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UQ alumni events take place in-person and online, across the globe, throughout the year. You can keep up to date with UQ alumni events in your area by updating your details.

Blue Assembly: Oceanic Thinking (in person)

19 February 2022 9:00am–25 June 2022 4:00pm
 
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The exhibition is part of an ambitious multi-year program exploring our relationship with the ocean by gathering “blue” approaches to research. Over several years, the program will encompass exhibitions, residencies, an online journal, screenings and more.
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Entrepreneurship and Innovation Awards – Nominations

17 May 2022 2:15pm–5 June 2022 11:15am
 
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Make your nomination today for the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Awards! Celebrate UQ’s amazing and talented entrepreneurs with UQ Ventures and nominate someone you know for Startup of the Year, Student Entrepreneur of the Year or Mentor of the Year. Nominations close 5 June.
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The next generation: How climate change and pandemics are shaping our children’s future (in person)

26 May 2022 5:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Join our panel of experts as they discuss the role that disruptive events, such as climate change and pandemics have in affecting a child’s mental health and wellbeing.

National Reconciliation Week at UQ (online and in person)

27 May 2022 9:30am–3 June 2022 5:30pm
 
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UQ will be holding a number of events and activations throughout this week to commemorate National Reconciliation Week. Explore our online and on-campus program.
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2022 QBI Lexus Alzheimer's Gala (in person)

27 May 2022 6:30pm–10:30pm
 
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The 2022 QBI Lexus Alzheimer's Gala, generously supported by Lexus of Brisbane Group, is a fun night of food, dancing and entertainment in support of dementia research at QBI.

Reunion in Rockhampton for alumni of Gatton campus – save the date

29 May 2022 11:30am–2:00pm
 
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Save the date. More infomation on this event will be added soon...
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National Reconciliation Week: First Nations artists in the UQ Art Museum

31 May 2022 9:00am–2 June 2022 5:00pm
 
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For National Reconciliation Week UQ Art Museum invites staff, students and members of the public to the Alumni Friends of UQ Collection Studies Room to spend time with important Collection works by First Nations artists. Image credit: Registrars carefully hang Gordon Hookey's "Dundalli Banner" (2021) in the Alumni Friends of UQ Collection Study Room Photo: Josef Ruckli.
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2022 Historical and Philosophical Inquiry Annual Lecture (in person)

1 June 2022 5:30pm–6:30pm
 
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The turn of the twenty-first century was characterised by “Spiritual Revolution”, with claims that interest in New Age spirituality was eclipsing religion and would continue to do so in the future.
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World Environment Day

5 June 2022 9:00am–5:00pm
 
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Join the 2022 World Environment Day celebrations. This year's theme is "Only One Earth" with a focus on "Living Sustainably in Harmony with Nature. UQ Sustainability have a range of activities, events and resources to help you get involved!
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Global Leadership Series: how do we house every Australian? (in person)

9 June 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Join a panel of experts as they share their research into this growing crisis, its impact on the most vulnerable Australians, and how we can move toward a future where all Australians enjoy the security of a stable home.
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Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation information webinar

15 June 2022 6:00pm–6:45pm
 
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Join us to learn how the UQ's Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation can help you future-proof your career. The webinar will be presented by our program leader, Dr Frederik Von Briel.
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Striking a balance - hybrid workplaces and sustaining your energy (online)

16 June 2022 6:00pm–7:30pm
 
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This panel session will be followed by virtual networking, where you can engage directly with the panellists and other audience members on strategies to find your joy at work.
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UQ Carbon Literacy Program: 20-23 June round (online)

20 June 2022 12:00pm–23 June 2022 8:00pm
 
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Are you interested in learning more about climate change and want to take action, but are not sure where to start? The UQ Carbon Literacy Program is for you! Join the next round, 20-23 June.
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Master of Business Analytics information webinar (online)

21 June 2022 6:00pm–6:45pm
 
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Join us to learn how the UQ's Master of Business Analytics can help you future-proof your career. The webinar will be presented by Program Leader, Dr Ida Someh.
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Global Development Dialogue Series: strengthening partnerships with the Pacific (online)

22 June 2022 1:00pm–3:45pm
 
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On the heels of a China-Solomon Islands security alliance, we approach this dialogue series with a broad but crucial question: How can Australian education providers strengthen relationships with the Pacific Islands region to engage in genuine partnership?
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Master of Leadership in Service Innovation information webinar (online)

23 June 2022 6:00pm–6:45pm
 
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Join us to learn how the UQ Master of Leadership in Service Innovation is designed to help you develop the leadership skills, insight and confidence required to innovate, adapt and face emerging business challenges head-on. The webinar will be presented by our Program Leader, Associate Professor David Solnet.
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Maths, AI and intuition

30 June 2022 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Delve into the surprising ways that artificial intelligence can enhance our human intuition with esteemed Australian mathematician Professor Geordie Williamson.
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Back to UQ 2022 (in person)

7 August 2022 10:00am–5:00pm
 
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Save the date - Back to UQ, our homecoming day for all alumni, will take place on Sunday 7 August.

Party with a purpose 2022

26 November 2022 7:00pm–11:00pm
 
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Party with a purpose is back for 2022. Whether your 'purpose' is to support the cause, catch up with friends and old classmates, meet new people, or hit the dance floor, we can't wait to see you there!
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Gatton Back to College Weekend (in person)

2 December 2022 2:30pm–4 December 2022 5:00pm
 
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The Gatton Back to College Weekend will be held from Friday 2 December to Sunday 4 December, hosted by the UQ Gatton Past Students Association.
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Ignite Innovation Showcase (online)

25 May 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Join us for the Ignite Innovation Showcase to hear from three inspiring scientists, as they passionately pitch their cutting-edge ideas to an audience of philanthropists, investors, fellow researchers and more. Hear how they intend to set the research world on fire with their game-changing and life-saving ideas.

