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Apr 28

2025 GISU Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition Call For Entries
We are seeking Expressions of Interest for entries into the 2025 GISU Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.

academic events; Online Events
We are seeking Expressions of Interest for entries into the 2025 GISU Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.
Western Sydney University invites expressions of interest for the 2025 GISU Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition
Western Sydney University, a founding member of the Alliance of Guangzhou International Sister-City Universities (GISU), invites students to express their interest in participating in the 2025 GISU Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.
This hybrid-format competition invites students to develop innovative, interdisciplinary solutions to urban challenges under the theme: "Further Promoting Sustainable Urban Development" focusing on the United Nations Sustainable Devlopment Goals (SDGs) to Transform our world.
The competition is structured in three phases:
1. In-school Preliminary Competition
2. Semi-final Competition
3. Final Competition
Participants are encouraged to address key urban issues such as sustainability, technology integration, and social equity.
Previous winning projects have addressed key issues in smart city technology, environmental conservation, and community engagement, setting a high bar for creativity and impact.
🔹 Western Sydney University EOIs close: Friday 23 May 2025, 5:00pm (AEST)
🔹 In-school Preliminary Competition closes: Friday 13 June 2025
🔹 GISU Competition official entry deadline: Friday 20 June 2025
🔹 Submit EOIs and enquiries to: PVC-G@westernsydney.edu.au
🔹 More info & guidelines: GISU Competition 2025 Official Page, and attached PDF 2025 Competition Introduction Rules & Regulations (I have provided the link to official page in web address)
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to help shape the future of sustainable urban living!
Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:30:00 +1000
May 14

Enhance your grant application with Altmetric Explorer
Join Liz Smee for this event in using Altmetrics in making your research stand out in grant applications

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

WSU Staff applying for grants
Join Liz Smee for this event in using Altmetrics in making your research stand out in grant applications
Discover how Altmetric Explorer can enhance your grant applications by showcasing your research's broader reach and engagement. 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
Wed, 14 May 2025 10:00:00 +1000
May 14

Discover Western Open Books: Open Access Publishing at Western
Join us for an engaging introduction to Western Open Books.

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

Academic staff, researchers, and educators interested in publishing, free, openly-licensed scholarly texts and textbooks for the curriculum.
Join us for an engaging introduction to Western Open Books.
Join us for an engaging introduction to Western Open Books — Western Sydney University Library’s open-access publishing initiative for scholarly and educational works.
This session will showcase how Western Open Books supports academic authors in publishing free, peer-reviewed, globally visible scholarly texts and open textbooks, aligned with Western’s values of equity, excellence, and impact.
You'll learn about:
- The benefits of publishing open access with no author-facing costs
- Support available for creating content, licensing, peer review and editing
- How to submit a proposal and navigate the editorial process
- Opportunities to reach global audiences and align your work with the SDGs
Whether you're developing a scholarly text or open textbook, this session is your first step to becoming a published author with Western Open Books.
Enquries: Lucy Walton
Related LibGuide: Open Educational Resources (OER) by The Library
Wed, 14 May 2025 13:00:00 +1000
May 15

Research Essentials: ProQuest: Advanced search techniques and AI Tools for effective research
Demonstration on how to use ProQuest effectively for your research including the new AI tool.

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

Open to everyone
Demonstration on how to use ProQuest effectively for your research including the new AI tool.
Join Shun Kobayashi (Manager, Information Solutions & eBooks, Customer Success) for a demonstration on how to use ProQuest effectively for your research. We'll cover key features, advanced search tips, and the latest AI enhancements. Learn to combine filters, use subject-specific filters, and navigate expert thesauri. Plus, meet the new ProQuest AI Research Assistant to boost your research.
Overview:
- ProQuest AI Research Assistant
- Finding Influential Papers: 'Times-Cited' Data from Web of Science
- Advanced Search Tips: Combining Filters
- Subject-Specific Search Filters for Databases
- Thesauri Available on ProQuest
  - ProQuest Thesaurus
  - MeSH & Other Expert Thesauri
Enquires: Maureen O'Brien
Thu, 15 May 2025 11:00:00 +1000
May 15

Shohrat Tursun Trio
The Shohrat Tursun Trio is a dynamic combination of ancient Uyghur melodies and African chant and rhythms woven into contemporary compositions.

