News: 150th
Our earliest film

The Maths Lawns in front of the Barr Smith Library have not always been dedicated to gentle academic pursuits.
Future history

While our history is our foundation, the future is being created now in the minds of our people.
A history begun audaciously, continued boldly

Our new look Lumen shares the personal stories of students, staff and alumni – and how our University continues to change lives. Guest “history editor” Keith Conlon explores our past, and how our State and our University have grown together.
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Andy Thomas: Celebrating a local hero

When Andy Thomas first graduated from the University of Adelaide 50 years ago, travelling into space as an astronaut was an impossible dream.
Preview: Celebrating our 150th

In 2024 the University of Adelaide will be rolling out a diverse series of events, parties, celebrations, special discussions and commemorative merchandise to celebrate our 150th anniversary.