Community and Alumni
News • 11 May 2021
Global leader appointed at University of Newcastle
The University of Newcastle has today announced the appointment of Professor Kent Anderson to the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Global.
News • 06 May 2021
Healthtech founder inspires audience to believe, act and persist
Newcastle healthtech founder shares her inspiring story of taking Holland Healthcare global at I2N's Startup Stories
News • 21 Apr 2021
Hair reveals short, intense exercise sessions conquer school stress
For the first time, measuring the levels of the stress hormone Cortisol in the hair of senior school students has proven that short, high-intensity exercise significantly reduces stress and improves memory, overall wellbeing and fitness in adolescents.
News • 21 Apr 2021
University of Newcastle named the leading university partner for a better world
The University of Newcastle, Australia has been named #1 in the world for partnering for a more sustainable future in the 2021 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.
News • 14 Apr 2021
Former Australian Prime Ministers celebrated at graduation
Two former Australian Prime Ministers were recognised for their contributions to the nation, in particular the higher education sector, by the University of Newcastle today.
News • 09 Apr 2021
Scene set for Great Hall graduation celebrations
More than 1550 graduates will relish the opportunity to celebrate their study achievements when they graduate in the University of Newcastle’s Great Hall from today.
News • 08 Apr 2021
Social enterprise innovators recount story of keeping it simple
University of Newcastle alumni share their innovation journey as founders of social enterprise Borne Clothing at I2N's Startup Stories.
News • 18 Mar 2021
Framework launched in commitment to Indigenous education and research
The University of Newcastle has unveiled a major piece in its longstanding commitment to Indigenous higher education, innovation and engagement with the launch of its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education and Research Framework, coinciding with national Close the Gap Day.
News • 15 Mar 2021
Indigenous research trailblazer honoured with lecture series
Esteemed historian and Indigenous research trailblazer, University of Newcastle Emeritus Professor John Maynard has been honoured with a new lecture series in his name.
News • 08 Mar 2021
Yarning Circle to bring communities together
A Yarning Circle, established to provide a significant and accessible meeting space for local Aboriginal communities and the Central Coast community, has officially opened at the University of Newcastle’s Ourimbah campus.
News • 05 Mar 2021
Scholarship win for surf life saving champion
One of Australia’s shooting stars of surf life saving, Jemma Smith, has been awarded the inaugural Newcastle Knights Minerva Scholarship.
News • 04 Mar 2021
Practical founder shares story of combating rising youth unemployment
Tricia Martin shares her innovation journey as founder of a youth skill building and employment platform at I2N's Startup Stories.
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.