Events for 2009
This page is an archive of events for 2009 listed from the first event through to the latest event to occur within this period.
March 2009
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Semester 1 CommencesSemester 1 commences on Monday 02 March 2009
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| 02 | nd at 6:00 PM |
Plan Your Career Info SessionsIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 03 | rd at 6:00 PM |
Plan Your Career Info SessionsIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 04 | th at 6:00 PM |
Plan Your Career Info SessionsIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 04 | th at 8:30 AM |
Inaugural Higher Education Conference4-6 March 2009, The premier forum discussing the policy agenda for higher education, in Australia and internationally.
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| 09 | th at 6:00 PM |
Plan Your Career Info SessionsIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 10 | th at 6:00 PM |
Plan Your Career Info SessionsIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 10 | th |
Testing Space RemovalTest
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| 11 | th at 6:00 PM |
Plan Your Career Info SessionsIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 16 | th at 12:00 PM |
Forum: Have the Sciences and Humanities lost their dialogue?12pm - 1pm, 16 March 2009 - Lecture Theatre V07. Staff from across the University are invited to the first in a series of forums aimed at strengthening cross-discipline relationships and celebrating the spirit of ideas.
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| 16 | th at 6:00 PM |
Plan Your Career Info SessionsIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 17 | th at 6:00 PM |
Plan Your Career Info SessionsIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 17 | th at 9:00 AM |
2009 Education Careers ExpoThe University of Newcastle’s Careers Service in conjunction with the School of Education will be hosting an Education Careers Expo for our final year education students in the Great Hall from 9.00 am to 1.00pm on Tuesday 17th March, 2009.
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| 18 | th at 6:00 PM |
PLan Your Career Info SessionIf you're in Year 10, 11, 12 or a parent, the Plan Your Career info sessions are the best way to get the info, advice and answers you need to help plan your career.
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| 23 | rd at 11:00 AM |
International Student Exchange Fair11am - 3pm, 23 March 2009 - The Brennan Room, Shortland Building. Students can speak with current Exchange and Study Abroad students from our partner institutions, and with International Exchange and Study Abroad staff.
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April 2009
| 10 | th |
Semester 1 RecessSemester 1 Recess commences Friday 10 April through to Friday 17 April 2009
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| 15 | th |
GraduationCelebrate the completion of your studies with 2009 Graduation Ceremonies on the Callaghan campus.
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| 15 | th at 10:00 AM |
A Smarter Central CoastA public Forum is being presented by Professor Penny Jane Burke, an international expert on educational participation and access.
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| 16 | th |
GraduationCelebrate the completion of your studies with 2009 Graduation Ceremonies on the Callaghan campus.
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| 17 | th |
GraduationCelebrate the completion of your studies with 2009 Graduation Ceremonies on the Callaghan campus.
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| 18 | th |
GraduationCelebrate the completion of your studies with 2009 Graduation Ceremonies on the Callaghan campus.
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Semester 1 ResumesSemester 1 Resumes on Monday 20 April 2009
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| 22 | nd at 12:00 PM |
'Making Effective Presentations' SeminarAre you a researcher looking to make a greater impact with your presentations? This workshop designed to provide advice to researchers on the key elements of a good presentation.
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| 25 | th |
Anzac DayAnzac Day is Saturday 25 April 2009
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| 26 | th at 2:30 PM |
Songs of Remembrance: Lest We ForgetThe Newcastle University Choir will remember those who served their country, in a special ANZAC memorial concert this weekend.
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| 29 | th at 12:00 PM |
Force of Nature, Euan MacleodUnseen work by Archibald prize-winning artist Euan Macleod will feature in the latest exhibition - Force of Nature - at The University Gallery. |
May 2009
| 04 | th |
Mid North Coast Innovation FestivalThe Mid North Coast Innovation Festival will showcase leading innovation and highlight creativity from Taree to Coffs Harbour
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| 05 | th at 12:00 PM |
Venezuelan Charge D'Affaires to AustraliaVenezuela's Charge D'Affaires to Australia, Nelson Dávila, will speak about the transformation of Venezuelan society following the election of President Hugo Chavez. |
| 08 | th at 11:00 AM |
Health and Wellness Expo 2009The University of Newcastle is committed to promoting health and wellness opportunities for its staff. Supporting this, the university has joined with Newcastle University Sport (NUsport) to stage the 2009 Health & Wellness Expo at Callaghan. |
| 11 | th |
Hunter Central Coast Innovation Festival 2009The Hunter Central Coast Innovation Festival showcases leading innovation and highlights creativity across Newcastle, the Central Coast and Upper Hunter.
