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Research Tuesdays

- Date: Tue, 14 May 2024, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: The Braggs lecture theatre and online
Animal ethics, presented by Associate Professor Susan Hazel and Associate Professor Alexandra Whittaker. What does it mean to recognise that animals, from house cats to dairy cows, experience feelings just like ours? Does acknowledging the emotional complexity of other living beings change our responsibilities toward them?. Tuesday 14 May, 5.30–6.30 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus and online. Register.
Elder Conservatorium Gala Concert: Future Memories

- Date: Wed, 15 May 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Future Memories A stellar assembly of Conservatorium staff and alumni gather for a special gala concert, at once demonstrating the artistry and collegiality of our community, while raising funds for student scholarships. Wednesday 15 May, 6.30–8.30 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. $40 - $70. Register.
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Dusklands at 50
- Date: Thu, 16, 9:00 am - Fri, 17 May 2024, 8:00 pm
- Location: Ingkarni Wardli (conference) / The Braggs (reading)
Transnational dynamics, transhistorical conversations. An International Conference. A two day conference to celebrate and reflect on the legacy of J. M. Coetzee’s first published book, DUSKLANDS, which appeared in print in April 1974. Thursday 16 to Friday 17 May, 9am to 8pm. Ingkarni Wardli (conference) / The Braggs (reading). Registration for reading.
Celebrating the International Day of Light
- Date: Thu, 16 May 2024, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Kerr Grant Lecture Theatre, Physics Building, North Terrace Campus
A Trip on the Light Fantastic. Light is incredible. It holds a special place in the Universe and may be used in a myriad of applications. This public lecture from Professor Kishan Dholakia will give a snapshot of how light helps us face societal challenges and understand fundamental aspects of nature. Light refreshments and a chance to participate in some interactive experiments and discussions will follow. Thursday 16 May, 6–8.30 pm. Kerr Grant Lecture Theatre, Physics Building, North Terrace campus. Register.
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Scenes from the South
- Date: Fri, 17 May, 10:00 am - Sun, 16 Jun 2024, 5:00 pm
- Location: Maritime museum Port Adelaide
Scenes from the South asks questions about country and coastlines, streets and seascapes, migration and navigation. It also travels to another significant site in the history of maritime travel and trade, with the companion exhibition, Zanzibar Views. Friday 17 May to Sunday 16 June, 10 am to 5 pm. Maritime Museum, Port Adelaide.
Microplastics in Australian seafood
- Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: Online
Are you curious about the impact that microplastics may have on seafood? Hosted by SafeFish and featuring Professor Bronwyn Gillanders (School of Biological Sciences), this free virtual webinar will discuss the current situation in Australia and overseas, the potential risks and implications associated with microplastics, how they impact the species directly, and how the risk can be managed or minimised. Friday 17 May, 11 am to 12.30 pm, online. More information and register.
Reframing stress masterclass
- Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Online
You probably want to avoid stress at all costs. But not all stress is bad! In fact, we need some stress to perform at our best, as it can help increase focus and attention. On top of this, research suggests that it might be the way we view stress that may be causing us more harm than the amount of/severity of stressors we experience. If we change our mindset towards stress, we can change our body’s response to it. Friday 17 May, 12-1 pm, online. More information and register.
School of Psychology Research Seminar
- Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Room 526, Hughes building, North Terrace campus and via Zoom
On the quest to understand the potential of Virtual Reality. Associate Professor Tobias Loetscher (University of South Australia) will present on using virtual reality to create more ecologically valid neuropsychiatric tests, applications for improving wellbeing, and tools for more authentic assessments. Friday 17 May, 1 pm. Room 526, Hughes building, North Terrace campus, or register to attend via Zoom.
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.
Department of Historical and Classical Studies Research Seminar Series
- Date: Mon, 20 May 2024, 12:00 am
- Location: Napier 420, North Terrace campus
Unpacking a colonial history painting: Charles Hill’s ‘The Proclamation of South Australia 1836, presented by Dr Susan Marsden. The semester one line-up for the Department of Historical and Classical Studies Research Seminar Series can be found here. Monday 6 May, 12 pm. Napier 420, North Terrace campus.
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