Events

Upcoming events at Western Sydney University are listed below.

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• May 11
  Warakurna: All the Stories Got into our Minds and Eyes

  The National Museum of Australia's travelling exhibition of contemporary paintings from the Western Desert community of Warakurna.

  Exhibitions and performances
  The National Museum of Australia's travelling exhibition of contemporary paintings from the Western Desert community of Warakurna.

  Warakurna: All the Stories Got into our Minds and Eyes is a travelling exhibition developed and presented by the National Museum of Australia. This exhibition of contemporary paintings and sculptures document a new art movement emerging from the Western Desert community of Warakurna. These paintings combine familiar Western Desert symbols and dots with a more figurative style to re-create scenes of everyday life and to tell historical and contemporary stories.The Warakurna paintings are more than simply art – they remember the people and recount the events that have influenced the artists' lives.

  Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Jun 5
  Abstraction exhibition

  An exhibition of Abstract art works from the University Art Collection.

  Exhibitions and performances
  Staff, students and the general public
  An exhibition of Abstract art works from the University Art Collection. This exhibition focuses upon artist’s within the University’s art collection, utilizing the mediums of painting and print-making, who have developed their own form of abstraction. Artists featured include; John Firth-Smith, Anita Kelly, Ellen Malanos, Aida Tomescu and James Turner.
  Mon, 05 Jun 2017 12:56:00 +1000
• Jun 14
  Art Fusion

  Art Exhibition from the students of Bossley Park High School

  Exhibitions and performances
  Staff,students and the general public
  Art Exhibition from the students of Bossley Park High School Art Fusion is an eclectic collection of work from the students of Bossley Park High School. Consisting of unique pieces created by students in year 7 to 10. These pieces are an amalgamation of a diverse student body, showcasing individual interpretations of influencing artists and the world around them. Through their extensive investigation of materials, students are gaining an understanding of artist practice through the use of various techniques and sophisticated processes.
  Wed, 14 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Jul 27
  Development Opportunity for New Sessional Academic Staff

  Oriention for new sessional staff to learning and teaching at Western.

  academic events; Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  New sessional staff
  Oriention for new sessional staff to learning and teaching at Western.

  New sessional staff are invited to attend this pilot program offered by the Learning Transformations Team. The aim of the program will be to help orient new sessional staff to learning and teaching at Western Sydney University, to assist them in developing effective learning environments with their students, and to help staff use enquiry-oriented methods to frame their individual development goals as sessional academics new to the University. Sessions are offered either face to face or via a zoom session, with an online component. For more information and to register visit the Learning Futures site below.

  Thu, 27 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Jul 27
  ICS Seminar Series

  What Do Historical Ideas About Human Induced Climate Change Tell Us About the Present and Future?

  Conferences and seminars
  Staff, students, public
  What Do Historical Ideas About Human Induced Climate Change Tell Us About the Present and Future?

  What can the history of climate change tell us about contemporary climate change scenarios? This paper is based on an ARC-funded Discovery project with Gregory Barton titled Saving the World the First Time. It explores how ideas of human-induced climate change led to major social and political changes in the 19th century. Many of these changes were justified by the idea that trees influenced climate. These ideas fell out of favour scientifically in the 20th century but have recently been renewed through global warming and other climate change models. Associate Professor Brett Bennett will review these ideas and make suggestions for how public discussions about climate change can be changed to be more accommodative and positive.

  Thu, 27 Jul 2017 11:30:00 +1000
• Jul 28
  Writing & Society Research Seminar Series: Chris

  Writing & Society Research Centre seminar series 28 July: Chris Wortham on Shakespeare's Maps in Henry V & Julius Caesar

  academic events
  Writing & Society Research Centre seminar series 28 July: Chris Wortham on Shakespeare's Maps in Henry V & Julius Caesar

  Interdisciplinary studies of Shakespeare have become commonplace in the last forty years, after a long period in which those who ventured outside the text were regarded as dilettante dabblers. Serious study of geographical significances that went beyond searching for Juliet's mythical balcony in Verona or the doubtful ethnicity of Othello were slow in becoming recognised. Since the early 1980s some deeper meanings have been found to be embedded in the plays. Some fine scholars, including Stephen Greenblatt, Leah Marcus, and Richard Helgerson have ventured into this exploration; and, more recently, John Gillies and Virginia Mason Vaughan have contributed notably.