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| 13 | th at 5:30 PM |
NUsport 2009 Annual General MeetingThe Annual General Meeting of Newcastle University Sport, reporting on developments during 2008 and election of 2 directors to the NUsport Board.
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| 13 | th at 9:30 AM |
Innovation in EnergyInnovation in Energy is a initiative of the University of Newcastle and Newcastle Innovation that focuses on next generation technologies for clean coal and renewable energy generation and is part of the Hunter Central Coast Innovation Festival ‘09.
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| 14 | th at 5:30 PM |
An introduction to the Global Financial CrisisThe Centre of Full Employment and Equity is holding a series of public lectures on the Global Financial Crisis during May 2009.
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| 15 | th at 11:00 AM |
Pharmacy Open DayA great opportunity for the general public and local pharmacists to view the new state of the art Pharmacy teaching facilities
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| 15 | th at 12:00 PM |
From Patent to Product 2009Researchers, investors, business people and members of the community are invited to a free symposium, presented by HMRI and Newcastle Innovation, on the commercialisation of medical research and funding opportunities. |
| 16 | th at 9:00 AM |
Spring Trip to ZhouzhangAlumni and friends are invited to join the ACAA for our 2009 Spring Trip!
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| 16 | th |
Womensport Leadership WorkshopAustralian Womensport and Recreation Association (AWRA) in partnership with NUsport, is conducting a unique one day women's sports leadership workshop in Newcastle
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| 20 |
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Macroeconomics for beginners - Part 1The Centre of Full Employment and Equity is holding a series of public lectures on the Global Financial Crisis during May 2009
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| 20 |
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Envirohunter 09Exhibition and Conference covering vital environmental issues and solutions.
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| 21 | st at 6:00 PM |
Mental Health Seminar for the Hunter CommunityMembers of the general public are invited to meet brain and mental health experts and ask questions of relevance to their daily lives.
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| 21 | st at 4:00 PM |
Exam Anxiety workshopCome to our surviving exams workshop and learn some simple techniques to manage your exam anxiety.
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| 21 | st at 12:00 PM |
The Stroop Effect: Cold War Espionage and Stochastic ModelingIn this talk, Dr Ami Eidels will discuss two seemingly unrelated topics: the Stroop effect, and a method for stochastic modeling dubbed Systems Factorial Technology.
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| 21 | st at 9:30 AM |
A Healthier Future For All AustraliansThe National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission was established to provide advice on performance benchmarks and practical reforms which could assist the Australian health system to deal with challenges such as providing adequate access to services.
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| 21 | st at 12:00 PM |
Mindfulness MeditationThis course is offered for five weeks commencing Thursday 21 May. Each session will be of 50 minutes duration. |
| 22 | nd at 12:30 PM |
Cutting Edge Research: PaleobiomechanicsA public lecture on reconstruction of feeding ecology in extinct predators by Colin McHenry PhD.
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| 22 | nd at 12:00 PM |
REfocus@UoN: Welcome and Induction for New ResearchersAre you a researcher who has been at the university less than one year? Still trying to find your way to the right services and networks? This two hour lunch time welcome by a panel of senior staff aims to ensure new researchers are informed about the range of university services and support available to you. |
| 22 | nd at 9:30 AM |
Corporate Programs ExhibitionThis exhibition provides an excellent opportunity for business and industry and the public to meet with University representatives to discuss corporate programs
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| 23 | rd at 7:30 PM |
Musica Viva presents Katia SkanaviRussian supernova to bewitch audiences with inspired pianism this May.
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| 27 | th at 5:30 PM |
Macroeconomics for beginners - Part 2The Centre of Full Employment and Equity is holding a series of public lectures on the Global Financial Crisis during May 2009
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| 28 | th at 12:00 PM |
Mindfulness MeditationThis course is offered for five weeks commencing Thursday 21 May. Each session will be of 50 minutes duration. |
| 29 | th at 5:00 PM |
Retro Rockets at Newcastle Conservatorium Concert Hall
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| 29 | th at 6:30 PM |
Reconciliation Scholarship Dinner DanceThe aim of the annual event is to raise funds for the establishment of a lifelong perpetual Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Scholarship Fund at the University.
