Events

Upcoming events at Western Sydney University are listed below.

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• May 26
  Always Was Always Will Be

  Always Was Always Will Be features key artworks from artists and community members from Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Co-operative.

  Exhibitions and performances; Social events
  Current Students and Staff
  Always Was Always Will Be features key artworks from artists and community members from Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Co-operative.

  Always Was Always Will Be

  26 May – 29 August

  “This year marks 50 years since the handback of the cattle station, Wave Hill, where Prime Minister Gough Whitlam poured earth into the hands of Vincent Lingiari in a symbolic gesture of returning lands back to the Gurindji people (16 August 1975).

  Always Was Always Will Be explores Aboriginal self-determination through art and activism.

  The exhibition tells the stories of community leaders who have continued to fight for their homelands, waterways, and health, so they can be self-determined in their communities.

  Land Rights and Native Title were and still are big issues, and I wanted to acknowledge and pay tribute to the amazing achievement by the Gurindji people, while also focusing on the key stories of NSW language group peoples.

  As a recognised Traditional Owner, over the years I've witnessed the misrepresentation and mistreatment of my people in Australia. Mining and Indigenous Land Use Agreements have led to the neglect and destruction of our sacred sites and still to this day my people don’t have property access to their traditional homelands.

  We belong to this land; we are the protectors and caretakers who have continued to maintain our connections to the lands through spiritual and traditional practices since time immemorial. “

  Guest curator Kyra Kum Sing, Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Cooperative 

  Always Was Always Will Be features key artworks from artists and community members from Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Co-operative.

  Exhibiting artists: Dr. Bronwyn Bancroft AM, Jeffrey Samuels, Brenda L. Croft, Avril Quaill, Arone Meeks (1957-2021), Michael Riley (1960-2004), Gordon Syron, Danny Eastwood, Nadeena Dixon, Jamie Eastwood, Debra Beale, Kyra Kum-Sing, Dennis Golding, Carmen Glynn-Braun, Rubyrose Bancroft and Hayley Pigram

  The exhibition also includes loans of historical material from the Whitlam Prime Ministerial Collection, Western Sydney University Art Collection, the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, and the Powerhouse Museum.

  Boomalli was established in 1987 by ten founding members who were Euphemia Bostock (dec.), Jeffrey Samuels, Arone Meeks (dec.), Bronwyn Bancroft, Brenda L. Croft, Tracey Moffatt, Avril Quaill, Fern Martens, Michael Riley (dec.), and Fiona Foley.

  Boomalli means ‘to strike or make a mark’ in three NSW Aboriginal languages (Bundjalung, Gamilaroi and Wiradjuri) and was one of the many key organisations set up in Redfern in the late 1970s early 1980s dedicated to Aboriginal self-determination.

  Mon, 26 May 2025 10:35:00 +1000
• Jun 5
  Getting Started with NVivo for Windows

  Learn the fundamentals of NVivo including importing data, creating nodes and producing basic visualisations.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  WSU staff, Researchers
  Learn the fundamentals of NVivo including importing data, creating nodes and producing basic visualisations.

  Does your research see you working through unstructured and non-numerical data? With the ability to collect, store and analyse different data types all in the one location makes, it’s easy to see why NVivo is becoming the tool of choice for many researchers.

  • Create and organise a qualitative research project in NVivo
  • Import a range of data sources using NVivo’s integrated tools
  • Code and classify your data
  • Format your data to take advantage of NVivo’s auto-coding ability
  • Use NVivo to discover new themes and trends in research
  • Visualise relationships and trends in your data

  Prerequisites:

  In order to participate, attendees must have a licensed copy of NVivo installed on their computer. Speak to your local university IT or Research Office for assistance in obtaining a license and installing the software.

  This course is taught using NVivo 12 Pro for Windows and is not suitable for NVivo for Mac users.

  Enquires: Dr Jeff Wang

  Register: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/getting-started-with-nvivo-for-windows-at-wsu-online-registration-1334881178539

  Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +1000
• Jun 5
  Enhance your grant application with Altmetric Explorer

  Join Liz Smee (Digital Science) as she presents on how to showcase your research outputs for grant applications in Altmetric Explorer

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  WSU Staff applying for grants
  Join Liz Smee (Digital Science) as she presents on how to showcase your research outputs for grant applications in Altmetric Explorer

  Discover how Altmetric Explorer can enhance your grant applications by showcasing the broader reach and engagement of your research. In this session, you’ll learn how to effectively use Altmetric data to highlight your work's reach, influence, and societal relevance and engagement. We’ll guide you through practical examples, including identifying key attention metrics, uncovering engagement trends, and tailoring insights to align with funding requirements.

  Presentation overview: 

  • Highlighting research outcomes – Showcase policy mentions, patents, and media coverage to demonstrate societal relevance.
  • Tracking engagement – Provide evidence of influence among stakeholders like patient groups, industry leaders, and educators.
  • Exploring Collaboration – Identify potential research partners and position your work for future funding.
  • Visualising Attention – Use Altmetric Attention Scores to illustrate global research visibility.
  • Benchmarking Performance – Compare your research output significance with peers to strengthen your case for funding.