  Fri, 28 Jul 2017 11:00:00 +1000
• Aug 1
  2016 Census Data Seminar – Western Sydney

  2016 Census results and findings

  Conferences and seminars
  Staff, students, public
  2016 Census results and findings

  Find out what the 2016 Census of Population and Housing tells us about ourselves, our communities and Australia. Every five years the Census provides a snapshot of Australia. Census data are used by individuals, organisations and governments to make informed decisions on policy and planning issues that affect the lives of all Australians. The Seminar will include a 45-minute overview of: - 2016 Census results - Key findings specific to the seminar locations - Understanding Census data. Data specialists will also be available after the presentation to provide product support and guidance.

  Tue, 01 Aug 2017 14:00:00 +1000
• Aug 3
  Property and Construction Careers Evening

  The 2017 Property and Construction Careers Expo will connect Western Sydney students in all years of study with a wide range of employers

  Conferences and seminars; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Students
  The 2017 Property and Construction Careers Expo will connect Western Sydney students in all years of study with a wide range of employers

  Western Sydney University is again proud to host the Property and Construction Careers Expo in 2017. This year's event will connect Western Sydney students in all years of study with a wide range of employers in the Property and Construction industry. As a student, the Expo will provide a forum for you to explore available employment opportunities, allow you to enhance your networking skills in meeting with these employers, and help you to explore your career direction and career opportunities. As an employer, you will be able to raise your organisation's profile and get first pick of potential graduates for your jobs.

  Thu, 03 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Aug 3
  Confucianism Today: Culturally Relevant? - A Round Table Discussion with Noted Visiting Chinese Scholar Yu Dan

  A panel of experts will discuss how Confucianism should be understood today, and whether it has any relevance to life in modern Australia.

  Conferences and seminars
  A panel of experts will discuss how Confucianism should be understood today, and whether it has any relevance to life in modern Australia. Confucian ethics and Confucian values have experienced a revival in China in recent years. This philosophical system dates back over two thousand years. Its original essence is however contested in academic circles. A panel of Australian experts and a well-known Beijing-based scholar YU Dan will discuss how Confucianism should be understood today, and whether it has any relevance to life in modern Australia.The discussion will be in Chinese and English, with interpretation.
  Thu, 03 Aug 2017 18:00:00 +1000
• Aug 8
  Spring Fair

  Come along to the Spring Fair on your campus and get all the info on the services and clubs available to you as a student!

  Exhibitions and performances; Social events
  Students
  Come along to the Spring Fair on your campus and get all the info on the services and clubs available to you as a student!

  Visit the interactive information stalls, participate in games and competitions, grab some free food, and more! The Spring Fair will run from 10.30am - 2.00pm on most campuses. To find out what's happening at your campus, please visit the website below.

  Tue, 08 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Aug 8
  Humanitarian and Development Reserach Initiative (HADRI); Panel Discussion

  Achieving Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

  academic events; Conferences and seminars
  Achieving Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth Guest Speakers Cristina Martinez, Senior Environment and Decent Work Specialist, International Labour Organization (ILO) & WSU and Robert Strauss, Head of Unit, Service Policy for Consumers, Directorate-General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs (DG GROW), European Commission; Discussion: Roughly half the world’s population still lives on the equivalent of about US$2 a day. In too many places, having a job does not guarantee the ability to escape from poverty. A continued lack of decent work opportunities, insufficient investments and under-consumption lead to an erosion of the basic social contract underlying democratic societies: that all must share in progress.
  Tue, 08 Aug 2017 17:00:00 +1000
• Aug 8
  25 Year Construction Management Celebration

  Join us to celebrate the 25 year anniversary of our Construction & Building degrees.

  academic events; Social events
  Alumni, staff, industry partners and friends
  Join us to celebrate the 25 year anniversary of our Construction & Building degrees.