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| 30 | th at 8:30 PM |
30th Anniversary of the University of Newcastle Wind OrchestraThe University of Newcastle Wind Orchestra will present a 30th Anniversary Concert at the Conservatorium of Music in Newcastle.
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| 31 | st at 2:30 PM |
30th Anniversary of the University of Newcastle Wind OrchestraThe University of Newcastle Wind Orchestra will present a 30th Anniversary Concert at the Conservatorium of Music in Newcastle.
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June 2009
| 01 | st |
School of Humanities & Social Sciences Semester 1 SymposiumEach semester the School of Humanities and Social Science conducts a symposium for Research Higher Degree candidates. |
| 03 | rd at 12:00 PM |
Watt Space Gallery - Current exhibitionsA listing of the exhibitions at the Watt Space Gallery at University House from 3 June to 21 June 2009.
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| 04 | th at 12:00 PM |
Mindfulness MeditationThis course is offered for five weeks commencing Thursday 21 May. Each session will be of 50 minutes duration. |
| 05 | th |
Semester 1 ConcludesSemester 1 concludes on Friday 05 June 2009
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| 08 | th |
Queen's Birthday Public HolidayThe Queen's birthday public holiday is on Monday 8 June 2009
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| 09 | th |
Mid Year ExaminationsMid Year Examinations commence Tuesday 09 June through to Friday 26 June 2009
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| 09 | th at 12:00 PM |
Critical Diversity: Making it work in the 21st CenturySeminar given by Shirley R Steinberg, Director of the Paulo and Nita Freire International Project for Critical Pedagogy. McGill University, Montreal, Quebec
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| 10 | th |
A World of Popular EntertainmentsA World of Popular Entertainments is hosted by the School of Drama, Fine Art and Music, co-convenors Gillian Arrighi, Victor Emeljanow and Rosalind Halton.
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| 11 | th at 12:00 PM |
Mindfulness MeditationThis course is offered for five weeks commencing Thursday 21 May. Each session will be of 50 minutes duration. |
| 12 | th at 10:00 AM |
TAISIW Seminar on "Social Inclusion, Community Development and Women's Empowerment"We would like to invite you to The Australian Institute of Social Inclusion and Wellbeing (TAISIW) seminar on "Social Inclusion, Engaging Community and Women's Empowerment".
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| 18 | th at 12:00 PM |
Mindfulness MeditationThis course is offered for five weeks commencing Thursday 21 May. Each session will be of 50 minutes duration. |
| 19 | th at 6:00 PM |
Brisbane Alumni Cocktail PartyOpen to all Brisbane & Queensland Alumni
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| 19 | th at 12:00 PM |
Drawn to Abstraction - Art Systems WickhamASW exhibition space is presenting an exhibition of art works titled 'Drawn to Abstraction' from June 19 to July 5 with an opening and meet the artists from 3pm Sat 20 June.
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| 26 | th at 8:00 PM |
Greg Coffin Trio (presented by NIMA Inc)NIMA Inc presents the Greg Coffin Trio playing original compositions from their new album featuring Greg on piano, Nic Cecire on drums and Cameron Undy on bass.
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| 29 | th |
Mid Year RecessMid Year Recess commences Monday 29 June through to Friday 24 July 2009
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July 2009
| 02 | nd at 2:00 PM |
Songs from SeattleStopping in at Newcastle Conservatorium on their current tour of Australia, the Northwest Girlchoir from Seattle, USA will perform works by noted American, Canadian and Australian contemporary composers, including Gwyneth Walker, Morten Lauridsen, Eleanor Daley, Stephen Hatfield, and Sarah Hopkins. |
| 03 | rd |
Teachers' Visit DayAcademic staff of the University have volunteered to lead sessions that provide teachers in Hunter and Central Coast schools with cutting edge information likely to be of interest to teachers. |
| 04 | th at 7:00 PM |
Beyond the Battle!See and experience two of the best choirs in Australia! Winners and grand finalists of Channel 7's Battle of the Choirs, the University of Newcastle Chamber Choir, and Melbourne's Harambee, will together perform a spectacular new program. |
| 05 | th at 3:30 PM |
North & SouthEnjoy a Sunday afternoon listening to serene music from three of Australia's most outstanding choirs: Brisbane's So la Voce Chamber Choir, Melbourne's Exaudi Youth Choir and the University of Newcastle's Chamber Choir. |
| 08 | th at 6:00 PM |
Barton LectureThe 2009 Barton Lecture will be presented by Professor Greg Craven, Vice Chancellor, Australian Catholic University. The Topic: 'The Republic Debate: Half-Time or Down and Out?'