Interested in being an entrepreneur? Boom or bust! (in person)

24 May 2022 5:45pm–8:00pm
 
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Have you been thinking about starting a business or wanting to monetise a passion project? Join us for a practical session on business 101 and a panel discussion with UQ alumni business owners.
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UQ Laureate Future Forum 2022 (in person)

23 May 2022 5:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Join us to hear from Professor Hugh Possingham, Queensland Chief Scientist, present on five reasons why environmentalists and scientists annoy me, even though I am one.

UQ and Biodiversity (in person)

20 May 2022 10:00am–11:00am
 
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Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about UQ’s plants and animals and how they are managed, from the most knowledgeable person on the matter!
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Succeeding as a startup in sustainability - an evening with Tritium founder, UQ Alumnus Dr David Finn (in person)

19 May 2022 5:00pm–7:00pm
 
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The UQ IEEE HKN Mu-Kappa Chapter are proud to be hosting UQ Alumnus Dr David Finn, Founder and Chief Vision Officer of Tritium DCFC at an evening in conversation with the UQ community. David will share Tritium's story from its foundation, its pivot to fast-charging and its growth to a billion dollar NASDAQ listed company.

Ultramarine Conversations: Blue Carbon Method with the Green Ambassador Program (in person)

19 May 2022 12:30pm–1:30pm
 
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Do you love art and the environment? Then come join UQ's Green Ambassador Program as we learn about sequestering carbon in coastal and marine ecosystems, at UQ Art Museums current exhibit: 'Oceanic Thinking'.
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The Great Court Race 2022

18 May 2022 12:00pm–2:00pm
 
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The Great Court Race is one of The University of Queensland’s proudest traditions – a bucket list event for competitors and a must-see spectacle!
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UQLS x Hall & Wilcox Naida Haxton Lecture (in person)

17 May 2022 6:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Coordinated by The University of Queensland Law Society (UQLS), the annual Naida Haxton Lecture is one of the main events on the Law Society’s calendar and provides an exciting opportunity to explore and discuss legal advocacy and Queensland’s legal history with a prominent member of the judiciary.

UQ ChangeMakers: leading confidently through uncertainty in 2022 (in person and online)

16 May 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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In conversation with high-performing leaders across a diverse range of industries, we’ll explore the qualities, strategies and practices of successful leadership, what communities are expecting of leaders and how to navigate complex – and changing – situations.

Ross Maclean Race Day (in person)

14 May 2022 12:00pm–5:00pm
 
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This fantastic event is sponsored by the Index Group to help raise awareness and funds for MND research at the Queensland Brain Institute. All funds raised support the Ross Maclean Fellowship, which was established in 2004 by the late Ross Maclean and his family to raise funds to fight this devastating disease.

2022 Daphne Mayo Public Lecture (in person)

12 May 2022 5:30pm–8:00pm
 
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To honour and commemorate the life of one of Queensland’s most prominent artists and arts educators, the School of Communication and Arts at UQ, has established the Daphne Mayo Visiting Professorship in Visual Culture. The Visiting Professorship is now a catalyst for dialogue and debate not only about art but also about art museums, galleries, art collecting and appreciation. In 2022 Professor Rex Butler will present a talk entitled: I AM GORDON BENNETT.
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3T Event: teeth, tusks and other chewing things (in person)

11 May 2022 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Join us at The Women's College for morning tea followed by an in-depth presentation from Dr Gary Smith, founder of Gary Smith Prosthodontics and UQ alumnus. The presentation will look at the origins of dentistry in the 13th century through to the early 18th century. Gary will also look at the advances in tooth replacement up to the commencement of the modern era.

Transforming the future: building trustworthy and ethical organisations (in person and online)

11 May 2022 7:30am–2:00pm
 
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Join us for the third annual Trust, Ethics and Governance Alliance (TEGA) Summit. Hear from our world-class researchers and experienced industry leaders who will share cutting-edge insights through interactive panel discussions and practical research presentations.

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10 May 2022 10:15am–11:15am
 
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What's the catch? The science of sustainable seafood (in person)

9 May 2022 6:30pm–7:30pm
 
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The Australian lifestyle is synonymous with seafood – whether it’s fish and chips at the beach or prawns sizzling on the barbeque. But how much of the seafood we consume is sustainable? Associate Professor Carissa Klein is a leading researcher whose work is at the forefront of marine and coastal sustainability and conservation efforts, and at the next BrisScience, she’ll be exploring that question.
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Music and Country (in person)

8 May 2022 2:00pm–3:30pm
 
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One of Australia's great didgeridoo players and composers, William Barton joins the UQ Symphony Orchestra (UQSO) as the 2022 Kinnane Distinguished Musician-in-Residence.
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Conflict In My Outlook book launch (in person)

7 May 2022 2:30pm–3:30pm
 
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Join us at Brisbane Writers Festival to launch the Art Museum's new anthology "Conflict in My Outlook", bringing together contemporary artworks and new texts shedding light on human experience in an era where data is the new oil. From digital intimacies to clickwork, this panel envisions a better future amid algorithmic racism, machine learning and the new colonial frontiers of surveillance capitalism.