  We invite you to join alumni, staff, industry partners and friends at a free event to celebrate 25 years of the Building and Construction Management course at Western. Western Sydney University Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Barney Glover, will share our exciting plans for new collaborations with industry, clients and the government that will present unique opportunities for Western's Construction Management community. Construction Management alumnus and Director of Solutions Consulting, Andrew Steventon will join us to share his journey since graduation. Andrew has worked on a variety of projects including the venue for our event, the Peter Shergold Building at 1PSQ.

  Tue, 08 Aug 2017 18:00:00 +1000
• Aug 10
  Music Festival and Competition

  HSC musicians compete for the titles of 2017 Best HSC Soloists and Band as well as music performances by WSU staff and students.

  Exhibitions and performances
  HSC musicians compete for the titles of 2017 Best HSC Soloists and Band as well as music performances by WSU staff and students. Soloists Compete against other HSC musicians for the title of 2017 Best HSC Solo Performer. Bands Battle it out with other bands for the title of 2017 Best HSC Band. Performances will be judged by leading University staff musicians, HSC Music teachers and Bachelor of Music students. All entrants will work with the best Sound Engineers at Western Sydney University to design their performance. Select performers will be offered a place in the 2018 Bachelor of Music program. First Prize Record an EP in the University's new state-of-the-art studios. Not a Musician? Bring your friends and family along to watch bands and soloists battle it out for the coveted prize and see cutting edge performan
  Thu, 10 Aug 2017 08:00:00 +1000
• Aug 10
  Sydney Science Festival 2017 - Lifestyle, Health and Aging

  The principal role we as individuals play in helping our body maintain its healthy status.

  Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions
  General public, staff, students
  The principal role we as individuals play in helping our body maintain its healthy status.

  It is well to realise that everything has a cause, including our health. We are not compelled to seek the cause of good health because we take it for granted. At the same time however, we expect that any health issues that may beset us will be effectively resolved by a medical doctor - promptly and effectively accompanied by inevitable side effects, often impinging on the quality of patient's life, at his or her inevitable financial outlay. It would seem to be a better strategy to question the cause of ill health in general and then, armed with this knowledge, decide if and how it could easily be avoided. Free Event - Limited Tickets

  Thu, 10 Aug 2017 14:00:00 +1000
• Aug 10
  Sydney Science Festival 2017 - Sustainable Engineering; A Solar Car’s Journey

  Our Engineers and Solar Car Team members will introduce you to the Western Sydney University Solar Car Project.

  Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions
  General public, staff, students
  Our Engineers and Solar Car Team members will introduce you to the Western Sydney University Solar Car Project. This student-led, non-profit green initiative strives to push the boundaries of innovation and precision engineering with a social and sustainable responsibility to the whole community. They compete in the World Solar Challenge, a 3000km race from Darwin to Adelaide to champion the cause for sustainable transport. See the documentary of their 2015 race, meet the Engineers involved with the team and learn more about sustainable futures. Suitable for any age, this event will develop your awareness of engineering principles in the context of sustainability and the future of renewable energy. Free Event - Limited Tickets
  Thu, 10 Aug 2017 16:00:00 +1000
• Aug 11
  Symposium: Pentecostal Charismatic Christianities in Australia

  In this symposium we are addressing the remarkable growth of PCC in Australia, a country considered largely secular.

  Conferences and seminars
  academics and general public
  In this symposium we are addressing the remarkable growth of PCC in Australia, a country considered largely secular.

