Alumni and Community

Events

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Explore the Living Classroom of Boyce Gardens

20 September 2026 8:00am–12:00pm
 
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Enjoy guided tours led by UQ experts on conservation, ecology and horticulture at the beautiful 6 hectare Boyce Gardens.
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Learn from Alumni: How to Impress Recruiters and Their Algorithms

21 September 2026 5:15pm–6:45pm
 
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This talk will dive into how AI and hiring technologies are used in recruitment and the quick changes you can make to help your application stand out. 

We'll also explore what happens when you make it to the next stage, including how to confidently approach modern interview formats. 
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3T – Frazer Institute tour

23 September 2026 9:45am–12:00pm
 
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Step inside one of Australia’s leading biomedical research institutes and discover how UQ researchers are tackling some of our biggest health challenges. This exclusive 3T event features expert insights into breakthrough medical research, a guided tour of the Frazer Institute and the opportunity to connect with fellow alumni and supporters over morning tea.
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Breakfast at The Atrium: Making AI Work for You

24 September 2026 7:30am–8:30am
 
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Enjoy a morning bite on us at The Atrium in Brisbane's CBD as we take you through practical ways to optimise your time with AI, so you can focus on the things that matter.
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UQ Alumni Scooby-Doo Spooky House Party

26 September 2026 7:00pm–11:00pm
 
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Everyone loves a house party, but no one likes to host. Good thing Scooby-Doo and the gang have your back. 

You’re invited to the UQ Alumni Scooby Doo Spooky House Party at Warner Bros. Movie World.
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2026 Philip Walker Memorial Ethics Lecture

29 September 2026 5:00pm–7:45pm
 
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Surgical effectiveness: perception versus reality – in this thought-provoking lecture, Professor Ian Harris will explore the difference between the perceived and actual effectiveness of surgery. He will examine the evidence behind surgical practice and discuss how gaps between belief and evidence have contributed to the widespread and enduring use of procedures that offer little or no meaningful benefit to patients.
Free event
Location: Customs House, 399 Queen Street, Brisbane City
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Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Class of 2016 10-year reunion

10 October 2026 6:00pm–10:00pm
 
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Registrations are now open for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Class of 2016 10-year reunion.
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Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Class of 1986 40-year reunion

17 October 2026 6:00pm–10:00pm
 
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Registrations are now open for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Class of 1986 40-year reunion being held on Saturday 17 October 2026.
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Building Business Excellence Masterclass – Longreach

21 October 2026 7:00am–9:00am
 
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Join UQ Associate Professor Sarel Gronum for a Building Business Excellence Masterclass in Longreach, to explore how to identify, build, and sustain your competitive edge.

Young Alumni Friday Drinks

23 October 2026 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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The end of the year is in sight, so let’s take a moment to celebrate everything you’ve made it through. Join your fellow UQ alumni for a relaxed Friday drink at The Beaumont Brisbane rooftop as we wind down the year together.
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UQ Postgrad Ready

23 June 2026 5:30pm–6:30pm
 
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Be postgrad ready and make a successful start to your postgraduate coursework at UQ. If you're a domestic alumnus who is considering some postgraduate study, this is a great opportunity to get an overview of the process and understand your options.

Global Connections 2026

21 June 2026 9:00am–25 July 2026 9:00pm
 
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Join us our next Global Connections events, hosted by UQ alumni in your city. These social events are a great opportunity to make new connections wherever you are in the world.

Getting Ghosted? Here's How to Secure a Job Interview

15 June 2026 6:00pm–7:00pm
 
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This drop-in webinar will help you understand the hiring process so you can land that next interview. Hear directly from a recruiter about what actually happens once your application lands in an employer's inbox and how to make it count.

Master of Physiotherapy information webinar

9 June 2026 5:30pm–6:30pm
 
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Join our team on 9 June to explore UQ's Master of Physiotherapy and understand both the musculoskeletal and sports and exercise fields of study. You'll hear about the program's advanced clinical teaching and see the structure of your further study in detail. Don't miss this opportunity to get the answers to questions which will impact your career.

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series: The Ancient Athenian Games that Rivalled the Olympics

7 June 2026 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Join UQ’s Friends of Antiquity for the June Sundar Series lecture, The Ancient Athenian Games that Rivalled the Olympics, presented by Associate Professor David Pritchard.
Location: Room E215 Forgan Smith Building, St Lucia campus
Cost: $10

Masterclass with Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev

5 June 2026 1:00pm–5:00pm
 
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This masterclass offers a rare opportunity to be in conversation with Carolyn, developing the ideas from her public lecture, including on curating, AI, and the survival of the loving subject in an intimate setting at UQ's Writers Studio, Michie Building, St Lucia campus.

Between the Angelic and the Agentic: A Curatorial Autobiography by Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev

4 June 2026 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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This June, world-renowned curator Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev will be visiting Australia for a series of public lectures, discussions and master classes, sharing insights into her deeply influential work and its positioning of curatorial practice as a form of care and as a vital tool for thinking, listening, and responding to our shared historical moment.