UQ alumni reception in London

6 May 2022 6:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Join UQ for our first in-person visit to London in more than two years.

MBA information webinar

4 May 2022 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
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At the UQ MBA Information Evening, we will show you how our MBA develops global leaders of the future. We’ll provide valuable insight into the key features of our MBA including exclusive international exchanges, real consulting projects and our dedicated MBA Careers and Professional Development Team.
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William Barton (in person)

3 May 2022 6:30pm–8:30pm
 
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The UQ School of Music is proud to present William Barton as the 2022 Kinnane Musician in Residence. Through this lecture-performance, William will share his rich musical story, and describe his life in music.
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Dylan Sarra: The Burnett River Rocks (in person)

3 May 2022 12:15pm–1:30pm
 
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Join us at the UQ Michie Forecourt for an artist talk with Dylan Sarra about his practice in relation to the Burnett River Rocks

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series (in person)

1 May 2022 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Join us in person for the May Sunday Series event titled: 'The Position of Attic Women in Democratic Athens', presented by Associate Professor David Pritchard. The event will be held at The University of Queensland Forgan Smith Building, followed by afternoon tea.
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Family Day at the UQ Alumni Book Fair (in person)

30 April 2022 10:00am–3:00pm
 
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Calling all little book lovers! The UQ Alumni Book Fair is holding a special Family Day for the first time this year.
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White glove talk: rare Australian books from UQ’s Fryer Library (in person)

29 April 2022 5:30pm–7:00pm
 
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Don the white gloves and get up close to some of the treasures of Australian literature in this intimate event at UQ’s Fryer Library.
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Ultramarine conversations: the body as a tool for ocean research (in person)

29 April 2022 12:30pm–1:30pm
 
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Artist and academic Dr Izabela Pluta and feminist cultural studies researcher Dr Rebecca Olive use their bodies for ocean research: diving, swimming, surfing. In this panel they join UQ Art Museum Education Manger Dr Jacqueline Chlanda to discuss what embodied methodologies can teach us about the ocean, and in turn, what the ocean can teach us about our bodies.

UQ Alumni Book Fair® (in person)

29 April 2022 9:00am–2 May 2022 3:00pm
 
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More than 110,000 books, magazines, vinyl records, videos, DVDs and other pre-loved goodies will be available at this year’s UQ Alumni Book Fair®, helping us raise funds for UQ student scholarships.
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BEL x UQ alumni: Federal budget – what it means for you (online)

12 April 2022 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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The Federal budget can be overwhelming – join UQ academics as they pull it apart and explain how it could impact you this financial year.

Get Finance Fit: Bull or bear– how to invest money in a volatile environment (online)

7 April 2022 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join Effie Zahos, Andrew Courtney and Dr Christoph Breidbach to get to know about up-and-coming investing methods. Learn about the latest investing trends and how you can make your dollar stretch.
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MBA information evening (online and in person)

7 April 2022 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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At the UQ MBA Information Evening, we will show you how our MBA develops global leaders of the future. We’ll provide valuable insight into the key features of our MBA including exclusive international exchanges, real consulting projects and our dedicated MBA Careers and Professional Development Team.

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RNA Afternoon (in person and online)

7 April 2022 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
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Join the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology for an afternoon showcasing recent advances in RNA Therapeutics.

3T Event: UQ Vaccine - how we produced a vaccine in 12 weeks, why we stopped and what is the new UQ Vaccine? (in person)

6 April 2022 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Join us at The Women's College for morning tea followed by an in-depth presentation from Professor Trent Munro, Senior Group Leader at the Australian Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, where we will venture behind the scenes of UQ’s COVID-19 vaccine project, including what's next for the team.

Creating treatments for future pandemics before they happen (online)

4 April 2022 6:30pm–7:15pm
 
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The worldwide spread of SARS-CoV-2 has highlighted the urgent need for new and rapid approaches against emerging viruses. Join us online to learn about UQ's new research to develop new antiviral treatments... before our next pandemic.
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Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series (in person and online)

3 April 2022 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Join us in person or online for the April Sunday Series event titled: 'In the Shadow of Giants: Mark Antony on the Big Screen', presented by Dr Tom Stevenson and Tyla Cascaes. The in-person event will be held at The University of Queensland Forgan Smith Building, followed by afternoon tea.
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UQ alumni brunch (in person)

2 April 2022 9:30am–11:30am
 
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Join us for the opportunity to hear from Vice-Chancellor, Professor Deborah Terry AO, and a special guest speaker.
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Meet Dr Anita Heiss - Brisbane Square Library (in person)

1 April 2022 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join Dr Anita Heiss, in conversation with Professor Bronwyn Fredericks, as she discusses her personal memoir, Am I Black Enough for You?
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Rodney Wylie Fellowship Lecture in Brisbane (in person)

31 March 2022 5:30pm–8:00pm
 
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Join us for the Rodney Wylie Fellowship Lecture in Brisbane, co-hosted by UQ Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Deborah Terry AO and Faculty of Business, Economics and Law, Executive Dean, Professor Andrew Griffiths.
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Rodney Wylie Fellowship Lecture in Melbourne (in person)

29 March 2022 5:30pm–8:00pm
 
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Join us for the Rodney Wylie Fellowship Lecture in Melbourne, hosted by Professor Andrew Griffiths, Executive Dean, UQ Faculty of Business, Economics and Law.
Beijing Connection

Beijing Connection

25 March 2022 7:30pm–9:30pm
 
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Join us at the Beijing Connection event to meet UQ alumni in your area! Please help us grow our global community by sharing this.

