John Maynard Aboriginal history lecture and Purai Global Indigenous History Centre opening
Join us for this inaugural lecture, 'Reclaiming our History: The Unconventional Legacies of John Maynard.' Delivered by Distinguished Professor Larissa Behrendt and the opening of the Purai Global Indigenous History Centre at our new city location.
- Location: Online
- Duration: 1.45 hours
- Cost: FREE
Programme of events
4:30pm Acknowledgment of Country: Dr Ray Kelly & Mr Ray Kelly, Wollotuka Institute
4:35pm Official Welcome: Professor Alex Zelinsky (Vice Chancellor)
4:40pm Introducing presenter, Distinguished Professor Larissa Behrendt and filmmaker, Associate Professor, Pauline Clague: Associate Professor Kathleen Butler (Head of Wollotuka)
4:45pm Inaugural John Maynard Aboriginal History Lecture, ‘Reclaiming our History: The Unconventional Legacies of John Maynard.’ Distinguished Professor Larissa Behrendt
5.25pm Webisode launch and preview: Associate Professor Pauline Clague
5.50pm Purai Global Indigenous History Centre showcase & ARC project website launch: Professor Victoria Haskins (Purai Co-Director)
6.05pm Closing remarks: Mr Nathan Towney (Pro Vice-Chancellor: Indigenous Strategy and Leadership)
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.