Conferences and seminars; Exhibitions and performances; Holidays; Meetings; Social events; Training and skill upgrade

Current Students

The Shohrat Tursun Trio is a dynamic combination of ancient Uyghur melodies and African chant and rhythms woven into contemporary compositions.
The Shohrat Tursun Trio is a dynamic combination of ancient Uyghur melodies and African chant and rhythms woven into contemporary compositions.
Shohrat Tursun is a world-renowned vocalist/ musician and Uyghur bard who has traveled the world performing the hidden treasures of his culture. A seventh generation musician, Shohrat's soaring vocals and agile Dutar playing provides a foundation for the Trio to meld their diverse sound.
Yaw Derkyi is a Ghanaian percussionist who brings a sense of the animistic to the collective through his driving tribal rhythms and chants. Richard Petkovic is the trio’s musical director/producer and provides a deftly modern twist by actively inviting the musicians to share their cultures from fresh perspectives.
Live these musicians deliver the thunderous attack of a rock and roll band through to emanating the contemplative vibrations of a Sufi-inspired hymn. A cerebral experience; Shohrat's timeless voice will change your internal chemistry!
No RSVP required, please come along and enjoy.

Thu, 15 May 2025 13:00:00 +1000
May 15

Research Essentials: Maximise your grant success with Incites Benchmarking Metrics
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage Incites benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.

WSU staff, Researchers
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage Incites benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage Incites benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.
Presentation Overview:
- Provide an overview of the metrics required for NHMRC and ARC grant applications.
- Provide a demonstration of how to run a benchmarking report in Incites
- Share exemplar statements that effectively showcase your metrics
- Attendees can take the opportunity to follow the demonstration and set up their own benchmarking metrics report in Incites
**This session is tailored for researchers applying for the NHMRC and ARC grants. Not recommended for HDR or Honours students
Pre-requisite: Please ensure that you have claimed your publications and profile in Web of Science. If you have more than one Web of Science profile, please merge your profiles - Instructions
Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien
Thu, 15 May 2025 13:00:00 +1000
May 15

Chat with Insiders: Build a LinkedIn that works
In this practical workshop session, high performance coach Louise Spinks will show you how to make your LinkedIn profile actually work for you.

Training and skill upgrade

Students

In this practical workshop session, high performance coach Louise Spinks will show you how to make your LinkedIn profile actually work for you.
Let’s be honest—LinkedIn can feel a bit awkward. But when it’s done right, it can open doors, spark conversations, and help people find you for all the right reasons.
In this practical workshop session, high performance coach Louise Spinks will show you how to make your LinkedIn profile actually work for you. Whether you're looking for your next job, building a personal brand, or just want to feel more confident putting yourself out there online—this one’s for you.
We will cover:
✨ How to make the most of your interactions with employers
💼 How to highlight your experience in a way that makes people care
📢 Tips for showing up and engaging without feeling fake
You’ll leave with practical tips and a LinkedIn strategy that reflects who you are—and what you’re all about.

Thu, 15 May 2025 17:30:00 +1000
May 16

Introduction to Research Data Management
Join with Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang as they present on Research Data Management.

