Events

This summer the Great Barrier Reef suffered its third serious bleaching event in five years, with climate change threatening to destroy one of nature’s most stunning wonders. Marian Wilkinson will host a conversation with UQ experts Dr Selina Ward and Dr Pedro Fidelman to discuss the economic, political and scientific questions that will determine the future of the Reef and those on land who depend on it.

In this workshop, Jimi will share some of the lessons he has learned from his experiences working with student clubs and non-profit organisations about working with volunteers and motivating volunteer teams.

Husband and wife Imants Larsens and Natsuko Yoshimoto perform regularly together as a duo and in various chamber ensembles. In this concert they will take you on an unexpectedly rich and colourful journey; performing exquisite works from the violin and viola repertoire including the wonderful duo by Mozart in G major, the colourful and virtuosic Three Madrigals by Martinu, and the beautiful little duo by Sibelius.

This webinar will discuss how understanding your prospective donor’s motivation, inclination, capacity and engagement will help you raise much needed funds and sponsorship for your student club!

As we look towards the future, we are likely to see more than just a recovery of the world before COVID-19 – we are likely to see something completely new. UQ historians will come together to discuss what has come after plagues throughout ancient, medieval and early modern history and what it may mean for our world today.

Join Associate Professor Sandra Phillips, Professor Tracey Bunda and Professor James Ward for yarn about the impacts of COVID-19 from a First Nations perspective.

Are you sick of being stuck at home? Sick of your everyday food? Then come join us for a cultural food exchange! Hop on as we go on a journey to discover traditional cuisine around the world!

Out of reading material and bored of your current Netflix recommendations? Virtual Review Time is a fun way to take a break from your studies and connect with new friends!

UQ School of Music’s 2020 Friends of Music Scholarship recipient In Yi Chae (violin) will collaborate with Brisbane Music Festival’s artistic director and Southern Cross Soloist pianist Alex Raineri (piano) to present a spectacular live-streamed concert that will consist of works by Eugène Ysaÿe and Samuel Barber.

Join UQ panellists Professor Greg Marston, PhD student Loriana Luccioni, and colleagues for a symposium on Thursday 28 May. Comprising a series of presentations, performances, discussions and rigorous questioning, this event will survey the field of basic income research and activism - covering the philosophy, economics, policy, and challenges facing advocates in its communication and implementation.

This webinar explores some practical strategies that classroom teachers can use to foster important learning relationships - to stay connected to their students and help students to stay connected to one another - to support learning in the current shift to online platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Come along to this session and learn what HASS skills are most in demand and hear directly from the HASS Young Alumni Ambassadors how you can articulate these skills during the recruitment process.

How will the world rebuild after COVID-19? Our panel of experts will discuss the political economy of COVID-19, the crisis’ impact on global geopolitics, and associated humanitarian fallout.

The School of Music is proud to present a series of world class live-streamed concerts and music based presentations from the Nickson Room on selected Fridays at 1-2pm AEST involving our performance and academic staff together with current and past UQ students and invited guest artists.

This Zoom Webinar will connect you to a diverse panel of industry professionals from community development, public policy, social and urban planning, and international aid. They will share their personal experiences and practical tips on how to plan and prepare for your post-graduation options.

The 2020 Hall Annual Lecture at UQ has been postponed until further notice.

Professor Murray Smith will be presenting the 2020 Daphne Mayo Public Lecture titled 'Remain in Light: Philosophical Naturalism, Aesthetic Value, and Cultural Crosstalk'.

Dr Klaus Schüler, former State Secretary and one of Germany’s most experienced and successful party managers, political strategists and election campaign experts will present a public lecture at UQ on 3 March. All are welcome to attend.

Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) at UQ like you've never seen it before! Come along to meet new friends and staff, learn about HASS Disciplines, and enjoy free pizza and drinks.

For commencing postgraduate coursework students studying in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS).

Compulsory event for new students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Arts Dual programs.

Compulsory orientation for commencing undergraduate students studying in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS). 

Join us for the 20th Biennial Helping Families Change Conference, which brings together leaders in parenting and family research, policy and practice.