Events: Community

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.

Free manager/leader webinar on engaging and supporting teams

Date: Mon, 27 May 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Online

This 1 hour session reveals how leaders can maintain their team’s wellbeing and effectiveness during challenging times, high pressure contexts, or organisational transformation and change. Monday 27 May, 12–1 pm. Online.

Robert Barr Smith A life of Power, Passion and Philanthropy

Date: Mon, 27 May 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus

Presented by Cheryl Hoskin, with a screening of award-winning short film, The Magic of Auchendarroch, introduced by Director Carolyn Corkindale. Monday 27 May, 6.30–8 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus. Register.

C. Moraïtis Annual Hellenic lecture

Date: Tue, 28 May 2024, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus

The Classics discipline at the University will hold the C. Moraïtis Annual Hellenic lecture with special guest speaker Professor Julia Kindt (Sydney University) discussing her new book The Trojan Horse and Other Stories. Ten Ancient Creatures that Make Us Human, a study of humankind's relationship with animals. Tuesday 28 May, 7–8.30 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus.

Lowitja O'Donoghue Oration

Date: Wed, 29 May 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Elder Hall, North Terrace campus

Each year the Don Dunstan Foundation presents the annual Lowitja O’Donoghue Oration named in honour of the late Dr O’Donoghue. This year’s Oration entitled Looking Back to Look Forward – lessons from the past to influence actions of the future will be delivered by Professor Tom Calma AO. Wednesday 29 May, 6.30–8 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Register.

JBI gLocal Solution Room - Adelaide event

Date: Thu, 6 Jun 2024, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: SAHMRI Auditorium, North Terrace

This event focuses on practices that contribute to sustainable quality of care, patient recovery and well-being, while also embedding evidence-based professional development and team-building opportunities. Thursday 6 June, 9 am to 12.30 pm. SAHMRI Auditorium, North Terrace, Register.

Festival of Learning and Teaching

Date: Fri, 14 Jun 2024, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Flentje Lecture Theatre, North Terrace campus and online

The first Festival of Learning and Teaching event in 2024. The theme for the June Festival: Meaningful approaches to learning and teaching in the age of AI. Enjoy an informative keynote presentation from Michael Henderson, Professor of Digital Futures, Monash University, who will lead our exploration of the Festival's theme. Friday 14 June, 9.30 am to 1.30 pm. Flentje lecture theatre, North Terrace campus and online. Register.

Children's University Quiz Night

Date: Fri, 30 Aug 2024, 5:00 pm
Location: Bonython Hall, North Terrace campus

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.

HiTeMP-4: High Temperature Minerals Processing Forum

Date: Mon, 21, 8:30 am - Wed, 23 Oct 2024, 6:00 pm
Location: National Wine Centre

The Centre for Energy Technology, the Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition (HILT) CRC, and Mission Innovation's Net Zero Industries (NZI) Mission will be holding the fourth international forum on High Temperature Minerals Processing. Monday 20 to Wednesday 23 October, 8.30 am to 6 pm. National Wine Centre, Adelaide. Register.