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +1000
• Jun 6
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Join the library in this fortnightly Congregate and Write sessions

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  HDR Candidates
  Join the library in this fortnightly Congregate and Write sessions

  This session will use the Pomodoro technique, and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks, students will have time to chat about their research, ask questions, and support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Jun 6
  Book Symposium on Structural Transformation as Development

  Book Symposium on Structural Transformation as Development

  academic events; Conferences and seminars; Information sessions
  All Welcome
  Book Symposium on Structural Transformation as Development

  Book Symposium on Structural Transformation as Development

  Summary:

  This book evaluates development progress using the lens of structural transformation in four groups of developing countries: Africa’s least developed countries (LDCs), Asia’s LDCs, landlocked Central Asian countries, and Pacific small island states. The analysis presented is contextualized in the diverse economic characteristics and geopolitical landscape of the four categories of countries. The diverse coverage offers readers rich political economy explanations of varied, but largely poor, structural transformation experiences. The book is non-technical, with descriptive, narrative, and analytical approaches on comparative development, making it suitable and accessible for non-specialist audiences.

  Authors:

  Professor Anis Chowdhury is Emeritus Professor at Western Sydney University, Australia, and Special Assistant to Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser (State Minister for Finance). He has an accomplished academic career and held senior United Nations positions (2008-2016) in Economic and Social affairs.

  Assoc. Professor Zulfan Tadjoeddin is Associate Professor in Development Studies, School of Social Sciences, Western Sydney University, Australia.

  Assoc. Professor Yogi Vidyattama is an Associate Professor at Canberra School of Politics, Economics and Society, University of Canberra, Australia.

  Facilitated by Dr Nidhi Wali, Theme Leader for Sustainable Development and Human Security at Humanitarian and Development Research Initiative (HADRI).

  Request access to Level 9 from concierge desk. Light refreshments will be provided.

  Please register via the link below:
  https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/western/book-symposium-on-structural-transformations-as-development

  Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:30:00 +1000
• Jun 10
  Adobe Education Institute

  Discover ways to deepen student engagement and foster multi-modal teaching using Adobe Express through a series of hands-on training sessions.

  academic events; Conferences and seminars; Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade; Online Events
  All Staff
  Discover ways to deepen student engagement and foster multi-modal teaching using Adobe Express through a series of hands-on training sessions.

  The Adobe Education Institute (AEI) will take place June  10 - June 13th.  As an Adobe Creative Campus, all Western staff are invited to participate in this invitation-only, global event to upskill in using the creative and visual communication tool, Adobe Express for your own use and to foster multi-modal teaching and increase student engagement and success. Learn more & register here: https://adobe.ly/AEI-25-June

  Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +1000
• Jun 12
  Data capture and surveys with REDCap at Western Sydney University Online

  Dr Jeff Wang from Intersect with provide the training for this session

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Researchers, HDR candidates
  Dr Jeff Wang from Intersect with provide the training for this session

  This course will introduce you to REDCap, a rapidly evolving web tool developed by researchers for researchers. REDCap features a high level of security, and a high degree of customisability for your forms and advanced user access control. It also features free, unlimited survey distribution functionality and a sophisticated export module with support for all standard statistical programs.

  • Get started with REDCap
  • Create and set up projects
  • Design forms and surveys using the online designer
  • Learn how to use branching logic, piping, and calculations
  • Enter data via forms and distribute surveys
  • Create, view and export data reports
  • Add collaborators and set their privileges

  Enquiries:  Dr Jeff Wang

  Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/data-capture-and-surveys-with-redcap-at-wsu-online-registration-1364963415319

  Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +1000
• Jun 13
  Side Hustle Series for Western Sydney University Staff, Researchers and Alumni

  Build Your Online Presence and Amplify Your Impact This program is exclusive to Western staff, researchers and alumni.

  Training and skill upgrade
  Build Your Online Presence and Amplify Your Impact This program is exclusive to Western staff, researchers and alumni.

  Side Hustle Series

  Exclusive for Western staff and researchers

  Develop valuable new skills and amplify your research impact with Side Hustle Series! Run by Launch Pad exclusively for Western Sydney University staff and researchers, this program offers practical training in areas like effective communication, idea validation, and strategic planning. Whether you want to amplify your research impact online, explore a personal project, or simply enhance your professional toolkit, the SHS provides a supportive environment to learn crucial skills applicable right here at Western Sydney University and beyond.

  Program Details:

  • Duration: 1 intensive day
  • Date: Friday, 13 June 2025
  • Time: 8.30 AM – 5.00 PM
  • Venue: Launch Pad Parramatta (6 Hassall St, Parramatta, NSW 2150).

  Info session:

  • Friday, 09 May 2025, 12.00 – 12.30 PM, online via Zoom.

  Register here.

  Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +1000
• Jun 16
  Thesis Writing Circle

  Join the library for a monthly in-person writing circle for higher degree research students!

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  HDR Students
  Join the library for a monthly in-person writing circle for higher degree research students!

  Are you keen to improve your thesis or publication writing skills? Or perhaps you want to improve the way you give feedback? Come along to the library's thesis writing circle where we will read and give feedback on new student writing each session.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Register: https://westernsydney.libcal.com/event/5839990

  Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Jun 18
  Panel Discussion: Mapping the Landscape of Optometric Education in Sub-Saharan Africa

  This panel discussion will explore findings from a collaborative research project titled Mapping the Landscape of Optometric Education in Sub-Saharan

  academic events; Conferences and seminars
  General
  This panel discussion will explore findings from a collaborative research project titled Mapping the Landscape of Optometric Education in Sub-Saharan

  Optometry is a vital healthcare profession dedicated to the care of people’s eyes and vision. Optometrists serve as the primary eye care providers — they assess visual function, manage refractive and binocular vision anomalies, and play a critical role in the early detection of ocular and systemic diseases. They are often the first professionals individuals consult when experiencing visual difficulties or seeking preventative eye health advice.

