Events

Keep an eye out below for our evolving list of events. 
You can also be notified of upcoming events when you update your details.

Discover postgraduate Environmental Health Sciences

13 June 2024 12:00pm1:00pm
Learn about study options that will help you develop skills to address some of the most important challenges of our time. You can help manage modern environmental health risks.

Discover postgraduate Food Science and Technology

17 June 2024 5:00pm6:00pm
Further your career in one of the world's largest industries. Now's the time to gain in-demand skills through postgraduate study at Australia's #1 university for food science and technology (Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023)
Free event
Online

Discover postgraduate Financial Mathematics

18 June 2024 5:00pm6:00pm
Develop cutting-edge skills in Financial Mathematics with postgraduate study at The University of Queensland. This session is the perfect opportunity to understand your study options in a specialist field.
Free event
Online

Discover postgraduate Molecular Biology

19 June 2024 5:00pm6:00pm
Acquire high level knowledge valuable for both research and industry applications. Join us at this webinar to learn more about your postgraduate study options in Molecular Biology at Australia's #1 institution for biological sciences.
Free event
Online

Discover postgraduate Geographic Information Science

20 June 2024 5:00pm6:00pm
Boost your employability in a wide range of industries with postgraduate studies in Geographic Information Science. This informative webinar will give you all the information you need start your GIS studies at Australia's #1 university for geographic and environmental sciences (QS World University Rankings 2023).
Free event
Online

Discover postgraduate Biostatistics

24 June 2024 5:00pm6:00pm
Learn to apply statistics in exciting and versatile ways to modern health problems. At this event you'll get the information you need to successfully apply for postgraduate study and develop your career.
Free event
Online

Party with a Purpose

27 July 2024 7:00pm11:00pm
It's time to set sail with Party with a Purpose 2024. Our much much-loved annual event is taking to the water aboard a luxurious Oasis cruise.
Early bird tickets: $95 each or $90 for a group of 4 or more (early bird tickets are limited)
General tickets: $115 each
Location: River deck, Oasis Cruising

Prostate Cancer Gala: celebrating the Class of 1977

31 August 2024 6:30pm11:30pm
With live music and entertainment, raffles, auctions, premium food and beverages, this is an event not to be missed. Best of all, funds raised on the night will support prostate cancer research at UQ.
Ticket price: $280
Location: The Long Room, Customs House, Brisbane.

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UQ Rugby Benefit in New York City

2 November 2023 6:00pm9:30pm
This year's event is timed conveniently a few days just after the completion of the Rugby World Club final in Paris, and we're celebrating all things Rugby World Cup. If you're travelling to Paris for the World Cup, why not break up your journey home and stop by New York?

Master your career expo

2 November 2023 4:00pm7:00pm
Discover UQ’s variety of postgraduate study options. Join us at our St Lucia campus for an evening of food, fun, and further study. We’ll have staff representing our postgraduate programs there to chat with you, and so much more!

Short course: negotiating for success

2 November 2023 9:00am3 November 2023 5:00pm
UQ alumni receive a 20% discount off all short courses delivered by Executive Education. Many jobs involve forms of negotiation, where we encounter challenging situations that require persuasion but are often perceived as stressful. Designed and delivered by Dr Daisung Jang, this course will help you gain the tools to refine your negotiation methods and approach.

MBA information event (webinar)

1 November 2023 12:00pm1:00pm
Presented by MBA Director, Associate Professor Nicole Hartley, the MBA information event is your chance to learn everything you want to know about the MBA ranked #1 in the world for student quality. Online webinar.

UQ alumni reception in London

31 October 2023 6:30pm8:30pm
Join Professor Andrew Griffiths, Executive Dean, Faculty of Business, Economics and Law at a reception for alumni and friends of The University of Queensland at the Australian High Commission in London. Location: Downer Room, Australia House, Strand London, WC2B 4LA, United Kingdom.
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UQ Moreton Bay Research Station alumni open day

28 October 2023 9:30am2:00pm
Join us for an exclusive day on stunning Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) in Moreton Bay, where you'll have the unique opportunity to go behind the scenes at UQ's renowned marine research hub, the Moreton Bay Research Station.

3T Event: live well, age well – the pathway forward for dementia (in person) (join the waitlist)

25 October 2023 9:45am12:00pm
Join us for a special 3T event at the Queensland Brain Institute (QBI), where you will hear from researchers specialising in healthy ageing and the brain, followed by a tour of the research labs. This event has sold out - join the waitlist.

Learning the Practice of Leadership

25 October 2023 9:00am27 October 2023 5:00pm
UQ alumni receive a 20% discount off all short courses delivered by Executive Education. Designed and delivered by Dr Richard O’Quinn, this new professional development will help you gain the foundational leadership tools to confidently guide others and achieve positive outcomes. Location:UQ Brisbane City

UQ Master of Laws information webinar

24 October 2023 5:00pm6:00pm
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Hear from teaching staff and alumni at our information webinar and discover how the UQ Master of Laws (LLM) is custom-built for you.