Bangalore Connection (in person)

25 March 2022 7:30pm–9:30pm
 
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Global Connection Bangalore India - hosted by Kunal Mysore. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Guangzhou Connection – cancelled

25 March 2022 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Unfortunately, the Global Connection Guangzhou China event has been cancelled due to the rising COVID-19 cases.

Taipei Connection (in person)

25 March 2022 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection Taipei Taiwan - hosted by Arthur Liu. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Japan Connection (online)

25 March 2022 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection Tokyo Japan - hosted by Tim Tout. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Taipei Connection (in person)

25 March 2022 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection Taipei City, Taiwan - hosted by Arthur Liu. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Shanghai Connection – cancelled

25 March 2022 6:30pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Shanghai China event has been cancelled due to the rising COVID-19 cases.

Chengdu Connection (in person)

25 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Chengdu China - hosted by Kevin Qi. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Goa Connection (in person)

25 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Goa India - hosted by Manish Gosalia. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

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Canberra Connection (in person)

25 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Canberra Australia - hosted by Dahra Flaherty. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Colombo Connection (in person)

25 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Colombo Sri Lanka - hosted by Abeykoon Kodithuwakku Arachchige Yushan Tharanga. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Auckland Connection (online)

25 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Auckland New Zealand - hosted by Ying-Pin Louis Lan and Khae Pothipat. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Chennai Connection (in person)

25 March 2022 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Global Connection Chennai India - hosted by Gayathri Govindarajan. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Vancouver Connection (cancelled)

25 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Vancouver has been cancelled. We hope to see you at the next Global Connection event!
UQ Women in Engineering Breakfast 2022

UQ Women in Engineering Breakfast 2022 (in person)

25 March 2022 7:00am–9:00am
 
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Join us at the annual UQ Women in Engineering corporate breakfast hosted by the UQ Women in Engineering Alumni Ambassador Council as our experienced keynote speaker and panellists share their experience on how we can create a more inclusive future.

Ulaanbaatar Connection (in person)

24 March 2022 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection Ulaanbaatar Mongolia - hosted by Byambasuren Tumurbaatar. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

London Connection (in person)

24 March 2022 6:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Global Connection London UK - hosted by Paul Kelly. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Melbourne Connection (in person)

24 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Melbourne Australia - hosted by Paul Gibney. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.
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Ultramarine conversations: architecture and the environment (in person)

24 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Brydon Wang and Dr Margaret Cook will meet on the Art Museum lawn for a discussion with Dirk Yates about water environments and how architecture has responded to these places in the past and future propositions. Set alongside the outdoor installation of SUPERFLEX’s Dive-In, the panel will take the work’s speculative provocation – architecture for a submerged world – as a leaping off point for a critical consideration of the built environment and the waters we inhabit.
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UQ Young Alumni – Welcome to 2022 (in person)

24 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Come and join the UQ Young Alumni Advisory Board for the first social event of the year. Reconnect with your fellow graduates or make new friends. You will also have the chance to hear first-hand about the exciting events we have lined up for the UQ Young Alumni Program this year.
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Frontier Forum: building better cities (online)

24 March 2022 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join our expert panel as they debate what makes a sustainable, liveable, global city.

Dubai Connection (in person)

24 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Dubai - hosted by Sabi Aggarwal, Kylie McIntyre and Matthew Chen. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Bangkok Connection (in person)

24 March 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection Bangkok Thailand - hosted by Sully Bholat. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Sydney Connection (in person)

24 March 2022 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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Global Connection Sydney Australia - hosted by Amelia Shaw and Derrick Pereira. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Santiago Connection (in person)

23 March 2022 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection Santiago Chile - hosted by Rodrigo Zarate and Mary Robinson. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Lima Connection (in person)

23 March 2022 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection Lima Peru - hosted by Inés Valenzuela. Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni in cities all over the world! These events are your opportunity to meet UQ alumni in your area and expand your professional and social network.

Ventures ilab Accelerator Pitch Night

23 March 2022 5:30pm–9:00pm
 
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Join Ventures at the Tivoli for Pitch Night, Wednesday 23 March, where UQ’s startup entrepreneurs will present their cutting-edge innovations - from social entrepreneurs to trailblazers in community building, nutrition, eco-packaging, and STEM education. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the future being made right here in Queensland.
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Rodney Wylie Fellowship Lecture in Sydney (in person)

22 March 2022 5:30pm–8:00pm
 
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Join us for the Rodney Wylie Fellowship Lecture in Sydney, hosted by Professor Andrew Griffiths, Executive Dean, UQ Faculty of Business, Economics and Law.
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RD 1 UQ v Wests at Home for Women in Rugby

22 March 2022 8:00am–5:00pm
 
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Rivals, the Bulldogs, will face the Red Heavies at home for the Women in Rugby round. Games will begin at 8:00am on Field 7 and run all day.
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Gatton campus reunion in Nambour (in person)

19 March 2022 12:00pm–3:00pm
 
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The UQ Gatton Past Students Association invites Gatton campus alumni and their families to this annual reunion.
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Ancient History Day (in person)

19 March 2022 9:00am–4:00pm
 
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Join us for the 27th annual Ancient History Day at UQ's St Lucia campus as we explore power, status and authority.
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Alumni postgraduate study advice week (in person, online, or over the phone)

14 March 2022 10:00am–18 March 2022 5:00pm
 
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UQ's Future Students team is setting aside a week from 14 to 18 March to offer bespoke postgraduate advice to UQ's alumni community. Book in for a 30 minute one-on-one session with a postgraduate study advisor online, on our St Lucia campus, or over the phone.
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The Woman Effect: endurance (in person)

9 March 2022 7:15am–9:00am
 
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The University of Queensland invites you to attend our International Women’s Day 2022 breakfast featuring our inspiring panel of women who are forces for change in innovation technology, health and business. Learn firsthand from their reflections and sage advice to conquer challenges in business and life.
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Celebrating International Women's Day at UQ

8 March 2022 2:30pm–4:00pm
 
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Diversity – of thought, experience, and background – strengthens our UQ community. Join UQ Vice-Chancellor Professor Debbie Terry AO as we celebrate International Women’s Day, and explore the theme “Break the Bias”.

