Events

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First stage of UQ’s lake and amphitheatre renewal project now complete

3 January 2024 9:30am31 December 2024 10:30am
The iconic UQ lake and part of the amphitheatre is now open for the community to enjoy.

UQ Art Museum: How we remember tomorrow

13 February 2024 4:30pm15 June 2024 4:00pm
How we remember tomorrow celebrates storytelling across generations, through oceans and waterways and transcending eras and perspectives.
Free event
Location: UQ Art Museum, St Lucia campus

Participate in Hiromi Tango's community-led project: '花弁 Hanabira (Gentle Petal)

2 March 2024 12:15pm11 August 2024 5:00pm
‘花弁 Hanabira (Gentle Petal)’ is a community-led project that will transform Museum of Brisbane’s Adelaide Street Pavilion into a vibrant sanctuary, inspiring healing and social connection.
Free event
Location: Adelaide Street Pavilion Level 3, City Hall

The Word for World is Ocean

7 March 2024 6:00pm16 May 2024 8:00pm
As part of our multi-year research and programming arc Blue Assembly, join The Word for World is Ocean Reading Circle led by Dr Bronwyn Bailey-Chateris. Free event
Location: online and (last session) UQ Art Museum, St Lucia campus

308 Queen Street building and history tour

19 March 2024 12:00pm19 November 2024 2:45pm
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.
Free event
Location: The Atrium at 308 Queen Street

UQ Hockey Club: Red Roo Ball 2024

27 April 2024 6:00pm10:00pm
The 2024 ball promises to be an unforgettable event, with great food, music and a celebration of 100 years of Men's Hockey at UQHC. We encourage all members to include their partners for the evening's revelry. The Club looks forward to seeing current and past members at this milestone celebration.
Tickets: $165
Location: Rydges Hotel - South Bank

Dine like a literary icon - Patina at Alumni Court

29 April 2024 11:00am3 May 2024 9:00pm
To mark the 2024 UQ Alumni Book Fair (3–6 May), we’re celebrating with the favourite foods of iconic writers, Ernest Hemingway and Emily Dickinson.
Available for lunch Monday 29 April and Tuesday 30 April.
Available for lunch and dinner from Wednesday 1 – Friday 3 May.

UQ MBA information webinar

1 May 2024 12:00pm1:00pm
Are you ready to make your next career move? A UQ MBA may be just what you need to take the next step. Join one of our information events to explore how an MBA can help you reach your career goals.
In-person event now full - please register for the webinar.

UQ Alumni Book Fair

3 May 2024 9:00am6 May 2024 3:00pm
More than 110,000 books, magazines, vinyl records, DVDs and other pre-loved goodies will be available at this year’s UQ Alumni Book Fair, from as little as $1, helping us raise funds for UQ student scholarships and research.
Free event
Location: UQ Centre, St Lucia campus

Spectrum

3 May 2024 11:00am5 May 2024 4:00pm
From classical to contemporary soundscapes, join us for a festival of music at UQ St Lucia. Culminating in a rare opportunity to hear Terry Riley’s pulsating minimalist masterpiece In C, alongside George Gershwin's beloved Rhapsody in Blue, the festival will feature diverse music from Mozart to the music of 2024.
Free event
St Lucia campus - various locations

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UQ MBA information event

18 April 2024 5:30pm7:30pm
Are you ready to make your next career move? A UQ MBA may be just what you need to take the next step. Join one of our information events to explore how an MBA can help you reach your career goals.
Free event
Location: UQ Brisbane City, 308 Queen Street

How to revive national competition policy: an attack on inflation and anaemic productivity

17 April 2024 4:00pm5:00pm
Join Peter Harris AO as he explores the role of competition regulation and the impact any reform could make on economic stability and growth.
Free event
Location: online

UQ Talks: how to travel more sustainably

16 April 2024 6:00pm7:00pm
With growing concerns around aviation emissions and the impact of over-tourism on communities, there is more awareness than ever of the need to travel sustainably. This UQ Talks panel explores groundbreaking research on sustainable aviation, and will offer green travel advice for all voyagers and business owners.
Free event
Location: online

The Sea is Our History and Our Future (in person event)

11 April 2024 5:30pm7:30pm
Join Lisa Reihana and Mykaela Saunders, in conversation with Ellen Van Neerven, as they discuss their practices of storytelling around Indigenous histories and futures connected to the Great Ocean. Location: The University of Queensland Art Museum

2024 Daphne Mayo Public Lecture

10 April 2024 6:00pm8:00pm
Join the School of Communication and Arts for our annual Daphne Mayo Public Lecture. Presented by international film scholar Professor Julie Turnock – From Star Wars to Marvel to the Oscars: Blockbuster Aesthetics and Special/Visual Effects. Location: Terrace Room, Level 6, Sir Llew Edwards Building.

Friends of Antiquity Sunday Series: wondrous machines – an exhibition and tour in the RD Milns Antiquities Museum

7 April 2024 2:00pm4:00pm
Join UQ’s Friends of Antiquity at the April Sunday Series event, ‘Wondrous Machines – an exhibition and tour in the RD Milns Antiquities Museum’. Location: RD Milns Antiquities Museum, St Lucia campus

UQ ChangeMakers: how to be a (better) leader: online event

3 April 2024 6:00pm7:00pm
Ever wondered what it takes to make it as a leader – and how to do it well? With the tides shifting towards purpose over profit, sustainable growth, diversity and increased accountability, it has never been more important – or more challenging – to nail the task of leadership.

