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Combatting food relief stigma

Published on: 2 May 2023

More Australians are seeking food relief as prices rise. How do you access help for the first time?
A life in verse: Renowned poet and UQ alum Sarah Holland-Batt wins Stella Prize

Published on: 2 May 2023

One of Australia’s leading poets talks to Contact about how poetry has shaped her life, and winning the 2023 Stella Prize.
Motherhood hits women’s earnings for a decade

Published on: 18 April 2023

A new study from The University of Queensland’s Life Course Centre has shown having a baby negatively affects a mother’s employment earnings for up to 10 years.
Exploring the digital detox

Published on: 3 April 2023

Our lives have become increasingly intertwined with the digital world, with social media serving as a primary means of connection and communication.
Creating ripples on the world stage

Published on: 3 April 2023

Bachelor of Arts alum Ellie Buttrose is putting Australian art in the spotlight as curator for the 2024 Venice Biennale.
The rise and rise of Bluey

Published on: 3 April 2023

Bachelor of Arts alum Daniel Schultz chats about his work behind the scenes at Ludo Studio, the Brisbane-based production company behind the world’s favourite blue heeler.
Generous donation helps students explore the ancient world

Published on: 30 March 2023

A generous donation has allowed University of Queensland students to gain first-hand experience in the field of ancient history, Greek archaeology, ancient art, museum curating and more.
Minimum pricing reduces alcohol-related deaths in Scotland

Published on: 29 March 2023

Compelling new research reveals Scotland’s minimum unit pricing (MUP) policy has been linked with a drop in alcohol attributable deaths and hospital admissions.
Literacy legacy for UQ

Published on: 20 March 2023

Well-deserving students who wish to study literature at The University of Queensland now have the chance to follow their dream, thanks to one generous centenarian.
Investing in our future through early years education

Published on: 15 March 2023

A group of first year preservice teachers from The University of Queensland visited the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) to learn how to foster early learning environments that engage young children.
Australia’s largest literary database hits one million records

Published on: 15 March 2023

The University of Queensland’s AustLit project, to catalogue and celebrate Australia’s literary history, this week officially marks one million records.
Global experience for aspiring teachers

Published on: 22 February 2023

Six University of Queensland students travelled to Singapore recently to gain global educational leadership experience as part of the federal government’s New Colombo Plan (NCP) Mobility program.
Making meaningful contribution to research in Australia

Published on: 9 February 2023

Congratulations Professor Kim Wilkins who is among 94 new members appointed to the Australian Research Council (ARC) 2023 College of Experts panel.
Let's chat about ChatGPT

Published on: 31 January 2023

Is AI technology such as ChatGPT saving you time or stealing your job?
Supporting First Nations youth with digital story-telling

Published on: 31 January 2023

Professor Felicity Meakins from the School of Languages and Cultures has been awarded $40,000 from the auDA Foundation to support Gurindji people to renew their language and culture across generations through digital storytelling.
Australia's housing crisis: How did we get here and where to now?

Published on: 30 January 2023

Australian housing has never been more unaffordable. Professor Cameron Parsell, Dr Ella Kuskoff and Professor Tim Reddel discuss what is needed to enable Australians to move out of housing stress.
Australia Day Honours for UQ community

Published on: 30 January 2023

An expert in the field of molecular biology, and an educator specialising in Down syndrome research are among The University of Queensland staff and alumni recognised in the 2023 Australia Day Honours.
Origins of the historical ‘Santa Claus’

Published on: 19 December 2022

Senior Lecturer in Greek History and Language Dr Amelia Brown continues her research uncovering the ‘real’ historical St Nicholas.
A PhD in Regency protocol, petticoats and plot twists

Published on: 15 December 2022

A University of Queensland graduate who wrote two Regency-era novellas as part of her PhD has signed a major international publishing deal.
O Christmas tree: From humble roots to a decorated festive icon

Published on: 9 December 2022

December’s here, which means you’ve probably already dragged out the Christmas tree box from storage, turned on some Christmas music (Bublé anyone?) and created a masterpiece adorned with baubles, tinsel and flashing lights.

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