2017
November 2017 • 3 Nov 2017
Architecture students display new ideas for city living
University of Newcastle Architecture students graduating from a Bachelor of Design (Architecture) will reveal their visions of ‘living in the city’ in an exhibition opening this evening at Watt Space.
November 2017 • 2 Nov 2017
Students recognised for their contribution to UON student experience
Celebrating and recognising outstanding student contributions to campus life at the University of Newcastle was the focus of the 2017 Campus Life Awards last Thursday, 26 October.
November 2017 • 2 Nov 2017
New tool to tackle childhood obesity
A new nutrition tactic, jointly developed by UON researchers, with the aim of significantly reducing the obesity epidemic among young Australians, has the backing of the Australian Government.
November 2017 • 1 Nov 2017
World-first family health program launches
A ground-breaking program targeting healthy lifestyle behaviours in families has been awarded $350,000 in funding by the Greater Charitable Foundation to support the program’s delivery across the Hunter region over the next three years.
November 2017 • 1 Nov 2017
UON and defence industry join forces in new facility
A new facility which will unite the research and innovation capabilities of the University of Newcastle (UON) and defence industry has today launched at Williamtown, near Newcastle.
October 2017 • 30 Oct 2017
Curious young learners celebrated
More than 500 young school students will attend a graduation ceremony at the University of Newcastle (UON) this week to celebrate the achievement of completing learning activities offered through Children’s University Newcastle, a member of Children's University Australia.
October 2017 • 30 Oct 2017
Educator celebrated for key advocacy work
University of Newcastle (UON) lecturer in education, Mr David Roy, has been featured in The Educator’s prestigious 2017 Hot List as a notable leader in the sector.
October 2017 • 30 Oct 2017
Historians awarded State Library fellowships
UON researchers Dr Julie McIntyre and Dr Tim Stanley have each been awarded a prestigious 2018 NSW State Library Fellowship.
October 2017 • 30 Oct 2017
UON expands its presence in the Upper Hunter region
Building on a landmark partnership between the University of Newcastle (UON) and Muswellbrook Shire Council, the economic diversification of the Upper Hunter will receive a boost from today as UON establishes a physical presence in the region.
October 2017 • 27 Oct 2017
Smart Design is the key to a healthier, happier Australia
Impactful health solutions will be at the fore of a new scholarship program supported by the University of Newcastle (UON) and leading health insurer nib, encouraging up-and-coming designers to play a role in developing positive and lasting solutions to nationwide health issues.
October 2017 • 26 Oct 2017
Leading the charge for gender equity in academia
In a major boost for gender equity, the University of Newcastle (UON) has announced an inaugural program that will seek to address the issue of retention of female academics in the Higher Education sector.
October 2017 • 25 Oct 2017
Emissions reduction technology enters new phase
The University of Newcastle (UON) has unveiled a world-first, $10.5 million demonstration facility to carry out controlled testing of an abatement technology that captures fugitive methane emissions from underground coal mining operations.
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.