  This panel discussion will explore findings from a collaborative research project titled Mapping the Landscape of Optometric Education in Sub-Saharan Africa. The study was conducted by Western Sydney University (WSU) in partnership with the University of the Highlands and Islands (UK), the University of KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa), and other academic institutions across the African continent, under the leadership of Professor Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu.

  The study was conducted by Western Sydney University (WSU) in partnership with the University of the Highlands and Islands (UK), the University of KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa), and other academic institutions across the African continent, under the leadership of Professor Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu.

  We are pleased to invite you to a panel discussion of optometry education experts who will share key insights from this landmark report.

  • Clinical Relevance: Learn how strengthening optometric education can help address the global burden of visual impairment by equipping practitioners with the skills to deliver high-quality, accessible eye care services.
  • Background: Explore the substantial growth in the number of optometry programs in Sub-Saharan Africa since 2000, a reflection of increasing regional commitment to eye health.
  • Key Findings: Gain insights into the current state, challenges, and opportunities in optometric education, drawing on data from 32 of 39 optometry schools across 12 countries in the region.

  This event brings together key stakeholders from across the continent — including academic institutions, national optometry associations, and regulatory bodies — to reflect on the report’s recommendations and consider future directions.

  Register now to be part of this pivotal discussion aimed at advancing optometric education and mitigating vision impairment in Sub-Saharan Africa.

  The Library's Thought Leadership Event Series highlights research supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We are proud to be ranked #1 globally in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings for Sustainability for three consecutive years, celebrating our commitment to sustainability. This series is part of the Western Sydney University Sustainability and Resilience Decadal Strategy 2030.

  Wed, 18 Jun 2025 16:30:00 +1000
• Jun 20
  Introduction to Research Data Management

  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this Research Data Management workshop.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Academic researchers and HDR candidates
  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this Research Data Management workshop.

  As a WSU researcher or HDR Candidate, understanding your responsibilities around managing your research data is important.

  WSU’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) before starting research at the University.

  An RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.

  In this workshop, you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:

  • How to access and submit an RDMP on the Research Repository
  • How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
  • Research data storage options at WSU
  • The importance of update and review of your RDMP
  • The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
  • How to access support with research data management planning

  Co-presented by: Karen Sheehy (Research Data Management Consultant) and Jeff Wang (Intersect)

  Enquiries: Jeff Wang

  Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1171496390239

  Fri, 20 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Jun 20
  Intersect Online Training: Introduction to Research Data Management at Western Sydney

  This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.

  Training and skill upgrade
  Academics and HDR students
  This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.

  As a WSU researcher or HDR Candidate, is important to understand your responsibilities around the management of your research data.

  WSU’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) prior to starting research at the University.

  A RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.

  In this workshop you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:

  • How to access and submit an RDMP on ResearchDirect
  • How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
  • Research data storage options at WSU
  • The importance of update and review of your RDMP
  • The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
  • How to access support with research data management planning

  Co-presented by: Library, Intersect

  Fri, 20 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Jun 24
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Join the library for fortightly online HDR Congregate and Write session

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  HDR Candidates
  Join the library for fortightly online HDR Congregate and Write session

  This session will use the Pomodoro technique, and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks, students will have time to chat about their research, ask questions, and support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +1000
• Jun 25
  Enhancing Research Skills with the New EBSCOhost Platform

  Join us for an interactive training session to introduce the new EBSCOhost platform.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Western Sydney University Students - Undergraduate and Postgraduate
  Join us for an interactive training session to introduce the new EBSCOhost platform.

  Join us for an interactive training session to introduce the new EBSCOhost platform.

  This session will provide an overview of new features and key differences to the classic EBSCOhost.

  Overview:

  • Explore advanced search techniques
  • Use the Projects feature for efficient research organization
  • Discover AI tools such as Natural Language Search to streamline information retrieval.

  Whether you are new to EBSCOhost or looking to enhance your research skills, this session will equip you with practical tools to optimize your academic studies.

  Register: https://westernsydney.libcal.com/event/5839448?hs=a

  Wed, 25 Jun 2025 11:30:00 +1000
• Jun 25
  SaGR Seminar - Justice Across Borders

  SaGR Seminar - Justice Across Borders: Debates on Punishment and Criminalization of Femi(ni)cide, Presented by Aleida Luján-Pinelo

  Conferences and seminars
  All welcome
  SaGR Seminar - Justice Across Borders: Debates on Punishment and Criminalization of Femi(ni)cide, Presented by Aleida Luján-Pinelo

  You are invited to attend the SaGR Seminar - Justice Across Borders: Debates on Punishment and Criminalization of Femi(ni)cide, Presented by Aleida Luján-Pinelo.

  • Date: 25th June 25
  • Time: 2pm to 5pm (includes light refreshments)
  • Location: Parramatta City Campus (1PSQ) - Level 9, Conference Room 4

  Summary:

  Femi(ni)cide is generally understood as “the killing of women by men because they are women,” it occurs within the patriarchal apparatus or power hierarchies of sex/gender. In Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), femi(ni)cide has been discussed since the late 1990s and specific laws have been introduced to combat such crimes. As of today, seventeen countries in LAC have criminalized “femicide” or “feminicide” either by including the category in their penal code or by introducing mainstreaming laws; in any case, criminalization of this crime mostly implies an increase in the years of the sentence. In recent years, femi(ni)cide has started to gain interest in Europe, among the issues to be discussed is whether a law against femi(ni)cide is necessary or not, as in LAC. Opponents of introducing a specific law argue that the LAC case shows that crimes do not decrease by having a law on femi(ni)cide. Although this is true, feminists in LAC are not so naïve as to believe that criminalization of femi(ni)cide alone will solve the problem, this strategy is one of multiple fronts of action.

