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News • 18 Oct 2021
University of Newcastle announces the best “hack” for water security
The New Futures Hackathon for Water Security saw seven teams learn from water security experts from Hunter Water, City of Newcastle, Hunter H2O, and the University of Newcastle before embarking on a 10 hour “hack” to evolve their ideas into a viable, technological solution.
News • 14 Oct 2021
Peer Mentor applications for 2022 now open!
Peer Mentoring is a volunteer position, and the types of things you can expect to do includes showing new students around campus, letting them know about events and social groups, and providing support or advice to make their transition to uni easier.
News • 12 Oct 2021
The University's Inaugural Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee has been announced!
The University of Newcastle is excited to announce the formation of its inaugural University Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee.
News • 06 Oct 2021
A startup on a mission to improve the lives of our furry friends!
There is a reason we call them our fur kids! Amanda Falconer is the founder of Bestie Kitchen, a startup which believes our pets have just as much right to a healthy and fulfilled life as we do.
News • 30 Sep 2021
Statement from Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global) Professor Kent Anderson on the safe return of international students to Newcastle
I am pleased to share that the pilot plan for the safe return of international students to NSW has been given the green light by the Commonwealth Government.
News • 29 Sep 2021
Nominations are now open for the 2021 Student Experience Awards
With nine different award categories, now is the time to nominate a student who has gotten involved in uni life above and beyond their time in the classroom make a world of difference to the University of Newcastle community. Nominations close 5pm Friday October 22.
News • 29 Sep 2021
Expressions of Interest for Semester 2, 2022 Exchange are now open
There’s over a hundred New Colombo Plan Grants valued up to $9500 to help get you to your dream destination and uni in Semester 2, 2022.
News • 28 Sep 2021
National Student Safety Survey now open
As an institution, University of Newcastle is committed to preventing and addressing sexual assault and harassment.
News • 27 Sep 2021
Start It Up Pitch Competition winners announced
The University's 2021 Start It Up Pitch Competition took place online on Tuesday last week and saw five entrepreneurial student finalist pitch to a panel of esteemed judges.
News • 17 Sep 2021
Get an edge in the job market with ServiceNow Training and Certification
Do you want to learn how to code your own app? Improve your technology skills? Or gain industry experience for your resume?ServiceNow – Citizen Developer has a great opportunity for you!
News • 15 Sep 2021
Newcastle Startup leverages bespoke sensory technology to disrupt the agricultural industry and enable carbon sequestration – all in the fight against climate change
Hone Carbon's mission is to unlock the potential for carbon storage and agricultural environments and become a global leader in the measurement verification and optimisation of soil carbon projects, for the benefit of the land, its custodians and our shared atmosphere.
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.