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From Research to Action: Connecting Researchers and Social Entrepreneurs
Exploring the power of collaboration, evidence and innovation in driving social impact.
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2 September 2026
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Curiosity and the messy middle: Nadia Odlum on transdisciplinary research
Break out of your silos, talk to more people, and take more risks.
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2 September 2026
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The magic of learning languages: imparting words from a former Australian Ambassador
After graduating with First Class Honours in Japanese, Mr Bruce Miller AO (BA(Hons) ’84, LLB ’86) embarked on a decades-long career in public service and served as Australian Ambassador to Japan from 2011 to 2017. In his address delivered at the University of Sydney, he shares about how learning languages gives distinctive and invaluable skillsets in today’s world.
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27 August 2026
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How age bias against young delays chronic illness diagnosis
Study reveals why young people struggle to be heard about their health
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24 August 2026
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Smart glasses pose new harassment risks, new research suggests
The rise of wearable cameras could create new forms of gendered harm, including non-consensual recording and privacy violations, researchers say.
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11 August 2026
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Aussie sport draws record numbers of exchange students to University of Sydney
A record 800 exchange students from 15 countries will immerse themselves in Australian culture through sport this year, including 200 commencing this semester, as one of the University's most popular programs for visiting exchange students enters its 22nd year.
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7 August 2026
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University marks major donor milestone: Dawson Lee Chair in Chinese Culture named
The University of Sydney has celebrated a significant milestone in its long-standing partnership with major donors James and Monica Lee, marking the renaming of the Chair of Chinese Studies in honour of Mr Lee's late father, Mr Dawson Lee.
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30 July 2026
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ARC Linkage Grants and Research Industry Partnerships
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29 July 2026
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Professor Jingjing Zhang appointed as Head of School, Economics
Professor Zhang to lead the School of Economics from 15 July 2026
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15 July 2026
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New report reveals harm of parental detention on children
Study calls for greater consideration of children in immigration decision-making
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8 July 2026
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Education, awareness and responding to antisemitism at the University
Interview with Dr Michael Abrahams-Sprod, Chair of Hebrew and Jewish Studies, School of Languages and Cultures
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22 June 2026
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Parent-Teacher interviews: How to get the most out of a quick chat
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4 May 2026
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Author Anna Funder joins the University of Sydney
Award-winning author of Wifedom, Stasiland and All That I Am, appointed Professor of Practice in Creative Writing in the School of Art, Communication and English.
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30 April 2026
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Toddlers' pretend play ability linked to better mental health
Mental health difficulties affect about fourteen percent of Australian children, yet prevention efforts focus on later childhood or adolescence.
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22 April 2026
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Google backs digital frontiers research at University of Sydney
Google Australia's Digital Future Initiative will support six research projects to tackle global challenges.
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31 March 2026
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Experience Greece: learning a new language overseas to grow your future
What is it like to learn a new language in its cultural context? We caught up with Bachelor of Science student, Jordan Allan, who shares her experience in overseas language education and how it has been formative in shaping her career path.
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30 March 2026
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A Global Journey in Economics
Dual degree, three continents, world ready
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27 March 2026
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Youth-led exchange program strengthens connections with Japan
DFAT supports educational diplomacy initiative
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27 February 2026
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Lunar New Year 2026: What does Year of the Horse mean?
Dr Xiaohuan Zhao, Professor of Sinology, shares what it means to be born in a Year of the Horse and the Chinese zodiac fortune predictions for 2026.
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12 February 2026
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Professor Alex Broom appointed Academic Director of ARC Social, Behavioural and Economic Sciences
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28 January 2026