Welcome to The Wollotuka Institute
The Wollotuka Institute is designed to consolidate all Indigenous activities of the University into one operational and strategic body in order to serve the University's strategic priority and commitment to Indigenous Collaboration. The four functions of the Institute incorporate Academic, Research, Indigenous Student Support and Development and Indigenous Staff Employment and Development
The Institute supports the most comprehensive range of Indigenous programs in Australia. This is through the influence of the complete Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teaching, research and administrative staff who manage all the programs through the Institute.
On the Callaghan campus the Institute is housed in a uniquely designed learning space, the Birabahn building, which was developed to incorporate aspects of Indigenous practices and culture to present staff, students and community with a warm familiar environment. The design of the building incorporates the motifs of the Eaglehawk, a primary totem of the Awabakal nation. On the Central Coast campus the Institute is housed in the Gibalee Centre.
Do you know a University of Newcastle Indigenous graduate who is contributing to the community or achieving professional success? Then nominate them for the Indigenous Alumni Award. More details
The Australian Government is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous Australians in the Australian Public Service workforce, both in mainstream and Indigenous areas. If you are looking for a great way to transition your studies into a career please go to the following website http://apsc.gov.au/Indigenous
Indigenous Elders play an important role at the University, guiding and nurturing Indigenous staff and students. Respected Awabakal Elder Aunty Sandra Griffin is a woman whose actions speak louder than words. More details
For Markeeta Marr, listing her highest education level as Year 9 regularly reminded the young mother she was capable of achieving much more. Now studying medicine, Markeeta is proud of where she's headed - and grateful to the Yapug Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Enabling course that has helped her on her way. More details
Contemporary Aboriginal artists are invited to submit paintings, photographs or sculptures for this annual Indigenous Art exhibition to be held at the University Gallery 4 August - 25 August 2010.
Apply Now -Submissions Close 14 July 2010
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