Events Current Students
What's on this week
Exhibition
Traces of the Hand
Traces of the Hand is a cross-cultural ceramic exhibition developed through the Moree Arts Community Centre (MACCI).
In person
New Generations: Special student film screening
Screening student short films part of the Out of Competition selection with Central Coast Film Festival.
In person
University Mental Health Day 2026
Visit Headspace at NUspace from 11am – 2pm on Tuesday May 5.
Recurring
Breakfast in the Library
Start your day well with a free breakfast at the Library. Chat to your friendly Library staff, and grab yourself a free grab-and-go breakfast available every weekday from 20th April till the end of exams from 9am - 11am.
Every weekday, until May 8, 2026
In person
Nursing and Midwifery Expo (Callaghan)
The Nursing and Midwifery Expo is the perfect opportunity to connect with employers and learn more about your future industry and career options.
In person
Vice-Chancellor's Staff vs International Student Basketball Gala Day
Who will take the title? Staff or Students? The much-anticipated Vice-Chancellor’s Staff vs Student Basketball Game is back at The Forum! Players of all skill levels are welcome to join the fun from 11am to 4.30pm Friday 8 May.
In person
Launch: Quiet Protest: A New History of Activism during the Vietnam War
The Vietnam War sparked the largest public demonstrations Australia had ever seen. You're invited to the launch of Quiet Protest - A New History of Activism during the Vietnam War.
In person
Book Launch – Quiet Protest: A New History of Activism during the Vietnam War
A Book Launch for author Effie Karageorgos's Quiet Protest: A New History of Activism during the Vietnam War (UNSW Press) at Watt Space Gallery
Live performance
In Concert with James Morrison and Fernleigh Wind Ensemble
If you love jazz that swings and music that makes you smile, don’t miss the Fernleigh Wind Ensemble in concert with the James Morrison Quartet.
Upcoming events
Exhibition
Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000
Come and explore Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000, an exhibition exploring the unique and surprising history of health care in Newcastle.
Webinar
New oral history resources and training
For those interested in oral history methodology and practice, there are two new resources available.
Exhibition
Michael Cusack – FIELD NOTES: The Ruins of Ideas
An exhibition by Micael Cusack bringing together painting and found objects as parallel modes of creative inquiry.
In person
Communicating your Unique Edge - A HunterWiSE Network Event
Join us for this practical, interactive workshop designed to help you define your unique edge - and communicate it with confidence at work.
Live performance
Combined Choirs Concert
A delightful morning of beautiful melodies and harmonies performed by community choirs from the Conservatorium of Music.
Event
THRIVE for Wellbeing
THRIVE for Wellbeing is a free weekly group for students wanting to improve their wellbeing and learn new ways to navigate challenges, whilst connecting with fellow students.
Recurring
Virtual Reality Stress Management Training: 5 Week Program
You want to do well, to set you up for the life you want. But uni life can hit hard. Stress and anxiety can pull you off course, and self-doubt creeps in.
Live performance
Ancient Sounds, Modern Souls
A vibrant cultural experience that brings together the beauty of Vietnamese and Eastern musical heritage with the creativity of contemporary performance.
In person
I Eat the Stars: Sarah Wilson in Conversation
Sarah will speak to Newcastle Writers Festival director Rosemarie Milsom about her new book I Eat the Stars, a deeply moving, wise guide to finding beauty and meaning in a collapsing world.
Live performance
The Power of the Organ
Experience Guilmant’s magnificent Organ Symphony with the Fernleigh Young Musicians Orchestra in collaboration with Avondale University String Orchestra.
Event
THRIVE for Wellbeing
THRIVE for Wellbeing is a free weekly group for students wanting to improve their wellbeing and learn new ways to navigate challenges, whilst connecting with fellow students.
Event
THRIVE for Wellbeing
THRIVE for Wellbeing is a free weekly group for students wanting to improve their wellbeing and learn new ways to navigate challenges, whilst connecting with fellow students.
Live performance
Echoes of the Globe
The University of Newcastle Arts Orchestra presents music from around the globe.
In person
Public Talk: Booze and Culture
Grab a drink and join us for a talk on Booze and Culture by Dr Kirk French, Professor of Anthropology at The Pennsylvania State University.
Event
Graduation - Ourimbah
Congratulations on completing your studies, it’s a milestone achievement and one you deserve to celebrate. Join us on campus with your family and friends to celebrate your achievements.
Event
THRIVE for Wellbeing
THRIVE for Wellbeing is a free weekly group for students wanting to improve their wellbeing and learn new ways to navigate challenges, whilst connecting with fellow students.
Live performance
Bruce Mathiske in Concert
Get ready to experience the hypnotic fusion of guitar and didgeridoo like never before!
Event
Graduation - Newcastle Callaghan
June Graduation Ceremonies – Congratulations on completing your studies! This incredible milestone deserves to be celebrated with your family, friends, and fellow graduates.
Event
THRIVE for Wellbeing
THRIVE for Wellbeing is a free weekly group for students wanting to improve their wellbeing and learn new ways to navigate challenges, whilst connecting with fellow students.
Live performance
Make your own Music! NYO Term 2 Concert
A choral collaboration with the BrainWaves Stroke Survivors Choir, Callaghan Singers, Supertonics, Unforgettables and Vocal Company.
Event
THRIVE for Wellbeing
THRIVE for Wellbeing is a free weekly group for students wanting to improve their wellbeing and learn new ways to navigate challenges, whilst connecting with fellow students.
Recurring
Virtual Reality Stress Management Training: 5 Week Program
Boost your focus, calm, and confidence with Performance Edge — a powerful five-week Virtual Reality program designed to provide skills to help you manage stress and challenging emotions.
Event
Graduation - Newcastle Callaghan
December Graduation Ceremonies – Congratulations on completing your studies! This incredible milestone deserves to be celebrated with your family, friends, and fellow graduates.
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.