  Legal criminalization of femi(ni)cide can be seen as a victory in which feminist discourse is working “from within” the system and using the tools available to make visible and penalize that system’s assignation of a particular limited value to the lives of women. But, from other critical perspectives such as abolitionism, the prison system will never be the solution to complex social problems since, on the contrary, they reinforce and contribute to the permanence of such power hierarchies (potestas). In my current research I aim to explore socio-legal alternatives of justice in cases of femi(ni)cide through a comparative study of Mexico and Germany, drawing on decolonial theory, new feminist materialism, and affect theory, working with participatory action methods to start conversations in this important field of inquiry and action.

  Bio:

  Aleida Luján-Pinelo is a Mexican interdisciplinary postdoctoral researcher at the Faculty of Law, University of Turku, where she obtained her PhD in Law. She holds a Master’s degree in the Erasmus Mundus Master’s Program in Gender and Women’s Studies from the University of Granada and the University of Utrecht and completed her Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy at the Metropolitan Autonomous University, Mexico City. She is a co-founder of the independent project Feminizidmap, a database on femi(ni)cides in German territory. Her most recent research focuses on femi(ni)cide in the European context from an interdisciplinary perspective and using the case study of Germany. Her current research projects bring epistemologies of the South and new feminist materialism together to study and create practices that offer solutions to complex social problems of patriarchal violence. Her research interests include feminist (legal) theory, new feminist materialism, epistemologies of the South, critical pedagogy, data feminism, and femi(ni)cide. Her research outputs have been published in Signs: Journal of Women in Culture and Society, Law and Literature, Philosophical Journal of Conflict and Violence, and eTropic: Electronic Journal of Studies in the Tropics.

  Please Register: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/western/sagr-seminar-justice-across-borders-debates-on-punishment-and-criminalization-of-femi-ni-cide-presented-by-aleida-lujan-pinelo

  Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +1000
• Jun 26
  Enhancing Research Skills with the New EBSCOhost Platform (for Researchers & HDR students)

  Join Nadia Davis (Manager, Customer Training Services Oceania) for an interactive training session focusing on the new EBSCOhost platform.

  Social events; Training and skill upgrade
  Western Sydney University HDR Students and Researchers
  Join Nadia Davis (Manager, Customer Training Services Oceania) for an interactive training session focusing on the new EBSCOhost platform.

  Presentation Overview:

  Join Nadia Davis (Manager, Customer Training Services Oceania)for an interactive training session focusing on the new EBSCOhost platform.

  Presentation Overview:

  • Overview of the new EBSCOhost and the differences between new and classic
  • Applying Subject Headings – Essential for systematic reviews, including keyword searches across Title/Abstract fields combined with subject heading searches.
  • Advanced Search Techniques – Refining searches with precision and efficiency in the upgraded interface.
  • Projects Feature – Organizing and managing research effectively.
  • AI Tools - including the new Natural Language Search – enhanced information retrieval for complex research needs

  Enquries: Maureen O'Brien

  Register: https://westernsydney.libcal.com/event/5839449?hs=a

  Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +1000
• Jun 27
  Unlock the Past with Gale's State Papers Online 18th Century

  Join Damian Almeida in discovering the Gale State Papers Online which is a premier digital archive.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Open to everyone
  Join Damian Almeida in discovering the Gale State Papers Online which is a premier digital archive.

  What's covered?

  • Access a comprehensive collection of government correspondence, diplomatic papers, treaties, and state documents.
  • Dive deep into the workings of the British government and its international relations during this formative historical period.
  • Analyze key events, policies, and figures that shaped political history and the evolution of modern governance.

  Intended audience:

  Ideal for historians, researchers, and students in history, political science, and international relations, this resource supports interdisciplinary study with:

  • Advanced search tools for uncovering critical insights.
  • Organized collections for seamless navigation.
  • A user-friendly interface for efficient research.

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +1000
• Jun 27
  Research Essentials: Scoping Reviews and structured searching

  If you are new to scoping reviews, this presentation will be useful.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Researchers, Academics, Western Staff
  If you are new to scoping reviews, this presentation will be useful.

  If you are new to scoping reviews, this presentation will be useful.

  Presentation Overview:

  • Introduction to scoping reviews
  • Defining characteristics of scoping reviews
  • Structuring your review
  • Building a search strategy
  • Demonstration of a gold standard search in a subject specific database

  Enquiries/ Presenter: Maureen O'Brien

  Fri, 27 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +1000
• Jul 1
  Using JBI SUMARI to create and systematic review

  Join Allan Finn (Senior Training Consultant) to explore the JBI SUMARI Tool, which is available at Western Sydney University.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Academics, Researchers, Western Sydney University Staff
  Join Allan Finn (Senior Training Consultant) to explore the JBI SUMARI Tool, which is available at Western Sydney University.

  Join Allan Finn (Senior Training Consultant) to explore the JBI SUMARI Tool, which is available at Western Sydney University.

  JBI SUMARI is an online utility for structuring, collecting, and appraising research to create a review.

  After collecting your research, use SUMARI alone or as a collaborative tool, to gather, examine and analyse your work.

  Enquries: Maureen O'Brien

  Related LibGuide: Systematic and Complex Reviews by The Library

  Register: https://westernsydney.libcal.com/event/5839620?hs=a

  Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +1000
• Jul 3
  Research Essentials: Systematic & complex reviews: An overview (Part 1)

  This presentation is one of a two-part series in Complex Review training.