  Pentecostal Charismatic Christianities (PCC) have grown significantly worldwide, particularly in the Global South. In Australia, they have overtaken Anglicans as the second largest religious group by attendance, behind the Catholic Church. Australian megachurches such as Hillsong and C3 have been influencing churches in many parts of the world, including the USA and Europe. In this conference we are interested in teasing out the remarkable growth of PCC in Australia, a country considered largely secular.

  Fri, 11 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Aug 13
  Sydney Science Festival 2017 - The Future of Immersive Education with AI and VRS

  The latest advances in Artificial Intelligence, Virtual and Augmented Reality and Simulation.

  academic events; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Social events
  General public, staff, students
  The latest advances in Artificial Intelligence, Virtual and Augmented Reality and Simulation.

  An immersive virtual space with two interactive Virtual Reality (VR) exhibits. the first exhibit is Generations of Knowledge, which portrays everyday life of the aboriginal Darug clan, in pre-contact era. In this immersive simulation you become an active member of the Darug clan. Developed in close collaboration with Aboriginal Elders on campus of Western Sydney University. The Second exhibition is the Uruk 3000 B.C which depicts the life in Uruk, the first city on Earth, become an active member of Uruk society. Acquire valuable knowledge on life in ancient Mesopotamia and the important discoveries made by the Sumerian culture. Free Event

  Sun, 13 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +1000
• Aug 15
  Tourism and Heritage Careers Expo

  The 2017 Tourism and Heritage Careers Expo will connect WSU students in all years of study with a wide range of employers in the Tourism industry.

  academic events; Conferences and seminars; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Students
  The 2017 Tourism and Heritage Careers Expo will connect WSU students in all years of study with a wide range of employers in the Tourism industry.

  Western Sydney University is proud to host the Tourism and Heritage Careers Expo in 2017. This year's event will connect Western Sydney students in all years of study with a wide range of employers in the Tourism and Heritage industry. As a student, the Expo will provide a forum for you to explore available employment opportunities, allow you to enhance your networking skills in meeting with these employers, and help you to explore your career direction and career opportunities. As an employer, you will be able to raise your organisation's profile and get first pick of potential graduates for your jobs.

  Tue, 15 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +1000
• Aug 17
  Sydney Science Festival 2017 - Making your Future – 3D Printing and Advanced Manufacturing

  Participants will work through a 3D graphics project and see demonstrations of 3D Printing, laser cutting, digital wire bending and more.

  Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions
  General public, staff, students
  Participants will work through a 3D graphics project and see demonstrations of 3D Printing, laser cutting, digital wire bending and more.

  Our Academics and Technical staff will introduce you to the Western Sydney University MakerSpace located at our Kingswood Campus, and open to the public every Thursday from 1-6pm. In this workshop, participants will work through a 3D graphics project and see demonstrations of 3D Printing, laser cutting, digital wire bending and more. Suitable for ages 16 and over, this workshop will develop your skills and connect you with facilities that are open every week to continue your development and enhance your technology capacity. Free Event - Limited Tickets

  Thu, 17 Aug 2017 15:30:00 +1000
• Aug 17
  Technology Careers Expo 2017

  The 2017 Technology Careers Expo will connect WSU students in all years of study with a wide range of employers in the IT Industry.

  academic events; Conferences and seminars; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Students and Employers
  The 2017 Technology Careers Expo will connect WSU students in all years of study with a wide range of employers in the IT Industry.

  Western Sydney University is proud to host the inaugural Technology Careers Expo in 2017. This event will connect Western Sydney students in all years of study with a wide range of employers in the Technology and Communications industry. As a student, the Expo will provide a forum for you to explore available employment opportunities, allow you to enhance your networking skills in meeting with these employers, and help you to explore your career direction and career opportunities. As an employer, you will be able to raise your organisation's profile and get first pick of potential graduates for your jobs.

  Thu, 17 Aug 2017 18:00:00 +1000
• Aug 19
  Sydney Science Festival 2017 - Penrith Observatory Public Astronomy Night - 19 August

  What the shape of galaxies reveals about their upbringing.

  academic events; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Social events
  General public, staff, students
  What the shape of galaxies reveals about their upbringing.