Book Launch with Professor Alex Bellamy

24 October 2023 1:00pm2:00pm
Join the Asia Pacific Centre for the Responsibility to Protect to celebrate the launch of Professor Alex Bellamy's latest book, Warmonger: Vladimir Putin's Imperial Wars. During the event, Professor Bellamy will discuss the hows and whys of the war in Ukraine as detailed in his book, followed by an opportunity for audience questions. Location: Sir Llew Edwards Building (14), UQ St Lucia.

2023 Tom O'Regan public lecture (in person)

24 October 2023 12:00pm1:00pm
From books and barcodes to algorithmic culture and beyond: a research journey presented by Professor Ted Striphas. Location: ViewPoint Room (Building 33), UQ

Ultramarine Conversations: Mare Nullius

20 October 2023 5:30pm7:00pm
Please join us at UQ Art Museum on Friday 20 October for an evening of discussion about Indigenous water rights as part of our current exhibition "Mare Amoris | Sea of Love".

MBA information event (in person)

19 October 2023 5:30pm7:30pm
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. Location: UQ Brisbane City, 308 Queen Street.

Leadership for the tourism experience economy (in person 2-day course)

18 October 2023 9:00am19 October 2023 5:00pm
Build consumer loyalty by creating a customer experience (CX) culture for your tourism business. UQ alumni receive a 20% discount on all short courses delivered by Executive Education.

UQ Giving Day 2023

18 October 2023 8:00am6:00pm
Giving Day is a 24-hour global fundraising challenge where we call on our UQ community to make a gift towards a cause they are passionate about. Multiple locations.

UQ Ventures Student Bridge to Brisbane (B2B) Team

15 October 2023 6:15am4:00pm
Join Team UQ at this year’s Bridge to Brisbane (B2B). Entries for Bridge to Brisbane are now open and we hope you’ll consider lacing up your runners to support UQ in the race.

Alumni Bridge to Brisbane (B2B) Team

15 October 2023 6:00am3:00pm
Join Team UQ at this year’s Bridge to Brisbane (B2B). Entries for Bridge to Brisbane are now open and we hope you’ll consider lacing up your runners to support UQ in the race.

Party with a purpose

14 October 2023 7:00pm11:00pm
Party with a purpose is back for 2023. 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!

QBI and Lexus of Brisbane spring high tea (in person)

14 October 2023 12:30pm4:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of French champagne and fun and help support the team of trekkers who will be walking the Flinders Ranges to raise money for QBI researchers working to find potential solutions for those living with dementia. Location: Victoria Park Golf course

Cheese and chats at The Atrium – vaping what's the harm? (in person)

12 October 2023 5:00pm7:00pm
Join us on Thursday 12 October for the next cheese and chats event where Professor Coral Gartner and Associate Professor Henry Marshall will discuss potential health risks related to vaping.

Leading effective teams (in person 2-day course)

12 October 2023 9:00am13 October 2023 5:00pm
UQ alumni receive a 20% discount. Designed and delivered by Professor Tyler Okimoto, this new professional development course will equip you with the knowledge and tools to adapt your leadership style to meet the needs of your team. After completing this course, you’ll be able to critically analyse your team dynamic, understand how to influence that dynamic, and formulate strategies for effective team leadership.

Innovation in tourism with design thinking (in person 2-day course)

11 October 2023 9:00am12 October 2023 5:00pm
Improve customer satisfaction and diversify revenue streams by creating innovative and inexpensive solutions to complex problems.
This highly interactive course will set your business apart from competitors by equipping you with effective, budget-friendly techniques to address challenges, seize new opportunities and diversify service offerings. UQ alumni receive a 20% discount on all short courses delivered by Executive Education.

George Watson public lecture (in person)

10 October 2023 6:00pm8:00pm
Join the School of Communication and Arts for a thought provoking public lecture entitled: The Evolution of #MeToo: A Comparative Analysis of Vernacular Practices Over Time and Across Languages. This talk will be followed by drinks and canapés.
Location: The Terrace Room Sir Llew Edwards

Thought Leadership Series: inspiring our future health leaders (in person)

10 October 2023 5:30pm7:30pm
We invite you to join us for an insightful discussion with our expert panel who will explore the themes that arose and some practical and tactical elements, outlined in the Reimagining Systems of Care report. Location: UQ Brisbane City

Ventures ilab Accelerator: Applications close 22 October

10 October 2023 12:00pm22 October 2023 6:00pm
Applications are now open for the 2024 ilab Accelerator program. During the four-month program (December to March), each startup team receives $10,000 funding to help get you ready for the market. Founders from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Open to all UQ students, recent alumni, and staff.

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