  Training and skill upgrade
  Western Sydney University staff, Researchers
  This presentation is one of a two-part series in Complex Review training.

  This presentation is one of a two-part series in Complex Review training.  Are you writing a Scoping, Rapid, Umbrella, Systematic, Integrative or Meta-Analysis review?  This session is for you.  Some elements are common to all types of complex reviews.

  Presentation overview:

  • An overview of the different review types and their purpose
  • De-mystifying systematic reviews
  • What ingredients make a good complex review
  • Protocols and Inclusion | Exclusion criteria

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  Related LibGuide: Systematic and Complex Reviews by The Library

  Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +1000
• Jul 4
  Demonstration in using The Making of Modern Law digital archive

  Join Damian Almeida (Academic Engagement Manager - Gale) in an overview of The Making of Modern Law digital archive

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Open to everyone
  Join Damian Almeida (Academic Engagement Manager - Gale) in an overview of The Making of Modern Law digital archive

  This invaluable resource encompasses a wide range of primary sources, including legal treatises, case law, statutes, and law journals, providing unparalleled insights into the development of legal thought and practice during a transformative period in history. The archive is an essential tool for legal scholars, historians, and students, offering an in-depth exploration of the evolution of legal principles and the socio-political context that shaped them.

  Overview:

  • In-Depth Content: Explore an extensive array of documents that trace the foundation of modern legal systems.
  • Research Excellence: Utilize powerful search capabilities to access a wealth of materials for critical research in legal history, jurisprudence, and the continued evolution of law and governance.
  • Socio-Legal Insights: Examine how law intersected with broader social, political, and cultural movements.

  Whether you're conducting research in legal history or seeking to understand the historical roots of contemporary law, The Making of Modern Law is a critical resource for advancing your scholarship and academic endeavors.

  Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of legal history and the ongoing impact of law on society.

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  Fri, 04 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +1000
• Jul 7
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write sessions

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  HDR Candidates
  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write sessions

  This session will use the Pomodoro technique, and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks, students will have time to chat about their research, ask questions, and support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +1000
• Jul 8
  Setting yourself up for success: Your personal researcher identifiers

  This presentation focuses on your Research Identifiers that go to make up your overall author profile.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Western Sydney University staff, Researchers
  This presentation focuses on your Research Identifiers that go to make up your overall author profile.

  A strong researcher profile is essential to ensure your work is accurately attributed and easily discoverable.

  This presentation focuses on your Research Identifiers that go to make up your overall author profile.

  Presentation overview:

  • Scopus Author ID
  • Web of Science Researcher Profiles
  • ORCiD
  • Basic introduction into the researcher profile and repository

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  **This session in NOT recommended for HDR or Honours students.  This session is specifically aimed at researchers applying for the NHMRC Investigator Grant, though may be relevant for researchers applying for other grants**

  Related LibGuide: Researcher Identifiers by The Library

  Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +1000
• Jul 11
  Discover the Richness of Gale's State Papers Online: Colonial

  Join Damian Almeida for an in-depth training session on Gale’s State Papers Online: Colonial.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Open to everyone
  Join Damian Almeida for an in-depth training session on Gale’s State Papers Online: Colonial.

  Join Damian Almeida for an in-depth training session on Gale’s State Papers Online: Colonial, a premier resource for exploring the history and administration of British colonial territories from the 16th to the 18th centuries.

  What's covered:

  • Navigate a vast collection of primary sources, including government correspondence, treaties, reports, and official records.
  • Gain insights into colonial governance's political, economic, and social dynamics.
  • Examine key events, policies, and figures that shaped colonial history and its enduring legacies.

  Why Attend?

  This session will showcase how this user-friendly archive supports interdisciplinary research in history, political science, and colonial studies, offering unparalleled tools for uncovering the complexities of colonialism and its impact on modern governance.

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  Fri, 11 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +1000
• Jul 14
  Soil Health and Biology Certification Program in Partnership with Soil Science Australia

  The 4-day Soil Biology and Health Certification Program is a comprehensive course offered in partnership with Soil Science Australia.

  Training and skill upgrade
  Consultants, advisors, growers, agronomists
  The 4-day Soil Biology and Health Certification Program is a comprehensive course offered in partnership with Soil Science Australia.

  Soil Health and Biology Certificate Program - 14-17 July 2025

  The Soil Biology and Health Certificate Program is offered in partnership with Soil Science Australia and is designed for growers, consultants, and agronomists who are interested in learning about the benefits of soil biology as a driver of healthy and sustainable crops, and the future directions for research, technologies, and practice.

  Harnessing the Life in Soils

  The course program will expand your understanding of how the latest, emerging research is driving renewed interest in soil health and soil biology as a function of overall farm productivity.

  For more information and to register, go to: https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/hie/events/soil-biology-certification-course

  Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +1000
• Jul 14
  Soil Biology Masterclass

  Learn about the benefits of soil biology as a driver of healthy crops and foods in sustainable production environments

  Training and skill upgrade
  Consultants, advisors, growers, agronomists
  Learn about the benefits of soil biology as a driver of healthy crops and foods in sustainable production environments

  The 2-day Soil Biology Masterclass is designed to provide participants with the core knowledge and principles needed to incorporate soil biology and health into management practices to sustainably increase productivity and profitability.

