Events

Keep an eye out below for our evolving list of events. 
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UQ alumni travel program

1 January 2025 2:00pm31 December 2025 3:00pm
Join us as we venture through majestic landscapes, biodiversity hotspots, historical wonders and cultural centres with UQ academic hosts, providing an exclusive and enriching travel experience.

UQ Brisbane City building and history tours

25 March 2025 12:00pm22 September 2025 1:00pm
Join UQ alum Dr Keith Treschman (BSc '71, BEdSt '75, BA '79) on monthly building tours to delve into the history of the 308 Queen Street building and uncover some of the unique and quirky discoveries from the restoration process.

Language courses at The Atrium

12 May 2025 9:00am10 June 2025 5:00pm
Whether you want to travel the world, learn to speak a language, follow new interests or maintain your language skills, this new language class gives you, our alumni that opportunity to learn in a practical and supportive learning environment in the city. Limited spots, register now!

Domestic and Family Violence Awareness Month breakfast and industry panel

13 May 2025 7:45am9:30am
Join us for a breakfast and a vital conversation during Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month as we shine a spotlight on the complexities of DFV.

Biotech: past, present and future

14 May 2025 6:00pm8:30pm
Moderated by Emeritus Professor Paul Young, this panel will explore the impact of biotech innovation over the last 20 years and the promise the future holds in a world of AI, quantum computing, genome mapping and cell regeneration.

Work habit hacks: early-career essentials

15 May 2025 6:00pm9:00pm
Join us for 5 quick-fire professional development sessions designed to help young professionals work smarter and achieve their professional goals.
Location: The Atrium, UQ Brisbane City
Cost: $20

Building Business Excellence: Strategies for transformative customer experience – Longreach

20 May 2025 8:00am11:00am
Elevate customer experience beyond marketing and transform your organisation into a customer-centric leader for sustained success. Join Professor David Solnet from the UQ for a free Building Business Excellence Masterclass on strategies for delivering a transformative customer experience.

Great Court Race

21 May 2025 12:30pm2:00pm
The Great Court Race is one of UQ’s proudest traditions – a bucket-list event for competitors and a must-see spectacle. The 2025 Great Court Race – which celebrates its 40th anniversary – will be held on Wednesday 21 May from 12:30pm.

Master of Finance and Investment Management information webinar

21 May 2025 6:00pm7:00pm
Enhance your expertise in investing and financing for a connected world. Join experts from UQ's Master of Finance and Investment Management and explore your postgraduate study options in finance at UQ.

Cheese and Chats: tackling the looming global threat of antimicrobial resistance

22 May 2025 5:00pm7:00pm
Join us for the next Cheese and Chats event to learn about how we are tackling this global threat, and hear perspectives from patient experience, front-line researchers and the policy experts.

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Building Business Excellence: Competing in the age of digital disruption – Sunshine Coast

8 May 2025 5:00pm8:00pm
Navigate digital hyper, debunk scaremongering, and leverage AI for strategic disruption. Uncover growth secrets with data, AI, and emerging tech in this essential course.

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series: Greece and the birth of medicine and law

4 May 2025 2:00pm4:00pm
Join UQ’s Friends of Antiquity for the May Sunday Series, presented by Professor Alastair Blanshard, Dr Paul Eliadis AM and Michael Halliday, titled ‘Greece and the birth of medicine and law'.
Cost: $10
Location: Room E302 Forgan Smith Building, St Lucia campus

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Class of 1995 30 year reunion

3 May 2025 7:00pm11:00pm
This special reunion event is a wonderful opportunity to catch up with your UQ classmates and celebrate all you have achieved in the past 30 years.
Tickets: $210 per person and partners are welcome
Purchase your ticket by Wednesday 2 April 2025 to secure your attendance
Location: River Room, Customs House, 399 Queens Street, Brisbane

Campus bird watching tour

3 May 2025 4:00pm5:00pm
Calling all birdwatchers! Our St Lucia campus is home to an extraordinary array of wildlife, including many species of birds. Join conservationist Professor Hugh Possingham, Queensland’s former Chief Scientist, for a walk-through campus to see what you can spot – and learn about these remarkable creatures along the way.

Drop-in science: join a supertaster experiment

3 May 2025 2:00pm2:30pm
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a scientist for a day? Join our IMB scientists and take part in a fun supertaster experiment! Did you know that your dislike of Brussels sprouts might actually be in your genes? Take part in the experiment to find out more about the science of taste. Disclaimer for parents: participating could give your kids a scientific basis for avoiding greens! Open to all ages.

UQ Alumni Travel Program information session

3 May 2025 1:00pm2:00pm
Ever wished you had an academic expert to answer all your questions while travelling? Join us an information session to learn about our UQ Alumni Travel Program, run in partnership with Flight Centre.

Writing from life: how to tell your story

3 May 2025 12:00pm1:00pm
Have you ever thought about writing down your story, or the story of a loved one? Join UQP authors Simon Cleary and Carly-Jay Metcalfe, who have mastered the art of turning their real-life stories into page turners, for this inspirational talk.

In conversation: children's author Cheryl Leavy on motherhood, culture and connection

3 May 2025 12:00pm1:00pm
UQP author Cheryl Leavy speaks on the power of storytelling as a means of preserving culture, passing on traditions and advocating for change.

