News and events
News
News • 29 Apr 2024
From the Classroom to the Operating Room: Emily Mason’s Journey as an Indigenous Female Surgeon
For proud Gamilaroi woman, Emily Mason, the path to becoming one of the country’s only Indigenous traumatology specialist surgeons has …
News • 30 Jun 2023
Almost $3m grant secured for sector-first in Indigenous health research
The University of Newcastle in partnership with the Lowitja Institute has received just under $3 million in federal funding to …
News • 27 Jun 2023
Students taking on global health challenges
With international travel back on the agenda, the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing is pleased to be supporting students on their immersion trips throughout the Asia-Pacific. Over the past 12 months the college has worked to reintroduce global study opportunities to enrich students' study experiences.
News • 22 May 2023
Warm your Head and Heart!
Our friends at Mark Hughes Foundation have just released this year’s beanie designs! When you buy a beanie, all of the proceeds will support crucial brain cancer research and treatment.
News • 30 Mar 2023
Collaboration delivers world-first for radiation oncology
The newly opened Global Centre for Research and Training in Radiation Oncology at the University of Newcastle is elevating the standard of cancer care around the world with support from our valued partners and collaborators.
News • 20 Oct 2022
Generous gifts to celebrate 40 years of good
To mark 40 years since they began in 1982, the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee set their minds on another remarkable milestone – raising an incredible $400,000 for cancer research at the University.
News • 31 Aug 2022
World-first stroke recovery program launches in Newcastle
An online resource portal, co-designed by people living with stroke with researchers from HMRI and the University of Newcastle, is offering specialised support on the journey to recovery.
News • 14 Mar 2022
Clinical School and Research Institute to reshape future of Central Coast health care
The University of Newcastle Central Coast Clinical School and Central Coast Research Institute was officially opened today by the Hon Scott Morrison MP, Prime Minister of Australia.
News • 20 Sep 2021
Partnering towards a brighter journey ahead
The Guyati, Garraka wa Witing Speech Pathology Project is a ground-breaking program to address the critical shortage of speech pathology services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in rural NSW.
News • 24 Jun 2021
Graduation marks milestone for students on their academic journey
In recognition of their significant academic achievement, students across the University of Newcastle’s Callaghan and Ourimbah campuses will mark the culmination of their studies at graduation ceremonies over the next week.
News • 26 Apr 2021
Brawn fellows leading the world in health research
Hear from four researchers leading life-changing work thanks to the generosity of a gift beyond a lifetime.
News • 12 Oct 2020
Students offer remote service to improve our diet
Students of the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics program at the University of Newcastle are inviting people to video call or ‘Zoom’ in to a Telehealth clinic for advice on their diet.
Events
Workshop
Writing Questions for Secure Online Assessment
This workshop is delivered by the Education Development team and will cover the foundations of writing high-quality questions for secure online assessments.
Webinar
Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions
The LDTI Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions are intended as an opportunity for staff to come together to discuss their use of the platform, and share what is working and what is not. We will also discuss any upcoming enhancements, new
Webinar
3P Assurance of Learning
The LDTI AI in Action sessions are an opportunity for staff to come together and discuss how they are using GenAI in their teaching, learning, and research. Each 30-minute session includes a brief demonstration and time for Q&A.
Event
Exercise Right Week: A free Community Health initiative by the University of Newcastle Exercise Physiology Clinic
Not sure where to start with exercise? Returning to exercise? Or dealing with an injury, niggle or health condition? Exercise Right Week is your start point. Free Community Health Assessments during Exercise Right Week, including personalised exercise programs.
Webinar
Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine Webinar
Join Professor Andrea Coda, Head of Discipline (Podiatric Medicine), for an exclusive webinar to discover how the Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine at the University of Newcastle can help students build a highly employable, clinically rewarding, and future-focused healthcare career.
Workshop
tEN June Showcase and Seed Funding Application - Shut-up and Write session
This session is designed for staff wanting to put time aside to work on their applications for the Educator Network Showcase and Teaching and Learning projects.
Webinar
GenAI Foundations for Teaching (repeat)
This hands-on workshop is designed to empower educators to leverage generative AI as a tool to enhance student engagement, foster creativity, and strengthen constructive alignment in assessment practices.
Webinar
Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions
The LDTI Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions are intended as an opportunity for staff to come together to discuss their use of the platform, and share what is working and what is not. We will also discuss any upcoming enhancements, new
Workshop
Leveraging GenAI for Assessment Design
How can AI help us design better assessment tasks? In this session, we'll explore key considerations when using AI to generate ideas for assessments, focusing on how to craft effective and meaningful tasks, and other important factors to ensure a
Webinar
GenAI and Copyright
The LDTI AI in Action sessions are an opportunity for staff to come together and discuss how they are using GenAI in their teaching, learning, and research. Each 30-minute session includes a brief demonstration and time for Q&A.
Webinar
An Introduction to Vibe Coding in Education
The LDTI GenAI Tinker Sessions provide an opportunity for academic staff to try out different tools, experiment with their functionality, and think about how they could be used in day-to-day work.
Workshop
Discussing GenAI in the Classroom
Participants will explore key considerations and policies for using GenAI, examine different use cases in the classroom, and discuss how to have conversations about GenAI with their students.
Webinar
Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions
The LDTI Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions are intended as an opportunity for staff to come together to discuss their use of the platform, and share what is working and what is not. We will also discuss any upcoming enhancements, new
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