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The future of agricultural crops: to edit or not to edit

Lachlan Wallace — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 16:33:12 +0930

Join for an interactive debate during National Science Week. This event will bring together experts to discuss the science and societal implications of gene editing in agriculture. Monday 11 August, 6–7.30 pm. UniBar, Union House, North Terrace campus and online. Register.

Form and function: unravelling mechanisms driving early life microbiome responses

Lachlan Wallace — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:18:02 +0930

In this talk, Professor Hall will explore the role of probiotics in supporting microbiome development in preterm infants, highlighting evidence from their studies showing significant reductions in necrotising enterocolitis, sepsis, and overall morbidity following supplementation with beneficial Bifidobacterium strains. Wednesday 13 August, 3–4 pm. Joe Verco lecture theatre, AHMS building, North Terrace. Register.

2025 Joseph Fisher Public Lecture

Lachlan Wallace — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 08:43:58 +0930

Economics, Ethics and Power: How Can Economics Help Us Navigate the Challenges of Our Times? Featuring Senator Barbara Pocock—economist, Emeritus Professor, South Australian Senator, and alumni. Wednesday 13 August, 5.15–6.45 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. Register.

Design assessment in the age of AI

Lachlan Wallace — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:04:16 +0930

In this workshop, you will explore the impact of generative AI on assessment validity, integrity, and authenticity. Using a structured evaluation tool, you will critically examine your current assessments for their susceptibility to AI tools and consider opportunities to strengthen or redesign them. Thursday 14 August, 2–3 pm. Online. Register.

Authors in Conversation

Lachlan Wallace — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 13:45:35 +0930

Andrew Roff and Alex Cothren, two award-winning SA writers will discuss whether their stories are the antidote to doomscrolling in our fractured world, why their books almost had the same titles, and how their (in)famous writers’ group has shaped their creative journeys. Thursday 14 August, 6–7.30 pm. Online. Register.

AU Sport Quiz Night

Lachlan Wallace — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:10:17 +0930

��˲�Ʊ University Sport & Fitness is hosting a quiz night with all proceeds going towards sending the University athletes to Uni Nationals. With a $500 cash prize up for grabs, teams are invited to test their knowledge of sport, fitness, pop culture and more. Friday 15 August, 6–10 pm. Park 10 Graduates Clubhouse, North ��˲�Ʊ. Register.

Academic Integrity Awareness Week

Lachlan Wallace — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 13:01:11 +0930

Academic Integrity Awareness Week aims to uphold and refresh student and staff understanding of academic integrity. Encourage your students to engage in fun activities like workshops, pop-up stalls, games, quizzes, social media activities, free donuts, free pizza and prizes. Monday 18 to Friday 22 August, various times and locations. Register.

The politics of Australian federal gender equality policy with Emerita Professor Carol Johnson

Lachlan Wallace — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 15:25:37 +0930

Join the Fay Gale Centre for Research on Gender at a seminar presented by Emerita Professor Carol Johnson. This engaging discussion is led by one of Australia’s leading scholars on gender and politics. Wednesday 20 August, 3–5 pm. Napier 420, Stretton Room, Napier building, North Terrace campus. RSVP by Friday 15 August.

Wellbeing: Nam Baldwin - emotional wellbeing module 3

Lachlan Wallace — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 15:29:19 +0930

In this refreshingly different module, you'll discover how and why emotions can so easily be managing you, rather than you managing them in challenging situations. We keep things highly interactive as we share how you can thread simple actions into your day, allowing your self-awareness, emotional regulation and resilience skills to grow. Thursday 21 August, 12–1.30 pm. Online. Register.

Florey Annual Public Lecture

Lachlan Wallace — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:15:24 +0930

Each day, around 6,300 people are diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide. Internationally renowned oncologist Dr Laura Esserman will share the latest in personalised breast cancer screening approaches. Thursday 21 August, 6–7 pm. G030 lecture theatre, AHMS building, North Terrace. Register.

2025 Play with Pride

Lachlan Wallace — Fri, 30 May 2025 10:09:46 +0930

Join us for the 2025 edition of Play with Pride – a celebration of inclusion and diversity in sport. This event will be hosted by Ali Clarke and brings together athletes, advocates, and allies to champion LGBTIQA+ representation in sport. Friday 22 August, 2–5 pm. Bonython Hall, North Terrace campus. Tickets.

Guest lecture from the ASEAN Secretary General

Lachlan Wallace — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:15:07 +0930

In this exclusive opportunity, internationally renowned diplomat and educator His Excellency Dr Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General of ASEAN, will host a guest lecture for students, staff and alumni from the University of ��˲�Ʊ and UniSA. Speaking on the topic Deepening Relations as Comprehensive Strategic Partners: ASEAN and Australia. Monday 25 August, 11 am to 12 pm. Lecture room 3, Napier building, North Terrace campus. Register.

Childhood Obesity: Prevention and Action

Lachlan Wallace — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 13:05:42 +0930

Join us for the Healthy Development ��˲�Ʊ and Preventive Health SA forum. Childhood obesity is escalating globally. Our expert speakers will present on international and local research and insight with collaborative partnerships for obesity prevention and action. Wednesday 27 August, 5.30–8.15 pm. Napier 102 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus. Register.

Elder After Hours - Beauty and Power

Lachlan Wallace — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 13:42:19 +0930

Elder Hall welcomes two of Australia’s most compelling musicians, pianist Aura Go and cellist Timo-Veikko ‘Tipi’ Valve, for an intimate evening of chamber music. Saturday 30 August, 6.30–8.30 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Tickets.

Elder After Hours - Classical meets Jazz: Crossing the Great Divide

Lachlan Wallace — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 13:15:57 +0930

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture, is a lively and rhythmically-charged celebration of Latin American influences. Mark Simeon Ferguson’s Live and Die With the Butterflies is an evocative work combining lyrical beauty with cinematic intensity. Ravel’s Bolero, a masterpiece of orchestral color and hypnotic rhythm, is performed here in its original form followed by a reimagined version. Friday 12 September, 7–9 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Tickets.

Elder After Hours Concert - Radiance

Lachlan Wallace — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 11:22:56 +0930

In its third concert for 2025, Ensemble Lumen draws the audience into a dance of light and shadow, where three remarkable works shimmer with their own unique brilliance. Wednesday 24 September, 7–9 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Tickets.

Beyond the lecture - creating active learning experiences

Lachlan Wallace — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:53:40 +0930

In this interactive workshop, you’ll explore the principles of flipped learning and how to reframe your course to encourage greater student engagement. Through discussion and hands-on activities, you’ll examine effective strategies for designing and facilitating learning across both online and on-campus environments, and how to make intentional use of educational technologies to support these approaches. Thursday 25 September, 1–3 pm. Online. Register.