Radio revelations: Discovering our galaxy’s hidden planets (online)

7 March 2022 6:30pm–7:30pm
 
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This month, we're back at home, as COVID-19 has again hampered our efforts to present at The Edge, but we hope to return to in-person events as soon as possible. In the meantime, get comfy and join us on the hunt for exoplanets.

Ultramarine Conversations: Blue Carbon Method

3 March 2022 12:30pm–1:30pm
 
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Off the back of her time at COP26, Professor Catherine Lovelock will join Senior Curator Peta Rake to discuss the recently formalised Blue Carbon Method: the sequestering of carbon in coastal and marine ecosystems. They will address the big hopes that Blue Carbon offers, as well as what issues might arise.

Alumni events

3 March 2022 10:30am–11:30am
 
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Financial Fundamentals for Startups & SME’s (in person)

Financial Fundamentals for Startups & SMEs (in person)

3 March 2022 9:00am–4:00pm
 
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UQ Ventures in partnership with BDO for Startups, has designed this Financials Fundamentals workshop specifically to increase your financial literacy and confidence with numbers.
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3T Events: A history of genocide with emphasis on Australia's frontier wars

2 March 2022 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Join us at The Women's College for morning tea followed by an in-depth presentation from Dr Frank Moloney on the history of genocide in Australia. Registrations open soon.

UQ ChangeMakers: CSR best practice workshop

24 February 2022 5:00pm–6:30pm
 
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Join us for an exclusive workshop with UQ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expert Professor Neal Ashkanasay OAM to learn practical tips for implementing CSR in the workplace.
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Ventures Open House (in person)

24 February 2022 11:00am–1:00pm
 
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Have a look inside the Ventures space, where we make your ideas reality!
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Digital Society

23 February 2022 4:00pm–8:00pm
 
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The University of Queensland (UQ) and the UK Government’s Science and Innovation Network (UK SIN) will host the Digital Society virtual event on Wednesday 23 February as part of the UK/Australia Season.
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Plogging with UQ Sustainability (in person)

21 February 2022 4:30pm–8:00pm
 
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“Plogging” is the activity of jogging and picking up litter, it’s like a speedy emu walk.
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Meet the Researchers: the heart of discovery (online)

11 February 2022 12:30pm–1:45pm
 
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Ahead of this Valentine’s Day we invite you to share our passion for making the world a better place with life-saving research. Join us online to hear from our leaders in cardiovascular disease and stroke research at our next 'Meet the Researchers'.
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Friends of Antiquity: Adrian Heyworth-Smith Memorial Lecture (in person and online)

6 February 2022 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Associate Professor Kathryn Welch from The University of Sydney will be presenting "Livy, Rome, and the Gauls in 390 BCE: a story too good to be true?” at the 2022 Adrian Heyworth-Smith Memorial Lecture.
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UQ ChangeMakers: profit, planet and people – navigating corporate social responsibility (online)

3 February 2022 6:00pm–7:15pm
 
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Join us to hear from UQ alumni who are leading experts in corporate social responsibility.
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Postgraduate study advice sessions (video or phone call)

19 January 2022 12:00pm–31 January 2022 11:00pm
 
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You have until the January 31 to apply for most postgraduate programs at UQ. Book a postgraduate advice session with UQ Future Students staff at a time that suits you to help you prepare your application.
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Herb Garden Workshops (in person)

18 January 2022 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
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Join this workshop hosted by UQ Sustainability and learn how to make, grow, and care for your very own herb garden. Two half-hours sessions 12–12:30pm and 12:30–1pm.

Veterinary reunion for the class of 1991 (in person)

11 December 2021 5:00pm–12 December 2021 3:00pm
 
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This event will comprise an evening reception and a tour of UQ Gatton the following day.

UQ Ventures: Agile Project Management (online)

9 December 2021 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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Learn to plan, execute and deliver projects in the modern workplace through lean methodologies. This session will focus on SCRUM, Kanban and Lean Startup methodologies.

The Inaugural Aunty Pamela Mam Oration

8 December 2021 5:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Community controlled organisations were created more than 50 years ago, acknowledging the right of Indigenous Australians to deliver services that build strength and empowerment in communities, where government run services had been failing. They were designed by community, for community.

3T Events: End of Year Celebration (in person)

7 December 2021 11:00am–2:00pm
 
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Join us at The Women’s College for this special end of year celebratory 3T event. The event will include an informative presentation from Dr James Lancaster titled "An Unexpected History of Christmas”, followed by a buffet lunch.

UQ ChangeMakers: Roundtable discussion – how do we build a climate-smart 'toolkit' in agriculture? (online)

29 November 2021 5:30pm–6:30pm
 
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Join UQ alumni Thomas Hall and School of Agriculture and Food Science’s Professor Melissa Fitzgerald to learn more about what goes into environmentally conscious farming.