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| 13 | th at 9:00 AM |
2009 International Conference on Animals and Society: Minding AnimalsA transdisciplinary conference exploring the interrelationships between animals and society.
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| 13 | th at 9:00 AM |
SSTAR (Students and Staff Talking About Research) Winter ConferenceThe University is hosting a conference discussing educational research and postgraduate study.
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| 13 | th |
HSC Study DayA series of workshops on core HSC subjects provide HSC students with a great opportunity to get subject-specific advice and useful study strategies.
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| 24 | th |
HSC Study DayA series of workshops on core HSC subjects provide HSC students with a great opportunity to get subject-specific advice and useful study strategies.
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| 27 | th at 7:15 AM |
Stimulating Economies for Regional Partnership - Business BreakfastInternational scholar, Dr Rob Greenwood will explore ways in which communities can work together and foster linkages to create a competitive advantage.
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| 27 | th at 12:30 PM |
Health Careers ExpoThe Health Careers Expo, which is run by the Careers Service, is a great opportunity for currently students and graduates to meet with a wide range of employers within the Health industry about graduate and undegraduate employment placements.
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| 27 | th at 12:15 PM |
Stimulating Economies for Regional PartnershipInternational scholar, Dr Rob Greenwood will explore ways in which communities can work together and foster linkages to create a competitive advantage.
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| 27 | th |
Semester 2 CommencesSemester 2 commences on Monday 27 July 2009
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| 28 | th at 11:30 AM |
Donate blood on the Central Coast campusAustralian Red Cross Blood Service Donormobile
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| 30 | th at 4:00 PM |
RHD Information SessionResearch your options - consider a research higher degree. |
| 31 | st at 12:30 PM |
Employment Information Session for StudentsThis information session is suitable for all students who are seeking information about their working rights in Australia. The information session will consist presenters from the Careers Service, Fair Work Ombudsman, Trades Hall Council, NUSA and International Office, UoN.
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| 31 | st at 6:00 PM |
Sydney Alumni Cocktail PartyThis event is open to all Alumni.
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August 2009
| 01 | st at 10:00 AM |
2009 Book Fair - Friends of the UniversityThe Friends of the University of Newcastle present the 2009 Book Fair from 1 August to 8 August 2009 at the Great Hall. |
| 03 | rd at 10:00 AM |
Donate blood on the Callaghan CampusAustralian Red Cross Blood Service Donormobile
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| 08 | th at 7:30 PM |
Musica Viva presents Steven Isserlis and Denes VarjonCellist Steven Isserlis is acclaimed around the world for his musicality and technique alike, and over the years has developed a special rapport with Australian audiences. |
| 10 | th at 11:00 AM |
International Student Exchange FairCome along to this wonderful event and talk to representatives about the various opportunities that are available for our students overseas.
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| 10 | th at 6:30 PM |
Swine Flu and International Law SeminarProfessor Larry Gostin Presents the John McPhee Memorial Seminar on Swine Flu and International Law.
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| 11 | th at 2:00 PM |
Vacation and Work Experience ExpoThe 2009 Vacation and Work Experience Expo provides students an opportunity to meet with a range of employers and obtain information about the types of vacation work and work experience they have to offer.
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| 13 | th at 4:00 PM |
Learning lessons from deep time: modern conservation from a palaeontological perspectiveDr Gilbert Price, Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis, The University of Queensland will present this informative and necessary short seminar based on his research into how Biodiversity is increasingly used as a conceptual focus for the formulation of conservation policies and practice, primarily in response to the strongest themes underpinning the founding work on biological diversity: species extinction and habitat loss.
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| 14 | th at 5:00 PM |
Sir Ninian Stephen Lecture 2009The 2009 Sir Ninian Stephen Lecture, entitled 'Fact and Law' will be presented by Mr Stephen Gageler SC, Solicitor-General of Australia
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| 20 |
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Public Health Leaders SeminarThis seminar will give an overview of epidemiological research about driver sleepiness and car crash injury, based on the speaker’s 10 years of involvement in the field and experience with the Auckland Car Crash Injury Study.