UQ cricket alumni event in Bangalore

2 April 2024 6:30pm11:00pm
The UQ India alumni network invites you to join the UQ Cricket Club for an exclusive UQ alumni event in Bangalore on Tuesday, 2 April, where we'll witness an exciting T20 cricket match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore and the Lucknow Super Giants. Venue: Happilo Pavilion Terrace, M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Happilo Pavilion Terrace, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

Briscoe Sisters (in person and livestream)

28 March 2024 1:00pm2:00pm
Yalanji trio Briscoe Sisters bring language and song to the stage, fusing gospel with their yalanji spirituality.

Building Business Excellence Masterclass: systems thinking for effective decision-making

27 March 2024 5:30pm7:30pm
Refine your strategic thinking skills while engaging with other executives and industry leaders. By participating in any of our free monthly masterclasses and sharing your valuable feedback, you’ll contribute to the evolution of business knowledge and practice.

The 2024 Rodney Wylie Lecture (Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne)

26 March 2024 5:15pm3 April 2024 7:30pm
The 2024 Rodney Wylie Lecture will be presented by Michel Barnier. Michel is a French politician who served as the European Commission's Head of Task Force for Relations with the United Kingdom. Locations: Customs House, Brisbane / State Library Victoria, Melbourne / Customs House, Sydney

World Science Festival Brisbane Robowars alumni family day out - SOLD OUT

23 March 2024 9:00am11:30am
Kick-start your weekend with the whole family at the World Science Festival Brisbane Robowars alumni family day out.

Bring your family to IMB's Junior Scientist Hub at World Science Festival

23 March 2024 8:30am24 March 2024 4:00pm
The Institute for Molecular Bioscience returns to World Science Festival Brisbane's City of Science with our Junior Science Hub. Enjoy a weekend packed with engaging, hands-on science activities suitable for the whole family. Location: South Bank Parklands

ilab Accelerator Pitch Night

21 March 2024 5:30pm9:00pm
Join UQ Ventures at The Princess Theatre for ilab Accelerator Pitch Night, Thursday 21 March, where UQ’s startup entrepreneurs will present their cutting-edge innovations – from AI-driven platforms and digital cameras to the future of the electrical grid.

Nonsemble (in person)

21 March 2024 1:00pm2:00pm
Nonsemble's performance of "Go Seigen vs. Fujisawa Kuranosuke" by Chris Perren translates a 1953 Go game into a musical journey, showcasing strategic depth and innovation. Location: Nickson Room, UQ School of Music

Friends of Antiquity: Ancient History Day

16 March 2024 9:00am4:00pm
Join UQ's Friends of Antiquity and the UQ School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry for the 29th annual Ancient History Day, exploring the theme of heroes and anti-heroes. Location: Abel Smith Lecture Theatre, UQ St Lucia
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UQ Alumni Book Fair bookmark design competition

15 March 2024 8:00am2 April 2024 5:00pm
Enter an artwork inspired by your favourite book for the chance to have your design printed on the 2024 UQ Alumni Book Fair bookmark! Three designs will be selected for the official UQ Book Fair bookmarks, with the talented young artists receiving a $30 voucher to use at the UQ Alumni Book Fair.

Getting deep into sleep: free event

14 March 2024 6:00pm8:00pm
Sleep. We can't live or learn without it, but how much do we know about what's happening in our brains while we snooze? In Brain Awareness Week 2024 and on the eve of World Sleep Day, join us for an engaging evening with our scientific panel.

Keys to Vienna (in person)

14 March 2024 1:00pm2:00pm
Keys to Vienna" showcases keyboard pieces by Schubert, Beethoven, and Brahms, highlighting Vienna's 19th-century musical heritage. Location: Nickson Room, UQ School of Music

Secret Social

13 March 2024 6:00pm9:00pm
We're kicking off our 2024 young alumni programs with social drinks at one of Brisbane's famous secret-entry bars. The entry instructions are classified – register to receive your special instructions before the event.

3T Event: the future of personalised medicine (talk only)

13 March 2024 10:00am12:45pm
Join Professor Alan Rowan, Institute Director, AIBN, as he explains what AIBN is doing in personalised medicine and then take a behind-the-scenes tour of the labs and meet some of the researchers making it happen.

Responding to the Myanmar crisis: lessons in human rights advocacy and Thailand’s humanitarian initiative (in person)

7 March 2024 5:15pm7:30pm
Join the Asia-Pacific Centre for the Responsibility to Protect to listen to 3 leading experts who will answer questions about efforts to advance peace, human rights protection and atrocity prevention, and the delivery of humanitarian assistance to affected communities in Myanmar. Location: Viewpoint, Building 33, UQ St Lucia

Weddding showcase – 'The One' at UQ's Customs House

5 March 2024 5:30pm7:30pm
Explore the trends in flowers, styling, cuisine and more. Brisbane’s best wedding suppliers will be in attendance. RSVP today for your chance to win $8,000 in vouchers* from Customs House and our amazing wedding suppliers, towards your dream Wedding Reception for 2024 or 2025 at Customs House.

Public lecture: emotionography and the case of 'mixed emotion' (in person)

5 March 2024 4:30pm5:30pm
Join Jonathan Potter and Alexa Hepburn as they delve into Emotionography, a ground-breaking approach to studying emotion in real-time interactions. Explore its applications and contrast with traditional research methods. Experience a paradigm shift in understanding human emotions. Location: Sir Llew Edwards Building 14, Room 132

BrisScience: finding and conserving Australia's most elusive birds (in person and online)

4 March 2024 6:30pm7:30pm
Professor Watson is now using citizen science data to find which bird species are the least well-known and need urgent attention. Join us at our first BrisScience for 2024, as he reveals Australia's top 10 least-known birds and the science and conservation efforts being undertaken to save them.

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