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News • 20 Jun 2018
New Vice-Chancellor announced
The Council of The University of Newcastle has announced the appointment of Dr Alex Zelinsky AO as its next Vice-Chancellor and President, commencing in early November 2018.
News • 20 Jun 2018
Mental illness going unrecognised in country communities
Researchers have found that one third of country people experiencing psychological distress don’t identify as having a mental health problem.
News • 18 Jun 2018
University of Newcastle Professor elected as World Academy of Ceramics academician
University of Newcastle’s Professor Ajayan Vinu has been elected as an academician in the World Academy of Ceramics.
News • 07 Jun 2018
UON continues to move up QS World University Rankings
The University of Newcastle is now ranked 214th in the prestigious 2019 QS World University Rankings announced today.
News • 06 Jun 2018
Research capabilities on show in the Upper Hunter
New research projects and opportunities for industry collaboration will be showcased in Muswellbrook today at an event hosted by the University of Newcastle’s Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) Doctoral Training Centre (DTC).
News • 29 May 2018
Preventing chronic disease among people with mental illness
Increased support to prevent chronic disease in people with mental illness will be the focus of a $597,507 Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) investment for Australian researchers
News • 25 May 2018
eHealth program targets young people’s ‘big six’ behaviours to reduce chronic disease risk
University of Newcastle researchers have collaborated on a world-first eHealth initiative aiming to target young people’s ‘big six’ behaviours to help reduce their chronic disease risk.
News • 23 May 2018
Increased support for refugee students to transition to higher education
Educators and providers will have access to a new set of tools and resources to better support students from refugee backgrounds pursue higher education, following a national research project that examined students’ transition experiences.
News • 22 May 2018
Puppet theatre start up wins funding boost
This is a news story about a start up puppetry theatre who have been awarded funding.
News • 22 May 2018
Indigenous languages research findings make global impact
Research showing that all Australian Indigenous languages descend from one common ancestor has had a major national and global impact reaching more than 150 million people.
News • 21 May 2018
How creativity plays role in early childhood education
The Hunter’s early childhood community will have the opportunity to hear from two visiting Italian researchers on the role of creativity in early childhood education when they present at a public symposium at the University of Newcastle this week.
News • 18 May 2018
Newcastle’s pioneering medical program celebrates milestone
Four decades ago the University of Newcastle’s Foundation Dean of Medicine, Professor David Maddison, was promised a free hand to create an innovative medical program.
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.