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| 21 | st at 12:00 PM |
Tom Farrell Institute for the Environment RHD Seminar No. 3Modelling studies on the interactions between Co2 and Amines for application in Co2 capture - Debra Fernandez PhD Student. The Kangaroo: managing a pesky icon - Janine Buist PhD Student.
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| 21 | st at 5:30 PM |
Jamo Jamo ArtsJamo Jamo Arts are high energy West African Drums and Dance.
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| 22 | nd at 10:00 AM |
2009 Central Coast Campus Open DayIn 2009, the Central Coast Campus will be hosting a combined 'Open Day' with the University of Newcastle, TAFE NSW and the Central Coast Community College.
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| 24 | th at 8:00 AM |
Symposium on the Multiple Facets of GovernanceThe Centre for Organisational and Institutional Studies and the Faculty of Business and Law are hosting a Symposium on the Multiple Facets of Governance.
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| 24 | th at 2:00 PM |
Academic Forum 3 - Budget 2010: Academic PrioritesAcademics: which researching and teaching needs should be University 2010 budget priorities?
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| 27 | th at 7:00 PM |
iLEAD International Leaders Series - Layne BeachleyThe iLead International Leaders series presents a seminar by Layne Beachley, the only surfer to have won 6 consecutive world titles, male or female. All students of the University are invited to come along and hear Layne Beachley speak about her inspiring achievements and lessons she has learned as a world champion surfer. |
| 29 | th at 10:00 AM |
2009 Newcastle Info DayChoosing a degree and a university is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever have to make.
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September 2009
| 01 | st at 11:00 AM |
Visit by German Consul GeneralMr Hans Gnodke (German Consul General), and Dr Andreas Jaeger (DAAD Representative) are visiting the University of Newcastle today.
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| 03 | rd at 3:00 PM |
2009 Port Macquarie Info EveningChoosing a degree and a university is one of the most important decisions you'll ever have to make.
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| 03 | rd at 10:30 AM |
Advancing Research Agendas in Social Inclusion and WellbeingLaunch of Two New Top Tier Published Books in 2009
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| 04 | th at 2:00 PM |
Implications and Opportunities in a Carbon-Constrained WorldResponding to the challenges of reducing CO2 emissions is a huge task for us all but the critical place of coal in our regions economy for many decades poses extra challenges for Newcastle and the Hunter. But with challenges comes opportunities and innovation this timely Farrell Forum aims to focus on the opportunities. |
| 07 | th at 6:30 PM |
Clinical Unit in Ethics and Health Law SeminarMaree Booth, a health lawyer working for Catherine Henry Partners in Newcastle, will be presenting a talk on "Patient Autonomy, What does it mean at Law? What are the Limits?" Maree will cover a medicolegal cases that have discussed this issue.
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| 09 | th at 7:30 PM |
'The Caper'A black comedy by Carl Caulfield.
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| 10 | th at 12:00 PM |
Psychology colloquium: Computational modelling of visual word recognition and reading aloudA presentation by Prof. Max Coltheart (Macquarie Centre for Cognitive Science, MACCS): Computational modelling of visual word recognition and reading aloud
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| 10 | th at 1:00 AM |
Lunchtime Concert and Workshop - Voice of PasundanInternationally acclaimed world music trio 'Voice of Pasundan' will be performing traditional and contemporary music from West Java Indonesia. |
| 14 | th at 5:30 PM |
Diversity & Dialogue Iftar Dinner 2009The University of Newcastle in partnership with Affinity Intercultural Foundation are hosting the second "Diversity and Dialogue" Iftar Dinner at Isabellas Restaurant, Callaghan College.
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| 16 | th at 5:30 PM |
20th Anniversary Celebration for Home-StartA Twilight Reception for friends of the Family Action Centre and Home-Start.
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| 16 | th at 3:00 PM |
PANIC research network meetingProf Ron Plotnikoff will be welcomed to the University of Newcastle at the next PANIC* research network meeting. Prof Plotnikoff will be the key speaker and talk about his research interests.
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| 16 | th at 12:30 PM |
Community Cultural Festival 09The Jesmond Junction Committee presents the 2009 "Sharing Our Cultures" Community Cultural Festival.
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| 17 | th at 12:00 PM |
Psychology Colloquium: How response times and accuracy can combine to tell us more: Absolute identification, decision time models, and lexical accessSeminar presented by Chris Donkin (School of Psychology, University of Newcastle). All staff and students are welcome.
