Events College of Human and Social Futures
What's on this week
Webinar
Master of Teaching Webinar
Looking to change careers and teach leaders of tomorrow? Join us to learn how you can become a secondary or primary teacher.
Live performance
Uni Music Live at King St Hotel
Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts students will be taking over King St Hotel's Band Room for massive night of live music.
Webinar
Master of Sports Analytics Webinar
Join Program Convenor Dr Paul Stolk and GIS Regional Director Ray Boggiano for an exclusive webinar to discover how the Master of Sports Analytics and Master of International Sports Business at the University of Newcastle, can help you reach your
Live performance
Christmas Strings Concert
Get into the Christmas spirit with our end of year strings students showcase!
Upcoming events
Event
2026 Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry
The University of Newcastle School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is happy to announce that applications for the Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry for 2026 is now open.
Exhibition
2026 Karen Thrift Original Music and Lyrics Prize
The University of Newcastle School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is happy to announce the launch of the 2026 Karen Thrift 'Original Music and Lyrics' Prize.
In person
Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place
A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.
In person
Orange to Blue Skies Film Screening
Join us for a screening followed by a Q&A and conversation with a panel of young people from the Hunter Valley.
Webinar
Newcastle Youth Studies Centre Seminar Series: Intergenerational Dialogues and Activism
Join this international seminar series featuring speakers from the University of Newcastle alongside some of the biggest international scholars in sociology, digital humanities, communications, media studies, and education, responding to key social issues of our time.
In person
The 11th Annual Newbie Awards
Dress up and walk the red carpet for an evening showcasing the impressive work of Bachelor of Media and Communication students.
In person
On Every Corner
Join us as we celebrate the graduating class of Visual Communication Design.
Live performance
ESCAPE
Join the University of Newcastle CAPA1030 Acting cohort for three immersive and interactive performance itineraries.
Live performance
Festival Voices Newcastle: Appear and Inspire
A concert dedicated to the Patron Saint of Music St Cecilia. The program revolves around Britten’s Hymn to St Cecilia to commemorate St Cecilia’s Day.
Public Lecture
Looking Ahead Asia-Pacific Lecture with Peter Varghese AO
Join Peter Varghese AO for a thought-provoking exploration of the forces shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific. Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy and international affairs, Peter will examine the geopolitical, economic and strategic trends influencing our region and
Live performance
Jazz X Arts Orchestras in Concert
Celebrating the end of year with a performance featuring the Con's Arts Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra.
In person
Works In Practice Muster 4
A new research collective at the University of Newcastle that aims to foster a supportive and collaborative community of practice.
Live performance
Woodwind Student Recital
Community music students will take centre stage for a night of wind-instrument performance.
Live performance
Vocal Students Christmas Concert
Celebrating Christmas and the end of year with the Conservatorium's vocal students.
In person
The Merv and Janet Copley Symposium
Showcasing some of the vital research that has resulted from the bequest and archival collection from across the University of Newcastle.
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.