As a university, we are driven by our passion for Queensland – its people, its landscape and its innovation.

In addition to the over 50,000 students currently enrolled at UQ, almost 60% of UQ’s 335,000+ global alumni community are based right here in Queensland.

UQ’s Regional Roadshow celebrates our students, staff, alumni and diverse partners across the state, and aims to strengthen relationships with leaders in education, government, and industry, alongside First Nations peoples and members of the local community.

Building on a legacy of regional engagement stretching back over 110 years, the program has visited 22 local destinations since 2021. Driven by The Queensland Commitment, we’re seeking out more ways UQ can foster the growth, health, and prosperity of communities across Queensland.

The schedule of UQ’s 2024 Regional Roadshow Schedule is included below.

For enquiries, please contact communityengagement@uq.edu.au

Based on feedback from communities during past roadshows, we have developed seven key areas to focus on in supporting Queensland communities:

• Community – The importance of locally-led community engagement, particularly with First Nations peoples, and a consistent presence in the regions.
• Liveability – Health and transport infrastructure as well as access to community enrichment programs such as arts, culture and sports.
• Research and innovation – The importance of collaboration between universities, industry, and government to accelerate local innovations.
• Jobs and skills – Attracting and retaining talent in regions and addressing workforce shortages. This includes assessing the value and impact of student placements as well as the associated challenges (such as cost, accommodation, and work commitments). • Pathways – Role models and clear pathways into tertiary education for regional, remote, low SES, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and first-in-family students.
• Sustainability – Energy transitions, addressing impacts of climate change, and learning from First Nations experiences. 
• Visibility – Bringing focus to key local and regional issues.