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| 18 | th at 1:00 PM |
Human Rights and Social Justice LectureThe University's 2009 Human Rights and Social Justice Lecture will be delivered by Mr Andrew Hewett, Executive Director of Oxfam Australia, at 1:00-2:00 pm on Friday 18 September 2009 in the Griffith Duncan Theatre.
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| 23 | rd at 12:00 PM |
Book Launch "Priestess and the Slave"The Australian Launch of "Priestess and the Slave", written by Jenny Blackford, University of Newcastle Alumni and recipient of the University Medal.
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| 24 | th at 12:00 PM |
Psychology Colloquium: New perspectives on the neurobiology of stress induced depressionDr Rohan Walker - Laboratory of Affective Neuroscience, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Newcastle will present "New perspectives on the neurobiology of stress induced depression: Examining the roles of neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration".
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| 25 | th at 3:00 PM |
Climate Change: What does this actually mean for our region?Dr Karen Blackmore from Hunter Councils Environment Division will present the outcomes of two years of research into the effects of climate change on our Region. Commissioned by the Councils of the region, and completed by the University of Newcastle and Macquarie University, the research has confirmed that the impacts of climate change will vary across the region. The results generated provide the next order of detail and insight over previous projections of change, including sub regional and seasonal analysis. This makes it possible to more accurately assess and prepare for the potential risks posed by climate change. |
| 25 | th at 6:00 PM |
Discipline of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering DinnerA warm invitation is extended to staff and students (past and present), graduates and friends of the Discipline to join us for an evening of good company and fine food. |
| 25 | th at 6:00 PM |
Canberra Alumni Cocktail PartyOpen to ALL Alumni
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| 28 | th |
Semester 2 RecessSemester 2 Recess commences Monday 28 September through to Friday 09 October 2009
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| 30 | th at 10:00 AM |
In Living Memory NSW tourThis exhibition features images from a series of 1000 black and white photographs from the official records of the former NSW Aborigines Welfare Board. |
| 30 | th |
DASSH Conference: Deans of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (DASSH)The program will include presentations and roundtable discussions on current and emerging issues relevant to the HASS sector. |
October 2009
| 07 | th |
2nd ArtsHealth Conference - Arts Health Pain Pleasure the image music text of pain and healingThe 2nd ArtsHealth Conference will bring together academics and practitioners from the creative arts, science, humanities, architecture, health and medicine to focus on research that explores the connection between creativity and the health of individuals and communities.
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| 09 | th at 8:30 AM |
Callaghan October Graduation Ceremony 2009Congratulations! It is with pride and satisfaction that the University of Newcastle invites potential graduates to participate in the forthcoming Graduation Ceremony. |
| 10 | th at 2:00 PM |
Launch of - You are Here Now : Celebrating GLBTIQ Lives at The University of NewcastleThe launch of - "You are Here Now" , a celebration of GLBTIQ (i.e. gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex and/or queer) staff and students, past and present at The University of Newcastle. The historical exhibition also includes a photographic competition and display, plus a sparkling seminar. The launch of the exhibition is held in conjunction with the opening of the 2009 Rainbow Visions Festival (10-18 October).
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| 12 | th |
Semester 2 ResumesSemester 2 resumes on Monday 12 October 2009
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| 12 | th at 6:00 PM |
Just Health - Providing or ProfitingDr. Melanie Jansen will explore Australia's health system, the political ideology surrounding it, and more general theories of justice in the provision of health care.
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| 13 | th at 6:00 PM |
Anecdote Apophthegm and the 'real' Alexander - Public Lecture by Professor Brian BosworthProfessor Brian Bosworth, conjoint in the School of Humanities & Social Science at The University of Newcastle, will deliver the 2009 Trendall Lecture.
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| 14 | th at 6:30 PM |
2009 Alumni Awards2009 Alumni Awards presentation and cocktail party
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| 15 | th |
Psychology Colloquium: Spatial attention and visual awareness: Two dissociable processesSeminar presented by Dr Matthew Finkbeiner (Macquarie Centre for Cognitive Science Macquarie University). All staff and students are welcome. |
| 15 | th at 11:30 AM |
Donate blood on the Central Coast campusAustralian Red Cross Blood Service Donormobile
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| 16 | th at 2:00 PM |
DIAC Permanent Residency Information SessionFind out about the latest changes to General Skilled Migration, presented by a Department of Immigration and Citizenship representative. |
| 16 | th at 8:00 PM |
The Tom Vincent QuartetThis sophisticated contemporary jazz ensemble will be performing at the Newcastle Conservatorium Concert Hall (cnr Auckland and Laman Sts Newcastle) as part of their national tour. The concert begins at 8pm. Tickets are available at the door. Don't miss the Tom Vincent Quartet - Tom Vincent - Piano, Eamon McNelis - Trumpet/Vocals, Leigh Barker - Double Bass, Hugh Harvey - Drums
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| 17 | th at 6:00 PM |
Evatt House 20 Year ReunionEvatt House is turning 20 and we would like you to help us celebrate!