  By attending, you will:

  • Gain an in-depth understanding of the latest research in soil biology and health; the role of microbes in nutrient cycling and plant interactions; roles of soil fauna and the application of soil biologicals.
  • Learn about the future directions for research, technologies and practices.
  • Have opportunities to network with our guest presenters and expert researchers, undertake a facilities tour and enjoy a networking dinner (included in registration costs).
  Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +1000
• Jul 14
  Soil Health and Biology Certification Program in Partnership with Soil Science Australia

  Expand your understanding of how the latest, emerging research is driving renewed interest in soil health and soil biology as a function of overall fa

  Training and skill upgrade
  Consultants, advisors, growers, agronomists
  Expand your understanding of how the latest, emerging research is driving renewed interest in soil health and soil biology as a function of overall fa

  The Soil Biology and Health Certificate Program is offered in partnership with Soil Science Australia and is designed for growers, consultants, and agronomists who are interested in learning about the benefits of soil biology as a driver of healthy and sustainable crops, and the future directions for research, technologies, and practice.

  Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +1000
• Jul 15
  Plant-based Food Innovation Course

  A food industry professional development and capacity-building course in plant-based innovation.

  Training and skill upgrade
  Food Industry professionals, food science students
  A food industry professional development and capacity-building course in plant-based innovation.

  An industry professional development course designed to provide attendees with key knowledge of plant-based ingredients and their functionality, applications, and sustainability.

  Science-based understanding and skills that will build competency in developing innovative plant-based food products for improved nutrition, consumer acceptability, and food safety.

  The training sessions are facilitated by leaders and experts from academia and the food industry.

  Please register via the following link: https://payments.westernsydney.edu.au/PlantbasedInnovation2025

  Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:30:00 +1000
• Jul 15
  Research Profiles and Repository - Introduction (Online)

  Join Maureen O’Brien as she presents on how to get the most out of the Research profile and repository.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Western Sydney University staff, Researchers
  Join Maureen O’Brien as she presents on how to get the most out of the Research profile and repository.

  Join Maureen O’Brien as she presents on how to get the most out of the Research profile and repository.

  Presentation Overview:

  • Managing your research profile
    • adding your researcher IDs including ORCID
  • Editing your Research Profile
  • Managing your Research Outputs
    • automatically harvested
    • manual entry
    • FoR codes

  Enquries: Maureen O’Brien or Christine Merlino

  Please Note: Introductory session. For detailed questions, please consult your School Librarian.

  This presentation is suitable only to Western Sydney University Academic and Research staff.

  Related LibGuide: Research Profiles and Repository: Guide by The Library

  Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +1000
• Jul 16
  Navigating Sage Research Methods with Confidence

  Join Dr Khee Hiang Lim from Sage Publishing in exploring Sage Research Methods database and resources

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  WSU Researchers, WSU staff, HDR students, Post Graduate students
  Join Dr Khee Hiang Lim from Sage Publishing in exploring Sage Research Methods database and resources

  SAGE Research Methods (SRM) is a comprehensive online resource designed to support researchers, faculty, and students at every stage of the research process. With access to more than 1,000 books, reference works, case studies, datasets, and instructional videos, SRM offers in-depth coverage of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research.

  This training session will equip participants to navigate the platform confidently, use powerful tools like the Methods Map and Project Planner, and seamlessly integrate SRM resources into their research and teaching. By the end of the session, participants will be well-prepared to leverage SAGE Research Methods to enhance their academic and professional research endeavours.

  Overview:

  Introduction to SAGE Research Methods

  • Overview of the platform’s purpose and scope
  • Exploration of content types: books, videos, case studies, datasets, and more

  Navigating the Platform and Search Strategies

  • Demonstration of search functions and filters
  • Tips for refining results and discovering relevant materials

  Using Research Tools

  • Introduction to the Methods Map for exploring methodological concepts
  • Overview of the Project Planner for step-by-step research guidance

  Creating and Managing Personal Profiles

  • How to set up a profile to save searches, organise resources, and collaborate

  Q&A and Additional Resources

  • Open floor for participant questions
  • Sharing of supplementary materials and support contacts

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:30:00 +1000
• Jul 17
  Research Essentials: Systematic & Complex reviews: The nuts & bolts of structured searching (Part 2)

  Do you know how to do 'Gold Standard' searching for complex reviews?

  Training and skill upgrade
  WSU staff, Researchers
  Do you know how to do 'Gold Standard' searching for complex reviews?

  Do you know how to do 'Gold Standard' searching for complex reviews?  Do you know how to apply a systematic and structured search?  Then, this session is for you!

  Presentation overview:

  • Steps to undertaking a complex review
  • Using a framework to develop or deconstruct a research question
  • Organising concepts and associated synonyms to a concept table
  • Adding searching tips and applying Boolean
  • Demonstration of applying a complex search string in a subject-specific database

  Enquries: Maureen O'Brien

  Related LibGuide: Systematic and Complex Reviews by The Library

  Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +1000
• Jul 18
  Introduction to Research Data Management

  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang in this workshop on Research Data Management.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Academic researchers and HDR candidates
  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang in this workshop on Research Data Management.

  As a WSU researcher or HDR Candidate, understanding your responsibilities around managing your research data is important.

  WSU’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) before starting research at the University.

  An RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.

  In this workshop, you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:

  • How to access and submit an RDMP on the Research Repository
  • How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
  • Research data storage options at WSU
  • The importance of update and review of your RDMP
  • The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
  • How to access support with research data management planning

  Co-presented by: Karen Sheehy (Research Data Management Consultant) and Jeff Wang (Intersect)

  Enquiries: Jeff Wang

  Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1171698635159

  Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Jul 23
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Dedicated session enabling students to concentrate on their writing

  Information sessions; Online Events
  HDR Candidates
  Dedicated session enabling students to concentrate on their writing

  This session will use the Pomodoro technique, and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks, students will have time to chat about their research, ask questions, and support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Jul 25
  High Degree Research Identifiers: The IDs you need and why you need them

  High-degree researchers need to create identifiers to ensure they meet their candidature milestones.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Higher Degree Research Students
  High-degree researchers need to create identifiers to ensure they meet their candidature milestones.