Orchestral Visions: Rituals of the Street

31 May 2026 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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The University of Queensland Symphony Orchestra (UQSO) invites you to experience Orchestral Visions, a dynamic afternoon of orchestral colour and rhythmic vitality as part of the UQ School of Music’s UQ Arts program.

Young Alumni Friday Drinks

29 May 2026 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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Young Alumni Friday Drinks are a way for you to have some casual fun with your fellow UQ grads.

Meet up with UQ mates or make some new ones as we celebrate the end of the working week (but don’t worry – there won’t be any awkward ice-breakers).

Threads of Identity: Stories of Fashioned Portrait

28 May 2026 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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UQ Art Museum and Brisbane Portrait Prize present the stories behind fashionably dressed bodies in portraiture. Costume scholar Dr Madeline Taylor and UQ Gender Studies Convenor Dr Cassandra Byrnes will examine Jon Molvig's 1963 Archibald Prize entry, Joy Roggenkamp, featuring artist and former student Joy Roggenkamp.

UQ Alumni and Friends Reception in New Delhi

26 May 2026 6:30pm–8:30pm
 
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Join Peter Varghese AO, Chancellor of The University of Queensland (UQ) and Professor Deborah Terry AC, Vice-Chancellor and President of UQ at a special reception for UQ alumni and friends in New Delhi, India.

UQ Postgrad and Careers Night – Sydney

26 May 2026 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Thinking about postgraduate study? Connect with fellow alumni and UQ representatives over food and drinks and hear from a panel of successful local alumni.

The Art of the Side Hustle: How to Get Started and Keep Going

21 May 2026 6:00pm–8:30pm
 
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So, you’ve got an idea and the motivation, but where do you start? Hear from a panel of alumni founders who started businesses from scratch in a candid discussion that goes beyond the questions AI can answer. 

Naida Haxton Lecture 2026

15 May 2026 5:30pm–7:30pm
 
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This annual event is hosted to honour Naida Haxton AM, UQ alum and the first woman to practice as a barrister in Queensland.

Queer Fest 2026

13 May 2026 10:00am–3:00pm
 
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Join and meet a diverse selection of local Queer artists showcasing and selling their work—from artwork to accessories—in the Great Court at Queer Fest, with food trucks, chill out zone and live music!

UQ Arts | Music by the Lakes festival

7 May 2026 7:00pm–10 May 2026 5:00pm
 
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The UQ School of Music proudly presents Music by the Lakes; a vibrant, multi-day celebration of large-scale symphonic works, outdoor performance, chamber conversations and bold new creativity.
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Cheese, Chats and Cretaceous Creatures: Celebrating the Inaugural Queensland Dinosaur Week

6 May 2026 5:15pm–7:30pm
 
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Join us at The Atrium as we raise a glass to the inaugural Queensland Dinosaur Week, with an evening of great conversation, fascinating stories and a few surprises from the land before time. Cost: $45 – includes a cheese box with tasting notes and a glass of wine.

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series: From Scraps of Papyrus to a Thriving Museum – the Value of Antiquities Collections

3 May 2026 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
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Join UQ’s Friends of Antiquity for the May Sundar Series lecture, 'From Scraps of Papyrus to a Thriving Museum – the Value of Antiquities Collections, presented by James Donaldson.
Location: Room E302 Forgan Smith Building, St Lucia campus
Cost: $10

Molecular Maverick Pitch Event

28 April 2026 6:15pm–8:30pm
 
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The Molecular Maverick Pitch Event is back, and it's better than ever.
Free event
Customs House, Brisbane

Building Business Excellence Masterclass – Sunshine Coast

22 April 2026 7:00am–9:30am
 
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Join UQ Associate Professor Sarel Gronum for a Building Business Excellence Masterclass on the Sunshine Coast, to explore how to identify, build and sustain your competitive edge.

UQ Alumni Gathering in Dublin

15 April 2026 6:00pm–8:00pm
 
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Join Professor Deborah Terry AC, Vice-Chancellor and President of UQ at a special reception for UQ alumni in Dublin.

Learn From Alumni: Start Preparing for Life After Uni

14 April 2026 6:00pm–7:15pm
 
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Dreaming of life after graduation?

This event, organised by the Alumni team, brings real graduate experiences to life, giving you a rare chance to hear honest insights and ask questions.

UQ Alumni and Friends Reception in London

14 April 2026 5:30pm–8:00pm
 
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Join Professor Deborah Terry AC, Vice-Chancellor and President of UQ at a special reception for UQ alumni and friends in London.

2026 UQ Oxford Black-Tie Dinner

10 April 2026 6:30pm
 
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Join us for a black-tie evening that will bring the spirit of Queensland to the historic halls of the oldest university in the UK.

Occupational Therapy Studies Masterclass

7 April 2026 10:00am–1:00pm
 
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Join us for a hands-on morning based on the Master of Occupational Therapy Studies. This event is for anyone considering moving into an exciting career in an exciting career in Occupational Therapy. It's a great opportunity to try out UQ's program and learning activities.

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