Guangzhou Connection (in person)

26 November 2021 8:00pm–10:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you stay connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. 

Beijing Connection (in person)

26 November 2021 7:30pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you stay connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. 

Japan Virtual Connection (online)

26 November 2021 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you stay connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. 

Shenzhen Connection (in person)

26 November 2021 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you stay connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. 

Taipei Connection (in person)

26 November 2021 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni, in cities all over the world! These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking.

Shanghai Connection (in person)

26 November 2021 6:30pm–9:30pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni, in cities all over the world. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. 

Chengdu Connection (in person)

26 November 2021 6:00pm–7:30pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series hosted by alumni for alumni, in cities all over the world. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. 

London Connection (in person)

25 November 2021 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you stay connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. 

Santiago Connection (in person)

25 November 2021 6:00pm–8:30pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you stay connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. 
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Global Leadership Series: Poverty and inequality in an age of prosperity (in person)

25 November 2021 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Join UNESCO Chair in Journalism and Communication, Professor Peter Greste, and a panel of leading experts for a thought-provoking discussion on 'Poverty and inequality in an age of prosperity.'

Melbourne Connection (in person)

25 November 2021 6:00pm–8:30pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you stay connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking.

Steve Irwin Memorial Lecture (in person)

20 November 2021 2:30pm–3:30pm
 
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As part of the UQ Regional Roadshow, the University is coming to the Sunshine Coast! We hope you can join us for a very special event at Australia Zoo to enjoy a day out with your friends and family, and help us celebrate the 10th Steve Irwin Memorial Lecture.

Frontier Forum: killer superbugs – a problem much bigger than human health (online)

18 November 2021 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join our panel of experts online as they discuss the superbug threat and how it must be addressed locally and globally.

UQ young alumni: Party with a purpose (in person)

12 November 2021 7:00pm–11:00pm
 
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The UQ Young Alumni Advisory Board is hosting a fabulous night of food, drinks, raffles, live music, and dancing all in support of a great cause.

UQ ChangeMakers: The future of farming (online)

11 November 2021 6:00pm–7:15pm
 
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Join our ChangeMakers panel to hear from UQ alumni and experts on the challenges we’re facing now and solutions as we look to the future. What’s the future of the emission-heavy livestock sector? Could we transform crop protection with mRNA vaccines for plants? And how can we harness innovative technology to improve global food security?

Friends of Antiquity Sunday series (in person)

7 November 2021 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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The Inaugural RD Milns Memorial Lecture presented by Dr Stavros Paspalas (Director of the Australian Archaeological Institute at Athens), Sydney and Athens.

Get Finance Fit: Financial goal setting for 2022 (online)

3 November 2021 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join us for our most popular UQ young alumni online series this year with a four part series focussing on educating young professionals about personal finance and wealth creation.

3T Events: What is critical thinking and how can we teach it? (in person)

26 October 2021 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Join critical thinking expert, Peter Ellerton, as he explains the power of understanding critical thinking and how we can apply it in our lives.

Giving Day Philanthropy Trail (in person)

20 October 2021 12:00pm–3:00pm
 
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If you're at St Lucia on Giving Day, join us at the Great Court for a preview of our new Philanthropy Trail, where you’ll see the amazing impact that donors have had around campus!

UQ Giving Day (in person)

20 October 2021 10:30am–6:30pm
 
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UQ Giving Day is a day where the UQ community comes together to raise funds that support important causes at UQ. In 2021, there are more than 30 causes for you to choose from. Together, we can help transform the lives of students and empower researchers.

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series (in person)

10 October 2021 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Join us for our next Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series titled “Cato the Reformer”, presented by Dr Kit Morrell, Susan Blake Lecturer in Classics and Ancient History.

UQ Community Celebration in Wide Bay

8 October 2021 5:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Please join us for the Maryborough and Hervey Bay UQ Community Celebration. We look forward to bringing together UQ staff, students, alumni and partners across the Wide Bay region to celebrate your impact and shared connection to our university.

Think Twice: Freedom of Speech (in person)

7 October 2021 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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Join UNESCO Chair in Journalism and Communication, Professor Peter Greste and a panel of leading experts and academics for a thought-provoking discussion on 'Freedom of Speech'. Registrations have now closed.

UQ ChangeMakers: The science of positivity (online)

6 October 2021 6:00pm–7:15pm
 
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Hear from expert UQ researchers and alumni as they explore the science of positivity and share tips for building resilience.

UQ Riverfire Celebration 2021 (in person)

25 September 2021 6:00pm–9:00pm
 
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UQ Riverfire Celebration is returning to offer you the best seats in town for a night of spectacular fireworks. This event is sold out but you can join the wait list.
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UQ Gold Coast Alumni Brunch (in person)

25 September 2021 9:45am–11:30am
 
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Please join me for brunch and a thought-provoking panel discussion facilitated by UQ alumnus and ABC journalist, Bern Young.

UQ Gold Coast Young Alumni Drinks (in person)

24 September 2021 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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UQ is heading to the Gold Coast for our Regional Roadshow and hosting drinks for young alumni at the spectacular new Home of the Arts.

Latin America Virtual Connection: Creating change through entrepreneurship

14 September 2021 7:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Please check the time zone for your city:
Tuesday 14 September, 6pm Lima (PET), 7pm Asunción (PYT), 8pm Santiago (CLT)
Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you keep connected with UQ and fellow alumni.