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

Academic researchers and HDR candidates
Join with Karen Sheehy and Jeff Wang as they present 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/1171352299259
Fri, 16 May 2025 10:00:00 +1000
May 16

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, 16 May 2025 10:00:00 +1000
May 19

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

academic events; Information sessions

HDR Candidates

Join the library for a monthly in-person writing circle for higher degree research students!
Thesis Writing Circle
Date/Time: Monday, May 19th, 2025. 10:00am-12:00pm
Overview: 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).
Register: https://westernsydney.libcal.com/event/5837742

Mon, 19 May 2025 10:00:00 +1000
May 20

Enhance your clinical practice and educational experience with eMIMS Elite
Join in this session for exploring the new MIMS Elite database

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

All are welcome

Join in this session for exploring the new MIMS Elite database
Join Eloisa Matro (Business Development Associate - MIMS Australia) and Lani Au (Senior Editorial Manager - MIMS Australia) as they demonstrate the new and updated MIMS platform.
Designed specifically for healthcare professionals and academic institutions, eMIMSelite is your essential subscription for staying ahead in the ever-evolving field of medicine. Gain seamless access to the most current and relevant medical information—empowering you to make safer, more confident clinical decisions.
With monthly updates, drug interaction checks, allergy identification tools, and more, eMIMSelite supports both clinical excellence and academic rigor. Whether you're at the bedside or in the classroom, experience a smarter, faster, and more efficient approach to healthcare and education.
This session will have a Q & A component to the workshop.
Enquiries: Maureen Obrien

Tue, 20 May 2025 10:00:00 +1000
May 20

Launch Like a Pro: The Business Setup & Compliance Masterclass
This masterclass is your no-fluff, practical guide to setting up and managing compliance for your company in Australia.

Training and skill upgrade
This masterclass is your no-fluff, practical guide to setting up and managing compliance for your company in Australia.
About the Masterclass
Got a brilliant business idea and ready to make it official? Before you rush to register that PTY LTD, make sure you're building your business on solid ground. This masterclass is your no-fluff, practical guide to setting up and managing compliance for your company in Australia—legally, strategically, and with confidence. Whether you’re a side hustler, solopreneur, or full-time founder-in-the-making, we’ll walk you through the essential steps—from choosing the right structure to understanding tax obligations—so you can avoid rookie mistakes and set yourself up for long-term success.
🧠 What You’ll Learn:
✅ Business Structures Demystified – Sole trader, partnership, or company? Learn the pros and cons of each so you can choose what fits your goals.
✅ Registration Made Simple – What’s an ABN? When do you need GST? We break it all down step-by-step.
✅ Compliance Without Confusion – Stay on top of deadlines, tax responsibilities, and legal must-dos from Day 1.
✅ Avoid the Pitfalls – Learn from others’ mistakes so you don’t lose time or money.
✅ Live Q&A – Ask your burning questions and get real-time advice from an expert.
👩‍💼 Who should attend?
- Founders
- Business Owners
- Freelancers & Side-hustlers ready to go legit
🎯 Why Attend?
- Start Strong: Set your business up the right way from the beginning.
- Save Time & Money: Skip the trial-and-error and get the facts upfront.
- Feel Confident: Know you’re ticking all the legal and tax boxes from the start.
- Get Expert Support: No Googling needed—we’ve got your answers.
🎁 Special Perks for the Launch Pad Community
The Sleek team is offering the Launchpad community members a free 1-1 30min business consultation to discuss their business plans (book your session here) and attendees to this Masterclass will receive a free business plan template and an exclusive discount on Sleek's registration and accounting services.
About the speaker
Daniel Spencer
Daniel is a connector, builder, and mentor at heart—and currently serves as Head of Partnerships at Sleek.com, Australia’s fastest-growing digital Corporate Secretary & Accounting firm.
With a career that spans both the public and private sectors, Daniel has held senior advisory roles with the Danish and Irish Governments, driving trade and investment strategies on an international stage and for the past 6 years has been actively involved in the world of startups at Sleek.
With Sleek, Daniel has worked closely with hundreds of founders and business owners to help them start, grow and scale their ventures across Singapore, Australia and global markets.
Whether he’s mentoring startups, steering international growth strategies, or building communities, Daniel brings a blend of commercial acumen and genuine passion for connection.
Tue, 20 May 2025 17:30:00 +1000
May 21

Unlocking Research Potential: Emerging topics and strategic collaborations
Join us for an insightful webinar designed to empower researchers and institutions in navigating the evolving landscape of academic collaborations.

