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News • 25 Aug 2017
New Colombo Plan grants growing global citizens
University of Newcastle (UON) awarded $1,620,300 in new funding to support 461 students to participate in 31 New Colombo Plan (NCP) mobility projects.
News • 24 Aug 2017
Architecture students draw on humanitarian skills
A group of UON architecture students has experienced the ability to inspire positive change, opening their eyes to a career in humanitarian architecture.
News • 18 Aug 2017
World's best animated films on show in Newcastle
The Newcastle International Animation Festival (NIAF) will extend across three days this year, featuring a selection of the world's finest bite-sized animations
News • 17 Aug 2017
Outstanding young scientific mind recognised
The significant work of a University of Newcastle (UON) researcher has been recognised at the prestigious 2017 NSW Young Tall Poppy awards
News • 11 Aug 2017
News from the Larapinta Trail
Keep up-to-date with our trekkers on the Larapinta Trail, who are aiming to raise $130,000 to support Indigenous students and research into Indigenous health.
News • 01 Aug 2017
RESPECT. NOW. ALWAYS.
Findings released from the first-ever national student survey on sexual assault and harassment, commissioned by Universities Australia.
News • 24 Jul 2017
Students begin a NeW era of learning
University of Newcastle (UON) students started their first classes at the $95 million NeW Space city campus today.
News • 04 Jul 2017
Magic in Melbourne
University of Newcastle researcher, Professor Marguerite Johnson has been invited to give a public lecture in Melbourne.
News • 30 Jun 2017
Volunteers prepare to blaze a trail for Indigenous education
A group of UON students, alumni, staff and community friends have gathered ahead of the ambitious 65km trek across the Larapinta Trail.
News • 29 Jun 2017
New app-roach to carbs for pregnant women
A University of Newcastle nutrition study is aiming to help pregnant women beat confusion related to how much carbohydrate they should eat.
News • 13 Jun 2017
UON leaders recognised in the Queen’s Birthday 2017 Honours
University of Newcastle alumni, academics and affiliates have been recognised for their remarkable work in the Queen’s Birthday 2017 Honours
News • 08 Jun 2017
Five new PhD Scholars for UON
The University of Newcastle is funding five new scholarships in a 50/50 partnership with NSW Health.
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.