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For 150 years, the University of Adelaide has been breaking new ground, pushing boundaries, getting stuff done, and having fun. Our history tells the story of where we have come from, but it is also the foundation on which we build for the future.
Together, let's celebrate making history.
150th News and upcoming events
150th events
31
May
What does it mean to speak from the South? What unique perspectives does this vantage point offer on the pressing issues currently facing the world? 'Southern Theory' seeks to empower thinkers beyond the traditional centres and focus on issues which affect them.
16
Aug
State Theatre Company South Australia in association with The University of Adelaide presents a Sydney Theatre Company and Canberra Theatre Centre production.
15
Oct
Lights, beats, dreams: an immersive adventure.
26
Oct
University of Adelaide’s most spectacular alumni reunion event ever, the 2024 150th Gala Ball is a black-tie gala celebrating both the history and the future of the University in its 150th year.
150th news
10
Apr
University of Adelaide scores highly in subject rankings
The University of Adelaide has retained its position among the world’s top universities, with the release of the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject.
4
Apr
Waite 100: Black tie gala celebrates Waite campus as century-long engine of innovation
The University of Adelaide celebrates 100 years of scientific discovery in agriculture, food and wine during its 150th year.
2
Apr
Plants to be grown on the Moon when humans return
NASA has announced that when humans take their first steps back on the Moon after 50 years during the Artemis III mission, astronauts will cultivate and return lunar-grown plants to Earth for the first time.
25
Mar
Renowned baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes joins Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium
Internationally recognised opera singer, Teddy Tahu Rhodes has been appointed to the University of Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium of Music where he will play a leading role in its Classical Voice department as a teacher and mentor.
18
Mar
University students from around Australia and the world will converge at the University of Adelaide to pit their custom-built lunar rovers against each other in a one-of-a-kind event this 20-24 March, during the University’s 150th anniversary year.
28
Feb
As the University of Adelaide celebrates its 150th year, a new tradition emerges: Kaurna Day - Tirkanthi - Ngutu - Taikurrinthi (Learning – Knowledge - Be united together), a free public event dedicated to honouring the Kaurna people, the traditional custodians of Adelaide and the Adelaide plains.
23
Feb
Honorary doctorate awarded to Dr Lewis Yarlupurka O'Brien
Highly respected Kaurna Elder and leader, Dr Lewis Yarlupurka O'Brien AO, has been presented with the highest honour a University can bestow, receiving an honorary doctorate from the University of Adelaide.
13
Feb
University of Adelaide reappoints Chancellor
The University of Adelaide Council has announced the Honourable Catherine Branson AC KC will serve a third term as Chancellor.
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Celebrating 150 years
A message from the Vice-Chancellor
Make History
Give to the future
Join us as we celebrate 150 years of history making. Give to the future to support the gift of education.
Give to the future
As we celebrate the past we will continue to transform lives, inspire innovation and push boundaries. Together, we will continue to support excellence and remove barriers to education.