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series (in person)

12 September 2021 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Join us for our next Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series as Dr Dorothy Watts AM presents on ‘Josiah Wedgwood and the Classics’.
Register

Get Finance Fit: Buying your first property (online)

7 September 2021 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join us for our most popular UQ young alumni online series this year with a four part series focussing on educating young professionals about personal finance and wealth creation.
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3T Events: Sustainability at UQ and beyond (in person)

7 September 2021 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Hear from experts from UQ's Sustainability team as they share UQ's new sustainability strategy, some of our current campus initiatives.

Beijing Connection (in person)

3 September 2021 7:30pm–9:30pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you keep connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking.

Shenzhen Connection (in person)

3 September 2021 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you keep connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking.

Japan Virtual Connection (online)

3 September 2021 7:00pm–9:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you keep connected with UQ and fellow alumni.

Guangzhou Connection (in person)

3 September 2021 6:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you keep connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking.

Shanghai Connection (in person)

3 September 2021 6:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you keep connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking. This event is fully booked.

Chengdu Connection (in person)

3 September 2021 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you keep connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking.

London Connection (in person)

2 September 2021 6:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Global Connection is an event series created by alumni for alumni, to help you keep connected with UQ and fellow alumni. These casual events are a great opportunity to meet for drinks and networking.

Young alumni networking event (in person)

2 September 2021 5:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Hosted by the UQ Young Alumni Advisory Board, join us for our next social event for all UQ graduates to meet, enjoy meaningful conversations and stay connected with the young alumni community.

Gatton Campus Reunion for North Queensland (in person)

29 August 2021 11:30am–2:00pm
 
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Join us for this North Queensland UQ Gatton Past Students Association in Atherton. To register, contact Kim Jorgensen, email: gattonpaststudents@uq.edu.au.

Cancelled: UQ Toowoomba Alumni Brunch

14 August 2021 9:45am–11:30am
 
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In light of the developing COVID-19 Queensland Government restrictions, regretfully the UQ Toowoomba Alumni Brunch will be cancelled.

Cancelled: UQ Young Alumni Drinks in Toowoomba

13 August 2021 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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In light of the developing COVID-19 Queensland Government restrictions, regretfully the UQ young alumni drinks in Toowoomba will be cancelled.

Postponed: Friends of Antiquity present the inaugural Susan Blake Lecture

8 August 2021 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Due to COVID restrictions, this event has been postponed. Join us for our August Sunday Series as Dr Kit Morrell presents on ‘Cato the Reformer’.
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Cancelled: 3T Events - The early modern Olympic Games

3 August 2021 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Due to COVID restrictions, this event has been cancelled. Join Olympic historian and Honorary Director of the UQ Centre for Olympic Studies, Professor Ian Jobling, as he delves into the early modern Olympic games. Let's find out how they compare to Tokyo 2021!

UQ ChangeMakers: Roundtable discussion – law in the Pacific (online)

26 July 2021 5:30pm–6:30pm
 
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Did you know that constitutions in many Pacific countries not only recognise customary laws but frequently place them above common law? And where local legislation does not exist, foreign legislation is often applied? 

Get Finance Fit: Investing and super (online)

15 July 2021 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join us for our most popular UQ young alumni online series this year with a four part series focussing on educating young professionals about personal finance and wealth creation.
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UQ ChangeMakers: The Pacific – why it matters (online)

13 July 2021 6:00pm–7:15pm
 
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Stability and prosperity in the Pacific have long been stated as among Australia’s top foreign policy priorities, but for many Australians, the region remains little understood.
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3T Events: Towering figures of the church and science (in person)

6 July 2021 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Join acclaimed sculptor, Dr Rhyl Hindwood AM CF, as she delves into the symbolism incorporated into the design of her monumental statues - including those produced for the University of Queensland's Great Court and, more recently, for St John's Anglican cathedral.

'Starting a side hustle' UQ Young Alumni workshop (online or in person)

22 June 2021 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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Are you looking for more meaningful work? Want to monetise a passion project? Or simply curious about starting your own business? This event is for you!

Global Leadership Series: Building trust in a post-truth world (in person)

15 June 2021 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Join moderator and UQ Chancellor, Mr Peter Varghese AO, along with UQ trust experts Professor Matthew Hornsey and Professor Nicole Gillespie, and James Mabbott, Partner in Charge at KPMG Futures, as they explore how trust in organisations and institutions can be built, restored, and preserved. 
Register

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series: The standing of sailors in democratic Athens (in person)

6 June 2021 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Associate Professor David Pritchard will present on "The standing of sailors in democratic Athens"
Register
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3T Events: The history of Aboriginal people and anthropology at UQ (in person)

25 May 2021 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Join us as we explore the history of Aboriginal people and anthropology at UQ with the Director of UQ's Anthropology Museum, Michael Aird.
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Global Leadership Series: What's it all about? Constitution, treaty, voice. (in person)

24 May 2021 5:30pm–8:00pm
 
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Join Professor Davis as she reflects on key concepts of the Uluru Statement from the Heart and explores important questions facing Australia on the path to a better future.

Friends of Antiquity Literary Lunch (in person)

19 May 2021 11:30am–1:30pm
 
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Professor Tim Parkin will present on "Cicero and Old Age after 2000 years."

Financial Literacy: Early-Stage Investment (in person)

15 May 2021 9:00am–16 May 2021 5:00pm
 
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UQ Ventures, in partnership with Angel Loop, is presenting potential investors with case studies, expert presentations and facilitated discussions.