Family Zumba

3 May 2025 12:00pm1:00pm
Let's Move! Do you have natural rhythm? Or perhaps you have two left feet? This activity will take family bonding to a new level. All fitness levels and ages are welcome to join this family-friendly Zumba class.

Inflatable obstacle course at the UQ Pool

3 May 2025 12:00pm3:00pm
After the hard work of bargain hunting at the Book Fair, why not take a dip in the UQ Pool? Dive into fun with our inflatable obstacle course, perfect for the entire family! Plus, don’t miss out on a delicious BBQ. All ages welcome.

Hosted by UQ Sport and the UQ Swimming Club.

Bridging markets: AI, clean energy and business opportunities between China and Australia

3 May 2025 12:00pm1:00pm
Join us for an insightful session with distinguished Chinese alumni – Professor Lianzhou Wang, Professor Xue Li and Dr Frank Xu – as they share their expertise on the dynamic sectors of AI, clean energy and business investment.

Junior Scientist Hub: IMB interactive marquee

3 May 2025 11:00am2:00pm
Stop by our Junior Science Hub for hands-on activities and interactive learning. The little scientist in your life will enjoy getting dressed up in a mini lab coat and goggles.

True Crime panel: behind the scenes with writers and scientists

3 May 2025 11:00am12:00pm
Join award-winning UQP crime writer and UQ alum Matthew Condon OAM (Bachelor of Arts ’83) and internationally recognised geneticist Professor Grant Montgomery for an intriguing discussion that bridges the gap between scientific advancements and creative storytelling.

Building the future: School of Architecture, Design and Planning interactive marquee

3 May 2025 11:00am3:00pm
Experience the creativity of our amazing Architecture, Design, and Planning students as they showcase their latest projects. Get a first-hand look at models, poster displays and the design process behind their work.

Spectrum at the UQ Alumni Book Fair

3 May 2025 11:00am7:00pm
From lakeside melodies, to special performance in the stunning light-filled atrium of the UQ Global Change Institute – join us for one of the many UQ School of Music’s Spectrum festival performances.

The powerhouse of the brain: how do our cells create the energy we need to think?

3 May 2025 11:00am12:00pm
Mitochondria, the unsung heroes of our bodies, are responsible for producing the cellular currency our bodies depend upon to function. When things go wrong in the brain, mitochondria can step in to protect our cells from further damage. As such, mitochondria may very well hold the key to unlocking new treatments for neurodegenerative disease. Join us as we explore the marvellous world of mitochondria and how they power our daily lives.
Arm ornaments, Goroko, Gulf province and Finschhafen, Papua New Guinea

Tour of Anthropology Museum: stories through time

3 May 2025 11:00am1:30pm
Join Museum staff for a guided tour of the Stories through time exhibition, featuring collection highlights from Papua New Guinea, Mornington Island, Aurukun, Yirrkala, Cairns region and Solomon Islands.  

White glove tour at Fryer Library

3 May 2025 11:00am12:00pm
Hear from Fryer Librarian Simon Farley about some of the treasured collections held in UQ’s Fryer Memorial Library of Australian Literature, acquired through the generous support of the UQ Alumni Friends and other donors.

Bushtucker garden tour

3 May 2025 10:30am1:00pm
Explore a vibrant garden filled with native plants and learn about their traditional uses by First Nations peoples. Led by knowledgeable guides, you'll discover the secrets of bush plants and connect with the land in a whole new way. Perfect for nature lovers!

Please note, this walking tour is considered easy-terrain but enclosed shoes are recommended.

Campus art tour

3 May 2025 10:00am2:00pm
Join us for a cultural mediation walking tour to see 8 artworks across 4 locations. All artworks are by First Nations artists from the UQ Art Collection, including Rosella Namok, Teresa Baker, Hector Burton, Lily Kelly Napangardi, Gloria Petyarre, Johnny Yungut Tjupurrula and Nora Wompi Nungurrayi.

Drop-in science: why is my lettuce dying?

3 May 2025 10:00am1:00pm
Dr Gurion Ang from the School of the Environment is on a mission to diagnose his dying lettuce. Home gardeners and plant enthusiasts will enjoy this dive into plant pathology, soil microbiology and invertebrate zoology.

Storybook reading with the Witches of Oz

3 May 2025 10:00am11:00am
The Witches of Oz are joining the Book Fair for reading hour. It’s your chance to meet Glinda – and the so-called Wicked Witch of the West! Be sure to wear your best pink and green outfits

Ecological Lake tour

3 May 2025 10:00am12:00pm
Last year we reopened our revitalised UQ Lakes precinct, home to a vast ecosystem of plants and animals. Join UQ students on this walking tour and hear about the lake restoration and their ecosystem.

Mad Hatters tea party

3 May 2025 9:00am10:00am
Join us down the rabbit hole for a tea party with Alice and the Mad Hatter. Bring your little ones to enjoy an hour of whimsical fun featuring games, bubbles and cupcakes.

Order your nostalgic UQ class t-shirt

3 May 2025 9:00am5:00pm
For the first time ever, nostalgic UQ class t-shirts with your unique graduation year are available for order.

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