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

academic staff and researchers
Join us for an insightful webinar designed to empower researchers and institutions in navigating the evolving landscape of academic collaborations.
Join us for an insightful webinar designed to empower researchers and institutions in navigating the evolving landscape of academic collaborations.
This session will provide you with the tools and strategies needed to:
- Benchmark yourself against your peers using normalized indicators from InCites.
- Gain a comprehensive overview of your current partnerships, categorized by types such as Domestic, International-bilateral, International-trilateral, and International-quadrilateral+.
- Leverage the Research Horizon Navigator: Discover how to utilize this powerful tool to identify emerging research topics, guiding your research focus and partnership strategies.
Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien
Wed, 21 May 2025 13:00:00 +1000
May 22

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

Researchers, HDR Students, Staff
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.
Thu, 22 May 2025 11:30:00 +1000
May 22

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
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, 22 May 2025 13:00:00 +1000
May 23

Surveying with Qualtrics at WSU Online
In order to participate in this course, you must be able to access a Qualtrics instance. Please confirm that you can sign in to your university's Qual

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

Academics, Researchers
In order to participate in this course, you must be able to access a Qualtrics instance. Please confirm that you can sign in to your university's Qual
Why do this course?
Needing to collect data from people in a structured and intuitive way? Have you thought about using Qualtrics?
Qualtrics in a powerful cloud-based survey tool, ideal for social scientists from all disciplines. This course will introduce the technical components of the whole research workflow from building a survey to analysing the results using Qualtrics. We will discover the numerous design elements available in order to get the most useful results and make life as easy as can be for your respondents.
If your institution has a licence to Qualtrics, then this course is right for you.
You'll learn:
- Format a sample survey using the Qualtrics online platform
- Configure the survey using a range of design features to improve user experience
- Decide which distribution channel is right for your needs
- Understand the basic data analysis and export options in Qualtrics
Prerequisites:
You must have access to a Qualtrics instance, such as through your university license. Speak to your local university IT or Research Office for assistance in accessing the Qualtrics instance.
Enquires: Dr Jeff Wang
Register: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/surveying-with-qualtrics-at-wsu-online-registration-1334878009059
Fri, 23 May 2025 09:30:00 +1000
May 23

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

WSU staff, Researchers
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: Maureen O'Brien
Register: https://westernsydney.libcal.com/event/5838528?hs=a
Fri, 23 May 2025 12:00:00 +1000
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
May 26

Successful Publishing: Develop a Publishing Plan – Strategic Publishing for Researchers
This session is designed to help researchers at any career stage take a proactive approach to publishing.

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

Academics, Researchers, Western Staff
This session is designed to help researchers at any career stage take a proactive approach to publishing.
This session is designed to help researchers at any career stage take a proactive approach to publishing. A strong publishing plan not only boosts your visibility and supports grant or promotion goals, but it also increases your chances of successful submissions and helps you avoid predatory publishers.
What you’ll learn:
- Select the right publishing outlet for your target audience
- Identify high-quality, reputable journals or publishers
- Avoid predatory publishers and protect your research
- Stay on track with timely and strategic submissions
- Enhance the visibility and impact of your work
Who should attend:
- Researchers seeking to publish with purpose, improve visibility, and align publishing with career goals
Enquiries: Lucy Walton
Mon, 26 May 2025 11:00:00 +1000
May 27

Research Essentials: Maximise your grant success with SciVal Benchmarking Metrics
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage SciVal benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

