Emerita Fay Gale (1932-2008) will be unveiled. This will be the first female statue on the University, representing the achievements of Professor Gale and all female scholars in the university's past, present, and future. Friday 7 March, 10–11.30 am. Barr Smith Lawns, North Terrace campus. Register.

Credential innovation: designing new credentials to engage the changing needs of learners

Interest in shorter and more targeted micro-credentials has the potential to grow enrolments from working adults as well as younger students who don’t see the value in a traditional degree. Yet designing, delivering, and recruiting for these credentials requires significant changes to policies, procedures and infrastructure. Friday 7 March, 11.30 am to 1.30 pm. Rooms 704/705, Level 7, Nexus 10 Tower, Pulteney Street. Register.

The growing trend of education “non-consumers”

The Growing Trend of Education “Non-Consumers”: Why Are So Many Young People Opting Out of Higher Education and How Can We Re-Engage Them? Across a number of developed economies, the percentage of recent school leavers enrolling directly into higher education has declined, threatening national and state goals to improve access and close skill gaps. Friday 7 March, 2.30–4.30 pm. Rooms 704/705, Level 7, Nexus 10 Tower, Pulteney Street. Register.

Fay Gale Centre seminar

Bhutan’s Homeland Activists: The Ecosystem of Exile Politics. In this talk, Associate Professor Susan Banki (University of Sydney) will draw on the key themes of her recently published book, The Ecosystem of Exile Politics. Tuesday 11 March, 11 am to 12 pm. Meeting room 5.57, Ingkarni Wardli building, North Terrace campus.

Healthy Development Adelaide

Hear us, See us: children and families living in temporary accommodation/homelessness. Join this forum, held in conjunction with partner organisation Flinders University, and presented by Professor Monica Lakhanpaul (University College London, UK). Wednesday 12 March, 5.30–7.30 pm. Napier 102 lecture theatre, first floor, Napier building, North Terrace. Register.

Health Equity Learning Lab Oz webinar

Federal Election priorities for health and social equity. Representatives from civil society organisations will present their policy priorities for improving health and social inequities in Australia. Monday 17 March, 12–1 pm. Online. Register.

Women in Sport Brunch

Adelaide University Sport and Fitness has partnered with Sport SA to deliver the fifth, annual Women in Sport Brunch. Featuring athletes, industry professionals, coaches and media personalities discussing the power of sport and its role in creating career pathways, developing leaders and strong, connected communities. Early bird pricing available until Friday 7 February. Thursday 20 March, 9.30—11.30 am. SkyCity Ballroom, Station Road, Adelaide. Register.

Welcome Session - The Fay Gale Alliance of Gender Scholars

The Alliance of Gender Scholars is a group of PhD students and early career researchers from across the University who are interested in and are conducting research in gender-related issues. Join new and current members for a welcome morning tea. Friday 21 March, 10.30 am to 12 pm. Barr Smith Lawns, North Terrace campus.