October 2022

The University of Newcastle’s position as a leader in sustainability has been confirmed, with the university ranking 89th in the world and 12th in Australia in the QS Sustainability Rankings 2023.

City of Newcastle (CN) is inviting entrepreneurs and professionals to set up shop for three months free of charge as part of a program to diversify and increase the local skills base.

The Science and Engineering Challenge has been recognised by the United Nations Association of Australia in New South Wales with a 2022 United Nations Day Honour.

Dr Amandeep Hansra is an alumnus of the University of Newcastle and one of Australia's leading digital health and innovation experts. She is a cofounder of medical startups, a Lead Investor of MedAngels and is a consultant to government, ventures, insurers and hospital groups.

“My husband and I decided that we wanted to contribute to causes that are important to our family. We sat down with our two daughters, who are in their twenties, to talk about causes we are connected to and passionate about."

“I’ve worked with asylum seeker students at the University of Newcastle and seen some of the difficulties they face. So I was excited to be involved in setting up a program to provide extra support for students in similar situations."

Cultural gifts through the University represent a unique opportunity to showcase significant Australian artists and preserve our cultural heritage for future generations. For artists, making a cultural gift may also provide valuable opportunities to develop their practice by working alongside University staff to curate and exhibit their work.

The plight of our smallest intrepid adventurers is under the spotlight with the inaugural University of Newcastle Australian Wildlife Society Research Conservation Scholarship awarded to PhD candidate Louise Williams.

To mark 40 years since they began in 1982, the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee set their minds on another remarkable milestone – raising an incredible $400,000 for cancer research at the University.

As a farming family, we experienced financial hardship during years of drought. My scholarship allowed me to direct my full attention to my studies, enabling me to receive first class honours in my final year.”

With the winds of change sweeping through Australia’s energy industry, a new philanthropic scholarship generously funded by Oceanex Energy is set to bolster University of Newcastle research into renewable energy options.