2022

13 October 2022

Doctor of Business awarded to former NSW Premier

The Honourable Mike Baird AO, former Premier of NSW, was yesterday admitted to the degree of Doctor of Business (honoris causa) for his outstanding contribution in the fields of government, business and the not-for-profit sector.

13 October 2022

University of Sydney to host THE World Academic Summit 2023

The University of Sydney, Australia, will host the next Times Higher Education World Academic Summit, 26-28 September, 2023.

12 October 2022

Sydney researchers receive 31 Investigator grants

Creating a genetic map to prevent future pandemics, chronic disease support and heart attack prevention are some of the projects awarded funding in the 2022 NHMRC Investigator Grants.

12 October 2022

Research excellence spurs jump in THE rankings

Research and international outlook key to University moving to 54th position globally in 20th year of Times Higher Education rankings.

12 October 2022

Future health of coral reefs written in the sand

University of Sydney geoscientists develop a technique that reveals the health of coral reefs from space.

12 October 2022

Religious bullying in the school playground and how to combat it

Religion-based bullying is increasing in Australian schools. A new book and report urge school principals to value religious education programs to promote intercultural understanding.

12 October 2022

Joint PhD allows research students to work across Sydney and Paris

An agreement between the University of Sydney and Sorbonne University will create international opportunities for doctoral candidates.

11 October 2022

Museum of Contemporary Art former director awarded Doctor of Letters

The University of Sydney awarded Elizabeth Ann Macgregor AM OBE an honorary doctorate in recognition of her immense dedication to the arts and the Museum of Contemporary Art.

11 October 2022

Former Vice-Chancellor and Principal awarded Doctor of Laws

The University of Sydney awards former Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Dr Michael Spence AC, a Doctor of Laws (Honoris Causa) to celebrate his exceptional service over the decades.  

11 October 2022

Hybrid work pattern begins to stabilise

After two years of COVID disruption, a hybrid work pattern with some days in the office and others at home has become the norm in Australia - but with big discrepancies depending on your occupation.