Researchers, Staff
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage SciVal benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage SciVal benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.
Presentation Overview:
- Provide an overview of the metrics required for NHMRC and ARC grant applications.
- Provide a demonstration of how to run a benchmarking report in Scival
- Share exemplar statements that effectively showcase your metrics
- Attendees can take the opportunity to follow the demonstration and set up their own benchmarking metrics report in SciVal
**This session is tailored for researchers applying for the NHMRC and ARC grants. Not recommended for HDR or Honours students
Enquiries: Maureen O'Brie
Tue, 27 May 2025 12:00:00 +1000
May 27

Western Sydney University Collections’ Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) Protocol Launch Event
Western Sydney University Collections’ Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) Protocol Launch Event

Conferences and seminars; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Meetings; Social events; Training and skill upgrade

Current Students and Staff
Western Sydney University Collections’ Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) Protocol Launch Event
ICIP Protocols Launch Event
Western Sydney Creative and Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President Indigenous Leadership invites you to the Western Sydney University Collections’ Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) Protocol launch event.
The protocol will be launched by Distinguished Professor George Williams AO Vice-Chancellor and President, Western Sydney University.
Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) Protocol - Best practice protocols for collections management at Western Sydney University aims for best practice management of the Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property held by the University in the form of art, cultural material, photographs, documents, archives and Library collections and other examples of Indigenous cultural heritage.
Western Sydney University is the caretaker of collections containing locally and nationally significant works by and relating to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.The aim for this Protocol is to provide guidance to staff about how to engage with Indigenous Australians and these works.
Event Details:
- Date: 27 May 2025
- Time: 2:00pm
- Location: Whitlam Institute Conference Room
- RSVP: by Wednesday 21 May 2025 (opens in a new window)
Tue, 27 May 2025 14:00:00 +1000
May 29

Excel for Researchers at WSU Online
Join Dr Jeff Wang to walk away with new tricks to work more efficiently with their research data

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

Academics, Researchers

Join Dr Jeff Wang to walk away with new tricks to work more efficiently with their research data
While aimed at novice Excel users, most attendees will walk away with new tricks to work more efficiently with their research data.
‘Clean up’ messy research data
Organise, format and name your data
Interpret your data (SORTING, FILTERING, CONDITIONAL FORMATTING)
Perform calculations on your data using functions (MAX, MIN, AVERAGE)
Extract significant findings from your data (PIVOT TABLE, VLOOKUP)
Manipulate your data (convert data format, work with DATES and TIMES)
Create graphs and charts to visualise your data (CHARTS)
Handy tips to speed up your work
Prerequisites:
In order to participate, attendees must have a licensed copy of Microsoft Excel installed on their computer. Speak to your local university IT or Research Office for assistance in obtaining a license and installing the software.
Enquires: Dr Jeff Wang
Register: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/excel-for-researchers-at-wsu-online-registration-1334879734219

Thu, 29 May 2025 09:30:00 +1000
May 29

Insult to Injury: Gendered, Racial and Epistemic Violence Against Migrant Women of Colour - Dr Selda Dagistanli
Dr Selda Dagistanli researches "cultures of abuse" and gendered violence, multicultural politics, racism, cultural diversity and the law.

academic events; Conferences and seminars

General

Dr Selda Dagistanli researches "cultures of abuse" and gendered violence, multicultural politics, racism, cultural diversity and the law.
Local community groups of the African Great Lakes diaspora including GLADP worked closely with Dr Dagistanli to help understand and foster action against domestic abuse. In Australia, domestic violence is the leading contributor to illness, disability and death in women aged 18-44, but migrant women of colour appear to be particularly vulnerable to abuse. Dr Dagistanli and the team at Western Sydney University launched a study to determine how members of the African Great Lakes diaspora, as well as welfare professionals, viewed and responded to domestic violence. “One key question was how can we break down taboos around reporting and build trust within these communities, so that the women feel comfortable talking about domestic violence?” she says. Researchers from Western trained their GLAPD collaborators, and volunteers from Rwanda, Burundi, Congo and Uganda. Dr Dagistanli’s team interviewed other stakeholders such as healthcare professionals, frontline workers, and community pastors.
One solution is to “build bridges and trust between mainstream and diaspora communities,” says Dagistanli. To do so, frontline workers, police, and external support service providers need to be educated so that they can provide “culturally sensitive, non-paternalistic, and meaningful support.” Members of the Great Lakes community also need information about the systems and support available to them.
Please join us for this Thought Leadership event where Dr Dagistanli will discuss her community-based research into gendered, racial and epistemic violence against migrant women of colour.

