Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre

Coming from a ‘foodie family’, Keren Peter says food has always been in her blood, so studying the Bachelor of Food Science and Human Nutrition was a natural choice.

Ever since Arlyn Ellis was a child, it was her dream to one day become a nurse – but she never thought it was possible.

New nurses, teachers and food scientists are among those poised to make a difference on the Central Coast and beyond, following a celebration of their study achievements at the University of Newcastle Ourimbah graduation this week.

A new research project, led by University of Newcastle Associate Professor Anna Bennett, investigates programs and approaches which enable students from equity groups to gain access to – and succeed in – higher education.

A new International Student Ambassador initiative launched today in Newcastle aims to foster a culture of inclusion and belonging for all international students living and studying in the Hunter.

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the University of Newcastle’s Great Hall, which was officially opened by the Governor of New South Wales, Sir Roden Cutler on 28 November 1973.

The University of Newcastle and our broader communities are proud to mark the 40th anniversary of the esteemed Wollotuka Institute.

Thousands of prospective students, their families and friends are set to get their first taste of university life at the University of Newcastle’s annual Newcastle Open Day on Saturday 26 August.

Hundreds of primary and secondary students will be welcomed at the University of Newcastle next week, with one group travelling more than 1,000 kilometres to take part in the Children’s University On-Campus program.

Established in 2020, the Excellence through Equity Pathway to Medicine (EtE Pathway) is a collaborative offering by the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing (CHMW), the Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education (CEEHE), and Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre (PALS).

With one successful year now complete, the UNI STEPS program continues to grow and offer unique learning experiences for schools and communities in our regions.

This year, 25 Scholars will begin their life-changing experience as part of the University of Newcastle’s Ma & Morley Scholarship Program.