  This session is designed specifically to assist High-Degree Research (HDR) candidates in properly creating verifiable identifiers and outlining their purpose.

  Presentation overview:

  • Defining what identifiers are and outlining why they are important
  • Describing the features of a well-constructed identifier and
  • Working through the process of creating, improving, and maintaining them.

  This Library session, facilitated by the GRS School Librarian, includes time for applying the content for those who wish to work in real time.

  Presenter & Enquiries: Leontyne Dawson Jones

  Register here: https://westernsydney.libcal.com/event/5747203?hs=a

  Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Jul 25
  Research Essentials: Advanced database searching techniques

  If you want to increase your skills level for database searching, this presentation is for you.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Western Sydney University Staff and Researchers
  If you want to increase your skills level for database searching, this presentation is for you.

  If you want to increase your skills level for database searching, this presentation is for you.

  In this session we will cover:

  • Break down a research topic into searchable concepts
  • Using a Logic Grid to structure your search
  • Use searching tips to optimise your search
  • Apply a search to a database
  • Editing and saving searches
  • Setting alerts

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  Presenters: Maureen O'Brien (Research Literacy Coordinator)

  Please note: The advanced database searching techniques demonstrated in this presentation, are suitable for people undertaking traditional literature reviews and/or people who want to develop a robust and comprehensive search strategy.

  Fri, 25 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +1000
• Aug 1
  INNATE Conference 2025

  INNATE 2025 Conference aims to enhance collaborations and commitment to improving infant and young child nutrition and nurture, in the early years of life.

  Conferences and seminars
  INNATE 2025 Conference aims to enhance collaborations and commitment to improving infant and young child nutrition and nurture, in the early years of life.

  The inaugural INNATE conference is planned for 1 August 2025 during World Breastfeeding Week. The conference aims to enhance collaborations and commitment to improving infant and young child nutrition and nurture, in the early years of life, through research-based presentations and discussions.

  Register to attend: https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/innate/registration

  INNATE Conference Venue: Westmead Innovation Quarter WE-U.4.03 ANNE CUTLER SEMINAR ROOM, 160 Hawkesbury Rd, Westmead, NSW 2145, Australia.

  The INNATE conference is hosted by the Western Sydney Infant and Young Child Feeding (WSIYCF) Collaborative.

  The WSIYCF collaborative brings together the expertise of an interdisciplinary team of researchers and clinicians with a shared vision to ensure infants and young children, their parents and carers, thrive through optimal nutrition in nurturing environments, locally and globally.

  The first 2000 days, from conception, is a critical period for growth and development, and a period when diet quality is more important than at other stages of life. The nutritional needs of infants and young children are unique, and important in laying down the foundations of healthy growth and development.

  The wide-ranging benefits of exclusive breastfeeding to six months for a child’s healthy immune system, brain development and microbiome are well known. Thereafter, children should be given nutritious complementary foods and continue breastfeeding up to the age of two years and beyond.

  Fri, 01 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +1000
• Aug 7
  HDR Congregate and Write

  A dedicated workshop for HDR candidates to work on their thesis writing

  Training and skill upgrade; Online Events
  HDR Candidates
  A dedicated workshop for HDR candidates to work on their thesis writing

  This session will use the Pomodoro technique, and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks, students will have time to chat about their research, ask questions, and support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:00:00 +1000
• Aug 19
  Setting yourself up for success: Your personal researcher identifiers

  This presentation focuses on your Research Identifiers that go to make up your overall author profile.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Western Sydney University staff, Researchers
  This presentation focuses on your Research Identifiers that go to make up your overall author profile.

  A strong researcher profile is essential to ensure your work is accurately attributed and easily discoverable.

  This presentation focuses on your Research Identifiers that go to make up your overall author profile.

  Presentation overview:

  • Scopus Author ID
  • Web of Science Researcher Profiles
  • ORCiD
  • Basic introduction into the researcher profile and repository

  Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

  **This session in NOT recommended for HDR or Honours students.  This session is specifically aimed at researchers applying for the NHMRC Investigator Grant, though may be relevant for researchers applying for other grants**

  Related LibGuide: Researcher Identifiers by The Library

  Tue, 19 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +1000
• Aug 22
  Introduction to Research Data Management

  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this workshop in Research Data Management.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Academic researchers and HDR candidates
  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this workshop in Research Data Management.

  As a WSU researcher or HDR Candidate, understanding your responsibilities around managing your research data is important.

  WSU’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) before starting research at the University.

  An RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.

  In this workshop, you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:

  • How to access and submit an RDMP on the Research Repository
  • How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
  • Research data storage options at WSU
  • The importance of update and review of your RDMP
  • The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
  • How to access support with research data management planning

  Co-presented by: Karen Sheehy (Research Data Management Consultant) and Jeff Wang (Intersect)

  Enquiries: Jeff Wang

  Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1171698635159

  Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Aug 22
  HDR Congregate and Write

  A dedicated session for HDR candidates to concentrate on their writing

  Training and skill upgrade; Online Events
  HDR Candidates
  A dedicated session for HDR candidates to concentrate on their writing

  This session will use the Pomodoro technique, and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks, students will have time to chat about their research, ask questions, and support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Fri, 22 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +1000
• Aug 29
  Research Profiles and Repository - Introduction (Online)

  Join Maureen O’Brien as she presents on how to get the most out of the Research profile and repository.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  WSU staff, Researchers
  Join Maureen O’Brien as she presents on how to get the most out of the Research profile and repository.