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| 19 | th at 10:00 AM |
Donate blood at the Callaghan CampusAustralian Red Cross Blood Service Donormobile
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| 20 |
at 6:00 PM |
David Maddison Lecture"The future of health care training and delivery in Australia" by Professor Nicholas Talley
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| 21 | st at 6:30 PM |
'Cheapside' by David Allen/Drama DeptCome and be immersed in the underworld of Cheapside London in the Renaissance time. Watch the struggles of writer, Robert Greene as he competes against new kid on the block - Shakespeare.
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| 21 | st at 7:00 PM |
Australian International Animation Festival in NewcastleBringing the best short animations in the world to Newcastle. 110 films from 26 countries to amaze, delight, amuse and confuse you. From the heartwarming to the bizarre this collection covers the lot. Choose from 8 fantastic sessions or see the lot with a festival pass.
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| 22 | nd at 12:00 PM |
Psychology Colloquium: Gender differences in perceptions of secondary school studentsVictoria Clay, Family Action Centre, University of Newcastle will present "School life and Self-concept: Gender differences in perceptions of secondary school students".
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| 23 | rd at 7:30 PM |
Mothers and Babies Research Centre 20th anniversary cocktail partyTo celebrate 20 years of research, the Mothers and Babies Research Centre will hold a reunion cocktail party for current and former staff and students.
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| 23 | rd at 6:00 PM |
Human birth: when size does matter and timing is everythingThe Mothers and Babies Research Centre is celebrating 20 years of research discoveries benefiting women and their babies in the Hunter and worldwide.
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| 23 | rd at 9:30 AM |
Mothers and Babies Research Centre 20th anniversary informal symposiumTo celebrate 20 years of research, the Mothers and Babies Research Centre will hold a symposium including a showcase of current and previous research and includes lab tours.
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| 26 | th at 10:00 AM |
Donate blood at the Callaghan CampusAustralian Red Cross Blood Service Donormobile
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| 28 | th at 7:00 AM |
Hunter VisionsThe University of Newcastle and the Hunter Business Chamber have joined forces in an exciting new initiative, 'Hunter Visions'.
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| 28 | th at 6:00 PM |
John Turner Memorial History LectureThe 2009 John Turner Memorial History Lecture will be presented by Dr Nancy Cushing.
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| 29 | th at 12:00 PM |
Psychology Colloquium: Spatial attention and visual awareness: Two dissociable processesSeminar presented by Dr Matthew Finkbeiner (Macquarie Centre for Cognitive Science Macquarie University). All staff and students are welcome. |
| 30 | th at 12:00 PM |
Pompeii: wood fuel supplyThe School of Humanities and Social Sciences (Classics) presents a seminar on Pompeii by Dr Robyn Veal - BSc BA (Hons) MBA Phd. |
| 30 | th at 2:30 PM |
Peak Resources: When will They Occur?When can we expect Peak Coal? Like oil, we predict that both coal and platinum will experience peak behaviour well before the end of the 21st century. If true, then there will be major challenges in supplying global requirements in the medium term. Professor Geoffrey Evans will discuss how technology and supply and demand will impact on resources, and what predictions can be made for the future.
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November 2009
| 01 | st at 3:00 PM |
Newcastle sesquicentenary concertThe University of Newcastle's Conservatorium presents 'A Slender Strand of Memories' - an especially composed commemorative, choral symphony to be performed by a 64 piece orchestra and a 160 voice choir.
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| 01 | st at 10:45 AM |
Cross-Cultural StorytellingTwo Accredited professional storytellers and five talented young performers from the Aboriginal dance group Minni Minning Kaiwarrine will bring to life traditional stories from South-East Asia.