Young Alumni: ‘Unlocking your leadership skills’ workshop (online and in person)

12 May 2021 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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What makes an effective leader and how can you use leadership skills to elevate your career?

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series: The Shellal Mosaic: Archaeological, Textual and Visual Traditions (in person)

2 May 2021 2:30pm–4:30pm
 
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Join James Donaldson, Senior Museum Officer at the RD Milns Antiquities Museum as he presents "The Shellal Mosaic: Archaeological, Textual and Visual Traditions."
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Get Finance Fit: Be tax smart (online)

20 April 2021 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join us for our most popular UQ young alumni online series this year with a four part series focussing on educating young professionals about personal finance and wealth creation.
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3T Events: Native bees in Brisbane and how to care for them (in person)

20 April 2021 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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Join us for the first 3T event of the year as we explore the weird and wonderful secrets of the biology, ecology and evolution of the stingless bees.

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series: Intrepid Lady Adventurers on the Nile (in person)

11 April 2021 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Join award-winning Australian author and UQ alumnus, Pamela Rushby as she presents "Intrepid Lady Adventurers on the Nile".
Register

UQ ChangeMakers: Black Lives Matter – the Australian context (online)

17 March 2021 6:00pm–7:15pm
 
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In the aftermath of the public death of George Floyd in the USA last May, millions of outraged citizens around the world took to the streets to protest a range of longstanding and systemic issues related to human rights, social justice and race relations.
UQ Young Alumni launch party (in person)

UQ young alumni welcome party (in person)

4 March 2021 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Join us for the UQ Young Alumni welcome party on Thursday, 4 March 2021. The new UQ Young Alumni Advisory Board looks forward to meeting you at our first social event of our 2021 calendar.
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UQ Book Club: Ordinary Matter (online)

14 January 2021 7:30pm–8:30pm
 
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This month we will be chatting to Laura Elvery, author of Ordinary Matter.

UQ ChangeMakers: Roundtable discussion – UQ ChangeMakers working in sustainability

26 November 2020 7:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Join Professor Neville Plint, Director of the Sustainable Minerals Institute at UQ for an intimate roundtable discussion on the topic of sustainability.

UQ ChangeMakers: How can you join Australian leaders fighting the sustainability crisis?

12 November 2020 6:00pm–7:15pm
 
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Around the world, we’re seeing the increasing incidence of extreme weather events and natural disasters as the impact of our changing climate becomes more apparent.
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UQ Book Club: October

22 October 2020 7:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Join our host Associate Professor Stephen Carleton as he discusses our featured book for October, Meet Me at Lennon's by Melanie Myers.

Giving Day 2020: UQ's response to COVID-19

21 October 2020 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
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In this webinar, we will venture behind the scenes of UQ’s COVID-19 vaccine project, to learn more about the development of this promising vaccine candidate and the next steps towards manufacturing.

Get Finance Fit: COVID-19 + Investment [Webinar]

15 October 2020 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Join us for our most popular UQ Young Alumni series this year - ‘Get Finance Fit’.

UQ Young Professional Series - Mentoring for career success [Webinar]

24 September 2020 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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Have you ever wished you had someone to bounce an idea about work? A mentor to coach you through a salary negotiation, seek advice on your CV or to help navigate the next step of your career as a young professional? Join us in this one-hour webinar where you will hear from UQ mentoring experts.
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Global Leadership Series – US election: Trump vs Biden [Webinar]

10 September 2020 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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The election of Donald Trump to arguably the most powerful presidency in the world sent shockwaves through the global community. While many rejoiced his challenging of the global order from NATO to China, others feared he lacked the temperament and judgement to lead the US on the world stage. Our experts will lay out the issues and possibilities, and what the great powers of the past can tell us about the future.
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UQ Book Club: August

27 August 2020 7:30pm
 
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Join our host Associate Professor Stephen Carleton as he discusses our featured book, Swallow the Air with Indigenous author, Tara June Winch.
ChangeMakers August Event

UQ ChangeMakers: A new global economy – are we entering a new industrial revolution?

20 August 2020 6:00pm–7:15pm
 
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The new era of work is driving businesses and the people within them to stay ahead of the technological curve. How will increased automation and continued digital disruption change the way we live and work? What does it mean for the future of our economy? 
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[Webinar] Global Leadership Series: Fight or flight - Managing anxiety in changing times

19 August 2020 7:00pm
 
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We all have smoke detector alarms built in. Rather than a loud beep, we feel a tenseness in the body, a racing heart, a quickening of the breath – the collective of these symptoms is known as anxiety.
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UQ Book Club: July

30 July 2020 7:30pm
 
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Join our host Associate Professor Stephen Carleton as he discusses our featured book, Mammoth with Author, Chris Flynn.
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Global Leadership Series: Creating smart, sustainable cities for the future

29 July 2020 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Urban sprawl, rapid population growth, rising sea levels: the need has never been greater to find solutions and reimagine urban landscapes to create sustainable, prosperous and resilient cities.
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Global Leadership Series webinar: What to expect from a trans-Tasman travel bubble

22 July 2020 5:00pm–6:00pm
 
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In this webinar, our expert panel will discuss the likelihood and logistics of a trans-Tasman travel bubble, and the risks and benefits it would bring to both Australia and New Zealand.

Global Leadership Series: Webinar - Creativity in the time of COVID-19

18 June 2020 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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3T Events: Genocide - Never forget, never again, Dr Frank Moloney

17 June 2020 10:00am–12:00pm
 
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