  Join Maureen O’Brien as she presents on how to get the most out of the Research profile and repository.

  Presentation Overview:

  • Managing your research profile
    • adding your researcher IDs including ORCID
  • Editing your Research Profile
  • Managing your Research Outputs
    • automatically harvested
    • manual entry
    • FoR codes

  Enquries: Maureen O’Brien or Christine Merlino

  Please Note: Introductory session. For detailed questions, please consult your School Librarian.

  This presentation is suitable only to WSU Academic and Research staff.

  Related LibGuide: Research Profiles and Repository: Guide by The Library

  Fri, 29 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +1000
• Sep 4
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Dedicated workshop for HDR students to concentrate on their writing

  Information sessions; Online Events
  HDR Candidates
  Dedicated workshop for HDR students to concentrate on their writing

  This session will use the Pomodoro technique, and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks, students will have time to chat about their research, ask questions, and support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Sep 19
  Introduction to Research Data Management

  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this workshop in Research Data Management.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Academic researchers and HDR candidates
  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this workshop in Research Data Management.

  As a WSU researcher or HDR Candidate, understanding your responsibilities around managing your research data is important.

  WSU’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) before starting research at the University.

  An RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.

  In this workshop, you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:

  • How to access and submit an RDMP on the Research Repository
  • How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
  • Research data storage options at WSU
  • The importance of update and review of your RDMP
  • The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
  • How to access support with research data management planning

  Co-presented by: Karen Sheehy (Research Data Management Consultant) and Jeff Wang (Intersect)

  Enquiries: Jeff Wang

  Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1171949686059

  Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +1000
• Sep 23
  HDR Congregate and Write

  A dedicated workshop for HDR Candidates to work on their writing

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  HDR Candidates
  A dedicated workshop for HDR Candidates to work on their writing

  This session will use the Pomodoro technique, and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks, students will have time to chat about their research, ask questions, and support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +1000
• Oct 8
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write session

  Information sessions; Online Events
  HDR Candidates
  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write session

  Sessions will use the Pomodoro technique and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks there will be time for students to chat about how their research is going, ask questions, and to support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +1100
• Oct 16
  High Degree Research Identifiers: The IDs you need and why you need them

  High-degree researchers need to create identifiers to ensure they meet their candidature milestones.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Higher Degree Research Students
  High-degree researchers need to create identifiers to ensure they meet their candidature milestones.

  This session is designed specifically to assist High-Degree Research (HDR) candidates in properly creating verifiable identifiers and outlining their purpose.

  Presentation overview:

  • Defining what identifiers are and outlining why they are important
  • Describing the features of a well-constructed identifier and
  • Working through the process of creating, improving, and maintaining them.

  This Library session, facilitated by the GRS School Librarian, includes time for applying the content for those who wish to work in real time.

  Presenter & Enquiries: Leontyne Dawson Jones

  Register here: https://westernsydney.libcal.com/event/5747204?hs=a

  Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +1100
• Oct 17
  Introduction to Research Data Management

  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this workshop in Research Data Management.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Academic researchers and HDR candidates
  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this workshop in Research Data Management.

  As a WSU researcher or HDR Candidate, understanding your responsibilities around managing your research data is important.

  WSU’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) before starting research at the University.

  An RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.

  In this workshop, you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:

  • How to access and submit an RDMP on the Research Repository
  • How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
  • Research data storage options at WSU
  • The importance of update and review of your RDMP
  • The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
  • How to access support with research data management planning

  Co-presented by: Karen Sheehy (Research Data Management Consultant) and Jeff Wang (Intersect)

  Enquiries: Jeff Wang

  Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1172104007639

  Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +1100
• Oct 23
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write sessions

  Information sessions; Online Events
  HDR Candidates
  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write sessions

  Sessions will use the Pomodoro technique and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks there will be time for students to chat about how their research is going, ask questions, and to support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +1100
• Nov 14
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write sessions

  Information sessions; Online Events
  HDR Candidates
  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write sessions

  Sessions will use the Pomodoro technique and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks there will be time for students to chat about how their research is going, ask questions, and to support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +1100
• Nov 21
  Introduction to Research Data Management

  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this workshop in Research Data Management.

  Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade
  Academic researchers and HDR candidates
  Join Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang for this workshop in Research Data Management.

  As a WSU researcher or HDR Candidate, understanding your responsibilities around managing your research data is important.

  WSU’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) before starting research at the University.

  An RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.

  In this workshop, you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:

  • How to access and submit an RDMP on the Research Repository
  • How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
  • Research data storage options at WSU
  • The importance of update and review of your RDMP
  • The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
  • How to access support with research data management planning

  Co-presented by: Karen Sheehy (Research Data Management Consultant) and Jeff Wang (Intersect)

  Enquiries: Jeff Wang

  Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1172217306519

  Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +1100
• Nov 27
  HDR Congregate and Write

  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write sessions

  Information sessions; Online Events
  HDR Candidates
  Join the library for fortnightly online HDR Congregate and Write sessions

  Sessions will use the Pomodoro technique and writing will be undertaken in 25-minute concentrated blocks with breaks in between. During the rest breaks there will be time for students to chat about how their research is going, ask questions, and to support each other in the writing process.

  Participants can work on anything during the session as long as it involves writing including transcription, analysis, notetaking, thesis writing etc.

  Sessions will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Worthington Academic Literacy Coordinator (Workshops).

  Enquiries: Dr Lisa Worthington

  Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +1100