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| 02 | nd at 6:00 PM |
The Sale of Human Organs - CUEHLIn a great many Western countries the sale of human organs is prohibited. One prominent justificatory ground for blocking such exchanges is what we might call the Commodification Objection. The key idea here is that commercialising human organ leads us to regard those who sell their organs as mere commodities.
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| 04 | th at 6:00 PM |
2009 HMRI Awards Night2009 Hunter Medical Research Institute Awards Night - Celebrating the Hunter's real life heroes
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| 05 | th |
Construction Applications of Virtual Reality (CONVR) 2009 ConferenceThe 9th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality Co-hosted by the School of Architecture and Built Environment and the University of Sydney.
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| 05 | th at 10:00 AM |
Gibalee Centre 10th AnniversaryCelebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Gibalee Centre at the Central Coast campus. |
| 06 | th |
Semester 2 concludesSemester 2 concludes on Friday 06 November 2009
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| 06 | th |
Jazz Improvisation DayThe Jazz Improvisation Day for secondary school music students wwill be held at the Newcastle Conservatorium Concert Hall on Friday the 6th of November.
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| 07 | th at 7:30 PM |
Musica Viva presents Jerusalem Quartet and Zvi PlesserJerusalem Quartet's youthful exuberance and electricity have evolved to a higher level of perfection over its four years of residency with Musica Viva.
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| 09 | th |
End of Year ExaminationsEnd of Year Examinations commence Monday 09 November through to Friday 27 November 2009
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| 13 | th at 8:00 PM |
Liaison ToniqueThis highly acclaimed German contemporary jazz quartet 'Liason Tonique' are performing in Newcastle on Friday the 13th of November. The concert will begin at 8pm in the Newcastle Conservatorium Concert Hall (cnr Laman and Auckland Sts Newcastle). Tickets are available at the door. Laia Genc - Piano, Sebastian Gramms - Bass, Nils Tegen - Drums and Adam Simmons - Saxophone
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| 15 | th at 10:00 AM |
Community Music Open Day at the ConservatoriumThe Conservatorium offers a range of community activities and programs, from ensembles and choirs, to lunchtime and twilight concerts, tuition and early childhood music.
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| 18 | th at 8:00 PM |
Stooged Theatre presents "The Shape of Things"Adam, a young student, drifts into an ever-changing relationship with Evelyn, an art major. Meanwhile, his best friends’ engagement crumbles, so unleashing a drama that peels back the skin of two modern-day relationships, exposing the raw meat and gristle that lies beneath.
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| 19 | th at 4:00 PM |
Branding Distress "6th Vital Sign" in cancer Care: From Practice to PolicySpecial Colloquium jointly hosted by the School of Psychology and the Centre for Brain and Mental Health Research.
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| 24 | th at 11:00 AM |
Peer Review of Teaching Project Grants ShowcaseFour teams from across the university will host workshops and poster sessions related to recently completed projects for developing Peer Review processes.
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| 26 | th at 9:30 AM |
Student Transition to University Project Grants ShowcaseSix project teams will present the outcomes of projects related to Student Transition to University. The showcase will include a keynote address by team members from UniStep at UWS and a student panel.
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December 2009
| 01 | st at 8:30 AM |
The 2nd National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Family & Community Strengths ConferenceCalling for Abstracts - close 31st July 2009
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| 05 | th at 2:00 PM |
Christmas at The ConPerformers include: Staff and students from the School of Drama, Fine Art and Music, The University of Newcastle Chamber Choir, The University of Newcastle Jazz Band, Conservatorium Children's Choir, Callaghan Choir and Newcastle Seniors Choir, plus music theatre soloists, talented performers from Hunter School of the Performing Arts and Hunter Valley Grammar School, and a very special appearance from Santa Claus!
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| 07 | th at 9:00 AM |
National Association of Graduate Career Advisory Services (NAGCAS) Conference 2009The conference will explore career resilience: How will students survive and thrive in a shrinking labour market? How will career services build relationships within labour markets? What role will career services and their staff have to play at the institutional and political levels?
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| 07 | th at 6:00 PM |
Ethics Goes to the Movies - CUEHLViewing undergraduate Ethics videos, and judging of the John McPhee prize
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| 09 | th at 3:30 PM |
Bushranging Book LaunchNew Bushranging Book by University of Newcastle academic to be launched on campus. |
| 10 | th at 8:30 AM |
Chinese Cultural Awareness WorkshopA workshop for academics and business people who are seeking, or have dealings with, Chinese Businesses and Chinese Staff.
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