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News • 20 Oct 2022
Generous gifts to celebrate 40 years of good
To mark 40 years since they began in 1982, the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee set their minds on another remarkable milestone – raising an incredible $400,000 for cancer research at the University.
News • 20 Sep 2021
A place for connection, conversation and celebration
Congratulations to the winners of the Alumni House design competition Durbach Block Jaggers Architects teaming up with Jane Irwin Landscape Architecture, Cox Inall Ridgeway, Surface Design and Northrop! The team have developed this truly inspiring concept that, when built, will be an exceptional home for our global alumni and wider community and an iconic landmark within the Newcastle CBD.
News • 20 Sep 2021
Donor's collective generosity brings big impact
Our Mid-Year Shaping Futures Scholarship Appeal saw an overwhelming response from our staff, alumni and community who collectively and very generously donated over $150,000!
News • 20 Sep 2021
Gifting Day 2022
It’s a gift to bring together passionate people who make our world a better place.
News • 5 May 2021
University of Newcastle partnering to Close the Gap
We’ve all heard about ‘closing the gap’, but what does this really mean?
News • 26 Apr 2021
Healthy Dads inspire positive change
Helping kids stay healthy and active is a huge challenge for parents and caregivers today. And while fathers have a powerful influence on children’s weight and behaviours, most family- based lifestyle programs are attended by mothers.
News • 26 Apr 2021
Celebrating the power of community and staff generosity
From quiz nights to fun runs, gala balls to book fairs, every year you – our amazing community – use your passion and voices to raise much needed funds and awareness for causes you’re passionate about.
News • 26 Apr 2021
Alumni House Design Competition shortlist announced
Excitement is building around plans for an Alumni House to connect our 155,000-strong global alumni physically and digitally and give back to the next generation of students.
News • 26 Apr 2021
Art collections raises funds for students in need
In celebration of NAIDOC Week (4-11 July 2021), the University Gallery will host an exhibition of artworks from Paul Munro’s collection at Watt Space Gallery.
News • 14 Sep 2020
Innovative projects deliver positive change
out(fit), the volunteer collective from the University of Newcastle School of Architecture and Built Environment has been awarded a Landscape Architecture Award for Community Contribution and a Regional Achievement Award in the 2020 Australian Institute of Landscape Architects NSW Awards.
News • 14 Sep 2020
Community spirit shines: your incredible support during 2020
It has been an extremely challenging year: drought, bushfires and now COVID-19. But through it all, our community has come together to help those in need and show support for causes we care about. Head of Philanthropic Programs, Brad Holmes, reflects on the remarkable generosity you have shown over the past six months.
News • 14 Sep 2020
In Their Own Words
As our world continues to face uncertainty, your help provides a student with stability, financial assistance and reassurance that their dreams are not lost. These students will give back to our communities in the future in so many ways – thank you
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.