  What the shape of galaxies reveals about their upbringing With Dr Caroline Foster The nature of astronomical distances is such that even our nearest neighboring galaxy is too far to explore by probe. So, much like shadow puppetry, astronomers can only see galaxies in projection on the celestial sphere. Since distinct shapes project identically in 2D, measuring the true 3D (or intrinsic) shape of galaxies is an easy problem to pose, but a challenging one to solve. Includes presentation, short 3D movie, tour of the dome area and viewing of the night sky through a range of telescopes (weather permitting).

  Sat, 19 Aug 2017 19:00:00 +1000
• Aug 27
  Open Day 2017

  Register your interest

  Register your interest

  Because the world today is evolving at incredible speed, you need to think hard about choosing the uni that will prepare you best for the future.

  That's why our degrees are designed to be both rigorous and relevant.

  Find out how Western can prepare you to take on tomorrow.

  10am – 3pm, Sunday 27 August

  Parramatta South campus

  Find out about courses, careers, entry pathways and scholarships.
  And catch great live entertainment and activities.

  Register your interest now at westernsydney.edu.au/openday

  Sun, 27 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +1000
• Sep 1
  Design Career and Portfolio Day

  Opportunity to show us your original creative work in an interview to determine eligibility for early entry to our Design Degree

  Information sessions
  Opportunity to show us your original creative work in an interview to determine eligibility for early entry to our Design Degree Western Sydney University knows that creatives are 'do-ers.' Our Design (Visual Communication) program is centred on studio-based practice that will provide you with skills and knowledge to communicate ideas and information across a wide range of visual media. Show us your original creative work and have an interview to determine your eligibility for an EARLY OFFER to our Design degree.
  Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Sep 11
  Music Auditions

  Auditions for entry to the Bachelor of Music at our new state-of-the-art music precinct.

  Information sessions
  Auditions for entry to the Bachelor of Music at our new state-of-the-art music precinct. If music is your thing, then come study with us. We teach all kinds of music, with an emphasis on the music of today. We're small enough to foster a sense of community and large enough to open your career onto the world stage. Come and audition for the Bachelor of Music. Be prepared to play two contrasting pieces and bring along your portfolio and musical compositions if you are a composer. Tour through the brand new music precinct and meet the high calibre teaching staff.
  Mon, 11 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Sep 11
  Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)

  PASS with style!

  academic events; Training and skill upgrade
  Students
  PASS with style! Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) students consistently achieve better results. Get the most benefit by attending PASS every week. PASS sessions run weekly and are free with no registration is required. Accelerate your learning now and PASS with style! PASS is delivered weekly across multiple campuses and is also available online. Check the PASS website for session details.
  Mon, 11 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +1000
• Sep 12
  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Future Students Information Evening

  Come along to find out about study and student services at Western.

  Information sessions
  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
  Come along to find out about study and student services at Western.

  Hear about how Western Sydney University can help you during your studies. Learn about the different pathways to study, the support services available, the scholarships on offer and life on campus.

  Tue, 12 Sep 2017 18:00:00 +1000
• Sep 14
  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Future Students Information Evening

  Come along to find out about study at Western

  Information sessions
  Prospective students
  Come along to find out about study at Western

  Hear about how Western Sydney University can help you as a student. Learn about the different pathways to study, the support services available, the scholarships on offer and life on campus.

  Thu, 14 Sep 2017 18:00:00 +1000
• Oct 6
  Macarthur Symposium - Rare Disease Day

  Opportunity for experienced doctors with knowledge of Mastocytosis and MCAS to share with other doctors.

  Conferences and seminars
  Medical Professionals
  Opportunity for experienced doctors with knowledge of Mastocytosis and MCAS to share with other doctors.

