Vice-Chancellor's Student Welcome
Vice-Chancellor Alex Zilensky standing behind a podium with a microphone, Welcoming students to the University of Newcastle.
Come and meet your Vice-Chancellor Professor Alex Zelinsky AO as he welcomes you to the University of Newcastle with a commencement address outlining his vision for your student journey.
Head to the Auchmuty Courtyard at Callaghan on Thursday, 7 March at 9.30am, and be quick - the first 12 students will get a double pass to The Newcastle Jets game on the 15th March.
There'll be free snacks, our University mascot Hunter, as well as live music.
If you wear a University shirt or jumper you will also go into the draw to win a University of Newcastle Merch Pack including the famous Frank Green Drink Bottles.
Can't make it to Callaghan? Follow along via our live stream below or at our other campuses:
Livestream Locations:
NUspace: X502
Ourimbah: CN2111
Sydney: ELI122
Gosford: GO93.7.50
Event Information
- Date: This event was held on Thursday 7 March 2024
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.