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News • 29 May 2015
UON's NeW Space reaches new milestone
The University of Newcastle's NeW Space project has commencement ceremony.
News • 29 May 2015
Growing Australia’s food industry on menu
A newly established collaboration, led by the University of Newcastle, will contribute to growing Australia’s food industry and increasing its food exports.
News • 29 May 2015
Are those fleeing persecution and impoverishment so very different?
Sociology and Anthropology PhD candidate Georgina Ramsay looks at the political rhetoric differentiating asylum seekers fleeing persecution and those fleeing...
News • 25 May 2015
UON Young Scientist finalist in the ASPIRE Prize
The University of Newcastle's Dr Hannah Power was chosen from a highly competitive field in a prestigious APEC forum.
News • 20 May 2015
New volcanic eruption trigger discovered
An international research team, including UON’s Dr David Boutelier, say the findings could lead to new ways of interpreting signs of volcanic unrest.
News • 20 May 2015
Arts Health PhD student knows the benefits of engaging with art
PhD candidate Bliss Cavanagh's Tourette's diagnosis led her to embark on an investigation into the benefits of sensory environments.
News • 12 May 2015
Eight HEPP National Priority Pool grants secured
The Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education secured eight HEPP National Priority Pool grants worth over $1.3 million
News • 11 May 2015
Jameson Cell - $36 billion value to the economy
Laureate Professor Graeme Jameson’s invention, the Jameson Cell, has been estimated to have added $36 billion to the Australian economy from 1990 to 2014
News • 07 May 2015
From steelworker to award-winning artist
Multimedia artist from UON wins Hatched art prize. Read about Andrew Styan's work here.
News • 06 May 2015
Prestigious honour for UON Laureate Professor
The University of Newcastle's Laureate Professor Scott Sloan has been awarded a prestigious fellowship to The Royal Society.
News • 05 May 2015
UON Alumni it’s your time to shine
UON is celebrating its golden year and it’s your time to shine - nominate now for the University of Newcastle's 2015 Alumni Awards
News • 04 May 2015
Study to build fitness in the great outdoors
University of Newcastle researchers who have developed an innovative, multicomponent physical activity study to help people become taut and trim.
Events
Event
2026 Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry
The University of Newcastle School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is happy to announce that applications for the Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry for 2026 is now open.
In person
Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place
A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.
In person
Orange to Blue Skies Film Screening
Join us for a screening followed by a Q&A and conversation with a panel of young people from the Hunter Valley.
In person
On Every Corner
Join us as we celebrate the graduating class of Visual Communication Design.
Event
Looking Ahead Asia-Pacific Lecture with Peter Varghese AO
Join Peter Varghese AO for a thought-provoking exploration of the forces shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific. Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy and international affairs, Peter will examine the geopolitical, economic and strategic trends influencing our region and
In person
Works In Practice Muster 4
A new research collective at the University of Newcastle that aims to foster a supportive and collaborative community of practice.
Event
NSW FLIP Showcase
From Armidale to Sydney, meet the women founders of NSW FLIP as they share what they’ve built in nine weeks.
In person
The Merv and Janet Copley Symposium
Showcasing some of the vital research that has resulted from the bequest and archival collection from across the University of Newcastle.
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.