Thu, 29 May 2025 12:00:00 +1000
May 29

Art of Sound Concert Series- Ancient & Contemporary Strings Sounds of Northern/Southern China
Join us for the Art of Sound Concert Series- Ancient & Contemporary Strings Sounds of Northern/Southern China

academic events; Conferences and seminars; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Social events; Training and skill upgrade

Current Students and Staff

Join us for the Art of Sound Concert Series- Ancient & Contemporary Strings Sounds of Northern/Southern China
Join us for the Art of Sound Concert Series featuring
Ancient & Contemporary Strings Sounds of Northern/Southern China
Chuqiao Zhao (guzheng) and Yuyan (Monica) Tang (guzheng)
Intercultural and lateral thinking is embodied in the vibrating strings research of doctoral candidates Chuqiao Zhao and Yuyan (Monica) Tang. Both bring a high pedigree of practice as guzheng performers to their studies.
Zhao, who holds a Master of Fine Arts from Shenyang Conservatory of Music in Northern China, has achieved international recognition, with the 5th Malaysia International Guzheng Art Festival Individual Gold Award, and her research explores “[guzheng] intangible asset values as a beauty aesthetic to connect cross-culturally to Australian multiculturalism.” She plans to commission composers from China, Japan, and Australia. Tang is also impressively virtuosic as a guzheng performer studying at Sichuan Conservatory of Music in Southern China, and has been recognized internationally with guzheng awards at the Paris Music Competition (2023) and Gold Prize – ASEAN Youth Arts Festival, Guzheng Contest (2009). Her research explores the “‘voice’ of Chinese guzheng performance with calligraphy…integrating the interconnectedness of visual-music practice into Australian music performance.” Here they present an exciting program featuring ancient and contemporary strings sounds of Northern and Southern China withstunning virtuosity born of high-level emersion in their various guzheng traditions—one broad and energetic, the other angular with gestural sharpness.
No RSVP required, please come along and enjoy.

Thu, 29 May 2025 13:00:00 +1000
Jun 3

Research Essentials: Gold standard searching for systematic reviews across multiple databases
This session will solely focus on translating one search strategy across multiple database platforms.

Researchers, Staff
This session will solely focus on translating one search strategy across multiple database platforms.
This session will solely focus on translating one search strategy across multiple database platforms.
Presentation Overview:
- Overview of Gold Standard searching for systematic and complex reviews
- Using a translational tool in applying one search strategy across multiple database platforms
- Demonstrating how to set up one search strategy across 3 different database platforms
Enquries: Maureen O'Brien
Tue, 03 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +1000
Jun 3

Research Essentials: Maximise your grant success with Incites Benchmarking Metrics
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage Incites benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

Researchers, Staff
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage Incites benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.
Join Maureen O’Brien in discovering how to leverage Incites benchmarking metrics for ARC or NHMRC grants.
Presentation Overview:
- Provide an overview of the metrics required for NHMRC and ARC grant applications.
- Provide a demonstration of how to run a benchmarking report in Incites
- Share exemplar statements that effectively showcase your metrics
- Attendees can take the opportunity to follow the demonstration and set up their own benchmarking metrics report in Incites
**This session is tailored for researchers applying for the NHMRC and ARC grants. Not recommended for HDR or Honours students
Pre-requisite: Please ensure that you have claimed your publications and profile in Web of Science. If you have more than one Web of Science profile, please merge your profiles - Instructions
Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien
Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +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 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 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 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
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 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 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 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
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 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
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

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