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Latest news and events
11 September
Media Release: Adelaide University takes centre stage at international trade fair
The University has announced a new cultural partnership with the China Arts and Entertainment Group Ltd (CAEG) at the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS).
Media Release: Adelaide University toasts international relationships at CIFTIS
The University will be part of Australia's largest-ever service delegation at the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) from 10 to 14 September 2025.
Media Statement: Adelaide University releases first annual report
The Adelaide University Transition Council has tabled the inaugural annual report for Australia’s newest public comprehensive university in State Parliament.
Media Release: From Adelaide to orbit - SA space startups make their mark at International Space Congress
Some of South Australia’s most promising space startups will join up to 10,000 international delegates in Sydney next month for the International Astronautical Congress, the world’s largest space event.
co-Vice Chancellors THE OpEd: Elitism has no place in education
Broadening traditional conceptions of what it means to be ‘smart’ must now be part of HE’s mission, say Adelaide University’s David Lloyd and Peter Høj
Media Release: Students gear up for world solar car challenge
Using a fully solar-powered vehicle built from scratch, university students will race across Australia as part of the world’s biggest solar car challenge aimed to foster sustainable transport innovation.
Media Release: Australia’s new Group of Eight university positions SA to lead in innovation, tech and high-value jobs
Adelaide University’s Research Strategy released today is set to accelerate at-scale research and its commercialisation – advancing industries through transformational investments into nation-critical and globally relevant priorities.
Media Release: Open Days an exciting sneak preview into the new Adelaide University experience
The new Adelaide University is set to host its first ever Open Days, offering future students and their families a glimpse into the transformative new institution ahead of its official opening in 2026
Media Release: University glows with pop-up venue and light trail
Lumen Bar once again lights up North Terrace amongst Illuminate Adelaide’s City Lights trail. The buzzing sanctuary brings the community together on campus to unwind and soak up the winter glow of the city.
Media Release: Adelaide University debuts in the world’s top 100
Australia’s new major university has launched into the 2026 QS World Rankings global top 100. Released today, Adelaide University claimed 82nd position in the world and 8th nationally in its inaugural institutional ranking.
co-Vice Chancellors THE OpEd: Australian research is steaming ahead – but we can do even better
It is widely recognised that Australia punches above its weight when it comes to global research impact. The country ranks highly in terms of both productivity and performance despite low business investment by OECD standards.
Media Release: Adelaide University appoints new Vice Chancellor
Following a comprehensive global search, Professor Nicola Phillips has been appointed as the institution’s new Vice Chancellor commencing 12 January 2026.
Media Release: Adelaide University and Tasting Australia are serving up something special
It’s the perfect pairing, as Adelaide University partners with Tasting Australia to celebrate the culinary delights and natural wonders of South Australia with a shared vision for a sustainable future.
Media Release: Adelaide University visits the regions to hear from key partners
Adelaide University leaders are visiting Whyalla and Mount Gambier campuses and meeting with regional government and industry leaders, ahead of the new institution opening in 2026.
Adelaide University has hosted its first joint alumni reception in London, bringing together more than 80 alumni and guests from the foundation universities to celebrate a joint future.
Media Release: Crows team up with Adelaide University
The Adelaide Football Club is entering an exciting era by welcoming new premier partner Adelaide University, which is on a groundbreaking journey of its own.
Media Statement: Global search for the new Adelaide University Vice Chancellor
Adelaide University’s Transition Council announces that it is working towards the appointment of a single Vice Chancellor to lead the transformation phase of Australia’s newest university from January 2026.
Adelaide University has been propelled onto the world stage sharing details of its bold vision, brand and proposition for students, staff and global partners through exciting international engagements.
Media Release: Transformative new Adelaide University launches to the world
Australia’s newest major university has launched in market, taking Adelaide University to the world stage. Today’s milestone showcases Adelaide University’s transformative approach to education and its future-focused identity.
Media Release: New Adelaide University receives formal registration
Adelaide University has received registration from the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) as an Australian University higher education provider, and for the maximum possible period of seven years.
Media Release: Lot Fourteen Heralds New Defence Academy
Adelaide University will operate a new state-of-the-art facility to provide digital training, education and research capabilities to the defence industry.
Media Release: Legislation passes State Parliament
Legislation to facilitate the creation of the new Adelaide University has passed State Parliament, paving the way for the new institution to open in 2026.
Vice Chancellors THE OpEd: How we got from there to here
In the first of a series of articles charting the amalgamation of the University of South Australia and the University of Adelaide, the institutions’ Vice...
Media Release: Councils confirm support to transform higher education
The University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia have today entered into a formal agreement to work together to support the South Australian...
