Events College of Human and Social Futures
What's on this week
Workshop
Japan and the South Pacific: Migration, Family, and Human Connections in the Modern Era
Bringing together historians and scholars of language, culture and migration, this workshop examines the human relationships through which Japan and the South Pacific have been connected.
Live performance
GILES HENDERSON WANNAN, Chamber Music for Flute Viola & Harp
Harpist Alice Giles, flautist Jonathan Henderson and violist James Wannan join forces to present a programme centred around French music and contemporary living composers.
Upcoming events
In person
What is the Future of the Humanities? Panel presentation and networking
Join us for a chaired panel discussion exploring the current state, and possible futures, of the humanities in universities.
Public Lecture
Public talk: Anticipation, Hesitation and Disastrous Futures
In this talk, the HESTIA Lab engages with different, often contrasting, ways of how people prepare for and respond to looming disastrous futures.
In person
Shape the Future: Honours Research Pathways Showcase
Whether you are considering research in the final year of your degree or planning your next step after Honours, this event will help you explore where research could take you.
Event
Newcastle Youth Studies Centre Seminar Series: Youth Side-Hustles - Entrepreneurship and Employment in Enterprise Culture
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.
Live performance
Postcards from Eternity: Terence Koo Album Launch
Experience the launch of Terence Koo’s 4th album, Postcards from Eternity. Performed live on a Steinway concert grand featuring Newcastle Conservatorium Showband.
In person
GFF26: Acropolis Cats and Other Wondrous Animals
Exploring the lives of stray cats in Athens and beyond.
Live performance
Fernleigh Orchestral and Arts Network: Pink Meets Purple
Bridge the worlds of rock and classical with the iconic music of Pink Floyd and Deep Purple.
Live performance
Christ Church Camerata's All that jazz!
Raise the roof in a joyous interweaving of jazz, pop and classical.
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.
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.
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
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.