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News • 28 Jan 2026

First students welcomed to University’s new Gosford Central building

The University of Newcastle’s new building in the heart of Gosford will come alive today as Welcome Week activities kick off from 10am. The day will treat hundreds of new students to live music, a free lunch and information to help make their study journey a positive one.

News • 28 Nov 2025

University of Newcastle previews new Gosford building

The University of Newcastle has taken a major step in expanding higher education on the Central Coast, with construction now complete on the new Gosford Central building on Mann Street ahead of its Semester 1, 2026 opening.

News • 28 Nov 2025

Future Entrepreneur Challenge Celebrates 20 Years of Inspiring Young Innovators

The University of Newcastle’s Business School welcomed high-achieving Year 11 students from across New South Wales to NUspace last week for the 2025 Future Entrepreneur Challenge Presentation Day, marking the 20th anniversary of the long-running program.

News • 28 Jul 2025

Celebrating Student Success at the Newcastle Business School Academic Excellence Prize Ceremony

Newcastle Business School proudly recognised the outstanding academic achievements of its students at the 2024 Academic Excellence Prize Ceremony, held last Friday at NUspace.

News • 15 Jul 2025

I2N connects students with international startups thanks to $572,000 NCP grant

The Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) has taken 32 students to Hong Kong to hone entrepreneurial skills across a range of real-world startup projects.

Events

Webinar

Jobs on Campus Info Session - Student Ambassador (Greater Bank Finance Academy)

The Greater Bank Finance Academy, run in partnership with the University's Newcastle Business School, is looking for six current students to join their team as Student Ambassadors.

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When Tuesday 21 April 2026
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location  Online through Zoom

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Workshop

Student Friendly Canvas Content

This practical session walks through a well-structured Canvas course where students always know what to do next.

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When Tuesday 21 April 2026
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Duration 45mins
Location  Online

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Webinar

Communicating Clearly with Students in Canvas

This session focuses on using Canvas tools to set expectations and keep students on track throughout the term.

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When Thursday 23 April 2026
12:00pm - 12:45pm
Duration 45mins
Location  Online

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Webinar

GenAI and Privacy

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.

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When Friday 24 April 2026
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Duration 30mins
Location  Online

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Workshop

Rubrics Workshop (Callaghan)

This Rubrics workshop will cover the principles of using rubrics for assessment. Participants will learn how to construct a rubric that will support student learning and increase the efficiency and consistency of marking.

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When Tuesday 28 April 2026
11:00am - 12:00pm
Duration 90mins
Location  Newcastle (Callaghan)

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