  Meet doctors from many disciplines to learn about the latest research and treatments for conditions such as Mastocytosis, Mast Cell Activation Disorder and Hereditary Angioedema from eminent HAE and mast cell specialists including Dr Clive Grattan MA, MD, FRCP; consultant Dermatologist from the UK.

  The event is co-hosted by the School of Medicine at Western Sydney University, Macarthur Clinical School, Campbelltown Hospital and The Australasian Mastocytosis Society (TAMS).

  Fri, 06 Oct 2017 09:00:00 +1100
• Oct 23
  Research Week 2017

  Research Week celebrates research at Western Sydney University - Individual events will be entered separately, see web below for further information.

  academic events; Exhibitions and performances
  Staff, Students, Industry and the community
  Research Week celebrates research at Western Sydney University - Individual events will be entered separately, see web below for further information.

  Research Week will be held 23 to 27 October 2017

  Mon, 23 Oct 2017 09:00:00 +1100
• Oct 26
  Short Introduction to Stata and Basic Analysis

  Short Introduction to Stata and Basic Analysis

  academic events; Training and skill upgrade
  Short Introduction to Stata and Basic Analysis

  Date : 26/10 - 27/10
  Stata course: a 2 day course: Are you afraid of statistics? Struggling to analyse your data, don't know where to start? Or perhaps doing a postgraduate degree and need help with statistics This Basic Stata course is for new comers with little or no statistical previous experience. This two day course will equip participants with basic statistical skills and allowing them to perform basic descriptive and logistic regression analyses. Participants will be introduced to basic features of Stata 12 or higher version. They will introduced to Stata features for opening and exploring files, data cleaning, and how to prepare a do file prior to analysis and logging outputs.

  Thu, 26 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +1100
• Nov 16
  NICM Symposium - Clinical Trials in Integrative Medicine: Challenges and Opportunities

  Explores the challenges and opportunities of clinical trials focusing on herbal medicine, acupuncture, and mind and body therapies.

  Conferences and seminars
  esearchers, clinicians, practitioners, research collaborators and industry decision makers
  Explores the challenges and opportunities of clinical trials focusing on herbal medicine, acupuncture, and mind and body therapies.

  Join us at the Western Sydney University Parramatta city campus on 16 November 2017 for a full-day symposium, Clinical Trials in Integrative Medicine: Challenges and Opportunities. Clinical trials in integrative medicine pose a unique challenge due to the complex nature of the interventions. This symposium will explore novel clinical trial designs, strategies for translation of evidence into practice and promoting collaborations between relevant research institutes, practitioners in the community, industry and government organisations both nationally and internationally. For more information and to register visit our website.

  Thu, 16 Nov 2017 09:00:00 +1100
• Nov 20
  2nd National Advancing Community Cohesion Conference

  A national forum to consider challenges confronting social cohesion and ways to more effectively address them.

  academic events; Conferences and seminars
  Australian and international decision-makers, thought leaders, influencers, and practitioners from government, academia, civil society and the private sector
  A national forum to consider challenges confronting social cohesion and ways to more effectively address them. The Conference will bring together over 250 Australian and international decision-makers, thought leaders, influencers, and practitioners from government, academia, civil society and the private sector, to discuss the challenges confronting social cohesion in diverse communities and explore ways to more effectively address them. The event will address themes relevant to diverse communities including migrants, CALD communities, ethnic and religious minorities, the indigenous community, people living with a disability, and the LGBTIQ community. The sharing of expertise and experiences will help to inform the ongoing work of participants and contribute to policies and strategies.
  Mon, 20 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +1100
• Dec 6
  2017 University Awards

  Presentation of the 2017 University Awards

  Presentation of the 2017 University Awards The University Awards celebrate the significant achievements of Western Sydney University staff and students. The following Awards will be presented at the ceremony Vice-Chancellor's Professional Development Scholarships for 2017 Western Sydney University Learning and Teaching Awards Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development Research Awards Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Awards
  Wed, 06 Dec 2017 15:00:00 +1100